Archive for 'Cars'
Ford Owners: EcoBoost Engine Loses Power on Acceleration
May 16, 2013 - Drivers in Ohio and Louisiana are suing Ford over what they say are defective engines. More than 100 people have complained, one lawsuit says.
14 Traffic Tickets That Can Raise Insurance Rates
May 10, 2013 - Some traffic tickets can raise your auto insurance premiums by 22 percent or even more. Here's how various violations could affect your rates.
Why I Bought a New Car Instead of a Used One
May 09, 2013 - No, this was not a silly impulse buy, but a well-reasoned decision.
11 Top Excuses Traffic Cops Hear
Apr 30, 2013 - A new survey by Insurance.com ranks popular excuses drivers give to police when stopped for a potential violation.
Owning a Car Costs 2 Percent More This Year
Apr 26, 2013 - A new analysis from AAA says the average cost to own and drive a sedan is $9,122 per year.
Un-Total Your Wrecked Car
Apr 24, 2013 - Sometimes it's not in your best interest to let the insurance company declare your damaged vehicle a total loss.
Hands-Free Texting Is Dangerous Too
Apr 23, 2013 - We know that texting while driving isn't safe. But neither is using a voice-to-text app, new research says.
Beware of Unwanted Rental Car Insurance Charges
Apr 16, 2013 - Even if you say you don't need rental car insurance, the extra charges may be applied anyway. You can avoid them with a careful eye.
How to Fight a Traffic Ticket
Apr 12, 2013 - Got a ticket? Here's how to put the brakes on the bad consequences.
Take 5: A Roundup of Reads From Around the Web
Apr 05, 2013 - A look at five interesting personal finance posts from other bloggers around the Web. This week: avoiding regrets, when to get a safe deposit box, nine bad money habits, who should pay on dates, and five questions to ask before buying a used car.
9 Ways to Put the Brakes on Car Insurance Bills
Apr 03, 2013 - When was the last time you gave your car insurance a tune-up? If you're overdue, you might be overpaying. Here's a list of ways to make your insurance purr like a kitten.
Could You Pass a Driver’s Test? Many Can’t
Apr 03, 2013 - Hopefully Americans are better at driving than they are at test-taking.
The 4 Best Ways to Stretch Your Income
Feb 28, 2013 - Finding extra money means keeping track of the little things. But there are also big things you can do that will definitely make you richer. Here are four examples.
Your Smartphone Might Cause a Wreck
Feb 25, 2013 - Not from texting: Because of poor government planning in the quest for smarter cars.
4 Top Fuel-Efficient Cars for 2013
Feb 25, 2013 - Looking to save money on gas and buy a new car this year? These models are all on the cheap side and save you money at the pump to boot.
