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Checking Tire Pressure

Checking Tire Pressure

Did you know a properly inflated tire will provide longer life, better steering response, fuel efficiency and a smoother ride? A lot of important things (including yourself) are riding on you keeping those tires up to snuff and that’s why MAPFRE Insurance is showing...

Getting Out of the Snow When You’re Stuck

Getting Out of the Snow When You’re Stuck

You get in your car and suddenly you realize you’re stuck. The snow is up to the tires and they’re just spinning away. What do you do? Shovel outThe first step is to dig out your car and try to make it so you can see all the tires. Remove as much snow as you possibly...

How to Open a Frozen Car Door

How to Open a Frozen Car Door

Ever go out to your car in the morning and you can’t get in because your door is frozen shut? MAPFRE Insurance shows you what you need to do when this happens to you!Dealing with a frozen lockIf just your lock is frozen you can try a deicer solution or even hand...

Winter Survival Kit for Your Vehicle

Winter Survival Kit for Your Vehicle

Don’t wait for snow and ice to arrive before winterizing your vehicle. Make sure both you and your vehicle are ready to hit the road safely during inclement weather. Most likely the tires you have on your vehicle are all-seasons and are fine for every weather...

Keeping Older Drivers Safe on the Road

Keeping Older Drivers Safe on the Road

Driving a vehicle can help older adults keep their independence. But if an older individual is experiencing loss of vision or hearing or if they are suffering a decline in cognition, driving may be a hindrance or worse dangerous. Seniors, age 65 and older, are among...

Keeping Your Child Safe in a Car Seat

Keeping Your Child Safe in a Car Seat

Vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for children ages one to 13 according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. With November being Child Safety and Protection month, it’s even more important to make sure your little one is safe and in the...

10 Tips to Prepare Your Car for Winter

10 Tips to Prepare Your Car for Winter

Daylight Saving Time has ended, you’re digging out your boots, you crave comfort food… these are all sure signs that, in the words of everyone’s favorite show, winter is coming.   Despite maybe wanting to hibernate, chances are you will need to venture out. This means...

Safe Driving Tips for Black Friday

Safe Driving Tips for Black Friday

We’re all in the same boat during Black Friday, stuffed with turkey and ravenous for a good deal on the coolest gifts and gadgets of the year. Even though the deals might be extreme, that doesn’t mean your driving should be. Use these helpful tips to keep yourself...