If you haven’t heard much about the Hyundai Palisade, you get a pass. It’s still sort of the new kid in town. 2020 was is first model year, and Palisades have definitely proven their popularity—dealers have trouble keeping them in stock! Now, the Palisade is back and better than before for 2021. We drive a…
The Ultimate Classic Car: Authentic Design, Modern Technology for the Best of Both Worlds
They don’t make ‘em like they used to. Revology Cars makes them better. If owning a classic Mustang has always been a dream but owning an older car isn’t for you, Revology Cars may have the answer. These classic car replicas pair modern features with the authentic architecture of classic cars, albeit at a true…
Keeping Kids Happy In Car Seats: All Our Secrets
Any parent knows kids and car seats aren’t necessarily a match made in heaven. But, car seats are necessary for safety and moms and dads have to find a way for keeping kids happy in car seats. And, if not 100 percent happy, at least content. Or, at least not kicking and screaming. It’s all…
Why your best road trip car just might be a truck – review of the RAM 1500 Laramie Crew Cab 4×4
I am from Texas. I’ve never owned a truck. I’m hesitant to broadcast this fact because we really like living here and we don’t want anyone to come for our “Texas Cards.” My husband and I have dreams of buying a travel trailer and in order to pull the kind of travel trailer we want,…
How To Prepare For Holiday Travel in 2020
How to prepare for holiday travel in 2020 Whether to travel during this holiday season is an intensely personal decision this year. We have to look at every venture outside of our home where we’ll come into contact with people we don’t live with as a managed risk, so whatever you decide, make sure you…
That’s So 2020: 7 Ideas for Socially Distanced Holidays
A socially distanced holiday is still a holiday in my book. From what we’ve seen in our neighborhoods and in our social media feeds, there is no lack of holiday cheer this year. 2020 seems to have set a record with early holiday decorating and next-level holiday lights that Clark W. Griswold would be proud…
14 Crucial Items for Your Winter Travel Emergency Kit
I’m a warm weather gal, but these 14 items are still crucial for your winter travel emergency kit. After all, you never know when freezing weather will strike! I live in South Texas so snowy, icy roads are something I see on TV or hear my friends in Northern states talk about. Every time I…
8 Killer Tips to Pack a Car for the Best Holiday Road Trip
Yes, you can have it all and you can take it with you. No need to fear your precious Christmas vacation will become another chapter in the annals of the Griswolds. Instead, be the envy of everyone on the road, organized able to see out the window. Now, there are different kinds of packers. Pre-night…
The Budget-Friendly 2020 VW Passat Proves Sedans Aren’t Passé
Are sedans a thing of the past? Maybe not. It seems like the popularity of sport utility vehicles and crossovers are at an all-time high. In the “mom circles” I run in, I see lots of crossovers, full-size SUVs and of course, the perpetually well-represented minivan. But I don’t see many sedans. So, I have…
Meet the 2021 Buick Encore, Your City-Ready Luxury SUV
Meet the Buick Encore, the marque’s compact luxury SUV. Looking for a subcompact SUV for city driving? Put the 2021 Buick Encore on your short list of cars to test drive. It’s small without seeming small. It’s sporty, and very tech forward. I give this one an A for being so darn fun to drive…