Remember what the older Volkswagen Beetles used to look like? In the following commercial, aired in June of 1972, the VW Beetle is put to the test as a stuntman is hired to drive an orange VW beetle into the Long Island Sound.
The point of this action is to prove just how solid of a vehicle the VW Beetle is. It is only because of the quality of the VW Beetle that it is able to float above the water for an extended period of time without sinking (although it is not going to float forever!).
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If you have been to the Raleigh North Carolina area within the past year, then you probably know all too well what a nightmare it has been trying to drive anywhere at any time of day to do anything. The culprit?
Construction.
In order to accommodate the massive amounts of people who have flocked to the Research Triangle Park (RTP) area that is Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill, North Carolina, the department of transportation has been working over time to put in roads where there were none before as well as to repair and expand roads in order to accommodate the masses Read the Rest…

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The next time you take your car in for regular maintenance at your local dealership or mechanic, consider the following things to avoid being ripped off:
5 Tips to Avoid Being Ripped Off at the Mechanic’s Shop

Oil Slick- Some mechanics want you to change your oil every 3,000 miles, but newer oil may go much longer (ex: 7500miles) depending on your driving habits.
Filters- Your car has several different types of filters: oil, air, fuel and transmission-but only the oil filter should be changed at every oil change.  In the meantime, the air filter can be remedied simply by shaking it out, Read the Rest…

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Since the events that occurred on 9/11, there have been many of us who are reluctant to fly.  If you do have to fly, however, and want to fly safer, there are certain tips that you can follow to make your flight as hassle-free as possible.  According to AirSafe.com, the following are the top 10 Tips for Airline safety:

Fly on Nonstop Routings- Most accidents occur during the takeoff, climb, descent, and landing phase of flight.  Flying nonstop reduces exposure to these most accident prone phases of flight.
Choose a Larger Aircraft- Currently, aircrafts with more than 30 passenger seats were all Read the Rest…

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Whether you have a driver’s license or not, we all know the importance of safety when it comes to driving on the roadways. This is one of the many reasons that we have so many driving deterrents around such as stop signs, stop lights, yield signs, etc.. The main function of these things is to deter drivers from engaging in reckless behavior, which could result in one or more people being hurt and/or killed. However, would the roadways be just as safe if we didn’t have these deterrents in place?
Deterrent Versus Distraction
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If you live in a city like Raleigh, NC, then you probably hate the traffic lights. A lot of the traffic lights throughout the city have red light cameras, which is part of the city’s effort to catch people who violate the law. It seems like a good idea, and in fact, a lot of other cities have also adopted this method of law enforcement as well. However, there are some negatives to this ‘red light’ camera ordeal.
Breaking the Law
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As we all know, males typically have higher insurance rates than women when it comes to driving, but why is this? Simply put, males have been assessed as being more risky. Risky males, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), range in age from 15 to 18 and usually have been driving anywhere between 4-42 months.
The NHTSA conducted a study where they assessed risky versus safe male drivers for Minneapolis, Minnesota and Atlanta. Of the 27 “risky” drivers interviewed, ten of them admitted to being involved in a crash of some kind. Read the Rest…

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If you’ve ever been pulled over by a police officer, usually it’s not a good feeling because there’s a good chance that you’ll end up having to pay a hefty fine. Most people who are pulled over by police officers know why they are being pulled over. Whether it’s for a seat belt violation, speeding, running a red light, running a stop sign or changing lanes without signaling, most violations are pretty clear cut. However, there are those of us who occasionally sit back in the driver’s seat muttering unspeakables under our breath, wondering why we are Read the Rest…

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How often do you check your tires before you get into your car to drive away? Every year, there are millions of accidents, a lot of which are caused by unsafe tires on vehicles. The Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) reminds everyone to play a “PART” in making sure that their tires are safe by checking the following:

Pressure- One of the leading cause in tire wear are having underinflated tires. Having underinflated tires can cause unnecessary wear and tear on your tire, which could result in a tire blowout, which could cause an accident. And trust me, you Read the Rest…

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There are those of us who use auto transport services when traveling long distances, moving from one place to another, or relocating to a different state entirely. But for those of us who prefer to “rough it”, there’s always the scenic route. However, before you start planning all of the bathroom breaks and sightseeing stops, there are a few things to consider before you head out on your ‘cross-country adventure’.
Become a Member
When planning a long trip by car, it’s always a good idea to know what time of year you’d like to go and where. If you’re not already a Read the Rest…

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