Knowing which factors can lower your car insurance rate can help you make a wise decision when shopping for a new policy or negotiating a lower rate with your current carrier. Here are four lesser-known factors that insurance companies consider when calculating your monthly premium. Profession Auto insurance carriers take your profession into account when…
Photo: Audi Driving on the highway can be somewhat dangerous depending on where you are. From high speed limits to suddenly closed lanes and drivers being distracted, it’s a combination for a stressful situation. In an effort to make highway driving safer in Virginia, Audi partnered with a handful of companies to deploy C-V2X technology…
The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox is a mid-size crossover that carries a starting MSRP of $23,100. Known for its spacious cabin, comfortable ride, and affordable price tag, the new Chevrolet Equinox is the vehicle you’d want to use to transport your family around town. The Equinox has been named “Highest Ranked SUV in Initial Quality in…
An all-new addition to Ford‘s lineup, the EcoSport shows off a unique sense of style. The sweeping design alongside its award-winning powertrain makes the 2018 EcoSport a top contender in the SUV and crossover segments. The 2018 Ford EcoSport is available in four trims: S, SE, Titanium, and SES. Technology Spotlight: Take a look at the…
Photo: Swedish National Road and Transport Research Institute Although Europe’s roads are the safest in the world, there’s always room for improvement. Every year, more than 25,000 people lose their lives on European roads, while another 130,000 are severely injured. Understandably, the EU would like to see that number cut down to almost zero. It’s…
How do filmmakers launch vehicles into the air? Pictured: Need for Speed from Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures For all the CGI-filled blockbusters hitting the movie circuit every summer, nothing beats a good ol’ fashioned car crash. Action films these days might not be rivaling the sheer quantity of stunt crashes like those in The…
Tailgating is more than just an annoyance for the person ahead of you — it’s also a dangerous way to drive. Following another vehicle too closely robs you of the time and space you need to react promptly and hit the brakes, and it puts you at a much higher risk for causing a serious…
Photo: FORMULA 1 | YouTube The 2019 Chinese GP was the 1000th official Formula One Grand Prix, and though there was much buzz in the media around this fact, the race itself — and, in particular, its presentation — offered little of the spectacle that would have seemed fitting for the occasion. Mercedes secured its…
From left: Hamilton, Verstappen, and Norris spray Ferrari Trento, the new official toast of F1 Photo: Ferrari Trento The 2021 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix was worth the unusual three-week wait. After the tightest qualifying session of the turbo-hybrid era, the race started in damp conditions that proved tricky even for Formula 1’s most capable wet-weather…
The Kia Optima (pictured above) and Sportage earned a five-star safety rating from the Euro NCAP For Kia, safety is a priority. That’s why it comes as no surprise that the all-new Kia Optima and Kia Sportage have both been awarded the maximum five-star crash safety rating by Euro NCAP (the equivalent of the United…
Photo: Mazda Mazda’s latest sporty crossover, the Mazda CX-30, recently earned a nod from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. In its first year on the market, the CX-30 as already made a name for itself as a Top Safety Pick. Safety First: The Mazda6 is also an IIHS Top Safety Pick Earning high marks…
2016 Ford F-Series Super Duty If you’re looking for a truck that can get any job done, then look no further than the 2016 Ford F-Series Super Duty. This truck comes in 15 different trims, so the driver can customize the vehicle to his or her specific needs. The 2016 Ford F-Series Super Duty also…
Photo: Pixabay Out of 50 states in the United States of America, 31 require drivers to display rear and front license plates. Ohio is about to make the switch and become a rear-plate-only state. Some motorists are thrilled, while others are firmly on the two-plate team. Here’s a look at each side’s arguments. Cutting-Edge Technology:…
With each passing year, people are living longer, and the population of elderly folks continues to grow in number. In fact, according to AAA, there will be approximately twice as many drivers over 65 years old on the road in 2030 than there were in 2009 (70 million vs. 33 million). With these statistics in…
Chevy’s flagship pickup truck was completely redesigned for the 2014 model year, but that wasn’t the only enhancement made for the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado. The all-new pickup also boasts a completely new lineup of more fuel-efficient engines. 2014 Chevrolet Silverado Specifications 2014 Chevrolet Silverado Exterior Whenever a vehicle is redesigned, most of the attention will…
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