It’s a surprising situation when you turn the key in your vehicle’s ignition and nothing happens. The vehicle either makes a strange clicking noise as if it’s trying to start or else nothing, silence. It could also make an attempt to start, the engine turning...
Oil leaks are incredibly common, although the reasons for the leak could be one of many. It’s true that older vehicles will leak oil much more regularly than newer, and while the reasons are obvious (The vehicle’s components are degrading with age and everyday wear...
Wiper blades are essential to safe driving. When the wiper blades are damaged or worn to the point of ineffectiveness, driving can be both frustrating and dangerous. When you drive in a climate like Montana’s, it’s easy to forget the wiper blades; seldom does the...
It’s an unfortunate event: due to a snowstorm or the movement of snow from a plow post-storm, your vehicle is buried in snow on the side of the road. And it usually happens that you discover the buried vehicle the moment before you have to...
It can be a scary experience to find yourself with a broken-down vehicle, stranded on the side of the road. It can happen for any number of reasons, including engine/transmission, gas trouble, flat tire, etc. And many of us are not prepared to handle the...
If you have a vehicle or two parked in your lot or taking up space in your garage, a vehicle that no longer runs and that you’re sure has reached the end of its useful life, then you can have the vehicle towed somewhere where...
Roadside Assistance is an asset which, when used for the first time, proves invaluable. When you decide to either include roadside assistance in your insurance policy, or if you choose to buy a subscription separately, it’s an important add on that’s more than a convenience....
When you have a vehicle trouble and find yourself stranded waiting for help to arrive, it’s important that you remember a few things to keep yourself safe. First, hopefully you’ve packed an emergency kit and have the supplies you need. Hopefully you’ve contacted your trusted...
Do you have a plan if your vehicle breaks down somewhere in the middle of the night? Do you know how to change a flat? Or, do you have a plan and a kit in place in the event that your vehicle is inoperable and...
It’s the season for travel. And nothing is quite like a well-planned road trip; it doesn’t matter whether you travel an hour away to the mountains or across the country, road trip perfection is rooted in preparation and planning. Hopefully you find yourself outside this...