Resources
Hybrid/Green Vehicles
A hybrid, or “green” vehicle is one that is significantly less harmful to the environment than conventional gasoline powered vehicles. Information on hybrid, fuel cell and other green vehicles may be found at the following websites:
- IRS Hybrid Motor Vehicle Credit
- EPA Green Vehicle Guide
- Kelley Blue Book Green
- How Fuel Cells Work
- FuelEconomy.gov
- National Renewable Energy Laboratory
- E85 Ethanol Gas, Flex Fuel, Ethanol
- The Green Motorist
Auto Donations
Would you like to donate your car to charity? Do you have questions about the process or need information on car donation programs in your local area? The following links will steer you in the right direction:
- Kars for Kids
- Kidney Cars
- Cars for Causes
- The National Veterans Services Fund Vehicle Donation Program
- Habitat for Humanity Car Donation Program
- The Salvation Army
- Vehicles for Veterans
- IRS Car Donation FAQ’s
Travel – Route/Trip Planning
Planning a car trip? Need travel information, maps or fuel cost estimation for your destination? Are you looking for a romantic get-away, fun and education places the kids will enjoy, lodging, pet friendly places or roadside attractions? Check out the following websites, which can help you get from here to there and make magic memories along the way:
Travel – Destinations/Attractions
- National Geographic
- Roadside America
- Fodor’s
- Roadtrip America
- Road Food
- World’s Largest Roadside Attractions
Travel – with Children
- Mom’s Minivan
- Travel Tips and Activities for Kids
- Car Seat Reviews
- Car Seat Basics
- LATCH information and Use
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Child Passenger Safety
Travel – with Pets
Road Service/Repair
Need road service or just want to be prepared? These websites can help:
Safety
Concerned about safety? Want to learn more about safety ratings, read reports and discover how your car measures up? Check out the following websites for full details:
- Safercar.gov
- Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Motor Trend Car Safety Ratings & Reports
- Automotive Car Safety
Car Seats
- Car Seat Reviews
- Car Seat Basics
- LATCH information and Use
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Child Passenger Safety
Insurance
Need an insurance quote? Want to compare rates? Check out the following sites for recent insurance information:
Recalls
Visit the following sites for the most up to date information available on recalls:
- All World Auto
- Motor Trend
- Recalls.gov – also offers safety seat recalls
Leasing
Considering a lease? Have questions about the leasing process? The websites below will help get you on the road to sorting it all out:
Vehicle History Reports
Considering a used car? Vehicle history reports have become a vital consumer step in the used car marketplace. Get all the information you need by visiting the following websites:
Local Gasoline and Fuel Prices
Looking for the cheapest price per gallon? The websites below can help you fill up locally for less:
