Oh, Earth Day. The single day of the year that people around the globe pledge to accomplish something positive for the planet on which we live. It wields influence. Politicians seeking greater support will clamor for more stringent emissions standards, and the President will likely fulfill a standard his predecessor’s set by planting a tree […]
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Helpful Spring Pollen Protection Guidelines
Though the wintry weather finally transitioned to mild breezes and sunshine, another nuisance arises to succeed dastardly road salts: pollen. This problematic consequence of springtime triggers more damage than most likely expect. The microbes of pollen are not only viscous and barbed, they are also acidic. These properties can ruin a vehicle’s paint, as well […]
What Almost Was: The 1955 Chrysler Falcon
In recent months, we’ve been inundated with news from the various auto shows around the globe. We saw the greatest number of new releases and redesigns at the 2014 Detroit Auto Show, which were then utilized to promote brands at subsequent shows. The tradition of secret designs and public reveals is part of the automotive […]
Willy’s Jeep: An American Icon
There are many reasons to love the Jeep brand. Each model, though of the same line, offers unique advantages with regard to features and capabilities. We do, however, have to admit the unwavering loyalty of Jeep Wrangler drivers. This coterie of off-road enthusiasts display their love of the model through official groups – almost like […]
Daylight Savings 2014: Reset Your Clocks!
Yesterday marked the second Sunday of March, and it is likely that you were one among millions who begrudgingly gave up an hour of your weekend. For nearly one hundred years, the American public has changed their clocks according to Daylight Saving Time – unless you live in Hawaii or Arizona, of course. This practice […]