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  It Doesn't Have to Be a Hassle There can be many reasons you are in the market to purchase a new vehicle. Your current vehicle could be giving you problems and you are spending more time and money having it fixed than driving it. If you added up how much it cost to replace a part plus the labor and not to mention the hassle of figuring out how you will get to work, get the kids to school, or running everyday errands, it might not be as cost-efficient. Your family may be growing and you need to purchase a vehicle that will accommodate them. No matter the reason, buying a vehicle can be a hassle. There is the mind-numbing looking, the hours of waiting for credit approval, or the pesky salesperson who tries to sell you a vehicle you don’t want. A majority of us have experienced these things while car shopping or buying. So how do we get around this? Online Shopping Online buying is an amazing thing. You can purchase just about anything on the internet with such little effort. The sa...

  The Importance of Wearing Your Seatbelt When doing our research into buying a new vehicle, we shop around, go for a test drive, look into the car's history, find repair records, and other countless things. A few other things we look for might not be as important in the purchase process but more of a personal preference, such as color, whether it has Bluetooth, a sunroof, and so on. Either way, it is safe to say that we all want the same thing, to feel safe in our vehicle. When it comes to our safety, seat belts are one of the most important devices. They are important in our everyday lives to us and our passengers. While some incidents are rear-ended accidents, others are scarier. And what is more frightening is that in 2016 there were 37,461 people killed in motor accidents, and 48% of them were not wearing a seat belt. Not wearing or improperly wearing a seat belt can have fatal consequences, and to spread awareness, the State of Texas introduced the program Click it, or Ticket...

                                                 pinterest.com Upcycling Old Vehicles in Aiblene, TX We've all seen them, old cars collecting dust and rust. Cars are a big part of our lives, they hold memories of family vacations, show others our social status, are a part of our work life, or become an expensive collection. So what do you do with your vehicle when you can't drive it anymore or afford to have fix fixed. I guess you can send it to the car graveyard to live out the last of its day. OR, you could get creative and turn your old clunker or any car part into a useful piece of furniture, decorative art piece, lawn art, or barbecue. That is right! There are dozens of upcycling DIY instructions out there and we have a few. Here are 50 Ideas to Recycle An Old Car Into A Piece of Furniture thanks to  Flea Market Insiders . Some Interesting Ideas Cars Rec...

  Long-Lasting Vehicle-Tips Everyone knows it’s important to keep up with the basics of car care so that it doesn’t add up to big and costly problems. It is more important for older models as well. It can become expensive to take it to a mechanic for an issue you can take care of on your own.  CheatSheet  has come up with a few things you can do to keep your older car running for as long as possible. Care and Maintenance  If you have had your vehicle for a long time, chances are that you've taken care of it and don't really need tips. But if you just bought a used car for yourself or for your child, it is in your best interest to familiarise yourself with the different quirks that it can have. Luckily, when it comes to used vehicles, there is a plethora of information from current and former owners on the internet nowadays. Taking the time to look at this info can hopefully save you some heartache in the long run. A healthy car starts with clean oil. Keeping up with ...

  SELF DRIVING CARS Popular Mechanics - If you were like me growing up, the future looked like an episode of The Jetsons. As a kid, I thought the future what going to bring us talking watches, self-cooking ovens that prepare entire meals, closets that dress us at the push of a button, and of course flying cars. Well, we are not that far off. At the moment there is a possibility that we will see self-driving vehicles on our roads. This possibility has been on the horizon for the past few years, as companies like Tesla and Waymo have been focused on bringing autonomous vehicles to the market. In 2017, the U.S. House passed legislation that could accelerate the development of self-driving cars by allowing them to be driven in all 50 states. The Safely Ensuring Lives Future Deployment and Research In Vehicle Evolution Act (SELF DRIVE) exempts automakers from some safety standards that aren't relevant to autonomous vehicles and permits selling up to 25,000 cars per year without needing ...

  Manual Transmission Gearshift Manual Shift Food for Thought In today's day in age,  manual transmissions  seem to be a dying breed, so to speak. I admit that automatic transmissions have a certain appeal to them since they are so easy to use. However, they do tend to have more problems when it comes to the mechanics of how they work. Still, the sheer ease of their usage tips the scales in favor of the majority of most people. Interestingly, since it is rare to see a manual transmission anymore, some side effects have arisen.  The first side effect that comes to my mind is that it's not easy to find someone below the age of 30 that knows how to drive one. For quite some time, I drove a late 90s model Ford Explorer that had a stick shift and it seemed to be one of a kind. Everyone who sat in the SUV with me noticed right off the bat that it's different, and they commented about how weird it is to see a stick shift in that particular model. I guess because I have driv...

  Classic Features Classic Features in Cars You Won’t See Today Who knows what kids will reminisce about years from now about their first car. Heck, there’s a chance vehicle won’t run on gasoline anymore, and that is something they will look back on and find nostalgic. Vehicles can start with the push of a button on your keychain, you can open the hatchback with the swipe of your foot, and heated seats (my personal favorite) are just a few features you can find in cars today. Here are a few classic features you won’t see today but were the best. Oldies and Goodies One of my favorites, bench seats. For some reason, I always thought they were fun as a kid, but looking back now, I realize how horrible they really were. Being squished between two adults was actually uncomfortable during long rides. I guess as a kid, you feel the front seat was larger than it really was, and sometimes you had it all to yourself- that’s fun. I’m sure several teenage boys took advantage of the seat design...

  Accommodating a Growing Family Let’s face it, growing a family is not always easy and sometimes not planned. There are times when we think we are done having children and then there are times you get an unexpected surprise. Although this news may come as a shock, it is definitely a blessing. Planned or not, a problem you may face is not having a vehicle large enough to accommodate your new addition. If you have a vehicle that only seats 5 people and you already have three children then it’s likely you do not have room for another one. There are other circumstances, other than pregnancy, that will unexpectedly cause your family to grow. But either way, you could find yourself needing a larger vehicle. Owning a larger vehicle can offer your family space and room for their belongings. Consider Getting an SUV Whether you are traveling for a vacation or need to load up for day to day errands, a larger vehicle will benefit everyone. There is no fun in traveling while being crammed in a...

  Buying a Truck That Fits Your Needs Vehicles are sometimes like toys for adults. We spend months researching and looking for the perfect vehicle that not only fits all of our physical needs but also is visually appealing. We want to absolutely love the vehicle that we are driving. There are so many accessories out there to individualize any vehicle also helps to dictate our choice. Pickup trucks are one of the easiest and most pleasurable vehicles to customize. You can start simply with new rims and wide tires, or an upgraded lift kit. Though these are not just cosmetic upgrades, they are actually practical upgrades as well. If you like to do a lot of off-roading, then a lift kit may actually be a necessity. Regardless of the upgrades that you give to your pickup truck, you need to start with a "canvas" that you really like. How to Choose Your Canvas Do your research to see which pickup truck fits you best. Not only should it meet your taste, but your budget as well. There ...

Tire Maintenance After spending all that time researching and negotiating for that perfect vehicle, there comes the time for regular maintenance to keep it in tip-top performance. One thing most of us overlook is the tires. Rotating your tires as part of your regularly scheduled vehicle maintenance can have several benefits. It can improve gas mileage, provide a smoother ride, and prolong your vehicle’s suspension components. Checking the air pressure once a month can improve the wear on the tires as well and can reduce the potential for a blowout or flat. Here are a few guidelines to follow to help prolong the life of your tires and to maintain a better fuel economy in your vehicle provided by  J.D. Power . Check Your Tire Pressure To check tire pressure, use an air pressure gauge. These inexpensive items are available at auto parts stores, gas stations, or in the automotive section of department stores. You should consult your owner's manual or the label inside the driv...

Ford Motor Company The Ford Motor Company has seen it all since Henry Ford opened the Ford Motor Company in 1902. From producing vehicles for the public to helping with military equipment, going through some rough times in the past, and to some financial problems. The company has proven to be a brand that plans on sticking around for a long time. Here are a few interesting facts that many have not worked out and some that we still see today. Ford Facts Ford was the first company to manufacture and sell cars. Their first model, the Model A, sold for $850 and only hit a max speed of 30 mph.  The Ford assembly line was devised after Henry Ford got the idea from a pig-slaughtering plant.  They offered better pay to their employees offering double the market average pay at $5 a day.  While the first Ford was sold in 1903 to Dr. Pfennig (Ford’s current CEO, Jim Hackett, owns it today), the iconic Ford logo was first introduced in 1907.  Many may not know that H...

Distracted Driving Distracted driving is a serious concern that kills 9 people every day and injures more than 1,000. It has become one of the country's major concerns, especially now that more drivers are distracted by their phones. But, distracted driving is not only caused by texting while driving. Distracted driving is when the driver is not fully paying attention to the road. They could be messing around with the radio, eating or drinking, grooming themselves, or playing with their pet/kids. Any time your mind is not focused on the road, you are distracted. We all do and think it is no big deal, our eyes were off the just for a few seconds. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, you take your eyes off the road for about 5 seconds to send a text. During that time, you can drive the length of a football field going 55 miles per hour. A lot can happen during that short time. Helpful and Life-Saving Tips This can all be avoided. AAA has a few tips to help us ...

What Is Your Dream Car? When we were younger, we all daydreamed about what perfect car we would be driving. Many of us saw ourselves owning a Camaro, Mustang, Charger, or several other fancy sports cars. But life happens, and many of us are forced to give up on the dream of ever owning our dream car. There are times when we might need a vehicle that best suits our current situation, whether it be we need a car for a home business or to transport our family. So that's when a two-door Camaro is not quite efficient for a family of five. You grow up, mature, possibly get married and start a family. This is when you may find your dream of owning a sports car being put on the back burner, so to speak. It does not mean that you must completely give up on this dream, but most of us are forced to prioritize and do what’s best for our family. So if a third-row seating SUV is what is needed to accommodate our family, then that is what we buy. This does not mean however that the dream of...

Family Fun Family Fun Day A family fun day is typically spent on a Saturday and is a day that is spent with not only your family but your extended family. This day could start with cooking breakfast while waiting for the rest of the family to come over to join the fun. Afterward, they all get together to decide what activities they will be doing that day. A trip to the Botanical Gardens for a picnic, a visit to the local aquarium, or a group activity like miniature golf are great ideas. Whatever they come up with, there is, for sure, going to be quite a few family members traveling together. It can be challenging to fit everyone into one vehicle comfortable, and sometimes taking two cars is not an option. And the thought of riding together is more fun anyway. This is when a third-row seating vehicle comes in handy. Purchasing a third-row seating vehicle was probably one of the best decisions a family can make to accommodate these family fun days. Which SUV is Right for You Thi...

It Can Wait Driving Your Car Safely If you live in West Texas, you are pretty much used to driving long distances to get where you need to go. In a state as large as Texas, unless you live in a metropolitan area, you will do so much driving that you inevitably lose sight of how dangerous it can be. While there are many factors that lead to wrecks, distracted driving is quickly growing as one of the leading causes of automotive collisions.  What Constitutes Distracted Driving? The answer tot hat question is complex and simple all at once. Basically, anything that takes your eyes or attention off the road for an extended period could be considered a distraction. If you are eating or drinking, smoking, using GPS or a cellphone, or even fiddling with the radio, you are distracting yourself from the road. Rubbernecking is another form of distraction, as well. Even though there are so many different forms of distracted driving, one stands out above all others; cellphone us...

Safe Road Trip Holiday Road Trips That time has fallen upon us; the time of long drives, scattered meals from convenience stores, and that dreaded question repeatedly asked, “Are we there yet?” Driving miles to see extended family members or a simple family vacation, getting to your destination safely is your number one priority. No matter your destination, it is always best to do some research and take care of your vehicle before hitting the road. Things to Check and To Keep in Mind During this time of year, weather conditions, limited daylight, and drivers who are traveling in unfamiliar areas can cause trouble during your drive. A few things you can do for safe travels is planning ahead. Check the weather before heading out, map out your drive, and look for construction work, detours, or closed roads. Get a good night's rest. You should plan your trip allowing enough stops for rest or breaks to stretch your legs. Eating decent meals and drinking plenty of water ma...

Road Trip Car Games for the Kids Car trips with children can be dreadful. My parents left early in the morning on purpose to that my brother and I slept most of the trip. I’ll admit, we do the same with our boys, not ashamed. But a cheap and mostly free way to keep the kiddies happy is road games. I know, most of us just put a movie on and pray you didn’t forget the charger. But there are times that not even the kids want to watch something, they would rather do something interactive instead. Mimitime came up with a list of games to keep you and the kids entertained, and you just might learn something new about each other. Car Games I Spy is a classic that’s easy for preschoolers to understand, and it WILL keep them entertained for a long time. The directions are simple: One person spies something and recites the line, ending in a clue. Everyone else takes turns trying to guess the mystery item. Road Trip Bingo is another fun classic. You might need to spend a little more t...

Drivers Education Courses In Texas, there are choices to choose from when it comes to drivers ed. DriversEd.com provides education options that make it easy and inexpensive for you to take. So whether you’re interested in Parent-Taught Drivers Education or Professional Instructor-Led Drivers Education, you’re sure to find a program that works for you and your family. We’ll discuss the difference between them both and how DriversEd can help. Parent-Taught Drivers Education Parent-Taught Drivers Education (PTDE) is for teens between the ages of 14 and 17 to take the theory part online and complete the driving portion behind the wheel with a parent. Families decide to go this route because it puts the parents in control, and they’re with them every step of the way. But parents need to understand that as their teen's instructor, parents must be responsible and supervise the entire process. This includes the theoretical portion online and the practical portion which will take ...

Keeping Your Car Clean Owning a car comes with a lot of responsibility. And managing your car can become expensive, you need to register it, buy insurance, and maintain it. Another one of those responsibilities is keeping your vehicle clean, inside and out. With so many products and car care advice out there, it can be hard to pick what is right for your vehicle. Below are a few myths and facts that you may have wondered about, such as types of car soap, supplies, and other topics. This or That There might have come a time that you were out of car soap or heard from someone that dish detergent will clean your car. Well, it would CLEAN your vehicle, but dish detergent will actually speed up oxidation on the paint, and it will lead to a degradation of the paint job. A shiny car isn’t necessarily a clean car. To honestly know if your vehicle is clean, you should feel the paint to see if it feels glossy and not coarse. If it feels more like sandpaper, then the car isn’t clean, a...

Phantom Car The Black Volga I came across this interesting story on hauntevehicles.com , and it shouldn't surprise me that there is a haunted vehicle out there in the world. We have haunted houses, dolls, roads, even clothing. The story takes place in the 1960s and 1970s Soviet Union during a time when life was lived in constant fear, the Cold War was looming, and the government was failing. But, another fear struck the people of the Soviet Union, a mythical, legendary vehicle that evoked sheer terror at the very mention of it: The Black Volga. The Black Volga was well known across the nation as stories were whispered and imaginations aroused. Even to this day, no one knows who was driving the high-end limousine. Some believed it was driven by a priest or nuns, while others believed that it was driven by Satan worshippers or even the devil himself. Regardless of the mystery, when the Black Volga appeared, bad things happened. The sleek car was a very high-end limousine ...