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Gas Past the Pumps
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rude oil - or petroleum - is used in many more ways than to help fill your gas tank. It’s true, the same stuff that has you cursing at the pump is also used in the production of your bottled water and much more. [SAVE GAS]

2007 Passport News
N
ew regulations will require that all U.S. citizens have passports for international travel in the new year – that includes most sultry, tropical cruises. Avoid the rush and secure your passport - and sanity - now.
[NEW PASSPORT RULES]

Loving Your Tires
T
hey influence our braking, steering, comfort, handling, fuel efficiency and driving safety – but tires are often the most overlooked aspect of our cars. Make your tires a priority and reap the rewards with these tips. [TIRE TIPS]

Marriott Kicks Habit
Another major hotel chain has stomped out smoking. Marriott Hotels are now 100 percent smoke-free, including guestrooms, restaurants and even hotel bars. Whew! [UP IN SMOKE]

Smart Fix for Flats
F
ix your flat in min-utes, minus the hassle, with this cool tire repair kit. Complete with a bottle of green slime proven to seal over 100 punctures in a single tire, and a mini tire gauge, you’re tires will thank you. [FIX IT]

Grade A Airports
Which airport do you dread most, and which do you purposely schedule your layovers for? America’s votes are in – here are the nation’s favorite flying hubs for spending down time. [FLYING HIGH]


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2007 Entry Level Luxury Car Buyer's Guide

These are vehicles that whisper the subtle message of attainment, know-ledge and prestige - the ultimate in performance and comfort. [LUXE GUIDE]

                      

Utah's National Parks

If there is a bigger playground in North America than Utah, I haven’t found it. With five national parks, Utah truly is nature’s entertainment capital. [UTAH]

                      

2007 Mazda Cx-7

Scout out the new CX-7, Mazda’s first crossover, with the higher seats and sporty look of a SUV, and the handling and ride of a car. But this five-door doesn’t look like a car, or an SUV. [CX-7]

                      

Bears Behind Trees in Alaska

In Alaska, I hope to miss the forest for the bears. And indeed the state strews them everywhere: prowling through waterfalls, nosing in roadside berry patches, charging across flats. [BEARS]

                      

How Teens Get That Extra Edge - Driver's Edge

Pedal pushed full throttle, she pulled a sharp ninety, inducing a fish-tail skid that sent the car every which way on the wet pavement before regaining control. Movie star stunt woman? Nah– this girl just got her learner’s permit. [GO]

                      

Living Luxe at the Trump NYC

Like all guests, I was welcomed with a fruit and goodies basket, personalized stationery and complimentary water labeled “Trump Ice.” In fact, there were “T”’s on the toilet paper rolls. [TRUMP]

                      

Music To your Dogs Ears

Pooped out pooch? Slip in this mix of dog-approved tunes on your next road trip and watch tails wag – really. [TUNES]

                      

 

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Fuel Free Vacations
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on’t let soaring gas prices cancel your travel plans. Say no to fuel and strap on a backpack for a hike through the Rockies, a bike ride on a car-free island or paddle a canoe through Maine’s picturesque rivers. [GO]

Handing Over Keys?
I
s 16 too young to hand over the keys? Graduated driver license programs have proven to reduce fatal crashes by 11 percent. Read on for more on this new study.