This post was originally published on www.geico.com If you’re anything like the average American, you spend more time in the car each day than you do around the family dinner table. So perhaps it’s no surprise that many of us name our cars as though they were members of the family—an act that’s led to […]
This post was originally published on www.geico.com No matter how long the car trip, suffering nausea and fatigue can make you wish you had walked there instead. It’s estimated that 25% to 40% of Americans get motion sickness, turning everything from errands around town to holiday road trips into potential nightmares. We asked Timothy Hain,
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This post was originally published on www.geico.com A used car is a great way to get around without breaking the bank—unless it has undetected flood damage. In that case, you could inherit problems like short-circuited electronics, overheated engines and warped brakes, all of which could put your safety at risk. CARFAX reports that 271,404 once-flooded
This post was originally published on www.geico.com The weather is warm, vacation has started, you’re 50 miles from your destination—and chances are you’re not thinking about what could go wrong on the road ahead. “While no one can plan for car trouble, in emergency situations it is helpful to have some preparations in place,” says
This post was originally published on www.geico.com Quick: Your tire blows out—would you know how to change it? Knowing how to perform basic car maintenance goes beyond time and money when you’re in a jam. It can also help drivers foster a deeper connection with their ride—helping to assess when their car may be in
This post was originally published on www.geico.com Hmm. Purr. Vroom. Modern engineering has made driving a car easier on the ears than ever. But there are some car noises you don’t want to hear, because they can signal trouble. Every once in a while, roll down the windows and start listening for “any sound that
This post was originally published on www.geico.com Auto Care How To De-Ice Your Windshield Check out these quick and easy tips to safely de-ice your car windshield without damaging the vehicle. [ad_1]
This post was originally published on www.geico.com Your car isn’t just a car—depending on the day, it can be a dining room for a quick bite (while parked, of course), a place for the kids to catch up on the latest shows, a shuttle to your dog’s vet, you name it. And all that multitasking
This post was originally published on www.geico.com To many, even basic car maintenance can seem daunting. If you’ve ever taken a look under the hood of your car, it may seem like a complicated mess of hoses, wires, blocks and belts. While some vehicle maintenance should generally be left to the professionals, there are a few
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This post was originally published on www.geico.com With winter weather just around the corner, here’s a quick checklist to get your car ready for the cold to come. And speaking of being prepared, don’t let a dead battery or another mishap leave you stuck in the cold. GEICO’s 24-hour Emergency Roadside Service is available 365
