Anybody who is feeling restricted by the 65 miles-per-hour speed limit throughout much of the country may want to head to the Lone Star State. Texas recently upped its maximum speed limit to 85 miles-per-hour, CBS affiliate KXII reports.

Although no street in the state has a limit above 80, the ceiling of 85 is the highest in the country. However, state officials have not ruled out the possibility of upping some sections of road to meet the limit pending an inspection performed by engineers.

"Increased speeds will lead to more accidents whenever you have heavy traffic volume," Texas Highway Patrol trooper Mark Tackett told the news source. "That's why the engineers are going to go out and they're going to survey the particular areas to see if it's safe to do so."

The measure saw widespread support in the state legislature, KXII reports. In fact, state representative Larry Phillips highlighted the fact that West Texas made similar changes and has not seen any negative effects.

Regardless of the speed one is driving, having a safe, reliable used car is a must. New Jersey Auto Auction offers plenty of makes and models at affordable prices.

The arrival of fall means a lot of things, but for a large portion of the population it is all about the return of football season. Of course, with college and pro football kicking off over the next few days, tailgating parties will be springing up all across the country.

While food and fanfare is certainly a must at any tailgating party, if your car is not up to snuff the whole thing could be put in jeopardy. To help all the tailgaters out there get the most out of their pre-game parties, Kelly Blue Book recently released its list of the top 10 cars for tailgating.

"Forget the beach parties and don't worry about the holidays just yet – it's time for cold drinks and hot dogs before a stadium-sized event," said Jack Nerad, executive editorial director and executive market analyst for Kelley Blue Book'. "And to throw a proper tailgating party, you need a proper tailgating car. We've ranked the top 10 new party-mobiles to assist anyone in planning their next parking-lot party."

The list was compiled by the editors of the company's website, kbb.com, and focused on a number factors including seating capacity, electronics and amenities such as built in coolers.

Starting off the list is the 2011 Ford Explorer. This SUV has been a standard on roads for years, and it is especially well-suited for the parking lot before the game. In addition to comfortably seating seven, it features folding rows and a fully-adjustable front passenger seat so it can accommodate any and all cargo as well.

A little further upon the list is the Jeep Grand Cherokee. Known for its spacious interior and smooth ride, this popular SUV also has something few others do – an excellent sound system. Specifically, the website says the Cherokee is outfitted with a 10 speaker, 506-watt system.

Though the Explorer and Cherokee are solid options, experts say it can't compare to the 2011 Dodge Ram. This powerful pickup offers plenty of space with its expansive bed, but its what lies beneath that really sets it apart. According to kbb.com, the truck has locking bedside bins that can hold and astonishing 240 12-ounce cans. It also has under-seat compartments for plenty of extra space.

Allstate recently released its list of which cities have the safest driver, and for the second year in a row Fort Collins, Colorado, topped the list. The average driver in Fort Collins will experience a collision once every 14 years, the study showed, which is significantly below the national average of every 10 years.

The seventh annual report, which analyzes the 200 biggest cities within the United States, was started as a way for the insurance company to boost awareness of the importance of safe driving.

"Safety is a critical component to creating a world-class city; we have our residents to thank as they are undoubtedly the reason Fort Collins is one of the best places to live, work, and play," the city's Mayor Karen Weitkunat said. "I'm honored to be a part of a community that is consistently recognized as one of the nation's best."

Allstate also offered a few tips to drivers looking to increase their safety while out on the road. Regular maintenance, including checking your breaks, tires, battery and hoses is crucial, as is minimizing distractions while behind the wheel. 

Scientists across the globe have been looking for alternative fuel sources for years, but a group of researchers at Tulane University may have stumbled across one source nobody considered – old newspapers.

The team of scientists believes that a bacteria found in old newsprint has the ability to turn organic material into butanol, which can be used as a gas-tank substitute, The Detroit News reports. The bacteria was first discovered in the New Orleans zoo, and the researchers say this finding could have a significant impact on alternative energy.

"In the United States alone, at least 323 million tons of cellulosic materials that could be used to produce butanol are thrown out each year," Harshad Velankar, a scientists working with the research team, told the news source.

While the findings are exciting, it is still a long way off until the fuel source is ever implemented. According to the publication, a patent is still pending on the strain and whether or not is is commercially viable will remain to be seen.

Drivers who want to find a fuel efficient car such as the Ford Fusion or Toyota Prius can check out New Jersey Auto Auction, which offers plenty of makes and models at affordable prices.

Russia-based auto manufacturer has made a name for itself as of late by turning heads, and the unveiling of its latest SUV certainly did just that. Autoblog reports that its newest car, the female-oriented Pombron Iron Diamond, is being marketed in a very unique way.

The first ad for the car features a a Playboy bunny, fresh off the pages of the September issue from Latvia, dancing around in front of the uniquely-designed car. The ad might seem to be appeal more to men than the supposed female target audience, but it certainly has made waves.

As for the car itself, Dartz explained Iron Diamond earlier this year. However, how it is specifically tailored to women remains to be seen.

"All we see the modern trends – more and more ladies like to drive big cars, and if so – of course they want to drive unique and exclusive," the company said, adding in poorly-translated English that the SUV only has three doors and is shorter than most models.

Motorists, be they male or female, looking to get behind the wheel of a used SUV should check out New Jersey Auto Auction, which offers plenty of makes and models at affordable prices. 

The Cadillac Escalade has become somewhat of a status symbol, so it comes as no surprise that car thieves target the luxury SUV more than any other car. The Associated Press reports that a new study by the Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI) shows the vehicle is six times more likely to be stolen than the average car.

The findings were based on insurance claims of stolen cars between 2008 and 2010 and also included cars that had components such as parts and stereos stolen as well. Specifically, 10.8 claims were filed for every 1,000 insured Escalades compared to an average of 1.7 per 1,000.

"It's so wildly popular as far as pop culture goes," Matt Moore, a vice president of HLDI told the AP. "Watching the TV you see professional athletes coming in and out of them and other celebrities too. It's a status symbol."

While the Escalade was the most popular among crooks, the Audi A6 four-wheel drive was the least sought-after. Additionally, two American-made cars, the Mercury Mariner and Chevroley Equinox were low on the list as well.