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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.

November 21, 2012 | | On The Road


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.

November 21, 2012 | | On The Road


Optima SX turbo: Sleek & aggressive

The newly redesigned Kia Optima SX turbo is considered one of the best family sedans on the market.

November 15, 2012 | Vince Rembulat | On The Road


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.

November 14, 2012 | | On The Road


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?

November 14, 2012 | | On The Road


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.

November 14, 2012 | By CARY ORDWAY CaliforniaWeekend.com | On The Road


Pathfinder makes ‘next Gen SUV’ crossover

The all-new Pathfinder went from a mid-sized Sports Utility Vehicle to a crossover.

November 08, 2012 | Vince Rembulat | On The Road


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.

November 07, 2012 | | On The Road


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.

November 07, 2012 | | On The Road


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:

November 07, 2012 | | On The Road


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.

November 07, 2012 | | On The Road


SUBARU SAFETY: Legacy Debuts EyeSight Driver-Assist System

Eyesight is precious. Subaru's EyeSight driver-assist technology will save precious lives.

November 07, 2012 | | On The Road


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.

November 07, 2012 | | On The Road


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.

November 07, 2012 | | On The Road


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.

October 31, 2012 | By CARY ORDWAY CaliforniaWeekend.com | On The Road


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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. ...

June 12, 2013 | Vince Rembulat | On The Road


Lake Arrowhead: Small town feel

By CARY ORDWAY

June 12, 2013 | | On The Road


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.

June 12, 2013 | | On The Road


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 ...

June 05, 2013 | Vince Rembulat | On The Road


Russian River: Perfect lazy summer trip

By CARY ORDWAY of CaliforniaWeekend.com

June 05, 2013 | | On The Road


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.

June 05, 2013 | | On The Road


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.

June 05, 2013 | | On The Road


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.

June 05, 2013 | | On The Road


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