Mass Transit Use in the U.S. Surging

Sat, 3/31/2018 - 8:50 pm by Kirsten Rincon

Americans have never been particularly fond of public transit, and have always preferred cars as a primary mode of transportation. This is probably due to the fact that in the U.S., cars are considered a status symbol, an image of […]

Automakers Want Safety Features to Be Counted Towards Mileage Credits

Sat, 3/31/2018 - 6:06 pm by Kirsten Rincon

Automakers receive a certain amount of credits for exceeding the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) requirements, aimed at improving the average fuel economy of vehicles sold in the United States, which they can then use later when they fail to […]

Auto Loans for “Thin File” Consumers

Fri, 3/30/2018 - 6:17 pm by Kirsten Rincon

When there is no sufficient information in a person’s credit report in order to generate a credit score on them, than they are designated as consumers with a thin file by credit reporting agencies. Consumers who haven’t taken out a […]

CA Law Would Allow Drivers to Take Multiple Driver’s License Photos

Thu, 3/29/2018 - 9:16 pm by Kirsten Rincon

Tuesday, February 20, California State Senator Josh Newman voiced interest in giving drivers the chance to choose the photo that is ultimately printed on their license to drive. However, it would cost drivers additional fees in return. “I’ve had very […]

Tips on Having a Great and Safe Road Trip with a Baby

Thu, 3/29/2018 - 2:09 pm by Kirsten Rincon

Taking a road trip with a baby can be inconvenient for both the baby and the parents. It can be quite a hassle for parents, if they don’t take the necessary precautions and don’t plan things ahead of time in […]

Do Rear-View Cameras Really Prevent Backup Crashes?

Wed, 3/28/2018 - 6:53 pm by Kirsten Rincon

Accidents involving a motor vehicle hitting a pedestrian while moving in reverse are common. Usually, these “backover accidents” occur when a vehicle is getting out of a parking spot or exiting a driveway. Toddlers and kids under the age of […]

Not All Car Rental Counter Add-Ons Are Worth Paying For

Wed, 3/28/2018 - 5:14 pm by Kirsten Rincon

According to some estimates, add-ons make up around 10% of the total revenue for car rental companies. That’s why agents always try to pressure customers into purchasing various extras and upgrades for the car that don’t benefit drivers at all. […]

Do’s and Don’ts After Getting Pulled Over By A Cop

Tue, 3/27/2018 - 3:40 am by Kirsten Rincon

Getting pulled over by a police officer is a pretty common thing, and every driver has experienced it at one point in their lives. There are lots of reasons why a cop may decide to pull you over, and if […]

The Benefits of a Forgiveness Insurance Policy

Tue, 3/27/2018 - 11:53 pm by Kirsten Rincon

After a car accident, insurance companies can increase your premiums astronomically. In Massachusetts, the average driver will experience a 67% increase in their rates. This is equivalent to an extra $635 every year. For high risk drivers, rate hikes can […]