This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Getting more miles out of a tank of gas can help your wallet, particularly when gas prices surge at the pump. Older cars tend to be less fuel efficient, which impacts how often you must fill up your tank. If you can’t trade-in your gas-guzzler for a more …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com An engine air filter in your car filters out dirt, debris, and other particles that could harm the engine. An engine air filter’s purpose is to ensure only clean air enters a car’s engine. We talked to two car experts to learn how car engine air filters work …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com A catalytic converter’s main function is to convert harmful pollutants from internal combustion engines into less harmful substances. As a result, a catalytic converter reduces a car’s harmful emissions by about 90%, which means less harm to the environment and you. A catalytic converter drastically cuts down on …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com State laws regarding loud music vary widely. Depending on where you live, driving with loud music may be illegal. For example, some states include loud music in their distracted driving laws. Other states give specific definitions for what counts as loud music and impose penalties. And some don’t …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com All states have laws about driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs. Generally, state laws about DUIs apply to any vehicle, not just cars or motor vehicles. According to Alcohol.org, you can get a DUI on a golf cart just like a DUI on a bicycle …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Most modern motorcycles have catalytic converters. Since 2003, motorcycles have been subject to stricter emissions standards, and the easiest, cheapest, and simplest way for manufacturers to meet those standards is to install a catalytic converter. What is a catalytic converter for a motorcycle? A motorcycle’s catalytic converter is …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines an alcohol ignition interlock as a device installed in vehicles that measures alcohol on the driver’s breath. An ignition interlock device requires a vehicle operator to pass a blood alcohol test — a breathalyzer — to start the engine. …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com There are three elements to changing gears on a motorcycle: the clutch lever, shift lever, and throttle. You need to release the throttle, pull in the clutch lever, use the shift lever to change gears, release the clutch lever, and reengage the throttle. This process may seem challenging …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com How often do you think about your tires? They may not be the most exciting aspect of car ownership, but tires are critical to your vehicle’s performance and safety. Worn-down tires don’t just limit performance. They also pose a serious and easily avoidable risk to you, your passengers, …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com To use cruise control, you can typically press buttons on your steering wheel to activate the system, set your speed, adjust your speed up or down within the system, and deactivate the system. Using cruise control lets you set a speed for your car to maintain even if …
