(StatePoint) While the saying "getting there is half the fun" is a great concept in theory, in practice, a road trip can be quite stressful on families. But with a bit of smart packing and preparation, you can make your long road trips and shorter commutes more entertaining for kids.

(NAPS)—A dangerous scam that hides major problems from consumers who purchase used cars is on the rise.

That's the word from experts who say nearly 800,000 used cars on America's roads may be part of an emerging fraud called title washing.

(NAPS)—Allergies are nothing to sneeze at. Fortunately, your car can protect you from the pollen, dust and pollutants that are drawn inside through air-conditioning and ventilation systems.

The cabin air filters clean the incoming air, removing allergens. For your part, you should replace these regularly.

(BPT) - There was a time when you were considered a "responsible" vehicle owner if you changed the oil and oil filter every 3,000 miles and had your tires rotated every other oil change. It turns out that while it is good practice to maintain your vehicle on a schedule, breaking out of that traditional oil change mind set and utilizing premium synthetic oil can ultimately save you time and money.