365 Days on the Road

March 2, 2010
mini-van with street signs

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to spend a year driving around in a car? Meet Jane Devin, a writer who is spending 2010 on the road, reporting and writing about her adventures on her blog, Finding My America.
On this episode of Vehicle Vibes Radio, host Marcia Hansen will talk with Jane about her [...]

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Is Your Hybrid Hazardous to Your Health?

March 1, 2010
battery on wheels

Everyone knows that hybrid cars are better for the environment than the typical gas powered car. But, according to some skeptics, these green cars may be harmful to their drivers’ health.
The concern comes from the magnetic fields produced when a hybrid car moves at slow speeds. Currently, electrical currents that move a hybrid vehicle [...]

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Is Your Auto Technology Costing You?

February 26, 2010
Car technology

From in-car navigation systems to voice-activated entertainment systems, today’s cars are becoming more advanced and computer-like. While much of this new auto technology is made to make our lives more convenient, it can actually become a source of headaches and stress when it comes time to take your car to the mechanic.
According to an article [...]

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Saab History: From Airplane to Automobile

February 25, 2010
Car hood

2009 will forever be known as a sad year for Saab. In late December, Saab became history as the fourth brand that General Motors (GM) decided to shut down as part of their bankruptcy restructuring.
While there seemed to be hope for the Swedish brand, in late December, GM announced that talks to bailout Saab had [...]

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Discontinued Cars of 2009

February 24, 2010
No Car Sign

Almost every year at least one car model is discontinued. You can probably think of at least one or two cars from your childhood that you no longer see at dealerships.
Also known as “orphan” cars, some of these vehicles become collector’s items while others simply disappear onto the ever growing list of discontinued cars.
2009 was [...]

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The History of America’s Rest Stops

February 23, 2010
rest stop

If you’ve ever taken a road trip, you’ve probably stopped a rest area to take a break. While many of these places look the same, the history and design of rest areas on America’s highways are much deeper than bathrooms and picnic tables.
On this episode of Vehicle Vibes Radio, host Marcia Hansen will speak [...]

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2009 Booster Seat Rankings

February 22, 2010
Child Car Seat

If you’re a parent, keeping your child safe, on and off the road, should be one of your top priorities. While it is common knowledge that small children need to be properly restrained in a forward-facing car seat, it is important to remember that the next step isn’t a seat belt, it’s a booster seat.
According [...]

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Snowplow Safety

February 20, 2010
car smarts challenge icon

How many car lengths should you keep between you and a snowplow?

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Child Booster Seats: Boost Your Child’s Safety

February 19, 2010
Girl in car seat

According to a study from the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia [CHOP], children 4-8 years old who ride in child booster seats are 45 percent less likely to sustain injuries than children who wear only a seat belt.
While you may have spent the money investing in an expensive child booster seat, it will not be effective [...]

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Most Popular Car Paint Color

February 18, 2010
Cars under tents

This year’s DuPont Color Popularity Report of the most popular car paint colors around the world shows that while black, silver and white are still the most popular colors, car buyers are also favoring the blue.
So how are the colors broken down by continent?
Asia-Pacific – Dark blue metallic, candy whites and white pearl are the [...]

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