Don’t be at Fault: How to Prevent Insurance Hikes

Next to a visit to the dentist, getting into a car accident ranks as one of the most aggravating experiences to be in. Police reports, repairs, injuries and even court appearances make life miserable enough, but the coup de grace is learning that your insurance rates have been jacked up. Read more

A Quick and Easy Way to Eliminate Blind Spots

The scene: You’re driving on the highway. Approaching your off ramp, you signal from the middle lane and glance over at your passenger side mirror. It’s completely clear. 

You steer smoothly into the right hand lane when suddenly- a car materializes Read more

Auto Insurance and PIP, Who Needs it?

Most drivers never look through their auto insurance policies. It’s understandable considering it’s full of jargon and legalese. However over the years, there’s been a debate on a three letter word found in most Washington car insurance policies; PIP. Read more

Enjoying the Ride in Washington State

It’s hard to imagine, especially in traffic, but a nice way to relax and unleash a little speed is getting into the car for a drive. As the population in Western Washington grows and more cars hit the road, fun driving is becoming harder to find. The days of putting down the roof, cranking the tunes, and pushing the RPM’s, is slowly becoming a thing of the past. Read more

Should You Buy a Used Car From a Dealer or Private Seller?

Buying a used car is tricky business. Just the thought alone of dealing with a used car salesman is enough to make most buyers reach for the headache medicine. But for those who hate the idea of even walking onto a dealership lot, there is always the option of private sellers. Read more

Tough for Car Dealers = Good for Buyers!

The car industry has been a punching bag in 2008. In turn, it’s been a difficult year for those trying to sell cars, maybe the worst year ever. Everything from gas, to the economy and general consumer confidence has hurt those trying to sell cars. Read more

Reckless Driving Causes I-5 Truck Accident

Traffic on I-5 was jammed both ways this afternoon due to an accident near the ship canal bridge, south of NE 45th.

The Seattle PI reported that a witness saw a white passenger car cut in front of a large container truck, causing the driver to swerve into the concrete median Read more

Cool Car Gadgets Reviewed

Maybe it’s the James Bond effect, wouldn’t we all love to have “Q” telling us to push the cigarette lighter to launch the surface to air missiles from the Lotus?  Car gadgets haven’t gone to that extreme (yet) for the general public, but it is somewhat of an arms race between auto makers and gadgets companies. Read more

Buying a Used Car, Top 5 Things to Know

Buying a pre-owned used car is very different than purchasing a new one. Everyone knows the new vehicle came from the assembly plant, still has plastic on the seats, and smells “like new”. But when it comes to used cars…it can be like eating berries in the Amazon forest, better know what you’re doing or you’re going to get poisoned. Read more

Tim Eyman new Measure to Share Car Pool Lanes

Seattle’s most famous political activist, Tim Eyman, is at it again.

Coming this voting season, Eyman is taking on the issue of highway traffic. He is doing so by introducing Measure I-985, a new initiative that will enable single drivers to use HOV and carpool lanes during non-rush hours. Read more

Tips for Driving in the Rain

It’s that time of year again.

Stores are stocking up on candy, your co-workers are talking about costumes and your kids are screaming “Boo!” every chance they get. 

No, we’re not talking Halloween – we’re talking back to Seattle’s wet driving season. Read more

Changing Your Own Oil 101

Changing the oil is the most common auto maintenance tasks that you will perform each year. Regular oil changes keep your engine running smoothly and removes particle and sludge buildup that results from everyday driving. Read more

Features and Pricing on Honda’s New 2009 Accord

Honda’s new 2009 Accord will be a sleeker and more elegant version of the 2007 and 2008 models. A perennial favorite for the American family, Honda is hoping to up the ante by adding more luxury to it’s bread and butter line. Read more