Add Halloween to the list of holidays that look different this year due to COVID-19. But even though trick-or-treating is canceled and haunted houses are empty, that doesn’t mean you can’t still have fun! Here are six Halloween activities for 2020 to make the most of the scariest day of the year during the age […]
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What comes to mind when you think of Thanksgiving? Maybe it’s a cornucopia centerpiece and colorful pumpkins and gourds adorning your home; heaping plates of mouth-watering turkey, mashed potatoes with gravy, and stuffing for dinner; or getting together with family and friends, watching football, and playing games together. Thanksgiving can mean many things, but it’s […]
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Halloween is right around the corner, and to get in the spirit of the season, we’re counting down the world’s scariest roads, bridges, and tunnels. From steep drops to the most remote stretches of highways, there’s something to frighten even the most confident drivers. So sit forward, pay attention, and prepare to scared! Yungas Road […]
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Direct Auto recently celebrated its annual Customer Appreciation Month with, among other things, the Get Direct & Get Going Car Sweepstakes! Now, we’re excited to announce that Direct Auto Insurance customer, Bryan P. of Florence, Alabama is the winner of the $20,000 CarMax® credit to use towards a car. Congratulations, Bryan! We appreciate him and […]
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Cornbread has been served on the side of pretty much every classic Southern dish you could think of since Colonial times, but don’t be fooled – it’s no second fiddle. Sure, cornbread is best enjoyed with something (like our recipe for slow-simmered Carolina chili), but it’s strong enough to stand on its own. The secret to perfectly cooked […]
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Every state legally requires you to carry a minimum amount of auto insurance coverage or proof of financial responsibility in case you’re in an accident. These laws are written to provide a base level of protection for drivers, but after that, it’s up to individuals to figure out if they have sufficient coverage to meet […]
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Whether you love it or hate it, the car horn is at every driver’s fingertips at all times. Some people see the horn as a fun way to say hello to friends, and others will honk the horn at any driver who is “going too slow.” But when is it actually appropriate to honk your […]
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Although there are nearly a dozen competing theories about the history of chili, there’s one thing we can agree on: it’s delicious. Like so many staple comfort food dishes, chili is one that is quite literally stewed in centuries of history and culinary traditions. Try our take on the Tex-Mex dish with this easy, slow-simmered North Carolina […]
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Historically, September gives us plenty of reasons to rejoice. The sweltering summer heat begins to fade. Depending on where you reside, the leaves begin to turn to beautiful yellows, oranges, and reds. But perhaps most important of all, September is when National Hispanic Heritage Month begins! This celebration started as a week-long event in 1968 […]
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You’re cruising along in your car, but suddenly you see a construction sign or flashing school zone light. You might be familiar with many of the actual laws surrounding these areas, but what are the best ways to safely navigate them? What about when you come to an intersection and see a funeral procession? While […]
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