We’ve survived another Minnesota winter -- the ice, the snow, the frozen temps and wind chills. But, how did our roads hold up? The combination of heavy vehicle loads, cracks in the asphalt, and thawing and freezing cycles have all contributed to the formation of potholes.

When you set out to buy a car, which factors help you decide? According to a survey conducted by The Harris Poll, many Americans consider reliability and cost the most important factors. In fact, 93% of the respondents indicated reliability as the top factor, with cost coming in at 81%.

With all the choices at the pump now, what exactly is the difference between “regular” and “premium” unleaded gasoline? Both are made from the same raw material; however, regular and premium gas differ in a few ways. Knowing the differences helps you make an educated choice when buying fuel, and may save you a bit of money at the pump or service station.

There are three major distinctions between regular-grade gasoline and premium-grade gasoline.

Little ones can get a bit antsy during long road trips or even quick drives around town. In-seat entertainment has come a long way, but when screen time is over, you may need to come with some other, more creative ways to keep the kids occupied.

On your next trip, try implementing a few of these simple games, as suggested in the following infographic by Design911.

Rules of road are typically based on safety. Nevertheless, as times and technology change, effectively changing the logic for the initial rule, many laws are often left on the books to rot and end up on lists like these for a good chuckle.

Here in Minnesota, we are not immune to strange and unusual driving laws. Check out these two doozies:

1. It is against the law to drive a red car on Lake Street in Minneapolis. Really, it is. We’re not entirely sure why.
2. In Minnetonka, it is illegal to drive a truck with mud on the tires. Well, not exactly. If the mud stays on your tires, you’re fine. However, should mud or any debris be left on the roadway, you are considered a public nuisance and subject to a fine.

Whether they are simply outdated or ridiculous to begin with, here are 10 strange laws from around the nation.