What Your Car Says About Your Personality as a Man

You’ve managed to secure a date with that new girl at the office everyone has been chasing. You’ve made the dinner plans, bought some flowers, gassed up and made sure your car service schedule is up-to-date. After all, having your vehicle break down on the way to dinner or the movies isn’t the impression you want to make.

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The Predicted Most Stolen Cars for 2012

Each year, a list of the most stolen vehicles is published by the Highway Loss Data Institute. Instead of just publishing the 2011 results (something you can find anywhere), we are going to step out on a limb and predict which cars will be pilfered the most in 2012. We will also give you a few tips to help you keep your vehicle off this list. Just as following your car service schedule will keep your vehicle in peak running condition, there are things you can do to keep theft at bay.

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Best Car Chase Scenes On Film

Many films can be livened up with a good driving scene, whether it’s integral to the plot or just to spice up the proceedings with some high-adrenaline action. Although car chases have long been a cliché of filmmaking, when they’re done right they can really be memorable, sometimes more than the films in which they belong.

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Staying Safe When Motorcycling in the UK

Riding your motorcycle can be a hazardous occupation at the best of times, but when you head abroad and tackle an entirely new sets of roads and laws it can become even more challenging. For U.S. riders there are few venues more daunting than the UK, quite simply because there remain such significant differences between the 2 nations, their roads and the basic laws that govern them. If you and your motorcycle are planning a trip to the UK any time soon, then it is well worth considering the basics of road travel and safety when abroad.

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An Auto Insurance Guide for Frugal Parents

As a parent, you have quite a few expenses to worry about. If your child has recently obtained a driver’s license, the cost of car insurance may be a concern. Although auto insurance is rarely inexpensive when you have a young driver in your household, certain strategies can help you lower your car insurance costs.

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Become a Trucker (and Live Life on the Open Road)

“Truckin’ got my chips cashed in. Keep truckin’, like the do-dah man
Together, more or less in line, just keep truckin’ on.”

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Driving In Spain – The Rules of The Road

If you’re planning on going on vacation to Spain, you may want to hire a car and see parts of the country hidden away from most travellers. Car hire at Murcia airport is probably the best place to start your Spanish road adventure, as the South of the country has beautiful sandy beaches and gorgeous mountain landscapes.

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Safe and Comfortable Motorcycle Clothing

A lack of information about the protective performance of motorcycle clothing and helmets is causing more riders to take to the roads without wearing any protective gear. More awareness needs to be circulated about what appropriate safety equipment needs to be worn and why it can prevent serious injuries.

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DUI Arrest Without Driving—Is That Possible?

If you watched the sitcom Everybody Loves Raymond, there was an episode where Debra had too much to drink at a bridal shower, so she sat in her car to take a nap to avoid a DUI/DWI. It didn’t work. She was arrested for a DWI because she was intoxicated, the keys were in the ignition, and she was presumed to have had actual control of the car.

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Bridgestone Introduces Innovative Tire Printing Technology

Trust Bridgestone to do things in style. The company has developed an innovative Tire printing technology. This technology will produce creative and colorful printing on tires. So get set to add a dash of color to your tires.

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Death Defying Driving Habits Taught By Parents

A genetic blueprint is not the only thing passed on to children by their parents, who happen to be mercilessly adept at transferring all manner of traits, habits and idiosyncrasies to their offspring. Poor driving is undoubtedly one of the worst habits that can be passed on from one generation to the next; indeed, parent-acquired stupidity on the roads is thought to be one of the biggest root causes of road accident claims in the UK. So what can be done to improve standards?

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Drowsy Drivers Are as Dangerous as Drunk Drivers

“On mountain roads, especially during the holidays, vacationers fly into Denver and drive to the ski resorts. They’re so tired, it often looks as though they’re driving drunk,” says Daniel R. Rosen, whose Denver law firm handles a variety of automobile accident cases. In 2004, an AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety survey found that nine out of every 10 North American police officers had stopped a driver who they believed was drunk, but turned out to be drowsy instead.

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4 Warning Signs of Troubled Drivers

When drivers are on the road commuting from one place to another, they tend to be too preoccupied with their own personal schedules to pay much attention to their driving surroundings. Although all drivers are trained to be very alert to signs of trouble on the road, most tend to ignore them because they feel they cannot afford to spend the extra minutes handling a road situation that does not necessarily involve them. This road apathy can prove very fatal especially when an accident happens, which could be avoided had other road users detected the warning signs early enough. Sometimes it may be difficult to know which drivers are experiencing difficulties on the road but a few pointers can help to lead many road users in the right direction. Continue reading

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Town of Custom Golf Carts

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9 Amazing Pictures of Alloy Wheels

1. Glow in the dark alloy wheels. Show off your rims even at night. 

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How Your Driving Lights Can Get You in Trouble

Since most people possess at least one motor vehicle, they are aware of the role that their car lights play in the life cycle of the car. These come already fitted into the car, many drivers take it for granted that they shall be in working condition when they are needed. This means that, only a small percentage of drivers take the time to test their vehicle lights when purchasing their vehicle and periodically when the need arises. Many drivers are unaware of the fact that without the illumination of auto lights, the vehicle would not be able to move out of the garage without getting into a nasty road accident. This is especially true for driving conditions that provide less than ideal driver visibility. The reasons for paying closer attention to auto lights are very compelling. Continue reading

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How Much Will A Safe Driver Course Save You In Insurance?

Can a Safe Driver Course Save You on Insurance?

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Automobile Maintenance Tips for New Drivers

Being a beginner driver can be a very exciting experience.  Driving is a huge responsibility, and it takes a lot of studying and practicing before you are actually handed the keys and allowed to go it on your own.  As a new driver, it is likely that the thought of maintaining a vehicle will take a back seat to the thrill of driving one.  However, it is important to remember that you must take care of your car if you want it to take care of you.  There are several basic automobile upkeep habits that you should get into right away, so that you can avoid car problems down the line.  Here are some automobile maintenance tips for new drivers.

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Benefits of Installing Car Turntables

A major decision that will have your head turning circles when installing a new driveway is whether or not to install some car turntables into the pavement. Car turntables or vehicle turntables are rotating platforms that can be used to easily move or shift the direction of a vehicle that is sitting in the driveway. However, not every homeowner understands the benefits that can come from installing several car turntables into a driveway.

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10 Amazing Excuses for Having Alloy Wheels

  1. When you want to pimp out your mobility scooter.
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