2017 Mazda Miata MX-5 RF - Fun Car Review By Larry Nutson

I began calling it the “transformer.” The MX-5 RF transformed from closed coupe to open-air convertible in just a few heartbeats. Actually more than a few, but it was just 13 seconds worth. ... Continue reading

2018 Honda Ridgeline: Love Talk and Specs

For the new model year, Ridgeline's trims have been streamlined from 12 to nine, including all-wheel drive and two-wheel drive variants, to better suit the needs of midsize truck buyers and providing a more compelling value. The 2018 model comes with two additional exterior color choices for the Sport trim, with White ... Continue reading

NHTSA RECALL RECAP: July 24, 2017; Ford Trucks; Honda; Acura; Ford Fusion, Edge; Lincoln MKZ; Dodge Challenger; Jeep; Nissan Versa; Toyota Tacoma, 4Runner

NHTSA RECALL RECAP: July 24, 2017; Ford Trucks; Honda; Acura; Ford Fusion, Edge; Lincoln MKZ; Dodge Challenger; Jeep; Nissan Versa; Toyota Tacoma, 4Runner ... Continue reading

Open Letter Reply to Fool's Gold Criticism of Ethanol

I had the opportunity to read your anti-ethanol article that was published yesterday titled "U.S. SMASHES RECORD: Highest Production Of Lowest Quality Fuel In The World." It really made me laugh, for two reasons.... no, make that three reasons. ... Continue reading

Filling up with Premium Fuel Electrons, PG&E and the Next Generation of Energy and Vehicles - Chevrolet Bolt Review by Jon Rosner

The first electric car fleets poured onto the streets of London in 1897 and because of their ease of use they grew in popularity with just under 34,000 vehicles registered for street use in 1912. But with the improvement in roads, the discovery of vast amounts of oil and hydrocarbon fuels - combined with American wande ... Continue reading

2018 KIA NIRO Review By Steve Purdy

The new 2018 Kia Niro has much to admire and should be on your shopping list. 2018 KIA NIRO The Newest Little Hybrid Review by Steve Purdy The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau Looking for a really small, efficient crossover? Well, here’s a brand new one just out of the box – the 2017 Kia Niro, a hybrid subcompact, fron ... Continue reading

Why G-Vectoring In The Mazda CX-5 Is So Cool - Review by Jon Rosner

Every year the Members of Western Automotive Journalists make the pilgrimage down to Monterey to drive over designated backroads and at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. The idea, and the ideal, is that we drive back-to-back-to-back in competitive vehicles to get a real world sense of the subtle and less than subtle differenc ... Continue reading