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2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Nightshade Hybrid -Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Nightshade Hybrid -Review by David Colman +VIDEO

This model is based on a modified TNGA-K platform, and tariff watchers will be interested to learn it's assembled at Toyota's new manufacturing facility in Princeton, Indiana. ... Continue reading

Official NHTSA Detailed Recalls Summary September 1-8, 2025 - Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler, BMW, VinFast

Official NHTSA Detailed Recalls Summary September 1-8, 2025 - Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler, BMW, VinFast

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

2025 Lexus LX 700h Ultra Luxury Grade - Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2025 Lexus LX 700h Ultra Luxury Grade - Review by David Colman +VIDEO

A one-in-a-thousand vehicle, with a price tag to match ... Continue reading

Transitioning to a Thriving Career in Automotive Technology

Transitioning to a Thriving Career in Automotive Technology

As the automotive industry evolves, new opportunities emerge for those with the right skills. Transitioning into automotive technology can be a rewarding journey. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrapup August 31-September 6, 2025

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrapup August 31-September 6, 2025

Every Sunday for the past 30 years, Larry Nutson, The Chicago Car Guy and TACH Executive Producer, compiled his take on this past week's automotive news, condensed into easy-to-digest news Nuggets. ... Continue reading

Toyota Trailhunter Offers Features For Tacoma and 4Runner Overlanding

Toyota Trailhunter Offers Features For Tacoma and 4Runner Overlanding

The Toyota 4Runner and Toyota Tacoma are stalwarts in the company’s long legacy of overlanding vehicles. Now, they are driving innovation even further as they embark on a new frontier: the Trailhunter Grade. ... Continue reading

Ethanol-Gasoline Blends Are Perfect for All BMW Cars...

Ethanol-Gasoline Blends Are Perfect for All BMW Cars...

as well as all the internal combustion vehicles made by Ford, Chevrolet, Dodge, Chrysler, Honda, Toyota, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Ferrari, Audi, Nissan, Cadillac, Rolls-Royce, Land Rover, Range Rover, Fiat, Seat, Volvo, Lincoln, Aston Martin, Alfa Romeo, Hyundai, Infiniti, Jaguar, Lamborghini, Maserati, etc., etc. ... Continue reading

Full Truckload Pricing, Demystified: A Hands-On Cost Guide

Full Truckload Pricing, Demystified: A Hands-On Cost Guide

Getting an FTL quote shouldn’t feel like rolling dice. You’re buying a whole trailer and a driver’s clock, so a small miss in the math can erase your margin. ... Continue reading

Smart Starts: What Is a Good First Car for a New Driver?

Smart Starts: What Is a Good First Car for a New Driver?

Discover the best first cars for new drivers. Explore top choices that balance safety, affordability, and reliability. Read more to find your perfect match! ... Continue reading

2025 Midwest Luxe Cruiser Review: Luxury Travel Redefined

2025 Midwest Luxe Cruiser Review: Luxury Travel Redefined

When it comes to luxury travel vans, few models live up to the hype like the 2025 Midwest Automotive Designs Luxe Cruiser. Built on the trusted Mercedes Sprinter chassis, the Luxe Cruiser is a masterclass in premium design, cutting-edge technology, and first-class comfort — setting a new benchmark for what a luxury v ... Continue reading

Don't Kill Kids: ATV's Are Kid Killers - Is A Few Minutes Of Fun Worth Dying For And Depressing Your Friends and Family Forever?

Don't Kill Kids: ATV's Are Kid Killers - Is A Few Minutes Of Fun Worth Dying For And Depressing Your Friends and Family Forever?

Editors Note: My 12 year old grandson was killed when an ATV rolled over and crushed his body. As a grandparent I am always cognoscente of just how fragile life is. ... Continue reading

2026 Honda Prelude Revealed

2026 Honda Prelude Revealed

Powerful and efficient two-motor hybrid powertrain paired with Civic Type R chassis components for the first time Prelude engineered to deliver a 'Grand Touring' experience with precise steering, responsive handling and fun-to-drive feel Prelude debuts ... Continue reading

FOURTH ANNUAL "CHICAGO DRIVES ELECTRIC" RETURNS WITH EXPANDED LOCATION AND NEW TEST DRIVE LINEUP

FOURTH ANNUAL "CHICAGO DRIVES ELECTRIC" RETURNS WITH EXPANDED LOCATION AND NEW TEST DRIVE LINEUP

Chicago Auto Show and Chicago Drives Electric, announced the dates and new location for the fourth annual Chicago Drives Electric event. ... Continue reading