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How to Get Your Car Ready for Ski Season Winter is coming-and, for someone like you, it's almost time for some outdoor adventure. In preparing for the ski and snowboard pre-season, you've probably thought about purchasing new boots, picking out the latest gear, or revving up your winter wardrobe with just the right outerwear. But, don't fail to remember an important part of prepping for ski season: your car. As your weekends will soon turn to 3-day ski trips, you want to prepare your car now. Make sure it's ready to load up all of your gear and prepared to tackle snowy travels. Here's how. 5 Ways to Get Your Car Ready for Ski SeasonAdd on chains First thing's first: make sure your tires are in excellent condition before traveling on icy terrain. Old tires or ones with worn out tread should be replaced before traveling too far in winter. Have great tires? Maybe consider adding o ... read more

With plenty of things to love and few things to loathe, Seattle locals can all agree: Seattle goes dark in winter-and, Seasonal Affective Disorder is a very real thing. Because Seattle is further north than most other cities in the Pacific Northwest, the change of season and daylight savings time don't allow for quite as many daylight hours. If you just moved to Seattle, you have to learn to take care of yourself this winter. And, if you're a local, you might need a refresher on self-care tips. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to cope with the darkness. Here's how the locals survive winter in Seattle! Be proactive Understand that the Seattle darkness is a real thing. Many people (especially in cities close to the North and South Pole!) experience changes in mood and behavior during less sunny times of the year. If the winter weather has affected your mood in the past, don't wait. Be proactive and know what gets you motivated-then, do those things this season ... read more

From frigid temperatures to snowy commutes, Winter can be rough for us Seattle folk-but did you know it can also be rough on your car? Salt covered roads and dirty snow don't do a lot to help your Subaru stay clean in the winter. Often, the elements can make your car nearly unrecognizable. Washing your car in winter might seem counter-productive-it's just going to get dirty again the second you take it out of the garage-but it's actually quite beneficial. Here are three reasons why. 3 Reasons Why You Should Wash Your Car During Winter Do you think washing your car during winter is a silly idea? Here are three reasons why it's actually brilliant. 1. To make sure it doesn't rust. Winter comes with a lot of rain, fog, sleet, slush, and snow. At the onset of winter weather, precipitation picks up all of the nasty air particles and ground soot as it lands. Then, the dirt and grime that comes along with the rain, snow, or sleet can build up on your ... read more

Looking to get away from the city this winter? We get that. Whether you're looking for a cool vacation spot, a nice trek through nature, or a place to celebrate the holidays with the family, we've got you covered. Here are the 4 best winter weekend getaways near Seattle, Washington. What Are The Best Winter Weekend Getaways Near Seattle?Snowshoeing on Rainier by Paul Kehrer is licensed under CC 2.01. Mount Rainier Snowshoe Walks Heading up to Mount Rainier National Park is popular activity for Seattleites. As the mountain gets an abundant snowfall each winter, it's the perfect place to take a break from the h ... read more

Car problems are no fun. They're even more of a nuisance when you notice them too late. Staying aware of all of your senses-especially your sense of smell!-can help you spot car problems before they cause major issues. At a basic level, you can diagnose your car's issues with nothing more than your nose. Even if you know nothing about cars, having an acute sense of smell can help you get an idea of what's causing the problem. Here's what we mean. What's That Smell? Car Odors & What They Mean Start your car and smell something fishy? It might not be the leftovers in your passenger seat. Here's are 5 common car odors-and what to do when you start to smell them. Light, sharp odor Does your car smell a little like burnt toast? This light, sharp odor might be caused by an electrical short. Electrical shorts are no joke. Best advice? Don't drive it until its been inspected by a professional. Rotten eggs odor A pungent odor of ro ... read more