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  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...