Category Archives: Driving Safety

What is GAP Insurance & Do You Need It?

GAP (guaranteed auto protection) insurance came along in the early 1980s as a way to help customers if their cars are lost or stolen while they’re still making payments on it. GAP coverage is useful if there’s a gap between … Continue reading

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A Certified Pre-Owned Car: What Are the Benefits?

A certified pre-owned car usually goes through a much stricter inspection than that of a regular used car. Some certified vehicles will come with a full inspection report, a history of the vehicle, and even 24/7 roadside assistance. When looking … Continue reading

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Stopping Driving Distractions

Driving around town can be challenging enough as it is, but when you add a mobile phone in a driver’s hands, it can get dangerous. Younger drivers are becoming more and more preoccupied with talking and texting while driving, and … Continue reading

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Traveling with Your Four-Legged Friend

Sometimes we treat our pets like people, and that can cause a problem when it comes to letting your dog in your new car or truck. Besides damaging the leather or taking some of the “new” off of your vehicle, … Continue reading

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Road Rage: How to Deal with Aggressive Drivers

There’s really no way around it: road rage happens daily, and I’m sure all of us at some time have gotten a little frustrated with a fellow driver. But, it’s all about how you handle that feeling that counts and … Continue reading

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Proper Tire Maintenance for Your New or Used Car

Your tires are one of the most important pieces of your new or used car. They come in daily contact with the road and have to withstand any element that they are subjected to: rain, heat, ice, etc. With just … Continue reading

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Bad Drivers: Know the 10 Types

Now, I don’t think anyone means to be a bad driver, and it might just be a gradual problem that gets worse over time. But, if you spend a lot of time driving, you’re sure to come across many different … Continue reading

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What to Do if Your Car is Stolen

Having your car stolen is one of those things that you never really expect to happen, but you should be prepared for it in the event that it does happen. With statistics showing that a car is stolen every 20 … Continue reading

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Setting the Mirrors on Your New Car or Truck

This is an important topic, especially if you share a car with a family member or friend. I know when my wife Sherry uses my car, she likes to adjust the rear and side view mirrors so she can get … Continue reading

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