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Chrysler Offers UConnect® For Drivers Who Want Wi-Fi on the Fly
UConnect® transforms your vehicle into a “hotspot” for Internet service.
Mopar, the automobile parts and service arm for Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep, has created UConnect®, a high-speed “data transfer” service that combines Wi-Fi and cellular connectivity within vehicles. The system transforms the vehicle into a ‘hotspot’ by delivering the Internet directly to the vehicle for instant access to websites, e-mail, personalized music, online gaming, photo albums and more.
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The 2009 Chrysler Aspen Will Offer the Two-Mode Hybrid HEMI
The Aspen has electric power for economy and HEMI power for…well, POWER!
Should you need it, the HEMI and electric motor combination in the 2009 Chrysler Aspen Hybrid SUV will be good for exhilarating acceleration. Most hybrid vehicles are single-mode systems that can operate in gas, electric or both.
The 2009 Chrysler Aspen's two-mode HEMI hybrid system takes this one step further with a unique, electrically variable transmission. The two-mode architecture is more efficient than traditional hybrid systems. Elegantly sophisticated, the powertrain adjusts at different speeds to yield the most efficient use of power and improves fuel economy by more than 25 percent overall.
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The 2009 Dodge Durango Two-Mode HEMI Hybrid is Proof
You don’t have to give up performance and looks for better economy.
Yep, it’s got a HEMI in it! To be exact, a 5.7-liter HEMI V8 comes standard with the 2009 Dodge Durango, the very same HEMI in the conventional gas model. However, this Durango is equipped with a new two-mode hybrid that allows it to run solely on electric power at lower speeds and also use electric assist while operating at higher speeds. Heck, with those two electric boosters, it’s a HEMI-Plus!
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The “Three-In-One” 2009 Dodge Journey
Is it a car, minivan or SUV? Actually, it’s all three!
The 2009 Dodge Journey blends the road manners of a car, the functionality of a minivan and the all-weather confidence of an SUV. The Journey is all about the flexibility that makes the perfect family car.
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Head for the 2008 Jeep® Compass for Affordability and Fuel Economy
You’ll find the Jeep Compass the right CUV for the economy.
The 2008 Jeep® Compass is a compact crossover utility vehicle (CUV) with the makings of a fine family car. As USA Today says, "Compass is a marvelous, affordable package that's a lot more fun to drive and has a lot more utility and room than you expect. And it just happens to be a Jeep."
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The Jeep® Liberty Is More Refined, But Tougher Than Ever
In a Liberty, you’ll look great on a date and tough in the rough.
The 2008 Jeep® Liberty is bigger, badder and better in all ways. Redesigned for curb appeal and engineered to be the real deal, the Jeep Liberty plays many roles, from family wagon to business commuter, while always ready for off-road adventure. Restyled for 2008, many say the Jeep Liberty looks like a proper Jeep. With its macho sheet metal, upscale interior and improved suspension, the Liberty is a lot of Jeep for the money. What’s more, you’ll be thrilled with unique features such as the Sky Slider full-length canvas roof, an industry first. It’s hard to believe this much value carries an MSRP of just $21,785 for the Sport 4x2.
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No More Box Office Blues
Obtaining those hard-to-get tickets
Going to a special event is always great fun, but getting hold of premium, hard-to-find, or sold out tickets can be a real challenge. Don’t let the 'sold out' sign be a deterrent. Here are some great ways to get your hands on those elusive tickets, so that you can be there and enjoy that special concert, play or football game live.
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Take a Journey Back In Time
Follow the trail to the only Petrified Forest east of the Mississippi River!
When you think of fossils, the first thing that may come to mind is an archeologist searching for dinosaur bones. However, it’s not just bones and teeth that are fossils – wood can also be a fossil! Don’t believe it? Then see it for yourself at the Mississippi Petrified Forest in Flora.
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Friends, food and fun!
Your stress-relief guide to dining out
Dinner shouldn't be seen as burden, but rather a great opportunity to relax with your family and friends. Not looking to cook tonight? Here are some great ways to get out and find that great new restaurant and save money with sites like Restaurant.com, and make your next dining experience the fun, relaxing experience you are looking for.
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Don’t Be “Fueled” by Additives and Devices That Claim to Improve Gas Mileage
Miracles for increasing fuel efficiency don’t exist!
When gas prices go up, the scam artists show up. Products that claim to boost gas mileage are bogus, according to the EPA. After testing hundreds of “mileage maximizers,” the EPA says it “has not found any product that significantly improves mileage.”
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Forget Mystery Meat
Make a lunch that will have your student coming back for seconds!
Ahh, you remember the school lunch line. Standing there, surveying your choices – mystery meat or a chicken patty? There was always pizza on Fridays and little Jell-O cups. Sure, many of the items are still there today, but now there are healthier options. Let’s not forget the good old brown bag lunch.
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Do Your Homework!
Help back-to-schoolers do their best and improve their study skills!
Ahh, September. The leaves turn colors, the air is crisper and your kids are going back to school! Yes, it’s that time of the year when you rush to the nearest office supply store and fill up your shopping cart with notebooks, pens, pencils and calculators. However, it’s not just about brand new supplies – it’s about making sure your children do the best that they can, and good study skills can provide your children with the basic tool needed to succeed in school.
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The Seduction of Creativity
Everyone has creative potential, so the key is coaxing it out.
The scientists, biologists and psychologists who study the brain agree creativity is an inherently human trait, but they admit they can’t pinpoint where or what part of the brain is responsible for creativity.
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Keeping Your Brain in Shape
Get off the treadmill and grab your thinking cap!
Sure, six-pack abs and cellulite-free legs would be nice, but have you ever wondered about fitness for your brain? Just as physical exercise strengthens your body, mental activity helps your mind stay sharp and resist effects of the cognitive aging process. While challenging your IQ certainly keeps your brain healthy, there are also other lifestyle choices you can make that benefit your noggin. Here are some ways to improve your mental fitness.
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After School Fun!
When the homework is done and the practices are over, kick back and watch a back-to-school flick!
Raise your hand if you want to have fun! Going back to school shouldn’t only be about homework and learning. There’s always plenty of room for entertaining activities. So put away the pencils and calculators and grab some popcorn, it’s time for a little break.
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