Lifestyle & Trends - Automotive

Put kids' dental health on the fast track

When you're a NASCAR driver like Greg Biffle, driver of the No. 16 3M Ford Fusion in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, nothing makes you smile like a trip to victory lane. Biffle is helping deliver the message to children about healthy habits like brushing, flossing, visiting the dentist and making smart food choices.

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Adapt your vehicle and driving habits to combat rising gas prices

Just as Americans are gearing up for warm-weather road trips and family vacations, prices at the gas pump are rising. For most people, driving is essential for getting to work, taking kids to school and going out to have some fun, so filling up the tank is a non-negotiable expense. However, costs add up quickly as fuel prices climb higher, taking up more of your budget.

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Eight secrets to safely buying a car online

The Internet has made it possible and practical to expand your car shopping search virtually across the country. Buying a new car online, however, is a lot different than other online purchases you might make, such as a book, music or movie. Buying a used car online is even more complex, because there can be far more unknowns to deal with.

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Six things to remember if you get in a car accident

If you've ever been in a car accident, you know it can be tough to think clearly. Car accidents can be traumatic events, even if everyone ends up unharmed. Since the scene of the accident can be chaotic, it can be helpful to familiarize yourself with some of the things you should do if you're involved in an accident. Here are six things to remember if you get into an accident.

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Truckin' toward economic recovery

Everyone, has an opinion or two on the economy and whether it will improve. Some cite stock market trends. Others point to consumer confidence numbers. Many crank out complex charts and colorful graphs to validate their claims. Rick Phillips studies the trends on the commercial trucks rolling down the road for his answer.

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