When to Call 911 vs. When to Call a Tow Truck
When you're stuck on the side of the road, it's not always obvious whether the situation calls for 911 or a direct call to a towing company. Here's a simple…
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Construction Zones & Detours: Staying Safe on St. Louis Roads
St. Louis interstate loops see near-constant construction projects, and construction zones are where a routine commute can turn into a stressful, high-risk stretch of road if you're not prepared. What…
How St. Louis Weather Affects Your Commute Year-Round
St. Louis sees genuine seasonal extremes -- humid, storm-prone summers and icy, snow-covered winters -- and both change what a safe commute looks like throughout the year. Summer Storms Sudden…
New to St. Louis? A Driver’s Guide to Getting Around Safely
New to St. Louis? Between highway interchanges, unfamiliar one-way streets, and neighborhoods that shift character block by block, getting around takes a little time to learn. Here's what helps. Learn…
The Most Common Breakdown Spots on I-70 and I-44 in St. Louis
Certain stretches of highway see far more breakdowns and stalls than others -- usually because of steep grades, heavy merge traffic, or long stretches with no easy shoulder access. Knowing…
Towing Scams in St. Louis: Red Flags and How to Protect Yourself
Most towing companies are honest, but predatory operators do exist, and they tend to target drivers at their most vulnerable moments -- right after an accident, or when a car…
RV & Camper Roadside Breakdowns: What to Do and Who to Call
An RV or camper breakdown is a different animal than a regular car breakdown. The vehicle is bigger, heavier, often towing or being towed with a second vehicle attached, and…
Can You Tow an Electric Vehicle? What EV Owners Need to Know
Towing an electric vehicle works differently than towing a gas-powered car, and getting it wrong can cause real damage. Unlike a traditional car that can be pulled with its wheels…
The Ultimate Road Trip Car Checklist Before a Long Drive
A road trip car checklist takes twenty minutes and can save an entire vacation from starting with a breakdown. Whether you are heading a few hours down the highway or…
Fall Car Maintenance Checklist Before Winter Hits
A fall car maintenance checklist is the best insurance against getting caught off guard when St. Louis temperatures start swinging between warm afternoons and frosty mornings. Handling a handful of…