New
Bumper Crash Tests
Five
of six new midsize cars earned poor or marginal ratings in low-speed crash tests
conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Only one model, the Mitsubishi
Galant, earned the second highest rating of acceptable. [MORE]
Mexico
City: Multiple Personalities
Hovering
on the crux between old world and new, this bustling city of 22 million people
exudes a multiple of personalities, both ancient and modern that showcase the
development of human cultural achievements over an event-filled, tumultuous 3,000
years. Where to start? Read on to discover Mexico City!
[MORE]
Best
Family Vehicles
With
more than 200 models currently available, there's no shortage of vehicles that
can serve as a family car. But choosing the best one for your needs involves a
number of variables, including the size of your family, the ages of your children,
and the types of activities in which you participate. Consumer Reports gives
you their top picks. [BEST
OF] Fredericksburg,
Texas
When
you think of Texas, German culture is not what comes to mind, but somehow the
people of Fredericksburg have managed to combine both German and Texan influences
into a town with a delightfully unique atmosphere right in the heart of Texas
Hill Country. [MORE]
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Taos, New Mexico There's
a reason the eyes of Taos residents light up when they talk about their town.
They love the art, the skiing, the outdoor adventure, the history, and above all,
how they can just be themselves in this laid-back mountain town. It's the kind
of place where everyone has a story -- and it'll make you wonder if fate works
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'04 BMW 5 Series - Polarizing!
The
BMW 5 series for 2004 has undergone the first total redesign in eight years, the
fifth since the series was inaugurated in 1975. The new one is larger in both
size, price, and technological innovations (like the polarizing iDrive system).
[BMW]
Wrecks
in Disguise:
Avoid Being Cheated on a Used CarAs
a result of their efforts to salvage more cash from a crash, insurers have given
rise to a little-known industry that sells poorly repaired cars to unsuspecting
consumers. How can you avoid being cheated?
[PROTECT
YOURSELF]
RTM is now your source
for auto advice from the experts at Consumer Reports! Starting with this
issue, you'll find insightful tips and useful advice on automotive and travel
topics. [MORE]
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The
Fechin Inn, Taos, NM
From
the red chiles hanging outside to the paintings hanging inside, the Fechin Inn,
located in this northern New Mexico mountain town, has managed to completely capture
-- and enhance -- the essence of Taos.
[GO]
Auto
Insurance Tips
Many
people stick with the same insurance carrier year after year without ever shopping
for a better deal. Blind loyalty to one insurer can cost you dearly. In a recent
survey, Consumer Reports found that some drivers were paying twice as much for
a policy than they would have with another insurer.
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How
to Avoid Colds
There's
not much worse than being sick while you're traveling, whether your trip is for
business or pleasure. You don't want to miss out on the vacation of a lifetime,
nor do you want to jeopardize a big meeting with clients. So
what can you do? Click on and find out.
[STAY
HEALTHY]
Travel
Books for Kids
Just
because your child is still mastering the art of potty-training doesn't mean he
or she can't explore the far reaches of the world! With a new line of children's
books, you can open your child's eyes to countries like France, Costa Rica and
China. All, of course, with the help of a lovable dog named PawPaw. [KIDS]
Make
Oil Changes Easier
Vehicle
maintenance can be time consuming and costly if not properly monitored.
GM
Goodwrench simplified maintenance schedules for most of its 2004 model year vehicles,
and added the GM Oil Life System, which tells drivers when they need oil changes.
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