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Going Topless: My New Car is Exposed
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All the hard work has paid off, as Amy Tokic picks a replacement for her 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier and brings home a Volkswagen Eos. To catch up on the Going Topless series, check out the full archive of Going Topless stories. I had a weekend to make up my mind about the 2008 Eos. Yes, it’s…
Going Topless: Third Time’s the Charm… Right?
To catch up on the Going Topless series, check out the full archive of stories here. After some less than stellar results with private sellers and dealerships, Amy Tokic gives a CPO Eos a second look at a Volkswagen Dealership. With this be the third strike?
Going Topless: Dealership Drama
Perpetuating the old stereotype of the slimy used car salesman, Amy Tokic has an unforgettable experience at an independent dealership. This continues the streak of bad luck she’s had looking for her VW Eos.
MINI USA Proves That It’s Not Normal
What happens when you introduce something extraordinary into an average, everyday occurrence? MINI USA conducted a social experiment to see the look on people’s faces when confronted with the unexplainable. It’s just not normal.
Going Topless: Bring out the Scammers and Sleezeballs
In this installment, Amy Tokic goes head to head with online car listings, and comes away disappointed. Need to catch up? You can follow her adventures in car shopping as a single woman in Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5 and Part 6.
Going Topless: Feeling Kinda Used
The list of convertibles on Amy Tokic’s list gets shorter and she considers the benefits of buying a used car. Catch up on Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4 and Part 5 of the series as Amy navigates the world of car buying as a single woman.
Going Topless: The Beauty and The Beast
In the fifth installment of the series, Amy Tokic takes out her last two picks for a test drive. Miss the other articles? Catch up on all her adventures – Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 and Part 4.
Chevrolet Malibu Fashion Collection on Sale October 16
Do cars and fashion collections mix? Some people certainly think so, but a Chevrolet Malibu?
Going Topless: Getting Frisky With Mazda and MINI
In the latest installment of Amy Tokic’s quest for the perfect convertible, she takes the Mazda Miata and MINI Cooper Convertible for a spin. You can catch up on all her car shopping adventures in Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3 of the series.
MINI Knitting Kit Lets You Make Your Own Scarf
Knitting is the new “it” DIY hobby and MINI is hoping to cash in on the trend.
Going Topless: Getting Ready to Strut my Stuff at the Dealership
It’s been about 12 years since I’ve been in a dealership – and my dad was with me. I have to admit, I was a little nervous heading into the car dealership on my own (perhaps the two cups of coffee before I left weren’t such a great idea). It also helped that I was…
Going Topless: Stripping Down to the Final Four
Welcome to the second part of our new series ‘Going Topless’ where writer Amy Tokic goes on a journey to find her ideal convertible. Did you miss her first article, chronicling the decision to get her dream car? Check it out right here.
Going Topless: One Woman’s Revealing Look at Car Shopping
I’ve been the gal who has always driven the practical car. But with no kids, a small dog that rides shotgun and my current car on its last legs, there’s never been a better time to get the car of my dreams – a convertible.
Burn Rubber on the Red Carpet with Pirelli PZERO Shoes
Can tires be sexy? Hell, yeah – and Pirelli proves it with the PZERO line of sexy shoes.
Hitch Pole Perfect For Strippers on the Go-Go
Mobile stripping just got easier, thanks to the Hitch Pole. And there must be a need for it, because someone invented it. We would have loved to have been there when that conversation was taking place: “You see, the problem is, I want to strip, but I’ve got haul ass to my construction gig. How…
Fashion Designer Announces Chevy Malibu Collection
Fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi has a different kind of muse for his latest collection. He took his inspiration from the new 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Aston Martin One-77 Bike Aimed at Spoiled Cyclists
Aston Martin isn’t content with ruling the road – the automaker wants to take over the bike path, too.
Buckle Up With Trendy Accessories Made From Seatbelts
Everything old is new again… especially when it comes to style. We love when unexpected things are repurposed into something new. And one of the trends we’re digging now is taking seatbelts and turning them into wearable works of fashion.
Heart and Soles: Your Shoes and Car Speak Volumes About Your Personality
Your shoes say a lot about you – including the type of car you drive, at least, that’s what Italian writer and shoe design analyst Andrea Silvuni thinks – she believes you can learn a lot about a person’s character from their shoes and their choice of wheels.
Elite Pad System Alerts Parent When Child is Left in Car
Now that summer is officially upon us, it won’t be long before those horrible stories of kids accidently left in hot cars start hitting the news. But there’s a product that aims to eradicate this tragic occurrence – the Elite Pad System.
Waze Smartphone App Now Offers Real-Time Gas Prices
The Waze app first gave us social navigation. It followed that up with voice-based hazard reporting. Now, the popular GPS and live traffic app offers real-time gas prices along your driving route.
Porsche Design’s New Summer Collections Infused With Retro Style
Bright, vibrant colors are in this season, and Porsche is all about being trendy – even if it means borrowing style cues from the past.
Subaru Guide to Everything Lets Adventure Seekers Share Summer Hotspots
How are you planning to spend your summer vacation? If you’re looking for some ideas, check out the “Subaru Guide to Everything,” a social guidebook where people from around the world can share their favorite sites and activities.
Disney ‘Cars Land’ Set to Open June 15 – Video
The kids’ summer vacation is right around the corner, so it’s the perfect time for Disneyland to finally open the gates to its newest attraction, Cars Land. Based on the popular Cars movie franchise, Cars Land is set to open June 15.
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