(NAPSI)—Scientists and engineers have come up with some exciting technology for now and the near future. Five Great Ideas For instance, physicists at Wake Forest University have developed a fabric that converts subtle differences in temperature into electricity. It sounds shocking but it can safely be used in a cell phone case you carry in Read More …
Category: Auto
CAR CORNER Three Reasons Not To File A Claim For That Fender Bender
(NAPSI)—Although you’ll almost certainly want to have your insurance company cover the cost of a car accident involving multiple cars and serious damage, with plenty of other crashes, you may want to simply cover the cost yourself. Here are some conditions and situations when that option can make sense. The more of these that apply, Read More …
SAFETY ON THE ROAD Tips For Parents Of Teen Drivers
(NAPSI)—The National Safety Council reports that half of all teen drivers will be involved in a car crash before graduating from high school. Listening to these helpful tips and utilizing available technology can help you keep your teen driver safer. Advice For Teens A safer driving experience can be achieved with deliberate steps like wearing Read More …
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Picking A Great Place To Work
(NAPSI)—Here’s good news for people wanting great jobs in the tech industry. For the fourth year in a row, one company in the space has been nationally recognized as a “Top Workplace.” Even better: That company, Carfax, is hiring more workers. You probably know Carfax for their Vehicle History Report, an invention that transformed how Read More …
BE CAR CARE AWARE When, Where, How And Why To Change Your Vehicle’s Oil
(NAPSI)—Basic vehicle maintenance is an easy, inexpensive way to prolong the life of vehicles and avoid costly repairs down the road. “When thinking about vehicle maintenance, regular oil changes likely come to mind first,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. “A quick review of the why, when, where and how of changing your Read More …
OUT GREAT GROWERS How American Farmers Feed The World
(NAPSI)—According to the Census Bureau, there are 3.2 million farmers operating 2.1 million farms covering 915 million acres. Each U.S. farmer, reports the Farm Journal Foundation, produces enough food to feed 155 people and is the leading producer of more than 50 foods of importance to diets throughout the world. How They Do It Fortunately, Read More …
PROTECTING OUR CHILDREN Keep Your Kids On The Road To Safety
(NAPSI)—There’s good news, bad news and great news about children and safety on the road. The good news is that car seats, booster seats and seat belts save lives. In fact, in 2015, car seats saved the lives of an estimated 248 children under age 5. The bad news is every day in America, too Read More …
MOVING IDEAS Dos And Don’ts To Help You Keep On Truckin’
(NAPSI)—Picture this: You’re at the wheel of a real truck, driving down the highway, with everything you own in the back. That’s not just some escapist fantasy. It’s a great way to save time and money the next time you move. It can also be a grand adventure. Take the scenic route; fit a little Read More …
BE CAR CARE AWARE Vehicle Checklist For Car Pool Season
(NAPSI)—If any of the nearly 56 million children in the country getting ready to go back to school via car pools are yours, you can help make sure all the vehicles involved are kid safe and road ready with a five-point checklist: Check lights and wipers for visibility. With shorter days and inclement weather ahead, Read More …
BE CAR CARE AWARE Keep Your Car Breathing Well: Change The Air Filters
(NAPSI)—Just as you need clean air to breathe, so does your car. The vehicle’s air filters are what make that possible. To help them keep doing that and ensure vehicle longevity and interior comfort, car owners should have the engine and cabin air filters inspected and changed regularly. How They Work The vehicle’s engine air Read More …