http://www.askpatty.com/ Ask Patty - Automotive Advice for Women en-us Fri, 10 Jul 2009 16:24:41 -0600 http://www.askpatty.com/ http://www.askpatty.com/page.php?ID=1812With the warm Arizona wind pelting his forehead and his entire body vibrating from the mighty roar of the engine, Roger Keeney took a brand-new 2010 Ford Mustang convertible on an amazing ride, doing donuts on the pavement and amassing speeds of up to 90 mph.Mon, 06 Jul 2009 19:56:52 -0600http://www.askpatty.com/page.php?ID=1812http://www.askpatty.com/page.php?ID=1807The Century Council sent me an innovative eCard for the July 4th holiday that reminds viewers to stay safe this Independence Day and not drive drunk. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:16:44 -0600http://www.askpatty.com/page.php?ID=1807http://www.askpatty.com/page.php?ID=1805Many drivers of Chrysler and General Motors vehicles may be wondering about their recourse if they require warranty work, or if their car exhibits defects that may qualify it as a "lemon."Mon, 15 Jun 2009 12:31:00 -0600http://www.askpatty.com/page.php?ID=1805http://www.askpatty.com/page.php?ID=1796090601_GM_logo_s It was not much of a surprise yesterday when General Motors revealed the details of its bankruptcy plans; many in the automotive industry were wondering WHEN, not IF, GM would have to resort to such drastic measures. According to News.Yahoo.com "GM's bankruptcy filing is the fourth-largest in U.S. history and the largest for an industrial company. The company said it has $172.81 billion in debt and $82.29 billion in assets."Wed, 03 Jun 2009 09:40:37 -0600http://www.askpatty.com/page.php?ID=1796http://www.askpatty.com/page.php?ID=1795The term "Cash for Clunkers" might sound familiar to you - it's a hot topic in the news and across the automotive blogs right now.Tue, 26 May 2009 18:06:47 -0600http://www.askpatty.com/page.php?ID=1795http://www.askpatty.com/page.php?ID=1792According to an article posted recently at AutoPacific, research shows moms lead the way in using high-tech conveniences, explaining that current stereotypes would have us expect that today's moms -- often drivers of minivans or SUVs -- care more about a Diaper Genie than the latest techno-gadgets.Thu, 14 May 2009 17:50:00 -0600http://www.askpatty.com/page.php?ID=1792http://www.askpatty.com/page.php?ID=1790Dog_Friendly_Honda_Element_nyas_debut_l Responding to public demand, Honda demonstrated an especially dog-friendly version of its Element SUV at the recent New York Auto Show.Wed, 29 Apr 2009 16:46:00 -0600http://www.askpatty.com/page.php?ID=1790http://www.askpatty.com/page.php?ID=1776At last, a sport/utility vehicle that drives like a sports car --If you've avoided stepping up to an SUV because you don't want to sacrifice the performance and handling of a smaller car, then the Cayenne GTS is for you.Tue, 07 Apr 2009 18:00:00 -0600http://www.askpatty.com/page.php?ID=1776http://www.askpatty.com/page.php?ID=1775At last, the highly anticipated Chevrolet Camaro is within our reach. Since its concept debut three years ago at the Detroit Auto Show, the new Camaro has been one of the most talked about and highly publicized vehicles to come to market, and it won't be much longer before it finally arrives in a dealership near you.Mon, 23 Mar 2009 13:39:00 -0600http://www.askpatty.com/page.php?ID=1775http://www.askpatty.com/page.php?ID=1771Some of the BlogHer women were discussing recently whether we tend to be the ones who get spoiled, or whether we are the ones who do the actual spoiling. So the question was asked "Is it better to be spoiled than to spoil others?"Wed, 11 Mar 2009 20:59:00 -0600http://www.askpatty.com/page.php?ID=1771