DRIVE AN OLD CAR? AUTO INSURANCE YOU MIGHT NOT NEED

*Spend a few minutes on line every few years to compare rates.
*Before buying a new car, find out the cost to insure!
*Consider buying homowners and auto from the same firm to lower premiums even more.
*Always ask what discounts are available. You may be able to do something quick and easy to lower your insurance costs.

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A Breathalyzer For Pot is coming soon!
While that's great news for folks with glaucoma and/or the entire Phish catalog, it's creating some headaches for law enforcement. That's because there's no easy way for officers to gauge marijuana impairment like they do drunkenness -- at least not yet. Researchers at Washington State University are trying to change that with devices that analyze breath, much like the breathalyzers commonly used to measure sobriety.

The good news for WSU scientists is that the technology needed to achieve their goals already exists. The spectrometers that can identify THC -- pot's psychoactive element -- in a person's breath are very similar to those used for other things, like spotting explosives at airport screening sites
The bad news is that the first versions of these weed-sniffing devices won't be very precise. WSU professor Herbert Hill says that they won't be able to determine the amount of THC present in a person's breath; they'll only indicate whether THC is there or not, which could lead police and other law enforcement officials to carry out additional tests.

. See as the guy keep arms akimbo dey concentrate like say na dope him dey smoke.

Customizing your vehicle: Yes or No? Adding a body kit or exhaust system can personalize a vehicle, but will consequently reduce the pool of buyers interested in purchasing it when you’re ready to move on. Even worse, aftermarket modifications and accessories can interfere with a car’s warranty. Above all, car owners concerned with retaining value should steer clear of add-ons that alter power train or safety equipment.

In today's cars, we are seeing keys that have capabilities beyond their owner's knowledge. Microprocessor technology has taken the simple car key and made it into a mobile database.

Keys now carry user information such as radio station presets, HVAC settings, rear-view mirror and seat positions, service mileage, and date of your last dealer visit.
If you ever come across an old key belonging to a vehicle that was once in the family, stop and consider that the automotive ignition is no longer what it used to be. The whole transition has taken place right before our eyes, with changes so subtle that only after long consideration will one realize just how much they really have changed.

Old car keys used to be stamped by the thousands and then notched in a certain way to interact with the tumblers in the key cylinder. The doors also required a key to lock and unlock the latch. That was pretty much it for anti-theft and security.

Check out the top 10 mistakes while cleaning your car!

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Energy Saving Tips for you today!

1) Keep your car tires properly inflated. Tires that are under-inflated reduce performance and require more gas. Keep them properly inflated to increase your gas mileage.

2) Plan your trips. Combine your errands into a single outing so you can avoid making multiple round trips.

3) Maintain your vehicle. Changing your oil and replacing the oil filter will improve fuel economy, and keeping your car well-tuned will help you save about 10 percent more gasoline.

4) Avoid lengthy idling. If you have to stop somewhere for more than one minute it’s more efficient to turn off the engine rather than letting it idle.

5) Lighten your load. Hauling heavy items reduces fuel economy. If you don’t need to take a heavy object with you on a trip, leave it at home.

Source: http://www.gracelinks.org/3184/energy-saving-tips-for-car-owners

10 tips for those buying a used car
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rYvaxeQfwS0

Some Don'ts for Tire Buyers

DON'T spend too little on your tires.
Cheap, poorly-designed tires can make for longer stopping distances and less control in an emergency maneuver. All tires have traction ratings (AA, A, B or C) stamped right on the tire itself -- buy tires with an A or AA rating.

DON'T spend too much on your tires.
As with most things, a name brand on a tire costs more. Well-known name brands do tend to provide a consistently high level of quality, but there are lesser-known tire manufacturers that produce excellent products at lower prices.

Lose Weight Driving to Work - exercising in your car!
It’s the New Year, and you know what that means… time to implement those New Years resolutions! You can stretching, do some bicep curls and dance, drink a lot of water and make that dreadful commute to work a little more fun

How to Get Rid of a Junk Car?
First, research and Know the Market Value of Your Car
It is extremely helpful to know the Kelley Blue Book value of your car, even though it is damaged. This will help you to evaluate the junkyard’s offer to you. Prices follow no set market rules. Each offer always depends on the condition of your car parts and the owner of the junk yard. Two junk yards in the same town could make separate offers, and one could offer twice as much as the other. It benefits every car owner to shop around.
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Please Dont Text and Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rClJW9gnchc

2015 Model: Subaru BRZ

Body Styles: Premium, Limited 2-door coupe
Drive Configuration: Rear
Engines: 2.0L H-4
Transmissions: M6, A6
Assembly Location: Gunma, Japan

What’s New for ‘15
Suspension damping is revised for improved handling and ride.
A “Series.Blue” limited-edition model offers exclusive design and features.

2015 Model: Subaru Forester

Body Styles: 2.5i, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Touring, 2.0XT Premium, 2.0XT Touring 4-door CUV
Drive Configuration: All-wheel
Engines: 2.0L Turbocharged H-4; 2.5L H-4
Transmissions: M6, CVT
Assembly Location: Ota City, Japan

What’s New for ‘15
A rearview camera is standard.

When heat drives you to distraction, the last thing you need is a malfunctioning air #conditioning (A/C) system when you’re on the road. Checking the A/C once a year is key to making sure your #cooling system is running efficiently all year long. A properly running #HVAC system will help improve your #gas mileage, is more environmentally-friendly and will keep you calm as you #drive on

Get Better Mileage

Be a Smooth Operator - no rushing,

Use Your Cruise Control - control to help conserve gas,

Don’t Let Her Idle - Idling actually uses three times more fuel than starting your vehicle,

Get ‘Em Inflated If your tires are too low, it’s definitely going to throw off your gas mileage.

Take the Best Route This may sound silly, but your tank will definitely stay fuller if you plan ahead and take the smartest route

Get Rid of Tough Stains with Ease

It happens to even the most careful drivers once in a while. You’re in a rush to get to the office, so you decide to drink your morning coffee on the way. Add speed and a little distraction to the mix because you’re worried about making it to that morning meeting on time and you have the perfect recipe for stains. Keep a few simple household items at the ready in your trunk and you’ll be well prepared the next time it happens.

For Leather Seats: After sopping up the worst of the spill with a few paper towels, dampen a soft towel with water plus a drop of laundry detergent. Gently clean the stain working from the outside in.

For Upholstery: Spray the stain with a special mix of two parts water to one part white vinegar. Blot with a paper towel. Repeat until the stain is lifted away.

You can also make short work of oil or gasoline stains that migrate onto your car’s floors on your shoes using a little laundry detergent.

The actions truck drivers take while behind the wheel could go a long way toward keeping everyone on the road safe. These activities include:

*Driving defensively.
*Maintaining the right amount of distance between a truck and the other vehicles around it.
*Keeping an eye on blind spots for other vehicles that may not be aware that they are danger areas.
*Staying alert in work zones.

Six tips to pass your driver’s test
*Be pedantic
*Don’t panic if it rains
*Always be aware
*The dreaded yard
*Stay calm
*Don’t let them trick you!

Five Don’ts When Washing Your Car

1. Don’t wash your car when it’s baking hot: Heat causes the soap and water to dry fast, leaving streaks on the paint.
2.Don’t use a household detergent to wash your car.
3.Wash your car ASAP when stuff lands on the paint.
4.Don’t use abrasive materials when washing.
5.Rinse out the sponge often.

Make a Car Air Freshener
Making a homemade car air freshener can be a fun project for you and your kids. You can pick and choose flavors, colors, and fragrances to suit your mood. Plus, because you made it yourself, you know exactly what’s in the tube of air freshener that will be placed in your car, thereby avoiding any allergic reactions later on.

The 6 Worst Towing Mistakes

1. Not knowing your ratings
2. Not checking the local regulations
3. Forgetting to put on the brakes (and the wires)
4. Loading your cargo improperly
5. Forgetting you’re towing a trailer
6. Not checking tire pressure

Hyundai i20 Crossover to launch on March 9
Hyundai is preparing for its new 2015 Hyundai Verna facelift, which is supposed to be launched in March. According the industry sources, the Elite i20 Cross will follow the Verna. It will be a big boost and at the same time a challenge for the company to launch two cars back-to-back.

Pets Auto Safety

In 2013, the nonprofit organization, the Center for Pet Safety (CPS), tested a number of dog car harness brands. The brand they found to be the safest was the ClickIt brand. The AllSafe brand was not far behind. There was only one issue that kept it from ranking the best. The tether allowed the dog to launch off the seat in the crash test simulation.

The Do’s & Don’ts of Car Rental

*DO use smaller companies
*DO choose the right vehicle
*DO designate one driver:

*DON’T wait until last minute to book:
*DON’T overlook insurance
*DON’T forget to ask about fees

DO inspect the car before signing anything