Safety in modern cars is better than ever—including in the Genesis GV80 that very well saved Tiger Woods. The new cars that hit the road are loaded with features that can help prevent accidents and, if that accident happens anyway, to mitigate the impact as best it can. Look no further than our contributor Teia…
The Neiman Marcus Christmas Book Can Make Your Holiday Road Trip an Exercise in Perfection
You need a bit of luxe in your life, this year more than ever. Every year, luxury retailer Neiman Marcus curates a select group of Fantasy Gifts, an exclusive group of products and experiences that come with an over-the-top price tag. But for a less pricey investment, the company curates a Christmas Book with a…
Learning Curve: Alexis Olivera is 15 and on Her Way to More Motorbike Championships
She doesn’t have a driver’s license, but she’s already a veteran on a motorbike. Imagine speeding through narrow twists and turns at 190 mph, perched atop a 200-pound motorbike with thousands of fans cheering you on. That’s life for 15-year-old Alexis Olivera – otherwise known as Superlex. She’s not old enough to get her driver’s…
Happy New Year from A Girls Guide to Cars
Here’s to a powerful and empowered 2019! 2018 held amazing new heights for us. All of us. And 2019 promises to be even bigger and better with new opportunities, new growth and most importantly, new friends and colleagues. It’s through stretching our boundaries beyond what we see, challenging ourselves to do what we didn’t think we…
Trucks, SUVs and Car Candy: What to See at the 2018 LA Auto Show
Family SUVs and Trucks Still Dominate, And Santa’s Sled, This Year Led by 797 Horses You might have heard us say that there is no better place to car shop than an auto show. That’s because there is no pressure to buy, no salesmen trying to sell you a car. In fact, you can’t take…
The Best Truck for a Sporty Mom
I’ve always wondered about cars they call “Sport Utility Vehicles.” So many of them are not particularly well suited to any sport outside of racing to Starbucks. As a mom of four who loves to surf, kayak, fish and more, I have always struggled to find the right vehicle for my gear. I’ve purchased enough…
The New Now: Live Your Best Life 2020
Distracted Driving: Toyota Takes a Stand, And Offers Free Classes for Teens
TeenDrive365 Simulator Seeks to Deter Distracted Driving According to my teen daughters, multi-tasking does not diminish mental capacity. They insist they can study while texting, listening to music and uploading selfies. Luckily they know not to text or use their phones while they drive, but distracted driving is a reality for too many drivers, teen or…
Winter Prep: Getting Your Car Ready for Frigid Temps
We all know it is important to bundle up when the temperature drops below freezing, but what about winter prep for our vehicles? During the winter storm of December 2013 I learned a few things the hard, or expensive way. I left my windshield wipers on, but turned the motor off on my 2007 Chevrolet…