In 2012, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimated that 3,328 people were killed and another 421,000 people were injured in accidents involving distracted drivers. "[B]ecause text messaging requires visual, manual, and cognitive attention from the driver, it is by far the most alarming distraction," according to the NHTSA's website.
Volkswagen recently released an ad designed to get people's attention and drive home the message of the dangers of using a mobile device while driving. Set in a Hong Kong movie theater, Volkswagen's "Eyes On the Road" video ad employs a unique stunt to inspire road safety.
The Utah Transporters Association, in partnership with Volkswagen SouthTowne, will be holding its 3rd annual "Last Call" air cooled VW car show this Saturday at the VW South Towne dealership in South Jordan, Utah.
As one of the show sponsors again this year, we are looking forward to another great show. And if last year's show is any indication, it is going to be a ton of fun!
This is a free show that starts Saturday, September 22nd at 9 a.m. and goes until 2 p.m. Besides close to 100 or more great vintage air cooled VWs on display, you can expect to see 25 awards handed out, tons of raffle prizes given away, vendors, pin striping, great music and lots more!
All the raffle proceeds this year will be going to benefit the UTA's annual "Bussin' for Santa" efforts.
As their website states: The Utah Transporters Association was created by a group of friends who love Volkswagens; driving Volkswagens, looking at Volkswagens and talking about Volkswagens! It is a free club for people who would like to cruise to shows and hang out together! It's a bus club by name but all Air Cooled Volkswagens are welcome.
The Courtyard by Marriot, 10701 South Holiday Park Drive in Sandy, Utah is offering special rates Friday and Saturday. Phone 801-571-3600 and mention Last Call Car Show when booking.
Volkswagen SouthTowne is visible right off the west side of I-15 at 11000 South 290 West (Frontage Road) in South Jordan, UT.
We hope to see you there...and please stop by our booth and say hello!
To help you get in a vintage Volkswagen state of mind, leading up to the show, here are a couple of videos from last year's Last Call.
We had the pleasure of meeting custom car designer/builder Dave Kindig at the Last Call VW Car Show last summer where he had his custom 1962 Volkswagen bus on display. Since then we have become big fans of the beautiful and amazing works of art coming from Dave's award winning shop over at Kindig-It Design.
That is why we will definitely be watching the Speed Channel on Monday night, April 23rd, at 8pm MT for the Season Premiere episode of Hot Rod TV. This episode will feature Salt Lake City's Kindig-It Design as it prepared vehicles for the annual SEMA show, including the show stopping 1964 Cadillac Deville convertible Dave customized for eight time Olympic champion Apolo Ohno.
If your next step after the big Thanksgiving meal is to do some shopping, we put together this little gift guide to give you a few ideas:
GoPro HD Motorsports Hero
This entry in the Hero series is a full 1080 HD camera for the motorsports enthusiast and comes with mounts that easily attach to your helmet, car, motorcycle, ATV, snowmobile or virtually any vehicle. The impact resistant housing is waterproof to 180 ft. This camera is known for recording very stable video even at high speeds or extreme conditions. $200 Link to Buy
Lego Volkswagen Camper Van
This authentic 1962 VW T1 Camper Van Lego set has 1332 pieces and features a "spittie" safari windshield, a pop-up roof, opening doors and a rear door that opens to reveal the detailed engine. Perfect for the Volkswagen enthusiast on your list. $120 Link to Buy View Video
Joby GorillaTorch Blade
This hands free flashlight is perfect for changing a flat tire or working on your car in the garage. The removable flashlight features an ultra bright light and the bendable legs on the tripod have magnetic tips. It comes with a USB/AC adapter and a USB cable for recharging. $55 Link to BuyView VIDEO
CarLashes
CarLashes are a product made right here in Utah (Park City) and loved the world over by those who want to add some style and whimsy to their car's headlights. Want to go extra fancy? Add the crystal eyeliner (sold separately). Put these on your car and you are sure to turn some heads. $27 Link to Buy
2011 Harley-Davidson Christmas Ornament
This 2011 Holiday Ball Ornament from Harley-Davidson features a biker Santa. Holiday graphics are accented with small LED lights. The ornament measures 4 inches in diameter. $16 Link to Buy
