Cars don’t break as much as they used to and that is great news because we can keep them a lot longer with less worries than ever before. Here are four simple things that you can do to help keep your old car running for a really long time and avoid costly repairs. Back when there were still full service gas …
Why Does Heat Hurt My Car Battery?
The report today from That Car Lady at Beckwith’s Car Care is on car batteries and why they die and how we can keep them lasting longer. Almost all of us have climbed into our car to find that it simply won’t start, and the most common problem is that the car battery is dead. Oddly enough, most batteries here …
As Vehicle Technology Teeters on the Boring Side, Cell Phones and Computers Can Rock Your Ride!
While probably not a common selection, the first artist I entered into Pandora on my Droid was Neil Young. I actually was not thrilled with Neil’s music the first time that I heard him years ago. Like many things in life he is an acquired taste that I gained along with a whole slew of amazing memories when I was …
Has technology made your vehicle safer?
Ok, ok, I know our topic this week is technology and all the super duper gizmos and gadgets in the modern car. Bear with me as I reminisce about how much and how quickly our vehicles have and continue to change. Long before my Dad sparked my interest in cars, his Mom drove a horse and buggy. My Grandma Olga …
Is your cell phone smarter than your car?
Cars are so cool! Well, they are to me anyway. For decades some of the most innovative technology has emerged on top of four wheels. That is partially why so many of us are gear heads with a mechanic’s heart. The other reason has to do with going really fast! Just think of what you can do on your cell …
Tips for drivers of all ages to increase their comfort and safety on road trips.
by That Car Lady on Tuesday, June 28, 2011 at 2:59pm Over the last few years I have noticed that I am not as comfortable driving after dark, but still ok – or so I thought. During a quick trip up to see my son Blake for his birthday, I found myself headed back home between Austin and Houston during …
Road Trip Across The Ocean – Rules of da Island Roads
Road Trip ATO – On da Island
Road Trip ATO – Is That An Aligator on The Road?
There is a lot of freeway between Humble, Texas and South Florida. As we continue the state side portion of our “Road Trip Across The Ocean” there is a single striking image that stands out. There was an alligator on the side of the road in Louisiana. Yep, that’s what I said – “A freakin’ alligator on the side …