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Cars and Trucks » SUVs | By Tim Dillard @ Friday, 2nd November 2007 @ 11:16 AM

SUVs are notoriously known in the automobile industry for being quick to get into rollover accidents. While this is not a totally unfounded claim, it is also important to note that SUV rollovers typically don't happen because of manufacturer defects or design flaws' they happen because drivers are dangerous in a vehicle that is already prone to rollovers under certain conditions. But how's a driver to stay safe? SUV rollovers happen more commonly than rollovers in other ve... more...

Cars and Trucks » SUVs | By Tim Dillard @ Friday, 2nd November 2007 @ 11:16 AM

SUV rollovers are notoriously dangerous. Thousands of motor vehicles are involved in rollovers every single year, and the unfortunately thing about that is not only are many of these accidents preventable, but also that once people get into accidents, they have absolutely no idea what to do. If you own an SUV it is important to learn about rollovers so that you can avoid them and, God forbid your SUV does rollover, you know what to do. SUV rollovers occur because Sport Utility Vehicles h... more...

Cars and Trucks » SUVs | By Tim Dillard @ Friday, 2nd November 2007 @ 11:15 AM

Shortly after the turn of the millennium, sport utility vehicles began experiencing awful difficulties with pre-mounted tires that accompanied the vehicle when it left the lot. Specifically, the Firestone tire company began experiencing terrible difficulties in manufacturing new tires, and this difficulty became a direct influence in causing SUV rollover deaths. In a study conducted by the United States government, it was found that around 300 people died in SUV accidents involving a rol... more...

Cars and Trucks » SUVs | By Tim Dillard @ Friday, 2nd November 2007 @ 11:14 AM

The worst has happened and you are dealing with the aftermath of a death or deaths caused by an SUV rollover. As you and your family struggle to pick up the pieces and move on with life, there are many appropriate and necessary actions to attend to, including a funeral and burial for the person or people who have been killed. Many who have lost loved ones then decide upon an additional plan of action, which includes investigating legal options. Consulting with SUV rollover accident la... more...

Cars and Trucks » SUVs | By Tim Dillard @ Friday, 2nd November 2007 @ 11:13 AM

SUVs - Sport Utility Vehicles - are more popular than ever. Ownership of SUVs increased dramatically by 250% in the United States from 1995 to 2002 as many people, especially families, were seduced into buying an SUV partly in the belief that bigger meant safer. If you are thinking of buying an SUV, there is good news and bad news as far as safety is concerned. In general an SUV is more than twice as likely to roll over in an accident as a car. Children are especially at risk, they are t... more...

Cars and Trucks » SUVs | By Gregg Hall @ Sunday, 28th October 2007 @ 4:06 AM

Having the right tires and wheels is important on any vehicle but perhaps even more so on an SUV because they can drastically affect the comfort of the ride as well as handling and safety. Aside from the safety and performance issues most SUV owners choose custom wheels that will give their vehicle a personalized look that suits them. Some people just choose to stay conservative and just choose a plain chrome or aluminum wheel with normal tires. Other SUV owners may opt for the oversize look tha... more...

Cars and Trucks » SUVs | By Corbin Newlyn @ Friday, 12th October 2007 @ 3:54 PM

If you have ever visited a BMW vehicle lot, you were likely confronted with numerous unique models. They all appeared great, you did not know which one to select. Nevertheless, have you ever examined the BMW X5? Do this, walk into a BMW dealership near you and ask to see the BMW X5. Interior Design The BMW X5 is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV sold by BMW since 1999. Now a good six years into its life cycle, the BMW X5 is headed for a redesign. The 2006 BMW X5 is a solid performer,... more...

Cars and Trucks » SUVs | By Emily Sandberg @ Thursday, 23rd August 2007 @ 5:20 PM

When it comes to hauling a heavy trailer, there can never be too much emphasis on safety. Any number of things can go wrong and put your life and the life of other travelers in danger. This is why it is very important to learn all you can about towing mirrors and other types of trailer safety equipment before you haul. Towing mirrors are perhaps the number one safety consideration that you should make before hauling any type of load on a trailer. A towing mirror is an extra mirror that a... more...

Cars and Trucks » SUVs | By Jim Brown @ Tuesday, 7th August 2007 @ 12:39 AM

Does your ride look old or dull? Do your friends roll on tricked out cars? A major look enhancer for your car can be modifying the rims. Car rims are like hair on people. Changing that hairstyle can usually be a subtle change but can enhance your over all look. By principle changing your car rims may make your ride look sporty but that's all there is to it the look. But this can cause losses on power and on your pockets. Choosing the Right Diameter Size Initially everyone want... more...

Cars and Trucks » SUVs | By Corbin Newlyn @ Wednesday, 25th July 2007 @ 7:16 PM

If you live in the Orlando, Florida area, then there is not much to do to make certain that your BMW is running well as long as you wish to own it. In the area of Orlando, Florida there is no snow, no ice and not too much bad weather, except for the occasional hurricane. Therefore, maintaining your BMW in Orlando, Florida, is much less work than having to maintain the same vehicle in a different area of the country such as in the Northeast. Changing Your Oil Often The recommended... more...

Cars and Trucks » SUVs | By Gregg Hall @ Saturday, 30th June 2007 @ 12:42 AM

Having the right tires and wheels is important on any vehicle but perhaps even more so on an SUV because they can drastically affect the comfort of the ride as well as handling and safety. Aside from the safety and performance issues most SUV owners choose custom wheels that will give their vehicle a personalized look that suits them. Some people just choose to stay conservative and just choose a plain chrome or aluminum wheel with normal tires. Other SUV owners may opt for the oversize look tha... more...

Cars and Trucks » SUVs | By Nick Johnson @ Sunday, 3rd June 2007 @ 5:12 PM

SUVs - Sport Utility Vehicles - are more popular than ever. Ownership of SUVs increased dramatically by 250% in the United States from 1995 to 2002 as many people, especially families, were seduced into buying an SUV partly in the belief that bigger meant safer. If you are thinking of buying an SUV, there is good news and bad news as far as safety is concerned. In general an SUV is more than twice as likely to roll over in an accident as a car. Children are especially at risk, they are three ti... more...

Cars and Trucks » SUVs | By Nick Johnson @ Sunday, 3rd June 2007 @ 5:06 PM

When it comes to SUV rollovers, most people commonly approach them in one of two ways, either they are worried about the danger of rollover every time they get into an SUV or they brush it off as a myth, believing that SUV rollovers are only as common as any other vehicle rolling over. The truth, however, is somewhere in between these two trains of thought. Riding in an SUV isnt a death sentence as long as the driver is cautious and follows all traffic rules, but at the same time, Sport Utility ... more...

Cars and Trucks » SUVs | By Nick Johnson @ Sunday, 3rd June 2007 @ 5:06 PM

SUVs are notoriously known in the automobile industry for being quick to get into rollover accidents. While this is not a totally unfounded claim, it is also important to note that SUV rollovers typically don't happen because of manufacturer defects or design flaws' they happen because drivers are dangerous in a vehicle that is already prone to rollovers under certain conditions. But how's a driver to stay safe? SUV rollovers happen more commonly than rollovers in other ve... more...

Cars and Trucks » SUVs | By Nick Johnson @ Sunday, 3rd June 2007 @ 5:05 PM

If you or someone in your family has suffered injury or death due to an accident in your sport utility vehicle, consulting with an SUV rollover accident attorney can be a good way to ensure proper compensation for the accident is procured. Your SUV rollover accident could be the result of faulty engineering of the vehicle or of tires whose propensity for blowout caused the incident. Before trying to tackle a car or tire manufacturer on your own, consulting an attorney will protect your interes... more...

Cars and Trucks » SUVs | By Nick Johnson @ Sunday, 3rd June 2007 @ 4:46 PM

People are afraid to fly, afraid to play extreme sports, and afraid to bungee jump, and yet they jump into their vehicles without batting an eyelash. Unfortunately, more deaths are contributed to motor vehicle crashes than almost any other health or accident cause. That doesn't mean you have to stop driving, but what it does mean is that you should take extra precautions to stay safe while on the road, for your sake and for the sake of other drivers. For SUV owners, this means takin... more...

Cars and Trucks » SUVs | By Nick Johnson @ Sunday, 3rd June 2007 @ 2:31 PM

Screech! You've had an accident and have either been injured as a result, or someone involved in the accident has been killed. Your accident may have been caused by any number of reasons, and as those reasons are explored, it may be in your best interest to investigate the option of filing an SUV rollover lawsuit. Before you make the first appointment with an attorney, there are a few important things you must consider to ensure that everything possible can be done in order to make you w... more...

Cars and Trucks » SUVs | By Tim Dillard @ Sunday, 3rd June 2007 @ 1:10 PM

SUVs are notoriously known in the automobile industry for being quick to get into rollover accidents. While this is not a totally unfounded claim, it is also important to note that SUV rollovers typically don't happen because of manufacturer defects or design flaws' they happen because drivers are dangerous in a vehicle that is already prone to rollovers under certain conditions. But how's a driver to stay safe? SUV rollovers happen more commonly than rollovers in other ve... more...

Cars and Trucks » SUVs | By Tim Dillard @ Sunday, 3rd June 2007 @ 1:09 PM

Shortly after the turn of the millennium, sport utility vehicles began experiencing awful difficulties with pre-mounted tires that accompanied the vehicle when it left the lot. Specifically, the Firestone tire company began experiencing terrible difficulties in manufacturing new tires, and this difficulty became a direct influence in causing SUV rollover deaths. In a study conducted by the United States government, it was found that around 300 people died in SUV accidents involving a rol... more...

Cars and Trucks » SUVs | By Tim Dillard @ Sunday, 3rd June 2007 @ 1:09 PM

If you or someone in your family has suffered injury or death due to an accident in your sport utility vehicle, consulting with an SUV rollover accident attorney can be a good way to ensure proper compensation for the accident is procured. Your SUV rollover accident could be the result of faulty engineering of the vehicle or of tires whose propensity for blowout caused the incident. Before trying to tackle a car or tire manufacturer on your own, consulting an attorney will protect your interes... more...