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Safe Driving in IL: Eliminating Food Distractions

So, what’s most distracting food in the car?   Is it: A Hamburger? Coffee A Soft Drink Twizzlers Well, all but the licorice makes the top ten, but coffee’s the number o...
Published on: Aug 28, 2023

Has Mat? Hazmat

In the sloppy weather months, many drivers rely on protective mats to keep moisture, grime, ice, and snow from making a mess of a vehicle's interior. But if your vehicle has a mat it could become a ha...
Published on: Feb 07, 2022

Airbags in Gurnee

After they’ve had an accident, some people wonder why their airbags didn’t go off.  Movies and television lead us to believe that airbags go off with the slightest bump.  The rea...
Published on: Aug 08, 2021

Driving on Technology

Think of how much technology has changed vehicles in the last several years. And there's a lot more coming. Many will remember when drivers were the ones who had complete control of several driving f...
Published on: May 20, 2021

What Gurnee Drivers Should Do After a Car Accident

Getting into a car accident can ruin a lot more than just your day. So, consider these tips to make sure the damages aren't worse than you originally think: 1. Make sure everyone is ok, and call 911 ...
Published on: Mar 22, 2021

The MacLagan Auto Center Guide to Safe Towing for Gurnee Drivers

Let's talk about towing safety in Gurnee. Too often Gurnee drivers just slap a trailer on the hitch and take off. But there are safety considerations to protect your tow vehicle, comply with IL laws a...
Published on: Jan 13, 2020

Car Scent Is Good For IL Drivers?

Here’s some travel tips that I’ll bet you didn’t know, and it might keep you safer: The average American commuter spends two and a half hours daily in their car  The governm...
Published on: Sep 14, 2011

ICE - In Case of Emergency

Sometimes the unthinkable happens here in Gurnee. There's a terrible accident, and those involved aren't able to provide our local Gurnee rescuers with emergency contact information. There are people ...
Published on: Aug 31, 2011