Rita Cook is a writer/editor with over 1000 articles to her credit in the past 10-plus years. She is the co-host of a radio show in Los Angeles; Insider Mag Radio at KPRO 1570 am and is on from midnight to 12:30 a.m. Monday mornings. Cook is a member of the Texas Auto Writer’s Association and also writes an eco-friendly column for the Dallas Morning News.
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Contributions to the Communities Sports desk from readers.
Published 4:05 p.m. May 21, 2012
No changes in the 2012 Mazda CX-9, but for a refresh, this is one to consider.
Published 4:32 p.m. May 14, 2012
Small, but efficient and redesigned for 2012, the Toyota Yaris might be one car you don’t want to pass up when searching for the perfect subcompact.
Published 1:40 p.m. May 7, 2012
The Kia has been totally redesigned for 2012, so for smart car shoppers looking for a bargain, the Kia Rio will be right up your alley.
Published 8:41 a.m. April 30, 2012
A car to always trust, the 2012 Toyota Camry is also a car to love.
Published 9:48 a.m. April 23, 2012
Taking the 2012 Infiniti G Convertible out for a week of driving proved to be a week of wanting to drive anywhere I could find the excuse to go.
Published 10:54 p.m. April 16, 2012
No matter the trim you opt for, with the 2012 Chrysler 300, luxury is always at the forefront.
Published 6:32 p.m. April 10, 2012
For fuel economy, opt for the new hybrid trim or go for the tougher, more powerful V6 model this year on the Buick LaCrosse.
Published 9:17 a.m. April 2, 2012
The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is a fine go-to car for looks and efficiency.
Published 11:40 a.m. March 26, 2012
For the discerning car buyer, the VW Tiguan is a tough SUV with a luxury interior.
Published 9:57 p.m. March 20, 2012
A profoundly classy styling in either the grand touring coupe or the convertible is what this redesigned 2012 BMW 650i is all about.
Published 3:27 p.m. March 17, 2012
Move over St. Patrick and make way for Wales’ patron, Saint David.
Published 9:09 a.m. March 13, 2012
The 2012 Cadillac CTS-V proves it is still as big and bad as ever.
Published 4:24 p.m. March 3, 2012
The 2012 Buick Enclave still stands out in the luxury SUV market.
Published 12:34 p.m. February 29, 2012
This St. Patrick's Day visit Ashford Castle for a dose of the "luck of the Irish."
Published 4:49 p.m. February 27, 2012
Winning an Earthcheck gold level certification, the hotel’s Chuan Spa wins the holistic award for serenity