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Q&A: Do you think an extended warranty from ‘Car Shield’ is a good deal?

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Question from Lisa:  I have a Jeep Wrangler that has about 30,000 miles on it. The manufacturer’s warranty will be expiring in a few months.

I just learned that I’ll soon have to start doing a lot of traveling for my job and I’m concerned about my car breaking down and leaving me stuck with a big repair bill.

I like this car a lot and I’d really like to get some kind of extended warranty on it. I’ve been seeing the commercials for Car Shield and they claim to cover anything that can go wrong.

My question: Is Car Shield a good deal?

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How to keep your car’s battery from going dead if you’re not driving much due to Covid-19

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Are you staying at home most of the time these days due to the Coronavirus pandemic?

If so, you need to take precautions to prevent your car’s battery from going dead while the car sits idle in your driveway or garage.

I was reminded of this just this morning when I read a post by one of my friends on Facebook.

It turns out that she had only made two or three short car trips during the past couple of months.

She tried starting the car this morning to drive to the grocery store only to discover that the battery was dead.

And we all know what a bummer that can be!

Luckily, this is a very easy problem to prevent…

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This one simple tip can greatly reduce your chances of being involved in an auto accident

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Have you ever driven past an auto accident and wondered if the people involved were seriously injured, perhaps even fatally?

If so, chances are seeing that “wreck” prompted you to start driving a little slower than usual (at least for a while) due to the fear of being caught up in a crash yourself.

The sad truth is auto accidents result in millions of injuries and deaths each and every year.

But did you know that simply driving with your headlights on will lower your risk of getting hit by another vehicle by 10%?

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Tires are expensive. Here are 4 tips for making yours last as long as possible.

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Do you own a vehicle? If so, it’s a sure bet that you know how expensive it is to replace worn out or damaged tires.

Depending on the vehicle, a new set of tires can cost anywhere from 200 dollars to several thousand dollars once you pay to have them installed.

Even on the low end, that’s a lot of money!

Luckily, there are things you can do to make your vehicle’s expensive tires last as long as possible: [Read more…]

Planning a road trip? Take along a wide mouth water bottle filled with ice!

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Are you planning to take a road trip in the not-so-distant future?

If so, you’ll need to make sure you stay hydrated on your trip in order to maintain your health and stay alert while you’re driving.

I take frequent 2-3 hour trips and I often find that I get thirsty along the way. I’m guessing you do as well.

You might be tempted to stop along the way and pick up a soft drink to sip on while you drive, but I have a suggestion for you…

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