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3 Drive-Thru Holiday Light Displays in Massachusetts

3 Drive-Thru Holiday Light Displays in Massachusetts

Massachusetts winters aren’t for the faint of heart. While staying warm and cozy inside can be fun, sometimes you need to get out of the house for some seasonal fun. Make your holidays merry and bright in the Bay State when you drive through (or by) one of these delightful holiday light displays that you […]

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Massachusetts Unveils Plan to Slash Vehicle Emissions

Massachusetts Unveils Plan to Slash Vehicle Emissions

The governor of Massachusetts, Charlie Barker, is determined to do what’s necessary to help cut emissions coming from his state. It’s an ambitious plan for zero net emissions by 2050, and while it focuses on several industries, it takes a hard look at cars. Drive It While You Can: Learn more about the 2021 Chevy […]

 Amanda Drago

Massachusetts Updates Right to Repair Law to Gain Auto Data

Massachusetts Updates Right to Repair Law to Gain Auto Data

On Tuesday, Massachusetts residents voted to update the right to repair law, which was originally put into effect in 2013. With this update, residents and repair shops now have access to automakers’ real-time diagnostic data. Maintaining Your Vehicle: Signs you need new brakes What does the right to repair law entail? Back in 2013, 87 […]

 Whitney Russell

Halloween Drive-Thru Events in Massachusetts

Halloween Drive-Thru Events in Massachusetts

With a little planning, you can still have a thrilling Halloween in Massachusetts despite social-distancing restrictions. Here are a few drive-thru events to attend with the children in your life. Stay Safe, Buy Smart: Tips for choosing a safe used car for your family Drive-Thru Parade in Ware Head to Ware’s Grenville Park on Friday, […]

 Whitney Russell

4 Breathtaking Scenic Drives in Massachusetts

4 Breathtaking Scenic Drives in Massachusetts

Daydreaming about future road trips? Here are four routes you should consider if you’re planning a joy ride in Massachusetts later this year. Safer Journeys: Have more peace of mind with OnStar technology Mount Greylock Scenic Byway Journey the 17-mile route from Pittsfield to Adams, to enjoy panoramic views of Mount Greylock, the highest point […]

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Massachusetts Reminds Drivers To Remove Headphones

Massachusetts Reminds Drivers To Remove Headphones

This month, Massachusetts’s new hands-free law — which makes it illegal to use a phone behind the wheel without voice commands — took effect. While it makes big strides towards making the consequences for distracted driving more serious, it’s had an unintended consequence. This week, police leaders went to the media to remind drivers that […]

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Massachusetts Introduces Bill To Prevent Keyless Ignition Deaths

Massachusetts Introduces Bill To Prevent Keyless Ignition Deaths

If you own a car that runs quietly and has keyless ignition, it’s possible that you might have left your car running by accident. It’s not like you need to turn off the car to get your keyring and unlock your front door. While that might see this as a small mistake, it can be […]

 Whitney Russell

Massachusetts Enacts Hands-Free Driving Law This February

Massachusetts Enacts Hands-Free Driving Law This February

After almost two decades of public debate, Massachusetts is finally establishing a hands-free driving law. Here’s what you should know about the new legislation as well as when it will go into effect. New Horizons: Strategies to stay on track with your 2020 goals The new law The Massachusetts law is similar to other hands-free […]

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4 New Year’s Events to Drive to in Massachusetts

4 New Year’s Events to Drive to in Massachusetts

Massachusetts has a diverse array of New Year’s parties worth the drive. Whether you prefer masquerades or fireworks, you’re bound to have a rewarding time at one of these fun hooplas. Chevrolet Benefits: Advantages of going with a Chevy New Year’s Eve at Terra: An Italian Masquerade Say hello to 2020 Italian-style when you attend […]

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Massachusetts Owl Survives Getting Hit by a Car

Massachusetts Owl Survives Getting Hit by a Car

Some birds are angry, while others are just lucky. The owl who made headlines earlier this week falls into the second category.  Change It Up: The importance of oil changes The story It all started on Monday when a driver was traveling down Interstate 495 in Franklin, Massachusetts. Suddenly, the vehicle collided with an owl, […]

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Road Trip Pit Stops: 4 Unique Hotels in Massachusetts

Road Trip Pit Stops: 4 Unique Hotels in Massachusetts

The Bay State is a gratifying destination for your next New England road trip. Whether you’re sightseeing in Beacon Hill or going on a whale-watching tour, here are four quirky hotels worth staying at in Massachusetts.  Roadtrip Pastimes: Make your next trip more fun with these car-friendly games The Liberty Hotel Once a former prison […]

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3 Car Museums in Massachusetts

3 Car Museums in Massachusetts

Visitors to Massachusetts tend to focus their time in historic Boston or beautiful Martha’s Vineyard. But the Bay State is also home to several classic car museums that depict the rich history of automobiles in America. Check out the following three museums on your next trip. Heritage Museums & Gardens While not solely an automobile […]

 Zachary Berry

Massachusetts Man Finds a Boa Constrictor in His Truck’s Engine Bay

Massachusetts Man Finds a Boa Constrictor in His Truck’s Engine Bay

The encounter under the vehicle's hood was actually the man's second run-in with the snake

It’s not uncommon to find animals hiding in your engine bay. Creatures that tend to cuddle up with an engine range anywhere between a cat and a squirrel. Most of these creatures tend to be quite small in size. However, Joe Reed, a resident of Stoughton, Massachusetts, discovered a creature that was quite large under […]

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Ford Kicks Off 2018 Peanut Butter Drive With Events in Seattle, Massachusetts

Ford Kicks Off 2018 Peanut Butter Drive With Events in Seattle, Massachusetts

Quick: if a Ford F-150 pulled up on you with like a billion jars of peanut butter in the bed, what would you do? There’s probably only one answer: start up a group chat with 10 or 15 of your best mates and send the message “IT’S PEANUT BUTTER JELLY TIME,” maybe even taking the […]

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A Massachusetts Citation and a Reminder to Clear Your Windshield This Winter

A Massachusetts Citation and a Reminder to Clear Your Windshield This Winter

Winter Storm Benji coated quite a few states with snow this weekend, from Florida to Maine. Massachusetts was one of its victims; Boston alone got 6.1 inches of snow, as reported by the National Weather Service. While most drivers recognize the importance of clearing the windshield before embarking on any wintry drives, some fall into the “in-a-hurry-and-don’t-care” […]

 Zachary Berry

Oh Deer! Massachusetts Man Blames Speeding Ticket on Nearby Deer

Oh Deer! Massachusetts Man Blames Speeding Ticket on Nearby Deer

Is this a classic case of a lame excuse for speeding, or is there a more bizarre explanation a-hoof?

At one point or another, most of us have made the conscious decision to embrace the criminal lifestyle and break the speed limit. For many, this results in a nice, expensive speeding ticket. Now there are plenty of classic excuses that people use for speeding. “I need to get to the hospital right away.” “My […]

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Taxis Become Beneficiaries of New Massachusetts Uber Tax

Taxis Become Beneficiaries of New Massachusetts Uber Tax

The ongoing battle between established taxi companies and ride-sharing drivers for Uber and Lyft continues on the streets of America’s largest cities. One state, Massachusetts, decided to pass a new law that not only makes operations by Lyft and Uber more expensive but actually subsidizes the struggling taxi industry. According to Mashable, the state will […]

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East Street Predator Terrorizes Westwood, Massachusetts

East Street Predator Terrorizes Westwood, Massachusetts

Hiding in plain sight in Westwood, Massachusetts, a predator lurks. It stalks the area around East Street. Experts have noted that it stands at 10 and a half feet tall, only seems to eat a few times per year, and struck, with devastating effect, on August 20th. Avoid Other Predators: Summer Safety Advice The police […]

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