When purchasing a car, consumers are faced with all kinds of decisions. Buying or forgoing an extended auto warranty is one of those decisions. As with many other options offered by auto dealers, car owners have a tough time deciding... Continue
My first car was a bright yellow 23-year-old Volkswagen Super Beetle, purchased in 1995. While I had some great reasons for purchasing this car — I could afford the $3,500 price tag, I have always loved the VW's happy silhouette, and my... Continue
From historic Route 395 curving through Spokane in the east, to the eerily beautiful views of Diablo Lake from Route 20 in the north, to the White Pass Scenic Byway winding through the forests of Mt. St. Helens, Mt. Adams, and Mt. Rainier... Continue
Bristling with traditional Southern culture, small towns and scenic byways, South Carolina can be a charming state for a drive. Yet, rapid growth is making some of its cities the most sprawling and fastest growing in the United States, and... Continue
Home to Bourbon Street, plantation homes, swamps, and a unique cultural melting pot, Louisiana can seem like a country unto itself. And from the historic streets of New Orleans and Natchitoches to the rural roads of Central Louisiana and... Continue
The Commonwealth of Kentucky is most known for horse racing, whiskey and tobacco. But it's also a land of natural beauty with more navigable miles of water than every other state in the union except for Alaska. Whether on the bustling... Continue
America is full of places—homes, hotels, roads, and even whole towns—that have a reputation for being mysterious, frightening, or just downright creepy. Some of these spots are associated with tragic events or curious legends from... Continue
Though many Americans depend on a safe and reliable vehicle to get around, it's also a big investment. And, while maintaining your vehicle with regular servicing and tune-ups can go a long way to extending its life, finding an auto... Continue
Most teenagers associate driving primarily with fun and liberation. Although this thinking is well founded and holds true to a large extent, teen drivers tend to be so overcome by the joy of finally getting that long-sought freedom and... Continue
