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 Angela Zepeda, Chief Marketing Officer of Hyundai
Building a career in automotive marketing takes creativity. But it also takes drive. Luckily, these are two things that Hyundai’s newest Chief Marketing Officer, Angela Zepeda, has no shortage of. And it might seem that her drive helped cut a short path to the c-suite of one of the nation’s top advertisers, being named to…
Kids, Pets and Hot Cars: What You Need to Know Before Tragedy Strikes
It’s getting to be that time of year. Temperatures are rising and people all over the country are thinking – or hoping – they’ve seen the last of the cold weather for a while. Since I’m in Texas “that time of year” is about 10 months out of 12, but I can appreciate that the…
Safety, Good Driving, Speed: What My Mom Taught Me About Cars
You were right about everything, mom. My mom loves fast cars. Naturally, her favorite is a Maserati and she’s not too picky with the model, as long as she can drive it on a race track. Her first car was a Ford Mustang, so when it was time for me to get a car, that’s what…
What’s the Best Mother’s Day Gift? A Freshly Cleaned Car!
Yes, Mommy wants a car detailing service for Mother’s Day (I sure hope the kids see this!). Can you believe Mother’s Day is around the corner? I’m kind of excited to be able to enjoy this day since I’ve been working so much and I haven’t had any time to myself lately. I would like…
What Drives Her: Mitsubishi’s Kimberley Gardiner Navigates the Auto World to Spark Change
Good things often come in small batches. Don’t ask Kimberley Gardiner about marketing to women. Even on a phone call you can see her expression turn steely. The light and energy of the conversation we’ve been having dissipates. “I don’t pretend to represent what women will think about something,” she said. “I try to balance…
Why Girls Love Trucks, and How the Best Trucks Make Us Feel
Not every girl dreams of owning a pickup truck. But they should. Some ladies choose vehicles based on what’s practical for their current stage of life, or what they think looks fashionable. But a lot of girls love trucks, and for these women, considering anything else for their next purchase would seem like a compromise!…
How to Prepare for Unexpected Car Sickness
No kid too old, no distance too short! My 11-year-old daughter had never experienced car sickness. In fact, she’d only vomited about three times in her entire life. So when she recently got car sick, I was caught completely off-guard. As was she. My incredulous reaction mirrored the shock and fear in her eyes. Even…
What Drives Her: Michelle Rainey Brings the Porsche Experience to Life
Because everyone should have the opportunity to drive an iconic car. And that is the point behind the Porsche Experience Center in Atlanta. Built just 5 years ago, it’s designed to capture the true Porsche ownership experience and open to all – from new Porsche owners to those who just want the fun of driving…
5 Things We Love About Supercar Megabuild on Disney+
There’s a new show on Disney+ that’s all about – wait for it…cars. If you’re looking for something new to watch, this just might be it. The popular streaming network recently added this cool docuseries that features a group of top mechanics who team up with famous auto entrepreneurs to create Supercar Megabuild. Related: Netflix’s Hyperdrive…