DMV.com Distracted Driving Study

Mon, 11/6/2017 - 8:02 pm by Kirsten Rincon

The DMV.com Distracted Driving Study was developed to better understand the behaviors and attitudes of U.S. drivers in regards to distracted driving. The purpose of the study is to give academics, NGOs, and lawmakers more data to develop appropriate laws […]

A Look at the SEMA Auto Show

Sun, 11/5/2017 - 10:21 pm by Kirsten Rincon

SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) is an association founded in 1963, which represents a network of manufacturers, retailers, car clubs, race teams, car dealers and auto restorers. The association famously organizes an aftermarket product trade show at the Las Vegas […]

Gallon of Gas Costs Less than $3 for the First Time in Four Years

Sat, 11/4/2017 - 10:24 pm by Kirsten Rincon

In December 2010, the nationwide average price of gasoline went over the $3 a gallon mark in the first time after a while, and it seemed that it will never go below that threshold again. Growing global demand and unrest […]

Do women pay higher car insurance rates than men?

Wed, 11/1/2017 - 2:57 am by Kirsten Rincon

Even though most experts agree that men have significantly higher chances of being involved in car accidents, studies show that women are, in fact, being charged higher auto insurance rates. The Consumer Federation of America (CFA) released a statement last […]

Voice-Controlled Systems Create Driver Distractions, Study Shows

Sun, 10/29/2017 - 9:36 pm by Kirsten Rincon

In an effort to prevent distracted driving – which has become one of the leading causes of car accidents in the U.S. in recent years – car makers are increasingly installing voice-controlled infotainment systems in vehicles, allowing drivers to control […]

Souped Up Cars

Sun, 10/29/2017 - 8:13 pm by Kirsten Rincon

Most men like fast, sharp-looking cars that produce a strong, thunderous sound. That can be achieved in several ways. You can modify the car’s body, color, the audio system and the whole under-the-hood area. You can do pretty much anything […]