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Auto news from the big screen

Auto news tour
  Looking to fill up on auto news? We’ve clocked some miles traversing the Web for all things auto-related.   With the holidays upon us, a season of movies as well as good cheer, here is a recap of auto news from the big and small screens since the RoadLoans news tour took to the highways earlier this year.   “Fiat debuts Star Wars-themed 500e at LA Auto Show,” Motor Trend Something for the ultimate Star Wars fan to show their colors on the road. The diminutive Fiat 500e was cast in a new light at the Los Angeles Auto… Read More
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Reasons to car shop over the holidays

Holiday car shopping
There’s a lot going on for everyone during the holiday season, but if you’re in the market for a car, or have been considering it, it might just be time to go shopping for that vehicle. There are a few reasons for this. One of them is simply that, traditionally, not many people are shopping for cars during the holiday season, meaning sales can be low. Couple this with the fact that dealers are working to meet their end-of-year sales goals, and could be looking to get last year models off their lots with discounts, and you might find yourself… Read More
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Top 5 backseat holiday movies

Holiday movies
From childhood, my best memories come from the holiday vacations spent with family. Whether we were flying down to Florida or driving to Indiana, I was always excited to get away. As a kid, I would take a few movies and spend hours distracting myself from the drive. Now as I get older I find myself spending most of the ride chatting with friends or family, but if the opportunity arises, I still jump at the chance to watch a movie. It is still my favorite thing to do on a long trip. With the holiday season upon us, and… Read More
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The unofficial cars of each state named by Car and Driver

Car and Driver's unofficial cars for each state
They say everything is bigger in Texas! I guess that includes the vehicles of choice as well. Driving the Austin streets every day, I see a lot of trucks and SUVs; Texans do seem to gravitate toward the biggest of big. Recent research for Car and Driver magazine explored the topic of what car represents each U.S. state in the article “What’s your state car? These are the unofficial cars for each of the 50 states.” Tom Libby, auto analyst at IHS Automotive, crunched the numbers to look at the car that is most overrepresented in each state. “What model… Read More
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Black Friday car sales beckon

Black Friday car sales beckon
  The season is almost upon us. Carmakers and dealerships are offering deep discounts to entice shoppers into showrooms for Black Friday car sales. Black Friday advertising started early for several manufacturers this year, adding to the growth of an event that kicks off a whole holiday season of car sales during November and December. No longer are shoppers simply heading to malls for bargain-priced electronic goods, clothes and the like. The day after Thanksgiving offers “some of the sweetest deals of the year” on cars, according to Forbes, as the auto industry follows a trend set by the retail… Read More
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The vending machine that dispenses cars

Auto news tour
  Looking to fill up on auto news? We’ve clocked some miles traversing the Web for all things auto-related. Pull in, grab a coffee and digest some of the week’s most interesting news with us.   “Giant car vending machine serves up hot new wheels,” The Huffington Post A refreshing break from the norm. Car buyers can now get their hands on a new car from a vending machine, a bit like getting a can of soda. Online auto retailer Carvana is enabling customers to buy a car online and opt to receive the vehicle through the “fully-automated pick-up experience,”… Read More
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3 Thanksgiving getaways to remember

Thanksgiving getaways
Thanksgiving is a great holiday to take some days off, spend time with those around you and reflect on life’s many gifts. This long weekend, whether it is a few days off from work or school, can also be an opportunity to get away. During this beautiful season the fall leaves and sweater weather really add to the feeling of Thanksgiving. Although I may still be wearing shorts in Texas, I know that traveling home to Chicago will really get me in the holiday mood. Chicago In fact, Chicago is one of the best places for a Thanksgiving getaway this… Read More
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Holiday car deals coming earlier

Auto news tour
  Looking to fill up on auto news? We’ve clocked some miles traversing the Web for all things auto-related. Pull in, grab a coffee and digest some of the week’s most interesting news with us.   "Holiday car deals move earlier in November: 4 things to consider if you’re in the market,” U.S. News Some good news if you’re looking to buy a car. Automakers are mimicking traditional retailers with discounts well ahead of the holidays, reports U.S. News, which means “car buyers will reap good deals for a longer time.” General Motors, which has already started advertising Black Friday… Read More
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Bond’s new Aston Martin: a rundown on his ride

Bond’s new Aston Martin: a rundown on his ride
Let’s cut to the chase. For car enthusiasts, the true star of “Spectre” is likely to be the Aston Martin DB10, specifically designed for the 24th James Bond movie that is released tomorrow. Just ten of these sports cars have been created, all for this single 007 movie (the most expensive production to date), seven of which were destroyed in filming. One is reportedly being auctioned off next year. Understandably, the model has been described as “the most exclusive DB ever” by the British carmaker’s chief executive, Andy Palmer. It was, in fact, created through collaboration between Marek Reichman, Aston… Read More
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Halloween car accessories: don’t be afraid to decorate your ride too

Happy Halloween car accessories
To get into the holiday mood this Halloween you can put on a costume, decorate your house and even dress up your dog. But what about your car? To be extra festive, try decking out your ride with spook-tastic decorations. As it is a bit more difficult to find a car accessory than to find something for the home, I have some suggestions on how you can have the best looking vehicle for cruising around during Halloween. To keep it simple, a small air freshener can look great and give off a Halloween scent for you and passengers to enjoy… Read More
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