The need for three car seats usually means a vehicle upgrade. But… Your large family will appreciate the ample space and interior storage solutions… If you’re in the market for a family-friendly car, the Greater Atlanta… With each passing month, the Chrysler Pacifica adds even more awards and… When the Chrysler Pacifica minivan was first…
A GM engineer uses Kinect gaming technology to scan a car seat General Motors revealed today that it has been utilizing the Xbox 360 to help engineer its automobiles. No, they aren’t using Grand Theft Auto V to simulate the feasibility of parking a sports car inside a billboard… What GM is actually doing is…
Chrysler, like all other brands under the Stellantis umbrella, is full steam… Don’t look now, but Chrysler is loading up to go all-electric by… For the second year in a row, the Chrysler 300 has dominated… The Chrysler 300 is a popular choice for those wanting both luxury… Car seats take up a lot of…
Whether you’re looking to make some extra income with your truck or… A properly installed car seat can help keep your child safer on… A recent honor gives the 2021 Hyundai Palisade bragging rights as an… It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, which means a blanket… Freshly fallen snow looks beautiful, but it…
The GM logo Photo: General Motors Ethisphere has named GM to its list of the 2021 World’s Most Ethical Companies. This is the second year in a row that Ethisphere is recognizing GM for its ethical business practices. Another Achievement for GM: Chevy Equinox makes Car Seat Check Honor Roll Charging electric GM vehicles…
The holiday season often brings with it cold weather, which makes the safety and warmth of our cars difficult to leave. Luckily, there are several places across the state of Ohio where you can experience the holiday season and extravagant light displays without leaving the comfort of your heated car seats. Perfect for Family-Friendly Holiday…
Parents with young children will appreciate the 2022 Hyundai Tucson’s latest achievement:… A properly installed car seat is a must when you are transporting… Just because you have kids, doesn’t mean your vehicle has to be… Families with three kids who require three car seats for safe travel… Car seats take up a lot of…
Car seats like the Diono Pacifica allow children to remain rear-facing past the AAP-recommended two years Photo: Amazon Recommendations on the types of car seats to use for your children have changed over time. Recently, in April 2011, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) released a new policy statement advising parents to keep their children…
The 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Photo: FCA FCA recently revealed details on the new 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With new exterior features along with wider availability of popular features on different trims, there are a lot of changes to be excited about for the 2020 model year. For the Whole Family: Car seats in the…
Parents magazine collaborated with Edmunds.com to reveal “The 10 Best Family Cars of 2018,” and both the Chevrolet Traverse and Malibu made the cut. The contest judges surveyed more than 300 vehicles for family-friendly elements such as ease of car seat installation and safety ratings, as well as universal vehicle qualities such as affordability, comfort, mileage,…
Toyota Invisible Driver Prank Recently, a video surfaced featuring Rahat, internet prankster supreme, dressed up as a car seat, confusing Europeans as he drove around the new Toyota Aygo. Sounds weird, right? Well, it is. But the Toyota invisible driver prank quickly went viral, making the rounds across a variety of social media, and even…
Safety technology in vehicles seems to get more and more complex on a daily basis. Not so for car seats; these days, most new vehicles are mandated to be equipped with Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) systems that allow for easy and simple installation of car seats. But shockingly, three out of four…
Car seats have a consistent track record for keeping young passengers safe. Photo: Pixnio September 17th-23rd is National Child Passenger Safety Week. Whether you have children of your own to chauffeur or you regularly haul friends’ children around town, it’s important to keep young ones safe in the car. Here are some easy strategies to…
Leather and fabric are probably the two most popular options for car seats, but they are not the only materials in town. If you are tired of scratchy fabric or cold leather or just want to try something new, consider the following materials when customizing the interior of your next car. Car Care: How to…
What would you do with a bunch of old car seat covers? If your answer is to take them and repurpose them into glamorous dresses, jackets, and shirts, then you might just be interested to hear about The Redress Forum: Ford Design Challenge. Ford brought together designers in Europe and Asia and tasked them with…
Car seats are vital in keeping your child safe in the car. Over the years, safety has improved greatly, and as a result, the number of car-related deaths for children under the age of 12 decreased by 43% between 2002 and 2011. If you had your children in recent years, you may not realize the…
Car seats are vital in keeping your child safe in the car. Over the years, safety has improved greatly, and as a result, the number of car-related deaths for children under the age of 12 decreased by 43% between 2002 and 2011. If you had your children in recent years, you may not realize the…
The Chrysler Pacifica continues to impress and rack up awards. Its latest… Finding the best family-hauler can be difficult. There are plenty of options… If your family is growing in size or you already have a… The Chrysler Pacifica has racked up many awards for its family-friendly features.… Since its debut, the Chrysler Pacifica has…
The 2016 Toyota Mirai The Toyota Mirai is an exceptional vehicle. Next month, a handful of lucky drivers in California will finally get their hands on their own Mirai fuel cell vehicles, and hopefully the rest of the country won’t be too far behind. In preparation for the Mirai’s release, Toyota brought three prototypes to…
The Toyota Sienna is the ultimate family vehicle—just ask Busta Rhymes and Mark Wahlberg. With the Sienna, Toyota wants to get rid of the negativity associated with the word “minivan” and concentrate on the car’s many uses—from hauling your family around to helping your kid move to college. The 2016 model offers plenty of high-tech…
Photo: Kia Kia is no stranger to winning awards and being named to various prestigious lists. The brand and its models have won various accolades for being efficient, stylish, and spacious — among many other criteria. Here’s a breakdown of everything that Kia and its models won in the 2023 calendar year! J.D. Power Top…
Leather upholstery is just one of the factors that make Cadillac interiors so sophisticated Photo: © General Motors If you’ve ever wondered what the differences are between leather and leatherette seating you’re in the right place. Discover which vehicle upholstery option is best for your needs and lifestyle. Refined Travel Companions: Meet the 2020 Cadillac…
The threat of a parking ticket can help some drivers remember to park in designated areas Photo: Charleston’s TheDigitel via CC Ever wondered which traffic laws drivers tend to break the most? You’re not alone. Here are seven road rules that drivers tend to abuse more than others. Safe Travels: Discover the benefits of OnStar…
Photo: INFINITI The 2025 INFINITI QX60 is a seven-seat upscale SUV. For the latest model year, it’s been updated with a more fuel-efficient engine, additional standard features, and a new appearance package. Here’s a look at what else it brings to the table The INFINITI QX60 features elegant styling and a sleek profile. You can…
Photo: Disney Transportation has changed quite a bit at Walt Disney World in the last few years. One of the most jaw-dropping decisions was the removal of the Magical Express bus line that took guests to and from the airport when visiting the park. But one mode of transport that has triumphantly returned are Minnie…
Photo: Mitsubishi The 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander occupies a valuable niche — it’s a three-row SUV that starts at under $30,000. While its budget-friendly price tag is evident in its interior materials and performance, it balances things out by offering plenty of utility for everyday family life. Like many Mitsubishi models, the Outlander boasts a distinctly…
Stop me if you’ve heard this one before: The Jeep Grand Cherokee… The three-row Jeep Grand Cherokee L is getting an equal number of additional displays, bringing the total amount of available interior touch screens to five… The all-new 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L is the first-ever three-row version… The SUV market is saturated with…
If you’re looking for a new job in the automotive industry, then you’re in luck… as long as you don’t mind waiting a decade or so for the position to open up. In an effort to share its vision for the future (and, perhaps, as a tribute to retiring Late Show host David Letterman), General…
Getting in and out of an SUV is easier than ever Many automotive sleuths have tried to determine the reason why SUVs and crossovers have grown so popular in the past few years. Explanations offered range anywhere between a desire for more cargo space to consumers choosing a vehicle that makes them feel safer. However,…
Second-grader Miles Johnson drives the new EV donated to Safety City by Toyota Toyota knows that safety behind the wheel is one of the most important challenges facing the auto industry today. With the number of distractions on the rise thanks to the popularity of smartphones and other devices, programs like Toyota’s TeenDrive365 have been helping…
Photo: Subaru Even in uncertain times for the automotive industry, Subaru shows no signs of slowing down its conquest of nearly every award list it meets. Its most recent accolade comes from a partnership between Good Housekeeping and Car and Driver, which named the all-new Subaru Outback the Best Station Wagon on their list of…
On paper, the car you’re thinking about buying is perfect. But, since you can’t exactly drive paper, a test drive is in order. Because you don’t know until you know, you know? Test driving a potential car buy is not all fun and games. Well, it is some fun and games–you’re about to drive the…
2017 Toyota Yaris iA and 2017 Kia Sportage at 2017 Chicago Auto Show Photo: The News Wheel Sedans used to be the vehicle of choice for families over the past century. Now, the crossover SUV dominates the market as the family vehicle of choice. But is it better to buy a used sedan or a…
It’s a shame the defunct Pontiac brand didn’t make it out of the Great Recession. After developing a hundred-year legacy of stylish, affordable vehicles, the automaker’s doors were closed by General Motors in 2010. Even though no new Pontiac models are arriving at dealerships anymore, the “zombie” brand still lives on in its recognizable, pointed…
It was incredibly hot at the Cancun, Mexico airport, as the mid-day sun turned every paved area into a skillet and tested the resolve of every air conditioning unit. Red-faced tourists stood in a long line up to a shoulder-high counter, behind which stood a team of blank-faced employees methodically working their ways through both…
Alexander Albon Photo: Red Bull Racing Red Bull Racing has announced that Alexander Albon, the British-Thai racing driver, has been promoted to the team to drive alongside Max Verstappen, while Pierre Gasly will return to the Red Bull sister team Toro Rosso. “Red Bull are in a unique position of having four talented Formula One…
You’ve probably seen a long line of cars following a hearse at some point in your life, whether you were driving or just a passenger. But what are the rules, if any, regarding funeral processions? Do you need to pull over? Does traffic stop completely on both sides of the road? Be sure to check…
Standard vehicles offer limited options for those who need specialized access and operation controls, but it’s not as costly or involved as you may think to make a vehicle handicap accessible. In fact, the installation of a combination of the following accessories can turn a standard production-version of a van, truck, car, or SUV into…
I was sitting at my desk finishing up a history page for the Ford Fusion when my boss nonchalantly asked me if I felt like road tripping it to Detroit this week for NAIAS. If it hadn’t been over instant messenger, I might have tackled her with a bear hug. (Did she seriously think “No”…
The results of the recent Safe Kids Worldwide survey funded by part of a $2 million General Motors Foundation grant have found that one in four parents and caregivers have at one point or another failed to safely secure their children in vehicles. The national online survey polled 1,002 parents and caregivers of children aged…
Even New Zealand’s PM will soon be driving an e-tron Photo: Audi The EV industry is enjoying success around the world, and New Zealand is no exception. The use of environmentally friendly electric vehicles is now set to include not only the public, but the highest authority in the country. Recently, news broke that the…
Toyota Aygo peeing commercial does exactly what you’d think Toyota is known for its weird commercials across the globe. From the strange “Jungle Wakudoki” commercial created by Toyota Asia Pacific to the recent “The Musical City” by Toyota Europe, one thing’s for sure—whoever is in charge of Toyota’s global advertising certainly has a sense of…
If you have an internet connection and eyes, you might have noticed some interesting new commercials from Toyota. The Japanese automaker is promoting the 2015 Sienna hard, which means rebranding it from boring “minivan” to ultra-cool “Swagger Wagon.” But slightly odd commercials are nothing new for Toyota, which has been using “weird” as a way…
This last month, Chevrolet has been rolling out a series of new… Do you own a hybrid car? What convinced you to go green?… The Graco My Ride 65 and My Ride 70 are nearly identical… For most families, saving money is a top priority; however, you don’t… The Evenflo SecureKid 300 harness booster seat…
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) was created by the Highway Safety Act of 1970 as an agency of the United States government’s executive branch and their Department of Transportation. Today, the NHTSA is primarily known for authoring and applying Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and conducting crash testing—vehicles that receive the annual NHTSA…
The 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee has made a reputation for its capable performance and everyday family-friendly practicality. This perennially popular midsize SUV offers adventure-ready features, convenient tech tools, and the reliability that your active lifestyle demands. Here’s a look at what it brings to the table. Exterior The Grand Cherokee stands out from the crowd…
The 2020 Nissan Kicks is a sporty crossover with unparalleled customization options. But the Kicks has more than style — it’s loaded with comfort, technology, and safety features. The Nissan Kicks is kicking off 2020 with a new, more aggressive design, complete with a floating roof and a V-motion grille. In addition to its stylish…
Photo: Chevrolet The 2020 Chevy Blazer doesn’t compromise on style or versatility. Here’s a rundown of what you’ll find on this sporty SUV. The 2020 model year brought a few exciting changes to the Chevy Blazer. Now, you can pick a new 230-horsepower turbo-four engine. In terms of power, it slots above the standard mill…
The Chrysler Pacifica has come a long way towards growing past its… There are so many available awards that it becomes almost impossible for brands or individual models to fail to get one eventually… Don’t look now, but Chrysler is loading up to go all-electric by… The Chrysler Pacifica continues to impress and rack up…
Photo: James Schwartz (Creative Commons 2.0) Driving is the most dangerous activity Americans engage in on a daily basis. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, road accidents are the chief cause of death for Americans aged 1 to 54 years old, killing 37,000 people annually. Additionally, more than 2 million Americans are…
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