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One Finding: In Future Seamless Transaction More Important Than Vehicle Attributes Or Brand

One Finding: In Future Seamless Transaction More Important Than Vehicle Attributes Or Brand

Auto Industry Leaders Fully Expect a Major Shift in Retailing A large number of global auto industry executives expect to see most new-vehicle sales moving to online transactions by 2030, with a steep rise in factory-direct selling, according to an industry survey by KPMG International. Automotive News reports that a m ... Continue reading

EU Warns That Democrat's Proposed U.S. Electric-Vehicle Subsidies Will Inflame Trade Tensions

EU Warns That Democrat's Proposed U.S. Electric-Vehicle Subsidies Will Inflame Trade Tensions

The European Union warned U.S. congressional leaders and members of President Joe Biden’s administration that the aggressive use of electric-vehicle credits in the pending Build Back Better Act could run afoul of international trade rules and create “friction” in the transatlantic relationship. According to Bloom ... Continue reading

2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost Drive - Review by Larry Nutson

2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost Drive - Review by Larry Nutson

The opportunity to experience driving a Rolls-Royce is indeed rare. Just about ten years ago I drove the new, back then, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost. ... Continue reading

2022 Hyundai Tucson Goes Rugged XRT

2022 Hyundai Tucson Goes Rugged XRT

Hyundai has announced the addition of a rugged 2022 Tucson XRT trim with a bold, new look for enthusiasts. ... Continue reading

Toyota Covers Another Choice - To Build Battery Plant In North Carolina USA

Toyota Covers Another Choice - To Build Battery Plant In North Carolina USA

Plano Texas December 6, 2021; Reuters's David Shepardson reported that Toyota Motor Corp is announcing Monday it will build batteries at a new $1.29 billion plant in North Carolina as it moves to expand its electric vehicle efforts.The largest Japanese automaker is announcing it will locate the plant at a site in Liber ... Continue reading

2022 Honda Passport TrailSport Close Up Look

2022 Honda Passport TrailSport Close Up Look

December 6, 2021 — TORRANCE, Calif. New rugged styling matches Passport's true off-road capabilities New Passport TrailSport amps up emotion and adventure, further advancing new rugged design direction As new halo for Honda light trucks, TrailSport further highlights the off-road capability, versatility and durabilit ... Continue reading

Volvo Trucks Fuel Cell Power Replaces BEV - One Minute To Make You An Expert

Volvo Trucks Fuel Cell Power Replaces BEV - One Minute To Make You An Expert

Electrification of commercial vehicles plays an important role on the journey towards a carbon neutral society. Using hydrogen fuel cells to power the electric driveline will be a good option for heavy transport and demanding long-haul applications. ... Continue reading

NHTSA RECALLS - Official Weekly Summary December 6, 2021

NHTSA RECALLS - Official Weekly Summary December 6, 2021

Your vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall and MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If left unrepaired, a potential safety defect could lead to injury or even death. ... Continue reading

2021 Volkswagen ID.4 First Drive - Review by Larry Nutson

2021 Volkswagen ID.4 First Drive - Review by Larry Nutson

Volkswagen’s new ID.4 went on sale in the U.S. in the first quarter of 2021. We’re now half-way through the year and total ID.4 sales tally at 5,756 units. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap-up November 28 - December 4, 2021;

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap-up November 28 - December 4, 2021;

The past week's important, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy-to-digest news nuggets.</i></p>. ... Continue reading

U.S. Trade Rep 'committed' to "favoring" US Car Makers for the transition to EV manufacturing

U.S. Trade Rep 'committed' to "favoring" US Car Makers for the transition to EV manufacturing

Foreign automakers and governments are opposed to U.S. union-made EV tax credits Washington DC Dec 4th 2021; Reuters reported that The U.S. Trade Representative's office said on Friday it was committed to legislation strengthening the domestic electric vehicle industry despite objections from Mexico and Canada over a p ... Continue reading

ChargePoint Appoints Elaine L. Chao to its Board of Directors

ChargePoint Appoints Elaine L. Chao to its Board of Directors

today announced the appointment of Elaine L. Chao to its board of directors. Secretary Chao has had a career as a national and global leader in the public, private and nonprofit sectors. ... Continue reading

Genesis News: 2021 Genesis GV80 AWD Review by Mark Fulmer

Genesis News: 2021 Genesis GV80 AWD Review by Mark Fulmer

The first sport-utility vehicle from Genesis continues the already proven strong points of distinctive styling, comfort, and many more bells and whistles than its competitors for the same sticker price. ... Continue reading