Linda Water Nelson

Your other wheels: Iconic Beetle offers new thrills

First off, let me say that I have never considered myself a VW Beetle person. Never owned one, never wanted…

10 years ago

2014Toyota Texas Bass Classic combines world-record bass haul with truckmaker’s corporate committment

Lake Fork has a reputation that other inland lakes envy.  Bass are plentiful and can be HUGE. The setting is…

10 years ago

Monday recall parade: Buick LaCrosse, Chevy Malibu, Ford Escape, Chrysler minivans

I hate starting my week (as I'm sure you do) with the reports of major recalls, but here is the…

10 years ago

Get Smart: new features can make you a safer driver

Yes, I know.  Every time I talk about the innovative electronic features that auto and truck makers are putting into…

10 years ago

2015 GMC Canyon offers features for mid-size family truck and added safety

We haven't driven GMC's new mid-size Canyon yet. Its introduction isn't scheduled until fall, but I suspect there will be…

10 years ago

Your Other Wheels: Texas Autowriters name Cars of Texas

It happens every spring. About 50 Texas auto journalists and photographers take to the Texas Motor Speedway to evaluate a…

10 years ago

As Texas Parks and Wildlife stocks neighborhood lakes, it’s the time to load up the minivan

I know. I know. You think a minivan is so uncool. But, if you have a gang of kids that…

10 years ago

Eye-catching Ford Tremor not in the cards for 2015

With Ford focusing all of their attention on bringing the new F-150 pickup to market for 2015, it's no surprise…

10 years ago

Black Package edition brings stealth vibe to 2014 Ram Heavy Duty trucks

If you want to look dangerous when you are behind the wheel, the people at Ram are making it easy…

10 years ago

URGENT: GM issues recalls for current Silverado, Sierra and full-size SUVs

What is happening with General Motors? I hate to do negative articles about any single vehicle or supplier, but a…

10 years ago