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Self-Driving Vehicles Are The Future, and Here’s Why

Self-Driving Vehicles Are The Future, and Here’s Why

Photo by Austin Ramsey on Unsplash   It’s doubtful that the good old American driving experience will ever go out of fashion. There’s just something different about being the driver of your car. However, self-driving is also not a bad option, and as we are about to see, it’s a pretty popular one!   Why are self-driving cars so appealing? Accidents due to driving distractions have been skyrocketing in recent years. The average attention span of drivers is shrinking every couple of years, and we are getting more and more dependent on specific technologies to do our job for us. Why should self-driving be any different?   After all, if you are, let’s say, an ADHD-diagnosed person, wouldn’t se ... read more

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The Importance of Preventive Maintenance Before Holiday Road Trips

The Importance of Preventive Maintenance Before Holiday Road Trips

Photo by Enis Yavuz on Unsplash   Even if your car is slightly on the older side, preventive maintenance is a great way to keep your vehicle in top shape and increase its life exponentially. Just like most good things in life, however, you need to carry out this practice regularly to ensure that everything is running smoothly and that you truly save up money in the long run. Preventive maintenance is also essential for those of us who love to travel, as vehicle problems on the road are one of the most annoying and time-consuming events that can happen, especially during our “Well-planned out” holiday trips.    Although preventive maintenance might seem like a long and painful process, if done regularly, it is, in fact, both a li ... read more

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Three Reasons We Support Brakes For Breasts

Three Reasons We Support Brakes For Breasts

  Brakes for breasts has become one of the biggest charities in the USA, and its mission has captured the hearts of millions across America. In this article, we’ll present 3 (because if we presented all the reasons, we’d create a small novel!) reasons why Brakes For Breasts is a cause we support!   A cause bigger than themselves. Ever since humanity discovered cancer, it has been trying tirelessly to find the cure for it every day. Although we are not going to be the brilliant doctors who will discover the cure, we want to be a part of their mission and contribute whatever we can for their cause, regardless of the effort required.    Health above all. Every charity deserves applause, but it’s something else when you hear about an organization that tries to fight a deadly disease without selling your expensive medicine and confusing you with their jargon. A lot of good-willed organizations make the mistake to try to impress people with their know ... read more

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Hybrids vs. Gasoline Powered Vehicles

Hybrids vs. Gasoline Powered Vehicles

Photo by Christian Wiediger on Unsplash   In this day and age, with climate change wreaking havoc and gasoline still selling for a premium, we must be solutions-focused to survive. The automobile industry has begun to switch to more environmentally-friendly vehicles such as Hybrids and electric cars. However, are they the right fit for you? Even if we are hardcore environmentalists, we have to also recognize the fact that hybrids, for example, have high maintenance costs and are still pretty expensive for the average person.    That being said, in this article, we’ll present to you the pros and cons of hybrids and gasoline powered vehicles, so that, when time comes, you will be able to make the right choice and buy the right vehicle ... read more

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How To Protect Your Vehicle During Summer’s Sizzle

How To Protect Your Vehicle During Summer’s Sizzle

Photo by Mateo Giraud on Unsplash   Summer’s here! The scorching temperatures this season brings can harm your car’s long-term health in a big way, damaging the interior, as well as making you far too warm.   We want to arm you with some ideas to beat the summer heat! That is why we have prepared three common-sense suggestions to ensure you and your vehicle make it through the long hot summer ahead!   Park in a shady spot. Excessive sun exposure in the year’s hottest period can be devastating for your vehicle. It’s better to park your car in a further but cooler place than to park somewhere hotter to save a couple of minutes of walking. If you plan your trips out towards the morning and the evening ... read more

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