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Growing up in Southern California, the car-driving capital of America, teenagers are focused on getting their driver's licenses and then getting their own cars. Everyone has a story about that first car, and most people aim toward the day they can buy their first new car. The showrooms are sparkling, the lots full of shiny new cars, and the sales people are eager to sell. But, what shou... read more »

Getting your car ready for the summer months can be very similar to getting your car ready for the winter months. But there are some differences. Change the oil and change the viscosity The viscosity is the thickness of the oil. In the hot summer months you'll want to use an oil that is thicker than the oil that you used in the winter. Because the hotter oil gets the thinner it gets. You w... read more »

If you are a poor college student, you are probably juggling many responsibilities. In addition to taking a full load of classes, you might be holding down a full or part time job to help with expenses. Even if your parents are paying part of your tuition, there are still so many other expenses to consider. However, some of the best ways to manage money are just common sense. Here are a few t... read more »

Old Man Winter has been hitting many parts of our country with a vengeance. Some areas of the country have gotten feet, not inches, of snow! In order to make roads passable, many counties and municipalities use salt on the roads, instead of sand or cinders. If you are one of the many individuals who lives in an area with heavily salted roads, you know that your car is going to end up looking wh... read more »

If you're disorganized and have a lot of clutter in your home or office, there is a good chance that your car will also be a mess. If your vehicle always looks like a tornado went through it, then you need some help organizing and cleaning up the chaotic debris. Depending on what you do for a living, you may spend more time in your car than you do in your house, but you may neglect the... read more »

The economy is picking up and springtime is just around the corner. This is when consumers begin to look for new cars to replace the clunkers they've been driving. Although savvy shoppers can get some incredible bargains on both new and used cars at this time, an automobile is still a major expense that usually requires a loan - even if the dealership accepts a trade-in as part of the deal... read more »

Transporting pets can be stressful and frustrating for everybody involved. Getting a cat in a cage is sort of like wrangling a crocodile. It's exhausting, time consuming, and you have to watch out for the pointy ends. With time and patience, you can get your cat comfortable with being in a cage and riding in a car without hours of running around the house with a giant net (and a subsequent ... read more »

It is always a good idea to have the name and telephone number of a trustworthy and reputable car mechanic before the need for one arises. Today's cars are much more high-tech than those from the past, with sophisticated electronic ignitions and advanced and complicated engines and carburetion. The training that today's mechanics need in order to service late-model cars, is extensive ... read more »

After housing, taxes, and childcare, automotive costs and transportation expenses are the largest expense for most households. How can you save money on automotive expenses? 1. Determine the cost of a moderately priced, gently used car. This is what you should get, both to save money when the car does need to be replaced. 2. If a car starts to need large repairs, do not rush out and buy a n... read more »