Diagnose Your Car’s Health Right On Your Smartphone FIXD instantly tells you why your ‘Check Engine Light’ is on, how severe it is, and how much the repair should cost (all in simple and easy to understand terms)… (more)

I had so much fun on the road last week, driving my Energy Green 2016 Honda Civic coupe. This 2-door Touring car was such a glaring shade of neon green it could probably be seen from outer space. I… (more)

Imagine an eye-popping caravan of brand-named trailers ablaze in western motifs like sassy cowgirls in spirited tops, boots and hats that are busy twirling ropes, straddling horses on steep mountainsides, or fly-fishing.  Across America, few vintage trailers and caravans… (more)

In some cases it is the concept more than the actual lyrics of a song the grab me.  Such is the case with Waylon Jenning’s song about Luckenbach, Texas.  I am not about to “Buy some boots and faded jeans (more)

Warm sunny days mean vacations or weekend getaways, and many families take to the road with a camper in tow. Whether you are towing a camper, trailer or boat - regardless of the size - it means you will want (more)

We were driving south from Miami Airport on the way to Key West. We wanted to stop for lunch at a terrific Cuban restaurant a friend had taken us to a year before, but we couldn't remember the name. Just (more)

I grew up on western movies that featured Roy and Dale, Hopalong, and all the heroes of the “Old West.” Longing for the “old” days when the good guys always won, I decided to see it there was anything left (more)

Scotland is always wet and cold. I can guarantee that. Yahoo weather station showed rain every day leading to our trip and apparently for weeks afterwards, so we packed Macintoshes, galoshes, sweaters, and umbrellas. However, we landed in full sunshine at (more)

  The hike out to Delicate Arch was not on my schedule for this visit to Moab.  I’ve been there before.  It’s a magnet for me.  Every time I see a Utah license plate with the arch I recall one (more)

“HOMES,” that unforgettable elementary school mnemonic for recalling the names of the five Great Lakes also spells a great vacation. Driving around “HOMES” makes for an unforgettable trip that encompasses world-class cities, thundering waterfalls, sweeping sand dunes, unsurpassed bird watching, (more)

  R&R and Outdoor Adventure in the Bavarian Alps   Experience Bavaria's breathtaking scenery and keep an eye on culture while hiking, walking, or simply absorbing Bavaria's unique beauty. From the Berchtesgaden National Park to the picturesque Starnberg Lake and (more)

A Drive through History Slow down and travel through a quieter time. Georgia’s Antebellum Trail from Athens to Macon is a trip through the era before the Civil War. Plan a couple of days… or more. 1.  Tour it! Start (more)

Great Drives, Great Scenery, Great Escapes   The American love of the automobile is legendary. The price of gas may cut down on the length of the trips but drive we must.  And, fall time is when the urge to (more)

To keep you and your family safe while traveling this holiday season, the following are some important tips: Make sure your car is maintained. Check your tire pressure, oil, and coolant. Prepare for cold weather. By Thanksgiving, many parts of (more)

New York State’s Natural Kaleidoscope   When the sugar maples and dogwoods turn a fiery red, light the fire under a massive balloon and take off. When the birches, tulip poplars, and hickory turn a bright yellow brighten your life (more)