Whether you just got booted off your parent’s car insurance or have taken the initiative to pay it on your own (I suppose some of you exist), understanding what all the jargon really means to you and your pocket can be daunting.

It started off as a normal day. I woke up, got ready for school, grabbed my keys and started my car, picked up one of my close friends from her house right up the street, then we went down the same street to pick up another friend. Soon, the three of us headed to school; what I hadn’t realized was that I needed gas. When I did realize it, we decided to stop by for gas. If I had known what it would bring, I would’ve let it run out instead.

Car accidents are called “accidents” for a reason. Often, an accident is beyond your control. Often we get in the car without a second thought as to how fast things could go wrong. Humans make mistakes, and unfortunately mistakes on the road can often lead to injury or death. There are ways to prevent getting into an accident, and though the safety of you and your family is still not a guarantee, hopefully these things can help lessen the risks.

Cars are an expensive investment that pertains to one's livelihood. It gets most to work, school, and other places far from home. Cars help people with chores and various tasks. Of course with the ease automobiles bring people who purchase them, there are certain worries. The pricey possession can become stolen or damaged and most people would then invest security system to protect their cars.

Buying a new car can be expensive for most and simply not an option for others. However, having a reliable form of transportation on hand is necessary, and there are plenty of solutions for those who need something right now. One option at your disposal is to buy a used car.

Paintless dent repair is steadily growing in popularity. While many are familiar with the traditional, arduous process of dent removal that involves repainting and hours of work, there is often a better way. In layman’s terms, paintless dent repair is a process that removes dents without impacting your paint, eliminating the need for costly repainting and difficult matching of your paint. Even if you have been educated on the wonders of paintless dent repair, you may still have concerns. Here are the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about paintless dent repair.

It's something that can happen to anyone: You pull out of a parking spot, only to back into a telephone pole or bump the car behind you. You can't really blame yourself when it happens, either.

Buying a lemon, if you are not acquainted with the term, is buying a vehicle that does not perform to par as its dealer promised.

"You really shouldn't ride those things; they aren't safe."

"The Hess Truck's here and it's better than everFor Christmas this year! The Hess Truck's here!"

Not everyone is a "car person," and that's alright by me. Even if you don't have any particular interest in cars, however, there's still a good chance you own one. In fact, you probably use it almost every single day. If you own a car, you need to be in tune to its basic maintenance needs, and changing your oil is an integral part of those needs—among other car maintenance tips every driver should know. Whether you love learning about cars or you just want to know enough to take care of your daily mode of transportation, there are basic facts we should all know about our oil.

Are you planning on hitting the road this upcoming holiday season? While many people take planes in order to get home, even more people pack up their cars, load in their families, and drive to their loved ones. The traffic speaks for itself! Whether you’re headed to your mom’s house for a big turkey dinner, or headed to your favorite winter cabin to open festive gifts, there are a few important driving tips that you should keep in mind.

According to Wikipedia, as of 2006, more than half of SUVs sold in the United States of America have been of the “crossover” variety. A crossover SUV, also sometimes referred to as simply a “crossover” or occasionally shortened to a “CUV,” is typically a cross between a sedan and a truck-based sport utility vehicle, or SUV. Most often, crossover SUVs are modeled after the body type of a truck-based SUV with the chassis or unibody construction of a sedan. This design generally makes for a significantly more comfortable interior when compared to their truck-based SUV counterparts, however crossovers are known to have less off road capabilities and in many cases are not manufactured with an option for all wheel drive.

Okay folks, I write a "Dear Abby" for cars in my local newspaper, The Lake Worth Herald. I have been doing it weekly for about fifteen years, so I will take a stab at doing it here. I can do this because I am ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certified in five repair categories and I own an independent tire and auto repair shop, Car Clinic, in West Palm Beach Florida.

Whether you are driving an old clunker or a brand new car, chances are that you would like to change a few things around. Maybe the Ford Fusion you are driving around is an outdated model and you may want to spruce up a few things to make it look more trendy or to get more space on the interior or even to add more functionality to the model. You could have any number of reasons for wanting certain car modifications to be carried out, but check out some of the important ones that you may want to consider getting done, in the near future.

Like most rideshare drivers, I don't use rideshare as my primary source of income (other than a brief stint between jobs), but rather as a supplement. It gets me out of the house, earns a (very little) bit of money, introduces me to new people, and helps me explore my city and larger area.

With the rising cost of gasoline, more people than ever are turning to vehicles that use alternative sources of fuel. The advanced technology and improved efficiency of electric batteries have occurred at just the right time. Many feel that there has never been a better time than the present to look into buying an electric vehicle.

One morning over hot coffee, I hopped on the VW website to look at the Golf Alltrack. My parents suggested it because it would be perfect for transporting two big dogs. It would also be great for Canadian winters. On the home page of the VW site at the time was a giant banner showing an e-Golf. It was a complete surprise that VW is selling an all-electric car. I clicked on the link and fell in love. One thing led to another. Within a couple of weeks, we test drove one at the Guelph VW dealership and ordered mine the same day.

Ride-share services have become quite the norm. People would much rather call an Uber or Lyft driver than an old fashioned taxi. However, Uber specifically does not do a background check on their employees or meet them for an interview prior to hiring them (currently). The requirements Uber drivers need to meet are not steep, and most people with a car that was made in the last decade can apply and expect to be hired. But how safe really are these ride-share services? You decide.

The benefit of purchasing a fresh new vehicle is you buy a vehicle that usually comes with a certainty. In the first few years, most fresh vehicles will have very few renovations, so you can only concentrate on vehicle servicing. The retailer may also give reduced interest rate funding, which may lower the quantity of interest you receive over the loan's lifetime. These are the most fundamental benefits. Another benefit is that the new vehicles will be equipped with the recent technology, meaning you can discover vehicles with further gas mileage and reduced emissions.

So, back in the eighties, a contractor I knew bought a truck from the auction. He did a lot of driving in remote areas, loved his newer model truck, took good care of it, and it never gave him any problems. He had a small crew; guys came and went, but at a certain point, he ran into financial difficulties and had to lay a couple guys off. He had trouble making payroll. Eventually, he got back on track and his business expanded.

Whether you just got booted off your parent’s car insurance or have taken the initiative to pay it on your own (I suppose some of you exist), understanding what all the jargon really means to you and your pocket can be daunting.

Car accidents are called “accidents” for a reason. Often, an accident is beyond your control. Often we get in the car without a second thought as to how fast things could go wrong. Humans make mistakes, and unfortunately mistakes on the road can often lead to injury or death. There are ways to prevent getting into an accident, and though the safety of you and your family is still not a guarantee, hopefully these things can help lessen the risks.

Buying a new car can be expensive for most and simply not an option for others. However, having a reliable form of transportation on hand is necessary, and there are plenty of solutions for those who need something right now. One option at your disposal is to buy a used car.

Paintless dent repair is steadily growing in popularity. While many are familiar with the traditional, arduous process of dent removal that involves repainting and hours of work, there is often a better way. In layman’s terms, paintless dent repair is a process that removes dents without impacting your paint, eliminating the need for costly repainting and difficult matching of your paint. Even if you have been educated on the wonders of paintless dent repair, you may still have concerns. Here are the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about paintless dent repair.

Working at the DMV as a Licensing Registration Examiner (which is a fancy way of saying ‘drive test examiner’) had been quite the experience for me all those years ago. From 1988 to 1998, I was the guy behind the clipboard, facing several distressed drivers a day. I have failed, passed, restricted, and revoked my share of drivers during those years and was never surprised by the reactions to those going through such a strenuous procedure.

I know that there are a ton of people that debate this topic every day. There are are so many of us that don't think speed is an issue on the road, whereas others think it's one of our driving sins on the road. My opinion has wavered between each side throughout the years.

Ever since Top Gear returned to screens in 2002 as an entertainment show rather than a straight-up car review show as it had been before, it has been loved by petrolheads and casual TV viewers alike, not just in the UK, but worldwide too. For a long while, the show was hosted by Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May, but in recent years, a wider number of presenters have have their hands on the TG steering wheel. So who have been the successes of the past 17 years, and who failed to hit the mark?

For each generation of car buyers, automakers tend to shift the type of products they offer in response to the wants and needs of the average car buyer. As the average car buyer becomes increasingly active, adventurous, and dependent on mobile technology, automobiles are taking a hard shift towards integrated smart technology. This shift was undoubtedly accelerated by the arrival of Tesla Motors. The success of their products has brought intense heat to the race, bringing the newest and most innovative tech to the auto market.

I have been a driver for Uber for the past ten months now and there are many things that I've observed from passengers. I have been blessed to have, for the most part, pleasant passengers over this time period. The main reason for this is because I pray and ask for it every morning without fail before leaving my house. Even though these passengers are not problematic, there are some simple rules that they and future passengers need to know and abide by. Therefore, I am going to share some Uber rider etiquette that will make for a smooth ride every time.

Owning a vintage motorcycle sounds like a dream, but it requires a lot of care, maintenance and hard work on your part. If you are looking to purchase a vintage motorcycle, then you may want to take a close look at the checklist provided below. This checklist is geared for beginners and it should enable you to discover more about vintage motorcycles and how to take better care of them as well. So check it out:

When we think of sports, rarely do we bring up sports that require vehicles as the main tool. In fact, most of us only think of the so-called "Big Four" sports that include the MLB, NFL, NBA, and NHL. However, the reality of the situation is that there are far more sports that require amazing vehicles as the main attraction. For that matter, these vehicle sports branch out in a way that the main sports simply do not. In addition to this, these sports are only getting more popular on a global scale. In fact, one of these sports holds an annual event that brings in millions of dollars in revenue in just that one event. As we can see, this is the pinnacle of sports that require vehicles. Nonetheless, the others are just as entertaining. Also, let's not forget how incredible the vehicles being used for these sports are. Close examination of these vehicles will show that they are true mechanical and engineering masterpieces. They have to be, in order to perform at the highest level. In any event, let's talk about five of the best sports that require amazing vehicles.

When it comes to a plethora of various car services, one thing is for sure. And that is the fact that as far as scams are concerned, there are many services out there who have honed the fine art of taking people for a ride for several years on end. This, in turn, has made it extremely difficult for most people out there to be able to tell the difference between the genuine services from the fake ones. Yes, as much of a bleak outcome as that may be, it is unfortunately true. As long as enough people out there are aware of this fact, there is always hope. Don’t ever forget that the main priority is always awareness in any form.

"The Hess Truck's here and it's better than everFor Christmas this year! The Hess Truck's here!"

There are so many great car movies out there that really make you feel like you're in the movie. From talking cars to racing films, there's a wide range of ideas writers and directors can play around with when it comes to cars. Even the thrill of cars racing in the movie is the greatest feeling when it keeps you at the edge of your seat.

Being young can be hard at times. We have curfews, homework and not enough time or freedom to do anything.

Round 8 of 21, it was another Formula 1 Grand Prix filled with small action. Right from the beginning, Hamilton had a very good start and managed to stay in front of the field. His teammate, on the other hand, did not have the same pace Hamilton had. With the Ferrari’s starting 3rd and 7th place, respectively, they only managed to get 3rd (Charles Leclerc) and 5th (Sebastian Vettel) on the grid. Some last lap drama included Daniel Ricciardo and Lando Norris.

It would appear that NASCAR has a problem. Last weekend was the annual spring race at Bristol Motor Speedway, in Tennessee. Like many others, I was at home watching the race, but I was dismayed to see so many empty grandstand seats at a track that used to sell out for every race. And we aren't talking just a few seats. At both ends of the track, the grandstands were closed off. There was no one sitting in those areas. Even along the straight stretches, there were a lot of noticeable gaps. No one seems to know exactly how many people were there, as Forbes reports.

The best time to visit Rome and other popular destinations in Europe is between September and November, and April to May when there are fewer crowds, and the days are bright and sunny. And in fine weather such as this, the best way to explore the continent is by taking a road trip.

Tiny houses are still a relatively new phenomenon, and local councils and governments aren't 100 percent sure how to go about regulating them yet. Things are moving a-pace though, and collaboration between councils and tiny homeowners is helping to open channels of communication. Here's the low-down on what classification you can claim for your tiny build, where you can live and how to go about settling in.

Driving a luxury car is a dream for many. But the glory that comes while sitting in the backseat as the driver takes you to your destination is on a different level. While being chauffeured, you can enjoy the scenery when traveling to distant locations. The chauffeurs also have a myriad of advice for their customers. These are some of the benefits that you do not get to avail while driving a rental car.

Contessa, India’s first luxury sedan came to Indian market in the mid 80s when Indian roads were ruled by Ambassadors and Premier Padminis. Contessa soon became a status symbol in India. The car was mostly used by top business men and ministers.

All good things must come to an end. That includes the last of some cars. On Wednesday, July 10, 2019, the last Volkswagen Beetle came off the assembly line in Puebla, Mexico. Never again will that particular car be made. The recognizable classic car has been around for the last 81 years. Plenty of the classic cars used to be seen often on the highways. Now they are rarely seen. Sales declined from 46,000 in 2013 to just 15,166 last year, according to Autodata Corp.

This classic car show was held on the lawns of Christchurch Quay, Christchurch in Southern England. The number of visitors was not known, as entry to the show was free. However, the organizers (Classic Cars on The Prom 2019) estimated that some 380 classic vehicles took part. The only qualification for displaying at this show was any vehicle that was manufactured before 31st July 1983.