January 2009

My First Car

Like a first kiss, our first car is an indelible — and usually fond — memory.

Body Image

The evolution of a concept car is akin to creating a piece of sculpture, and the aesthetic ideals of purity, line, shape, and texture are evident in these four vehicles.

By Gary Witzenburg

Motor City Rumblers

You might say their favorite gear is reverse.

Photographs by Joshua Kristal

The Road Ahead

There’s no question that it’s difficult to strike a positive note these days.

Paul A. Eisenstein

The Long Haul

Silverado owners go the distance driving toward (or past) the 200,000 mark.

By Rebecca Powers

Sirens of Chrome

The annual automotive unveiling showcases the evolution of more than glass and steel.

By Ana Dragovic

Very Cool Ice

Any way you cut it, Ahee’s diamond necklace is brilliant.

By Ana Dragovic

On the Losing End

As a nation, we’re pound-foolish when challenged with dropping weight.

By Nancy Nall Derringer

She’s a Good Sport

Michigan native keeps active as Nike Field Reporter.

By Taryn Bickley

Down Memory Lane

The achievements of the Scripps and Booth families are well noted in Detroit history.

By George Bulanda

The Flip Side

Berry Gordy’s mega-stars outshone many other talented artists at Motown, but we turn the spotlight on these neglected musicians as the label marks its golden anniversary.

By Richard Bak

Mix It Up

Pairing high-end items with bargains lets you cut a dashing figure at black-tie events.

Styling by Chuck Bennett and Aleene Jinn Hang

High Resolution

Investing in colorful, cutting-edge, and practical gear can add some punch to well-intended New Year’s vows.

Photographs by Scott Breithaupt

Sweet Solace

Krystyna’s European Spa’s new location continues its commitment to creating a tranquil and relaxing experience.

Arts & Entertainment

January 2009

We’ve Got Mail... January 2009

Praise us or pan us, but just put it down in words. Bravos or boos, we want to hear from you.

Carrying Our Weight

While our hometown auto czars were eating humble pie on Capitol Hill, a national publication was dissing Detroit on another front.

By Rebecca Powers

Baker Electrics

Despite the excitement surrounding the arrival of GM’s Volt in 2010, the electric car is nothing new.

By George Bulanda

Contributors: January 2009

Mark Coir, Kathy Moore, Richard Bak, Gary Witzenburg