2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6 - Review by Larry Nutson
Apr 16, 2024
Hyundai pulled the wraps off the second model in its IONIQ dedicated all-electric-vehicle lineup brand in June 2022. The Ioniq 6 5-passenger 4-door midsize sedan follows in the path of the Ioniq 5 small crossover utility vehicle. ... Continue reading
As heavy EVs proliferate, their weight may be a drag on safety
Apr 13, 2024
How safe are electric vehicles? It’s a question that keeps coming up in different ways in my role overseeing our vehicle crashworthiness evaluations. When we first started testing electric vehicles in 2011, the question referred to fire risk. ... Continue reading
2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale “La Metamorfosi” - Review by Larry Nutson
Apr 11, 2024
2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale “La Metamorfosi” By Larry Nutson Chicago Bureau Chief The Auto Channel (DSC_0002) Alfa Romeo’s new Tonale model made its world premier “digitally” back in February 2022. I had my first in-person look at the Tonale in a live presentation made to members of the Midwest Automotive Media As ... Continue reading
NHTSA Weekly Recall Summary April 8, 2024
Apr 8, 2024
The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading
Apr 8, 2024
Replacing the internal combustion engine with electric motors will have disastrous consequences for millions of workers, the world economy, and investors. No internal combustion powered vehicles means long waits to charge up, loss of mobility freedom, and the auto industry in the US. ... Continue reading
Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Wrap-up March 31-April 6, 2024
Apr 7, 2024
Here are Larry's story picks from this past week's important to you, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy-to-understand automotive news nuggets. ... Continue reading
Apr 6, 2024
So the problem is what will become of the billions of dollars of charging points being planned and installed without BEV's to charge. What will happen to the Billions of dollars of Wall Street Crap Shoots, what will happen to the cleaning of our air by reducing vehicle emissions bull shit...as The Auto Channel editor's ... Continue reading
Toyota March and 1Q 2024 Sales
Apr 3, 2024
Toyota Motor North America Reports March, First Quarter 2024 U.S. Sales April 02, 2024 Read More Share on Twitter Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin Send email Copy Link First quarter sales of electrified vehicles surges 74 percent on a volume basis; represents 36.6 percent of total sales volume 27 electrified Toyota ... Continue reading
Apr 2, 2024
Plug-in flex-fuel hybrid vehicles running on E85 fuel with up to 85% renewable ethanol are just as climate-friendly as electric vehicles, according to a new study. Research carried out by the French research consultancy IFPEN measured and compared the greenhouse-gas emissions of vehicles powered solely by petrol, plug- ... Continue reading
NHTSA Weekly Recall Summary April 1, 2024
Apr 1, 2024
Official NHTSA Recall summary ... Continue reading
Apr 1, 2024
Building on the all-new redesign of the iconic crossover vehicle last year, Lexus adds the much-anticipated plug-in hybrid to the electrified lineup. ... Continue reading
Vital Tips for a Successful Used Car Purchase
Mar 31, 2024
Thinking of buying a used car? It can be a wise and economical decision, but it's essential to proceed with caution to find a trustworthy and suitable vehicle. As someone passionate about cars, we want to help you make an informed choice. ... Continue reading
EV Motoring Fairy-Tale Reality - Be Worried Be Very Worried
Mar 31, 2024
“We’re Going to Need A Lot of Lithium. . .” (Cue the Jaws theme)Here’s a quote that plenty of product planners who are penciling the future of electric vehicles:“It’s almost impossible, and definitely a race against time The big money that needs to be spent takes time to get approval for and to deploy.”Th ... Continue reading
Mar 29, 2024
After years of untruthful Oil Industry anti-ethanol propaganda almost everyone ... Continue reading
Will Rising Gas Prices Make Green Energy The Affordable Option?
Mar 28, 2024
Over the past few months, gas prices have been skyrocketing. Due to sanctions on Russia, gas is at a premium, even though the US only gets a small proportion of its gas from Russia. ... Continue reading
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