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Luckily, we have good access to a lawyer, because our own Mercedes Streeter was smart enough to marry one, one named Sheryl Weikal. I asked Sheryl to explain this to me like I’m a curious idiot, just like it says on my business card, and boy did she. This is in terms a layperson should be able to understand, but it’s also nice and detailed. So, if you want to know how a car insurance company can be on the hook for someone’s bad sex practices, read on....

What are we doing? All the info you need is coming tomorrow, but the short version is that we’re going to be giving our dear readers/commenters/haters more ways to get involved in the community as members, and we’re going to set the groundwork for a new and better commenting system. We’ll be transferring everyone’s account to a system (called Memberful) that will handle memberships as well as commenter accounts. Don’t worry, all of your brilliant comments (and all of your less brilliant ones) will be retained and transferred over and, hopefully, it should all be pretty seamless....

But first, a quick public service announcement. I spotted this Jeep Cherokee at my local chain auto-parts store this weekend: The window sticker is hard to read because my phone camera is lousy, but it says “Certified Shitbox.” I checked our extensive database, and determined that this vehicle has not, in fact, been certified by Shitbox Showdown Industries, Inc., or any of its subsidiaries. It has not passed our rigorous 147-point inspection....

No surprise here, the Suzuki Alto Works Turbo F Limited ie/s absolutely smashed it, pulling a massive 251-vote victory over the Toyota Crown Super Deluxe to take the trophy. Just kidding, we don’t actually have any trophies. Still, with that angry little engine and puppy dog eyes, who wouldn’t love buzzing about in that hot little Suzuki? If you’re into cars, you’ve likely heard of the Bathurst 1000, an event where Ford and Holden fans across Australia gather to smash cans and throw hands, with a legendary motor race breaking out among the commotion....

The application process at BofA consists of: Online Application and Testing Telephone Interview Assessment Centre Key Competencies Bank of America lists certain qualities that it looks for in the graduate students they hire, such as: Innovation and creativity Team-working and trust Leadership Problem-solving skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task Excellent Communication Skills – must be able to interact with a variety of people Global outlook Initiative...

The Audi has it easily. I am not surprised, nor do I disagree. The words “BMW” and “head gasket” are enough to strike fear into the hearts of the most seasoned shitbox aficionados. You know what else is a scary phrase? “Salvage title.” A car that has been totaled, stolen, or junked and then returned to service is something of a wild card. What exactly happened to it? How well was it repaired?...

Break out the hubcap helmets, because it’s David by a landslide! Maybe the vote would have been closer if I’d been able to find a Nissan Pao, but I shudder to think what a $2500 Pao would look like. Probably full of spiders. [Editor’s Note: I was robbed. DT going to hold this over my head forever. Crap. – JT ] You know what probably isn’t full of spiders? The cubbyholes behind the seats of a Buick Reatta, or the center armrest of an Eagle Premier....

If you’re getting a sense of déjà vu, fear not because I have an explanation: In 2020, California Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order that sought to phase out the sales of gasoline-powered vehicles by 2035. But until now, that has only been a goal. On Thursday, the California Air Resources Board will vote on the ban. As reported by the New York Times, if passed, the impact will be huge....

What is Chemical Peel? A chemical peel is a treatment that improves the appearance of the skin. This process uses acid to exfoliates the outer layer of the skin, which peels off in time. The outer part of your skin will look smoother and more refined, while mild skin deformations such as moles and scars will gradually disappear. This treatment may require two or more sessions, as changes may be minimal in just a single session....

She’s running rough, but won’t quit. Ever, as far as I can tell. at some point it’ll just become one giant check engine light you can ride in straight into the mouth of hell itself. I still miss that car. It always ran, you could fit an absurd amount of cargo in there by laying down the seats, and it got decent mileage. I like my new car just fine, but always wonder whether I should have kept the xB....

Well, not much margin of error there. I agree that the Nissan is the better choice, but I wouldn’t dismiss that Blazer out of hand either. That 4.3 is an excellent engine, and I’m still a fan of the first-generation S-10 Blazer’s styling. But that’s all behind us now, and the only way to go is forward. Today, that means a visit to New York City (where good salsa is not made) and Boston (where the college janitors are math wizards)....

To prove you are good at decision making, you will need to make the best possible choice in the shortest time possible, as well as being able to show reasons that support your decisions. Generally the more senior the role, the more difficult these decisions become. Many employees are forced to make complex decisions routinely as part of their job description; sometimes these decisions have to be made under intense pressure....

And there you have it. Respect the tailfins. That big blue Imperial really would be the most satisfying project of the four, I think, whether you go electric or just pop another big V8 into that engine bay. And I learned something: I had no idea the goth community was such a big fan of ’50s Chryslers. But hey, if that’s the Cure for what ails ya… Anyway, moving on: Back when I was growing up in the ’70s and ’80s, our family’s “foreign” cars marked us as oddballs, though not quite outcasts....

Really, I can’t think of a car less suited to the brutal deserts of Dune. The 1800 was only FWD, didn’t have that much ground clearance, and it’s sure as hell not getting anywhere in the sand on those tires! Plus, that rhythmic pulsing of its either 1.8-liter straight four or 2.2-liter straight six is sure to attract a massive sandworm, and who needs that kind of hassle? So why then did British Leyland’s marketing people go through the considerable time and expense to load an 1800 HL on a Guild Heighliner and make the trip?...

Unlike other types, ceramic tiles for the bathroom is easy to clean and waterproof. You can search for instructions online or watch instructional videos on how to install your bathroom tiles. If you do not feel confident in doing it yourself, there are many contractors that can do it for you. Conclusion If you think that you would have difficulty in making these improvements yourself, then it would be wise to ask a contractor for help....

But before we get too ahead of ourselves, let’s talk about what a scratch map actually is and isn’t. A scratch off travel map isn’t something you lay flat on a desk and set your coffee mug on. They’re way too nice for something like that. And a scratch map isn’t something you roll up, stick in your closet, and forget about until it’s time to go somewhere. A scratch off map, like the kind sold at Newverest....

Here are 10 of the best online graphic design courses that will arm you with all the tools for creative success, regardless of your final goals. What Do You Need to Be a Graphic Designer? Before enrolling on one of the best online graphic design courses, you must first consider what you need to be a great graphic designer. Soft Skills Perseverance and patience – Graphic design is a skill that takes years to master, with demands that constantly evolve....

As I suspected, a Toyota truck is hard to beat for that price. I still like the idea of that D50 for a small-town handyman or mobile mechanic or something. That Toyota is still up for sale as of this writing, so whoever wants it, get on up to Washington and get it. We here at the Autopian seem to be a fairly pro-RV bunch. Mercedes has her little U-Haul camper, and a couple attempted bus conversions before that, I’m pretty sure Torch still has a broken-down motorhome [Editor’s Note: Yes, I do....

He presses his cheek against the clay and gently massages the surface, squinting along its rounded form. He then takes a T-shaped metal tool and begins to gouge deep cuts into the pliable clay, thick curls of milk-chocolate falling to the floor in Cinemax slow motion, piling around his black leather Miu-Miu Chelsea boots. In this commercialized vision, there is the surreal vibe of “the bedroom at the end of the universe,” from 2001: A Space Odyssey....

I’d first heard about The Betsy while interviewing former American Motors employees for a documentary I’m producing. Vince Geraci, Bob Monacelli, and Susan Tassi all worked together in AMC’s design department during the late 70s and happily shared memories of when Hollywood came to Detroit. The Betsy was an adaptation of a 1971 novel by the same name, featuring the dysfunctional family behind a failing automobile empire. When the movie’s producers wanted to film inside a real-life design studio and a working assembly plant, they turned to American Motors....