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Have you ever wondered who’s responsible for the design of a car’s interior? Who picks the materials for the seats or the plastic for the dashboard? For that matter, who decides what color options each model will get? The answer for Mazda is lead designer Teresa Spafford. Mother Proof’s Sara Lacey caught up with Teresa at the 2008 Chicago Auto Show and found answers to all these questions and more.
Feb 27 2008
Sara Lacey took some time at the 2008 Chicago Auto Show to interview Steven Tepper and Jeff Payne of Driver’s Edge, a non-profit driver’s education school specifically for young and beginning drivers.
Feb 25 2008
The moms of Mother Proof took some time at the 2008 Chicago Auto Show to gather the vehicular thoughts of one of the most important demographics: Kids. Aside from hearing their thoughts on the best vehicle features and the naughtiest thing they’ve ever done while in the car, these young ones serve up some fascinating nuggets of information: For instance, find out why hot wheel cars are one tyke’s favorite snack and why another’s favorite activity in the car is—you guessed it—cheese.
Feb 21 2008
What’s the best minivan? The best SUV? How about the best hybrid? If you don’t have time to research these questions yourself, the moms of Mother Proof have a shortcut for you, and it’s called the 2008 Mother Proof Awards. Chief Mom Kristin Varela and the rest of the gang were at the 2008 Chicago Auto Show to present the awards for their picks for the top cars of 2007. Check out a video of the awards show and find out what these moms are raving about.
Chief Mom vs. Suburban Dad at the Chicago Auto Show
Feb 20 2008KickingTires collides with Mother Proof at the Chicago Auto Show, as Chief Mom Kristin Varela takes on Suburban Dad Patrick Olsen in a test of wits, cunning and parenting skill. The contest pits the two parenting heavyweights in an epic race to quickly and safely load a Hyundai Veracruz with a kid and a day’s worth of shopping. Sure, Kristin’s children are closer to the “loading” age, but Patrick has years of seniority and experience on her. Who takes the top prize in this battle of Goliath vs. Goliath? Check out today’s video to find out.
Feb 14 2008
Mother Proof’s Kristin Varela gives her first impressions of the 2009 Chevrolet Traverse, and she is impressed. Check out this video from the Chicago Auto Show floor for the full scoop.
Feb 11 2008
While checking out the 2008 Chicago Auto Show, Kristin Varela had a chance to inspect an old Mother Proof favorite, the Mazda5. The “refreshed” 2008 model has all the same selling points it’s always had, including some innovative storage ideas. In case you hadn’t noticed, Kristin loves innovative storage ideas.
Jan 28 2008
OnStar is like everyone’s mom; calling for help, calming us down and fixing a wide range of dilemmas. Check it out in our video from OnStar’s command center, where Chief Mom Kristin Varela talks with Suzanne Johnson of OnStar to learn more about what they do and how they do it.
Should I Buy a Minivan, an SUV or a Crossover
Jan 21 2008When choosing your next car, it helps if you first identify what is absolutely the most important issue for you. Check out our tips to find out what type of vehicle is best for you.
Jan 18 2008
Check out Mother Proof’s video recap of the 2008 Detroit auto show to find out how automakers managed to incorporate ski racks, diaper-changing tables and banana silk from Nepal into their designs.
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