Your car is vital to your family’s routine. It’s your means of transportation to and from work, and it’s a significant investment of your hard-earned money. Maintaining your car is essential to keeping up with your to-do list and retaining its resale value. Want to learn how to make your car last longer? Follow these […]
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Getting stuck behind traffic is annoying. It might be a Sunday driver cruising a few miles below the speed limit—on a Monday morning. Or it could be a semi-truck, blocking the road and your visibility! The problem is that you may have to speed to get around them, but can you go over the speed […]
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You’re at the DMV. You check your phone. You’re at the doctor’s office. You check your phone. You’re at a stoplight. You che—wait! You know you’re not supposed to check your phone when you’re behind the wheel (it’s illegal in many states), but ditching the habit is just so hard! Thankfully, these apps can help […]
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Beyond hairstyles and radio hits, a lot has changed since you first got your license. New car technology has revolutionized the driving experience. You no longer need to crank your windows manually. There’s cruise control. And many drivers don’t know (and won’t ever need to know) how to drive a stick. Some of these advances […]
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When it comes to getting your child ready for the school year, you probably plan for things like school supplies, clothes, and lunchbox snacks. However, no one prepares you for the ins and outs of school drop-off and pick-up etiquette! Arm yourself with these 13 drop-off and pick-up hacks that’ll help you stay safe in […]
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Austin, Texas is bursting with vibrant energy. Its eclectic range of sites and activities make this Texas city a must-see for any art lover, music junkie, or outdoor adventurer. Austin is a funky city full of flair, so it can be hard to narrow down the best things to do in the Live Music Capital […]
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It’s the back-to-school season! 🏫 🚌 To help students and their family get ready, Direct Auto Insurance wants to help with a couple of essentials. That’s why we’re giving away Chromebook Laptops in our Back-to-School Sweepstakes! 😲 Plus, you can get a FREE backpack while supplies last with a no-obligation car insurance quote (non-customers) or […]
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Do you find yourself asking, “what sports season is it?” Wish there was an easy way to always know which sports league was playing every month in the U.S.? Well, we got you! Whether you’re a fan of Major League Baseball, the NBA, NCAA Basketball, the NFL or NCAA College Football, NASCAR, or Soccer, you’ll […]
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When you get your driver’s license, it’s like saying to your state, “Yes. I’m going to respect the rules of the road!” Those rules, better known as traffic laws, outline how, when, and even what you can drive, and they’ve been put in place for everyone’s safety. Getting a speeding ticket means you’ve broken one […]
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U.S. drivers know four-way intersections, but roundabouts? Well, that’s a different story. These circular intersections simply aren’t as popular in the U.S. compared to other countries like England and France, so fewer drivers know how to navigate them. But with tons more roundabouts, or traffic circles, being built in the U.S. now than there were […]
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