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A recent survey conducted by American Certified™ from its customer base reveals that over 96 percent of those polled think that it is important to buy American-made goods. The survey results also provide insight as to what motivates consumers to make that decision. While the sample size was small, the results demonstrate that political orientation is no division when it comes to supporting this country and her manufacturers, showing that almost 90 percent of respondents are willing to pay more for a product if its American origin could be guaranteed. That being said, some interesting voting patterns did emerge, which we felt...

There's no doubt that consumers have an interest in products that are "Made in the USA." Judging by the Google Trends graph below and the popularity of the topic in news headlines, the "Made in the USA" trend is surging. We'd love to get your feedback on the topic, and each person who completes our 30-second survey below will be entered to win our most popular product, the Trucker's Friend™. Not only will your answers help us with our research, but 1 in every 100 people that completes the online survey will be rewarded with the best-selling multi-tool that can...

The East Coast recently took quite a beating from the Nor’easter, better known as “Nemo.” The storm that is reportedly blamed for at least 18 deaths left over 2 feet of snow in Boston, making it the 5th largest snow storm recorded in the city. According to a recent Huffington Post article, the perfect recipe for snow is a just-below-zero temperature and lots of moisture. The EPA has reported that since 1970 the average winter temperature in the Northeast has risen by 4°F. As temperatures drop lower below zero, the atmosphere loses its ability to maintain high amounts of moisture....

Ian Sarmento, a 21-year-old Chester County, PA native, spent 10 days caught in a blizzard during his 2,650-mile trek up the Pacific Crest Trail from the Mexican border. As a teenager, Sarmento had hiked the Appalachian Trail, which is over 2,000 miles, and by May 2012, he was ready to try out a new trail. Sarmento began his hike without a compass, GPS, or even a cell phone. He had no idea that he soon would be facing the most difficult challenge of his life. By mid-October, Sarmento arrived at Hikers Haven in Baring, Washington, a place for hikers to take shelter...

This winter, many drivers will (or have already) encounter treacherous icy roads and blizzard conditions. Nobody should drive in dangerous conditions, but in case you find yourself in a bind, it's important to have a personal blizzard survival kit handy. Here's a list of 5 must-have winter items that you should always keep in your car in case of an emergency. Don't forget to always have a first aid kit available as well. 1. Food and Water: Like in all emergency situations, you'll want to have extra food and water. If you know you'll be making a drive, prepare some non-perishables. You'll also...