Oh man, this hits home! My car's been through the wringer since we started carpooling, and I'm pretty sure the mechanic knows me by name now. Last month it was the brakes, this month it's a weird noise I'm ignoring. Still beats paying for gas alone, though!

Seriously, I used to say the same thing about cleaner runoff. Then I saw a guy slip and fall hard because of it. That stuff mixes with oil and becomes like black ice. A wet floor sign does nothing if you're already sliding. Changed my mind real fast.

So, that's a smart move with the offline maps. What app do you usually use for downloading them, or do you just rely on the built-in phone features? I got turned around once in a state park (total dead zone, no bars at all) and it was not fun. How detailed are the maps you download, like do they show trails and water sources? Just curious if you've found any tricks to make sure the maps are up-to-date before you head out.

Seriously? Insurance costs that much?