The car event of the season has begun.  It is finally time to see what all the manufacturers were buzzing about.  What direction are the concept cars going for the upcoming model year?  The Paris Auto Show is in full swing.  Checkered Flag is proud to house many…

The Europe vs. US Ryder Cup in golf is in hot and heavy swing right now.  With having a professional golfer in the family, this event is quite a big deal.  I have not always been a big follower, but with age and wisdom, as well as a good dose of patience, the love is coming to me. 

2012 Ryder Cup

The…

I read car reviews every day for my job.  Today, I came across a new twist on the traditional review that I think is great for our Checkered Flag fans. 

Check out an excerpt from MSN's "Is that car worth the money?"



Midsize Sedan

Expensive Option
Porsche Panamera Turbo S  $173,200

The Panamera Turbo S is a bit on…

I know an election is coming.  I know the candidates.  I am also tired of hearing the crazy commercials.  I do care if the candidates make a career of kicking puppies, but some of information out there is just plain nuts. 

A few of the best/worst commercials, as put together by www.mandatory.com are too much.  Comparing candidates to witches, sheep, some where they do nothing but stare at you for 1.5 minutes make them just a bit over the top.  I might just not be smart enough to grasp the political rhetoric, but given my degree…

I am SO excited that it is football season.  I love the weather, the food and sleeping through a really good football game.  I, along with my love of cars, have a love of all things sports.  I was a referee in college to help pay my tuition and just loved the learning of the game, and being able to be part, even though I have zero athletic prowess.

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This morning was dark and dreary in the homes of many Virginia Beach residents.  According to Dominion Virginia Power, a goose was the culprit for power outages that caused all the morning hassle.  Who would have thought that one feathery friend could cause such a hub-bub?

Goose causes power outage in VB

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY…

Ever met someone that you thought might actually be crazy?  I am not talking about the run of the mill "oh they are so craaaazy" person that makes you laugh.  I am talking about chewing on their ear kinda nuts.  I have experienced a few of my own.  Have any of those people been the person that signs your pay check…

Any of our Checkered Flag fans looking for a romantic weekend getaway?  It doesn't get much better than this.  Or windy, so, take a jacket.

From The Virginian-Pilot. 

Cape Hatteras Lighthouse to offer full moon tours
By Lauren King  September 24, 2012   

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The current VW Volkswagen has been one of the most anticipated vehicles to hit Checkered Flag in years.  And, soon, our Virginia Beach Volkswagen store will be adding a sibling to our VW Beetle collection.  Check out the new spy shots from Autoblog of the new 2014 VW Beetle Convertible. 

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With temperatures falling into the low 50's tonight, we Checkered Flag fans are reminded that fall has begun.  So, let's pop in the Driver's Seat with our friends at 13 News, for a short checklist of things we can do to make sure our vehicles are ready for the season. 



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