THE CAR TRUTH
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but make sure not to admit any fault. Doing so will allow your insurance company to deny your claim immediately.
While these initial inquiries are pretty standard procedure, there are also some other tactics that insurance companies might use to deny your coverage. There are some questions you do not want to answer. For example, if your insurance company asks you to make an official recorded statement or sign a written statement, it’s important to say “no” until you’ve spoken with a car accident attorney. Similarly, never sign any form that includes a medical authorization without consulting an attorney first. These medical authorizations give your insurance company full authority to look through your medical history and find something they can claim as a “preexisting condition” that caused your injuries. Finally, it’s important to know that you are not obligated to talk to the other driver’s insurance agency. This agency’s only goal will be to find some piece of evidence to blame you for the accident or prevent you from getting coverage. If you get a call from the other driver’s insurance company, talk to your attorney immediately! EASY TUNA POKE BOWL
Debunking 2 More Automotive Myths!
Over the past few months, we’ve touched on a few auto myths here and there — and this month, we have two more. These are myths you may have heard of, but could never find a clear answer on the matter. Well, we have your answers! You can grab any clean towel to wipe down the surface of your car. With more dust in the air, people tend to wash their cars more often in the summer months. However, when they wash their cars, they often rely on a towel to wick away any remaining water. It’s a great way to cut down on water spots. But not just any towel will work. Some towels are actually abrasive when wiped over automotive paint and finishes. Some towels will trap dust and dirt in their outermost fibers, which means those particles may come in contact with the surface of your vehicle, leaving microscopic scratches. Old T-shirts are the worst culprits. The best type of towel to use is a microfiber terry cloth towel. Rolling down the windows lowers your vehicle’s fuel efficiency. Of course, in Texas and New Mexico, seeing the windows down in the summer is a common sight. But there’s the myth that rolling down the windows (or putting
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This protein-packed recipe is the perfect dinner for two on a hot summer night when you don’t want to turn on the oven.
INGREDIENTS
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2 tsp soy sauce 1 tsp sesame oil
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2 tbsp cilantro leaves, chopped 1 scallion, finely chopped 1 cup rice, cooked and cooled 1/4 cup avocado, cubed 4 cherry tomatoes, quartered
down the top of a convertible) will hurt fuel efficiency. There’s also the myth that running the air conditioner can hurt fuel economy. So, what’s the reality? This is a myth that’s been tested by Consumer Reports and Discovery Channel’s “MythBusters.” Both found that rolling down your windows has no effect on fuel efficiency. It doesn’t matter the type of vehicle or speed. However, when it comes to blasting the A/C, if you set it to maximum on a hot day (85 degrees or more, as noted by Consumer Reports) fuel efficiency can drop by 1–4 miles per gallon.
2 tbsp orange juice
1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced
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10 oz canned tuna, drained
1 tbsp sesame seeds
DIRECTIONS
1. First, make the dressing. In a jar, add soy sauce, sesame oil, orange juice, and ginger. Secure the lid and shake until emulsified. 2. In a small bowl, empty the drained tuna and pour the dressing over top. Add the cilantro and scallions and stir until well coated. 3. Divide rice between two serving bowls. Top with the dressed tuna, avocado, tomatoes, and sesame seeds.
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