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A Practical Guide to Online Insurance Shopping
Shopping for insurance has changed dramatically in recent years. Smaller companies have entered the marketplace (there are now over 6,000 insurance companies and 36,000 independent agencies serving consumers across the US!), new technologies have made pricing more accurate, and comparison shopping has become a regular part of the insurance buying process. Some consumers prefer to…
Should You Bundle Your Insurance Policies?
You’ve heard the promise in every insurance commercial: bundle your policies and save! But what exactly is bundling, and is it the right option for you? Bundling is actually very simple: it’s purchasing multiple policies, such as home and auto insurance, from a single carrier. Regardless of the carrier your insurance policies should be tailored…
How To Shop for Truck Insurance
Looking at bringing home a new truck? It might be time to review your insurance policy to make sure you have the right coverage. Truck insurance for your pickup is largely the same as car insurance for your car. So, switching to a pickup doesn’t necessarily mean you have to switch to a different policy,…
Windshield Damage? Here Is What to Do.
You know the scene… You’re driving along, taking in the sights, when suddenly – WHAP. A pebble, or stone, or other piece of road debris flies into your windshield, putting a chip or crack in the glass. Go to Safelite.com and schedule an appointment. It could start spreading immediately, or maybe you say to yourself “I’ve…
Advanced Safety System Recalibration and How It Keeps You Safe
The biggest leaps in automotive technology over the past few years haven’t been in propulsion; they’ve been in driver safety. The average new vehicle is safer than it’s ever been, with highly advanced, sophisticated systems that can literally “see” the road and warn of – or react to – potential threats. Advanced safety features first…
Why Factor 55’s Closed System Winching is Safer
If you are an experienced off-roader, you have likely used a winch more than a few times. If you have vast experience pulling yourself or others out of sticky situations, you have likely had a traditional winch hook slip and cause an even bigger problem. The little safety latch that holds a rope or cable…
What to Look For When Buying a Used Car
So you’re in the market for a used car. Congratulations. Whether trading up or acquiring your first car, car-shopping is one of life’s biggest milestones. After all, a car is likely the second-most-expensive thing you’ll buy in your life next to real estate. Whether you’re a veteran or shopping the market for the first time,…
License Plate Lookup 101
In the internet age, it’s quicker and easier than ever to gather loads of information on any pre-owned vehicle. The license plate lookup tool at Bumper.com is one information source worth looking into. Whether you’re shopping used cars, you’ve got one to sell, or you’re just a car owner trying to keep on top…
Factor 55 is Your Go To for Closed System Winching
If you spend much of your free time off-roading with your truck or SUV, the odds are good that you are familiar with closed system winching products like the lineup offered by Factor 55. If you are not, you should be, as closed system winching is safer, preventing the cable or D-ring from shifting against…
The Jackery Solar Generator 500 – Literally the Perfect Road Trip Companion
Keeping all your electronics powered up, no matter where you are. Great road trips are the perfect time to leave behind the worries of urban life for something a little simpler – just you, your car, and the open road. But that doesn’t mean you can’t leave all your tech accessories behind. That’s precisely where…
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