Evacuation Prepping for the Average Person
By NMA Member Dan Hyatt No one likes to think of prepping before a disaster but it’s always best to be ready just in case. The recent Hurricane Ian that hit Florida in September reminded me that we all need to be ready just in case. Disaster prepping is a mindset and should be done […]
Catalytic Converter Thefts Skyrocketing–Why Thieves Want Them
By Lauren Fix, The Car Coach Across the country, catalytic converter thefts have skyrocketed in the last few years and they continue to increase. It seems like an odd part to take but it is easy money for thieves. According to data compiled by the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) the theft of catalytic converters […]
Best Ways to Avoid a Car Accident in Atlanta
By Guest writer Donald W. Singleton, GA Attorney Despite the fact that driving may seem like a mundane task, it is possible to be involved in a serious accident at any moment. Approximately six million car accidents occurred last year, with 2.9 million injuries and 42,643 deaths, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. […]
Semantics: 4WD is not AWD
When language is misused, people tend to get confused and misled. One example of this is the way “4WD” is now being regularly used to describe that which isn’t. Or rather, wasn’t historically speaking. Before the rise of the Universal Transportation Appliance or UTA, the car-based crossover “SUV” (in air fingers quotes because that’s another example […]
How to Make Your Teen’s Driving Lesson More Engaging
It’s likely hard to believe that your teenager is all grown up and driving. While this milestone can be exciting, it can also be dangerous. Getting out on the road with your teen for the first time might be a frightening experience for both of you. However, the best way to ensure they’re paying attention […]
Preventing Rodent Damage: 5 Tips Every Driver Should Know
Vehicles accumulate a lot of damage from accidents and the elements, but another source of trouble that often gets overlooked: rodents. Cars are the perfect safe havens for rats, mice and other pesky critters. Here are five key tips every driver should know to keep these animals out and prevent problems. Keep the Interior Clean […]
Garage Security
Drive around almost any neighborhood and you will find homes with wide-open garages, with expensive tools and equipment in plain sight, and no one around. Tools are portable. Often, they come in their very own carrying case with a handle and everything. Anything on wheels like a generator or air compressor rolls. A bold thief could […]
Beware Flood Damaged Cars: The Dangers You Should Know
By Lauren Fix, The Car Coach Hurricane Ian flooded an untold number of vehicles when it hit Florida and other southern states this month. Be aware of the newest warnings for unsuspecting car-buyers against the heightened risk of fraud as those cars may soon appear for sale across the US— with no disclosure of the […]
The Complication of Auto Insurance—When You Need it Most
It’s the law. To register your car, you need proof of auto insurance, and when you are in an accident, auto insurance helps you pay medical bills. But beware of the fine print. NPR recently ran a Bill of the Month segment focusing on excessive medical bills. The September 2022 segment featured a Georgia family, the Cooks, whose teenage […]
5 Hidden Car Accident Injuries Doctors Can Spot
By Georgia Attorney Donald W. Singleton Car accidents happen every day, and while most people know how to handle the situation, there are some things that we don’t always consider. These include injuries that occur immediately following an accident and those that develop later on. The best way to prevent these injuries is to make […]