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MORE THAN 50 CARS ENROLL IN EVERYTHING MOPAR CLASSIC CAR SHOW
Despite the gloomy weather, more than 50 vehicles participated in the Everything Mopar Classic Car Show 2010 for Operation Helping Hand (OHH) July 24 at Jerry Ulm Dodge Chrysler Jeep in Tampa.
The fundraiser was organized by Florida Mopar Association and Jerry Ulm Dodge Chrysler Jeep to benefit families of wounded and injured soldiers being treated at James A. Haley Veterans Hospital. There was live ’70s and ’80s rock music, prizes, Mopar parts and service clinic, as well as club discounts on purchases, food and drinks.
According to organizer Doug Steel, the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) Tampa chapter started the OHH chapter. “Few people know that the Tampa VA is one of the busiest in the nation, and it treats active duty patients with some of the more severe injuries, including spinal cord injury,” said organizer Doug Steel.
“ ‘We support our troops’ is not just some slogan with MOOA or Jerry Ulm. Never again should we allow our soldiers to be ignored and forgotten. They did what we asked of them, and in their time of need, we support our troops and their families.”
For more information on OHH, call Doug Steel at (813) 732-4315, e-mail rallyedoug@yahoo.com or visit http://www.operationhelpinghandtampa.com/
LET’S ROLL KICKS OFF NEW WEEKLY (WEDNESDAY) CRUISE-IN IN HUDSON
Let’s Roll Promotions is starting a new weekly cruise-in 6 to 9 p.m. from July 21. The every-Wednesday show will be at Beach Nutz restaurant bar and grille, 12142 U.S. 19, Hudson (in plaza at northeast corner of U.S. 19 and State Road 52).
"Beach Nutz has a large facility with a dance floor and a bar, plus a full restaurant," said car show organizer Paul Figoni. "The restaurant bar and grille is offering $25 gift certificates for best classic/antique, muscle car, hot rod/street rod and custom. It will also have a $5 meal special, which includes a burger, fries and a soft drink. As always, there will be cool oldies music and 50/50."
For more information, call Paul Figoni at (813) 468-0277 or visit
www.letsrollpromotions.com
PLYMOUTH CONVERTIBLE IS CRUISER OF THE MONTH
A bright red 1936 Plymouth rumble seat convertible owned by Burt and Susan Harness of Parrish is the Sun City Center Roamin’ Oldies Cruiser of the Month for June.
“It’s actually Susan’s car,” Burt said. “We both like the lines of the car. It’s something different.” Though it looks pretty much original, the Plymouth is powered by a 350 cubic-inch Chevrolet engine matched to an automatic transmission. It is also fitted with air conditioning and other contemporary “creature features” that allow them to drive it extensively in comfort.
The monthly Roamin’ Oldies cruise-in is held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the first Thursday of every month at Cherry’s Restaurant in the Apollo Beach Winn-Dixie Plaza on U.S. 41.
The event is free to both entrants and spectators, and the public is welcome. About 70 of the area’s finest antique and collectible cars and trucks are typically on display, accompanied by classic 1950s music played by DJ Joey Ferrante. The event is sponsored by Thompson’s Auto Parts and Cherry’s Restaurant. For information, call Chet at (813) 842-1511.
ABOUT 50 VEHICLES PARTICIPATE IN FIRKINS CAR SHOW
Nearly 50 vehicles participated June 12 in a car show at Firkins Dodge in Bradenton. Organized by the Manasota Mopar Club (www.manasotamoparclub.com), the show benefits the Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast (www.bbbssun.com)
Firkins Dodge is at 2900 First St., Bradenton. For more information, call (941) 748-6510 or visit www.firkins.com
ST. PETERSBURG BEACH RESIDENT A SEMIFINALIST FOR ENERGIZER KEEP GOING HALL OF FAME
Dianne Villano of St. Petersburg Beach is being honored for her unstoppable energy and perseverance. In March, baseball Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr. and Energizer began a national search for the next member of the Energizer Keep Going Hall of Fame, a program dedicated to celebrating everyday people who live with the same spirit and enthusiasm as the Energizer Bunny. From more than 1,200 submissions, Villano’s nomination rose to the top. She is now one of 100 semifinalists in the running to become the 2010 inductee into the Energizer Keep Going Hall of Fame.
Villano truly embodies perseverance in her support of military troops. In 2005,
she founded Support Our Marines Inc. to provide care packages to Marines serving
overseas, making sure each is packed with a personal letter. But she doesn’t
stop there. In 2008, she began racing to raise money and awareness for soldiers.
Nearly every weekend she crosses the finish line of a half-marathon, marathon or
triathlon – all in regulation Marine Corps Field Gear! Perhaps most amazing of
all – Villano does not have any family members serving, has never served herself
nor does she know any of the Marines she contacts each month. When asked why she
does it, Villano responds, “I race in their honor because they serve in mine.”
The goal of the Energizer Keep Going Hall of Fame is to create a place where the inspirational stories of everyday people can live. Baseball’s Ironman, Cal Ripken Jr., who holds the record for the most-consecutive games ever played (2,632!), was the inaugural inductee in 2006. This year, the program’s fifth anniversary, people wrote in by the hundreds about their friends, family members, neighbors, teachers, coworkers and more who live everyday with optimism and determination.
Villano now moves on to the second round of judging, which will narrow the 100 semifinalists down to a pool of 10 finalists. Then, it’s up to America to determine the 2010 winner by voting for their favorite of the 10 finalists at www.energizer.com/halloffame. Voting ends Aug. 20. Each vote triggers a $1 donation, up to $10,000, to the Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation, an organization dedicated to helping disadvantaged youth through baseball-themed programs.
The 2010 inductee will receive a $10,000 cash prize plus a $5,000 donation to his or her favorite charity. That person will also be formally honored at an induction ceremony with Cal Ripken Jr. in September at the Energizer Keep Going Hall of Fame in St. Louis, Mo.
To read more about the Energizer Keep Going Hall of Fame, past honorees and current semifinalists, visit www.energizer.com/halloffame
29TH ANNUAL MUSTANG, SHELBY AND FORD ROUNDUP SET OCT. 23
Story provided by Mustang Club of Tampa
The 29th annual Mustang, Shelby and Ford Roundup will be held Saturday, Oct. 23. Hosted by Mustang Club of Tampa, Bill Currie Ford and Museum of Science & Industry (MOSI), the event will be once again at the Museum of Science & Industry (MOSI), 4801 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa. Portion of the proceeds of the show will be donated to MOSI’s Kids In Charge program.
The roundup will be from 8 a.m. to 4: p.m. with check-in running 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Everyone interested in Ford vehicles is invited to attend and there is no charge to simply view the cars.
The show includes classes for all years of Mustangs, Shelbys and Ford-powered cars and trucks. Two free tickets to MOSI are provided to each vehicle and vendor participating in the show. Additional tickets to MOSI are available for $5 each to show registrants. Pre-registration through Oct. 16 is $25 per vehicle; vendors $25 per 10-by-20 space; and car corral is $15 per vehicle; day of show registration is $30 per vehicle.
For more information, call Chris Meyer at (813) 961-3223, Mark Morley at (813) 891-1304 or Frank Cossota at (813) 376-8979, e-mail info@mustangcluboftampa.com or visit www.mustangcluboftampa.com
WEEKLY CRUISE-IN AT AMERICANA 50’s DINER
Nearly 30 to 35 cars are usually in attendance at the weekly cruise-in at Americana 50’s Diner on U.S. 19 in Holiday. The show at 1730 U.S. 19 N., Holiday, is held from 6 to 9 p.m. every Saturday. On the agenda is oldies music, food discounts for car owners and trophy night the last Saturday of each month. The event is put on by the Christian Hot Rod Association.
AT 75, SUBURBAN IS THE LONGEST-RUNNING NAMEPLATE IN U.S. AUTO HISTORY
Story provided by Chevrolet
The Chevrolet Suburban, the venerable hauler of people and cargo that debuted in the Great Depression, celebrates its 75th anniversary this year as the king of continuous U.S. automotive production.
No other nameplate has been around longer without at least some time off.
The idea for the Suburban was born out of a need for a heavier-duty, truck-based wagon. Through the early 1930s, most manufacturers offered car-based wagons for professional use. Open models with windows and rear seating were known as depot hacks, and were used to ferry passengers and their cargo around train stations and boat docks. Enclosed models, typically without rear seats, were known as sedan deliveries.
Chevrolet began experimenting with an all-steel wagon body mounted on a commercial chassis in the mid-1930s, and the Suburban Carryall was launched in 1935. The original Suburban could seat eight, while easily removable seats provided a large, 75-inch-long by 77-inch-long cargo area. The heavy-duty chassis of the Suburban increasingly found favor with professional customers, including the U.S. Armed Forces during World War II.
The foundation of strength and capability that propelled the brand for more than seven decades is still evident today. The 2010 Chevrolet Suburban seats up to nine, or can accommodate 137.4 cubic feet of cargo with the second-row seats folded and third-row seat removed. With the standard Vortec 5.3-lither FlexFuel engine and fuel-saving six-speed automatic transmission, Suburban half-ton models can tow up to 8,000 pounds. Suburban 2500 models offer a 6.0-liter, six-speed power train combination and a maximum towing capacity of 9,600 pounds.
A 75th Anniversary Diamond Edition Suburban goes on sale early this summer and is limited to 7,570 units. It is distinguished by a White Diamond Tricoat exterior color and Cashmere interior, along with unique 20-inch chrome-clad wheels and new roof rack rails.
For more information, visit www.gm.com
AUTOMOBILE MAGAZINE PICKS FLEX, FUSION HYBRID 2010 ALL-STARS
Story provided by Ford
The 2010 Ford Flex and the award-winning 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid have been named 2010 All-Stars by AUTOMOBILE Magazine, an automotive lifestyle publication.
This year marks the second consecutive win for the Ford Flex. Last year, AUTOMOBILE Magazine described the 2009 model as a “class act among people movers.”
“For 2010, Ford has equipped the Flex with its much-anticipated EcoBoost engine, thereby addressing the Flex's only weakness – power – and effectively transforming it from a well-rounded family hauler into a large sport wagon,” said Jean Jennings, president and editor-in-chief of AUTOMOBILE Magazine. “The Flex is unique in a market brimming with compromised, look-alike utility vehicles and is one of the best-handling full-size crossovers on the market.”
Jason Mase, Ford crossover marketing manager, says it is the design and features available with the Ford Flex that make the vehicle stand out.
Jennings says what makes the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid special is that it doesn't drive like a hybrid. “Its very ordinariness is what makes the Fusion Hybrid an AUTOMOBILE Magazine All-Star,” said Jennings. “The Fusion Hybrid is not a performance machine, but neither does it feel hobbled or inadequate for daily driving. Perhaps, the best thing about it is that, apart from the LCD color screens, you might never know you're driving a hybrid.”
All-Stars are chosen by the AUTOMOBILE Magazine staff, its worldwide bureau chiefs and its contributors, following an intensive test drive of the year's most innovative and important new cars. Winners are selected based on design, value and performance, driving enjoyment and the vehicle's ability to redefine an existing category or create a new market segment.
For detailed information on the two vehicles, visit www.ford.com
KBB.COM PICKS FORD TAURUS AS ‘2010 BEST REDESIGNED VEHICLE’
Story provided by Ford
For the second consecutive year, Ford has captured Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com “Best Redesigned Vehicle” award, this time for the hot-selling Taurus sedan. Last year, the honor went to the 2009 Ford F-150.
“This
is not your father’s Taurus. For us it’s a massive departure,” said James Bell,
executive market analyst for Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com. “It reinvigorates a
brand that everybody wants to be proud of, applaud, and be excited about.” Bell
says it wasn’t just one feature that earned Ford’s all-new Taurus the
distinction of being named 2010 Best Redesigned Vehicle. 
“It’s the whole package – great value, great build quality and great technology,” he said. “We at Kelley Blue Book couldn’t help but embrace the new Taurus.”
In addition to its expressive design and engaging driving dynamics, the 2010 Ford Taurus offers an unprecedented array of technologies typically reserved for luxury cars at a price that is affordable. Its impressive standard and available technologies add convenience, connectivity, safety and value for customers. These include Adaptive Cruise Control, Collision Warning with Brake Support, Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®) with Cross Traffic Alert, MyKey parental programmability, Ford SYNC® and Voice-Activated Navigation with SIRIUS Travel Link.
According to Taurus marketing manager Pei-Wen Hsu, Ford’s all-new flagship sedan is generating new excitement at Ford dealerships. “Just like the 1986 original, the new Taurus is redefining the full-size sedan segment,” she said. “It is creating a halo effect in our showroom and attracting younger, more diverse customers to the Ford brand.”
The recognition from Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com is the latest in a string of accolades for the 2010 Ford Taurus. At the recent Los Angeles Auto Show, the Taurus was named International Car of the Year, and it received kbb.com “2010 Best Resale Value Award” in the full-size car category. And in January, the 2010 Taurus will serve as the official car of the 2010 International CES (Consumer Electronics Show) in Las Vegas.
For more information about the 2010 Best Redesigned Vehicle from Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com, visit www.kbb.com/best2010redesign
2010 HONDA CR-V OFFERS MORE SOPHISTICATION AND REFINEMENT WITH UPGRADES TO STYLE, FEATURES AND POWER
Story provided by Honda
The Honda CR-V adds to its compact crossover SUV credentials for the 2010 model year with refinements and upgrades to the exterior and interior, new features, better fuel economy, and more power.
Exterior styling enhancements include a freshened front fascia with a new grille and bumper design, a re-sculpted hood, and a fresh rear bumper shape. A 10-spoke alloy wheel design, standard on CR-V EX and EX-L, replaces the previous 7-spoke alloy wheel design. Interior improvements focus on new features and functionality. Bluetooth HandsFreeLink is now included on models equipped with the available Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System. Auto on/off headlights have been added to the CR-V EX-L and the front seats have wider center armrests on all models.
Upgrades to the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine improve power output to 180 horsepower (hp), a 14 hp increase. City/highway EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings increase to 21/28 miles per gallon (mpg) on 2WD models and 21/27 mpg on models equipped with Real Time 4WD – an increase of 1 mpg in both city and highway driving on all models.
While compact on the outside with a 103.1-inch wheelbase and a convenient-to-park length of less than 15 feet, the interior provides 103.8 cubic feet of passenger volume (CR-V LX) for up to five passengers. Add in a cargo volume of 35.7 cubic feet behind the rear seats and the CR-V creates a total interior volume that, from a space efficiency perspective, exceeds the EPA's size definition for a large sedan of 120 cubic feet.
A wide range of interior updates for 2010 include modifications to the radio functionality and control layout, the introduction of new seat fabric textures and an upgraded interior door handle design with a rubberized grip handle. Revised trim panel sections for the steering wheel, gear selector, upper glove box and center console (navigation-equipped models only) serve to brighten the overall interior color theme.
The AM/FM/CD audio system integrates a dual tone gray/black color scheme with blue backlighting, replacing black. The CR-V EX-L (navigation and non-navigation models) receives a USB Audio Interface for direct access to music files on compatible devices using the vehicle's existing controls.
Consistent with the new audio system backlighting, the background color of the Multi-Information Display (MID) now appears blue (previously black). The MID’s digital display functions, which include the odometer, trip computer and vehicle maintenance indicators among other features, for 2010 now include a compass feature on CR-V EX and EX-L (non-navigation) models. On navigation-equipped models, the newly added Bluetooth HandsFreeLink status and related functions are displayed in the MID.
For comfort, the driver's and front passenger’s center folding armrests are each wider by 1 inch compared to the previous model. A center console replaces the retractable center tray table on the CR-V EX-L with navigation.
A sliding 60/40 split second row seat with a 40/20/40 folding seatback offers cargo versatility by sliding forward to increase cargo space, folding forward to accommodate long objects, or folding and tumbling forward to create a large, flat cargo area. Maximum possible cargo volume measures 72.9 cubic feet with approximate floor dimensions of 51 inches long by 39 inches wide (at wheel wells). Storage potential behind the rear seat is enhanced by a dual-deck cargo shelf (CR-V EX and EX-L) that can strategically accommodate items like a folded baby stroller on the lower level and groceries bags on the upper level.
For 2010, the front fascia’s upper grille has a single horizontal chrome-style trim cross bar as opposed to the double slat style cross bar from the previous design. The hood's sheet metal now flows flush into the upper portion of the grille instead of wrapping down and around the grille.
The lower portion of the grille receives a honeycomb design that replaces the previous three-bar horizontal cross design. A chrome-colored trim piece has been added at the junction where the lower grille section intersects the top of the bumper (on EX and EX-L only).
The suspension is comprised of a front MacPherson strut layout and a rear multi-link suspension. The high-rigidity body and independent suspension offer a comfortable and engaging driving experience for a crossover SUV. State-of-the art noise absorption materials help to reduce engine and road noise for a quieter cabin.
The CR-V is available in three model choices, each offered in either front-wheel drive or Real Time 4WD.
HONDA CR-V
Engine: 2.4-liter i-VTEC 4-cylinder
Horsepower: 180 hp @ 6,800 rpm
Torque: 161 pounds-feet @ 4,400 rpm
EPA-estimated fuel economy, city/hwy/comb.: 21/28/24 (2WD), 21/27/23 (4WD)
Passenger volume: 103.8 cubic feet
Cargo volume: 34.7 cubic feet
Standard airbags: dual front and side airbags, side curtain airbag for both rows
with rollover sensor
Standard Electronic Stability Control: Vehicle Stability Assist
Standard ABS: 4-channel with Brake Assist
For more information, visit www.honda.com
FOOSE DESIGN, FIVE AXIS INSPIRE CAR LOVERS WITH RIDEMAKERZ WHEELZ
Story provided by RIDEMAKERZ
RIDEMAKERZ, the car-customizing experience where kids of all ages can build and customize the modern-day version of model cars and trucks, recently introduced one-of-a-kind wheelz designed by two of the hottest car designers, Chip Foose of Foose Design and Troy Sumitomo of Five Axis.
At RIDEMAKERZ.COM or in one of the 12 SHOPZ across the country, car enthusiasts –
“customizers” – design and build their dream cars, but at a fraction of the size (and cost) of a real one. RIDEZ can be customized with sounds, snap-on parts, decals and now designer wheelz based on real-life designs by Foose and Sumitomo.
Foose, known for his wheels and classic style, was inspired for his RIDEMAKERZ designs from a kid customizer who put his wheelz on backwards at a RIDEMAKERZ SHOP. Foose took that concept and created RIDEMAKERZ’ first reversible wheelz that are modeled after his Ascot, Challenger, Nitro II, Monterey and Knight wheel designs.
Sumitomo, known for his more modern, tuner-style wheel (think “Fast and Furious”), learned his expertise from spending time in his late teens and 20’s fixing up and modifying cars.
Sumitomo’s RIDEMAKERZ wheelz are modeled after designs from Five Axis’s wheel line, FIVE:AD, and represent a cross section of the range of tuners wheels seen on real cars today.
Both Foose and Sumitomo’s wheels are lightweight, come in two finishes – chrome and chrome plus one color – and cost $8 per set of 4 at RIDEMAKERZ.COM or in a RIDEMAKERZ SHOP. They are the smallest ever created by the auto-design geniuses, standing tall at only 32 MM, 33MM and 42MM, but a perfect fit for a RIDEMAKERZ RIDE. (You might be able to consider them dubs, if you change the measurement from inches to millimeters).
The wheels will fit all of the RIDEMAKERZ RIDEZ, which include such popular muscle cars as the new Ford Mustang GT and Dodge Challenger SRT-8, the Dodge Viper SRT-10, the Corvette C6.R and C6RS, tuner cars such as Toyota’s Scion xB and the RZ Wedge, the MINI-Cooper S and everything in between, including retro hot rods, stock race cars, concept and production pickups such as the Ford F-250 SuperChief and Dodge RAM SRT-10, and cab-over fire engines, dump trucks and tow trucks.
For more information, visit www.ridemakerz.com
Heacock Classic’s Top 10 Tips For Protecting Your PARKED Collectible
Story provided by Heacock Classic
Collector and classic car owners often invest a good deal of time and money in restoring their collectibles and protecting them from hazardous elements while driving. However, many owners may not realize the dangers that lurk even when their collectible isn’t moving. Heacock Classic, a leading provider of collector car insurance, knows the importance of caring for a vehicle even when it’s in park and offers a few simple “defensive” parking techniques to help owners keep their collectibles on the road, rather than in the repair shop.
1. Always choose covered parking whenever possible
Though it seems like an obvious choice, many owners may not realize the importance of this decision. Covered parking provides protection from extreme heat and harsh sun rays, and other undesirable elements such as rain, hail, sleet, snow, bird deposits and tree sap – all of which can lead to a deteriorating paint job and possible other damage.
2. Try and choose a parking spot that is visible from your destination
Parking in a spot that you can see from your destination will allow you to witness any possible danger, before it happens. Because it also gives the impression that you are nearby, potential troublemakers will be more likely to stay away from your collectible or treat it with the respect it deserves.
3. Don’t park under a tree
If you must park in open space, avoid parking under a tree. Birds live in trees and are not nearly as careful with your collectible as you are. Furthermore, parking under a tree may subject you to tree sap – a collector’s worst nightmare, since dripping tree sap can degrade a custom paint job.
4. Make sure people are aware of your collectible
If you frequently attend a particular special event or place of recreation, try to become friendly with any parking attendants or as many event regulars as possible. Feel free to tell them about your car, or even take them out for a spin. Giving them a reason to love your car as much as you do will help in the long run, because may ensure that they will look after your car, even when you may not be around. And don’t forget, giving the valet a bigger tip may make certain that he looks out for you.
5. Install an anti-theft device
Any sort of sounding alarm can help ward off those who may be looking to damage or even steal your classic. Whether it is an in-car system or portable device, being prepared for the worst is always a good move. You also may consider having a tracking device such as Lojack installed for extra security.
6. Recognize a compliment
Many other people may appreciate your car, so remember to politely acknowledge every compliment you receive. A simple courteous response can prevent future harmful actions to your collectible from someone who may have felt slighted by you. In addition, people who appreciate your car also can lookout for its safety. And remember, the kid you insult today is the car collector of tomorrow.
7. Cut your “ding factor” by 50 percent
Whenever possible, park at the end of a row to prevent accidental dings done by lazy or careless drivers. If an end spot in not available, your best bet is to avoid any tight or compact space. Do your best to pick a space big enough for you and your car to move in and out of comfortably.
8. Try not to take up two spots
By taking up more than one space in an effort to protect your collectible, you could actually hinder someone else from parking his/her vehicle, which may ultimately lead to a driver taking out his/her frustrations on your prized classic.
9. Don’t forget your car cover as a first defense
Your car cover is your collectible’s best friend and should be used whenever possible. Not only will it protect your classic from everyday elements such as extreme weather conditions, but it also can block hard objects such as bouncing balls, skateboards and shopping carts wheels from scratching the surface of your car.
10. Consider street parking
Just because there might be a parking lot available at your destination doesn’t mean you have to take it. Parking parallel to the street in a good area means that you avoid most of the congestion that comes with a parking lot, thereby avoiding numerous door dings and/or scratches.
Heacock Classic is a division of Heacock Insurance Group Inc., based in Sebring. Founded in 1922, it is a full-service independent insurance agency. Today, Heacock Classic is one of the leading collector car insurance organizations in North America. For information, visit www.heacockclassic.com
RIMS STAY CLEANER LONGER WITH NEW KEEP CLEAN WHEEL
Story provided by Eagle One
Nothing looks worse than a clean, shiny vehicle with front wheels caked with brake dust.
Eagle One, using proprietary technology, has the answer to the problem. The company has introduced Keep Clean Wheel, which is formulated to keep wheels clean and shiny for up to two weeks.
Keep Clean Wheel applies a barrier of protection to shield against brake dust and road grime and keeps wheels cleaner longer in between washes.
For the ultimate in wheel care, first use Eagle One's A2Z All-Wheel & Tire Cleaner to clean road grime and brake dust from your wheels. When wheels are perfectly dry, spray a coat of Keep Clean Wheel on your rims. It will haze and dry clear for maximum protection from unsightly brake dust. The product is safe for all wheels, including clear coats.
Keep Clean Wheel is available at leading auto parts retailers for $6.99. For more information, visit www.eagleone.com or call 1-800-432-4531.