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Becca Hopkins

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6 Reasons to Crate Your Dog in the Car

Should dogs be in a crate in the car while driving? I’ve got six reasons why car crating will change your life and improve your car safety game. It’s not illegal to drive with a dog on your lap, but it should be. Having a loose dog in the front of the vehicle is just as distracting as texting and adds an additional layer of danger in the event of an accident.

6. Crating your dog in the car is safer for them

We know that dogs love to wander around in the car and stick their heads out of the win
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EV Rebate vs. Tax Credit: What's the Difference Between EV Incentives?

Buying an EV could be a really smart decision right now. Electric vehicle incentives are the icing on the cake and, overall, could help you save (or get back) thousands of dollars after purchase. There are various federal, state, and local EV incentives to help buyers afford the vehicle they want. These include EV tax credits, rebates, and other offers. What’s the difference between these incentives? Let’s take a look.

First, let’s take a look at tax credits. Federal and state EV tax credits ca
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The Creepy and Tragic History of the Mercedes-Benz Name

Mercedes-Benz is possibly the most well-known German car company in the world, and easily one of the most recognized and respected luxury brands. The Mercedes S-Class, G-Wagon, and Mercedes-AMG GT are icons in the premium performance car world. The brand also has a strong history of racing. But did you know about the stranger side of Mercedes-Benz’s history, and the tragic story of one Mercedes Jellinek?

The history of Mercedes-Benz, Daimler, and the Jellinek family

In 1886, two men invent the
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Viva La ‘Vette: A History of the Iconic Chevy Corvette

The Corvette is easily one of the most iconic American muscle cars, and it has been throughout its life. It’s relatively affordable compared to other luxury sports cars and supercars, it’s wildly fun, and it always stands out. Explore the history of the Chevy Corvette to see how this car came to be the monster it is today.

Note: Back in the day, there used to be more changes to cars yearly, rather than the five-to-eight-year cycles that we’re used to seeing now. So, the first few decades didn’t
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Could You Buy 1 of These 5 Cars With the Number of Pennies That Fit in the Trunk?

Could You Buy 1 of These 5 Cars With the Number of Pennies That Fit in the Trunk?

Small cars, big cars, sports cars, muscle cars… unless you’re talking about EVs with frunks, most cars have a trunk of some kind. Trunk space varies widely based on body style, and car reviewers have tested cargo area with all sorts of props—including boxes of bananas. But what about the modest penny?

How many pennies could fit in the trunk of a Civic, Camry, Miata, Mustang, or Porsche 911, and would those pennie
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Can the Music You Listen to Hurt Your EV’s Range?

Can the Music You Listen to Hurt Your EV’s Range?

Most of us love to have something on in the car while we’re driving. Road-trip playlists, favorite podcasts for our commute to the office, power ballads that sound best when sung alone in a car—music sets the scene and passes the time. We know that listening to music too loudly can prove fatal, but did you know that the music you listen to may also be ruining your EV’s driving range?

A recent scientific study shows that your tunes and your EV r
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Do Dogs Get Carsick? What to Do if Fido Tosses His Cookies

Do Dogs Get Carsick? What to Do if Fido Tosses His Cookies

Why does my dog throw up on car rides? Your pup may love going on adventures with you but hate the driving part. Motion sickness in dogs is actually a lot more common than you think, and some of the signs of dog carsickness can be subtle.

Learn what triggers motion sickness, how to treat it, and how to properly clean up your car in the event that Fido tosses his cookies.

Can dogs get motion sickness like people?

Yes! The same sensory
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8 Things That Could Be Destroying Your Car's Resale Value

When you spend money on a car, whether it’s a luxury sports car or a family-friendly sedan, you hope that it’ll hold enough value to be worth something if you ever want to trade it in or sell it. And now is a very good time to trade or sell your car.

The prices of used cars have skyrocketed to new-car prices, in some places. Trading in your car at a reputable dealership or selling it through a private sale could get you a lot of money to put toward a new vehicle. But, there are a lot of factors
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5 Decades of the BMW M Series

It’s little wonder why BMW has an excellent reputation, at least for building performance cars. Reliability and cost-to-own aside, it’s one brand that springs to mind when you think about sports cars and roadsters. The BMW M Series’ influence is a major reason for the brand’s reputation.

The M Series has hit five decades in the ‘20s, and to celebrate, Forbes took a 2002 BMW Z3 M Roadster on a long solo cruise to the Concours d’Elegance on Amelia Island in Florida. On their drive, contributor Ji

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