Two for the Road's New York Connection

I knew Melissa Murphy as a child in New York... she loved

to watch her mother bake... so did I.  She was five when

she started helping in the kitchen, and here she is at 40 with

one of the top bakeries in Brooklyn, New York..

   Isn't it wonderful to see how children grow and what

influences as children might effect thier adult lives.  I am so

proud of Melissa...

Maybe she will let me put up one of her favorite "Auto"

recipes on "cooking for the road".  http://www.twofortheroadusa.com/

Former NFL Players from Arizona play Basketball for Charity

Two For the Road Marketing and PR is proud to be part of the Former NFL Players in Arizona's fundraiser.

MEDIA RELEASE

FIRST ANNUAL CELEBRITY NFL BASKETBALL TOUR

Former NFL PLAYERS take on Local High School Faculty For Fundraiser

Phoenix - September - Former NFL Indianapolis Colt football player Sydney Justin,

along with the NFLPA Arizona Chapter and DeVry University, give back to the community.

Many of the 117 former NFL Football players that live in Arizona will be playing

basketball against the faculty of select High Schools throughout Phoenix and surrounding

areas starting September 13, 2011.

     This celebrity NFLPA event, sponsored by DeVry University, gives H.S. students an

opportunity to get up close and personal with former NFL players as they compete

against their school faculty. After each basketball game there will be an opportunity to secure

autograph and memorabilia signing as well as photos with the players.

     The first game will be held at Willow Canyon H.S. in Surprise, on Tuesday, Sept. 13th. The

scheduled day of the week differs for each school. Game time is 6 PM and admission for

H.S. and college students is $5.00, adults $8.00 and children 6-14 $3.00.

The referees and half time entertainment will also be of celebrity status.

This event is open to the public. The proceeds from the tour will benefit the “dire need

fund” for the former NFLPA chapter in Arizona and various programs at the High

Schools where the games are held.

    Some of the players that will participate during the ten weeks will be Clearance Moore,

Kwamie Lasitter, Robert Tate, Michael Bankston, Kerry Justin, Steve Holden, Mike Davis, Nick

Lowery, Darrell Clack, MarTay Jenkins, Lincoln Kennedy, Ayrius

Justin, Syd Justin and Seth Joyner. Kurt Warner has signed on to participate if his

schedule allows.

     Many of the NFL players, living in the valley, range in age from 23 upward. The “dire need

fund” is for medical conditions arising from short term play injuries or long- term disability for

players in need. The NFLPA is a non profit 501C 3.

DeVry University is pleased to sponsor a program that fosters community spirit and echoes its

commitment to expanding access for area youth to higher education opportunities beyond high

school.

For more on this event contact Mari Molina at 602 692 2007

BILL ZERVAKOS REVIEWS ... 2011 CHRYSLER 300

2011 Chrysler 300
By:  Bill Zervakos

The 2011 Chrysler 300 has been redesigned with a stylish look that includes a new grille, Chrysler’s new winged badge, key slot headlights with a sculpted lower edge and LED daytime running lights that form a C shape. Inside the new 300 is upgraded with soft touch materials, premium trim, available heated and cooled Nappa leather seats and real wood trim.

For more of this review go to http://www.twofortheroadusa.com/ and click on Bill and Cathy's

Dog Friendly Honda

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A2mIa0hvlP0&feature=player_embedded

For more on driving with our pet go to http://www.twofortheroadusa.com/

Pebble Beach Hosts All New Lexus GS Luxury Sports Sedan

LEXUS TO REVEAL ALL-NEW LEXUS GS LUXURY SPORT SEDAN AT PEBBLE BEACH


TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 4, 2011 – Lexus will reveal the all-new GS 350 mid-size luxury sport sedan on Thursday, August 18th in conjunction with the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. The fourth-generation GS has been completely redesigned, inside and out, and will feature the brand’s new design philosophy, with styling cues such as a distinctive new front grille, that will soon be seen on all future Lexus vehicles. The new GS will also lead the rest of the Lexus lineup in an entirely new direction of driving dynamics.

“Today, buyers in the mid-size luxury segment want a more engaging driving experience, styling that makes a statement, and a roomier interior package,” said Mark Templin, Lexus group vice president and general manager. “With the all-new GS, we’re giving them what they asked for, and more.”

The Lexus press conference will take place on Thursday, August 18th at 4:15 p.m. PDT at Parc du Concours near The Lodge at Pebble Beach. The press conference will also be broadcast live online and archived at http://www.lexusnewsroom.com/.
 
For auto reviews of Lexus vehicles go to http://www.twofortheroadusa.com/

GRANDPARENTS ARE BETTER DRIVERS - Yes or No

Are Grandparents better drivers?

ST. PETERSBURG - Kids may be safest in cars driven by their grandparents rather than their parents, much to the surprise of researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.


"The injury rate was considerably lower," said Dr. Fred Henriteg. He oversaw the review accidents involving nearly 12,000 children in 15 states and concluded children's risk of injury was 50 percent lower when riding with a grandparent.

That finding surprised Dr. Henriteg because statistically, older drivers are involved in more accidents.

However, the findings do not surprise many parents and grandparents.

"Because of age and maturity," Roz Hurst theorized. "You know, life experience."

Another grandmother, Barbara Stacy, says other things may be competing for parents' attention.

"With the cell phones and everything, a lot of the younger parents I think are on the phone, distracted," Stacy said.

Shiela Marable has a 1-year-old daughter and thinks her parents are extra cautious about everything.

"It's not their child, so they have to be extra careful with the child," she said.

Jason Yaber admits he speeds and suspects his parents do not.
"They're not in a rush to get anywhere," Yaber said. "I'm in a rush all of the time."

The study did not determine why the risk of injury is lower with grandparents behind the wheel, but it did note the age of the driver made little difference in the nature of injuries children sustain in the event of a crash.

For more grandparent information go to http://www.twofortheroadusa.com/ click on Grandparents on the go and Cathy's Car Corner.

Toyota Announces 2012 Prices

IMMEDIATE RELEASE

TOYOTA ANNOUNCES 2012 PRICES FOR

HIGHLANDER AND FJ CRUISER MODELS

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Price Increase For 2011 Land Cruiser

TORRANCE, Calif., August 1, 2011 - - Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. today announced manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRP) for the 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser sport utility vehicle (SUV), and the Highlander and Highlander Hybrid SUV. Also announced was a price increase for the Land Cruiser full-size SUV and an increase in the delivery, processing and handling (DPH) fee for Scion models.

The Highlander and Highlander Hybrid carry over with no new features for 2012 yet retain their excellent value as the MSRP for all models remain unchanged. The base MSRP for the gas Highlander ranges from $28,090 for the Base 2WD four-cylinder with a six-speed automatic transmission to $37,045 for the Limited grade V6 with a five-speed automatic. Highlander Hybrid prices range from $38,140 for the Base 4WD to $43,795 for the Limited 4WD.

The FJ Cruiser carries over virtually unchanged for 2012. It will have an MSRP ranging from $25,990 for the 4x2 equipped with a five-speed automatic transmission to $27,580 for the 4x4 V6 automatic reflecting an increase of $200, or 0.7 percent.

The MSRP for the 2011 Land Cruiser has increased to $69,120 reflecting an increase of $200, or 0.3 percent.

The MSRPs for the gas and hybrid Highlanders, FJ Cruiser and 2011 Land Cruiser do not include a delivery, processing and handling (DPH) fee of $810. The DPH fee for vehicles distributed by Southeast Toyota (SET) and Gulf States Toyota (GST) may vary.

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2012 TOYOTA PRICING 2-2-2-2

Prices for 2012 gas Highlander, FJ Cruiser and the 2011 Land Cruiser will begin with the start of August production. The prices for the 2012 Highlander Hybrid began with July 20 start of production.