5 Essentials to Keep in Your Car’s Emergency Kit
Should your vehicle break down, you don’t want to be left in a dire situation. With a well-stocked emergency supply, you can rest assured that you’ll be able to navigate the situation without added risk. Read on for tips on what items to keep handy in your car, just in case you’re ever in need during an emergency situation.
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Compact cars are becoming more and more popular for a good reason. While they’re mostly known for having great gas mileage, it doesn’t hurt that their agility makes them easier to drive and fit in tight parking spaces. The 2020 Honda Fit is packed with many appealing details to accompany it’s ultra-sporty appearance. Check out everything that the 2020 Fit has to offer!
Fuel Economy
Whether your work commute is an hour drive, or your only travels include nearby stores – fuel efficiency is important. No matter the area you live in, gas prices are more likely to climb rather than dramatically decrease. You must always factor in fuel costs when purchasing a new vehicle. Fortunately, with this gas-powered compact, the fuel rating is comparable to a hybrid – or in other words, outstanding! Read the rest of this entry »
Located in southwest Virginia, Roanoke is both a great place to live and a wonderful travel destination. The city offers dozens of great places to eat with options for all lifestyles. If you’re in the area, check out these seven restaurants for fantastic takeout and delivery options!
1. River and Rail Restaurant
The River and Rail Restaurant is one of the city’s more upscale dining options. Although the daily menu rotates based on seasonal ingredients, diners can always find fresh southern-style meals. Visitors may want to make a reservation as the River and Rail is one of the premier eateries in the city. They also offer specialty cocktails from their fully stocked bar. Read the rest of this entry »
Roanoke, the Star City of the South, is the largest metro area in Western Virginia. The city is a hotspot for tourists because of attractions like the Taubman Museum of Art, Booker T. Washington National Monument, and the Hopkins Museum. Aside from these attractions, the city is an excellent place to shop for the holidays. Here’s why.
Valley View Mall
The mall is a one-stop-shop to eat, shop, and have a holiday experience. It is the largest indoor mall in the area, and there are lots of places to shop, including Old Navy, Bath and Body Works, and Barnes and Noble. Read the rest of this entry »
How to Protect Your Paint Job
Keep your investment looking new and dashing for as long as possible with the tips listed below! By protecting your paint job, you’ll increase your vehicle’s resale value. Find out how easy it is to take care of your car’s paint job below!
Get it Pressure Washed
Salt and road dirt build up on the undercarriage of the car when you drive on snowy, icy roads during the winter months. This is nearly impossible to see but can break loose as you’re driving and move around to other parts of the car. If this occurs, it can cause significant damage to your vehicle. Read the rest of this entry »
6 Ways to Save on Gas
No one wants to waste money – which is why the manner in which you drive can be so important. By following these simple tips, you can improve your car’s gas efficiency, saving you money in the long run! Read on for cost-cutting tips.
Develop Better Driving Habits
Rapid acceleration, speeding, and other forms of aggressive driving are not only a nuisance to other drivers, but they’re also costing you big. Stopping gradually and slowly accelerating from a stop can help cut fuel consumption by as much as 30 percent. When driving on the highway, turn on cruise control, as this handy feature will boost your vehicle’s gas mileage by a noticeable amount. As long as you take it easy and develop good driving habits, you’re already coming out ahead. Read the rest of this entry »
5 Common Car Myths to Stop Believing
We’ve all grown up hearing at least some of these recommendations from older drivers – but with advancements in technology and improvements to the various features of vehicles, they’re no longer tried-and-true fact. Read on for 5 of the common car myths that no longer apply:
Manual Transmissions Offer Better Gas Mileage
This myth persists because it once was true back when automatic transmissions were new, but this is no longer the case. Advances in technology, particularly with options like continuously variable transmission (CVT), offer a broader range of gear ratios, which is where manuals once had the edge. Today, automatic vehicles offer the same (or even better) fuel economy than their manual counterparts. Which one you end up buying all depends on your personal driving preference! Read the rest of this entry »
Shoppers looking for a capable, refined, fuel-efficient, and practical SUV have every reason to choose the 2020 Honda CRV. It is a well-rounded SUV offering an expansive cargo hold, fuel-efficient powertrains, an upscale cabin, spry acceleration, and loads of creature comforts and technologies. New for 2020 is a hybrid powertrain and a wide range of standard safety technologies to increase CR-V’s appeal in the current market.
Lively Engine
For 2020, Honda ditched CRV’s base 2.4L four-cylinder engine. Now the sole engine is a turbocharged 1.5L cranking 190 horsepower and 179 pound-feet of torque, paired with a competent CVT. It has ample power for daily driving and accelerates swiftly. A CR-V hybrid is available for eco-conscious shoppers and seduces with a smooth and unobtrusive ride. Read the rest of this entry »
