A flat tire shouldn’t be reason for panic. “In schools where drivers’ education isn’t available,” observes one educator, “tire changing ought to be included in home economics.” The Car Care Council suggests motorists who are unprepared to deal with a flat tire are faced not only with added expense and inconvenience, they also are more […]

Just as new parents childproof their homes with outlet caps to prevent fingers from getting caught in electrical sockets or safety gates to prevent tumbles down stairs, they must play it safe with their cars, too. “New attention is being paid to styling, safety, interior space and performance in the automobile industry,” says Brian Chee, […]

The scene is the same in most cars: an umbrella in the backseat, library books in the glove compartment and a set of golf clubs in the trunk. Your car becomes an extended part of your life, accumulating more clutter everyday. It’s no surprise – you spend much of the day on the road as […]

Have you ever thought about building your own boat? This weekend at the Sportsmen’s and Outdoor Recreation Show you will have an opportunity to learn how to do just that from seasoned professional craftsmen who will be building a wooden kayak while you watch!Representatives from the Newfound Woodworks will be constructing a “hybrid design” kayak […]

As they age and are exposed to the elements, most vehicles will show some signs of rust. By Carlene SmartFreelance WriterWhether or not rust is a major problem depends on the extent of the rust and where it is on the vehicle. Rust often appears first around the edge of panels, boots and bonnets or […]

You didn’t think you’d be able to just pack up and go, did you? Not so fast! Can you pass this pre-trip roadworthy test from the Car Care Council?Knowing the correct answers could make the difference between a successful vacation and one that’s littered with repair bills or even more serious consequences.1. Most tires have […]

We’ve all heard the exclamation, “For Pete’s sake!” but in the world of automotive emergencies, motorists need to learn certain procedures for “safety’s sake.” Two of the most valuable lessons, changing a tire and hooking up jumper cables, are best learned before an emergency arises, according to the Car Care Council.The process of boosting a […]

So you go out to your car, get behind the wheel, put the key in the ignition and turn the key, but instead of the normal sound of the engine coming to life after the starter cranks, there is silence.Nothing. Zero. Zilch. Nada. Not even an electrical click. You try it again. A few times. […]

You won’t want to miss the fast paced action of Micro-Reality Stock Car Racing at this weekend’s show. Sponsored by radio station WOXO 92.7 & 100.7 “Everybody’s Country,” Micro-Reality Stock Car Racing is an opportunity for lots of fast-paced fun. The whole family can enjoy racing their favorite stock car on a banked oval speedway […]

Story by Aimee HeckelPhotos by Joshua LawtonScripps Howard News ServiceBob Grossman’s mailbox is not just a box. It’s a palette for artistic swirls of yellow, pink and blue flowers. It’s also a reminder of Grossman’s artist friend, who painted the black metal “garden.”Like many residents in Boulder County, Colo., Grossman chose to decorate his mailbox […]