WAPA wraps up 2011 with Volkswagen, Tim Mahoney
Image via WikipediaOn Friday, December 9, the Washington Automotive Press Association held a luncheon at Volkswagen North America’s headquarters in Herndon, Va.
Wed, 04/27/2016 - 13:30
Fuel efficiency is patriotic, or so Washington believes
Image by Paul-W via Flickr
Like fireworks exploding in the night sky, the news spread on Independence Day that the federal government may soon require auto manufacturers to meet 56.2 miles per gallon fleet-wide by 2025.
Wed, 04/27/2016 - 13:28
Using Cellcontrol to curb distracted driving
I will be perfectly honest with you; I am guilty of distracted driving. I like being accessible at all times, and I’ve texted while driving. For this reason I did not like using Cellcontrol. I hated it in fact, but I hated it for all the right reasons.
Wed, 04/27/2016 - 13:13
Gas prices, parts shortages to cause consumer woes
It seems that every year, just as the weather becomes warmer and “road trip season” nears, the news media begin predicting how much consumers can expect to pay for a gallon of gas come Memorial Day weekend.
Wed, 04/27/2016 - 08:46
AskPatty.com's blog editor talks Chevy's coolest job
Kaeli Gardner from AskPatty.com – the trustworthy site for women-friendly automotive advice – took some time to share with Best Cars Guide what is currently on her radar screen.
Wed, 04/27/2016 - 08:34
Ford, Zipcar to arrive at a college campus near you
As university students embark on a year of “broadening their horizons,” they won’t have to worry about borrowing Mom or Dad’s old junker to get to class or grab groceries. Ford and Zipcar have teamed up to help U.S.
Wed, 04/27/2016 - 08:17
Allstate "Windscreen" commercial
“Delete Text Driving” is the final copy in the ad below called “Windscreen” (produced by Leo Burnett Chicago a few years ago).
This commercial is so powerful that I think about it whenever I see Melanie’s #DFF posts. I’m sharing it with you so it can make an impact on you as well.
Wed, 04/27/2016 - 07:54
Sneak peek: Super Bowl XLVI car commercials
On February 5, millions of Americans will tune in to watch Super Bowl XLVI. But this Sunday isn’t all about football – it’s about commercials. Each year ad agencies up the ante with bigger, badder Super Bowl ads.
Wed, 04/27/2016 - 07:48
A plea to auto journalists to stop driving distracted
I’m now in my fourth year campaigning against distracted driving. In that time, this blog has grown tremendously in its exposure in both the automotive and safety communities.
Wed, 04/27/2016 - 07:43
Super Bowl Automotive Ads: She Said, He Said Analysis with Chris Baccus
In recent months, I have been working diligently to expand my social media network.
Wed, 04/27/2016 - 07:35