10 Spectacular Roads You Need To Drive On Before You Die

1. Rohtang Pass — Himachal Pradesh, India

2. Great Ocean Road — Victoria, Australia

3. Atlantic Ocean Road — Averøy, Norway

4. Hana Highway — Maui, Hawaii

5. Highway 99 “Sea to Sky Highway” — British Columbia, Canada

6. Los Caracoles “Snails Pass” — In the Andes between Argentina and Chile

7. Øresund Bridge — Denmark and Sweden

8. Going-to-the-Sun Road — Glacier National Park, Montana

9. Guoliang Tunnel — Taihang Mountains, China

10. Stelvio Pass — Eastern Alps, Italy

Mercedes-Benz M-Class Wins the 2013 U.S. Ideal Vehicle Award

The 2013 Ideal Vehicle Awards, hosted by California-based automotive research and consulting firm AutoPacific, had two great news for Mercedes-Benz USA, since the M-Class went home with two major awards.

The ML won first place in the “Luxury Crossover SUV” category, beating all its competitors on the US market, but it was also the “2013 Overall Winner” of the Ideal Vehicle awards.

To find out more, read the full article at AutoEvolution.

"From One Second to the Next" by Werner Herzog Shows the Consequences of Texting While Driving

This past August, legendary filmmaker and historian Werner Herzog released "From One Second to the Next", a short, but poignant look into the consequences of texting while driving.

The film is a PSA sponsored by four major phone companies-- AT&T, Verizon, Sprint and T-Mobile, who originally approached Herzog to make the film in an effort to combat a growing cultural phenomenon where texting-related accidents are becoming increasingly all too common.

For Herzog, it's a sharp turn outside the norm from his usual works, which often focus on themes of isolation and wilderness, as can be seen in films like "Grizzly Man" and "Encounters At the End of the World". Nonetheless, "From One Second to the Next" is as much an accomplishment in cinema as it is an important message that should be adopted by anyone who gets behind a wheel.

Watch "From One Second to the Next" here

Calling All Car Lovers: Four Classic Car Movies

#1. Rebel Without A Cause (1955) follows the lives of young, middle-class American teenagers dealing with the difficulties of suburban life. When a troublesome stranger shows up (James Dean), their quiet world quickly becomes rocked. This movie is filled with classic scenes of beautiful, vintage cars, not to mention James Dean's motorcycle.

 
#2. American Graffiti (1971) is a close look into the American culture of "cruising". Set in the early 1960's, this movie is eye candy to anyone who enjoys the looks and feel of this iconic era. It's a coming of age tale perfect to share with a date or significant other.

 

#3. The Italian Job (1963) is a British-film and possibly the most iconic car movie of all time. Featuring the Cockney-accent of Michael Cain (and of course the man himself), it's a story of explosions, car chases, beautiful scenery, and mobsters. Be careful, however, as the 2003 remark with Mark Wahlberg is less than on par with the original featured here.

 

#4. Genevieve (1953) is a British romantic-comedy that is yet another film perfect for date night. If you enjoy black-and-white aesthetics and nostalgic nuances, pop this classic film in. As for the plot, it follows a lovely young couple as they involve themselves in the Veteran Car Club of Great Britain, an actual organization that sponsored the movie. 

Trick-or-Treating Safety!

• Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame.
  
• Consider adding reflective tape or striping to costumes and trick-or-treat bags for greater visibility. Because masks can limit or block eyesight, consider non-toxic makeup and decorative hats as safer alternatives.
  
• Hats should fit properly to prevent them from sliding over eyes. When shopping for costumes, wigs and accessories look for and purchase those with a label clearly indicating they are flame resistant.

Road Trip Tip of the Day!

Plan ahead but be flexible. Have a general idea of where you want to stop, but be flexible, so you don’t miss unexpected delights. 

Plan ahead but be flexible. Have a general idea of where you want to stop, but be flexible, so you don’t miss unexpected delights. One night we found a listing in the AAA book for the Schmidt’s Museum of Coca-Cola memorabilia. Being Schmidts ourselves, we thought it was worth a look. The next morning we got in the car, typed the address in the GPS and looked up to see the museum right next to the hotel. - See more at: http://familyshare.com/11-road-trip-tips#sthash.BcuT05lz.dpuf

Plan ahead but be flexible. Have a general idea of where you want to stop, but be flexible, so you don’t miss unexpected delights. One night we found a listing in the AAA book for the Schmidt’s Museum of Coca-Cola memorabilia. Being Schmidts ourselves, we thought it was worth a look. The next morning we got in the car, typed the address in the GPS and looked up to see the museum right next to the hotel. - See more at: http://familyshare.com/11-road-trip-tips#sthash.BcuT05lz.dpuf

Top 3 places to get your car washed in Clearwater!

1. Sunshine Brushless Car Wash

1175 Court St
Clearwater, FL 33756

(727) 447-3219 

2. Waxin Willy's

1196 Court St
Clearwater, FL 33756

(727) 467-9512 

3. Coachman Car Wash

23331 US Hwy 19 N
Clearwater, FL 33765

(727) 797-6809