This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Your car’s check engine light is a catch-all for potentially serious mechanical problems. It can be hard to determine exactly what it means, and it often requires a mechanic’s diagnostic tool to decipher. Your local auto parts store can may be able to perform a diagnostic check for […]
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Whether you’re embarking on a lengthy road trip or simply making a daily commute to work or school, taking the highway is often the most efficient way to get from point A to point B. But driving on the highway for the first time alone can be daunting.
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.progressive.com The federal government has established national speed limits at various times, such as the 1942-1945 “Victory Speed Limit” of 35 mph to limit gas and rubber usage during World War II. Individual states have set speed limits in more recent years. Types of speed limits In general, there
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Cold-weather driving presents several challenges. Driving in snow may be the most significant one. Driving in snow increases the risk of accidents and exposes you to more dangers than warmer weather. Fortunately, preparing your car and learning how to safely drive in snow and ice can keep you
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.statefarm.com The need for car maintenance and upkeep doesn’t stop — even if you’ve been driving a lot less than you usually do. Whether you need an oil change, new tires or belt replaced, there are ways of keeping your vehicle in tip-top shape while still also keeping your
This post was originally published on www.statefarm.com According to the National Safety Council, night is the most dangerous time to drive. Night driving poses some challenges in visibility and also from blinding headlight glares from oncoming vehicles. Bright light from headlights reduces your visibility and increases the risk of an accident. Tips for headlight glare
This post was originally published on www.statefarm.com Are the warmer weather and clear roads filling your head with fantasies of revving up your motorcycle? To help make sure you have a smooth and safe ride, check off these motorcycle maintenance tasks from your list before hitting the highway. Do a walk-around You should start by
This post was originally published on www.statefarm.com Steps to stay alert while driving Drowsy driving can impair reflexes and lead to disaster causing more than 100,000 crashes each year. Try these tips to stay alert. The struggle to stay awake while driving may be more common than you realize: 37 percent of people have admitted
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