fact or fiction
Is it fact or merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the myths and beliefs we hold about gas guzzlers, self-driving cars and our on-road lives.
The Fast and the Faster
Along time ago when my sister lived in Butte, Montana with me and our mother and step dad, we had these awesome, amazing cars. Kerri had a 1966 Mustang Coupe that had a 302 in it. I had the 1968 Fastback Mustang, it just had a regular straight six cylinder in it.
By Casey Keller6 years ago in Wheel
5 Ride-Share Horror Stories
Ride-share services have become quite the norm. People would much rather call an Uber or Lyft driver than an old fashioned taxi. However, Uber specifically does not do a background check on their employees or meet them for an interview prior to hiring them (currently). The requirements Uber drivers need to meet are not steep, and most people with a car that was made in the last decade can apply and expect to be hired. But how safe really are these ride-share services? You decide.
By Dani Hendrix6 years ago in Wheel
New or Used? What You Need To Know Before Buying Your Family Car
The benefit of purchasing a fresh new vehicle is you buy a vehicle that usually comes with a certainty. In the first few years, most fresh vehicles will have very few renovations, so you can only concentrate on vehicle servicing. The retailer may also give reduced interest rate funding, which may lower the quantity of interest you receive over the loan's lifetime. These are the most fundamental benefits. Another benefit is that the new vehicles will be equipped with the recent technology, meaning you can discover vehicles with further gas mileage and reduced emissions.
By Damien Justus6 years ago in Wheel
Rag in the Gas Tank
So, back in the eighties, a contractor I knew bought a truck from the auction. He did a lot of driving in remote areas, loved his newer model truck, took good care of it, and it never gave him any problems. He had a small crew; guys came and went, but at a certain point, he ran into financial difficulties and had to lay a couple guys off. He had trouble making payroll. Eventually, he got back on track and his business expanded.
By Allan Kalynchuk7 years ago in Wheel
Severe Dangers of Texting While Driving
Do you know that words can kill? Receiving and texting messages while driving will do just that. Modern devices like smartphones connected people more than ever, with voice calls, receiving and texting messages, video conferencing and other ways of communicating from almost anywhere. Unfortunately, this positive development for society also poses a danger to the cell phone patron, if not properly utilized. Too many people disregard the advice on the dangers of texting anddriving, resulting in an alarming rate of cell phone distraction accidents.
By Mike Johnson7 years ago in Wheel
Things NOT to Say After You Meet with a Car Accident
Car accidents can happen for a variety of reasons, from what could be a result of faulty driving to an oil slick on the road. But it is important to remember that there are certain things that you should not say after you have been in a car accident. Do remember that there are two parties involved in an accident and that you should first check yourself to see if you have been hurt as a result of the accident. If you have not been seriously injured, then you need to take care to make sure that you do not say certain things, post the accident. Read on to learn more.
By Eada Hudes7 years ago in Wheel
Canadian and American Car Accident Law: What You Need to Know
When two countries share a border, as big as the one between Canada and the United States, it’s not surprising that a lot of traffic flows between them. Whichever side of the border you hail from, if you’re going back and forth by car, you should know some major differences in car accident laws.
By Casey Chesterfield7 years ago in Wheel
The Wonderful World of Car Accidents
You are driving down the road. You are a new driver and you couldn't be more excited to adventure the roads and see what the world of cars has to offer. This is something that we all can relate to, being lucky enough to be able to grow up with something that has four wheels an engine and a steering wheel.
By Lucas Todesco7 years ago in Wheel
Ride at Your Own Risk: Uber and Lyft Accidents Increase in Major Cities Across the US
It's hard to find statistics for rideshare accidents. There is little to no documentation available. This is odd, considering that city streets are seeing an influx of vehicles due to these services. They allow drivers to be entrepreneurs and for riders to go out on weekends and not worry about getting a DUI. Yet, over the past eight years, there's been an increase in motor vehicle accidents and fatalities. The elephant in the room remains: “When a rideshare accident occurs, who is at fault and how do you recover compensation for personal injuries?”
By Jarrod Miller-Dean7 years ago in Wheel
10 Reasons Your Car Is Making a Grinding Noise When You Brake
If you own a car, you are going to have some issues with it eventually. One of the issues that comes up frequently is your car making a grinding noise when you brake. This is a pretty common issue that’s usually attributed to normal wear and tear.
By Mike Mavenful7 years ago in Wheel
