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7 Things You’re Likely Doing That Can Destroy Your Car

  7 Things You’re Likely Doing That Can Destroy Your Car By DRIVE-SAFELY.NET A car is an almost indispensable asset, and you probably try to take good care of it. But, did you know you might be doing things every day that can shorten your car’s lifespan by years? Here are 7 ways you could […]

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Tips For Older Drivers: Vehicle Insurance, Discounts & Driving Alternatives

  Tips For Older Drivers: Vehicle Insurance, Discounts & Driving Alternatives By DRIVE-SAFELY Are you an older adult looking for ways to decrease insurance premiums while continuing to drive for as long as safely possible? Are you unwilling to give up the freedom, mobility and independence that driving offers you? Then it’s time to talk about insurance

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Driving the legendary Rubicon Trail in California is a lifetime experience

  Driving the legendary Rubicon Trail in California is a lifetime experience BY dangerousroads Rubicon Trail is one of the most famous jeep trails and off-road adventures in the western United States, crossing through El Dorado National Forest in the Sierra Nevada Mountains.     Where is the Rubicon Trail? The trail straddles Placer and El

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DIY: Is the back-yard mechanic really an endangered species?

  DIY: Is the back-yard mechanic really an endangered species? By Tony Swan 08/08/2018 9:45amPrevious     It’s axiomatic that one of the prime keys to long life for an automobile is regular maintenance. But taking your car to a professional can be expensive–$100 per hour is common–which has inspired many owners to become home mechanics,

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Getting Started with OBD-II Code Readers and Car Diagnostics

  Getting Started with OBD-II Code Readers and Car Diagnostics By KBB Service Advisor Reviewed by Gary Hardesty Did you know that your car is equipped with an On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) system? This OBD-II system was introduced in 1996 and primarily works off of a series of sensors in your car that regulate vehicle functions.

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Your Guide to Understanding OBD-II Codes

  Your Guide to Understanding OBD-II Codes Get the Facts from Kelley Blue Book   By KBB Service Advisor Reviewed by Gary Hardesty   What Is an OBD-II Code? Your car is equipped with what is officially known as an On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) system. In 1996, automakers implemented a universal system for these diagnostic codes

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How to Maximize EV Range in Hot Weather

  How to Maximize EV Range in Hot Weather By Chris Hardesty 09/01/2020 5:00pm Hot weather can greatly impact EV range. Here are six tips to follow to make sure you get the most out of your electric car when the mercury rises. 1. Avoid Parking in the Sun Your EV has a thermal management system that works

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5 Things to Know About Online Car Buying

  5 Things to Know About Online Car Buying By KBB Editors 09/15/2020 5:00pm There’s no question that the world of automotive has witnessed massive change lately. Fueled by COVID shutdowns, online car buying is now mainstream.  Locating the perfect car is now, in many ways, easier and more personalized experience than ever before. More and

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