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Miata 1st Impression
Drop down into the cockpit of the sporty Miata MX-5 and lower the ragtop for a true sense of freedom on the road. This two-seater left a grin on our faces after a week of test driving in Detroit. [MX5]

USA Dream Vacation
It's official: when it comes to planning vacation getaways, more Americans prefer to spend their down time luxuriating on a warm, sunny beach over any other act-ivity, according to a recent survey. [BEACH]

E85 Q & A
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ith an overwhelming amount of media atten-tion on rising gas prices, the idea of E85 - which touts a vastly higher ethanol to gas ratio is turning heads. [E85]

Road Trip Ready
As the summer driving season shifts into high gear and millions of Americans take to the road, here are seven summer driving tips to help keep your car trip from grinding to a halt and your automobile in top shape. [LETS GO]

Design or Defect?
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recent initial quality study reveals that automotive design (and integration of tech-nology) is just as important to car buyers as defects and malfunctions. [IQS]

Hot Hybrid Donation
F
irefighters never looked so good - in California they'll be cruising in Mazda's prototype Tribute Hybrid SUV, thanks to an earth friendly loan from the automaker. [MAZDA]

National Parks for All
A park for every personality - that's what they say. From age 7 - 70, America's national parks are full of nature, beauty and history. [
FAMILY FUN]

Product: Trunk Cleat
Not everyone has given into the SUV craze. If you have a car - and a load to haul - you'll appreciate Kurgo's Trunk Cleat.
[TRUNK CLEAT]


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Croatia: Stone Cold Beauty

Sailboats bob in the kingfisher-blue water. Trogir is charming - and about to get more so, as the island pedestrian-izes completely. Not that it's all champagne cocktails and frilly Corinthian columns; the micropolis has edge too. The dark, smoke-stained Cathedral of St. Lovro flattens visitors with its sheer weight of woes. [TRAVEL CROATIA]

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2007 Dodge Caliber

Twisty switchbacks on Route 88 through Arizona's Superstition Mountains fail to impede our momentum due to the sure-footed stance and easy-driving traits of a new small-scale SUV from Dodge. This five-door hatchback-styled wagon, sized for the compact class and riding on a car's chassis goes by the tag of Caliber. [2007 DODGE CALIBER]

 

 

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Wellness at La Quinta

Located at the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains, the legendary La Quinta Resort & Club dates back to 1926 when it was a private enclave for Hollywood celebrities. Stars may no longer flock here, but the sprawling resort continues to offer a refuge from the stresses of daily living. [LA QUINTA RESORT & SPA]

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2006 Pontiac Torrent

The Pontiac Torrent is one of three derivatives of midsize SUV's that share GM's Theta platform. So what separates the Pontiac Torrent from its siblings? It's the excitement DNA that goes into every Pontiac vehicle. [PONTIAC TORRENT]

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Beat the Heat Water Parks

It yields for no one - come August, the sun scorches all that falls victim to its dazzling rays. You could seek shelter in the cool, crisp confines of an air-conditioned home, but we've got a much better idea. [BEST SUMMER WATER PARKS]

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Brussels by Foot
A
little more than a hundred years ago, Art Nouveau was all the rage in Europe. Brussels - the capital of tiny Belgium - became the unlikely epicenter of the art movement, with over 500 homes, shops and museums. [BELGIUM]

Road Rage Cities
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ext time you find yourself cruising through Miami, you may want to pay a bit more attention to your jack-rabbit stops and pesky turn signal. Miami beat out New York City and L.A. as the least courteous city in the U.S. for road rage. [RAGING]

Away from Home
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ot every family can manage a weeklong summer vacation. Reconnect with your troop by planning a few mini vacations each year and use these tips to stay happy and healthy away from home.
[MINI VACATION TIME]

Honda Fit Ratings
Looks like little cars don't mean compromised safety. The all-new Honda Fit is a prime example, nabbing a five-star rating recently from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. [CRASH]


Artistic in France

Often the most interesting way to experience art is to learn about the life of the artist. Here is a list of artists' residences and workshops throughout one of the most inspirational countries in the world - France. [ART]

Kids in Car Seats
A new study reveals the true impact of child restraints in cars. Is wearing a seat belt enough? Read on to find out how you can keep your child safest.
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SEAT BELT SAFETY
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Pet Travel Insurance

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ust as important as the doggie treats for the road - pet insurance can be the difference between a great vacation and a disaster. [PET TRAVEL]









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