As drivers and vehicle owners, keeping an eye on the pressure of our tires is something that everyone does. However, while many of us know it’s just a part of standard maintenance, very few individuals know exactly why we do this. Believe it or not, there are several reasons why we should be checking this […]

A car’s wheel alignment is the key to how it’s going to handle on the road. Whether you’re driving on bumpy gravel or even down a smooth, freshly paved street, this feature will make all the difference for you and your tires. This is how improper alignment affects car safety and what you can do […]

It’s easy to look at a set of vehicle tires and only see rubber casings filled with air. However, there’s much more to tires than that. In fact, several different components make up a quality tire, and knowing them is essential to understanding how tires work. The bead is one such part—though it isn’t often […]

From sudden stops to hairpin turns, driving comes with a plethora of potentially dangerous situations to be on the lookout for. If we happen to become distracted, the risk of getting into an accident increases exponentially. Unfortunately, this is a very real threat to not only the driver’s overall wellbeing but also that of their […]

There are a lot of options to consider when buying a car. What color, what options, car or truck, engine size, manual or automatic—and the list goes on. There is another choice to make that most people don’t consider, and that’s the drivetrain. The drivetrain is how many wheels are moving on the vehicle. Do […]

Driving in bumper-to-bumper traffic or on a fast-moving tollway is stressful. Most people don’t associate driving with peaceful experiences. Getting back and forth to work on the same route isn’t on anyone’s list of killer things to do. Believe it or not, though, driving in the right conditions can be relaxing and a way to […]

There are two kinds of people in this world, those that have been pulled over by the cops, and those who are about to be. It’s bound to happen to anyone who drives a car at some point in their lives. Speeding is the biggest reason for interaction between the police and public, and anyone […]

When it’s time to chase down some freedom, there’s no better way than a road trip. The only thing better than a road trip is a solo road trip. Hitting the road on your own time means that you do whatever you want. Stop when you want, eat when you want, listen to whatever you […]

Changing a flat tire isn’t fun, and frankly, it’s a pain in the neck. The only people who might actually enjoy changing a tire would be a NASCAR pit crew or sadists. The pit crew gets paid lots of money to change tires, and they are really good at it. The best part is they […]

We all want to be safe when we get behind the wheel—or into the passenger seat—of a car. Every time you do, you run the risk of getting into an accident. In 2018, the National Safety Council estimates that 38,800 people lost their lives in traffic accidents. You need to take everyone else on the […]