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2012 Mazda CX-9 - Review Updated: Thu, May 24, 2012 To many the Big Gulp, supersized life has become emblematic of America. Why else would an automaker continue to market a full sized SUV in the face of rising fuel costs, governmental regulations and economic uncertainty? Well for one because in the case of the Mazda CX-9, its flagship SUV that has been refined... Read More
Oklahoma City woman killed, man injured in I-40 crash Updated: Mon, May 14, 2012 A 35-year-old Oklahoma City woman died Monday in a wreck on Interstate 40 at S Rockwell Avenue in Oklahoma City. Read More
2013 Dodge Dart Updated: Fri, May 4, 2012 The 2013 Dodge Dart gets Chrysler back into the compact sedan game, and it does so with more than a little attitude and rakish design. Instantly distinctive on the road, the new Dart is one of the roomiest entries among compact four-door sedans. Dodge will offer three engines, three gearboxes, several trim levels,... Read More
Rolling out the best tires Published: Mon, Apr 30, 2012 Choosing good tires is critical -- they can bring out the best in a car's braking and handling capabilities and keep occupants safe in an emergency situation. In its latest tests of more than 150 tires, Consumer Reports identified a selection of good choices in nine categories. Models from Bridgestone,... Read More
Agencies team up for traffic enforcement event Published: Wed, Apr 25, 2012 The Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Office, the Oklahoma Highway Patrol and the Oklahoma City Police Department will work as a T.E.A.M. (Traffic Enforcement Across Metro) April 28-29 to reduce illegal traffic activity. The event is designed to reduce the number of dangerous traffic violations in the area. It will... Read More
Rules to prevent car back-over deaths delayed Published: Wed, Feb 29, 2012 WASHINGTON — Rules aimed at helping drivers avoid unintentionally backing over children, already overdue, are being delayed again following complaints from automakers that requiring rearview video cameras systems on new cars and trucks would be too expensive. In a letter to lawmakers, Transportation Secretary... Read More
CARS ARE NOT A ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME PURCHASE Updated: Fri, Feb 24, 2012 Dear Tom and Ray: I'm 35, and I would like to purchase a diesel SUV that will last the rest of my life ... ideally, into my 90s. My idea is that diesel engines last longer and that my family and I could rack up 500,000-600,000 miles on whatever we buy during my lifetime. I was thinking of buying a BMW,... Read More
2012 Chevrolet Camaro Updated: Fri, Feb 10, 2012 Back for its third model year since introduction in 2009, the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro retains its retro-themed yet modern take on the Camaro's heritage, with the addition of a hyper-powerful ZL1 variant in addition to the standard V-6 and SS models. Whether you choose the coupe or the convertible, the 2012 Camaro... Read More
THERE ARE MANY BETTER OPTIONS THAN AN OLD BUG Updated: Fri, Jan 27, 2012 Dear Tom and Ray: I'm hoping you can assuage my fears. My 24-year-old daughter told me today that she is buying an old VW bug. She spoke with her father, my ex-husband, and he was very supportive. He also advised her to not let her mother talk her out of buying one! I had a VW myself when I was her age, and I... Read More
Don't treat lightly on winter tire safety Published: Wed, Jan 25, 2012 With winter upon us, tire safety in cold weather is something every car owner should be familiar with. Most drivers concentrate on tire safety in hot weather to avoid blowouts, but the same precautions should be exercised in the winter. One of the most effective ways to be safe on the road is to use a winter... Read More
2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco Updated: Wed, Jan 4, 2012 Chevrolet's car fortunes are on the upswing, the momentum generated by new vehicles like the beautifully finished Cruze compact sedan and the eager little Sonic hatchback. Now it's the Malibu's turn, and the venerable nameplate ushers in big changes for the 2013 model year, all in the name of getting smaller and... Read More
PEBBLES-ON-ICE THEORY HAS A COUPLE OF FLAWS Updated: Fri, Jan 6, 2012 Dear Tom and Ray: The other day, I installed winter tires on my car (I have those tires on separate rims, so I can do this myself). Prior to attaching the wheels to the car, I checked the tires for any damages I might have overlooked last spring. Apart from one or two pea-size pebbles, I noticed quite a few... Read More
2012 BMW 650i Coupe Updated: Fri, Dec 30, 2011 Let’s face it; German motor heritage is close to unmatched anywhere, at any time and their Autobahn highway system is the best in the world. So what follows is frankly a gushing review of one of the best German vehicles I have ever driven – the 2012 BMW 650i coupe. This review may make a teenage love note... Read More
2012 Chevrolet Traverse Updated: Thu, Dec 15, 2011 For the Thanksgiving holidays, we had a 2012 Chevrolet Traverse for our test-drive vehicle. The Traverse is categorized in various ways, but is generally known as a Midsize crossover SUV. It holds a 5-star safety rating, is affordable, has a lot of room for 7 or 8 passengers and their stuff. U.S.News & World... Read More
2012 Acura TL Updated: Thu, Dec 1, 2011 Chances are you have never driven, let alone owned an Acura. More importantly for Honda’s luxury brand is that brand recognition is low which results in a lack of knowledge about their vehicles. That’s all about to change because the 2012 Acura TL Advance has all the elements owners of the luxury sport sedan... Read More
Practice child passenger safety Published: Tue, Sep 20, 2011 One of the most disturbing things we see is unsecured children riding in a vehicle. Often, the children are standing up in the backseat, sitting on someone’s lap, or even sitting in the floorboard of the vehicle. We’ve seen it all! Children rely on the parents, guardians or the operator of the vehicle to... Read More
Seat belts save lives Published: Wed, Sep 14, 2011 Oklahoma law, Title 47:12-417.A, states: “Every operator and front seat passenger of a passenger car operated in this state shall wear a properly adjusted and fastened safety seat belt system.” The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has 100 percent enforcement against drivers and passengers not wearing seat belts, or... Read More
2012 Ford Edge Updated: Wed, Aug 31, 2011 The Basics It's not radically reinvented, but the latest Ford Edge is a substantial, beefy five-seat crossover with some compelling features--features like real adult interior room, the tech-savvy MyFord Touch system, even the simply appealing Vista Roof glass panel. The heavily refreshed Edge was new for 2011,... Read More
Highway safety officials want to reduce holiday toll Published: Thu, Sep 1, 2011 In addition to 10 fatalities, 319 people were injured on state roads during the 2010 Labor Day holiday weekend. Five of the 10 fatality crashes were alcohol-related and four of the 10 fatality victims were not wearing seat belts. Two motorcyclists died and neither was wearing a helmet. Read More
Vehicle features that make Mom's life easier Published: Wed, Aug 31, 2011 Parents have plenty to worry about when packing their kids in the car and heading out on the road. Luckily, car manufacturers have been designing vehicles with parents in mind to make these trips a little easier. "Manufacturers are really embracing family-friendly features, and not just in minivans," says Jennifer... Read More
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