For those Honda fanatics who love hatchbacks but need more cargo space than the Honda Fit offers, get ready for style, comfort, and leg room! You’re soon to see something you haven’t in over a decade — a Civic Hatchback. This sleek Civic won’t roll out in North America until later this year (even before…
Hybrid vehicles are becoming more and more popular. They use two engines (a small internal combustion engine mixed with an electric motor) to reduce emissions and increase gas mileage. These cars produce an electric current and stockpile it in a large battery. The battery stores energy during braking, which is why you don’t need to…
Honda is known for producing quality vehicles, but the 10th Generation Civic tops them all. Pick from a 6-speed manual or automatic transmission. With up to a 2.0-liter engine and an EPA fuel economy of 35 MPG (31 in the city and 42 on the highway), you can’t beat the 2016 Civic. Its restyled design…
Understanding that your child needs a car seat is the easy part. Finding the right one is a little trickier. What is the difference between a newborn seat and a toddler seat, for example? What do you do if your child exceeds the recommended weight limit? A savvy parent knows that research is the key…
Anyone who owns a car probably knows something about car insurance. That knowledge may include how to get a quote, what a deductible is, or even what a coverage limit is for. But there’s a lot more car owners should be aware of (especially if shopping for a new vehicle). Here are four important things…
The lands around Sumner, Washington, are known for soil and weather that are ideal for growing grapes to make wine. If you want to sample some unique flavors from around the region, consider traveling to a few of these best wineries around Sumner. 1. Kalamar Winery Located on Lake Tapps, Kalamar Winery is known for…
Tire pressure is a measure of the amount of air in a vehicle’s tires. To maintain proper levels, tires should be checked at least once a month with a pressure gauge. Have you been driving with an overinflated tire or, just as bad, an underinflated one? Don’t do this! It may seem harmless to ignore…
If you’re looking for natural beauty in Washington, you won’t have any trouble finding it. In fact, you would be hard-pressed to miss it. The state is home to dozens of state and national parks, as well as some national forests — and several of them are within easy driving distance of Sumner. Here are…
Few things are quite as terrifying for parents as the sight of their own teenager holding car keys and a learner’s permit. Whether or not you trust your teen, it’s hard not to be squeamish at the thought that someone who only just learned how to operate a washer and dryer will soon be let…
Before your summer schedule gets too busy, set aside some time to enjoy the many botanical gardens and conservatories near Sumner. If you’re not sure where to start, here are our top picks. Soos Creek Botanical Garden A stop at the Soos Creek Botanical Garden in Auburn can double as a local history field trip…
