Quick joke: Do you know why you should never assume anything? Because when you, “assume,” you make an “ass,” out of, “u,” and, “me!” I love that joke. When I get into problems of my own creation, I always reflect on it. This is especially true when I … [Read more...] about Your Car Isn’t a Moving Van – Don’t Overload It
I love my car. However, I do not treat it like it is a human being. Nor do I treasure it or value more than human beings. I know many people who do such things. Being a driver is more than an identity, its unto a religion for them. They take care of … [Read more...] about Proper Storage Prep for Your Car
Do you have a friend or relative who keeps an unkempt or dirty household? Perhaps they don’t clean up as rigorously as they should. Maybe they don’t pick clothing up off of the floor or mow their lawn. Or, they leave dirty dishes in the sink for … [Read more...] about Gasoline Etiquette, Fueling, and Avoiding Contaminated Gas to Save Money
Because of various dangerous driving situations I've been in, I make a conscious habit of driving with my sunglasses whenever it is a sunny day. It is a habit for me to leave them in the car. A few years ago, I had a horrifying experience where I was … [Read more...] about Tips for Surviving in Dangerous Driving Situations
I am not an expert gearhead. It is a big regret I have in life. I wish that I could just fix every problem that occurs in my car. But I can’t. Like most people, whenever a minor or major issue arises with my car, I automatically take it to the … [Read more...] about DIY Car Repair – Air Filters
Do you know what a parking pawl is? I didn’t either until I learned that I had to stop forgetting to engage my parking brake. When I park on level surfaces and need to make quick stops, I sometimes forget to do this. I always engage it when I park … [Read more...] about Bad Driving Habits That Increase Your Repair Bill and Cost You Money
