If you’ve lived in Indiana for any stretch of time, you know that warm weather is the unofficial start to road construction season. In fact, orange barrels are already popping up around town, and there are sure to be more as the summer looms on. What can you do to avoid travel-related headaches as you…
It’s spring break for many area schools, and sure enough, gas prices are on the rise. Those in the gas industry often say the increase in prices is the direct result of higher demand during a popular week for travel, but that sure doesn’t ease the pain of having to fork over $60 or $70…
Talk to a handful of experienced drivers, and someone will surely tell you that you should fill your car when your gas tank is a quarter full. Wait longer than that, and you could be in for some trouble. For starters, you risk being able to find a gas station before you completely run out…
Last week, an Arizona college student spent nine days stranded in her car when it became stuck in heavy snow. She survived, but many other drivers who face similar ordeals aren’t as lucky. No one ever thinks they’ll get stranded, but sadly, it can happen. Here are a few tips every driver should know in…
Taking a road trip to Great Aunt Mabel’s this Christmas? Here are some smart travel tips to help prevent Scrooge-like moods from ruining your trip. Take your car in for a tune-up BEFORE you hit the road. Get an oil change and make sure your tire pressure is A-OK. Have your service technician give your…
Ah, yes – snow, sleet and ice are starting to pop up on the weather map, which means drivers need to be extra careful when they hit the road. Here are some handy tips for navigating slick roadways this winter season: Monitor weather forecasts. This way, you’ll be aware of unfavorable road conditions before you…
Ah … turkey and trimmings. (Is your mouth watering yet?) Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and if you’re like millions of Americans, you’ll spend at least part of the holiday weekend on the road. According to USA Today, holiday travel will rise in 2011 – and that could spell trouble for motorists. And, of course,…
As you make your way around town this evening, pay special attention to all of the ghosts, goblins, clowns and cowboys that are roaming the streets. Trick-or-treaters will be out and about from 5:30 to 7:30 tonight in Fort Wayne. Click here for trick-or-treat times in other area communities. Also, play it safe and follow…
It certainly is a beautiful time of year, but drivers certainly need to be aware of some common driving conditions that occur each fall: Watch out for patches of leaves, which can retain water and become quite slick. Be on the lookout for frost. Remember that moisture on bridges and overpasses will freeze first, and…
Fortunately, tire blowouts are pretty rare. Still, it’s a good idea to know what you should do if this ever happens to you: First of all, don’t panic! (Yes, we realize that’s easier said than done.) Try to remain calm, which will help you remain in control of your vehicle. Don’t slam the brakes. This…
