AAA Study Finds Hands-Free Doesn’t Mean Distraction-Free
The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, following a number of experiments at the University of Utah, has concluded what the MythBusters already knew: hands-free car systems are still highly distracting, and so still dangerous. The study had two sections, but both were performed at 25 mph on a 2.7-mile loop in Salt Lake City, during […]
Selfie Stick Florida Man Gets Canoe Through Windshield
If you are a human being with a brain, you’re probably aware of the fact that it’s not a great idea to mess around with your phone while driving. You can probably also make the connection that filming yourself with a GoPro camera mounted to a selfie stick while driving is an equally dumb idea. […]
“Duh” Survey Realizes Distractions Make Drunk Drivers Even More Dangerous
For years we’ve had PSAs and state laws reminding us that drunk driving is dangerous—because, looking at the statistics, it clearly is. Alcohol impairs our ability to react, concentrate, and make wise decisions. We’ve also been told, as technology develops at an exponential rate, that distracted driving is equally dangerous. Focusing on a cell phone instead […]
57 Best Car-Related Moments from The Office
It’s been over two years (831 days to be exact) since The Office aired its final episode here in the US, and each day since then, I have been filled with an intense emptiness that nothing can fill—but kudos to you for trying, Parks and Rec. The Office is a sick obsession for me; I can quote […]
Chevrolet Corvette Hacked Through Tracking Device
We’ve all seen the commercials from insurance companies like Progressive advertising tracking devices to put in your cars for a chance to get lower insurance rates based on good driving. Many Uber drivers also have company-suggested monitoring tools in their cars for insurance purposes, and in March the White House ordered monitoring devices to be […]
Toyota Sponsors National Urban League Annual Conference
Toyota is no stranger to giving back. Over the years, the Japanese automaker has lent its support to numerous charitable organizations in order to help make the world a better place. One example is Toyota’s long-standing relationship with the National Urban League—the largest historic civil rights and urban advocacy organization in the US. In fact, […]
Why Elon Musk is Wrong About the Future of Driverless Cars
Tesla CEO Elon Musk enjoys saying things; even when those things are, in all likelihood, partially or entirely BS. Recently, he made the news for saying things about autonomous cars—chiefly, that in the future, all new cars will eventually be manufactured with self-driving capabilities (probably true), and that because of this technological breakthrough, cars you […]
Introducing the 2015 Chrysler 300
The 2015 Chrysler 300 carries on the 60-year legacy of the model line with a number of best-in-class distinctions, elegant design, and quality that is affordable. In fact, the new 300 base model (Limited) carries an MSRP of just $31,395 (plus a $995 destination charge). 2015 Chrysler 300: Best-in-Class, Best-in-Everything The 2015 Chrysler 300 sedan […]
Whose Fault Are Distracted Emergency Vehicle Accidents?
On the heels of AAA’s study concerning regarding the most distracting voice-activated in-car systems, discussion is growing throughout communities about the dangers of in-car digital systems. Undoubtedly, innovative connected technology is making in-vehicle communication even simpler for the average driver. Touchscreens mounted on dashboards and voice-activated Bluetooth capability make exchanging phone calls and texting easier– and more tempting– than […]
2015 Toyota Camry Campaign Launches
After months of anticipation, the refreshed 2015 Toyota Camry is finally here. Although not an all-new model, the 2015 Camry is so changed that the only body part it shares with its predecessor is the roof panel. In accordance with this change, Toyota is launching a brand new marketing campaign—the first to be released under […]
Sign the Change.org Petition to Prosecute Deputy Andrew Wood
Update: The Los Angeles District Attorney has ruled that Deputy Wood acted “lawfully” in the events leading to Olin’s death. The capacity for genuine good that can be brought about by Change.org petitions may seem somewhat diluted by people using the platform for everything from getting the internet to stop saying mean things about their books […]
[VIDEO] Toyota Teen Driver Video Challenge Names Grand Prize Winners
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As technology advances, so do the number of distractions for drivers on the road—particularly teenagers. With the rise in the number of casualties caused by texting and driving, it’s more important than ever to urge teens to put down their cell phones and concentrate on the task at hand—arriving at their destinations in one piece. […]
Generation Y Car Buyers: ‘We Will When We Can Afford To’
Wondering what the future holds for automobiles? Look to Generation Y, the next generation of car buyers. A new Deloitte LLP study which surfaced a couple weeks ago explains the trends we can expect from this generation in terms of car buying, and what it could (and likely does) mean for the auto industry. Hot […]
Siri Eyes Free Mode Available in Select Honda and Acura Vehicles
The dangers of texting and driving have been well-documented, so why not let Siri™ do it for you? You will soon be able to in select Honda and Acura vehicles, including the 2013-2014 Honda Accord. Honda is making Apple’s Siri Eyes Free mode a dealer installed accessory, which will allow iPhone customers to direct Siri […]