The state of California has some of the strictest vehicle emissions regulations in the United States. All but six counties in California require that cars be tested. Because California was at once known as having the worst smog in the whole nation the state of California has become diligent on reducing the amount of photochemical ...
I’ve had the chance to get involved with several charitable auctions over the past few years. I’ve seen some great ways to raise significant money with minimal procurement efforts. Here’s a list of the Top 10 auction offerings that can yield big dollars for your organization. 1. Start the live auction with a round of ...
Every parent searches for the best for their children, Car seats are among the highest when rating for safety. But how do you know which car seat would be the best for your child? Could you trust the words of a retail worker in a store to tell you how safe a car seat is ...
Seattle drivers are perpetually haunted by expensive gas. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, Seattle gas prices average $2.820 per gallon of regular grade fuel, as of June 29, 2009. This elevated reading trumps the $2.642 National average by 18 cents. High priced fuel is par for the course on the West Coast and ...
At one time or another every miserable commuter stuck behind the wheel of their boring silver family sedan thinks about how wonderful it would be to break free from responsibility and drive a really cool sports car. Preferably in “arrest me” red or possibly “I’m really dark and dangerous” black. But then your better half ...
If you drive snowplowing trucks either for your own property or for the city or county in which you live, it is important to put proper winter tires on your vehicle. This is true for any driver facing snowy or icy roads, but you are in particular need of heavy traction if you’re going to ...
“Not Responsible For Damage To Customer’s Vehicle.” You’ve all seen the signs outside of the automatic car washes. When they are talking about “damage,” they are not just talking about broken antennas! That includes scratches and swirls, as well as dings and dents. After your house, your vehicle is probably the most expensive piece of ...
Anyone remotely familiar with the import market should be instantly familiar with the car that was known as the Integra. Produced from 1986 until 2001, the Acura Integra was one of the most revered and respected Japanese cars to ever grace American shores. However, most are unaware that the Integra still lives on today, or ...
Indianapolis and Chicago are not that far apart. Still making the drive isn’t always that appealing. First there are the gas prices. Plus you have tolls, wear and tear on your car, construction, parking and city driving to contend with. There has to be an easier way! There is, and it is called Amtrak. With ...
There’s a certain amount of dread one encounters when breaking out and going to a new mechanic or automotive-related business for the first time. Especially in small towns or cities like Elko, NV, there’s always gossip and talk about competing businesses. Soon, however, you find out someone who said something negative is related to a ...