– Don’t slam doors—it’s rude. And definitely don’t slam doors if you’re entering or exiting a 2011–2014 Dodge Charger, as doing so can cause overly sensitive side-curtain or side-impact airbags to deploy or the seatbelt pre-tensioners to engage, according to an expanded recall announced by Fiat-Chrysler over the weekend. – The Detroit News reports that the automaker is hauling back 322,000 Chargers worldwide from the 2011–2014 model years, 284,000 of which are in the U.S.
-There are some choices people make that leave you baffled. For example, who bought a brand-new Suzuki X90? Or who went to see Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2? But we aren’t here to condemn these daring consumers—after all, this is the land of the free and the home of the brave. By all means, spend freely and live bravely. READ MORE ›› –
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– Toyota of Europe has announced the addition of a turbocharged four-cylinder engine in the Lexus RC coupe lineup, in the new RC200t. Like its sibling, the IS200t, the smaller-engine RC coupe is expected to come to the U.S. market, as well. – In Europe, the 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbo makes 241 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque in the RC coupe, the same figures for that engine in our upcoming
-Don Draper’s 1965 Cadillac Coupe DeVille was a silent but crucially important character in the last few seasons of Mad Men. Now, the actual car used to shoot the critically acclaimed and wildly successful TV drama can be yours—but you better get your bid in soon. – As Mashable reports, more than 1000 vintage items used on the Mad Men set are going up for auction at Screenbid. Most of
Filed under: Buying, How To, Lifestyle Shutterstock By Vanessa Nix Anthony While it can be tough enough to find just the right spot to rest your head at night on your own, it can be even more difficult when searching with a partner. Choosing where you’ll live, whether you’re renting or buying a home, is one of the most important and personal decisions you’ll ever make. It’s the definition of
OTTAWA (Reuters) – All data indicate that Canadians’ mortgage debt loads are “very manageable” but some people are over exposed, Prime Minister Stephen Harper said on Thursday. “It remains our analysis … that the Canadian housing sector should be strong and stable over the longer term,” Harper told a televised news conference in the Ontario town of Windsor. He also said his government had no current plans to introduce a
Filed under: Buying, Celebrity Homes, Selling ZillowIn addition to a main house in the French Caribbean style, there are two guest cottages and an eight-car garage. By Melissa Allison Celebrity chef Paula Deen is asking $12.5 million for her Savannah estate in the city where she cooked up her Food Network shows. “When Paula is in Savannah, she wants an easier and simpler life,” a source told People magazine of
By David Randall NEW YORK (Reuters) – Even as the rise of online retailers such as Amazon.com Inc leads analysts to predict the eventual death of the American shopping mall, real estate fund managers are betting some will prosper – if they can lure the right kind of consumer. Simon Property Group Inc, the largest high-end mall operator in the country with properties including Palo Alto, California’s Stanford Shopping Center
Filed under: Buying, Financing, Refinancing Getty Images By Kirk Haverkamp Immigrants are having a significant impact on the U.S. housing market. According to the Research Institute for Housing America, immigrants accounted for nearly 40% of the net increase in U.S. homeowners from 2000 to 2010. Meanwhile, the same group estimates that U.S. homeownership rates among Latino immigrants will hit 50% by the year 2020. Overall, the number of immigrant homeowners
Michael Kors menswear U.S. fashion label Michael Kors is looking to further grow its menswear business with the creation of a new dedicated executive role. Marcel Ostwald, newly appointed the senior vice president, menswear at the brand, will work on both the creative strategy and product development, alongside designer Mr. Kors and president of men’s, Mark Brashear. This new hire is the latest in a series of strategic moves to
Welcome tea at Shangri-La Hotel chain Shangri-La is opening its latest property in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, to further cement its roots in Asia. This property will be the Hong Kong-based hotel company’s first in the country. Shangri-La has developments underway in many Asian and Middle Eastern countries, but this flagship property in Mongolia will give the brand a chance to connect with a new audience. Reaching new limits This year Shangri-La
Facade of Fortnum & Mason British department store Fortnum & Mason is prepping for special occasions this summer with a weeklong event for consumers. Guests will be able to finalize the finishing touches with millinery experts, jewelry advisors and accessory consultants in-store. As the weather becomes nicer consumers are attending more events and have a higher need for assistance in finalizing outfits, but may be unaware of the help Fortnum
Facade of Fortnum & Mason British department store Fortnum & Mason is prepping for special occasions this summer with a weeklong event for consumers. Guests will be able to finalize the finishing touches with millinery experts, jewelry advisors and accessory consultants in-store. As the weather becomes nicer consumers are attending more events and have a higher need for assistance in finalizing outfits, but may be unaware of the help Fortnum
Grange Park estate Optimism among finance professionals increased the most for Africa, Asia and South Asia, according to a report by the Association of Chartered Certified Accounts and Institute of Management Accountants. Confidence in the global economy is at its highest level among finance professionals since 2011, although too many points of economic stress around the world prevent total optimism. For luxury brands, gauging the forecast of finance professionals who regularly
