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2021 VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 1st EDITION - Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2021 VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 1st EDITION - Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Volkswagen has been a little late taking a seat at the e-car banquet table. Environmentally speaking, they got off on the wrong foot by selling millions of so-called "clean" diesels cleverly designed to cheat smog testing equipment. ... Continue reading

Volkswagen Beetle Successors That Never Made It +VIDEO

Volkswagen Beetle Successors That Never Made It +VIDEO

The VW Beetle has symbolized many different things to many different people, from a classic example of German ingenuity to the calling card for a counterculture movement to a reminder that the simplest of things can sometimes be the best. ... Continue reading

2022 Acura RDX Pricing & Availability

2022 Acura RDX Pricing & Availability

October 15, 2021 — TORRANCE, CALIF. Featuring refined styling, a dramatically quieter cabin, more standard technology and a retuned suspension, the 2022 Acura RDX is the most dynamic, comfortable and refined 5-passenger SUV in Acura history. ... Continue reading

Is China Running Out Of Human Drivers? Pony.ai to Start Driverless Tests on Public Roads in Beijing

Is China Running Out Of Human Drivers? Pony.ai to Start Driverless Tests on Public Roads in Beijing

Valley-based leading autonomous driving company Pony.ai, today announced that it has been authorized to conduct driverless tests on public roads in China’s capital city, Beijing. The company is one of the two autonomous software companies to receive this important Beijing permit. ... Continue reading

2021 Volkswagen Atlas V6 SEL Premium Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2021 Volkswagen Atlas V6 SEL Premium Review by David Colman +VIDEO

VW has made minor revisions to freshen the Atlas for its fourth year of production in 2021. Most noticeable is the pugnacious looking bumper, grill and headlight treatment. ... Continue reading

Are you ready for a winter commute? Tips from Tire Agent

Are you ready for a winter commute? Tips from Tire Agent

In areas where sudden fluctuation in temperatures occurs, roads can become dangerous for drivers. ... Continue reading

Jay Leno Honoured with Doctorate of Humane Letters from Academy of Art University

Jay Leno Honoured with Doctorate of Humane Letters from Academy of Art University

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 14, 2021 -- Academy of Art University, one of the largest private, accredited art and design schools in the nation, announced it has honoured classic car enthusiast and TV icon Jay Leno with an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters. ... Continue reading

TikTok's Top Motors: Cars and Trucks racking up over 17 million views on TikTok +VIDEO

TikTok's Top Motors: Cars and Trucks racking up over 17 million views on TikTok +VIDEO

New research reveals the most popular car brands on TikTok. TikTok has exploded in popularity over the last couple of years, and according to the comparison and switching service Uswitch.com <https://www.uswitch.com/gas-electricity/>, car videos have become a viewer favourite, racking up billions of views. ... Continue reading

2021 Chrysler Pacifica AWD Review by Larry Nutson

2021 Chrysler Pacifica AWD Review by Larry Nutson

Many buyers of an SUV do so because they say they want all-wheel drive. Well, now on the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica and you’ll be able to get an all-weather capable, seamless and fully automatic all-wheel-drive (AWD) system. ... Continue reading

2021 Land Rover Defender - Review by Larry Nutson

2021 Land Rover Defender - Review by Larry Nutson

2021 Land Rover Defender Review British Empire Legend few weeks back I had my first spin in the new Land Rover Defender. As things go, I got to take another. ... Continue reading

2021 Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD Review by Mark Fulmer +VIDEO

2021 Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD Review by Mark Fulmer +VIDEO

The 2021 Mazda CX-9 Signature offers family drivers duality: (1) an upscale family-mover with tech and comfort features for weekend drives as well as long hauls, and (2) a fun going-on errands experience for drivers who prefer some sporty zip. ... Continue reading

Lexus News: Lexus Reveals LX 600 SUV +VIDEO - See It Here

Lexus News: Lexus Reveals LX 600 SUV +VIDEO - See It Here

The multifaceted LX brings unparalleled capability, luxury and human-centered technology to the Lexus range. The all-new Lexus next-generation interior and exterior design marries superior function with stunning aesthetic. ... Continue reading

2021 MINI Cooper SE Countryman ALL4 PHEV Review By Larry Nutson

2021 MINI Cooper SE Countryman ALL4 PHEV Review By Larry Nutson

About four months ago I spent time with the all-electric battery powered 2020 MINI Cooper SE 3-door Hardtop. This is the automaker’s first BEV, an all-electric model. ... Continue reading

2021 Toyota Venza Limited - Review by Mark Fulmer

2021 Toyota Venza Limited - Review by Mark Fulmer

The top-of-the-line Limited trim, the Venza Toyota has leather interior accents, a 12.3-inch touchscreen, heated and cooled seats, a heated steering wheel, a fixed glass roof, LED headlights, and a height-adjustable power liftgate. ... Continue reading

EV Motoring: EDTA Electric Drive Report

EV Motoring: EDTA Electric Drive Report

EDTA Member Spotlight: Lucid Motors Lucid’s mission is to inspire the adoption of sustainable energy by creating the most captivating electric vehicles, centered around the human experience. The company’s first car, Lucid Air, is a state-of-the-art luxury sedan with a California-inspired design underpinned by race- ... Continue reading