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Real Parenting

January 21

Road Rage: Highway Tales and Driving Lessons of a Real Mom

A mom reflects on her driving history and the lessons she has learned along the way.

Weaving through EDSA, I signal to the left side, so I can switch lanes and line up after trucks, vans, and other large vehicles. It is close to 3 p.m. and thinking it was still early, I was surprised to see the
News

July 29

What Are The Legal Implications of Leaving A Toddler Alone Inside A Car?

Is there a law in the Philippines that guards against it?

A few weeks ago, a video of a two-year-old left alone inside a vehicle went viral. Social media went wild, as expected. Thankfully, the toddler sustained no injuries.At the back of our minds, however, was the question: What are the legal implications
Preschooler

June 27

7 Simple Tricks to Surviving School Day Traffic With the Kids

These will distract from annoying questions like, “Are we there yet?”

How bad is the traffic situation in Metro Manila? Well, we know of one mom who keeps an arinola (or chamber pot) in her car. You laugh (so did we), but it goes to show the, er, adjustments we all make to
Travel

June 24

7 Family-friendly Cars Under P1-Million

Finding an affordable car that incorporates the needs of a family is a challenging task

Parenthood is one of those pivotal ‘adulting’ milestones that comes with a lot of baggage. Literal baggage. Diapers, clothes, cleaning supplies, toys and strollers take up a lot of in-car real estate. With new laws mandating the use of car seats for
Travel

June 6

Looking for Your First SUV? This Model Makes It Affordable at P16K a Month

SUVs are comfortable, versatile, and practical.

We spend a big chunk of our days on the road. We sit through several hours of commute going to and from the office, and sadly, the situation isn't any better on weekends. If you're finally thinking of getting your own car
Money

December 22

The Extremely Busy Person's Guide to the New Tax Law

If you don't have time or patience to read the new TRAIN law, this inforgraphic is for you

At 145 words, the official title of the new tax law just signed by President Rodrigo Duterte on December 19 — "An Act Amending Sections …" — already makes for tedious reading. How much more the body of the Tax Reform for Acceleration
Your Health

August 18

Watch What Happens When You Leave a Water Bottle Inside a Hot Car

Plus, four other things you shouldn't leave in your vehicle.

We’ve all heard the advice not to drink from a water bottle that’s been left inside the car on a hot day. But, there’s also a good reason to not leave it there in the first place. A clear water-filled bottle can
Health & Nutrition

July 18

Driving While Pregnant? 6 Reminders You Should Not Ignore

Here's how to keep you, and that little bun in the oven, safe.

Pregnant mothers worry about anything and everything that could possibly harm their unborn baby. From the negative effects of microwave radiation and a hot bath to the toxic chemicals in hair products and nail polish, expectant women obsess over every little detail
Home

July 17

11 Things You Need To Do Before Buying A Secondhand Car

Spare yourself potential headaches

Thinking of buying a car for the family? Opting to get a secondhand car might seem like a good option that will save you money, but that depends, really. You can find some very good deals in the secondhand car market if
Home

May 28

Don't Get Scammed! A Complete List of MMDA-Accredited Tow Trucks

If you can't find the tow truck's plate number on this list, do not submit to or cooperate with the "towing personnel.

Here's a motoring scenario for you: You're walking back to your car when you see it being towed by suspicious-looking men with a dilapidated tow truck. When you introduce yourself and ask the men to identify themselves, they assure you that they
Inspiration

March 13

10 Things Women Hate When Driving or They're Car Passengers

For women, it's all about courtesy whether they're driving or riding in the car. Do you agree?

Photo by Christian HaliliIsn't is annoying when someone implies that when a car is slow it's because it's a woman driving. It doesn't follow, guys. Here, our friends from TopGear.com.ph share the 10 pet peeves women absolutely hate when they're driving or
News

February 3

This Beetle Was Sold By Its Owner After An Accident; His Kids Bought It Back For Him

Talk about reciprocating a parents's love.

Ask any man with a modicum of car enthusiasm, and he'll tell you that nothing beats the very first automobile he has ever owned. The memories, the difficulties, the joyrides--it will always be the motoring equivalent of one's first love. No matter
News

January 27

10 Things To Consider Before Buying A Small Car

Big cars not for you? Here’s what you should expect with tiny sub-compact drives.

Photo by Andy Leuterio/Topgear.com.phOwning a pint-sized car has its pros and cons. My daily-driver is a Hyundai Eon--a micro car, which, despite its size, is a huge pain in the a** to pay for. But I'm not here to talk finances; I'm
Home

January 21

9 Beds You or Your Kids Would Love To Own

If your kiddo loves cars, make this your new bedroom makeover project.

This is so perfect for car-enthusiast parents and car-loving kids--furniture fashioned from or after automobiles!If you or your kids love car-inspired stuff--and that includes automotive furniture--this is a sure hit that we're asking ourselves why there aren't many car-loving Filipino entrepreneurs going into this
Real Parenting

December 30

5 Vehicles With Mom-friendly Features

Thinking of getting new wheels in 2016? Consider these.

Choosing a car to buy can be an exercise in thorough research and painstaking study. Modern automobiles are all so well-made these days, all packed with so many features, that picking a clear winner is always a difficult endeavor.But when selecting a
Travel

November 1

10 Times A Big Car Is A Necessity for Moms

Who said big cars are only for men?

1. When you have small kids.It's mom and dad's day out with the new baby! You'd think such a tiny person could fit into a sedan with you, right? Well, maybe he could -- but not his personal effects! Imagine: your baby's
Toddler

October 7

This Made Our Day: This Dog Happily Driving Around a Toddler in a Toy Car

This will be the cutest thing you'll see today for sure.

The cutest thing you'll see today is Daisy, a Maltese-Chihuahua, driving around in a child-sized convertible with her passenger-for-the-day Oliver."Daisy loves to drive Oliver around in their car," says mom Jessica Wolf who uploaded the video to Youtube and has now been
Love & Relationships

April 11

Volkswagen Advocates Child Safety on the Road

Launches its breakthrough innovations at the ongoing Manila International Auto Show

According to the road safety facts from the World Health Organization, about 1.24 million globally die each year as a result of road traffic crashes (nearly 3,400 deaths a day). Wearing a seat-belt can reduce fatalities by up to 50%, and among
Home

March 18

5 Tips to Surviving the Metro Traffic

Don’t let the traffic situation take its toll on you. Here are some tips from Shell FuelSave to help maximize your road trips and fuel economy – and keep your cool.

They say the term “working mom” is redundant – precisely because when you’re a mom, there’s always work to be done, from preparing meals to giving the kids a bath, to cleaning the house and balancing the budget. More so if you’re
News

May 1

Latest “CARS 2” Trailer Out Now

Catch scenes from the anticipated sequel to the fun animated racing film, CARS from Disney Pixar.

May 1, 2011Phrase 3 of 4:"to have your heart go walking around"

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