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Ford to bring smaller 3-cyclinder engine to US market in 2014 Fiesta
DEARBORN, Mich. (AP) - Ford is bringing its smallest engine to the U.S. in the race to meet stricter government fuel economy rules.
Doing Christmas shopping in the wine country
The best kind of Christmas shopping is the kind that is fun. While some people actually enjoy going to the malls and standing in cash register lines 10 people deep, the really smart shoppers – in our opinion, anyway – are those who make the shopping experience a memorable occasion which they can remember with fondness.
Optima SX turbo: Sleek & aggressive
The newly redesigned Kia Optima SX turbo is considered one of the best family sedans on the market.
Aging drivers present new transportation challenge
WASHINGTON (AP) - Baby boomers started driving at a young age and became more mobile than any generation before or since. They practically invented the two-car family and escalated traffic congestion when women began commuting to work. Now, 8,000 of them are turning 65 every day, and those retirements could once again reshape the nation's transportation.
Ford debuting Transit Connect Wagon
DEARBORN, Mich. (AP) - It looks like a minivan. It has sliding doors like a minivan. So why isn't Ford calling its new seven-seater a minivan?
Pasadena offers more than just Rose Bowl events
Springtime may not be the most likely time to think of Pasadena -- known worldwide as the site of the spectacular Rose Parade every January – but this Southern California city offers a surprising mix of attractions that makes it an ideal getaway just about any time of year.
Pathfinder makes ‘next Gen SUV’ crossover
The all-new Pathfinder went from a mid-sized Sports Utility Vehicle to a crossover.
WHEEL YOU MARRY ME?
COPENHAGEN (AP) - Cycling through the heart of some European cities can be a terrifying experience as you jostle for space with cars, trucks and scooters that whizz by with only inches to spare.
You don't have to be Spider-Man to go canyoneering
SALOME CANYON, Ariz. (AP) - I was about to follow a man I'd just met through a sweltering desert, into the crevices of a canyon, over wet boulders, down a waterfall, through a bone-chilling creek, down rock faces and up through the desert again.
Tips for traveling with pets during the holidays
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Traveling with a pet isn't easy, since there are more rules than destinations. Kelly E. Carter, president of thejetsetpets.com and AOL's resident pet travel expert, and Sheron Long, frequent international traveler and author of "Dog Trots Globe - To Paris and Provence," share their tips:
Experts: Holiday travel with pets is worth hassle
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Travel for humans during holidays is tough enough: Long lines, crowds everywhere, extra bags full of presents. Throw a pet in the mix, and it's a recipe for disaster.
SUBARU SAFETY: Legacy Debuts EyeSight Driver-Assist System
Eyesight is precious. Subaru's EyeSight driver-assist technology will save precious lives.
Stunning ocean resort just south of Los Angeles
Back when visitors drove just south of Los Angeles to what was then called Marineland of the Pacific, the general feeling was this spectacular piece of the California coastline was ideal for a major theme park focused on marine life. The broad vistas and panoramic view of the ocean just seemed to be the perfect backdrop.
Honolulu bargains beyond beaches
HONOLULU (AP) - Airfare, hotels, guided tours and pricey luaus - a Hawaii vacation can add up, especially now that hotel room prices are back on the rise.
New England feel awaits travelers in Mendocino
When the producers of TV's Murder She Wrote were looking for the perfect stand-in for the fictional New England coastal village of Cabot Cove, they found it about 3,000 miles this side of the East Coast in the Northern California community of Mendocino. So it's no mystery that, with all of the TV exposure, Mendocino has become one of the most popular getaways on the California coast.
Articles by Section - On The Road
It’s about people at Steves
OAKDALE – Jay Bentley once dreaded coming to the work. Back then, he was employed at a car dealership where people were looked upon simply as numbers and management constantly kept the pressure on him and his fellow sales representatives. "After awhile, I was so fed up with it that I actually left the business," Bentley said on Tuesday. That changed once he came over to Steves Chevrolet Buick, 1285 E. F St. in Oakdale. ...
RAV4: Toyota’s redesigned small ute is functional
The Toyota RAV4 is a founding member of the small-ute group and for 2013 moved into its fourth generation - in 18 years.
Nissan delivers models drivers want
Nissan reported record sales in the U.S. for May. According to the website, www.nissannews.com, 2013 models led by top-selling Sentra, Altima, Pathfinder and Rogue helped set the new mark of 114,457 deliveries, an increase of 24.7 percent over that of May 2012. Tracy Nissan, 3195 N. Naglee Rd, contributed to those numbers. All told, the Nissan division boasted 106,558 sales last month, up 31.2 percent over last year. "We are in the midst of launching ...
Russian River: Perfect lazy summer trip
By CARY ORDWAY of CaliforniaWeekend.com
Acura’s flagship sedan restores faith in brand
Acura has redoubled its ante to the entry-luxury sedan segment with a blue-chip redesign to its flagship RLX.
GM unveils reworked Chevy Malibu
DETROIT (AP) - General Motors is hoping that a hurry-up makeover of the Chevrolet Malibu will move it from also-ran to a top performer in the key midsize car segment.
Focus on fun: 252-horsepower ST Hot Hatch plays the loud pedal
I feel it necessary to apologize to my fellow motorists for some "loud pedal" driving.
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