March 22nd, 2007 by Ann Walker
I’d say flames shooting out of your tail pipe might constitute cause for emergency roadside assistance. Ford’s new F-Series Super Duty trucks with the 6.4-liter diesel engines are being recalled in response to three different reports describing flames coming out of the exhaust pipe. “Ford Motor Co. on Wednesday told dealers to temporarily stop selling […]
March 21st, 2007 by Ann Walker
The inestimable Lodge at Sea Island is unparalleled in charm, service, and sophisticated beauty – not to mention the golf. “Founded more than 75 years ago, Sea Island is a luxury resort island off the coast of southern Georgia. Sea Island is host to a number of outstanding hotels, but the crown jewel is the […]
March 21st, 2007 by Ann Walker
click image to enlarge In the “culture of cute”, pink cars appear to sell remarkably well. At least that is what the figures coming out of Japan suggest. The “cute” Nissan Pino, actually made by Suzuki, comes in at 8600 dollars and 5500 models were sold the first month they were out – twice more […]
March 21st, 2007 by Ann Walker
We are all familiar with OnStar. We have heard the commercials and have appreciated the fact that if you are an Onstar subscriber, emergency auto assistance is being deployed on your behalf if you are in an accident. And if you are not a subscriber, you’ll just have to resort to old SOS methods – […]
March 20th, 2007 by Ann Walker
From carriage rides, to fly fishing to golf to pampering spas, Tennessee hospitality and charm is found in abundance at the Blackberry Inn. “Nestled at the foot of the majestic Smoky Mountains, Blackberry Farm in Walland, Tennessee, is the perfect blend of luxury accommodations and rural seclusion. From my first encounter with the reservations agent […]
March 20th, 2007 by Ann Walker
The slam of rushing air breaking against the side of your small compact is just one of the many unwanted thrills of being stalled in a freeway emergency lane. As semi after semi rumbles by, the sight of a tow truck’s emergency lights in your rear view mirror is welcome relief. Road service has just […]
March 20th, 2007 by Ann Walker
You might find yourself in need of emergency auto assistance if you drive a Honda that falls into these classifications:2005 Acura RL, TL and TSX, the entire 2005 Honda Accord lineup (include the Accord Hybrid), 2005 Honda Odyssey and 2006 Honda Ridgeline. All of these Hondas are subject to recall according to a report in […]
March 19th, 2007 by Ann Walker
If the love of your life takes joy in hiking and climbing and the austere beauty of Big Sur soothes your soul then the Post Ranch comes well recommended for couples seeking respite and solitude from business and children. “The Post Ranch Inn beckons guests from its clifftop location overlooking the Big Sur, California, coastline. […]
March 19th, 2007 by Ann Walker
Hydrogen based transportation is a distant reality and there remain grave doubts as to it’s eventuality, based simply on the likely massive infrastructure overhauls required as well as other long term considerations. One can’t help but wonder though, how hydrogen cars would change the road service industry. “Another challenge for hydrogen cars is the fact […]
March 19th, 2007 by Ann Walker
The electronics and security packages coming on line in today’s vehicles work hard to prevent the need for ever needing to call for emergency auto assistance, and thought they can’t create a tow truck out of thin air, they will certainly go far to help today’s driver from ever needing to call for one. If […]