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…
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…
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 –…
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….
Why Aunt Jean Leased a 2019 Kia Sorento ES After Visiting Her Niece
Aunt Jean came to visit and went home a new Kia owner. She visited me on vacation and it just so happened I was test driving a new Kia Sedona minivan. Aunt Jean was so impressed by the Sedona that after a few days, she called my uncle and asked him to set up a test drive…
Why I Bought My Dream Car: The Dodge Challenger SRT
It’s Ok to Dream Big, Especially After You’ve Paid Your Dues. I’d driven mom cars for years- a safe, nondescript family sedan, a minivan, and a full-size SUV. With four kids, who could even consider anything else? It was time: I wanted a new car. Wanted, not needed. How could I even really buy that…
9 Women Who Changed and Influenced the Automobile Industry
9 Women Who Change and Influenced the Automobile Industry Women’s History month is around the corner and we couldn’t be more excited. Historically, the automobile industry has had a reputation of being a man’s territory, however, there are some pretty innovative and influential women that have played a major role. Today, we want to highlight…
Three Good Reasons a Woman Should Own a Motorcycle
I had a boyfriend with a motorcycle when I was 19 – it was a blazing red Kawasaki Ninja and it was FAST. As in, oh-my-stars-this-is-insane fast. Once, he let me drive it and he sat behind me and helped me shift. It was an exhilarating feeling, the wind rushing past me, and I…
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…