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When it comes to driving safely, your best option is to always avoid driving in turbulent weather. Unfortunately, there are times when this can't be avoided. Below are some tips you can use when driving in strong wind or rain. Remember that when driving in severe weather, you have to give your undivided attention to both the road and your fellow passengers.

What is health insurance? Health insurance provides financial security in the event that an individual has medical expenses that they cannot pay. People will pay a monthly fee to a health insurance provider, which allows them a financial allotment for medical expenses that they may incur. When people acquire health insurance, they acquire financial stability in the knowledge that they will be covered if anything does happen to them.

You've invested in your machine. You've attended the classes and passed the tests. You've bought your shiny new helmet and your leathers. You've updated your insurance policy to cover motorcycles. Are you ready to hit the road as a brand-new biker? Not quite! Take a moment to review some basic principles of motorcycle etiquette before you roar off into the sunset.

Aggressive driving results from a variety of dangerous driving acts such as speeding, going through a red light to following other cars too closely. Drivers become irritated from crowded roads, but the source of aggressive driving lies within the driver’s actions and attitudes. Motorists need to evaluate their own behavior to stem the possibility of aggressive driving. Plot the Drive The drive and its purpose should be planned before beginning. Preparing for the trip gives a driver focus instead of driving in a haphazard or rushed manner to reach a destination at a certain time. The frustration of not allowing enough time could lead to rapid driving. Organizing the trip allows for stops for gas purchases, detours or bad weather. Plans should also include preparing for items to be brought on the trip. Being Influenced by the Behavior of Other Drivers It is easy to be affected by the actions of another driver who might cut in or use the brake unpredictably. The driver may t

Do you have classic babysitting in your garage, waiting patiently for sunny days when you roll down the road with the top down and the oldies pumping through the speakers? Maybe you use it more often. It's difficult to escape the allure of using a classic car as a daily driver. If you fixed it up yourself, you'll want to show it off to the world as a testament to your skill. Maybe you'll even drive it up the coast or across the country to car shows. When using a classic car to its full potential, its easy to see why you'd want to have it covered under a good insurance policy. You'll want your baby taken care of if--heaven forbid--something were to happen to it. However, even if you only use your car on rare occasions and keep it stored and in tip-top shape, it's always important for it to be covered by an insurance policy. If you're worried about the cost of insuring a vehicle after you just spent all that time and money of fixing it up, keep in m

When winter arrives, snow and ice can make driving hazardous. Accidents with other vehicles, sliding off the road and mechanical breakdowns are more frequent, making it imperative you have an emergency kit already packed. Having some supplies in the trunk of your car or tucked behind the seats of your pickup can make all the difference in your comfort and safety should you be involved in an emergency. Here are some items you'll want to include when putting together your kit.

For beginner bike riders, it's tempting to go straight to a big Harley-Davidson right out of the box. There's no denying, Harleys, and some other big bikes, do have a certain cool factor that's hard to replicate with a smaller bike, but factors like cost and safety make going small before going big a sound decision. And smaller bikes are a lot easier to use when it's time to get that operator's license. Here are five great bikes to start out on. Honda Rebel 250 This is an easy one to find in either new or used condition. Its low profile allows for a lower center of gravity that's perfect for the beginner, and it's easy to get two feet firmly on the ground at stops. Getting north of 80 miles per gallon, the 234cc engine makes the bike very wallet friendly to operate. Buell Blast A past subsidiary of Harley-Davidson, the Buell Blast was last produced in 2009, but there are quite a few used ones available today. It's light weight of only 36