It’s official! McCarthy has adopted a new brand to our family: Toyota. Last Tuesday, McCarthy Auto Group finalized the purchase of  longtime Sedalia car dealership, Town and Country Motors. Dad and I visited the store last Saturday. We shook hands, checked out the grounds, and focused on what needs to be done to improve the read more >>

This overused motto couldn’t be more true in this situation. My brother and I just spent the last 36 hours in Las Vegas at a General Motors/Chevy Convention. After checking through what felt like 16 security checkpoints, we filed in a room of 2,000-plus Chevy owners and general managers from around the nation. Although I can’t read more >>

President’s Day is a day for sober reflection, a day to appreciate those men who have shaped this fine country we live in. Now, THAT is THE reason for today! No doubt about it! But on a lighter note, many use this holiday as an excuse to splurge on great finds and great deals on flat read more >>

For the mama’s whipping up a pancake tidbits for the kiddos in the morning – feel free to snack on that. But for the ones who lack the waffle-maker/kid, here ‘s a list of “quick fixes” for breakfast on the go! Protein bars: no muss, no fuss! Smoothies: my ex used to mix strawberries, bananas, read more >>

This weekend, I was down at the Middle of the Map music festival in Westport. As I past bar, coffee shop, bar, oriental rug store, bar … I definitely noticed a unique style among the local crowd! And the natural-born car girl that I am – I thought to myself “I wonder what car they read more >>

Driving along, I often wonder about that split second before an accident occurs …  does your life really flash before you? does the shock draw a blank? What about your vehicle; what’s it thinking? With all the recent safety features and specs, it’s a fact – cars are safer to drive these days. According to read more >>

I enjoy a little routine in my life. Every morning, on my way to work, I stop by the same Starbucks – talk to the same baristas – order the same drink (Grande, Non-fat, No Whip, Extra Hot Mocha – to be exact!). It’s just how I get my day started. Now, my commute is read more >>

In the past, I have written blogs regarding car safety, emergency car kits, and what happens after an accident. And I’ve seemed to have  left out the kiddos! So, let me elaborate on the safety of children in your car.  In case you’re in an accident, this information will help the first-responders immediately determine the read more >>

With the snowflakes on the horizon, I want to make sure your vehicle is winter ready! So, let’s take a look inside your car. It’s just as important to protect the exterior of you car as it is under the hood. To start, spend the money and/or time to complete a full detail – wax read more >>

Do any of your loved ones, love cars? Here are some last minute gift ideas for your man! Car Enthusiasts Out There: Seat covers – not only to personalize but protect your booty and back! All weather floor mats Books – from vintage cars to maps Chevy bar stools ArmorAll Detailing Kit Emergency Car Kit read more >>