Dad taught me a lot about cars… and life My dad grew up with three brothers on a farm in New Jersey, and he learned to drive at a young age. Cars have always represented both a passion of his and a watershed, life-changing moment: a devastating car crash as a teenager. Raised with bunch…
It’s Juneteenth. Please Don’t Buy a Car Today
Some holidays are for genuine celebration and reflection, not consumerism. When Martin Luther King, Jr. Day was established I thought, oh, no, here we go again: Another consumer holiday; a day off to rest, relax and shop. But instead the holiday has become one of introspection, of learning and to some who seize the extra…
11 Last-Minute Father’s Day Gifts Every Car Dad Will Love
It can be hard to shop for the dad who has everything — but don’t let this Father’s Day get away from you. We’ve put together 11 of our favorite last-minute Father’s Day gifts that you can still order today and have wrapped for dad on Sunday. Whether your dad loves cars or just happens…
Leading by Example and Empowering Others, What Drives Her: Dana White of Hyundai
Her journey has led to China, Paris, the Pentagon, the U.S. Senate and now, Hyundai’s C-Suite. When I set out to research Dana W. White, Chief Communications Officer at Hyundai and one of the top female auto executives, my curiosity had been already been piqued. Here was a woman who seemed to do so much…
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…
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…
Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Learn to Drive a Stick Shift
It’s that ominous question that strikes fear in the heart of drivers everywhere: When faced with a situation in which you must, or desperately want to, drive a car that is not your own, you’re asked: Can you drive a stick?
10 Surprising Things We Learned When Our Kids Turned Into Teen Drivers
We knew there would be lots to be terrified about when our kids morphed into teen drivers. But we didn’t know how much we would learn about ourselves—and them! When a teen gets a drivers license, there are so many things that go through a parent’s mind. Will he be safe? How will I know…
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…
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…