Archive for July, 2009

Great Tips on Lowering Auto Insurance Costs

July 30 2009No Commented

Categorized Under: Cars and Trucks

With car sales prices continuously increasing, recent hikes in gas prices, and ever present sales and state taxes on our cars it has become vitally important to find ways to save money and keep costs down.
One way to save money is to monitor your auto insurance and make sure you are getting the best deal [...]

How To Properly Fix A Flat Tire

July 29 2009No Commented

Categorized Under: Cars and Trucks

Don’t ever say it won’t happen to you. Statistics show that the average person will have 5 flat tires in their lifetime. That means you will have a flat and it is best to be prepared for it.
I’ve seen people stuck on the side of the road with no spare, no jack or [...]

Limousines – The Ultimate Auto Accessory

July 28 2009No Commented

Categorized Under: Cars and Trucks

In the past, limousines were the symbol of success priced well out of reach of all but the rich and famous. There is still something intriguing about the heavily tinted windows that prevent people from peering at the occupants. I am guilty of being one of the many people who will literally stop and stare [...]

What Are Some Of The Hazards Of Hybrids

July 27 2009No Commented

Categorized Under: Cars and Trucks

With all of the talk of hybrid vehicles many people are singing their praises about these lightweight, fuel-efficient cars. But are there hazards to driving a hybrid? Is there really anything to worry about? Let’s take a closer look at potential hybrid hazards.
One of the biggest concerns often talked about when it comes to hybrid [...]

How John Delorean Impacted The Sports Car World

July 26 2009No Commented

Categorized Under: Cars and Trucks

John Delorean is now best remembered for his failed gull-winged stainless steel car that became a time-travel device in the highly successful “Back to the Future” series of films. He is also associated with shady financial dealings and illegal narcotics operations. A symbol of the 1980s excess, the recently departed Delorean’s legacy seems [...]

Sports Car Innovators To Remember

July 25 2009No Commented

Categorized Under: Cars and Trucks

The history of American sports cars is the story not only of machines, but also of the men who made and drove them. There have been many key players in the development of the modern sports car, but some stand out as truly significant figures.
Among those innovators to remember are Alexander Winton, Zora Arkus-Duntov, [...]

Things To Consider When Buying A Teenager’s First Car

July 24 2009No Commented

Categorized Under: Cars and Trucks

It is the event that every parent dreads, your teenager has their driver’s license and now you have to get them a car. Regardless of how careful a driver they are it is only natural to worry about them as they leave the roost to go driving on their own. Another issue that drives parents [...]