If you’re just starting to get into doing your own work on a house or car, there are probably a lot of unfamiliar pieces of equipment you’ll be getting acquainted with. One that you probably have never heard of before — but are almost sure to come across — is a hose clamp. What Are […]
In today’s modern world, there are several ways to get from point A to be point B, all of which have their individual pros and cons. Many people fear traveling by plane, either due to fear of flying, or the perceived threat of contracting a virus. Likewise, many people prefer not having to drive long […]
Since the recession. Americans seem to be much more accustomed to trimming their budgets and looking for ways to pinch pennies. One of the most common expenses that gets scrutinized is the money that people spend on gas, which seems to be getting increasingly expensive — even though it’s something that millions of Americans depend […]
Last week marked the beginning of a highly anticipated goal for the recent Chrysler FIAT merger. The newly merged company made its NYSE debut on Monday October 14 under the ticker symbol FCAU. Although it wasn’t a great day to open on the stock exchange, the new company still closed 2.5% higher than the pre-merger […]
The leaves on the trees may be losing their “green” but that doesn’t mean you have to lose your green thumb too, just because winter is arriving soon. In fact, the holiday season is a perfect time to discover new ways to save energy and money — and traveling by coach bus is something that […]
Unless you live in a select few areas of the United States where taking public transportation doesn’t lead to a migraine, owning a car is a real necessity. Getting to work, having a social life, running errands — without a reliable car, how can you ever expect to do everything you need and want to […]
There are several reasons you may be considering long term car storage. One common reason is that your car is best driven in the summer — convertibles are fun, but not always ideal year-round — and you need winter car storage. But you might also be looking at collector car storage, if you don’t have […]
In 2013, approximately 41,000,000 used cars were sold in the United States alone. The reasons for this were numerous: for example, there is usually a wider selection of used cars for sale than new cars, making it possible to find used cars that have features you are looking for at a price you can afford. […]
Why do you need to buy a vehicle? There are several ways this question could be answered, but it’s one you should consider before making a purchase. Some car owners may need a newer, more reliable vehicle. Others might be purchasing a car for the first time. No matter what reason you have for heading […]
There are two main ways to measure car reliability: through quality testing conducted when a car is first released, and through trends of customer complaints over the years. Both routes have pros and cons. Testing, such as that carried out by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, tests cars under comparable conditions, which gives more […]
