Author: Randall Evans

Protect your Honda Civic and keep it starting reliably with a new battery. Find out when it’s time to pick up a 2008 Honda Civic battery, what size of battery you need and how much you can expect to pay for this crucial maintenance part. What Battery Size Do You Need? Batteries are sized to offer enough power to start your engine in any weather condition. Extremely low temperatures can reduce the available amps, so be sure you pick up a Honda Civic battery with the right size and cold cranking amps. For your 2008 Civic, look for a battery…

We all spend a significant part of every day driving. The downside is that as we get used to driving all the time, we can develop bad habits that often go unchecked. While you might not notice them, they can quickly get you in trouble or even lead to an accident. These could even stem from your first driving test, where issues haven’t been properly corrected. Unfortunately, driving safety studies have shown that standardized tests don’t help make you a safe driver. Since the goal of most people is only to get their license, safety training is one of the…

Road transport is one the most cost-effective ways of transporting goods so the majority of the trade is done with the help of commercial vehicles such as 18-wheelers, big rigs, and semi-trucks. These vehicles are a common sight on highways and freeways but with the ever-increasing congestion, the number of accidents involving these trucks has increased. Trucks are large and bulky vehicles, so they have many blind spots and most accidents occur because the driver is unaware that a vehicle is nearby. You can avoid getting involved in an accident with a truck by following some simple safety tips. Keep…

Accidents happen every day. According to statistics, nearly 3700 people die globally daily due to auto accidents. Some occur naturally, while many others are caused by negligence. While there’s no way to stop accidents, we can take steps to mitigate the risks. One way of doing so is by getting auto accident insurance. Now, let’s talk about auto accident insurance. What is it? What does it cover? How can one get it? What is auto accident insurance? Auto accident insurance is an arrangement or agreement between an insurance company and a car owner for protection against financial losses following an…

It’s a nightmare scenario. You’ve just driven your brand new car off the forecourt, only to write it off within just a few hours. During that time, it’s depreciated hugely – and thus your insurer won’t cover you for the price of a replacement. Guaranteed Asset Protection Insurance is a means of fighting against this. It’ll ensure that you’re completely covered against any eventuality. But is GAP insurance worth it for your new purchase? Let’s take a look. Prevents unexpected debt If you’ve purchased your vehicle through finance, and it’s stolen or written off, then any disparity between the purchase…

According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), each and every day in the United States of America there are 90 fatal car accidents, which added together over the course of a year equates to 32,850 deaths. Although these crashes do typically involve multiple different cars, they can and do also sometimes involve just a single vehicle also. Fatalities are not always instantaneous and can actually happen sometime later as a direct result of the injuries that they sustained during the car accident. A personal injury solicitor is a legal professional who specializes in representing people in…

Many factors can compromise the efficiency of your tires or even your driving safety. Road holding, grip, braking… Your tires play an essential role at all times. Damaged by many elements present on our roads, they require regular monitoring. How do you know if a tire is worn? When should it be changed? Tires, essential elements of your car Tires are important for the safety of the driver, passengers, and other road users. They are the ones, for example, that limit the braking distance and prevent you from getting stuck in the car in front. On dry, wet or snowy…

An electric scooter is a plug-in electric car with two or three wheels. The demand for electric scooters has risen during the last few years. Many people, from kids to teenagers and adults, operate electric scooters for traveling and fun. You may use light scooters, ethic scooters, fuzion scooters, sacrifice scooters too. While they are exciting to ride, they can cause a menace to their users. Below are safety tips every user is supposed to know while using an electric scooter. 1. Pay attention to your surroundings Always be on the lookout on the road and observe your locale for…

Every so often, car manufacturers upgrade a vital component to the system, and GM (General Motors) was no different. For ten years, GM used the 700R4 transmission in most of their model lines. The 700R4 was a 3-speed transmission that relied on hydraulic pressure to activate gear changes. By the time that the 1990s rolled around, technological advances were being made in the world of solenoids and ECUs. In 1992, GM realized that the 700R4 was showing its age and limitations compared to other manufacturers and model lines. A change had to be made to keep up with the competition…

You want to paint your vehicle but aren’t sure what color just yet. That’s okay. The color doesn’t always just come to you. Sometimes, you have to think about it. The following are six attractive paint colors you should consider. 1. White Perhaps one of the most popular colors to choose is white. Something about this color is majestic and feels classic. Every so often, the best color to choose is a timeless one. Sure, you can choose a more daring color, and that’s okay, but daring colors can become a little dated. White is a color you can trust…