Four Things To Consider Before Buying a Car

                                         

1. Know your spending limits

Make absolutely sure that you know exactly how much you can pay for a car. 

                                    

2. Know Your Needs

Having a clear idea of what kind of car you're looking for and the features you need in a vehicle, can save you a lot of money. 

                                   

3. Do your research

Whether it be online like eBay, Autotrader, Edmunds, Carmax or driving by a car dealership, go shop around for the car you want . The more information you have on a car, the better your chances of making a decision.

                                 

4. Test drive the car

One of the best ways to know the condition of the car is to test drive it. It's the best way to know that you'll enjoy driving the car and that it's right for all your needs.

 

Four Healthy Snacks For A Road Trip

                                                     

Nuts 

Peanuts, pistachios, walnuts, almonds or seeds, such as pumpkin or sunflower, are good combinations of healthy fats and protein. Although nuts are packed full of protein, fiber and healthy fats, keep portions small: Just 14 almonds or 20 pistachios equals 100 calories. Also keep sodium levels in check by choosing unsalted varieties.

                                         

Energy Bars 

Consider replacing your favorite candy bar with an energy or granola bar to boost your protein and fiber intake while avoiding the sugar trap.

                                        

Trail Mixes 

Trail mix is a quick and easy make-at-home snack that will keep well in a storage container with lid. Combine granola, raw nuts and seeds, and dried fruits for a basic trail mix.

                                        

Sandwiches 

Sandwiches can be a quick and easy way to keep hunger at bay while adding some good protein and hearty grains to your daily nutrition. Sandwiches prepared with lean meats may need to be placed in a cooler. Other options such as peanut butter (or any other nut butter) and jelly on whole grain bread can be kept at room temperature.

Summer Car Maintenance Reminder

Be sure to check your tires, as they are one of the most overlooked part of the car. Tire pressure changes when the temperature goes up, so be sure to keep that in mind. Also, use the penny trick to check your treads.

A Complete Guide to Speed Limits

Before you hit the road, here's what you should know about speed limits. You may know your way around your hometown, but when it comes to traveling to other states, you are going to want to keep an eye on your speedometer.  Speed limits are unfortunately not the same everywhere. So how fast you are allowed to drive can vary widely across the country.  

A handful of jurisdictions maintain a respectable 55-mph limit on urban routes, while others keep theirs at 60, 65 or 70.  There are even a total of seven states that allow a head-spinning 75 mph on urban roadways, and on certain stretches of rural highways, it soars to 80 or even 85 mph. Unless otherwise posted, 55 mph is the default limit on two-lane rural roads in many states. 

In case you’re curious, below is a list of the slowest and fastest states for urban speed limit. Take a look! 

SLOWEST (55 mph)

• Alaska
• Arkansas
• Connecticut
• Delaware
• District of Columbia
• Illinois
• Indiana
• Iowa
• New Jersey
• Oregon
• Rhode Island
• Vermont
• West Virginia

FASTEST (75 mph)          

• Idaho
• Kansas
• Maine
• New Mexico
• North Dakota
• South Dakota
• Texas

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