It’s time for the annual Ladybug Music Festival! So it’s kind of a big deal when I can say I’m on the same bill with dozens of incredibly talented artists and influential women from all different walks of life. Big names and big voices from around the country are able to come together to stream this year’s 2-day festival for the entire world to see!
Hosted by Jamila Mustafa. Keri Hilson, KT Tunstall, Vanessa Carlton, Larkin Poe, Mary Lambert… are just a few of the names gracing the stream screen for this historic event. Check more of the line up here.
Cost for Such Greatness
The show is only $20usd for the 2-day virtual admission. Buy Tickets through gopassage.com
Thanks to Gable Music Ventures, in Delaware, for putting this together and inviting me into this star-studded lineup. Jet Phynx Films for the stream. Also, thanks to the numerous sponsors.
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There are very few car brands that have achieved a reputation for quality as great as Land Rover has. This is undoubtedly one of the most popular automobile brands in the world. If you are lucky enough to own a Land Rover vehicle then you should make sure you have the gear and the accessories to go with it. Enhance the overall impact of your car. Increase the functionality and provide the little finishing touches which really make people impressed. A lot of people don’t realise that there is a wealth of different Land Rover merchandise available online nowadays. This includes everything from dried coffee to emergency seat covers. That’s right; the product base is extremely diverse. This is great because it means that there is something for all to enjoy. Let’s find out a little bit more about shopping online for genuine Land Rover gear and accessories.
As mentioned, there are so many different places selling these products nowadays. Therefore, the first thing you must do is find a genuine and credible company. There are those who will use the Land Rover name yet their products are not authentic. You want to purchase from a company who sells genuine Land Rover goods or you should look for a company that specialises in 4WD accessories. By doing this you can rest assured that the quality of the product will match up to the huge amount of quality associated with Land Rover vehicles and the brand as a whole. Thus, look out for the words ‘genuine’ on site and read reviews that have been left by previous customers. They will soon tell you whether the company is genuine or not.
Next, take a look at the wealth of different products available. There is something for everybody when it comes to Land Rover gear and accessories. You should certainly be able to find whatever it is you are looking for. The clothing range is particularly popular. This includes items for both men and women; from hoodies, to t-shirts, to shell jackets. There is a vast selection to choose from. One thing a lot of people are shocked by is how fashionable this clothing range is. Land Rover certainly does not just rely on its name. In addition to this, the outdoor gear range is particularly popular. From torches to compasses; there is everything you need to enjoy a thrilling weekend of camping and adventurous fun. After all, Land Rovers are certainly the perfect type of vehicle for these occasions. In addition to this, you have a great selection of standard accessories, including the likes of mugs and key rings. You have also got various luggage products to choose from, a gift selection and there is even a range of Land Rover bikes. No product is off limits, that’s for sure.
So there you have it; if you are looking to buy a gift for a Land Rover fan or you are looking to spruce up your own vehicle or association with the brand, then the selection of Land Rover gear available on the internet should definitely do the trick. Just make sure you buy from a genuine retailer!
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There are many aspects to driving a car which you need to manage and master if you are going to be able to make the most of it, and most people find that this is one of the more frustrating parts of driving overall. However, so long as you are happy to pay attention to some of the intricacies, you should find that it is surprisingly easy to be able to master them, and that will mean that you can enjoy driving much more on the whole. One of the most important parts of all, of course, is the finances, which can cause a lot of trouble for a lot of people and are always something of a concern for most. In this post, we are going to look at some of the things that you might need to do in order to master the financial elements of driving. All of these are worth looking into if you want to do that.
It helps if you understand how value works with a vehicle, as if you do you are much more likely to know where you stand. When it comes to buying, selling or just valuing, you need to know what you are doing, and it is thankfully easy enough to get your head around when you need to. Most of all, you need to know that all vehicles undergo a significant diminishing of their value over their lifetime. This means that the value is always going reduce over time, no matter what. The moment you drive it away after buying it, in fact, its value reduces by around a half to a third. Thankfully, there are ways to counteract this, the best being a diminished value claim. If you are wondering: What is a diminished value claim? You are not alone, as many people don’t know about them. It’s simply a way to claim money back off the difference between the starting value and the current value, and it’s something to remember you can do.
Driving Efficiently
The better that you can drive with efficiency, the less money you will be spending on fuel, so this too is a hugely important thing which you should look into at your earliest convenience. There are a lot of ways to make sure that you are driving efficiently. First of all, you should limit your braking, acceleration and stalling. All of this uses fuel where you don’t need to. You should also make sure that you change gears at the right time – usually around two and a half thousand revs – so that you can be sure that you are not wasting any fuel there either. Finally, if you can cruise most of the time at around fifty, you will use much less fuel on the whole.
Finally, you also need to make sure that you are thinking about the things that come with driving if you are to keep driving as cheap as possible. When it comes to insurance, you should always shop around, as you will find that you can usually find a cheaper option if you look hard enough. For tax, the only thing you can do is buy a more efficient vehicle. Do these things, and you will mater the finances of driving easily.
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Owning a car can be a really handy thing; it can be a real time saver. Think about your commute to work, for example. If you currently drive to work, it could be saving you much more time doing so than getting another form of transport. But you have to think about the costs that are involved with having a car, especially if you are going to be commuting. So with that in mind, here are some of the ways that you can cut down the cost of owning a car, and cut down on your commuting costs too. It would be great to hear what you think.
There is no doubt that some cars are much more fuel-efficient than others, such as some of the ones mentioned in this article: https://motoringresearch.com/most-economical-cars/. But having to buy a whole new car may be a little counterproductive, especially if you can’t find one at a price that you can afford. So you can help to drive more fuel-efficient by doing some of the following:
Make sure that tires are fully-inflated at the right PSI for the car; you will waste gas when tires need to be pumped up.
Reducing weight in the car can be something that is easy to make the car more fuel-efficient. If you have things like a stroller or a trunk full of stuff that you don’t need that day, take it all out.
Check traffic before you travel. If you are going to be in rush hour traffic and having to stop and start a lot, then it does waste a lot of gas.
If you and another person in your home commutes by car, make sure that you use the least fuel-efficient car for whoever travels the shortest distance.
Cut Insurance Costs
When it comes to owning a car, there are some things that you need to pay for, other than just the upfront cost of a car. Insurance is one of those things that can really add up. If you drive less each year, then that can cut down the cost of your insurance, as well as if you shop around for your car insurance to find the best rate that you can, using sites like https://cheapautoinsurance.co/cheap-car-insurance-quotes/, for example. When you don’t claim it reduces your premium as well; there is no need to pay more for something if you don’t have to.
Car Pool
This isn’t always going to be possible, but carpooling to work can be a good way to cut your costs. Not only does it cut down your fuel costs, it also cuts down the use of your car as you can share with others. If you live in an area with carpool lanes then that can even speed up your commute and make the journey more fuel-efficient as you’re not having to stop in traffic. So speak to colleagues where you work and see if something like this would be possible, to save costs for all of you.
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Tires weren’t always designed the way they are today. The first models were made of iron bands attached to the wooden wheels. They were used for carts and wagons. The first use of rubber was recorded in the mid 19th century. Still, these were also very simple types of tires where all the load was placed on the rubber.
The first pneumatic tire appeared in 1845. The design patented by R.W. Thomson used air to absorb the shocks of the road. But this type of tire was only the beginning to invent the one we use today. While improving a bike, John Boyd Dunlop created the improved version of a pneumatic tire. That was I 1888 and was noticed only because the rider of the bike won the race.
Andre and Édouard Michelin were the first to use a pneumatic tire on a car in 1895. This is considered the beginning of the global use of pneumatic tires. Countries all around the world issued regulations requiring that all manufacturers start using pneumatic tires in production.
From then on, tires were only improved to reduce the fuel consumption, handling different types of road and carry an appropriate load. In order to take good care of your car, you have to know your tires. Since we are not all car savvy, here are some easy tips for choosing the right ones.
1.Let us look at the basics
Tires are rubber containers filled with compressed air. They take the load of the car upon themselves, but also they have to handle the road conditions. Observe them as cushions which reduce the impact of the ride on the vehicle.
Nowadays, tires have from 19 to 25 components. The core of every tire is an inner liner since it holds the air inside and so gives the tire its round shape. Steel belts are used for stability and to flatten the treated pattern as much as possible.
A sidewall is located, as the name says, on the side. It defines the ride characteristics. For example, the softer sidewall can take a harder impact like bumps, while stiffer provides sharper steering.
Also, every sidewall on every tire has an alphanumeric code. These are dimensions of the tire. Most start with the letter “P” unless you drive a light truck where they start with “LT”. This code will help you choose the right tire for your vehicle, however that may not be the only helpful factor.
2.Learn to read the code
As we mentioned, every tire has a code on its sidewall which contains information you can use to choose the right one. Correct tire size is a very common mistake, but it’s also an easily solvable one.
So let’s break down the code so you can understand what every letter and number stands for. The code starts with the letter “P”, which signifies the type of tire. Its followed by the three-digit number like 195, for example. This is the tire’s width across the thread and is shown in millimeters.
After the symbol “/”, follows another number which signifies aspect ratio of the sidewall. Right next to this number is the letter “R” for radial construction and a number which stands for a diameter of the rim. After a blank space comes the number which shows tire’s load rating and a letter signifying the speed rating. If there is M+S at the end of the code, this means that the tire is suitable for all-season driving.
3. How to avoid mistakes
Even though having this code means that you can simply go to the store and buy a tire, unfortunately, some mistakes still happen. Consulting a car repair center is always the best choice if you’re unsure how to buy the right ones.
For example, you have to pay attention not to choose the lower-load tire. This is especially important when you are buying a spare tire. Traction is another aspect you need to pay attention to. Choosing a tire inappropriate for the road you’ll be driving on is actually a very common mistake. Every season requires a certain type of tires, as well as certain terrains like mountain, dirt or wet roads.
The cost of the tire differs depending on the vehicle. SUV requires different ones than the passenger vehicle. However, it’s very commonly noticed that SUV owners choose tires intended for the lighter cars because they’re cheaper. This is not only damaging to the car but also dangerous for the passengers.
So make sure that you use tires appropriate for your vehicle type, road conditions and season to avoid accidents and avoidable repairs.
Finally
This may be a lot to remember since people handle numbers on daily basis. Passwords, PINs, security codes and all other figures can be a little too much to handle. But, now that you know that the code to buy the right tire is right on its sidewall, you can remember fewer symbols. Alternatively, you can always go to professionals for help and have one less worry on your mind.
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