Happy New Year, dear readers. While many in the States will not get back into full gear due to the day of public mourning for former President Gerald Ford until Wednesday, the welcome back is extended, nevertheless, to all - as and when.

We have reached a new day and it is time to encourage a new approach to your time spent with 4DriversOnly. As loyal readers of Automobiles de Luxe will note, active participation is strongly encouraged and happily greeted.

That's the beauty of the blogosphere; as news and commentary happens this is your forum to respond and have your say. So while those who vote on these posts are saluted for their involvement - it's time to take the next step and put forward your own thoughts with your own words in response to what is posted herein.

It's a new day, ladies and gentlemen. Let's make the most of it.