Tag: cars
Chinese Jeep?
UNITED STATES—If the rumor mill is to be believed, the US gang of automakers known as “The Big Three” may soon be known as...
“Transformers: The Last Knight” Lacks Punch
HOLLYWOOD—There was massive backlash on the fifth installment in the “Transformers” franchise, but I will acknowledge, “The Last Knight” was not as bad as...
Crossovers
UNITED STATES—No one would consider me a fanatic of the ever growing Crossover segment. But with nary a sign that it will soon reach...
Honda’s New Hot Hatch
UNITED STATES—I remember the “Hot Hatch” as the car your parents bought when you were no longer small enough to fit on the luggage/parcel...
Pedestrian Killed On Hollywood Freeway Identified
MELROSE—Authorities on Thursday, March 30 identified a pedestrian who died after being struck by two cars on the southbound Hollywood (101) Freeway at Melrose Avenue.
The crash...
New California Traffic Laws Go Into Effect January 1
CALIFORNIA—Starting Sunday, January 1, 2017, a multitude of new driving laws will go into effect according to the California Department of Motor Vehicles. The new...
New Year’s Resolutions
UNITED STATES—New Year’s Resolutions. Everybody’s got ’em. Nobody executes ’em. We tell ourselves we’re going to start eating healthy, we’re going to finish whatever...
The Grand Tour
UNITED STATES—It finally aired...or streamed, I guess is the appropriate term. The highly anticipated car show designed to usher us into a new era...
Presidential Limos
UNITED STATES—On November 8, we will most likely know who our next president will be. For most of us, Election Day can’t come soon...
Most Awarded Cars In History
UNITED STATES—The measuring stick for success last month was Gold. Yes, the Rio Olympic Games were in full swing and reminding us once again...
Beverly Hills AV Program Partners With CARS
BEVERLY HILLS—Beverly Hills has become the first city in the United States to join the Center for Automotive Research at Stanford as part of...
Do You Need A Hobby?
UNITED STATES—Has anyone ever told you, “You need a hobby”? If so, it was no doubt said in jest. Nonetheless, it was probably good...
Motorcycle Enforcement Operation Begins On July 29
SANTA MONICA—The Santa Monica Police Department will be conducting a Motorcycle Safety Enforcement Operation on Friday, July 29. According to a press release from...
Take A Bow
UNITED STATES—The apple red Subaru wagon with Nevada plates sure expanded my world—there was the court circus, dunning tenants, showing rooms and it made...
SMPD Participates In National ‘Click It or Ticket’ Campaign
SANTA MONICA—The Santa Monica Police Department will participate in the national ‘Click It or Ticket’ campaign running from May 23 to June 5. The...
Distracted Drivers Beware!
UNITED STATES—It has been said time and time again, driving is a privilege not a guarantee, yet so many people think they have a...
Three People Injured In Hollywood Collision
HOLLYWOOD HILLS—Three people were injured in an accident that occurred between a motorcyclist and a car on Sunday, January 3, at approximately 3:47 p.m.
The accident,...
Iconic French Cars
UNITED STATES—In light of the unspeakable terrorist attacks in Paris, it is important for Americans to recognize that these senseless acts of violence were...
SMPD Awarded $300,000 State Grant
SANTA MONICA—To better protect California's roadways, the Santa Monica Police Department has been awarded $300,000 in a state grant by the California Offfice of...
Haunted Cars
UNITED STATES—Is it mere coincidence the seasons of giving and saying thanks come on the heels of a holiday known for its ominous ultimatum,...
