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Reasons to Shop for a Car on Labor Day Weekend

By Carlos on September 3, 2020 Wheels and Water

Is your car or SUV getting old? Shopping for a new vehicle can be a tough decision. Brush up on your preparation and negotiation skills, to help save you some money. Luckily, the best time to buy a new vehicle is now. The days are counting down for dealers to release their new models and slash prices on old stock. Dealers are typically pressed to make quotas more aggressively near the end of each month and may use incentives to draw in customers on long weekends. All these factors make Labor Day the opportune time to step into that new…

Best Ways to Protect Your Car from Road Salt

By Carlos on December 9, 2019 Wheels and Water

A huge storm that’s targeting your area will probably have some snowy conditions with it. Winter weather poses many challenges to drivers as they go about their daily lives. An issue that arises during this season is dealing with road salt. It may be a saving grace for safe roadways, but it can create extensive damage to your vehicle. Learn how you can protect your car from road salt with these tips. Wash it Regularly It’s difficult to prioritize car washes in the winter. Rain and snow are perpetual companions. However, take advantage of any clear day to wash away…

Tips to Avoid Distracted Driving

By Carlos on April 6, 2019 Wheels and Water

Distracted driving is a major cause of automotive accidents. Consider these practical tips to reduce your chances of encountering distraction problems on the road. Adjust your Seat Before Starting the Ignition Today, many vehicles offer comfortable, flexible seating. Drivers avoid problems by ensuring they completely adjust seating before starting the vehicle. If you need to re-adjust the seats, pull into a parking spot first. Make Sure Pets & Children Travel Securely Allowing children or family pets to wander through the vehicle during a road trip sometimes distracts a driver. State laws provide detailed regulations for securing children in approved, correctly-sized…

Benefits of Donating Your Car to Charity

By Carlos on December 10, 2018 Wheels and Water

Donating your car to charity might sound crazy, if it weren’t for the benefits you reap. Yes, you read that right: Donating you car can benefit you, as well as charity. Maybe you’re ready to upgrade to a new car, but the dealer is offering you a trade-in figure eighty percent lower than your old car’s Kelly Blue Book value. Is the trade-in really worth your while? Then again, you might have inherited a car from a loved one, or have a second vehicle you almost never use—a set of wheels that’s just taking up space in your garage. Think…

How to Choose the Best Snow Tires for Your Car

By Carlos on January 13, 2018 Wheels and Water

Driving during the winter can be challenging when a mixture of ice, rain, snow and slush hits. Ensure that you car has a firm grip on the road with the right tires. Here are some tips to consider when buying snow tires so you can conquer the extreme winter weather driving conditions Types of Tires Studded Tires There are some areas where the roads are icy for most of the winter months and they allow drivers to use studded tires. Unfortunately, studded tires dig into roadways as well as the ice. However, some states don’t allow studded tires because they…

Tips For Helping Teens Drive

By Angela on August 7, 2017 Wheels and Water

According to research by accredited companies, approximately 2,333 teens between the ages of 16 and 19 were killed in 2015 due to a deadly motor vehicle accident. These heart-wrenching statistics should urge parents to make sure that their teenager knows the best driving techniques before obtaining his/her license. Keep these Important Tips in Mind Knowing the appropriate skills to operate a car takes time and practice. Here are some basic rules to consider before embarking on this journey with your teenager: •Set measurable and realistic goals: Instead of long driving sessions that last thirty or more minutes, consider limiting the…

Mastering the Well-Equipped Garage

By Angela on June 13, 2017 Home

For decades, garages have been nothing more than a place to keep a car safe from the weather or a place to store lawn and garden equipment or a spare fridge or deep freezer. Today, however, people are putting that valuable square footage to work to create everything from man caves to game rooms to entertainment spaces for large family gatherings. No matter what you need some extra space for, here are 8 tips and tricks to create the most versatile space and well-equipped garage. 1. Storage There is perhaps nothing of greater importance in a well-equipped garage than storage. At…

Fun Amenities to Consider for Your Next Vehicle

By Pennysaver Plus on April 20, 2017 Wheels and Water

Vehicles used to be so simple. They were rather straightforward and did not have few amenities. Those days have come to a close, though. Now, vehicles come standard with so many options that once cost additional money. These now standard options need to be considered for the sake of understanding what benefit they add to a car. Built-in Wi-Fi Going mobile is the only option for some people and families, and sometimes the data provided by a cell phone carrier is simply not enough. Several car manufacturers including Buick, GMC, and Chevrolet built 45LTE hotspots into their vehicles. Drivers and…

Ensure Your Vehicle Is Road Trip Ready

By Pennysaver Plus on March 31, 2017 Wheels and Water

Who doesn’t love a good road trip? You’ve got your playlists organized, your snacks stashed and your bags packed….you are ready to hit the road! But wait….not so fast. What about your ride? Is your vehicle really ready to tackle a lengthy on-road adventure? In other words, if you take off without tending to some preventative auto maintenance first, you are at risk of making a very different set of memories than the ones you were hoping to make. In this article, learn the steps to take to make sure your vehicle is as ready for your big road trip…

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