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Illinois is stunning state for a safe drive

Chicago, Illinois is a major transportation and museum hub. It’s well-known for its cuisine, including horseshoe sandwiches, deep dish pizzas and corn dogs. Illinois was also the first state to abolish slavery. Illinois offers a lot for visitors, particularly for those who want to drive around the state. Here’s a comprehensive list of places to visit: Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive Spoon River Valley is a picturesque 140-mile trip with more than two-dozen attractions. The lovely byway hosts flea markets, antique shows and handmade delicacy businesses. Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive Fall Festival is the main attraction of the valley’s scenic drive. The Spoon River has created a vast geographic valley across Fulton County. It offers remarkable richness throughout the

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Dos and don’ts, compensation after a motorcycle accident

Having a motorcycle accident is nothing to joke about. Hundreds of people are hurt or killed in this way every year. Some people ride motorcycles for a rush of adrenaline, others use their bikes to commute. But it doesn’t matter why you want to ride a motorbike, you need to be safe. If an accident occurs, you should be compensated if you’re not at fault. Here are suggestions if you’re in an accident and are unsure what to do. Hire A Motorcycle Accident Specialist Lawyer As soon as a motorbike accident occurs, start the process of finding and engaging a lawyer. The sooner you get in touch with your motorcycle accident lawyer, the sooner he or she can begin working

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An overview of bicycle laws on the road

Bicycle accidents often result in severe injuries and even fatalities. Although cyclists can be at fault, motorists should exercise extra vigilance because cyclists have significantly fewer safety features. Determining negligence in bicycle accidents can be challenging. Bicycle accidents involve several variables, such as child accident liability and other resources relating to bicycle accidents and the law. This article explains liability fundamentals, tips, and strategies for staying safe when cycling.   According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nearly 850 cyclists were killed and an estimated 49,000 were injured in the United States in road accidents in 2019. Immediate post-accident actions could significantly affect whether you receive full compensation for your accident-related losses. Seek immediate medical help. Also, consult

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Car Subscription Services: Pros, Cons, Costs; Worthy?

Forget about fitting winter tires to your loan car this year. Instead, take out a car subscription on an SUV for six months when the weather is at its worst. In the spring, exchange it for a convertible. It costs the same or less than a loan vehicle, and you don’t have to worry about servicing costs, insurance, road tax or breakdown cover. These are taken care of in the lease agreement in some car subscription services. What Is A Car Subscription Service? Around 6 1/2 billion people globally own a smartphone, which translates to around 90 percent of adults. What this means is the vast majority of the population is familiar with the subscription model used by smartphones, as

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Car care is really important when autumn is in the air

Fall is approaching. That means it’s time to start getting your car ready for the seasonal changes with proper car care. Here are several tips to help you get started. As the leaves start to turn and days grow shorter, it’s important to make sure your car is ready for the autumn. One way to do this is to get an extended car warranty. The best extended warranty companies will cover repairs to your vehicle if something goes wrong, helping you to avoid unexpected costs. In addition, an extended warranty can give you peace of mind knowing that you’re covered in case of any car care problems. So if you’re looking to get your car ready for autumn, be sure

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Affordable ways to buy a new or used car

Getting your own car can have a huge impact on your life. It can provide great independence as well as the ability to travel near or far while only having to spend money on fuel. It can also be expensive. Many people trying to buy a new car don’t have the access to the funds required to purchase a new car at a dealership. Fortunately, many affordable options are available to explore, and you won’t have spend a fortune to start traveling where you wish. Here are some different ways to purchase a car without having to pay above and beyond your budget Explore Used Car Options One of the best ways to buy a car without excessive spending is

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7 Road Trip Essentials When Traveling With a Baby

Road trips are excellent travel options, especially when traveling with kids. You can go at your own pace, allowing stops for bathroom breaks or for assisting a restless baby. Deciding what to pack for a road trip, however, can be daunting, especially if you are a new parent. Here are seven road trip essentials when traveling with your young children to improve the chances of a stress-free family vacation. First Aid Kit Be sure to purchase a ready-made or self-assembled first aid to carry in the vehicle. Essential include gauze pads, adhesive bandages, scissors, cold packs, antiseptic pads and tweezers to prepare for emergencies. Also carry any medications your child might need as well as antibiotic ointments and your physician’s

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Top 5 tips for being a responsible driver

Learning to become a driver and getting your own transportation can be one of our biggest freedoms. When you have your own car, you don’t have to rely on public transport. Sure, public transport can be great. It can be low cost and better for the environment. You can focus on work or leisure while on the road rather than focusing on driving. But you are also constrained to specific timetables and subject to strikes, delays and cancellations. You have to get to and from stations. You’re required to carry your own luggage physically. When you drive, everything is simplified. If you have children, the scenario can become easier; you don’t have to worry about your children getting lost or

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Are Motorcycle Accidents Increasing or Decreasing in California?

Riding a motorcycle can be a wonderful experience. But depending on which kind of rider you are, you could either be part of California’s yearly motorcycle accidents crash or a safe driver. It’s disheartening to see motorcycle crashes make up nearly 15 percent of road accident deaths in the United States but are only three percent of the country’s registered motor vehicle owners. The number of motorcycle accidents in California depends on various factors. For example, car accidents typically increase during specific times of the year. Most of these cases involve increases in car traffic, driving while under the influence or bad weather conditions. The latest year-to-year comparisons of accident rates by vehicle type show how using mobile phones and

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TheWeeklyDriver.com expands free coverage, seeks support

TheWeeklyDriver.com, the independent new car review and news website online since 2004, has expanded its content platform in several key areas. With the addition of PRNewsWire content, readers can now visit the site to read general interest automotive business news updated daily. A separate daily content news feed features only Truck News. The new content supplements the mainstays of the site, new car reviews and automotive news. The site features more than 700 reviews of vehicles driven beginning in 2004. For more than four years, the website has also featured The Weekly Driver Podcast. Co-host Bruce Aldrich and I have broadcast wide-ranging, 30-minute episodes with guests from the automotive landscape — authors to analysts, vintage car owners to industry experts.

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Walmart looks to the future, buys 4,500 Canoo vans

Walmart, the country’s largest retail began with founder Sam Walton driving often a 1979 Ford F-150 pickup truck loaded with merchandise, has taken a giant leap of automotive faith. It has purchased 4,500 Canoo electronic Lifestyle Delivery Vehicles (LDV). The futuristic-looking van debuted as a concept vehicle in 2019 at the Los Angeles Auto Show and will be used for delivery of the company’s online orders. Walmart First Canoo Fleet Buyer Walmart bought the vehicles, announced in 2021 with a starting price of $34,750, as part of its goal to eliminate emissions from its operations by 2040. The Canoo is on track to start production in late 2022 and will be delivered to the first customers, including Walmart, in 2023.

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Celebrity cars, big money in Monterey Auto Week

Michael Schumacher, the retired seven-time Formula One world titlist, hasn’t been in public for nearly a decade. He suffered major head injuries in a skiing accident in 2013 and was placed into a medically induced coma. But Schumacher’s unmatched career legacy remains, in keen focus via his son Mick, a current F1 competitor. Among the cars the elder Schumacher drove is a Ferrari F300, Chassis No. 187. It was driven by the German champion in his four victories during his 1998 World Championship season. Equipped with a 3.0-liter V-10 engine, a maximum engine speed of 17,500 rpm and producing 800 horsepower, the supercar will be among several celebrity vehicles offered for auction in August during Monterey Auto Week. Like real

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5 Tips For Proper Truck Maintenance

Proper truck maintenance is essential for the reliability and longevity of your truck. It also helps avoid expensive repairs and accidents. And it can prevent you from getting stopped by law enforcement for a “fix-it ticket,” like having a broken taillight. It’s easy to take your truck for granted. It’s parked in the garage, driveway or on the street most of the time. But that doesn’t mean you can ignore its basic maintenance. Here are five tips for proper truck maintenance: Get Regular Tuneups To avoid breakdowns and costly repairs, regular checkups are essential. Engine problems are most common due to the wear and tear of the car. So it’s recommended to get your engine tuned every 10,000 miles. You

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Toyota Tundra sales plummet, few changes planned for 2023

The Toyota Tundra full-size pickup truck had its peak annual sales 15 years ago when the 2007 year-end tally was just under 197,000. With increased competition, the truck’s selling success has never been anywhere close. Since 2018, sales of the Tundra have drastically dipped from 118,258 in 2018 to 81,959 in 2021. It was the poorest sales tally for the Tundra since 2009. In 2020, the Tundra was sharply criticized, including by U.S. News & Report. It wrote: “It’s been 13 years since this Toyota got a complete redesign. Most full-size rivals have more comfortable interiors, smoother rides, better composure, and higher-end cabins. Though the Tundra comes standard with a powerful V8 engine, it still can’t tow or haul as

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Elon Musk faces more woes including massive lawsuit

Elon Musk can seemingly never escape controversy. The latest? The electric vehicle pioneer and two of his companies, Tesla and SpaceX, are being sued for $258 billion. According to Bloomberg, the business news service, the CEO of the country’s increasingly popular EV, is facing a massive lawsuit filed by Keith Johnson and announced on June 16. On the same day, employees of SpaceX, sent a letter to the company’s executives detailing that Musk is a “distraction and embarrassment” to the company. Elon Musk: Dodgy Dogecoin? “Elon’s behavior in the public sphere is a frequent source of distraction and embarrassment for us, particularly in recent weeks,” read the letter, which was provided to Reuters, the international news service. Musk was also

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Ford recall numbers skyrocket, another 3 million affected

For the fifth time in five years, Ford is recalling vehicles. The culprit this time is the possibility of nearly three million cars rolling away after being shifted into park mode because of degrading transmission components. The recall covers certain 2013 to 2019 Escape, 2013 to 2018 C-Max, 2013 to 2016 Fusion, 2013 to 2021 Transit Connect, and 2015 to 2018 Edge vehicles. Ford Recall: Latest Defect Cause Unknown According to a Ford recall report filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a damaged bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission could degrade or detach in the affected vehicles. Ford said the cause of the defect is unknown. A damaged or detached bushing could prevent the

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