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They did what? Driver confessions to surprise and amaze [Infographic]

The road to redemption starts here Stepping into a car is like entering your own world where you’re in control – but that’s not always a good thing. Drivers can get up to some ill-advised and unexpected antics behind the wheel. But at least they confessed. We’ve taken a look at the evidence in a number of surveys where motorists came clean, and we think you’ll be surprised by what it shows. See what behavior American drivers may want to put behind them, and where they can take a new course.     Read More

Gearing up to celebrate National Tailgating Day

The most wonderful time of the year. Ask a number of people what this phrase means to them and you’re bound to get different answers. For many it means the holiday season has arrived. To others, it can be when school is back in session (parents). And to others, it’s when school is out for the summer (students). For the college football fan, it equates to a new season being finally underway. And if you fall into this category, then this weekend surely kicks off the most wonderful time of the year. To support the celebration, this Saturday, September 3,… Read More

Back-to-college checklist of dos and don’ts: Helpful tips for students

  As myself and millions of other college students prepare to head back to school, it’s time to prepare for a new and exciting adventure. There is a lot to be done before we head back to class and get into the swing of things. From my experience of many years of schooling, here is a back-to-college checklist of dos and don’ts to kick off your school year.   Do Get your car checked out by an experienced mechanic — especially if you are embarking on a long road trip to school. Make sure your car is properly prepared to… Read More

The Automobile in the Not-So-Distant Future: What “Driving” Will Be Like in 2025

When the first “Back to the Future” film was released in 1985, it seemed that our futuristic dreams and visions were finally coming to life. A time-traveling car was soon followed by the hoverboard and flying cars in “Back to the Future Part II.” What was once science fiction in comics and novels appeared a step closer once on the silver screen. As the real world passed the “D-day” of “Back to the Future II”—October 21, 2015—the cars we had been dreaming of since 1985 weren’t quite what we expected. Although the last 30 years didn’t give us the flying… Read More

Another awesome summer road trip playlist – 33 more tunes for the road

  We asked and you answered … thank you! Last month we released our playlist of the best summer road trip songs. Included in the article was a chance for readers to submit their favorite songs to crank up when hitting the highway on summer road trips. And there were some great ones! We compiled a new list, including ones we may have missed the first time along, and a selection of your recommendations that were sent via Twitter and Facebook, to create Another Awesome RoadLoans Summer Road Trip Playlist. You can listen to the playlist via Spotify. Interested in… Read More

The Complete Ghostbusting History of Ecto-1 [Infographic]

New York City is about to be held in the slimy grip of the paranormal once more, but there are some big differences between the original “Ghostbusters” movie and the upcoming reboot, released on July 15. There are new characters to consider, of course, but fans of the supernatural comedy franchise take the iconic Ecto-1 vehicle very seriously, too. After all, they even created a petition to take ownership of the first model, hoping to restore it to its prime. The 1959 Cadillac ambulance into which piled Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis during the earlier movies is replaced… Read More

What to pack for a college sporting event road trip

Road tripping to a rival school for a baseball, football, soccer, heck any, game is a college tradition that has been going on for decades. These travels are the highlight of many college students during their time spent in higher education. It can be argued that these trips are not as successful, however, without the necessary supplies and equipment. Here’s our list of what to pack for a road trip to a college sporting event. Food The first major item that must be included in any proper road trip and tailgating experience is a barbecue grill. Cooking hot dogs and… Read More