Are you one of those rare individuals who says “I Love a Rainy Night?” Whether you are Singing in the Rain or want to Blame It on the Rain, Mother Nature doesn’t pay attention to our plans when it comes to the weather. Rain happens, and we still have to go places even on wet…
You know the price of gasoline is high. It is the headline on the evening news and the talk of the watercooler. This has all of us scrambling to find ways to get the most out of every last gasoline drop. Some ideas might add a few more feet to the gallon, and some ideas…
Spring brings greener pastures and new beginnings! Spring is also time for graduation for high school and college students. Remember what it was like to walk down the aisle to your alma matter’s song and throw your graduation cap in the air? It is a special day for those completing their education. You might be…
Poppy Red. Passion Red. Tornado Red. These are actual factory paint colors available on cars and trucks sold today. With such sexy and enticing names, it’s no wonder that red is a popular choice among car buyers. There is also an urban myth that red cars are pulled over more often than any other color….
Don’t be fooled! Even if it’s already March or even April and you’re ready to be done with the freezing conditions, winter weather can make a repeat appearance. Before you open the door to winter weather, you make sure you are bundled up in a coat, gloves and boots to be safe and warm in…
As certain as traffic jams on Highway 44, you can be sure a winter storm will wreak havoc on Missouri roadways. The State of Missouri averaged an annual 9,600 auto accidents resulting in over 2,500 injuries and 30 deaths over the past decade. You don’t have to become a statistic. Common sense and preparation will…
When your teenager tears off the carefully tied bow of that box under the tree, they might be hoping it’s a set of car keys. They already know that they’ll have to settle for Grandma’s hand-me-down sedan, but that gift that they’re unwrapping doesn’t have to be another sweater. You can give a teenager a…
Not so long ago, electric vehicles (EV) were part of distant and lofty goal to change the face of transportation. Today, electric vehicles make up about two percent of new cars on the road. Many U.S. states have mandated zero emission vehicles by 2035. Many auto companies, including General Motors, have also chosen 2035 as…
Of the many ways Americans express their individuality, personalized license plates are quite a commitment. They require an investment of thought and money, as well as reflect your choice for a year or more. Here in Missouri, vanity plates are big business. You can also advertise your altruistic side with vanity plates that support charities…
Nothing is more exciting to a teenager than finally being able to drive a car. It represents freedom and a step toward adulthood. Across the globe, over 75% of countries set the minimum driving age at 18. El Salvador, Iceland and the United States are the only countries that have set the minimum age at…