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Teenage Girl Restores A Car She Can’t Drive
Filed under: Pontiac News One girl’s passion for a project car has inspired a whole community of gear heads. Kathryn DiMaria was only 12 years old when she came to her parents with the idea to refurbish a Pontiac Fiero. One girl’s passion for a project car has inspired a whole community of gear heads. Kathryn DiMaria was only 12 years old when she came to her parents with the idea to refurbish a Pontiac Fiero. The car hadn’t been in production for 13 years when she was born, but after spotting it at local classic car show, she knew …
Few Texting-While-Driving Tickets Issued
Filed under: Car Safety, Driving Laws Thirty-nine states have laws that ban texting while driving, but are they keeping us any safer? A new report casts doubt. USA Today conducted a survey of state police agencies, and found the laws are resulting, in some cases, in fewer than one ticket per day being issued.Thirty-nine states have laws that ban texting while driving, but are they keeping us any safer? A new report casts doubt. USA Today conducted a survey of state police agencies, and found the laws are resulting, in some cases, in fewer than one ticket per day being …
The Top 10 Reasons Car Owners Buy Air Fresheners
According to a survey by Halfords, a UK-based out accessories/auto parts retailer, people really hate the smell of wet dog in their cars. According to a survey by Halfords, a UK-based out accessories/auto parts retailer, people really hate the smell of wet dog in their cars. That particularly pungent odor topped the list of the reasons people buy air fresheners for their cars, beating out other noxious scents such as dried spilt milk and children’s vomit. The entire top ten list includes (in order): 1. Wet dog 2. Dried spilt milk 3. Child’s sick 4. Teenage body odor 5. Festering …
Helicopter Balances On Guard Rail After Car Crash
Filed under: Car Crashes With nowhere near a car accident to land, this pilot pulled off a daring maneuver.After a van crashed on a narrow stretch of highway in Snillfjord, Norway, medical personal had to act fast. The quickest way to get help to the patient was via helicopter. With nowhere to land, the pilot pulled off a daring maneuver. This pilot masterfully touches the helicopter down and balances on a highway guardrails long enough for a doctor to jump out and head toward the accident. The Telegraph reported the driver could stand, once freed from the van. The extent …
‘Hands-Free Driving’ Hits Real World Testing
Filed under: Cadillac News, Automotive Technology, Technology Of The Year Don’t be surprised if you see a Cadillac on the road later this year being driven by a driver whose got both arms up in the air.Don’t be surprised if you see a Cadillac on the road later this year being driven by a driver who has both arms up in the air like he or she is riding a rollercoaster. General Motors is plowing ahead with its plan to offer “hands-free driving,” and is bringing the technology to the next level of testing, which includes real-world drives. The automaker …
Child Seat Anchors Overlooked by Parents: Report
Child Seat Anchors Overlooked by Parents: ReportAccording to a recent study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, an important safety feature for child seats is being overlooked by parents and caregivers. All vehicles and car seats made from …
Summer Gas Prices Expected To Be Lowest In Three Years
Filed under: Gas Prices The average retail price for a gallon of gas is expected to be $3.63 this summer.The average retail price for a gallon of regular unleaded gas is expected to be $3.63 this summer, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. That price is slightly below the averages from the past two years. The administration’s Short-Term Energy Outlook forecasts a decline in crude oil prices and gas consumption along with an increase in gasoline inventory levels. Cheaper crude oil will have the biggest impact, as it accounts for two-thirds of the overall price of gas. Crude oil …
Maintain Current Vehicle to Keep New Car Costs at Bay
Buying a new car might sound good in theory, but these days, a new car purchase is out of reach for many Americans, according to a recent CNBC report. With the average cost of a new vehicle higher than ever at $30,500, spending a fraction of that money on making your current vehicle last longer READ MORE »
This Week In Automotive History: VW Bus Enters Production
Filed under: Famous Cars, Automotive History On March 8, 1950, the iconic Volkswagen Bus began production. Officially called the Volkswagen Type 2 — and the Microbus, Splitscreen, or Splittie by modern fans of the vehicle — it remained on the market in the US and in Europe until 1967.On March 8, 1950, the iconic Volkswagen Bus began production. Officially called the Volkswagen Type 2 — and the Microbus, Splitscreen, or Splittie by modern fans of the vehicle — it remained on the market in the US and in Europe until 1967. The Type 2 was, as the name implies, the …
Happily Ever After With Your Car
If you want to add more years to the relationship between you and your car, give it a little extra attention this Valentine’s Day in the form of an oil change, tune-up or other loving service to make sure it runs happily ever after. Just a little extra care can lead to a longer life for your car, says the Car Care Council. Attachments Images: Read More…
