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Bad weather can spell disaster if you are driving on tires with worn out treads. New research from AAA reveals the dangers of driving on worn tires. Driving on relatively worn tires at highway speeds in wet conditions can increase average stopping distances by a staggering 43 percent, or an additional 87 feet – that’s
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Scam Alert. Unfortunately, many cars and trucks flooded in 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
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The peak summer driving season now underway means clogged roads and traffic jams, and road rage is a driving danger, along with drunk driving and distracted driving including texting while driving. These tips will help you avoid aggressive drivers, or become one yourself. All of us have gotten frustrated while driving at some point in
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Some vehicles are better than others for families with young children. These are the top 2017 and 2018 models for car seats and booster seats, based on criteria including the ease of use latching system and room for two kids strapped into two car seats. The list includes SUVs marketed toward young families, plus a
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The holiday driving getting underway means clogged roads and traffic jams, and road rage is a driving danger, along with drunk driving and distracted driving including texting while driving. These tips will help you avoid aggressive drivers, or become one yourself. All of us have gotten frustrated while driving at some point in our lives,
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