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Is the Auto Industry a Woman's Nation?

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:00:00 -0600

Equal pay, equal housework, and more government obligations to women workers were all on the table at Monday's Center for American Progress conference I attended on live blogger podcast through California First Lady Maria Shriver's report on women in the workforce and the launch of her A Women's Nation website at www.awomansnation.com.

What Does it Take to Be Green In the Auto Industry? Ask the LaFontaine family.

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 16:15:00 -0600

LaFontaine Automotive Group recently received a Gold Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Certification for its brand-new Buick-GMC-Cadillac dealership, becoming the only Green dealership in Michigan, one of only two Gold-certified sites in the country, and the premiere auto dealership facility in the United States.

Twin Sisters Jory and Julie Buy Twin Audis

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:07:25 -0600

What are the odds of a pair of twin sisters buying exactly the same car at the same time for the same reasons? Well, that is exactly what happened, kind of freaky, huh?

Take Control of Your Car after College: Driving Tips for Women on the Move

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 01:40:00 -0600

Graduating from college brings on many new challenges. One thing young women don't take into consideration when moving away from home is car maintenance and driving conditions.

Want to know what's happening at GM? Just Ask Fritz!

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 20:42:49 -0600

As General Motors emerged from its bankruptcy, the company stated it was committed to a clear and simple vision - to design, build and sell the best vehicles in the world.

Check your Tire Pressure Once a Month - BlogHer09 Swag

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 11:32:42 -0600

At BlogHer09 AskPatty will be giving away mini tire pressure gauge key rings to remind us all to "Check your Tire Pressure One a Month."

Visually Impaired Man Unleashes His 'Inner Mustang' From Ford Mustang's Driver's Seat

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 19:56:52 -0600

With the warm Arizona wind pelting his forehead and his entire body vibrating from the mighty roar of the engine, Roger Keeney took a brand-new 2010 Ford Mustang convertible on an amazing ride, doing donuts on the pavement and amassing speeds of up to 90 mph.

A Reminder to Not Drive Drunk This Fourth of July

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:16:44 -0600

The Century Council sent me an innovative eCard for the July 4th holiday that reminds viewers to stay safe this Independence Day and not drive drunk.

Addressing Post-Bankruptcy Car Warranty Worries

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 12:31:00 -0600

Many drivers of Chrysler and General Motors vehicles may be wondering about their recourse if they require warranty work, or if their car exhibits defects that may qualify it as a "lemon."

General Motors announces bankruptcy, promising a new and better future

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 09:40:37 -0600

090601_GM_logo_s It was not much of a surprise yesterday when General Motors revealed the details of its bankruptcy plans; many in the automotive industry were wondering WHEN, not IF, GM would have to resort to such drastic measures. According to News.Yahoo.com "GM's bankruptcy filing is the fourth-largest in U.S. history and the largest for an industrial company. The company said it has $172.81 billion in debt and $82.29 billion in assets."