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Corvette Coupe Cool
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nown as the best high-performance value in America, the Corvette has earned iconic status during its 53-year stint. If being seen in one alone elicits grand allure, driving one elicits pure ecstasy.
[1ST IMPRESSIONS]

Fun in the Sun Safety
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pring break is a great time for the family to get away from the cold, dark days of winter and have some fun in the sun. Keep your family safe at the beach by following these tips from the AAP.
[LIFE'S A BEACH: SUN TIPS]

Used Car Checklist
Shopping for a used car? It's important to be prepared with a bit of automotive wisdom. Use this check list when inspecting your potential used car purchase. [TIPS]

Cramped & Cranky
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requent travelers now have a place on the web to call home. Seatguru.com is a site devoted to revealing the truth behind your airplane seat; read on to find out more. [AIRLINE SEATS]

Powerful Promises
Kiss the jumper cables in your trunk goodbye. The newest addition to our Auto Products section is the Battery Brain, which ensures enough power to start the engine every time. [AUTO PRODUCTS]

Travel Insurance
Medical evacuation plans are an increasingly popular (and important) aspect of travel insurance. Make sure that you’re dealing with a company who offers you this choice. [SAFE]

Fusion Disappoints
Recent mid-size vehicle crash testing by IIHS evaluated front, side and rear impacts for three moderately priced and four luxury priced models. The new Ford Fusion is acceptable, but isn’t up to par with competitors. [FUSION CRASH RATINGS]





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Santa Fe

The unassuming entrance to Rancho de San Juan belies the luxury of this part-icular resort. A dirt and gravel road winds through rocky foothills, crossing a dry stream bed before ending at the front of the lodge. So wonderful is the integration of the resort with the countryside that it blends into the mountains almost as if naturally. [WEST]

2006 Honda Odyssey Review

When many would-be family van buyers were leaving the segment and opting for an SUV or Crossover, Honda slyly introduced the new Odyssey. Never one to shy away from unconventional thinking, the Odyssey continues to succeed while other vans have already packed it in. [ODYSSEY]

Hotel Hana Maui

Rain fell lazily in the Hawaiian heat. It pattered against the rooftop, accom-panying sounds of the roaring Pacific that crashed against boulders not far from my balcony. It was late evening when our charter plane had reached the tiny town and my first glimpse of Hana was lit by two large, burning torches that marked the hotel’s entrance.[HANA]

2006 Kia Rio

Kinky cutbacks on the twisty old road pitched high in the Cascade Range of Washington show off taut handling characteristics and precise road manners of Kia's cool new subcompact sedan with budget-minded price points. Larger than its predecessor, it’s earned more spark from a bigger engine. [RIO]

Unique & Unusual Hostels

Not all accommodations are created equal. From "Hobbit holes" to military barracks, many of the world's most unique and unusual hostels must be seen to be believed. [UNIQUE HOSTELS]

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Thomasville Retreat
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ife moves at a gentle, slow pace in Thomasville, Georgia. Deep in the farthest reaches of the southwest part of the state, this is a town where time seems to have stood still. [GO]

The CarSpace Craze
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nline social network-ing sites, where people meet friends, share interests and express their own identity, are all the rage. That’s why Edmunds launched CarSpace.com, a new automotive site geared for success. [CAR]

South Beach Dining
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or those diet-conscious jetsetters among us, the South Beach Diet Dining Guide is a convenient and enlightening tool to have at your disposal. Easy to use, it takes a bit of work out of traveling – and who wouldn’t mind that? [ON-THE-GO DIET]

Before You Buy
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new survey reveals that more than 7 out of 10 consumers do not check their personal credit score or compare financing options from dealers before heading to the showroom. [FINANCE]

Camping with Kids
For those wondering how to afford a family vacation this year, stop. Camping trips set the stage for quality family time and abundant recreational opportunities without breaking the budget. [$1000 OR LESS]

Filter Findings
It seems like a new filter is needed for vehicles every day, as it stands you could have ten in your car already. Protect your cabin filter, and keep air clean with these tips. [CABIN FILTERS]

Insuring a Rental
Properly insuring a rental car can be tricky. Unfortunately, many vacationers don’t even think about it until they reach the rental car counter – a costly mistake. [$$$]







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