Metro Contributor The elements pose a unique challenge to motor vehicles, and that’s particularly notable when seasons change. Though the shift from spring to summer or even summer to fall may not…
Category: Automotive
Morning wreck injures two
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com According to a report from the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), on the morning of Friday, Jan. 9, a head-on wreck on Colin Kelly Highway sent two people to the…
White House to roll back Biden fuel economy standards
Morgan Sweeney The Center Square Contributor The federal government is relaxing Biden-era fuel economy standards that required most cars to have a fuel efficiency of nearly 50 mpg by 2031 in an effort to…
What aging drivers can do to improve their driving skills
Metro Contributor Motor vehicles have come a long way since the days of the Model T. Safety features, in particular, have undergone significant enhancements over the last several decades. Improvements in airbags,…
How to reduce your risk of being in an auto accident
Metro Contributor Driving a car or truck is part of daily life for most people. Commutes to work or school, leisure trips or time spent behind the wheel as part of a…
Why it’s important to wash your car
Metro Contributor The first things to come to mind when many people ponder vehicle maintenance are oil changes and routine tune-ups. Though each of those things are vital components of automotive maintenance,…
Considerations for your young driver’s first vehicle
Metro Contributor Getting a driver’s license is a major rite of passage in a young person’s life. Depending on where that teenager lives, he or she is likely to secure a license…
Signs it is time to replace brakes
Metro Contributor Each component of a vehicle performs an important function that ensures the car runs safely and soundly. A working brake system is vital to vehicle safety, so any issues affecting…
Defensive driving benefits your vehicle
Metro Contributor Defensive driving is a technique and set of skills that is designed to make roadways as safe as possible. Defensive driving teaches drivers how to anticipate potential hazards and respond…
Tips for buying a preowned vehicle
Metro Contributor Car buyers looking to save money can turn to pre-owned cars when they first start shopping around. Pre-owned cars aren’t what they were a few generations ago. Many are backed…
Common car component functions
Metro Contributor It’s been said it takes a village to raise a child. And when it comes to cars and trucks, scores of components are required to ensure a vehicle is operational….
Common car noises and what they might be indicating
Metro Contributor Although there are many drivers who understand what goes on under the hood of a vehicle and the inner workings of car mechanics, there are plenty of others who might…
Automobile interiors company chooses North Carolina
David Beasley The Center Square Lured by a grant of $1.46 million, a maker of synthetic leather for automobile interiors plans a $51 million factory in North Carolina. The joint project by TMG…
Florida gas prices up amid conflict
News Service Florida Contributor Gasoline prices in Florida have shot up during the past week, as the battle between Israel and Iran escalates. The AAA auto club said Florida motorists paid an…
Lock it or lose it: tips on how to avoid car robbery
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com There is no way to predict when a crime will be committed. What’s worse is that there is also no way to predict with 100 percent certainty who a…
Is your vehicle a security threat?
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com No one in their right mind would willingly give private or personal information to someone they knew wanted to harm them, but many citizens may not realize that they…
Signs that show your car’s oil needs to be changed
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Good, clean oil can increase the performance and extend the life of your car, while keeping your car’s engine clean. While many rely on their mileage as a sign…
Everything a new driver should have in their car
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com With the start of the new school year, there will be lots of teens out on the road traveling to school. Here are some things to put in their…
Maintenance tips to prepare your car for the fall
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The first day of fall is Sunday, Sept. 22. Here are some maintenance tips to make sure your car is ready for the fall and winter season. Check fluids:…
A refresher course in school bus safety
Metro Contributor The dawn of a new school year is a time marked by change and fresh opportunities. For many children, school marks the first time they are away from their parents…
