Tips for Driving in the rain:

How do we deal with hydroplaning and low view distance? AAA offers these tips of advice: Go slowly. Slow down and increase following distances. Speed limits are set for ideal road conditions. When it rains, visibility is reduced and braking distances increase. Light up. Use low-beam headlights to help others see your car and increase your visibility. Remember Maryland law requires headlights to be on when windshield wipers are in use. Be careful of standing and running water. As little as six inches of water on a road can cause most drivers to lose control of their vehicle. Nearly half of all people who die in flash floods are in cars and...

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10 Most Dangerous Distracted Driving Habits

10: Eating and Drinking Compared to some of the other distracted driving habits on our list, this one might seem relatively tame. After all, it doesn't demand all that much cognitive horsepower to stuff your gullet while on the move. But before you get too enamored of underway refueling, consider some of the things that could go wrong: You could spill scalding coffee on your lap That breakfast sausage muffin or deluxe burger could collapse in your hands, sending crumbs, sauce and patty pieces all over your work outfit Greasy hands or one-handed driving means less control of the steering wheel and shifter In...

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3rd Annual Fall Family Fun Festival

Looking for a day filled with Halloween festivities? DeVault Family Vineyards will be hosting its 3rd Annual Fall Family Fun Festival on Saturday, October 20th from 2PM to 10PM. Activities include a Haunted Trail, Pumpkin Chucking Contest, Pumpkin Pie Contest (Please bake a Pumpkin Pie and bring it to be judged), Children's Halloween Costume Contest, Bouncers for the kids and Face painting. Bring your towel and swimsuit to take a dip in our indoor heated swimming pool with Lifeguards on duty! Tastings from multiple wineries (For those over 21) *Those over 21 will get a wine glass*. Food, craft, and jewelry vendors will be on site for your purchases...

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October is Fall Car Care Month

The Car Care Council recommends 10 basic maintenance procedures to keep your vehicle operating at its best: 1. Check all fluids, including engine oil, power steering, brake and transmission as well as windshield washer solvent and antifreeze/coolant. 2. Check the hoses and belts to make sure they are not cracked, brittle, frayed, loose or showing signs of excessive wear. 3. Check the battery and replace if necessary. Make sure the connection is clean, tight and corrosion-free. 4. Check the brake system annually and have the brake linings, rotors and drums inspected at each oil change. 5. Inspect the exhaust system for leaks, damage and...

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Best Coastal Trips

Cold weather is coming up, but that doesn't mean you can't still rent a car for a road trip! CoastalLiving has a list of what they think are their top 10 best road trips! MENDOCINO, CALIFORNIA Why we love it: With Napa a few hours inland and Big Sur getting all the attention to the south, many folks miss this pastoral coast where cell phones rarely work and humble towns belie the sublime scenery that spans 96 miles of California’s Highway 1 from Jenner to Fort Bragg. Please pull over: At Point Arena Lighthouse, day-trippers can tour the beacon for some of the best coastal views in the state, or rent a historic keeper’s house for the night;...

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Getting The Most MPG Per Trip

Anyone going on a trip over an hour long knows it can be a hassle figuring out how to get the most MPG out of their car... Everything plays a role, tire pressure, wheel alignment, weight, and especially speed. Howstuffworks has a few tips to help you figure out your best speed! This is actually a pretty complicated question. What you are asking is what constant speed will give the best mileage. We won't talk about stops and starts. We'll assume you are going on a very long highway trip and want to know what speed will give you the best mileage. We'll start by discussing how much power it takes to push the car down the road. The power to...

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Pierce Street Harlem Renaissance Festival

The 1st Pierce Street Harlem Renaissance Festival is Saturday, September 22nd from 10AM to 4PM at the Anne Spencer Garden (1301 Pierce St.). Enjoy craft, art, and food vendors while enjoying live music at the home of the acclaimed Harlem Renaissance poet, Anne Spencer. Admission is free and open to the public. Visit http://www.annespencermuseum.com/events.php for more information...

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