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DriveSafe Online Named “Best Overall Online Defensive Driving Course” by Investopedia
We’d like to honk our own horn for a moment because we’re excited to receive some great news. DriveSafe Online has been named “Best Overall Online Defensive Driving Course” by Investopedia, a leading source of business and financial information. The website is a...
Save on Auto Insurance with These Hidden Secrets
Almost anyone can save money on car insurance. You just have to know where to look, and what to ask.
Remember, insurance companies set rates based on risk. The less risk you pose, the lower the insurance company can set your rates. So, it pays to be the best driver you can be.
A Guide to the Safest Teen Cars
Turning 16 may be one of the most momentous points in a teen's life. Finally, they can drive themselves to school, to friends' houses, or out for errands or fun. But teens are also some of the riskiest people out on the road. In 2018, around 285,000 teens were injured...
Great Gift Ideas for the DIY Mechanic
Searching for something special to get the DIY mechanic in your life? If your weekend worker spends a lot of time in the garage, it’s important to make sure they have the best tools, not to mention the correct tools. After all, there’s a job for every tool and a tool...
Everything You Need to Know About Blood Alcohol Level and DUIs
Recent DUI data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that 10,142 people died in ethyl alcohol-related car crashes in 2019. Although laws against drinking and driving have been in place for decades, people continue to make the deadly...
How to Drive a Stick Shift (Part Two of Series)
Driving a car with a manual transmission is simple once you get the hang of it. It’s a popular misconception that driving a stick shift is challenging or as intimidating to learn as people assume. Experienced drivers who began on an automatic transmission might indeed...
Squeaky Brakes? Here’s What to Do
When you press down on your brake and hear a noise like squealing or grinding, you know that's the sound of your vehicle telling you something is off. While it’s tempting to disregard these noises, squeaky brakes are a cause for concern. It's best to stop, get...
Don’t Panic! Learning to Parallel Park is Easy with Our Complete Guide
Just the thought of parallel parking can strike fear into the hearts of experienced and newbie drivers alike. Learning perfect parallel parking skills is no small feat, but it shouldn't be as intimidating as it's made out to be. Some drivers avoid doing it at all...
Tips for Planning a Road Trip to Disney World
It's not such a small world after all. Many travelers are especially excited this year about the idea of hitting the open road and having some fun. Looking for some magical fun this summer? Maybe driving to Disney World as a road trip vacation is just the thing for...
How To Use a Stick Shift Part 1: The Basics
Although automatic transmission cars have nearly taken over the automotive industry in the United States, there are still quite a few manual drivers out there—and plenty of reasons to be one, too. Knowing how to drive stick shift is a great skill to master and doing...
Everything You Can Learn from a VIN Number
Much like a Social Security number for a person, your car’s VIN number is an essential piece of information that identifies your car as an individual. A VIN number can tell you a lot about a car, like its manufacturing information, any past or present recalls, and...