There was no decision on whether I’d watch the first “live stream” of the 2020 Christmas parade in Plant City. I knew I’d be viewing it from the comfort of my home, sitting on a large recliner facing the 4K television that I selected to watch it on. My popcorn was ready. It was different […]
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Revamped 2020 Subaru Legacy a worthy daily ride
With Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Nissan Altima, Mazda6 and more, competition is vicious in the midsize sedan segment. One competent vehicle that has not received as much attention in the field is the Subaru Legacy, which displays incredible nimbleness, remarkable handling and response. Partial credit, of course, goes to the standard symmetrical all-wheel-drive system that […]
Continue Reading2020 Chevy Bolt goes the distance – solely on battery
Imagine going over 250 miles and some more on a full one-time electric charge in a ride. GM claims 259 miles (up 21 from its predecessor), to be exact, in its four-door, five-passenger 2019 Bolt EV. Plus, the four-door, five-passenger Bolt EV is an ultra-smooth and cool hatchback package with superb handling and overall balance. […]
Continue ReadingTake the 2020 GMC Sierra Denali off-road or on the road
After a major redesign inside out last year, the GMC Sierra Denali 1500 4WD Crew Cab truck for 2020 continues mostly as-is. This solidly built full-size pickup ensures reasonably quick acceleration from any speed, ample passing ability and accurate handling/balance. The four-wheel-drive system can be driven in auto, 2WD, 4Hi or 4Lo modes depending on […]
Continue ReadingDoctor’s Note: Let’s get FYZICAL to dodge balance disorders
The key to balance is movement — let’s fight the fall together.
Continue ReadingOwner’s Report: Don’t forget Varrea’s potential impact on downtown
I appreciate the Plant City Observer’s coverage of the Varrea development amendment public hearing. One concern I have, which I was sad to hear was not addressed at the hearing, was the effect on Plant City’s downtown district and hope for Midtown if a residential development is allowed to more than double its desires for neighborhood […]
Continue Reading2020 Volkswagen Passat gets a few tweaks
It was long overdue, but the 2020 Volkswagen Passat has been overhauled — though not to a fuller extent, as one would expect. The exterior and the interior have been tweaked and though the power train has been retained, the torque gets a boost of 22 over its predecessor. Our test drive was equipped with […]
Continue ReadingLetter to the Editor: Plant City at the drive-in
Dear Mayor, City Manager and Parks Director, With the sky-high interest in drive-in movie theatres these days, I propose the city establish a temporary drive-in theatre in the Plant City Stadium complex area. The face of the parking area on the west side of the stadium is ideal for movie watching. The city can acquire […]
Continue ReadingDoctor’s Note: Seeking relief for constant sinus problems
COLUMN: That runny nose you experience could be due to a nasal disease
Continue ReadingAll-new CX-30 eases nicely into the Mazda lineup
It’s an all-new vehicle and, coming from Mazda, it is more than welcome. After all, who doesn’t want to enjoy a fun-to-drive and energetic ride keeping in mind the “Zoom-Zoom” emotion of motion phrase made so popular by the Japanese carmaker? Best of all, the CX-30 isn’t replacing any vehicle in the lineup. Instead, the […]
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