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Vehicle Profile: The 2011 Chevrolet Volt
The Volt gobbles up awards including Motor Trend’s 2011 Car of the Year.
The hype? Believe it. The 2011 Volt, Chevy’s new extended-range electric vehicle, generated so much buzz the last few years – from its introduction as a concept car, to the decision to green-light the project, to, at last, its retail introduction at the beginning of this year – the conventional wisdom was that it couldn’t possibly live up to expectations. Then, automotive journalists and experts got a hold of it. They were floored and, as a result, the Chevrolet Volt’s trophy case is already filled with prestigious industry awards.
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Vehicle Profile: The 2011 Chevrolet Traverse
Traverse is the ultimate family crossover.
Car buyers are faced with many choices when the time comes to purchase something truly family-friendly. From minivans to sedans to SUVs, there’s no shortage of attractive choices. But there’s one vehicle that successfully takes the best parts of all those vehicles and packages them into what might well be the ultimate family ride. It is the 2011 Chevrolet Traverse.
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Make this Season a Reason for Happy Feet
Tips for a pain-free spring – from your ankles to your toes.
Many of us are on our feet throughout the day – walking the dog, cleaning the house, even standing for eight hours or more on the job. You only have two, so make your feet feel their best. Start with these tips from the professionals:
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Pass the Part
Famous actors who passed on famous roles.
Everyone has that one experience they wish they could go back and change. For these actors, it might be letting these now legendary parts slip through their grasp. From The Matrix to The Shawshank Redemption, some of your favorite actors passed up the opportunities to play some of your favorite roles.
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Spring Cleaning for Your Car
Things to take care of once warmer weather rolls around.
The changing of the seasons is often one of the best ways to time basic automobile maintenance. According to Edmunds.com, the dawn of spring is the perfect reminder for you to verify that your windshield wipers are still in good shape, your tires are holding air and your air filter is still clean enough to do its job properly. Spring is also a great time to rotate your tires, particularly if you live in a region where you don’t need to swap on a set of summer rubber once the winter is over.
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A Food Obsession
Across America, folks are big on BBQ.
In the throes of the American Revolution, our patriots pigged out. In 1769, George Washington made record of attending a “barbicue” in Alexandria, Virginia—written proof that America’s love affair with barbecue is in fact older than America itself.
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What’s on Your Mind?
The status of your Facebook status.
In July 2010, Facebook reached 500 million active users. This means that roughly one in every 14 people in the world is currently on the social networking website. Now, with the critically and commercially acclaimed movie The Social Network racking up major awards, and Facebook-founder Mark Zuckerberg’s being selected as TIME magazine’s Person of the Year, industry leaders project Facebook to continue its meteoric rise throughout 2011.
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Eco-friendly Tech Tools
Make a statement with these green gadgets.
Most of us can’t imagine living without our technological toys; from laptops to hairdryers, we often depend on plugging in to get through the day. While gadgets make our lives more comfortable in many ways, they often wreak havoc on the natural environment. Sure, you can buy a hybrid car or install solar panels on your house, but don’t forget about the smaller tools that can be replaced by eco-friendly versions. Here are some fun innovations that have recently hit the market:
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