December 4, 2012 Considering the high cost of gas it's not surprising that fuel efficient hybrids are picking up in popularity. To prove the point, Reuters is reporting that a Consumer Reports survey has shown that the Chevy Volt hybrid car is tops in owner satisfaction for the second straight year. Just how popular might surprise you.
November 29, 2012 Be prepared for some traffic tie-ups and plan your alternate routes when Utica's long awaited and anticipated North-South Arterial Project begins this January. As reported by Brandon Block on our sister station WIBX the project will start with a demolition phase.
November 28, 2012 "Tis the season to be jolly". That phrase should be kept in mind when battling traffic at local shopping malls. The aggravation caused by long lines and drivers not obeying signals is most evident at two of the areas busiest shopping centers, Sangertown Mall and Consumers Square, both located off Commercial Drive in New Hartford.
November 27, 2012 I was out running errands on "Black Friday" and personally saw two fender bender accidents. And that was when the weather was good! Now that the snow has started to fly it's time to brush up on our winter driving skills. Here are some helpful winter driving tips.
November 19, 2012 Thankfully, gas prices have come down in the past few weeks, especially with holiday travel this week. But, it still makes you wonder why our local gas prices are higher than the national average.
November 18, 2012 It was too little too late for 5-time Sprint Cup champion Jimmie Johnson as Brad Keselowski held off #48 to win hjs first NASCAR Sprint Cup Championship today at Homstead-Miami Speedway. It was also the first Cup championship for legendary owner Roger Penske. Entering the final race with a 20-point lead Keselowski was helped by a gamble that didn't pan out for Johnson.
November 13, 2012 We all know the dangers of drinking and driving. We are all becoming more acutely aware of the pitfalls of distracted driving such as driving while on our cellphones and texting while driving. However driving when fatigued or "drowsy driving" can also be deadly. Here, marking national Drowsy Driving Week are some signs that it may be time to pull over.
November 12, 2012 It was a wild time at Phoenix International Raceway Sunday but when the smoke cleared and the fighting stopped Kevin Harvick emerged with the checkered flag and Brad Keselowski the Chase For the Sprint Cup points lead. Jimmie Johnson's blown tire resulted in his fall from the top spot but most of the talk was about the Jeff Gordon-Clint Bowyer dust-up.
November 4, 2012 Jimmie Johnson nipped Brad Keselowski by less than a second to win his fifth race of the season, the Texas AAA 500, and maintain his point lead in NASCARS Chase For the Sprint Cup. The green-white-checkered flag finish puts Johnson in a good position to capture his 6th championship with two races left.
November 3, 2012 It looks like we're getting a bit of a break at the gas pump these days. So, if you're traveling to that out-of-town college football game this weekend, it might cost you a little less at the pump.
October 29, 2012 It was double the fun for Jimmie Johnson Sunday as he not only took the checkered flag at the Tums Fast Relief 500 at Martinsville but the points lead in NASCAR's Chase For the Sprint Cup. With 3 races left to go Johnson now leads Brad Keselowski by 3 points.
October 23, 2012 With so many directions most of us are pulled in each day, it's not uncommon to forget to renew your car registration. Now, the DMV is giving you an oppportunity for a temporary registration online, until your permanent registration arrives.
