This post was originally published on www.geico.com We’ve all been there. The little gas light on your dashboard goes on and, a few minutes later, you’re standing next to a gas pump. Out in the rain or heat or cold. Watching those gallons (and dollars) click by. And click by. As you fill your tank. […]
This post was originally published on www.statefarm.com Safety recalls happen fairly regularly, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In fact, auto manufacturers recalled a record number of cars in recent years. Despite the total number of automotive recalls dropping in 2018 to 30.7 million, they still exceed the total number of new
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This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Great starter classic cars Starter classic cars are a huge part of the market and they continue to be the cornerstone of the hobby. As younger enthusiasts enter the market, the world of classic cars continues to grow. Recently, a major classic car auction that takes place every
This post was originally published on www.geico.com Newlyweds (and one wedding photographer) share the stories behind the decorations on these wedding day wheels. MR. AND MRS. MATTHEW AND ALEKSANDRA LORRAINE The location: Chico Hot Springs Resort, Mont. (44 miles north of Yellowstone National Park) The look: “I knew it would look amazing with the mountain
This post was originally published on www.geico.com With the push of a button, a sunroof brings the outside in—and can make your car feel more spacious. So it’s understandable that sunroofs are growing in popularity. The number of new vehicles sporting this bright feature has increased dramatically over the past few years, and market researchers
This post was originally published on www.geico.com Your car’s air-conditioning system has one job—to keep you cool. But during a summer scorcher, it may seem like it’s barely up to the task. And even at those times, it’s eating up gas: The EPA estimates that using A/C in very hot conditions can reduce fuel economy
This post was originally published on www.geico.com The alternator is perhaps the most underappreciated part of your car. The battery often gets all the credit for keeping the electricity running. But it’s the unheralded alternator that serves as the car’s generator, powering some of your vehicle’s most vital features—including the headlights, the heating and cooling
This post was originally published on www.geico.com Spill something in your car—say, coffee or soup—and you’ll have a pretty good idea of what’s causing any strange scents. (Here’s how to get rid of those car smells.) But if the origin of an odd odor isn’t clear, chances are it’s coming from the engine, says Jill
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This post was originally published on www.geico.com Driving at night can be more than challenging—it’s also one of the most dangerous times to be behind the wheel. Nearly half of all vehicle passenger fatalities in the United States occur at night, according to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA); nighttime fatality rates for pedestrians
This post was originally published on www.geico.com Your car’s sparkling finish made it through the salt, sand and harsh temperatures of winter. But your car’s paint faces year-round hazards. According to Autoblog, a car with faded paint and a dingy look sells for 10-20 percent less than an otherwise identical vehicle that just looks nicer.
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