Happy Memorial Day!

How are you planning to celebrate/ honor Memorial Day weekend?  Is the holiday a chance to barbeque and hang with friends, or is it a more solemn occasion as you remember a loved one?  Share with us! But no matter how you choose to spend your weekend, we want you to stay safe.  Here are some tips for grill safety this weekend: Keep food covered or refrigerated until ready to be cooked.  Cook meat to 170 degrees Farenheit as a minimum.  Cooking (by any method) of meats (particularly red meat and chicken) at very high temperatures until surface charring occurs can cause cancer causing substances (Heterocyclic...

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Kia Sorrento Named “Top Pick” by Consumer Reports

    The 2011 Kia Sorrento was named a “Top Pick” by Consumer Reports. The “Top Pick” honor goes only to the best all-around models from the different CR vehicle categories, and each one must put up superior performances in a wide range of key quality, safety and reliability measures. The Sorento claimed the highest spot among “Family SUVs,” thanks to “a roomy, nicely finished interior [that] includes comfortable seats and easy-to-use controls,” according to CR. Other Sorento advantages noted by the publication included the vehicle’s smooth-running V6 engine, which delivers an impressive mix of performance and fuel economy,...

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Motortrend Says The Mazda CX-9 “Keeps the sport in sport/utility vehicle”

  Motortrend says the Mazda CX-9 “keeps the sport in sport/utility vehicle.” A key to the CX-9’s top rating was a heavy dose of Mazda’s “zoom-zoom” approach to driving dynamics. Typical comments from MT writers included: “As a high speed, canyon-carving seven-seater, the CX-9 is severely gifted. It actually inspires confidence when you push, quite unlike the rest of the field.” “Throttle response and front-end dynamics make it a hoot to take on undulating mountain roads. The excellent chassis smoothes out any nasty chop.” “Out of this group, the [CX-9's] entire driving experience is second to none.” That...

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Mazda2, Mazda3, Mazda5 and Mazda6 Earn Top Recognition From Consumer Reports

In 5 separate categories the Mazda2, Mazda3, Mazda5 and Mazda6 Earn Top Recognition From Consumer Reports.  Mazda’s commitment to spirited driving also was a key to the kudos received by the Mazda3 and Mazda6 s, which bested all rivals in terms of “Driving Enjoyment.” The Mazda3 earned the nod in the “Small Sedan” class, thanks to features like its well-sorted suspension and chassis, choice of two responsive I4 engines, and enthusiast-oriented suspension. In addition, boasting a starting price of just $15,800, the Mazda3 sedan earned a place on CR’s list of “Best Vehicles under $20,000.” The Mazda6 earned its “Driving Enjoyment”...

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