“I’ll never let my kids eat in the car.” Yeah, right. We’ve all either heard it or said it. But it’s probably one of the first things to go once you reach elementary age, if not before. Yes, a crumb-free vehicle sounds amazing, but it’s insanely unrealistic. Whether it’s a rushed breakfast on the way…
Don’t Buy New Tires Until You Read This: Tire Rack Tire Review
This is how to know which new tires to buy. When it comes to tow & haul, I can talk your ear off about most of the technical aspects. As an RV’ing family I’ve done my research, gotten hands-on, and honestly know way more than I’d like to admit. Have questions about weight distribution hitches?…
Finally, a Jeep For Pickup Truck Lovers: The 2020 Jeep Gladiator
All we love about Jeep, and all we love about pickup trucks, all in one. A week before I met the 2020 Jeep Gladiator, I spoke at the RV Entrepreneur Summit. I fit right in with everyone towing big rigs with big trucks. I can talk about towing capacity all day long. But there’s another…
How to Keep Potholes from Ruining Your Tires… And Your Day
It’s pothole season! This post is part of a paid partnership with Cooper Tires, which provided information for this story. Learn more about protecting your tires and your car by following the hashtag #TakeOnPotholes on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. When we first announced to our families that we were moving to Michigan, my aunt laughingly…
Need a Great Car? Meet Us at the 2019 DFW Auto Show
It’s time to start your spring car shopping. We have long been fans of auto shows for the ability to shop without pressure from salesmen, the ability to cross-shop different models and at the Dallas Fort Worth Auto Show, you can take a test drive. The DFW Auto Show takes place March 27th-31st at the…
What Are the Best Cars and Trucks? Meet the Cars.com Best Of 2019 Award Winners
Cars.com editors recognize the best cars they drove this year. And they even bought the one they liked the best! If you’re going to spend several years and many tens of thousands of miles in a car, shouldn’t it be one of the best? That’s what the editors of Cars.com think, too. Cars.com partnered with…
Car Fest 2020: The Detroit Auto Show Takes Over Motor City—Literally
Cars, music, food, test drives, city parks, fireworks and fun. Isn’t THAT what an auto show should be? I can’t wait to visit the Detroit Auto Show next June. Yes, next June. I said that right. Anyone who has attended the Detroit Auto Show— media, auto company execs, auto fans and new car shoppers— knows…
The 2019 Ford Ranger: Small Pickup Trucks Built Tough (for Adventure)
Hands off. This truck is all mine. (OK, not really; you’ll love it too). Since 2011, you haven’t been able to buy a new Ford Ranger in the United States. That’s all about to change. Ford has redesigned their smallest truck offering from a miniature work-truck to a comfortable mid-size adventure machine. If you’re looking…
Lexus, Sleepypod and A Girls Guide to Cars Team to Teach Pet Travel Safety
You and your pet are invited to local events, or, join the live stream! This post is part of a pet safety campaign sponsored by Lexus. Every day we’re surrounded by information regarding securing our children safely in our vehicles, but what about traveling with our furry friends? Did you know that in some states…