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5 African-American Women Trailblazers in the Automotive Industry

February 10, 2021 by Dawn Thigpen 1 Comment

Faurecia Edie Reeves

When we think about the automotive world, we initially think male-dominance. This is true for the most part, there are several women trailblazers leaving a huge imprint on this industry. With that being said, let us take a minute to give a huge shoutout to ALL women who are brave enough to shatter glass ceilings… 

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Filed Under: She Says, Spotlight Tagged With: african american women in auto, black history month

5 of the Best Compact Cars For Road Tripping

February 4, 2021 by Dawn Thigpen 2 Comments

My 5 Favorite Compact Cars For Road Tripping

Just call me the “Road Trip Queen.” I’ve been road tripping pretty much on a monthly basis since moving to South Florida. And I am totally having a blast. It was never really planned but life just sort of pushed me into that direction. One particular area that I seem to keep hot is Central… 

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Filed Under: Personal Style, SUV, Travel Tips Tagged With: best compact cars, best road trip cars, Mazda

2020 Nissan Sentra: Newly Redesigned And Extremely Stylish

November 12, 2020 by Dawn Thigpen Leave a Comment

2020 Nissan Sentra

Its 2020 and while the SUV has stolen many hearts, people still love an affordable and compact sedan. One that’s sleek, comfortable and great for long car rides, like the newly redesigned 2020 Nissan Sentra. Any time I see a Nissan Sentra, I become nostalgic. It reminds me of all the good times I had… 

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Filed Under: Car Reviews, Nissan Tagged With: 2020 Nissan Sentra, affordable sedans, best compact sedan, compact sedan, NIssan, Sentra

Honda Has the Cars for You When You’re All about the Music

October 16, 2020 by Dawn Thigpen Leave a Comment

2020 Honda Hybrid

A quiet car lets you hear every single note. If you’re looking for a fun ride that lets you really listen to your music, Honda‘s 2020 hybrids might just do it for you. They are super quiet and let you focus on the music and the road, not a roaring, gas-guzzling engine. I took three of… 

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Filed Under: Honda, Personal Style, Sedan Tagged With: 2020 Honda Insight, ACL, honda, Honda Insight

It’s Hispanic Heritage Month, So We Toured Iconic Latin Culture Destinations in a Toyota Corolla

September 15, 2020 by Dawn Thigpen 2 Comments

Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month w/Toyota

Is there a better way to see South Florida’s best sights? I live in Miami. Latin culture is everywhere. So while we regularly enjoy ceviche and mojitos, it’s even better when you get to dive in with with experts who can show you what you’re missing. And, when you get to hang out with one… 

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Filed Under: Destinations, New Cars, Toyota Tagged With: 2020 Toyota Corolla, Corolla, Miami, National Hispanic Heritage Month, Toyota

She Was Supposed to Be Buying Cat Food. She Ended Up Buying a Ford Mustang Convertible

September 8, 2020 by Dawn Thigpen Leave a Comment

Buying a Mustang convertible

And, her husband got a new Ford Edge, so there’s harmony in the house. I’ve had the pleasure of witnessing the transformation of an incredible and courageous human being. Meet my friend, Tracy Trumowicz Augustin, who blogs with her husband Wayne at 2 Forks and a Cork. Although they write mainly about food, they also test out… 

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Filed Under: Buying a Car, Convertible, Ford Tagged With: 2018 mustang, edge, Ford, Life Transition, Lifestyle, Mustang

Celebrity Car Love: These Girls Put Their Power Into Gorgeous Car Collections

June 24, 2020 by Dawn Thigpen 2 Comments

Cardi B James Corden Celebrity car

They don’t just dream about beautiful cars. Growing up, I remember my mom’s excitement when seeing a souped-up hot rod. And leave it to my Aunt J to purchase a 1969 black and green Chevy Chevelle SS, which is my dream car. I only wish she still had that beast, because I would beg her… 

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Filed Under: Luxury, She Drives Tagged With: Beyonce, Cardi B, Celebrity cars, Chevrolet Chevelle SS, Kylie Jenner, Lady Gaga, Lamborghini Huracan, Mercedes G-Wagon

Bubba Wallace Drives NASCAR to Ban the Confederate Flag. Now We Love the Sport Even More

June 19, 2020 by Dawn Thigpen Leave a Comment

NASCAR Bubba Wallace Featured image with Dawn Gibson-Thigpen

I knew I loved you NASCAR, and I am so happy you love me back! I’m not sure about you ladies and gentlemen, but ever since 2020 showed her weird head it has felt like the Twilight Zone. I remember waking up on January 1st so excited for the New Year to start and promising… 

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Filed Under: She Says Tagged With: Black Lives Matter, Bubba Wallace, Confederate Flag, George Floyd, NASCAR, NASCAR Drive for Diversity, NASCAR history

2019 Honda HR-V Sport: Choosing a Compact SUV for Some Mother Daughter Fun

May 9, 2020 by Dawn Thigpen Leave a Comment

2019 Honda HR-V Sport: Compact SUV

The 2019 Honda HRV Sport is a whole vibe! I love a good road trip, especially when I am rolling in a sassy and fun car like the HRV Sport! Recently, my mom and I hit the road in the compact SUV and we had a blast. She will be moving to another state soon so… 

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Filed Under: Car Reviews, Hatchback, Honda Tagged With: best crossover, compact crossover, compact SUV, honda, Honda HR-V, subcompact suv

Why Women Love SUVs: 5 Reasons Why A Large SUV is Better

May 1, 2020 by Dawn Thigpen 5 Comments

Reasons a large suv makes you queen of the road

Is driving an SUV in your DNA? It wasn’t until several years ago, when I drove a large SUV for the first time, that I understood why a lot of people prefer trucks over cars. For one, several brands are making SUVs that are equipped for off-roading, two, you feel super protected due to the… 

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Filed Under: SUV Tagged With: 3 row SUV, best family suv, big suvs, CX-9, Mazda, Mazda CX-9, SUVs

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