Cue “The Entertainer” Photo: Pickled-dove Yesterday was National Ice Cream Day. Hordes of people invaded Cold Stone Creamery, Baskin-Robbins, and Dairy Queen to celebrate. However, a pair of teenage boys celebrated National Ice Cream Day a week early in an unorthodox way: they stole ice cream from the back of an ice cream truck! They…
We’ve all passed the driver’s test and taken driver’s education classes way back in the day, but over time we’ve all had arguments with friends about what is and isn’t legal on the road. We’ll help you solve some of your most-asked questions about driving laws. 7 Questions You’ve Always Wondered About Driving Laws Q:…
Every time those red and blue lights flash in your rear view mirror, you probably think, “How am I going to get out of this one?” When you’re talking to the officer, you have a chance to advocate for yourself by explaining what happened, why it was wrong, or by justifying your actions. Maybe you’ll get…
Hello, internet. Thanks for coming in to talk with us today. Have a seat, because we need to have a conversation about those shaming people who use a handicapped parking placard but don’t look disabled. This has been going on for a while, but a recent tweet from someone at the University of Kentucky has…
Photo: DAHBOO77 Police in Beijing are testing out futuristic sunglasses that are equipped with facial recognition and license-plate identifying technology. This AI gadget comes on the heels of technology products such as the high-tech dash cams that Coban Technologies has been tweaking, to help police identify suspects and bring them to justice more quickly. But, unlike the…
The 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder Photo: Mitsubishi Motors If you’ve had safety concerns over riding in a convertible, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s new report may put your mind at ease. The organization recently found that you can be just as safe cruising in convertibles as you can be driving in their hardtop counterparts….
Ford seeks to create “a culture of belonging” through transparency and continued action Photo: Ford Earlier this year, Ford released its first integrated sustainability and financial report, which outlines environmental actions and contextualizes them for shareholders. That report also shines a light on efforts Ford is making in diversity, equity, and inclusion as part of…
Geoff Ombao’s 1982 DeLorean DMC-12 is featured in a new Petrolicious video Honda may have declared 2015 “the Year of Honda,” but so far it feels more like “the Year of DeLorean.” Already, we’ve had DeLorean iPhone cases, a potential free DeLorean giveaway, and awesome artwork inspired by the gullwinged classic. The DeLorean DMC-12’s resurgence in…
Since 2008, Cincinnati-area Toyota dealers have displayed a new Tundra pickup truck in Great American Ball Park. Each home game, one fan is selected to win the truck, should a Reds player blast a home run that hits a sign in right-center field (430 feet from home plate), or manages to dent the vehicle itself…
While it’s helpful to know what you should do when driving a convertible, it’s also good to know what not to do. Here are four practical strategies to keep in mind for a safer and more enjoyable ride. Certified Maintenance: Advantages of servicing your car at a dealership Don’t adjust the roof while driving Some…
A woman in Carrollton, Texas, called police around 1 a.m. when her Mazda got stuck on a set of railroad tracks near North Broadway Street. What was it doing there to begin with? The driver told police that her GPS told her to turn right instead of left, putting her on the train tracks that…
Photo: Ford Motor Company Police in the United Kingdom will have a powerful new ally on duty: the Ford Ranger Raptor. Ford revealed that coppers in South Wales are trialing the new Ranger Raptor as a means to stay on top of crimes in areas where the road can get rough. As if that wasn’t…
Photo: The News Wheel Bill Bonds, who co-owns a Ziebart store in Sylvania Township near Toledo, Ohio, is giving back to those on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic. Bonds and his employees are focusing their attention on cleaning and sanitizing the cars of medical professionals and first responders. Safeguard Your Journey: Items to…
First snowfall in Massachusetts, courtesy of Winter Storm Benji. Photo: Michigan Dashcam Winter Storm Benji coated quite a few states with snow this weekend, from Florida to Maine. Massachusetts was one of its victims; Boston alone got 6.1 inches of snow, as reported by the National Weather Service. While most drivers recognize the importance of clearing the…
While uncommon, snakes make great rental car security features Photo:WMTW-TV, courtesy of the Kennebunk Police Department The next time you think about hijacking a rental car and going for a joy ride, you might want to check the trunk for a brand new rental car security feature: a live snake! Actually, in the case of two…
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