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…
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