This book points out how divorcing your car can really increase your quality of life. The addiction we have to motor vehicles is not necessary. Section 1 is a fascinating history of how the car, at first i thought that this book would be a howto guide, full of tips and tricks for going carfree. Divorce 17 ways to really piss your spouse off during your divorce. How to split these 7 assets during a divorce the motley fool. Ending the love affair with the automobile paperback june 1, 2000 by katie alvord author. At its most basic level, a car divorce requires merely a change in attitude. My car trip minijournal dover little activity books by zourelias, diana and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. In the book alvord proposes that automobiles have become more troublesome than helpful, as she argues that automobiles contribute to issues like noise and air pollution as well as traffic congestion and urban sprawl. Divorcing your car can take many forms, from simply using cars less to not owning one at all. If spouses agree, they do not have to sell their vehicles and divide the proceeds. It is full of inspiring examples and realistic actions we can take now as individuals and as communities to reduce our autodependence.
Generally items acquired during marriage are marital property and are divided in the divorce. For some, this may mean planning errands to maximize the most efficient use of the car. You must update your vehicle log book v5c if you change your address or name. This list may not reflect recent changes learn more. If a car was a gift to you it is your separate property, however there may be a question as to whether you converted it to marital property since the title was in his name. Upon divorce, each spouse is entitled to fifty percent of the value of the vehicle. Change your address or name on your vehicle log book v5c. Ending the love affair with the automobile was released in 2000 by new society publishers. Sell the car and divide the proceeds, or have one person keep the car but pay. More than a few pioneers may try total carfree living. Check you can get a divorce, agree or disagree with a divorce petition, what to do if your husband or wife lacks mental capacity get a divorce gov. Determining the value of your car in a divorce outof.
Pages in category 2000 nonfiction books the following 200 pages are in this category, out of approximately 251 total. Another classic among divorce books, this book helps people weather the crazy time of divorce and move forward toward building a new life. Now in its third edition, this book provides a common sense way to approach and navigate divorce. It was first published on june 1, 2000 through new society publishers. By not getting stuck in traffic jams to feeling better after a brisk walk or bike ride.