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USA TODAY: The bottom line is that the old rules were built for an economy and a society in which retirement was seen as a release from bondage--the liberating act from a lifetime of work. They were built for time when most work was manual and labor intensive, when brains were less valuable than brawn. ... Continue reading
Toyota Crown Returns to the US As Hybrid Sedan-UV, AWD 340HP, Bold Style +VIDEO
With a striking debut, Toyota is reimagining the full-size sedan with the all-new 2023 Toyota Crown. Built to deliver an intuitive driving experience, this new premium sedan brings powerful acceleration and confident handling, along with supreme comfort for a sophisticated ride, all wrapped in a bold new design. ... Continue reading
COMING UP - Ethanol: The Forgotten Alternative Fuel on Conversations That Matter TV + VIDEO
Canada's top news/interview show, CONVERSATIONS THAT MATTER, invited The Auto Channel's Marc Rauch to return to the program to discuss the latest news and issues facing the ubiquitous adoption of ethanol fuel. The show is hosted by well-known Canadian TV veteran journalist Stuart McNish. ... Continue reading
Munich/Asheville. Sunshine, rising temperatures, fresh green scenery: Right on time for summer, MINI is presenting the all-electric MINI Cooper SE as a convertible for the first time. ... Continue reading
2021 VW ID.4 AWD Pro S Review by Mark Fulmer
It is always a good idea in engineering design to plan ahead and create expansion capability. In the case of the standard ID 4 with its single motor on the rear axle putting out 201 horsepower and 229 pound-feet of torque, the plan from the beginning was to add a second motor in in the front and add another 107 hp and ... Continue reading
In response to recent media reports, BMW of North America would like to clarify how BMW’s Functions on Demand strategy will be implemented in the U.S. market. Woodcliff Lake, NJ – July 14, 2022… As premium vehicle purchasers, BMW customers in the USA demand a high level of equipment in their vehicles. ... Continue reading
Hyundai IONIQ 6 Electrified Streamliner Debuts with Extended Range and Innovative Personal Space
Hyundai Motor Company launched the eagerly awaited IONIQ 6 Electrified Streamliner with a digital world premiere film. As the new model in the brand's IONIQ all-electric lineup brand, the electrified streamliner's array of advanced technologies, personalized space and features and extended range redefine the boundaries ... Continue reading
SUBARU ANNOUNCES PRICING ON REFRESHED 2023 OUTBACK AND LEGACY MODELS
Subaru of America, Inc. today announced pricing on the updated 2023 Outback SUV and Legacy sedan. Both models receive updated styling as well as new safety and in-vehicle technologies. ... Continue reading
A Guide to Driving in California for the First Time
Whether you are visiting a friend in Oakland or attending a conference in San Francisco, you will need to be prepared for a road trip to the Golden State. While driving in California is no different from driving in any other state, you need to consider unique traffic rules and ordinances. ... Continue reading
Being a mechanic I always get asked, “What’s the key to keeping a car and making it last”. Its simple, treat your car as you would treat yourself. ... Continue reading
PIRELLI EQUIPS THE ASTON MARTIN DBX707
High performance, control and comfort are the main characteristics that bind the new Aston Martin DBX707 - the most powerful luxury SUV in the world, as well as the most powerful version of the British manufacturer's SUV - to the Pirelli P ZERO tires. Specially developed for this car, these tires highlight Pirelli's fo ... Continue reading
Walmart Saves Canoo's Ass: To Buy 10,000 Electric Delivery Vans From Made In USA Start-up
Walmart has signed a definitive agreement with Canoo , a high-tech advanced mobility company, to purchase 4,500 all-electric delivery vehicles, beginning with the Lifestyle Delivery Vehicle (LDV), with the option to purchase up to 10,000 units. The vehicles will be used to deliver online orders in a sustainable way whi ... Continue reading
July 12, 2022 — TORRANCE Hybrid models are new flagship of the CR-V model line, featuring a more advanced and powerful two-motor hybrid-electric powertrain CR-V hybrid models are a key step in Honda’s electrification strategy; will represent about 50 percent of CR-V sal ... Continue reading
The Camo Finally Comes Off: All-New Honda Civic Type R to be Revealed on July 20 +VIDEO
The most powerful Honda-branded production vehicle ever offered in the U.S. – the all-new 2023 Honda Civic Type R will make its world premiere on July 20 at 7:00 p.m. PT. ... Continue reading