Cars can get dirty very easily. Car exteriors seem to be magnets for dirt and other contaminants. At the same time, vehicle interiors suffer from dirt, dust, pollen, moisture, food particles, bacteria, viruses, fungi and more. According to Steve Lee, AAA Car Care Plus manager and ASE-certified automotive technician, it’s more important than ever to …
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The white-tailed deer is a typical sight in Ohio through much of the year. But when you’re driving, you may wish it wasn’t so common. According to the Highway Loss Data Institute, the number of insurance claims due to animal-vehicle collisions peaks each November. How to Hit a Deer Safely When a collision is imminent, …
As students get ready to start fall classes, many will be hitting the virtual books, leaving them vulnerable to cyberattacks and identity theft. AAA’s experts offer advice to protect virtual learners and families from these attacks and help them recover should one occur. “Cyberattacks are more common than people may think,” said Rob Zahn, chief …
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by Kelly Anne Gould for Travel Impressions We’ve all experienced that feeling of deep satisfaction and anticipation that comes with having a trip planned—a mood-booster when spirits are low. That’s been something we’ve needed plenty of this year. But how do you travel safely, in a way that makes everyone not only comfortable, but meets, …
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Located in East Central Ohio and spanning over multiple counties, Ohio’s Amish country is a unique culture hidden within the rural region. Visiting Amish country is an unforgettable experience for the whole family. While visiting, be sure to stop and enjoy these five activities to appreciate the Amish way of life. Visit Hershberger Farm While …
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Life is all about choices — and many of our most significant decisions revolve around keeping our loved ones safe and secure. While we do not know when something unexpected might happen, we can make smart decisions in preparation to help control the impact of what could happen next. Life insurance can help control the …
We’ve all been there. We are driving along, minding our own business, when we spot someone texting on their phone, whizzing past us at a high rate of speed or swerving from side to side. Most of us recognize these behaviors as unsafe and threats to our safety. Risky driving behaviors – “Do as I …
Owning a hybrid or electric car is beneficial for the environment. However, there are still plenty of ways that conventional car owners can improve fuel economy, reduce carbon emissions and get “greener” in their driving. Slow Your Roll. Most cars are optimally fuel-efficient at lower speeds, and fuel economy decreases rapidly at speeds above 50 …
Several studies report that women have anxiety about money and lack confidence in their ability to manage it. A 2017 study by Merrill Lynch found that only 52% of women say they are confident in managing investments, and one in four said they have not planned at all for their financial future. We offer six …
Visitors looking to explore the outdoors while enjoying unique shopping, dining and entertainment should add Athens County in southeast Ohio to their fall bucket list. Nestled in the rolling Appalachian hills, the region boasts world-class hiking and mountain biking trails, eclectic cuisine made from locally sourced ingredients and a vibrant music and craft beer scene. …
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