Remember waiting by the phone? In the old days when someone was vying for your attention a phone call implied they were serious. Staying home meant possibilities. Tethering ourselves to the phone out of ear-shot of our parents talking to that dreamboat, was exhilarating. Plans were made, best feet put forward. I'd have to say... Continue Reading →
Car People
Sometimes you just click. Common interest. Similar goals. Love of subject. This happened to me at the Chicago Auto Show once again this year. Often when we attend events as journalists the event itself can pull us into a black hole of press conferences and promotions, lectures and luncheons. The schedule is tight. Usually every... Continue Reading →
Minivans on the Marquee – Chrysler Changed the Way We Haul Humans
I've jumped on the bandwagon. Chances are strong that a minivan has moved you too. We were children jumping into the 80s Woodie or maybe even driving it ourselves. A little more room for the kids and their stuff. A business skin made it a store-on-wheels. The grand-kids returned so we became the human hauler... Continue Reading →
MOPAR OR NO…TRUCK?
"No car/truck" is not really an option for most people. Unless you live in a big city where public transportation takes you everywhere you need to be or a very small town with an active "Main Street" a car has become a necessity in America. Whether you choose car or truck, the automobile has become... Continue Reading →