Snow Driving: What They Don’t Teach
The Safety Cult wants you to be afraid of driving in the snow. It wants you to rely on “technology” rather than skill to get through the snow. It’s why so many people can’t deal with driving in the snow. A counter-intuitive way to make the point is to point out one of the most capable-in-snow vehicles […]
Roads Might Be Dicier than Usual this Winter
By Shelia Dunn, NMA Communications Director Editor’s Note: This post originally appeared in December 2021 as an NMA Weekly E-Newsletter. The situation in many states has not changed and with the current polar vortexes that continue to plague the US, it probably won’t improve this winter. If you would like to subscribe to the NMA’s […]
How to Equip Your Car for Winter Weather Conditions
Driving in the winter can be a challenge if you aren’t properly prepared. Snow, ice, and low temperatures put additional stress on vehicles and their components, sometimes leading to dangerous accidents. With more than 70 percent of U.S. roads located in potential snowy areas, drivers can’t afford to ignore these common risks. Preparing your vehicle […]
Roads Might Be Dicier than Usual this Winter: NMA E-Newsletter #673
It won’t entirely be Mother Nature’s fault either. A number of state departments of transportation are warning drivers that roads and mountain passes may be closed longer and will likely be in worse condition than normal. Just as the nation’s staffing shortage has hit school bus drivers, it has also reduced the ranks of intrepid […]
When and How Best to Change Tires?
By guest writer Timothy Miller As an automobile owner, you understand the need to have functional tires. Even if your tires seem to be in good shape, it’s always a good idea to get them checked by a professional if they have been on your car for an extended period. The outward appearance of tires […]
Extreme Winter Driving
By Lauren Fix, The Car Coach Don’t get iced by winter! As winter sets in, the roads can become a treacherous place for a vehicle. Heavy rain, snow, sleet, black ice, and ice can create a whole new world on the road than what most are used to driving on. Driver’s Ed didn’t teach you […]
Stay Safe Behind the Wheel: Traffic Laws for Rainy Days
When it comes to driving on a rainy day, forgetting your umbrella at home could turn out to be the least of your worries. It’s almost needless to mention that any driver should adapt their cruising speed when extreme weather conditions occur. But how many drivers do you think are aware of their state’s traffic […]
New Performance Tires for Old Performance Cars
If you own a classic muscle car made back in the ’60s or ’70s, you’ve probably become aware of an ironic problem—It is virtually impossible to find new performance tires for old performance cars. The BF Goodrich Radial T/A is about as good as it gets, and though it’s a good-looking tire, with handsome raised […]
5 Tips to Choose Mud Tires for Off-Road Adventures
Choosing a perfect set of tires for your car might seem straightforward if you go for the company’s standard allowance. However, once you decide to branch off to the world of customization, it is a web of complex considerations. The further you move into this web, the more tangled you will find yourself. From factors […]
Why You Need Winter Tires
By Lauren Fix, The Car Coach Winter is upon us, and we need the ultimate in safety for our families. Many vehicles today are equipped with all-season tires that offer good handling capabilities on most road conditions, but this might not be enough for the upcoming winter road conditions. https://youtu.be/rpATpx45Eug No matter what you drive, there […]