World's Most Dangerou's Roads: Trollstigen Road in Norway

In Norway there is a road alongside a 1050-foot Stigfossen waterfall that contains 11 hairpin turns at grades of up to 9 percent. If this wasn't enough to deter the lucid driver, each turn takes you higher and high up the mountain pass until you reach 2,790-feet. Also known as the "Troll's Way" by locals, this dangerous stretch of serpentine road is not one I suggest trying with.

Three Fall Car Care Tips

Don't let your vehicle be ill prepared for the fall and winter weather. Check out the tips below to make sure your vehicle stays in proper working order until spring.

1. While it is rare that your vehicles cabin will fill with deadly exhaust fumes, it is also good to have your vehicles exhaust system checked for any problems or leaks. Also, be sure a mechanic checks the vehicles floor boards and trunk for any small holes that could fuel the fumes. 

2.  A major item that can be left unchecked until disaster strikes is your vehicles transmission. Before going off on a long winter road trip, be sure your vehicle has had routine checks and fluid changes at the correct times to prevent any costly damage.  

3. During the fall and winter months, driving along icy roads and in snow can get extremely dangerous. In order to prevent yourself from getting stuck in a tough spot be sure your vehicle is always equipped with an emergency kit which includes: gloves, boots, blankets, flares, a small shovel, sand or kitty litter, tire chains, a flashlight, extra batteries, a cell phone, and an extra car charger. Also it's a good idea to keep a few “high-energy” snacks in your glove box.

Five DIY Car Maintenance Tips for Fall

As the days get shorter and the air gets cooler, it's time to start thinking about getting your vehicle ready for the change in season. While some seasonal car maintenance will require the assistance of a service technician, we have compiled a list of five simple do-it-yourself car maintenance projects that will better prepare your Honda for the autumn days ahead.

1. Wiper Blade Replacement: Wiper blades should be replaced every fall since they tend to take more abuse from road grime and windshield-washer solution due to the harsh weather conditions the fall and winter months can create. Since wiper blades are relatively simple to replace and cost around $10-$20.

2. Check Your Spare: Fall is the perfect time to check your vehicles spare tire to ensure that it is properly inflated. Since a tire pressure gauge is relatively inexpensive, $7 to $20, and requires little experience to use, the process should be easy and painless. Unfortunately, for every 10-degree drop in temperature the tire pressure drops one PSI, or pound per square inch according to the AAA.

3. Top Off Fluids: Autumn is the perfect time to make sure your vehicles fluids are full and ready for the impending cold weather. Windshield-washer fluid should be replaced before fall hits with a solution that is suited for colder weather. Another important fluid to check is your Honda's antifreeze level. The last fluid you should top off is the brake-fluid. If the level is low, just add the appropriate type of brake fluid as your vehicle's brake fluid will typically go down as your brakes wear.

4. Change Air Filter: As your vehicles air filter gets corroded with debris it causes a pressure drop that can restrict airflow. This restriction can affect your Honda's performance, fuel economy, and cause your car's emissions to deteriorate. All of which will not go away until the filter is replaced. 

5.  Check Lights and Battery Terminals: As your vehicle's battery gets corroded it can start to cause electrical issues and ignition problems. If you notice any corrosion on the cable connectors or posts, you can use a brush to clean it. Also, don't forget to make sure your vehicles lights are all working properly. Since fall's nights are longer and darker, it is important to make sure your everything is in proper working order. If any of your vehicles lights seem dim or low, you can replace them easily, without tools and for a low cost.


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Concept Car Spotlight: The Honda Gear

Released at the Montreal Auto Show in 2012, The Honda Gear concept car is the perfect vehicle for Generation Y. Inspired by fixed-gear bicycles, this youth-oriented Honda Concept was designed to provide a sleek, simple design at an affordable price. The Gear concept isn't just a sub-compact concept vehicle, but provides a whole new way of looking at this type of vehicle for the younger generation. 

"Subcompact cars are usually either utilitarian, but uninspiring or they’re fun, zippy cars that are impractical and too expensive for the Gen-Y buyer," said Dave Marek, Design Director at Honda R&D Americas, Inc. "GEAR Concept tears down those walls – it’s practical but fun, customizable, connected and affordable. Everything that young, discerning urban buyers would want in a car."

Concept Car Spotlight: The Honda EV-Ster

The Honda EV-STER concept debuted at the Tokyo Auto Show in 2011 as a small sports car concept. While this concept may be small, it packs quite the punch.  This tiny sports concept is covered in solar panels to boost Honda's commitment to “sustainable mobility” and features a pure electric powertrain. The objective was to make an eco-friendly concept car with the sporty feel of one of Honda's road bikes. Check out the concept, pictured above, and tell us your thoughts in the comments below!

Road-Trip Games the Whole Family Will Love

While being cramped into a vehicle for hours on end isn't anyone's idea of a good time, many people find ways to combat the sheer boredom of being trapped in a car during long road-trips by playing games. If your vehicle doesn't come equipped with high-tech accessories, and your about to pull out your hair if you hear, "are we there yet" one more time, try playing one of these games. Don't worry, no accessories required.

1. I Spy: This iconic road-trip game has been a family favorite for as long as I can remember. Not only will this game make the time fly by, but your kids, family or friends wont be able to stop finding creative new object to spy with their little eyes! All you have to do is find an object that the other people in the vehicle have to guess. While it may seem simple enough, the other players only clue to what the object might be is this phrase: "I spy with my little eye something that begins with (insert the first letter of the object's name)." Don't worry, this game will have your vehicles inhabitants occupied for hours.a

2. Tunnels: If "I Spy" isn't your family's cup-of-tea, then try this slightly more active game. For this game all the players need to hold their breath every time they pass under a tunnel. Whoever holds their breath wins. While this game is simple enough, the vehicles driver might want to pass on playing due to the possibility of becoming light headed. Other than that, have fun seeing who can hold their breath the longest!