"hot-wheels" Articles & Blogs:
Danica Patrick designs new Hot Wheels car
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Patrick unveiled a sketch of her “Danicar” February 6th, 2010 at the Daytona International Speedway while announcing Hot Wheels return to NASCAR through a partnership with JR Motorsports .
The custom die-cast vehicle was co-designed with the Hot Whee...[Read on] |
A clean car is a cool car!
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Cleaning a car is a piece of cake,
right? Certainly, if you follow the
procedures suggested by the Car Care
Council.
While it's the most basic procedure
in car care, it does deserve some thought.
The fi...[Read on] |
Danica Patrick places fifth in Indy 500
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With the Indianapolis 500 Race just completed, there’s no question that its most famous participant (other than spectator Kim Kardashian and Jack Nicholson, who was the honorary race flag waver) was Danica Patrick.
Patrick has had a rocky month and her...[Read on] |
Megabeth: Librarian is hell on wheels
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Looks like there’s no typical road to the roller derby rink.
Resident grandmas can lay a smackdown as easily as the younger girls. In fact, women of all ages and sizes lace up to give it a shot.
Fifty-three-year-old Beth Hollis of Akron, OH is a so...[Read on] |
Mackinac Island: Story of a town with a different set of wheels
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Imagine replacing your four automobile tires in for four carriage wheels, four horse hooves or a set of bicycle tires.
Or what if you just used your own two feet? Sound crazy? Not for Mackinac Island residents, who live on a surprisingly mountain-like is...[Read on] |
Drivers Beware! The Peril of Potholes Are Upon Us
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Brought to you by Car Care Council
Hitting a pothole can damage tires, wheels, steering and suspension, wheel alignment and more. The Car Care Council recommends that motorists who experience any of the following warning signs after hitting a pothole s...[Read on] |
Let the good times roll
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Drew Barrymore’s directorial debut isn’t the only place where you can find wheels a-turnin’ lately. Roller skating is as hot as ever and there are a number of roller sports that have novices and spectators alike spinning:
Roller Disco: Whether or n...[Read on] |
Eco-Driving Tips From Ford
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The U.S. Energy Information Administration reports that the United States uses about 150 billion gallons of gasoline annually. Eco-driving techniques tested by Ford showed that motorists coached in eco-driving can significantly improve the fuel economy p...[Read on] |
Memorial Day Driving Tips: Avoidable Summer Road Hazards That Will Cost You
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Memorial Day marks the beginning of the Summer Travel season! Are you taking a road trip this weekend? At AskPatty, we know taking to the road for a summer getaway can be fun and enjoyable but only if the proper precautions are taken to get your vehicle ...[Read on] |
What drives Edward Cullen? Volvo invites you to enter to win movie tickets...And maybe a Car!
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To celebrate the release of The Twilight Saga: New Moon movie, Volvo is giving away two tickets to the world premiere in Los Angeles on November 16, 2009. To enter the sweepstakes for a chance to win the tickets, visit WhatDrivesEdward.com before Monday,...[Read on] |
A Chick’s Guide to Clever (Over)packing
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I’ve become a notorious over-packer amongst my family and friends.
My bags are usually hovering on the edge of overweight when I fly (or sometimes just blatantly too heavy, like when I went back to school in August this year with 3 suitcases, 2 of whic...[Read on] |
A Chick’s Guide to Clever (Over)packing
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I’ve become a notorious over-packer amongst my family and friends.
My bags are usually hovering on the edge of overweight when I fly (or sometimes just blatantly too heavy, like when I went back to school in August this year with 3 suitcases, 2 of whic...[Read on] |
Gas-Saving Tips for Trying Times
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Brought to you by ASE - National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence
Every day seems to bring higher prices at the gas pump. Some commuters are sharing rides, others are taking public transportation. But if you are like countless others, you ...[Read on] |
Welcome Spring! Do your roads have a plethora of potholes?
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Recipes for Potholes: take some snow, ice and rain + mix in some sunlight and the spring time freeze & thaw cycles, and you get a plethora of potholes!I've lived in Vermont for over 25 years and have never seen such a stellar crop of potholes!Vermont...[Read on] |
US Government Fleet To Get A Little Greener
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More than 17,600 American-made, fuel-efficient cars and hybrids will soon be entering the government fleet, thanks to President Barack Obama. Putting his money (or more aptly, your money) where his mouth is, the president plans to use $285 million in Fed...[Read on] |
How do you stop a runaway vehicle?
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In the aftermath of last month's news event involving deaths of a California Highway Patrol Officer and three members of his family, and the subsequent advisories by Toyota and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to recall more than 3.8 mi...[Read on] |
How Much Car Tech is Too Much?
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Last week we talked about ways women like to be pampered in the car. This week I wonder how much is too much?
I was in an Acura RDX crossover SUV recently that greeted me when I put the key in the ignition with a glorious "Welcome" message in the spe...[Read on] |
Tips to pimp your ride - For the kids' safety!
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I had stopped on my way home from picking up the kids to get a pizza at my local Pizza Hut. There in the parking lot was an example of what is best labeled as a San Fernando Valley Art Car themed in red. The giant beast was covered in red things, from bi...[Read on] |
Meditation on Driving in Los Angeles Rain
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The big winter rains have finally arrived in the Los Angeles area. While
many of you might laugh at this announcement because you may have been
living with seasonal rain and snow for a few months already, this is
actually a monumental week for So-Cal dri...[Read on] |
Woman's Review: The GMC Terrain can wear as many hats as I do
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Imagine a car that could carry five passengers--making you very popular for carpools. A car with a trunk that can carry soccer equipment, a month's worth of groceries, and lots of luggage. A car that is kind of like a little black dress--it works well ...[Read on] |
Zipcar launches FastFleet, partners with ZimRide
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Have you heard of Zipcar?
Begun in Cambridge, Massachusetts nearly a decade ago, the startup pioneers the European idea of car-sharing here in the U.S.
Its concept is simple: offer self-service vehicles by the hour or day to city residents and busi...[Read on] |
Happy to Introduce: Smart Jumper Cables!
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Today's cars are very complex. If the battery of your car dies - you want to be very careful that you do the right thing! Here are four different ways you can charge the battery to get your car rolling down the road again.
1. Slowly charge the bat...[Read on] |
Envisioning the Ultimate Youthmobile at the Los Angeles Auto Show
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As timeless as hanging out at the mall, automobiles have played an important role in young people's social lives, acting as a means of self expression as well as a necessary tool for interacting with friends. Today, communication technology is changing h...[Read on] |
AskPatty Mother's Day Gift Guide
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Mom was always there to pick you up from school and shuffle you to and from soccer practice. She drove you to your first school dance, and parked around the corner to save you the embarrassment. Mother's Day is an opportunity to give back to Mom in a wa...[Read on] |
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