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most popular road trips

The World’s Best Road Trips: What Places Do People Want to Visit?

Where are the most popular road trips in the world? Once you pass your driving test, you are free to travel the open road and really get the best out of your new found freedom. Whether you’re a new driver or have decades of experience, these road trips are some of the best adventure ideas […]

by Zutobi · Updated Jun 26, 2023

Vehicle Requirements for the DMV Driving Test: How to Make Sure Your Car is Ready

Car Requirements for the Driving Test Explained

Before your road test, a DMV examiner will check your vehicle for about 5 to 10 minutes in the DMV parking lot. They look over the car’s exterior for safety, verify your documents, test key safety features, and may ask you to demonstrate that the controls work. If your car fails the check, you won’t […]

by Zutobi · Updated Feb 26, 2025

Electric vehicle miles report

The EV Miles Report 2025

Which electric vehicle is the most economical to charge and drive? And in which state is it cheapest to run an EV? EVs are continuing to grow in popularity among motorists, with record numbers of drivers abandoning diesel and petrol in favor of electric. Yet, many people remain wary of this new technology, as they […]

by Zutobi · Updated Jun 02, 2022

INSTAGRAMS MOST POPULAR CARS

Instagram’s Most Popular Cars

Photos of cars are widely shared on Instagram, and it is one of the most popular categories on the social media platform. Some cars (and brands) have extremely devoted fans – with millions of posts, and hundreds of millions of likes. Some aren’t as lucky. But which cars are actually the most popular? Is it […]

by Zutobi · Updated Jun 02, 2022

AMERICA'S WORST ROADS

The States with the Best and Worst Roads in America

Not only do badly maintained roads add time to our journeys, but they can also cost drivers serious money, as well as significant damage to the vehicles they’re driving. Sub-par road surfaces also reduce fuel efficiency so you’ll need to refuel more often, increasing your emissions as well as the cost of driving. The quality […]

by Zutobi · Updated Jun 02, 2022

What Do the US’s Most Dangerous Drivers Look Like?

What Do the US’s Most Dangerous Drivers Look Like?

Globally, road accidents tragically claim a life every 30 seconds and result in 20 injuries. It’s essential to note that these incidents are not limited to drivers alone; pedestrians are also profoundly impacted. The latest data from the World Health Organization (WHO) reveals that over 270,000 pedestrians lose their lives on the world’s roads each […]

by Zutobi · Updated Nov 21, 2023

SHARING THE ROAD WITH OTHERS

Sharing the Road with Other Road Users

As a driver, you must learn the rules of sharing the road with bicyclists, motorcycles, trucks, slow moving vehicles, low speed vehicles and horse-drawn carriages. Sharing the road requires that you understand how to adapt when you are driving to make the roads safe for everyone. Bicyclists Bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as […]

by Zutobi · Updated Apr 28, 2023

Emergency vehicles

Emergency Vehicles & Law Enforcement: What to Do and How to Act

When approaching an emergency vehicle on the roadway with flashing lights or sirens, you must yield the right-of-way in every situation. This includes police cars, ambulances, fire trucks, and other government vehicles with blinking or flashing lights. Emergency vehicles are allowed to break traffic rules, such as driving on the wrong side of the road, […]

by Zutobi · Updated May 03, 2023

SYNTHETIC VS CONVENTIONAL OIL

Synthetic Oil vs Conventional Oil – What’s the Difference and Which Should You Choose?

It’s been a long time since car manufacturers recommended that you change your motor oil every 3,000 miles. Today, modern cars have advanced past ignition points, carburetor adjustments, and even needing to add water to your battery. Modern motor oils are advanced too. Although uncommon, some even recommend a changing interval of up to 25,000 […]

by Zutobi · Updated Nov 14, 2024