Maintaining Your Car’s Sunroof
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(Is this getting on your nerves yet?)
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(We thought so.)
Increased Risk for Distracted Driving in Summer
The Travelers Companies, Inc.and its public policy division, the Travelers Institute, are warning drivers about the increased risk for distracted driving this summer. TrueMotion, the leading smartphone telematics platform, recently analyzed the behavior of more than 20,000 drivers from January 2017 to May 2018 and found that they spent less time looking at the road and more time looking at their phones during the months of June, July and August. Specifically, the findings indicate summertime drivers are distracted for an average of about 15 minutes of every hour they spend driving — an increase of nearly 10 percent when compared to the rest of the year.
Tips For Buying A Car From A Private Seller
Car shopping can be confusing, especially if you’re looking for a used vehicle. Sometimes the perfect car for you is being sold by a private owner instead of a dealership. Is buying from a private seller a good idea? How do you know you’re getting the best deal on a reliable car?
Many car buyers find their ideal car, for their ideal price, by buying through a private seller. Here’s what you should know before you shop.
The Pros and Cons of Buying From a Private Seller:
Patrick Culligan Completes 21st Year Of Junior Achievement
We'd like to give a special shout out to our very own Patrick Culligan who recently completed his 21st year as a volunteer teacher for Junior Achievement of Northeastern New York. He taught a business class to Amy Ferrone’s 2nd grade class at Mechanicville Elementary School for 5 weeks for 1 hour per week. Junior Achievement is dedicated to educating students about issues relating to work readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy through the use of experiential, hands-on programs. In partnership with the business and education communities, and through the support of community volunteers, JA brings the real world to students, opening their minds to their potential. Pat would like to thank Amy and the Mechanicville Elementary School for the opportunity to help educate the class.
Go Pat!
How to Help Stay Safe While Driving During Tornadoes and Hail
Our safety professionals often answer questions about driving in severe weather. Here is a look at why certain conditions make for dangerous driving and some tips to help you stay safer. Remember, severe weather demands your undivided attention, so turn down the radio and minimize other distractions. Sometimes, the best driving decision you can make is to stay off the road until the weather clears.