A lot of people just tend to throw their dog into the back seat when going for a car ride.  They aren’t tied down, they roam around the car, and move around as they choose.  Although your dog make like that, it isn’t safe.  We would never let our child or anyone else do that, so why would we let our dogs do that?  If we were to get into an accident and our dog is sitting on the seat, and we slam on the brakes they will really hurt themselves.

Having your dog do as they please in the car is no safe way to carry around your dog.  If you’re looking for tips on how to get your dog to ride well in the car and to ride safely, consider a few of the tips below!

Puppy - First of all, you want to make sure you let your dog ride in the car as soon as they are a puppy.  The younger they get used to it, the more they will like to ride in the car and feel more comfortable and used to it.

Start the car – Now, put them in the car and start the engine.  This loud noise and vibration may scare them for a minute or two, so give them some time to get used to the noises. 

Cage – When they’re a puppy or riding in the car for the first few times put them in a cage.  They will feel safer and more secure while riding in this “scary thing.”

Experience – Make sure you create a good atmosphere and good experience when they ride in the car.  When you take them somewhere take them to a park to play, give them plenty of treats and make it fun.  Then they will associate the car rides for something fun.

Avoid eating – Make sure you avoid giving them food and water before you take them in the car.  They may get sick and end up throwing up.  If so, they will not like car rides and will associate them with getting sick.

Bathroom – Let them go to the bathroom before you take them too.  This will avoid any accidents in the car.

Seatbelt – Ok, now for the safety.  Never let your dog roam around the car without being tied down to something.  Simply because they will get hurt and it isn’t safe.  Get your dog a seatbelt for the car.  If you care about your dog you’ll get one.  You wouldn’t let your little one sit in the car without a car seat, so why let your dog?

Letting your dog get used to car rides takes time, training and a lot of safety thinking.  Consider a few of the tips above, and make sure your dog is just as safe as you are in the car!

Every car needs a title, and if you’ve found that you can’t find it, or you’ve lost it, you may think that you’re out of luck.  Well, this isn’t the case, but you’re going to have to go through some steps in order to get it back.

Contact your local DMV - The first thing that you want to do is contact your local DMV department.  Explain your situation, and tell them that you lost your vehicle title.  They will be able to tell you how to get your title back.  Some DMV’s do this, while others will direct you elsewhere.  This will at least get you on the right path.

What are your options? When you talk with someone on the form, find out how you can get your title back.  In some states, you can do it by mail, while others make you do it in person.  I prefer the mail, or phone, because it will allow you to avoid those nasty long lines at your DMV.

There will always be a fee - Yes, like anything in life, and especially when it deals with the government, you’re going to find that there are going to be fees.  Don’t expect to walk in there, and get your title back for no charge.  You’re going to have to generally dish out a few bucks, no matter where you live.

Fill out the form correctly – When you figure out where to go to get your lost title, you’re going to most likely have to fill out a form.  When you fill out the form, make sure that you fill out everything, as well make sure it’s accurate.  If it isn’t accurate, you will find that it will be rejected.

Just wait – When the form is finally completed, you will have to wait for it to be processed.  This can take up to a few days, depending on your office, and how busy it is.  You can generally call up, and get a status.

When you finally get your title back, make sure you always know where it is.  This should be a valuable lesson, because if you ask anyone that has lost one, they will most likely tell you that they don’t want it to happen again!

It seems like our license plate tabs always seem to sneak up on us.  Before we know it, another year went by and we need to purchase tabs again.  Although, the tabs are pretty small, and easy to misplace, what happens when you loose them?  Our worst fear is that we’re going to have to pay full price for them again.  If you’ve lost your license plate tabs and you’re not sure what to do, continue reading below.

Search – Okay, so you’ve lost your license plate tabs.  First you want to do a search in your vehicle, in your house, through your mail and look anywhere you can.

Think back – Now, think back to where you may have placed them.  Look through your drawers, on the counter, and think of what you were doing when you got them.  I’ve lost mine before and if I would have remembered what I was doing when I got them, I would have been able to find them.

Secretary of State – If you’ve thought back to what you were doing when you got them, and have searched every place you can think of, you’re probably not going to find them (until after you get them again, of course.)  So, what you’re going to want to do is go down to the secretary of state.  Tell them your story, and they will be able to give you a second set of tabs.  What’s great about this is that you only have to pay a small fee of I think $5.  So, luckily you don’t have to repay the full price that you already did the first time around.

Just remember to bring cash or check only.  The secretary of state doesn’t accept credit cards.  Also, be sure to bring your license!

If ever you loose your license plate tabs I would recommend that you do the steps above.  You will get your license plate tabs and only pay a small fee!  Don’t panic because it happens to everyone at some point.

When the winter months sneak up on us, they’re here for a pretty long time.  The snow may be a pretty site, but driving in it’s a whole another story.  Driving in the winter, snow, and on the icy roads is nothing but dangerous.  Not to mention, if you don’t really need to go or be anywhere, you should really just stay inside.  There are several accidents each year due to the snow.  So, when you’re on the road, you want to make sure you’re as safe as can be.  To make sure you are, consider a few of these tips.

Stay – As stated above, you want to make sure you only go out if you really need to.  If it can wait, wait until the roads are plowed and safe to drive on.

Take your time – Be sure to take your time when you’re driving.  Don’t be in a hurry to get anywhere because all it takes is one slip from your tires, and you’re off the road.  I was driving at 30 miles an hour and still went off the road.  So, make sure you really go under the speed limit.

Don’t worry – If other cars are tailgating you, ignore them.  Everyone is always in a hurry to get no where.  You’re better off safe than sorry.  If they’re that bothered they can pass you, so leave that up to them.

Cell phone – Always make sure you bring your cell phone with you.  Just in case something happens to you, or someone else you will have help thanks to your cell phone. 

Emergency items – When the winter months hit, make sure you make a winter package that is in your vehicle.  Have some food, water, and tools for your vehicle.  These just may save the day.  Also, be sure to pack your car with blankets.  If you’re almost on “E”, you won’t be able to keep warm for very long.

Driving in the snow and ice is very scary.  It is something you don’t want to do unless you have to.  Make sure you get rid of all distractions, have both hands on the wheel, and you’re ready for anything.  Also, consider a few of these tips to keep your safe on the road.

Like all Honda’s this vehicle is something to be proud about.  The gas mileage is great, it makes a perfect family vehicle, has a good price range, and offers several great features!  To read up more about the Honda Insight, continue reading below!

Honda Insight’s Available: LX, EX, LX w/ Navigation system

Seating capacity : 5 people

MSRP: $19,800 – $23,100

Key features :

- Applies to certain models only:

• LED Brakelights
• 160 Watt AM/FM/CD player
• Bluetooth
• Enhanced rear visibility
• Navigation system
• USB audio interface
• Safety airbags
• LATCH system for car seats
• Traction control
• XM Satellite radio
• ECO Assist

Gas mileage : 40/43 MPG

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