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...
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...
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...
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...
The effects of the global COVID 19 pandemic can still be felt, especially in the interconnected global supply chain. In the United States, the automobile repair shop network is facing both materials and skilled labor shortages, causing some auto repairs to take...
We’ve all been there… driving along and a light pops up on your dashboard. The panic sets in. You don’t know whether to test your luck and keep driving, or pull over and call for roadside assistance. That’s why we came up with this handy guide to help quell the panic...
One of our favorite nice weather activities is to get in the car, roll down the windows and hang your head out the window while you go for a ride. We’re talking about your dog of course! Unfortunately, dogs can be ruff on your car. Riding around in cars with dogs...
Throughout May, which is both National Bike and Bike Safety Awareness Month, cyclists across the country celebrate the many benefits of cycling which include improved fitness and health as well as reduced stress. It is also the perfect opportunity to educate kids and...
FUN 107 morning host Michael Rock shared on air that Mike from the MAPFRE-sponsored DOT Highway Assistance Patrol was his “angel” when he ran out of gas on 128. Responding to over 60,000 incidents on highways in metro Boston, Worcester, Springfield and Cape Cod each...