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Jan 11

  • Tools for Cold Weather Driving

    Tuesday, January 11th, 2011 | posted by: Kristen

    Getting out in the snow and ice can be such a chore, but just like any job, when you arm yourself with the right tools. It’s a lot easier than you expected.
    Check out bankrate’s 7 Winter Warmers that will make the morning commute a bit warmer.

Jan 5

  • Upside of Recession? Less Auto Fatalities

    Wednesday, January 5th, 2011 | posted by: Kristen

    Of course, wearing a seatbelt and purchasing a car with airbags helps too.
    Changes in driving patterns and safety features both contributed to a 22 percent decline in road deaths between 2005 and 2009, Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle of the University of Michigan said in a report that studied federal data looking […]

Dec 30

  • Another Top 10 Year-End List: Worst Handling Cars of 2010

    Thursday, December 30th, 2010 | posted by: Kristen

    As the year ends, our tendency is to take a look back and compile a best- and worst-of list of just about anything, from songs to product recalls to celebrity feuds. Obviously some lists are more important than others.
    Check out the worst handling cars of 2010 as rated by Motor Trend and be sure to […]

Sep 10

  • Highway Deaths Lowest Since 1950

    Friday, September 10th, 2010 | posted by: Kristen

    Finally, some statistics that you can feel good about!
     
    Highway deaths fell to 33,808 in the U.S. for the year 2009, the lowest number since 1950. The decline in traffic fatalities occurred even while estimated vehicle miles traveled in 2009 increased by 0.2 percent over 2008 levels, according to the Department of Transportation.
    In […]

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