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Twin Sisters Jory and Julie Buy Twin Audis
Posted by AskPatty - Automotive Advice for Women at Aug 19th, 2009 6:07pmWhat are the odds of a pair of twin sisters buying exactly the same car at the same time for the same reasons? Well, that is exactly what happened, kind of freaky, huh? Behavior geneticists compare how alike one twin is with the other twin on whatever variable they are interested in; in my case this study is about two twin sisters named Jory and Julie and their car-buying behavior. During the M2W Conference in Chicago a few months ...
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Take Control of Your Car after College: Driving Tips for Women on the Move
Posted by AskPatty - Automotive Advice for Women at Aug 10th, 2009 8:40amGraduating from college brings on many new challenges. One thing young women don't take into consideration when moving away from home is car maintenance and driving conditions. Many of the women I know, including myself, relied on dads, brothers, boyfriends, or roommates to handle the maintenance of their cars or to drive during harsh conditions. But what happens after graduation when they are not there to help? Taking the time to ...
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Want to know what's happening at GM? Just Ask Fritz!
Posted by AskPatty - Automotive Advice for Women at Jul 28th, 2009 3:42amAs General Motors emerged from its bankruptcy, the company stated it was committed to a clear and simple vision - to design, build and sell the best vehicles in the world. One step of that commitment is being demonstrated with a greater emphasis on corporate transparency to consumers and additional attention to unmatched customer service. As part of these efforts, General Motors has created a new website -- gmreinvention.com -- ...
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Check your Tire Pressure Once a Month - BlogHer09 Swag
Posted by AskPatty - Automotive Advice for Women at Jul 22nd, 2009 6:32pmAt BlogHer09 AskPatty will be giving away mini tire pressure gauge key rings to remind us all to "Check your Tire Pressure One a Month." Keeping your tires inflated properly helps retain the fuel economy, save money on rising gas prices and is a big safety issue during summer travel. Under-inflated tires can contribute to blow-outs while driving on hot summer roads! A tire is a pneumatic system, which supports a vehicle’s load. ...
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Visually Impaired Man Unleashes His 'Inner Mustang' From Ford Mustang's Driver's Seat
Posted by AskPatty - Automotive Advice for Women at Jul 7th, 2009 2:56amWith 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. This would be a thrill for anybody, but what makes this truly remarkable is the fact that Keeney has been blind for the past 20 years. Sixty-two-year-old Keeney, who ...
A Reminder to Not Drive Drunk This Fourth of July
Posted by AskPatty - Automotive Advice for Women at Jul 2nd, 2009 7:16pmThe 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. Click below to start the video, or you can also view the eCard here at The Century Council. I first learned about The Century Council and its efforts to stop underage drinking when we reported on the organization's support of Brandon Silveria and his ...
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Addressing Post-Bankruptcy Car Warranty Worries
Posted by AskPatty - Automotive Advice for Women at Jun 15th, 2009 7:31pmMany 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." There's plenty of good news here, but also some bad. For instance, according to a document released by the White House Press Office earlier this week, "GM will continue to honor consumer warranties." With Obama's announcement on Monday, the U.S. ...
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General Motors announces bankruptcy, promising a new and better future
Posted by AskPatty - Automotive Advice for Women at Jun 3rd, 2009 4:40pmIt 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." As part ...
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Cash For Clunkers - Is It Green or Green Backs?
Posted by AskPatty - Automotive Advice for Women at May 27th, 2009 1:06amThe term "Cash for Clunkers" might sound familiar to you - it's a hot topic in the news and across the automotive blogs right now. Details: Two bills are currently under consideration in the House and Senate, each of them offering their own set of pros and cons. Unfortunately, as much as people are discussing them, nobody can decide on which is better or whether either one of them is actually any good at all. Either one could be ...
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We Minivan Moms Can Be Pretty High-Tech
Posted by AskPatty - Automotive Advice for Women at May 15th, 2009 12:50amI am a high-tech Mom and here's the proof: I purchased my first CD burner in 1997 and used it to create holiday music mixes I gave to friends at Christmas. I was one of the first people I knew to sign up for broadband internet in 1998. I opted for a DVD drive in my 1999 Blue Apple PowerMac G3, and used it to watch movies on my beautiful GIANT egg-shaped 21-inch Apple Studio Display. I joined Twitter 526 days before Oprah and ...
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