Earth Day may officially come around only once a year on April 22, but our world would be a better place if we all took steps to take care of the planet year round. So, we here at Bob Johnson Insurance put together several ways to both commemorate Earth Day and to live a little greener in Knoxville, Tennessee all year long. Earth Day Activities Start a Recycling Drive at Your Kids' School Get...
Although most high-school graduates aren’t lucky enough to get a car for finishing school, you may be in a position to offer your child a sweet ride for getting around. However, while this can be an exciting time for him or her, it’s imperative that you search for the right vehicle for your grad. Today, we want to go over some of the crucial details to pay attention to when buying (or...
Spring is almost here! The outdoors is already calling us to come and have loads of fun. It's important to be ready. We previously posted some tips about getting your vehicles ready for Spring: Prepping for Spring Fun: Recreational Vehicles Prepping for Spring: Getting the Boat Out Prepping for Spring: Getting ATV’s and Offroad Vehicles Ready For Adventure Prepping for Spring: Easy Ways to Get...
When your teenager is ready to graduate high school, this means that there’s a lot to celebrate. These occasions also mean that your teen will want to drive with friends to make sure that everything is as awesome as possible. Unfortunately, because teenage drivers are still learning the ropes, many of them make mistakes when behind the wheel. These mistakes can be exacerbated by other...
It’s fun to go to the beach or elsewhere for Spring Break to enjoy time with friends and/or family. It’s also fun to not run into any problems while traveling. Here are three quick reads to help you stay safe and avoid problems when you go on Spring Break. Do You Need Rental Car Insurance If you’ve ever rented a car before, then you know that one of the questions you’ll get asked is...
One of the most common dangers on the road is not what you may expect. Distracted drivers are more and more prevalent these days, thanks to the ubiquity of mobile devices and other items that can impact a person’s ability to pay attention to the road. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), over 424,000 people were involved in a collision because of a...
If you’ve ever rented a car before, then you know that one of the questions you’ll get asked is if you want insurance. For many people, this may seem like an unnecessary expense, but is that really the case?
Spring is here, and that means more travel and outdoor fun. It's important that you have your vehicles and toys ready to go! Our "Prepping for Spring" series is here to help you get ready. Prepping for Spring Fun: Recreational Vehicles Prepping for Spring: Getting the Boat Out Prepping for Spring: Getting ATV’s and Offroad Vehicles Ready For Adventure Prepping for Spring: Easy Ways to Get Your...
Cars are a very important part of our daily lives, and as such they should be well maintained and ready to tackle every new season that rolls along. Getting your car ready for spring is a snap, if you pay attention to these tips. Check on Your Tires As winter comes to an end, it may be time to change from snow tires back to summer tires. If not, then it’s still a good time to check out your...
Taking the time to get your offroad toys ready for summer can help them last longer, and be safer while you’re out playing. Inspect the Fuel Lines Anything with an engine that has been stored over the winter should always have the fuel system fully inspected before use. Along with checking the lines for damage and wear, the fuel itself likely needs to be replaced. Make sure fuel line fittings...
