The first car-free day in Paris occurred in September, cutting Paris’s smog problem in nearly half Image: Anna Hidalgo Paris is a city that has gradually become more and more unfriendly to cars. In fact, its current mayor, Anne Hidalgo, was elected on a promise to cut air pollution (a rising problem in many capital…
Photo: Paramount Pictures Early last year, Tom Hanks’ son Chet got in a car crash on Route 110, rear-ending a car driven by a man named Terry Moogan. At the time, the crash didn’t exactly make headlines, but after disappearing from public view during that summer and emerging to tell people that he had been…
Here is a philosophical question for you: what is the value of a bug’s life? And to be clear, we don’t mean the Disney movie Photo: Disney Many would argue that an insect’s life has very little value, due to the truly titanic numbers of insects there are (the current estimate is that there are…
A retired couple purchases a used RV and heads for the open road. Wandering from place to place, visiting America’s natural wonders, and meeting new people along the way, they decide to opt out of monthly mortgage payments and make their itinerant lifestyle a permanent one. This may sound like the ultimate dream retirement, but instead,…
The 2016 Dodge Charger Pursuit offers cops a 12.1-inch touchscreen computer that makes their jobs significantly easier Police officers can now say “goodbye” to their chunky dashboard computers—and “hello” to the touchscreen of their dreams. Dodge recently revealed its new 2016 Dodge Charger Pursuit police car and it puts other police cars to shame. What…
Photo: Yinan Chen Your car can get impounded for a variety of reasons — everything from illegal parking to driving while intoxicated. But no matter the reason your vehicle was taken away, it’s a hassle to get it back. Here are some basic steps to take to retrieve your vehicle. Help When You Need it…
With states requiring compliance with the REAL ID Act by the end of 2020, be sure to find out what paperwork you need to replace your driver’s license before heading into the DMV Photo: Judit Klein Panic will undoubtedly ensue when you realize you’ve lost your driver’s license. As one of your most important pieces…
Car thief Photo: TheDigitalWay With many states giving stay-at-home orders and encouraging social distancing at the moment, more vehicles are sitting idle in parking garages and driveways. As a result, during this pandemic, police have reported a spike in car thefts. Up-And-Coming Models: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe Car thefts across the United States…
Here are some ways to boost roadside safety if you live with hearing impairment Driving with hearing loss has its unique challenges. Here are a handful of strategies to help keep you safer behind the wheel so you can focus more on enjoying the ride. Safe and Dependable: Meet the Buick Envision Give your hearing…
Most people have a pretty stereotypical image of the average “truck driver.” They likely picture an older guy with a rough and rugged demeanor who eats on the go and can often be found snoozing in his cab after a long night on the road. While this may be a fairly accurate assessment of some…
If they weren’t on summer vacation, the local kids would probably receive a mayfly day. Or at least a mayfly two hour delay. Photo: Ohio Sea Grant It’s Mayfly-Mania 2: Heart of the Swarm! Last month, we reported on a Pennsylvania Bridge that was shut down due to a fine coating of mayflies. Evidently, Iowa has…
Photo: The News Wheel When I saw that this week in Colorado was being called “Puffer Week,” you can imagine where my mind went. You might know the state is famous for a particular kind of smoke, but Puffer Week is actually about another source of exhaust — idling cars. Don’t Be A Puffer: Check…
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It seems some people are confused about how marijuana impacts a person’s ability to drive. In fact, 7 percent of drivers in America surveyed by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety think it’s perfectly okay to get behind the wheel after using the drug, especially since the chances of getting arrested while high are perceived…
#TheMuscleBehindUs social campaign Photo: FCA The Dodge brand is recognizing the hardworking individuals on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic with the new social campaign, #TheMuscleBehindUs. Dodge is allowing the Brotherhood of Muscle to use the hashtag and take the opportunity to recognize essential workers during this crisis. A Legendary Supercar: 1992 Dodge Viper is…
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