Cars and corny dogs. If you ask visitors for their favorite things about the State Fair of Texas, you’re bound to get a plethora of answers. Indeed, there are a variety of staples that define one of the Lone Star State’s biggest yearly events. For some, it may be the annual college football rivalry between the University of Oklahoma and the University of Texas, who … Read More
Car Ownership
News and tips related to being an automobile driver and owner
How you can help prevent phantom traffic jams
It’s the one instance where my inner road rage fires up. Running into bumper-to-bumper traffic, I usually try to think of the reasoning behind it. There could be a wreck or something else going on. Maybe construction is taking up a lane or two. Though traffic is inconvenient, usually the reasons are understandable. Until there isn’t a reason. The moment arrives when out of … Read More
How to create a memorable vacation in 24 hours – Texas edition
While we have gone on adventures from coast to coast, and many places in between, we needed to save one just for the Lone Star State. Though driving across Texas would be a vacation altogether, several of its big-city attractions are just a drive down the interstate away. For some of us, we think of cowboy hats and riding horses when we hear “Texas,” but … Read More
How to create a memorable vacation in 24 hours – central U.S. edition
Previously, our round-the-clock adventures took us from the east coast to the west coast. From the Big Apple to sunny Hollywood, we discovered ways for you to devour the finest cuisines and visit your favorite tourist destinations all in a day’s time. With Labor Day weekend on the horizon, we can’t let any stone be left unturned on the pursuit of overnight memory-making opportunities. Here … Read More
Jeep® brand celebrates its history at Toledo Jeep® Fest
Celebrating your roots. During World War II, a Willys-Overland plant began producing military vehicles in Toledo, Ohio, to aid soldiers overseas. The effort to assist armed forces led to the Midwestern town becoming one of the homes of Jeep® brand vehicles. In 2016, Toledo put together a celebration of the brand’s 75th anniversary. The half-day commemoration of the brand’s history drew a spectacular crowd of roughly … Read More
Dodge invites fans to go head-to-head in Challenger SRT® Demon Drag Strip Showdown
What is it like to participate in a drag race? With racing speeds reaching hundreds of miles per hour in mere seconds, and noise levels equivalent to standing next to a jet engine, sitting behind the wheel of the fastest vehicles on the planet makes for the ultimate thrill ride. Well, Dodge is inviting you to experience it. https://youtu.be/7u0qPUO0yLg Enthusiasts and race fans alike can … Read More
How to create a memorable vacation in 24 hours – Eastern U.S. edition
Earlier this week, we showed that time doesn’t have to be a constraint when creating a memorable vacation. In simply 24 hours you can fit in not just one, but two, trips to some of the most memorable landmarks in the country. Previously, we delved into accomplishing this in the Western United States. Today, we travel across the country to give you the best 24-hour … Read More
How to create a memorable vacation in 24 hours – Western U.S. edition
Time is always of the essence. For many of us, we are given Paid Time Off days to be used throughout the year. With planning for events such as holidays, birthdays and anniversaries, these coveted days aren’t thrown around lightly. Taking a couple of days, or even a full week, can throw a wrench into our future plans or may just not be feasible. For … Read More
What happened to the last Dodge Viper?
One final drive. While the Dodge Viper may no longer be in production, that doesn’t mean it still can’t take one final spin around the block. Well, around the auction block. Fans, bidders and waves of nostalgia traveled through the Barrett-Jackson Northeast Auction at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut as the last ever 2017 Dodge Viper as well as the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT® Demon went … Read More
Drag racing, thrill rides, and celebrities. Oh my!
Racers, start your engines! Car enthusiasts and race fanatics will have the chance to be in paradise as Dodge brings drag racing and thrill-ride experiences to Pontiac, Michigan. This August, “Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge” kicks off a week-long celebration of classic vehicles and car culture in southeast Michigan. This year’s festival will feature drag racing at the 87-acre M1 Concourse, broken out into two … Read More