Floating memories
They have been around since Jamaica's independence in August 1962. No celebration is complete without the festival floats. Even though they have grown in size and design, the purpose of these mobile purveyors of nationalism remains: display Jamaica's hopes and aspirations.

Stay focused at the wheel
As the roads get busier each day, distractions for the driver continue to mount. These can range from activities by passengers inside the vehicle to pedestrians or other drivers on the road.

Spills, thrills at Dover
The rivalry between two of Jamaica's best-known racers, David Summerbell Jr and Doug 'Hollywood' Gore, ended pre-maturely at last Sunday's Dover meet as both drivers were involved in a spill.

Prius top-selling car in Japan
Toyota's hugely popular Prius hybrid ranked as Japan's top-selling car in July, clinching the spot for the third consecutive month as tax breaks boosted sales of green vehicles, an auto-industry group said Thursday.

'Wheely' good Independence
Last Thursday's Independence Day gala provided an opportunity for the 20-year-old Jamaica Classic Car Club to strut its stuff.