Last night we took our little sports coupe down to Cresson, Texas, to experience Track Night in America. Having never been to a track event myself, I didn’t really know what to expect, but I was looking forward to whatever the evening had in store. We arrived in time to register and join the Novice group for a brief instruction session before the pace laps … Read More
Car Ownership
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To wave or not to wave – don’t ask. Just try it.
One of my favorite things about my job is following other blogs. This week one site that I regularly visit broached a particularly interesting (sometimes touchy) subject – to wave or not to wave? A simple gesture, yet waving can stir a great deal of controversy. From the plethora of different kinds of waves to the myriad of circumstances that can prompt a wave, there … Read More
Come one, come all – it’s Track Night in America
Are you an “enthusiastic” driver with dreams of one day letting loose on the track? Do you watch racing events and/or racing movies and feel the excitement with every turn? Then Track Night in America is for you. With seven upcoming events across the U.S., the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) is finishing out the summer strong with the free family night of fun. … Read More
Are you ready for some football?
It’s football season, y’all! Finally! Like a little kid waiting for Christmas morning, I was beginning to think it was never going to get here. With college teams officially kicking off tonight and regular-season NFL matchups right around the corner, it’s time to dust off all your favorite recipes. It’s time to tailgate! If you’re anything like me, I want to enjoy hanging out with … Read More
What do I do if my vehicle is recalled?
You received a recall notice. Now what? First, don’t ignore the recall notice. It may seem like an inconvenience to have to take your vehicle in to have it fixed. Tossing the notice aside and forgetting about it may seem easier. But the notification was issued for a reason so taking care of it as quickly as possible is important. Making consumers aware of … Read More
How to keep your cool when it’s hot, hot, HOT
The dog days of summer are most certainly upon us. With the heat index hitting HOT across much of the south, the mere thought of a wind chill factor seems like something from the distant past. Keeping cool can be a challenge and with school starting around the country, parking lots are full everywhere. The malls are full of shoppers and schools are full … Read More
Back-to-school means back to driving basics
Ah, back-to-school. That wonderful time of year when mornings become utter chaos. Alarms sound, clothes are thrown on, breakfast is inhaled and everyone runs out the door. And that’s when the REAL fun begins. Watch out for school buses. Pay close attention to those school zones. Which direction is drop off? Is pick up the other way? And that’s just the easy stuff. Check out … Read More
Hit the road before the kids have to hit the books
There’s still time in even the busiest of schedules for one last summer road trip. Pack up the kids! Toss the necessities in a bag and grab a leash for Fido! It’s time to hit the open road. Wait! Where are you going? For some, jumping in the car and going where the road takes you is an adventure. For others, that’s just crazy talk. … Read More
How do I love thee? Let me count the Waze
Rush hour. Every city-dweller’s least favorite time of day. Dealing with regular rush hour is bad enough, but drop in the unexpected and it’s just downright aggravating. That’s when the wonderment of online navigation begins. My old car doesn’t have the modern conveniences of today’s technology so I turn to my phone when I need help navigating around the latest traffic travesty. One day, I’ll … Read More
What’s old is new again …
Or at least that must be how it feels when you’re 11 years old and you find a new coin to add to your collection, only to later discover that old coin is a piece of automotive history. Destinee Melochee, from Windsor, Ontario, was treasure hunting with her father when they discovered a coin buried under a tree in their yard. Using a metal detector, … Read More