- New Lamborghini featured at swanky Beverly Hills gala
http://t.co/DMOjzVZ92011/12/01 13:52 by HootSuite - Honda's natural gas Civic named Green Car of the Year
http://t.co/NNCNiTsf2011/11/30 13:55 by HootSuite - Amazing ICON redesign of the classic Ford Bronco.
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Archive for July, 2010
There’s probably nothing more stressful than a car that simply stops working. Obviously, staying safe when your vehicle breaks down is essential. Whether you’re driving a brand new car or an old clunker, these are some tips to make sure you’re prepared. Read more
We’ve all had the frustration ( and sometimes downright fear) of a driver following much too close behind you on the road. There are several things you can do as a safe driver to reduce the danger of a rear-end collison – accidents often caused by people following too closely to the car in front.
As a refresher, make sure you know how close is “too close.” Experts say to use the ‘three second” rule. Pick a fixed object in front. When the car in front passes that object, three seconds should go by before YOU pass the object. In poor weather, it should be 4-5 seconds. You can also use the two-car lengths rule – for more details on maintaining a safe driving distance go to Smartmotorist.com
What to do if someone is not observing good driving practices? Here are a few tips that may help keep both cars safer and help you feel more in control. Read more
There are some people who care a lot about the color of their car when it comes time to purchase a new vehicle. Others will settle for just about any color available as long as it’s the make and model they’re looking for with all the right features. You may think the color of your car matters only as a personal preference, but it can say a lot about who you are and how you drive. Your car color choices may not determine whether or not you’ll get a date or a job, but if nothing else, it’s fun to know what each car color means before you buy. Read more
On July 1, Roadtripforfamilies.com editor Sheri Wallace and her family took off for a 35-day ‘Rockies or Bust’ road trip celebrating the Top 10 Scenic Drives of the Pacific Northwest sponsored by CarHelp.com. Roadtripsforfamilies.com is an online magazine covering family travel from the road trip perspective. The Top 10 Scenic Drives in the Northern Rockies includes some of North America’s most scenic mountains, lakes, charming towns, and historic places. The drives connect 19 spectacular National Parks, Monuments, and Recreation Areas via nationally designated Scenic Byways and National Historic Trails. Read more
Most people these days are fairly good at keeping up with recycling systems in their home. But in your car, it’s not always the easiest thing to do. Tossing all the garbage out just before a carwash or while filling up at the gas station is usually what happens for most of us.
It’s actually even easier to recycle the trash from your car than it is at home. Here are a few simple tips for being greener on the road.  Please comment if you’ve got a special tip for keeping your car ‘green’ too!
- Buy a second trash bin like some of the ones we recommended earlier Shoot for a flexible receptacle that can be easily stashed in the trunk or behind a seat. If you can, buy a green one (or whatever the color of your home recycling containers) so it’s clearly the “recycle†bin. Then toss all your recyclables into that bin. If you’re not sure what you can recycle, you can check Earth 911’s recycling list or check with your local recycling agency.
- Create a bi-weekly clean out plan. If you have kids, make it a game and give them “green points†for finding every recyclable item in the car. Maybe they get to keep the spare change that’s always under the seat. Or create some other reward to help motivate them to keep your car green.
- Your car accessories can also be recycled! Air fresheners, steering wheel covers and those paper mats left by the mechanic after an oil change can all be recycled. Even floor mats and sound systems are candidates for reuse if you’re feeling really ambitious. Again check with your local recycler for options or ask your favorite auto body shop. Don’t have a favorite? Visit carhelp.com’s list http://carhelp.com/shops of authorized auto shops. Membership is free!)
For more tips on recycling in the car, visit Earth 911 or Recycle.net http://recycle.net