Why and How Do I Refinance My Car Loan?
Thursday, February 1st, 2018
First of all, what is refinancing? Refinancing your loan means reevaluating the terms of your existing loan, paying it off, and taking out a new loan. You can refinance with your current company, or you can refinance through another lending company.
- Published in Buy/Sell
Benefits of Remaining on Your Parents’ Insurance Policy as a Teen Driver
Friday, January 26th, 2018
As a teen driver, it’s possible to have your own driver’s insurance. Unfortunately, such a policy could be quite expensive, and most teens are not able to shoulder the expense of the responsibility themselves. The good news is that you have options, including staying on your parents’ policy to save money and hassle.
- Published in Insurance, Teen Drivers
If the New Tesla Semi-Truck Were a Chocolate Chip, It Would Be Only Semi-Sweet
Friday, January 19th, 2018
For those of you who don’t know Tesla, it may seem strange to you that the car manufacturer has just unveiled an electric semi-truck model. For those of you who do, it will probably be no surprise that the truck is the first in its class. Why? It’s completely electric. And, it’s a Tesla. Tesla’s
- Published in Electric Cars, Technology, Vehicle
Teen Traffic Violation Penalties
Saturday, January 13th, 2018
The truth is that teens sometimes face slightly stricter (all the way to much harsher) penalties for tickets than adults do. While this may seem unfair, the idea of impressing on teens early the importance of making safe driving decisions makes these penalties understandable. How Harsh is Harsh? License Suspension or
- Published in Teen Drivers
Could This Be the Last Year for Speeding Tickets in Iowa?
Friday, January 5th, 2018
Recently, Rick Rilea and Timothy Riley were issued speeding tickets by Iowa’s Department of Transportation (DOT). So was 16-year-old Peyton Atzen, clocked at zipping through a 55-mph zone at a speedy 84-mph. Needless to say, they weren’t happy about the tickets, but they didn’t stop at a grumble. These drivers are just a few of
- Published in Ticket
When It Comes to Insurance, It Pays to Be a Girl
Monday, January 1st, 2018
Men and women were not created equal—at least when it comes to car insurance. Sure, there are many other factors that matter when it comes to car insurance, such as annual mileage and the number of safety features in your car, as well as personal information, such as age, occupation, and marital status. But the
- Published in Insurance
How to Shop for Car Insurance Online
Tuesday, December 26th, 2017
To many buyers, looking for car insurance online may seem like a big task, but it’s actually a pretty simple process and an excellent way to compare quotes and find the best deal overall. Below is an overview of how to successfully shop for auto insurance online in order to save money every year. Consider
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Tips for Winter Driving
Sunday, December 17th, 2017
Recently, police in British Columbia pulled over a man who was not speeding, not exhibiting signs of intoxication, and obeying all traffic laws. Why was he formally escorted to the shoulder? His entire car—save a small tea-cup-sized circle on his windshield—was completely covered in ice and snow. If you’re looking at a picture, it’s a little
- Published in Driving Conditions
The Citations Speak – The Who, When and Why of Speeding Tickets
Monday, December 11th, 2017
Over the past three and a half years, a study was performed to gather information surrounding speeding tickets written by State Patrol officers in Minnesota. Precisely 224,915 tickets were analyzed. See what the study reveals below! How fast were most drivers who received speeding tickets going? Only 37 out of more than 220,000 were
- Published in Ticket
What You Need to Organize Your Car
Sunday, December 3rd, 2017
Are we the only ones who feel that our lives need a major overhaul sometimes? All too often, we’ve sensed the need to change our attitudes, our diet, our priorities, our hobbies… the list could go on and on. Reorganizing your priorities can be an incredible blessing, and we recommend you do some soul-searching and
- Published in Vehicle
‘Tis the Season to Drive Safely
Saturday, November 25th, 2017
We know the real reason for the season, and we’re sure you do, too. (If you don’t, we pray you’re saved from an Ebenezer-Scrooge-style wake-up call.) What we’re not so sure about it how aware people are of the need for extra precaution while driving during the winter months. There are many reasons that
- Published in Driving Dangers
Be in Your Right Mind On the Road
Friday, November 17th, 2017
If your spouse is trying to distract you from your favorite show for a little attention, this is a good distraction, and we recommend for your marriage’s sake that you answer the call. It will be worth it. But one call we never recommend you answer is the one you receive on the road when
- Published in Distracted Driving
Parent-Taught Driver’s Ed
Thursday, November 16th, 2017
Most states require young drivers to take a driver education course in order to be eligible for a driver’s license. Often, young drivers can take a driver’s course through their high school or through a private commercial provider. Most of these driver education courses consist of a certain, state-mandated number of hours of classroom instruction
- Published in Teen Drivers
Defensive Driving Benefits
Friday, November 3rd, 2017
Maybe you got surprised from that officer who “came out of nowhere.” Maybe the accumulated points on your driving record have you paying more for car insurance than you’d like. Maybe it’s been a while since drivers ed, and you have found yourself a little rusty. Whatever the reason, you’re in need of a driver
- Published in Driver
Save on the Go – Road Trip Budget
Saturday, October 28th, 2017
We all know that the journey is more important than the destination. But that doesn’t mean that you should invest so much in the journey that you have no money when you finally arrive at Disney World, the Grand Canyon, or your grandma’s. Stick to a road trip budget so that you can keep your
- Published in Travel
Should You Consider Certified Pre-Owned?
Friday, October 20th, 2017
When buying a used vehicle, it’s common to see some dealerships offering “Certified Pre-Owned” models. The certified models tend to cost more money, and you’ll have a harder time finding them than the other options. Before spending the extra money, take some time to learn what benefits such a model comes with, so you can
- Published in Buy/Sell
Driving Habits That Can Hurt Your Car
Saturday, October 14th, 2017
Do something long enough, and it becomes a habit. Some are innocuous enough but others, not so much. We all have patterns that we fall into that on the surface seem harmless enough. The habitual coffee drinker won’t even cop to having a habit, but it’s better not to cross him until he’s had his
- Published in Driving
The Best Tires for Wintertime Driving
Friday, October 6th, 2017
With projected high temperatures near 90° this week, it is odd to sit here on in early October afternoon in Texas writing this blog post. However, I have survived enough Octobers to know that, climate change or not; it will be winter somewhere in America sooner rather than later.
- Published in Vehicle
Pass Your Driving Test the First Time
Friday, September 29th, 2017
For a new driver, behind the wheel test day is a day filled with excitement and anxiety. If today is the date for you, it’s important to remember that you are not alone and that everyone you will see today at the DMV feels the same as you. Set yourself up for success by being prepared. Use this list steps to help get yourself ready for the big day.
- Published in Drivers License
Where’d I Put My %&%*(#@ Traffic Ticket?
Friday, September 22nd, 2017
As if it weren’t enough to get a ticket in the first place, now you’ve misplaced it. Knowing that late payment will only mean more trouble for you, you work yourself into a full blown panic. Maybe it’s still in the glove compartment. Maybe it blew out the window. Maybe it’s that little ball of pink shreds you pulled out of the dryer. Now what?
- Published in Ticket
New Law Aims to Make Ohio Roads Safer
Friday, September 15th, 2017
Nearly every American will one day obtain a driver’s license. It seems an almost inevitable right of passage. While there is some evidence that drivers are delaying getting licensed, it doesn’t mean that they won’t.
- Published in Drivers License