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Nov 19, 2009, 4:22 am
Replacing worn windshield wipers can be a smart idea, but surprisingly few people remember to check them.
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Nov 18, 2009, 4:13 am
3M Car Care wants NASCAR fans to see a race in a whole new light - and see better on the highway, too!
3M Car Care and Greg Biffle, driver of the No. 16 3M Ford Fusion in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Seri... Comment - Like
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Nov 17, 2009, 4:17 am
As Americans get ready for Thanksgiving, car care tops the list of pre-holiday preparations, according to a survey conducted by the Car Care Council.
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Nov 16, 2009, 4:33 am
AskPatty.com President and CEO Jody DeVere is serving on a "Women in Automotive" panel at today's "Strategies for Support" seminar, being hosted by Mercedes-Benz. She joins a prestigious group of ... Comment - Like
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Nov 13, 2009, 4:00 am
The AskPatty team attended SEMA last week: members of the Specialty Equipment Market Association make, buy, sell and use all kinds of specialty parts and accessories to make vehicles more attractive, ... Comment - Like
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Nov 12, 2009, 1:57 pm
Autumn is the picture-perfect time of year when many drivers take to the road to view the colors. The leaves are beautiful to see, but when wet or in piles, they present driving hazards unique to the ... Comment - Like
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Nov 11, 2009, 4:23 pm
Ladies, here at AskPatty, we're always sharing tips about car care and maintenance to help you get more out of the life of your vehicle. Performing your regular scheduled maintenance and oil chang... Comment - Like
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Nov 10, 2009, 6:50 pm
Road crashes are among the leading cause of death globally and are recognized as the Number One cause of death in the industry. The devastation the loss of life and serious injury wreaks on the famili... Comment - Like
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Nov 9, 2009, 2:43 pm
Alternate-fueled and hybrid vehicles are gaining market share but still account for a relatively small percentage of vehicles on the road. Someday all of us may be driving pollution-free, hydrogen-pow... Comment - Like
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Nov 7, 2009, 4:00 am
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 ... Comment - Like
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Nov 6, 2009, 5:40 pm
It's a fact that seatbelts and airbags have a proven record of saving lives in automobile crashes. Ford has now combined the two technologies to create a new kind of inflatable seatbelt that will ... Comment - Like
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Nov 5, 2009, 6:05 pm
The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show is one of the biggest events of the automotive industry each year. Held at the Las Vegas Convention Center, it is attended by more than 100,000 i... Comment - Like
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Nov 4, 2009, 4:12 am
With gas prices continually in flux, interest in domestically produced bio-fuels like ethanol (E85) is on the rise. These flex fuels have been gaining popularity not only for their lower cost, but als... Comment - Like
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Nov 3, 2009, 4:00 am
The Women's Automotive Association International (WAAI) will present its prestigious Professional Achievement Award to three automotive industry women during its annual awards dinner. This year... Comment - Like
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Nov 2, 2009, 4:30 am
Did you know that a train traveling at 55 mph can take a mile or more to stop? That's about 20 football fields. It might look like it's traveling slowly, but believe it or not, a train can arr... Comment - Like
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Oct 30, 2009, 9:09 pm
It seems that everyone we talk to is on a tighter budget these days, and most of them tell us watching their pennies has become more than just a hobby. It doesn't matter whether it's groceries... Comment - Like
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Oct 30, 2009, 5:25 pm
In September Shell invited AskPatty readers to share their driving passion in an online photo contest. Well the photo finalists have been selected and only a few days remain for you to decide the winn... Comment - Like
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Oct 30, 2009, 4:00 am
Don't forget to set the clocks back in your car on November 1! Daylight savings ends when we "Fall back" on the first Sunday in November and begins again when we "Spring forward" on the second Sun... Comment - Like
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Oct 29, 2009, 3:47 pm
Halloween is the most dangerous day of the year for children to walk. As children scurry from house to house collecting treats, SafeKids.org and FedEx have joined up to help drivers do their part to k... Comment - Like
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Oct 28, 2009, 4:20 am
When it comes to cold weather driving, synthetic motor oils offer significant advantages vs. conventional motor oils
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Oct 27, 2009, 4:38 am
With the proliferation of official monthly endorsements, sometimes it's hard to keep track of what's important and relevant. For instance, most women are aware that October is Breast Cancer Aw... Comment - Like
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Oct 26, 2009, 6:01 pm
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month and to celebrate its 15 years of support of Susan G. Komen for the Cure(R), the world headquarters of Ford's Blue Oval in Dearborn will shine pink on Mond... Comment - Like
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Oct 26, 2009, 7:22 am
I attended a premiere this month at the Marconi Automotive Museum & Foundation for Kids in Tustin, California, to view a nationwide TV infomercial talking about how using CarMD can be a great safety d... Comment - Like
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Oct 23, 2009, 5:11 pm
Ford Warriors in Pink, now in its 15th year of support for breast cancer health, recently joined forces with Martha Stewart to focus on breast cancer treatments and awareness with a special Warriors i... Comment - Like
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Oct 22, 2009, 4:54 pm
Equal pay, equal housework, and more government obligations to women workers were all on the table at Monday's Center for American Progress conference I attended on live blogger podcast through Ca... Comment - Like
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Oct 21, 2009, 4:00 am
We love to have the chance to share about great opportunities for women in the automotive industry, and were so delighted when we heard this excellent story about Ashley Waller. This young woman put a... Comment - Like
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Oct 20, 2009, 5:21 pm
Auto technicians say the key to keeping vehicles running well - both today and long down the road - is following routine maintenance. Yet many drivers tend to stall when it comes to keeping up with so... Comment - Like
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Oct 19, 2009, 11:22 am
Take one glimpse at teen driving statistics and it's clear: the real culprit facing today's teens behind the wheel is distracted driving. Regardless of whether it's a cell phone, iPod, or ... Comment - Like
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Oct 16, 2009, 2:44 pm
Bendix Brakes is giving away eight $2,500 automotive education scholarships as part of their new "The Passion That Drives You" contest.
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Oct 15, 2009, 4:28 pm
The first rains of the season hit the Los Angeles area this week, temperatures are dropping all over the country as autumn weather moves in. Some colder climates have already gotten their first snows!... Comment - Like
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Oct 14, 2009, 5:34 pm
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Oct 13, 2009, 4:00 pm
I was invited to attend the first-ever Subaru Responsible Recreation Excursion September 21 - 24, 2009. Upon my arrival at the Jackson Hole Wyoming airport I was greeted by a staff member holding a Su... Comment - Like
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Oct 12, 2009, 4:00 am
The American Le Mans Series is the motorsports global leader in alternative fuels and is partnered with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Department of Energy and SAE International to inc... Comment - Like
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Oct 9, 2009, 5:40 pm
The Michelin Green X Challenge prepares to crown its first season champions as the American Le Mans Series heads into the tenth and final race of the 2009 season this weekend at Mazda Raceway Laguna S... Comment - Like
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Oct 8, 2009, 3:45 pm
LaFontaine Automotive Group recently received a Gold Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Certification for its brand-new Buick-GMC-Cadillac dealership, becoming the only "Green" ... Comment - Like
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Oct 6, 2009, 4:31 am
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 Highwa... Comment - Like
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Oct 5, 2009, 4:00 pm
Women account for 85% of all consumer purchases including everything from Autos to Health Care and they spend about $5 Trillion annually which is about half of the USA GDP. It is predicted... Comment - Like
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Oct 2, 2009, 8:27 am
Who would have thought trading in an older model for a new vehicle would generate so much buzz and excitement? Well, Cash for Clunkers did just that.
CARS, an acronym for Car Allowance Rebate System... Comment - Like
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Oct 1, 2009, 2:27 am
In a shocking last-minute decision made just a day before contracts were to be finalized, the Penske Automotive Group has announced that it has ended its discussions with General Motors to acquire the... Comment - Like
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Sep 30, 2009, 4:00 am
By Adam Piper, FCC Collision Centers
Have you ever wondered how the insurance company decides whether to repair your vehicle or just write it off as a total loss? Here at FCC Collision Centers, we se... Comment - Like
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Sep 29, 2009, 3:50 pm
Busy women are best known for their multi-tasking skills. How else could we get so much done every day? Between home and work, kids and their school schedules, groceries and meals -- you name it -- ... Comment - Like
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Sep 28, 2009, 4:05 pm
Do you change your car's motor oil? If so, you're considered a do-it-yourself (DIY) oil changer! According to the American Petroleum Institute, more than 50 percent of all motorists fall into ... Comment - Like
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Sep 28, 2009, 4:16 am
A total of $119,000 in scholarships is being distributed to 74 students through the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund (SMSF), a program administered by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) t... Comment - Like
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Sep 25, 2009, 4:14 am
Do you have a special bond with your motorcycle, car, truck, SUV, or even RV? If you share how Shell V-Power fuels your passion for your ride, you could be a winner! And who doesn't love to be a w... Comment - Like
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Sep 24, 2009, 7:23 pm
After nearly two years in fleet service, the Chevrolet Equinox fuel cell vehicle fleet has surpassed more than a million miles on the road. In case you're not familiar with them, this special flee... Comment - Like
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Sep 23, 2009, 6:45 pm
There's so much happening in the automotive world, whether it's exciting reports about automotive safety, fun car news, or information about our Certified Female Friendly dealers and retailers... Comment - Like
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Sep 22, 2009, 3:18 pm
Motor vehicle crashes are the number one killer of America's teens according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. In 2007, there were 3,974 motor-vehicle-related fatalities in th... Comment - Like
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Sep 21, 2009, 4:00 am
The CalWomenTech Project has archived a Podcast on "Developing Male Allies in Your Male-Dominated Field" with Lori Johnson, President of Ladies Start Your Engines, an automotive class for women. In th... Comment - Like
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When it comes to car buying, what about the "extras" you can get with the car? Are you thinking fabric protection, extended warranties, and anti theft systems? How about considering bacteria, viru... Comment - Like
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