Types Of Mini Vans

Charles County Sheriff's Reports

LA PLATA, Md. (August 11, 2011)—The Charles County Sheriff's Office today released the following incident and arrest reports.

WHEEL THEFTS: In response to two recent thefts and an attempt theft of expensive car wheels and rims, the sheriff's office is reminding residents to take precautions and report suspicious activity immediately. These types of thefts are not new, have no boundaries and have occurred across the metropolitan area including Maryland, D.C. and Virginia. The most recent thefts occurred this week in Waldorf in the 3200 block of Westdale Court and the 2100 block of Briarwood Drive. There was an attempt theft in the 3400 block of Promenade Place.

Investigators say the suspects are quick and usually strike during the overnight hours. In most cases, they drive through residential areas - possibly in stolen minivans or trucks - spot a vehicle with the wheels they want, and then steal the rims and wheels, leaving the vehicle on bricks, cinder blocks, milk crates or landscaping stones.

While the sheriff's office continues to pursue leads - and in some cases, make arrests - residents are asked to focus on prevention:

-- Park vehicles as close to your house as possible, utilizing a garage or carport if available.
-- Keep outdoor lights on.
-- Consider an alarm or locking lug nuts.
-- Listen for dogs barking or other unusual noises during early morning hours and report suspicious activity immediately.
-- Be on the lookout for vehicles driving slowly through your neighborhood. In some cases the suspects have used stolen mini vans to transport the wheels.
-- Mark rims and other valuables with a personal code or ID to help officers positively identify recovered stolen property.

ATTEMPTED MURDER, FIRST-DEGREE ASSAULT: On Aug. 11 at 1:24 a.m., an 18-year-old male flagged down a police officer and reported a male had just shot at him. The victim said he was at the Bannister Recreation Center in the 1200 block of Bannister Circle in Waldorf picking up a friend when he was confronted by the suspect who was in the area waiting for him. The suspect threatened the victim with a handgun and fired a shot as the victim fled. The round went through the car window and lodged into the driver's seat headrest. The victim, who was not injured, lost control of his car and crashed into a fence. Officers responded and quickly located the suspect at his residence. They also recovered a loaded 9mm handgun.

Top 3 Minivans of 2011 with Reviews and Information | AnswerBlip.com

Several years ago buying a minivan was considered the gateway into boring suburban life, but now hip new models and high-tech features make minivans cool once again. However, with so many fun options out there it’s hard to decide which minivans will offer long-term satisfaction and which models are just a passing trend.

Edmund’s recently voted the 2011 Nissan Quest Top Rated Minivan of the year, but what’s the real story behind this year’s best minivans? We took a look at pricing, specifications and owner reviews for some of the best minivans on the market and complied our list of the Top Three Minivans of 2011.

1. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country

While it may not be the sleekest model on the market, Chrysler’s 2011 edition of the Town & Country won us over with its spacious interior and high safety ratings. The Town & Country is one of the largest models in the market, with 143.8 cubic feet of space. It’s reliable design remains true to previous models but incorporates a few really cool upgrades.

Updates to the minivan’s suspension make for a smooth ride, and advances to the model’s power steering make the vehicle easy to handle. Families can feel good about the high-safety ratings, including a four-star rollover rating from the Federal Government and high safety ratings for front and side impacts. Chrysler also caters to families on-the-go offering the ability to incorporate Bluetooth technology and enable Wi-fi Hotspot technology.

Other features:

Automatic transmission Side and front airbags 3.6 L V6 engine Option to incorporate Bluetooth technology Traction control

Model Options: Touring, Touring-L

2. 2011 Nissan Quest

In the past Nissan received little recognition for their minivans, however their latest model puts the automaker at the forefront of the minivan market. Named the most luxurious minivan on the market by Consumer Reports , the newest model of the Nissan Quest balances function and fun, offering a V6 Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), a three-zone air filtration system and sleek leather upholstery.

The 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels and chrome details on the spoilers and door-handles give the minivan a cool, sophisticated look. The Nissan quest also offers entertainment controls on the steering wheel and power controls for the folding third-row seats and sliding doors, giving the minivan a futuristic feel.

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