7 Ways to Hack your Commute

There really is an app for just about everything these days. We found out about a handful of them that can definitely make your life a lot easier. If you want instantaneous traffic updates, a way to avoid traffic tickets or to even find a charge for your EV, there’s an app for that! Check out these handle mobile apps below and download them today on your smartphone. 

1.    Garmin StreetPilot

2.    Waze

3.    Scout

4.    INRIX Traffic

5.    Trapster

6.    greenMeter

7.    PlugShare

To read more about each app, visit here: 7 Ways to Hack Your Commute - Popular Mechanics

Top 10: Things Every Man Must Know About Cars

For all of our men subscribers out there, this blog post is especially for you. Tanner Foust sat down with AskMen.com and discussed what everyone man should know about cars. He is definitely someone who knows what they’re talking about when it comes to cars. Foust is not only a professional racer, stunt driver and TV host. He also holds multiple awards, championships and world records in his profession. Check out the top 10 list and the link below to read what Foust considers essential things every man should know by now.

10.  Don't knock the Ford Fiesta

9. Getaway drivers learn advanced driving techniques

8. Care about your appearance

7. Disregard No. 8 if you drive a truck

6. Maintain your balance

5. Stay calm while driving

4. Know your car’s capabilities

3. Figure out how to turn your traction control off

2. Learn how to do basic maneuvers

1. Get handy with the tools

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Getting Your Vehicle Ready For Summer

Although summer isn’t quite here yet, it is always a good idea to think ahead. Whether you are dealing with summer heat, dust, and/or stop–and-go traffic, these can all start to take a toll on your vehicle. To avoid any breakdowns, we want to help lessen the odds of mechanical failure through periodic maintenance.  Most of them are easy do to. Check out the list and link below.

• Air Conditioning
• Cooling System
• Oil
• Engine Performance
• Windshield Wipers
• Lights
• Tires
• Brakes
• Battery
• Emergencies

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Ten Important Questions To Ask When Buying A New Car

I’m sure we can all agree that buying a new car it is one of the biggest financial decisions one can make. We know it can become a stressful and remarkably confusing process at times. We want to help make it easier on you.

Next time you are out shopping for your dream car, these are the questions you need to ask.   

10.) What is the term (length) of the loan and what is my interest rate?

9.) Has the car been used as a demo?

8.) Where is the nearest dealer / authorized repair center to my house?

7.) What "mandatory" fees will I have to pay?

6.) Does this car make me happy?

5.) "Is that the best you can do?"

4.) Can I have a test drive?

3.) Has the car been damaged?

2.) What's the warranty coverage? Are there any perks like free maintenance?

1.) How much is the car after fees and licensing?

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How to Save Gas Money

Remember those days when gas prices were less than $1 per gallon? Some of us might. Prices have definitely gone up throughout the years and they are most likely going to keep going up. The money we spend on gas each week adds up, so we’d thought we’d provide you with some simple gas saving tips. Some of these might surprise you!

Step 1. Go on -- enjoy your air conditioner on the highway. Consumer Reports says that AC's gas-guzzling reputation is undeserved. And, at higher speeds, opening the windows or sunroof can hurt on gas miles by increasing drag.

Step 2. Don't fill up your tank until you're practically on empty; the less fuel you're toting, the lighter your car, and the more you will save on gas.

Step 3. After filling up your car, turn the nozzle upside down before you remove it from your tank. You'll get another half a cup of gas that's stuck in the hose that will save on gas.

Step 4. Tighten your gas cap after filling up so you don't let any precious fuel evaporate. Try to park in the shade. This will also help save on gas by preventing evaporation.

Step 5. Put your car in overdrive for highway driving. It lowers your RPM, or revolutions per minute, which saves you gas money. Check your owner's manual for the recommended speed at which you may use overdrive. If you're due for new tires, get radials; they improve gas miles by two or three percent saving you gas money.

These are just a few steps that you could take to help stretch your money. For more, visit the link below!

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