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News Featured Stories News Releases- April 06, 2022 455
They'll take your breath away–figuratively and otherwise.
The U.S. has some of the most beautifully scenic drives in the world, and that’s a fact. A long drive through certain regions of the U.S. can transport you to land's most untamable terrains.
Dangerous (or alluring, depending on who you ask) roads are everywhere from the slopes of the highest peaks to the frozen tundra.
Here are three of the most dangerous:
Tail of the Dragon
Near the borders of Tennessee and North Carolina, on the edge of The Great Smoky Mountains National Park, runs this infamous stretch of U.S. Route 129. With a...
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- June 28, 2021 54
This July 4th feels different. Americans will be hitting the highways in droves, and who can blame them? After the pandemic, the shutdowns, and a year of limited travel, this year, Independence Day will feel just a bit more...free.
Likewise, the most dangerous weekend of the year will probably be even deadlier in 2021, as we celebrate our re-found freedom. A reopening nation, drinking, more vehicles on the roads, and distractions in the form of fireworks and cell phones make the conditions even more hazardous than usual.
While we do recommend the usual safety tips (don’t drink and drive,...
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Featured Stories- March 22, 2018 71
Are you going on a road trip this spring? Check out these tips from Car Ninja.
The much-awaited spring season is here. This is the season for holidays, breaks from work and long drives with family and friends. While it certainly is great news we have to ensure that such road trips are free from stress and are safe and enjoyable. Breakdowns and even minor accidents could create problems and therefore we should ensure that things are taken care of as best as possible. It would avoid wastage of time and energy in repairing and setting things right. Hence, we will try and have a look at the various...
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News Featured Stories- June 26, 2017 47
It's summertime and gas prices are going down! According to The Associated Press, the national average price of a gallon of regular-grade gasoline has dropped 7 cents over the past two weeks, to $2.32. The U.S. average diesel price has also dropped, down 3 cents from 2 weeks ago. That means it's time for a road trip! Here are summer road trip ideas from Outside Magazine.
American Road Trip
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News News Releases- July 19, 2016 50
This summer is the perfect time for a long road trip, and not just because you have a new RV. According to AAA, gas prices are the lowest they’ve been since 2004. The drop is due to declining crude oil costs and abundant fuel suppliers.
Average gas prices are below $2 (2 dollars!) a gallon in seven states, including: Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Missouri and South Carolina. In the entire United States around 1 in 4 gas stations are selling gas for less than $2 a gallon. Baring large unexpected events, such as a natural disaster or a distributor issue, it looks like this...
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News News Releases Safety Guides Safety Community- May 25, 2016 131
Summer is coming up, and that means barbeques, hot weather, and of course road trips! We want you to stay safe this summer, whether you are traveling along Route 66, Highway One, or simply taking your kids to soccer practice. Safecar.gov, a website powered by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, has a great interactive summer driving guide.
It’s very important to properly maintain your vehicle, especially if you plan on doing a lot of driving this summer. Solve any issues before they turn into dangerous problems. Schedule a safety inspection right now. I can wait. Ok, you scheduled...
