In a couple weeks, we'll be taking a family road trip. It's early in the season for us but we do it often and the kids love it. There are things I always make sure to pack before heading out on a short or long road trip. So after taking my car in to get checked over by the dealership, here is what I load up into my car for trips. Smartphone- Your smartphone can help in many ways! It can help you navigate to where you need to go (and find fun places to stop). It can help you get help if you ... View the Post

It is officially spring! I'm so excited for warm temps and the flowers to come back. I mean, I don't know about you but the warmth we've had the last couple of days is so welcoming. However, with a new season brings new issues when it comes to driving. Here are a couple of tips to be sure to drive safe this and every spring. Go around Potholes It seems the city has been working on filling the potholes as soon as the weather started changing. However, deep potholes can throw your car out of ... View the Post

Tires are an important part of your car. They are just as important as the brakes. You could have brand new brakes but old tires won't help the car stop as efficiently as it should. When tire treads are worn, your vehicle may be unable to handle weather conditions like rain and snow. Here are some ways to check to see if you need new tires. Check your tire tread With President Lincoln's head pointed down, insert a penny into the grooves on your tire tread. If any part of Lincoln's head is ... View the Post

I personally have never loved driving in the rain; especially in the dark. It is hard to see because visibility is less than perfect and you don't always have control over your car. There are more accidents during this time because not everyone is sure of what to do. With spring around the corner, I'm sharing some tips that will help with driving in the rain. Spring is rainy season so you never know when you could get stuck in a quick storm. Thanks to Charlie's Dodge for helping me put ... View the Post

If you drive a car, you have probably experienced a malfunction at some point. It seems that there is never a good time for a car to need a replacement part and it always seems as if there is not enough money in the budget for said parts. So what do you do? Many people will try to fix the issue themselves so that they can save money on labor costs that are often exorbitantly high. I agree that I've taken my car into the dealership's service department and fixed some things they recommended ... View the Post