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3 Common Auto Emergencies and What You Can Do About Them

by Carsurfer Admin on 2018/12/19 in On the Road with Comments Off on 3 Common Auto Emergencies and What You Can Do About Them
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Even the best drivers will have to contend with automobile emergencies at some point. Here are three of the more common emergencies that you might encounter, and what you can do when they happen to you.

A Dead Battery

A dead car batterycan leave you stranded, but fortunately it is an easy problem to fix. All you need is a pair of jumper cables and someone with a functional vehicle. Turn off the ignition and all electrical components of both vehicles, and attach the jumper clamps to the proper terminals on the good vehicle. The positive clamp should go on the positive terminal, and the negative clamp should go on the negative terminal. Do the same to the car with the dead battery. Start the good car, and let it run for about five minutes to charge the dead battery. The disabled car should start.

Keep in mind that you should follow these instructions closely and make sure that you attach the jumper cables correctly. Doing otherwise could cause serious damage to either vehicle.

A Blown-Out Tire

If you have a tire blow out while you’re driving, do not slam on your brakes to get yourself to stop. That could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and make the situation much worse. Instead of braking, put some pressure on the accelerator for a few seconds and keep your car going straight. Slowly release the gas pedal until you slow down to about 30 miles per hour, and pull to the side of the road. Slowing down should be easy enough since you will be down one tire.

If you have a spare tire, you can use it as a temporary replacement for your blown tire. Lift the car with your jack if you have one, remove the nuts on the tire, and put the spare in its place. You won’t be able to go very fast or very far on a spare tire, but it should be enough to get you someplace safe. If you don’t have a spare tire or you aren’t comfortable changing it, call for help.

A Crash

When you are in an accident, do your best to get your car to the side of the road. If anybody is injured, call 911 immediately. Make a note of where the accident took place and any damage to the other vehicles involved. Provide your insurance information to the other drivers involved, but don’t admit to any fault or lay the blame on anyone else. Contact a towing service to get your vehicle to a safe place, and contact your insurance company with any information that you have on the accident. If you find that you are injured and you believe that you may be entitled to compensation, don’t hesitate to contact apersonal injury or auto accident lawyeras well.

Auto emergencies can range from minor inconveniences to life-threatening accidents. When they happen to you, the most important thing is to stay calm and assess the situation while following these tips. Always remember that vehicles are only material possessions that can be repaired or replaced—what really matters is that you and everyone involved stays safe.

What to Do When Involved In a Motorcycle Accident

by Carsurfer Admin on 2018/10/18 in Motorcycles with Comments Off on What to Do When Involved In a Motorcycle Accident
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Motorcycles don’t have very many safety features, and that makes collisions extremely dangerous for riders. You could find yourself struggling with a life-altering injury in the blink of an eye, and you need to be proactive if you want to move on with your life as quickly as possible. Here is a look at some steps that every rider needs to take following a motorcycle accident.

Seek out Treatment Immediately

Motorcycles accidents often result in a wide variety of serious injuries including fractures, torn ligaments, spinal injuries, and head trauma. In some cases, riders don’t even notice their injuries because of their adrenaline, which can result in major health complications down the road. Even if you feel fine, you must still seek out medical assistance after your accident. An ER doctor can check for sprains, strains, concussions, and other medical issues that might not be felt right away.

Collect Information

Throughout this process, you should try to gather as much information as possible. Seemingly minor details could have a major impact on your case if the situation escalates into a legal battle. In addition to writing down the other driver’s insurance information, you might also want to take a few pictures of the scene. When you head to the hospital or ER center, you should write down any treatments or medications that you receive as well.

Contact Your Insurance Provider

As soon as you are able to do so, you must notify your insurance company of the accident. Most insurance providers have rigid rules regarding accidents, and you might not receive compensation if you don’t call them within a few days. During that call, you only need to tell them basic information like who was involved and a general overview of what happened. That phone call is going to be recorded, and anything that you tell the representative could be used against you at a later time.

Speak with an Attorney

Your accident could change your life forever, and you want to be absolutely sure that you receive fair compensation. Even if you were partially at fault, you might still receive some financial assistance for your medical bills and any time that you take off work. If you aren’t being treated fairly, then you need to call an experienced motorcycle accident attorney. A legal representative will help you get the compensation that you deserve from your insurance provider or the other party.

Following a motorcycle accident, your health should be your primary concern. No matter what other steps you take, you must always head to the closest hospital or ER center for a thorough checkup.

A Few Things You Should Know About Buying a Franchise

by Carsurfer Admin on 2018/08/17 in On the Road with Comments Off on A Few Things You Should Know About Buying a Franchise
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Buying a franchise may seem like a great idea, and in truth, it is. There is no better way to start a business than to buy a franchise. You hit the ground running, and your success has a better chance than if you started a business from scratch. However, there are a few things you should know about buying a franchise. The following are a few of the more important aspects to it.

There are various selling prices

The amount of money you need to buy a franchise can vary greatly. The more profitable and well know the franchise is, the more it will cost you. Also, the higher the projected revenues for a particular franchise, the higher the price can be. You can spend a million dollars for a franchise, but you can spend a few thousand dollars as well. Often the lower cost franchises are the riskiest, and likewise, the more expensive franchises have the least amount of risk.

You don’t have to be an expert

Although you should have business experience and should have some educational background in business, you don’t necessarily need to have expertise in the specific franchise that you are buying. For example, one of the areas to consider is with cars. There are many auto repair franchise opportunities offer tremendous potential. However, you don’t necessarily need to be an auto mechanic to buy one of these franchises. One of the most important business skills you will need with any franchise is the ability to manage a company.

Take your time and evaluate the opportunity

There are different ways to evaluate a franchise, but you need to remember it is not all about the revenue and how quickly you project to earn back your initial investment. You need to look at other things such as how much training and support 6that the company will provide you. A company should be motivated to help their franchisees succeed. If not, this is a bad sign. You should also take the time to speak to a current franchise owner and see what he or she has to say about the company.

The things mentioned above are only a few ideas to keep in mind. Always do a lot of research.

Six Things To Know While Getting Your Freight Quotes!

by Carsurfer Admin on 2018/06/19 in Trucks with Comments Off on Six Things To Know While Getting Your Freight Quotes!
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When you are looking for international business, you will have to be up to date with your knowledge of freight quotes. Whether you import or export, you will have to find out the costs or else, you will suffer from heavy losses. Initially, you will have to put in some time to be able to come up with an accurate calculation.

Nevertheless, once you are set, you will not have much to worry about. The freight costs depend on a lot of elements. Knowing them will help you determine if you should go ahead with the carrier or look out for some other service.

#1. Getting the Quote:

The first thing you need to know is where to get the quotes. Your obvious hit will be the internet, but you need to know where exactly on the internet, as well. Only a right shipping partner will make sure that you get the right freight quote and your shipment is safe. Check for the shipping freights directly. On the other hand, you can choose to go via a broker. It is best to check both the alternatives before agreeing on any of the options.

#2. Knowing your Shipment:

You might have several questions regarding the freight quotes. It will be the case with your carrier too. For instance, what is the shipment, where it has to be delivered, are there any special handling requirements, etc. So, you need to have all the specifications about your shipment. Right from the weight, location, time of arrival, etc. All the details have to be written on papers. Based on these details, you will get your quotes.

#3. Surcharges:

Most of the freight quotes are the base rates that you get from the service providers. So, you should always expect some of the other surcharges on each shipment. As a buyer, you will have to ask about the surcharges. There will be fuel charges or handling fee etc. will be added to the costs. Each carrier will have its own terminology or rating systems, which as a buyer you must ask.

#4. Location Matters a Lot:

You need to know where your shipment is coming from or going exactly. There is no need to get accurate coordinates, but tentative information will let you get close to the freight quotes. There are several geographical limitations placed on certain modes of deliveries. For instances, there are residential places where trucks are not allowed. Knowing the precise location will help you know if your shipment will get delivered to the given location or not.

#5. Calculating the Weight and Packing:

While getting the freight quotes, people assume that it is only the shipment weight. However, if you are delivering more than one box, then you will need a pallet to stack them together. The pallet weight will include your freight cost, as well. So, you will have to weigh your shipment accordingly. Whether you are wrapping the products in wooden boxes or getting them delivered on a pallet, you will have to consider the weight on a serious note.

#6. Size of the Shipment:

Do not assume that you get the weight and you are done with your freight quotes. You will have to get accurate measurements, as well, especially when your shipping is enclosed. So, when you are getting the measurements, you will have to calculate the length, width, and height, etc. Measuring the dimensions can be tricky and if you find it confusing, you can bring in a professional to help you with the same. Just like the weighing rule, you will have to calculate the pallet while getting the measurements.

If you have these 6 elements in place, you will get quotes, which are closest to accuracy.

Advancement in Automobile Technology: Helping the Impaired Driving Epidemic

by Carsurfer Admin on 2018/06/15 in On the Road with Comments Off on Advancement in Automobile Technology: Helping the Impaired Driving Epidemic
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Each year, countless lives are lost with drunk driving being the cause of the accident. Despite tough laws and heavy fines, our country still experiences issues with this dangerous act. The auto industry has been praised for its ability to revolutionize the driver experience and continues to do so as we look into the future, which is why a few of these options may leave many to believe that the issue of drunk driving to be alleviated. Take a look:

Alcohol Detection Systems

A great way to protect yourself from getting behind the wheel after consuming too much alcohol is a technology system that can literally keep you from starting your vehicle. Many people are familiar with the technology used by enforcement officers to distinguish a person’s intoxication level through breathalyzers and now this technology is being implemented in to your vehicles.

The science behind this would keep drivers from an embarrassing and even deadly situation from ever taking place. The technology would be a groundbreaking solution for those who feel confident enough to drive, despite the level of alcohol in their blood.

It’s also been mentioned that researchers are looking closely at touch-based systems to measure the alcohol level in someone’s skin tissue. The technology of infrared lighting would allow the sensor to detect a driver’s skin which can distinguish current chemical properties. Researchers are hoping that this ingrained technology could pave the path for a future without drunk driving accidents.

Autonomous Vehicles

In recent years, consumers have been notified of the future of the commuter experience through self-driving vehicles. Companies such as Tesla have been working diligently to perfect the driverless vehicle. Although many consumers are worried about other issues that may arise with cars that can drive themselves, there is the question of whether or not it would indeed alleviate the issue of drunk driving. If a vehicle can safely transport its passengers without the manual override of an intoxicated driver, the issue of drunk driving may seize to exist.

Facial and Behavior Systems

Automakers, such as Nissan, have been reportedly working to develop facial monitoring systems integrated into the vehicle These systems would have a camera facing the vehicles interior to monitor the driver’s facial and behavioral mannerisms. If the driver should show signs of tiredness or intoxication the vehicle will respond accordingly through vocal recognition or begin to tighten as a means to gain the driver’s attention.

Although it may still be in the development stages, this might be able to assist in realms of reckless driving outside of alcohol detection. Perhaps with technology that is capable of monitoring facial recognition and behavior, it could assist in the alleviation of impaired driving by the use of illegal and prescription drugs. Although, it may be too soon to tell, many companies and their researchers are hoping to blueprint a safer and less impaired future of all drivers.   

In the meantime, be sure to practice extreme caution when driving. Impaired driving has been a major factor in many of those who have lost their lives while commuting.

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