Redskins Rides 2009

I'm now driving Lavar Arrington's old Maserati. I know, it's kind of like vehicular sloppy seconds, but for a holdover car it'll do for the next couple months. Somewhere in the middle of the 2006 season I started working with Eastern Motors, thus getting awesome cars to drive around for free - and by working I really mean driving their car and pretty much doing nothing else. For the eighteen months I have driven a variety of cars ranging from a CL550 to a long bed Duramax 2500 and over that time I have developed a new respect for how cool cars can be.Per a conversation a couple months ago with Robert (the owner) we came to the conclusion that I needed a better or actually classier car to drive for the new season. Actually, Robert's exact words were "You've got redneck pretty much covered, lets get you something bad ass." He then continued to say "Nothing is out of you league, tell me what you want." I had to hand it to him, the redneck statement was pretty true. My garage currently houses a jacked up 2500 truck, a Hummer, an XLR Cadillac for the wife (really not redneck), and a 1967 Camaro. However, saying that nothing was out of my league was something that really intrigued me.

As soon as I arrived at my house I went crazy on the computer search for new cars. After over an hour I had come up with a faultless answer. Austin Martin is making a new four door model called the Rapide. If there were ever an amazing car this is it, but to my dismay it is a concept car and will not come out for at least a year, if ever. I then moved down the line to the Quattroporte. Masarati makes one hell of a four door car and before I knew it I was sitting in the passenger seat barreling through Ashburn at 130 holding on for dear life. A five minute test drive of this car was more than enough to convince me that the Quattroporte was by far the coolest car I've ever sat in.

I was nearly ready to put the order in for the Mas until I came across a Panamera Porsche packet. This new four door Porsche is absolutely beautiful. At this point, I was more perplexed than ever about what I should do. I spent a couple days thinking and while I loved the Maserati, I went out on a limb (way out - lol) and decided to go with a car almost no one will have. The only bummer about this choice will be waiting until October for the release of the car.

About a week later I got a call from my brother Tanner. He tells me there is a black Mas sitting at the Eastern motors dealership in Leesburg and he doesn't want to get my hopes up, but what possible reason could that car be there for? Less than an hour later I'm surprised with another call, this one from Robert telling me that he decided I could test out the Maserati for the next couple months while I wait for the Porsche. I laughed as he continued to tell me he was sorry Lavar's rims were still on the car and would get them changed. I told him no big deal, I don't know shit about car rims, but the Giavanna rims would suffice. He then had to explain "Brothers don't like to drive other brother's cars." And I'm wondering what the big deal is before he continues to explain "you don't wanna get shot for somewhere you've never been." Right now it couldn't get any better as far as automobiles go, as long as Lavar just chilled out. Robert's right, I don't really want to get shot.

Finally, I am completely aware how vain this post is. All I can say is that it's real life right now and it's F'ing awesome. I'll live it while I can. Also, thank you Eastern Motors - this has been so much fun for me, I can't thank you enough. You can see my new ride at Redskins Rides presented by Easterns on August 23 at Redskins park.

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Redskins Rides

We are preparing for the second annual Redskins Rides Car Show. This event not only features classic and exotic cars- Redskins players bring out their rides so that fans and car enthusiasts alike can come together for a fun family event that benefits charity!

Last year, over 3,000 people attended Redskins Rides at Redskins Park in Ashburn, Virginia. This year, the turnout is expected to be even higher. Competition categories include Best Classic and Best Custom for all exhibitors, and Top Redskins Ride for the players.

Fans can get their Redskins gear autographed by the players while enjoying food and live music. Event sponsors will set up booths to showcase their products and services. Check out the 2008 Redskins Rides video below to get a feeling of what to expect this year!

Last year some of the Redskins that attended included: Antwaan Randle El, Chris Cooley, Mike Sellers, Fred Smoot, Cornelius Griffin, Chris Samuels, Devan Thomas, Malcolm Kelly, and Kedric Goldston. Jason Campbell, Colt Brennan, Larry Michael, The Hogettes, Chief Zee, and some of the Washington Redskins Cheerleaders also made appearances.

If you are interested in participating in Redskins Rides this August please send us a reply on one of the tabs above. If you are a restaurant or business, check out the Sponsors tab. If you want to enter your car into the competition, check out the Enter Your Car tab.

Redskins Rides ‘08 was a huge success, we can’t wait to see how this year turns out!!!

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Show Location— 21300 Redskins Park Dr., Ashburn, VA 20147

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Just one of Those Days Fan Response

Since writing about my experience of locking myself out of my car I have received wonderful slew of responses from readers with similar stories. Here is what they have shared.

"One of my friends locked his keys in his BMW, broke the back passenger window to get in and find out the keys were in his house the whole time."

"i used to lock the keys in my car so much that I "fixed" one of the windows so I could get in any time I wanted."

"it was 30 degrees outside. got in the car and started it, got out to scrape ice off the windshield, went to get back in the car....eh doors locked with car running....just great."

"Locked my keys in my truck while it was running....had to wait in the parking lot for 3hrs while someone brought my spare set.......Oh did I mention it was about 40 degrees and had no jacket?? good times

"Locked keys in the truck at 10pm while it was still running when we were about to get on the road to go out of town... had to wait 2 hours for a locksmith!!! Thank God I hadn't put the dogs in the truck yet!!!! LOL"

"Not only did I lock my keys in my car..I locked my precious niece in there too! And wouldn't ya know I did the same thing when I had my bouncing baby girl two years later! Thank God for PGPD..they don't just bust a cap in people..they rescue kids! :)"

"I locked my keys in my car at a gas station by one of my buddies work in high school. I had gone to visit him but told my parents i was going to be somewhere else. I had to borrow his truck to go to my parents house and get my spare key. needless to say i got caught in my lie and in trouble"

"my story is kinda boring, but this always happened in the mornings during the winter. when someone would go outside to heat their car up and then press the lock key out of routine, get out and shut the doors. thankfully after the first time it happened, my parents got spare keys for the cars so after that it didn't matter. but it happened every winter. always."

"locked my keys in my car while it was running during an ice storm underneath a power line that was going to fall at any minute. had to break in through my truck and rip through the back seat of my car to get in."

At least I am not alone...and, after reading these, I must say that all cars should have a keypad on the driver's side door. Read more...

One of Those Days

Have you ever had one of those days where everything seems to go wrong? Yesterday, it happened to me. I woke up bright and early thinking it would be nice to start the day with a little work out. But after looking at my clock I realized that I had slept about 45 minutes longer than I had planned. After rushing to get dressed, I hurried and made breakfast and headed over to pick up some dry cleaning. Since it was 7 am and I was in a hurry, I neglected to turn off the engine. After paying I was out the door. I had a big day ahead of me. But when I got to the door, it was locked!"Great." I thought. "Now I have to go back into the dry cleaners and tell the lady working that I am mentally handicapped." When I did however, the woman working didn't seem concerned at all. She immediately ran to the back of the store and when she returned she had a tool box and hanger in hand. Before I knew it she was out the door and standing by my car with her tools. What is this freaking Lady MacGyver?

"I really appreciate it, but isn't there a shopping center security guard or something?" I asked.

"No, we can get in. I have done it before."

Within seconds she had a rag and a flat head screw driver and she began to pry back the door. Before I knew it the hanger was inches away from automatic lock. Then, "Click" we were in. I cordially thanked her and left. As I was driving away I wondered how the hell the lady knew exactly how to break into cars. What does she do when she leaves that cleaners?? Then I said aloud, "Who gives a crap, at least I'm headed home." Read more...

Alex Ovechkin: In Animation

The Washington Capitals are preparing to take on the Penguins in game 7 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. If they win it they will be on track to have a story book season with Alex Ovechkin playing the role of the main character. So how many characters can the Great 8 play? We've seen him on the jumbotron at the games as the "Russian Machine" we've seen him try his hand at football, but now, Alex comes to life in animation as Eastern Motor's most recent spoke's person.
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Rally for the Cure = Success

I have never planned, or helped plan, an event like the one we hosted last night. The reason we did this was really my mom's idea. She recently went to a similar event in Winchester and loved it enough to want to do the same thing. We got to talking about the details and soon enough it went from a small get together to what we had last night. Which was amazing.

Earlier in the day yesterday Chris went around Redskins park inviting the players. I think if you were there last night it was easy to see the respect these guys have for each other. They were all willing to chip in to make a very interesting and entertaining evening. Thanks so much for all your help to those who came.

Besides the big hearts of the Redskins in attendance, the amount of items people donated to make the auction possible was incredible. There were dinners, gift baskets, a weekend get away, UWC tickets, and autographed memorabilia galore. And people knew why we were doing it. I remember selling a pink Redskins mini helmet for $500! Unreal!

All of this was great but it couldn't have been possible without having a location. The Original Steakhouse couldn't have been nicer. I know it was for charity but free beer, wine, and food for 3 hours from the Steakhouse! That definitely set the perfect atmosphere for the night.

Last I just want to say thanks to all of you who helped at the event. It wouldn't have been the success it was without your help. Charlie Cook and his staff, Robert Bassam and everyone from Easter Motors, Big O, students, friends, and those of you who bought tickets. I know I had a blast and hope everyone else did to. We are definitely going to try and do this again next year!




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New Ovi Commercial

The out takes from this Eastern Motors commercial have been a huge hit. But now its time for the real deal. Check out Ovechkin in the newest commercial. Will he make the team? Watch and find out.



Also, make sure to check out Easterns Hyundai of Leesburg. Read more...