Be Prepared: Tips for driving in the snow

Accelerate and decelerate slowly. Applying the gas slowly to accelerate is the best method for regaining traction and avoiding skids. Don’t try to get moving in a hurry. And take time to slow down for a stoplight. Remember: It takes longer to slow down on icy roads. Drive slowly. Everything takes longer on snow-covered roads.…

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Fact or Fiction? 8 gas-saving myths

As gas prices skyrocket, let’s examine some commonly held beliefs about how to get the best gas mileage from your vehicle. FACT: Driving slower saves you gas. Like millions of Americans, we listen to the “Car Talk” guys on National Public Radio mostly because they make us laugh. But they also dispense great auto advice,…

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