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Looking for the perfect gift, but need a little inspiration? These great gift ideas — from simple to splashy — are sure to please the car lover in your life.

#12 Gas Card

With everyone reeling over the high price of gas, a gift card for fuel purchases makes a practical present. Better yet, with a gift card you can spend as little or as much as you want. Continue Article


Ah, it’s springtime! And you know what that means. Road trips. Of course, the last place you’d like to spend the warm weather is stuck at the side of the road. So before you head out traveling — on a long vacation or a weekend excursion — make sure your vehicle is in good working order. These simple steps will get you on your way. Continue Article


Besides the all-important choice of vehicle, finding the right auto dealer can make or break the whole experience. We’ve all heard the horror stories. But it is possible to be successful if you are alert and well-informed. So what should you look for, and how can you find the dealer that’s best for you? Let me show you how. Continue Article


With the overwhelming number of vehicles to pick from, taking the plunge into researching and test-driving specific models can be a mesmerizing experience. So before you catch your first whiff of that new car smell, take a few minutes to write down a list of priorities to guide your search. I’ll share with you the criteria I have successfully used to find a vehicle that’s right for me. Continue Article


At 26 years of age, Danica Patrick made history today by becoming the first woman to win an IndyCar Series race. Her comfortable 5.8594 seconds lead win at the Indy Japan 300 proves that in the world of competitive car racing, skill and strategy are more important than physical size. Several of the top contenders were forced to stop and refuel before the final laps, affording her the opportunity to use what fuel she had conserved to pour on the speed, pull out and make the finish line.

If you are interested in learning more about Danica, you may wish to view MSNBC’s news article and video footage. Her official Web site is www.danicaracing.com


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