Scam Alert. Unfortunately, many cars and trucks flooded in recent hurricanes will wind up for sale by unscrupulous dealers to unsuspecting customers. Here’s how to avoid getting soaked by buying a vehicle that is – simply – dangerous to drive. Electronics, including computer chips, hate water. Since modern vehicles are heavy on electronics, water damage could short-circuit brakes, airbags, … [Read more...]
How to Help Victims of Hurricanes Irma & Maria
When Hurricane Irma ripped through the Caribbean and Florida Keys, she left a trail of shattered buildings, boats and dreams. Ditto Hurricanes Jose & Maria. Tens of thousands of people have lost their homes and their jobs. Choose one of these charities to support with a donation to feed and clothe Irma's victims and start the rebuilding. Each one of these charities has a four-star rating … [Read more...]
How to Prepare for a Hurricane
With deadly hurricanes in the headlines, it's important to be ready for an emergency, in case you and your family must evacuate quickly. Wherever you live, in the path of a hurricane or not, pack an emergency Go Bag now so you are ready for stormy weather, fire, or even a personal family emergency that requires immediate travel. This list of must have items is from the NYC Dept. of Emergency … [Read more...]
Know Your Airline Passenger Rights
Celebrate National Aviation Day by knowing your rights as an airline passenger and by practicing some simple etiquette at the airport and aboard your flight. Both will help make negotiating today's crowded airports and packed planes less stressful. National Aviation Day is observed on August 19 in the USA to celebrate the history and development of the aviation industry and passenger flight. It … [Read more...]
How to Diagnose Car Trouble with Your Nose
Use your nose to avoid big car repair costs. Your sense of smell can help you avoid car trouble. Simply, paying attention now to strange smells from under the hood or from under the car can be the difference between a quick and inexpensive fix now or a costly repair later, or even mechanical failure - and an accident. You may be following the story of Ford Explorer SUVs being investigated for … [Read more...]
How to Avoid Identity Theft While on Vacation
SCAM ALERT Everyday, it seems, we hear about hacking, identity theft or some other invasion of our digital privacy. Here's how to protect your online life from cyber criminals on the road, because vacations are not the time to relax your personal safety, including taking internet security precautions. Before You Go Patch Up. Check all your electronic devices for software updates, both … [Read more...]
Scam Alert: Dynamic Currency Conversion
Scam alert: Dynamic Currency Conversion. It's the newest twist on foreign transaction fees, and the newest way way to rip you off when you travel. If an overseas trip on your summer getaway horizon it's worth knowing, or being reminded of, the best ways to avoid, or at least minimize, foreign transaction fees when you pay by credit card. Add-on fees are universally despised by travelers. Those … [Read more...]
Car Care Tips: Synthetic vs. Regular Oil
Synthetic or regular? Save money or get better performance? Save money or save the planet? Making an informed choice about oil changes just got easier, thanks to new research by AAA on the quality of engine oil. AAA found that synthetic oil outperformed conventional oil by an average of nearly 50 percent. That translates to significantly better engine protection for just $5 more per month when … [Read more...]
Essential Car Care Tips for Family Road Trips
With peak summer getaway season about to begin, it's time to get your car ready, with summer car care tips that can help prevent breakdowns or accidents. The AAA expects to rescue 7 million American drivers this summer, mostly for dead batteries and flat tires, and being locked out of vehicles. Simply, summer heat takes a toll on vehicles, and an AAA survey shows that 4 out of ten drivers are … [Read more...]
How to save money on a rental car
If you think it takes time and effort to save money on the lowest airfare, you haven't been looking for the best deal on a rental car. Here's how to save money, and aggravation, on your next getaway wheels: There's no way to avoid comparison shopping for the rental deal. Start by visiting a travel consolidator site such as Expedia to search for the city, dates and vehicle size you need. Jot … [Read more...]
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