Changing a flat tire

You’re driving along a city road on a cool winter’s day when you catch a last-second glimpse of a puddle. You wince as your vehicle slams into what is actually a deep, jagged pothole disguised by a pool of the season’s precipitation. You hope against hope that your tire is okay, but alas, you hear the dreaded FLAP, FLAP, FLAP as you roll forward, the steering wheel jerking awkwardly in your grip. You don’t have roadside assistance, so you’re going to have to take care of this problem yourself. If you follow these steps for changing a flat tire, you should be back on the road before you know it.

How do I Activate Sport Mode in a 2015 Ford F-150?

We love all Ford vehicles, but even we have to admit that we have a special place in our heart for the Ford F-150, especially the newest 2015 aluminum model. The lighter body allows it to do what no other truck can, while still retaining the power of its predecessors. The 2015 Ford F-150 has a special mode borrowed from the 2015 Ford Mustang that gives you a highly responsive control over the road. Read the rest of this entry >>

When it comes to buying a new car, or even a high quality used vehicle, color is important. Here are our top five practical car color considerations to help you make that choice.

What boils in the summertime?

A black car is definitely the worst choice if you’re sensitive to sweltering summer days. While no color is immune from roasting temperatures, white and lighter-colored cars are less likely to boil you alive when you get back in.

What helps avoid accidents?

There hasn’t been much conclusive research, but white cars show a very small decrease for daytime accidents. So, if you want to be sure they see you coming as soon as possible, so you can stay out of the shop, white or a brighter color may be the best option for you. Try to avoid highway-colored vehicles. Read the rest of this entry >>