It’s surprising how exhilarating it can be to drive over 100 mph. Exhilarating and addicting. I’ll admit it: I was a little apprehensive about the idea of learning to drive on a track. But if we aren’t learning, we aren’t growing, right? So when the Midwest Automotive Media Association (nickname: MAMA, it’s a Chicago-based group…
7 Road Trip Packing Tips for Long Road Trips
A Great American road trip requires a Great American packing strategy! Hubby and I drive from Chicago to Florida and back at least once a year. We’ve done it in one day and we’ve taken as much as a week to make the drive. We definitely prefer the lazy, meandering approach. But spending any more…
An ATV Off-Road Adventure on the Thousand-Mile Hatfield-McCoy Trail
The first thing I was told is that I would get muddy, and to bring a change of clothes for the trip back to my hotel. That turned out not to be necessary. Luckily, it had not rained for several days, so unless I roared through standing water on the rutted dirt trails, not much…
Yoga Poses to Unwind After a Long Road Trip
Sore after a long, hard drive? We’ve got you covered. I know how rough you can feel after a long road trip or even after a track day: sore back, chest, arms, legs, and even abs. But don’t worry—I’ll run you through some much-needed relief. Here, I’m going to run you through some basic yoga…
8 Road Trip Destinations to Visit on the East Coast
Where can the car take you? A road trip is always a good idea. And with all the uncertainty there is right now, many people are turning to car rides and road trips instead of traveling by air, boat or train (which most are banned now anyway). Growing up with immigrant parents, traveling and seeing…
The Truth About Worn Tires and Tire Replacement: What You Need to Know
And, how to know when to buy new tires! Michelin doesn’t want you to buy new tires. Not before you need them, anyway. The company is committed to being the safest tire on the road. And now, it wants to also be seen as the most responsible and sustainable tire on the road. But being…
A Complete Guide to Road Tripping With Pets
Why travel alone when you can bring your fur babies along? Road Tripping is always fun, but they are even better when you can bring your pet with you! As someone who’s driven over 3,000 miles with two dogs, I’d like to think I’m somewhat experienced in this topic. With so many places becoming more…
14 More Badass Women Who Like Cars to Follow on Instagram
Looking for a little more badass inspiration? We all are—and that’s why we’ve put together another list of badass women in the automotive industry that you should be following on Instagram to help you set those #goals—and reach them. These women represent the whole spectrum of the car world, from racers to enthusiasts, and you’re…
Yes, You Can Find Cheap Parking with These Parking Apps – Even The Most Expensive Cities
Parking karma is right in the palm of your hand. Whether you work in a busy city or pay one a visit, parking fees can be exorbitant. Parking in cities like New York, Boston, Chicago and Denver come at a premium. Can parking apps really help? Yes they can! 8 years ago when the New…
9 Of The Best In-Car Organizers to Keep Your Family Tidy
Is there anything worse than a messy car? Seriously. Life is about one million times more difficult when the inside of your car is a hot mess. You can’t find a clean spot to put your purse, the kids have lost their tablet again, and that isn’t even mentioning the extracurricular disaster happening in the trunk. It’s…