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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."

Cash For Clunkers - Is It Green or Green Backs?

Tue, 26 May 2009 18:06:47 -0600

The term "Cash for Clunkers" might sound familiar to you - it's a hot topic in the news and across the automotive blogs right now.

We Minivan Moms Can Be Pretty High-Tech

Thu, 14 May 2009 17:50:00 -0600

According to an article posted recently at AutoPacific, research shows moms lead the way in using high-tech conveniences, explaining that current stereotypes would have us expect that today's moms -- often drivers of minivans or SUVs -- care more about a Diaper Genie than the latest techno-gadgets.

Honda to Offer Dog-Friendly Element Model

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 16:46:00 -0600

Dog_Friendly_Honda_Element_nyas_debut_l Responding to public demand, Honda demonstrated an especially dog-friendly version of its Element SUV at the recent New York Auto Show.

Traveling in the Family Way: 2008 Porsche Cayenne GTS

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 18:00:00 -0600

At last, a sport/utility vehicle that drives like a sports car --If you've avoided stepping up to an SUV because you don't want to sacrifice the performance and handling of a smaller car, then the Cayenne GTS is for you.

First Drive: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 13:39:00 -0600

At last, the highly anticipated Chevrolet Camaro is within our reach. Since its concept debut three years ago at the Detroit Auto Show, the new Camaro has been one of the most talked about and highly publicized vehicles to come to market, and it won't be much longer before it finally arrives in a dealership near you.

Best Ways to be Pampered in your Car

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 20:59:00 -0600

Some of the BlogHer women were discussing recently whether we tend to be the ones who get spoiled, or whether we are the ones who do the actual spoiling. So the question was asked "Is it better to be spoiled than to spoil others?"

Drive Less? Save More!

Sun, 08 Feb 2009 11:57:00 -0700

Even though the price of gas has come down from the summer highs, there's still an advantage to driving less--paying less for car insurance!