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10 Things You’ll Definitely Relate to If You Owned a Car in the 70s, 80s and 90s

Did you live through the era of disco and bell bottoms? What about big hair, neon clothes and parachute pants? Can you recall the early days of the internet? Then you will probably relate to these nostalgic trials and tribulations of car ownership and repair in the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s. R.I.P. Yellow Pages 1 […]

March 28, 2019 4 More
 

Don’t Make Me Wait, Call or Think: Millennials and Auto Care Part I

2019 is the first year in US history that the number of millennials surpassed the number of baby boomers. Today, there are about 79.8 million millennials in the U.S. (ages 23 to 38 in 2019), while the total number of baby boomers (ages 55 to 73 in 2019) is 74.1 million. As baby boomers reach […]

March 26, 2019 More
 

Daylight Saving Time: Avoid Being a Statistic on the Road

Do you ever notice that you feel energized and drowsy around the same times every day? That’s your circadian rhythm, or your internal clock, at work. The most typical drowsy periods for adults are between 2am to 4am and 1pm to 3pm. If your sleep cycle is off, you will feel those swings between alertness […]

March 10, 2019 More
 

Top Problems Women Face at the Auto Shop and How to Avoid Them

Car repair is a stressful, nerve-wracking experience for anyone. As you anxiously sit in the auto shop waiting room, you can’t help but ask yourself, “What problems will the mechanic find? How much will this cost me? Can I trust that I’m getting the best price?” In the male-dominated auto repair industry, a common assumption […]

March 8, 2019 More
 

5 Winter Car Care Tips to Get You to the Super Bowl (Party)

Heading to the Super Bowl in Atlanta? New Englanders are no stranger to cold weather driving. But if you’re from sunny LA, you may be surprised by the cold as you drive across country. (Those of us not lucky enough to score a ticket will be watching the game on our friend’s big screen.) No […]

January 31, 2019 More
 

Decoding the Mysterious Check Engine Light

‘Tis the season for holiday lights so merry and bright – unless it’s your check engine light! Some are solid and some may flash, but this is no time to ignore the lights on your dash! When your dashboard twinkles, it may be tempting to put off finding an auto mechanic for diagnosis, but it’s […]

December 19, 2018 4 More
 

Research Used Cars Online: 5 Great Sites

People research (and buy) everything online, from simple household items like laundry detergent to more complex items like electronics. But what about cars? Buying a used car online may seem like a stretch, but researching used cars is a no-brainer. You’ll be empowered by all of the information you’ve collected and by the time you […]

December 15, 2018 4 More
 

Money in Your Wallet: Cost of Daily Rideshare vs Owning a Car

Taking an Uber or Lyft when going out on the town is super convenient. It saves the hassle of finding a parking space. You can split the fare with your friends and save some cash. And if you feel like having a few cocktails, your trusty rideshare driver can get you home safely without incident […]

December 14, 2018 1 More
 

Electric Vehicles and Winter Weather

It’s a great time to drive electric. From Tesla to the Nissan LEAF, there are many great car options available. And if trucks are more your speed, Rivian recently debuted the R1S and R1T at the LA Auto Show. But if you’re considering buying an electric vehicle (EV) and live in an area that’s cold and/or […]

December 11, 2018 More
 

Rideshare Side-Hustle: Tips to Prepare Your Car

Looking to earn some extra cash? A rideshare side-hustle with a company like Uber or Lyft could be very lucrative, especially at this time of year. But there’s a lot you need to know. If you’re thinking about becoming a rideshare driver, start by visiting experts like the  The Rideshare Guy where you can learn the ins-and-outs of […]

December 7, 2018 More