Traveling to and from work in London is often done by using taxis. Have you ever wondered how the taxi company generates their fare on the taximeter? The distance between your home and place of work is always the same and the taxi drivers always use the same route, […] Continue Reading…
How Do Taximeters Calculate Your Fare
Posted by Curtis in Tuesday, February 26th 2013
Categories: Miscellaneous
Most Useless Features On Cars
Posted by Curtis in Tuesday, February 26th 2013
Categories: Miscellaneous
There is no doubt that you have looked at some of the most useless features on your car and wondered what in the world the designers and manufacturers were thinking when they designed them. So take a couple of minutes, try to forget that you would have had to […] Continue Reading…
Ford, GM & Chrysler Combine To Rejuvenate Detroit
Posted by Curtis in Tuesday, February 26th 2013
Categories: Miscellaneous
The demise of Detroit has been as tragic as it has been dramatic. Whereas once the great Motor City was the hub of American industry, now it holds the record for the murder capital of the States and continually teeters on the verge of bankruptcy.
The Big Three
In the post-war […] Continue Reading…
Maintaining The Value Of Your Car Through Car Mats And Other Accessories
Posted by Curtis in Tuesday, February 26th 2013
Categories: Maintenance
For most people cars are a big financial obligation and investment. Protecting this investment is important and relatively easy to accomplish. Cars that have been taking care of maintain a much higher resale or trade-in value for the owner. This in turn saves the owner money on the next […] Continue Reading…
Avoid Unpleasant Bogus Fuel Charges For Your Rental Car With These 4 Tips!
Posted by Curtis in Tuesday, February 26th 2013
Categories: Leasing / Rental
Perhaps it is due to the continuously increasing prices of fuel across the globe, but some car hire companies are taking things a bit too far. Once they figured out the fuel tank’s potential in generating profits, it didn’t take long before they introduced all sorts of fees and […] Continue Reading…
5 Driving Habits That Really Annoy Me!
Posted by Curtis in Tuesday, February 26th 2013
Categories: Driving Tips
Unfortunately, rather than relax, I often get agitated by other drivers! These are the 5 habits that probably annoy me the most in other drivers…
Tail gaiting
Tail gating – following the car in front of you too closely is very common, and I’m sure that most people who do it […] Continue Reading…
Going Road-Tripping? One Simple And All-Inclusive Checklist You Should Have Close At Hand
Posted by Curtis in Monday, February 25th 2013
Categories: Miscellaneous
Road tripping essential. Undoubtedly and inarguably. So is a road-tripping checklist. Because, even seemingly abrupt take offs need some planning and organizing. You don’t want to be stuck in the middle of a place you shouldn’t be in, depending on people you shouldn’t depend on, doing the extra work […] Continue Reading…
Getting The Most Out Of Your New 4WD Vehicle: The Things Many Parents May Not Realize
Posted by Curtis in Monday, February 25th 2013
Categories: Miscellaneous
For those who have recently purchased a new 4WD vehicle (not to be confused with all-wheel drive) for the family, the process can be a bit intimidating. It is common to hear people calling these types of cars ‘gas-guzzlers’ and when living in a world that is so focused […] Continue Reading…
Speedy Car Repair Is a Necessity
Posted by Curtis in Monday, February 25th 2013
Categories: Car Repair
Automobiles are incredibly machines with fragile parts. Car repair is a topic that requires some research before you take your vehicle to just any old repair shop that you find. Certain guarantees regarding the quality and affordability of the work are essential.
Automobiles are incredibly important to most people, for […] Continue Reading…
Securing Your Car With Auto Insurance
Posted by Curtis in Thursday, February 21st 2013
Categories: Financing
Auto insurance is an essential expense that at best can be minimized but cannot be totally done away with. With costlier, faster and powerful vehicles on the roads, and enthusiastic youngsters at the wheels, damages are but natural. However, accidents may be less fatal, given the advanced safety mechanisms […] Continue Reading…