Happy Thanksgiving! We’re officially in the holiday season. Can you believe it? Where has the time gone? Time really flies when you’re having fun. And we can say we’ve had our share. From covering amazing events in the automotive industry to traveling, test driving and interviewing inspiring women in auto who are making changes out…
SUVs vs Minivans: Which is right for you?
Dear A Girls Guide to Cars: I need a new car. I want a DVD system for my son and seating for more than five people, also. Should I look at a minivan or an SUV, and which one is best? Which do you drive? Thanks, Mary H., Brooklyn, NY Hi Mary, I drive an SUV with…
What Drives Her: Laura Schwab, the First Female President of Aston Martin Americas
Sometimes we need to make room for what’s right. This might describe Laura Schwab’s career path, and it might also describe Aston Martin‘s newest model: the DBX SUV. Yes, the DBX is gorgeous, bespoke and exclusive. But it’s not just the first SUV in the Aston Martin family; it’s a standout in that it was…
What Drives Her: Joanie Martin, Chief Administration Officer of Michelin Tire North America
Moving Ahead in Mobility, and Going You Where You Want to Go If you sat next to Joanie Martin on an airplane or stood next to her in line at the movies, you’d never guess she’s one of the highest ranking women in automotive. Kind, unassuming and quietly confident, Joanie’s journey to to Chief Administrative…
What Drives Her: Brehanna Daniels Is Paving the Way for Women in NASCAR’s Pit Road
NASCAR is still dominated by white guys. But not for long. But Brehanna Daniels broke the glass ceiling by becoming the first African American female pit crew member. Right before the next decade begins, it’s poignant to see how this rising star switched up her career path with an unexpected opportunity: NASCAR. Brehanna is just…
School Drop Off: How to Set the Right Mood
I hate school, do I have to go? If your kid’s like most, you’ve heard this phrase before. School drop off can feel like a guilt trip in itself. I get it. Mornings suck, teachers and students can, too. Tests are stressful and things are just awkward. But you’ve got to think positive and get…
The Soccer Mom Guide to Prepping the Car for Soccer Season
It’s fall. If you’re a mom with kids in sports…you know what that means. The leaves are turning (well..maybe not in Texas because fall is identical to July where I live.) But turning leaves and crisp weather just sounds better than “It’s September and we’re all still sweating,” right? One thing that screams fall to me –…
The Antidote to the SUV: Top 10 Reasons Why I Love the Kia Soul GT
The 2020 Kia Soul GT Turbo is the perfect car for young hip moms (like me). And I don’t mean like the “cool mom” from “Mean Girls.” It’s versatile for a number of reasons you may not even know that you needed just yet. Whether you’re gearing up for a family road trip or simply…
Three Car Features That Make The School Pick Up Line Easier
As parents, the school pick up line is one of those tasks that can be daunting. In a perfect world, a chauffeur might pick up the kids and transport them home, or maybe they come home in a preapproved Uber. I know many of us dread the school pick up line, but there are ways…
Stressed Out Behind the Wheel? These Tips For Stress Free Driving May Help
We live in a fast-paced, noisy culture. As women, we also often have to-do lists that never end. It’s a dangerous combination. And sometimes that dangerous combination…in addition to everything else we have going on…catches up with us when we are behind the wheel. Stop the madness! I think we all know that isn’t safe….