News By Topic: Vehicles and The Environment

2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid

Jul 6, 2025

All-new, redesigned 6th generation RAV4 will be available in Core, Sport, and Rugged styles across seven grades, including a new-look Woodland and first-ever GR SPORT America’s best-selling compact SUV will now be 100% electrified, in a choice of Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) or Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) ... Continue reading

Toyota Funds Massive Arizona Proving Grounds with $50 Million Investment

Jul 6, 2025

Toyota Motor North America (Toyota) announced today that it has allocated and broken ground on more than $50 million in construction of new amenities for vehicle and automotive technology testing and development, affirming commitment to the Arizona Proving Grounds. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrapup June 29-July 5, 2025

Jul 6, 2025

The Chicago Car Guy compiles The Auto Channel's take on this past week's automotive news, condensed into easy-to-digest news Nuggets. ... Continue reading

2025 Kia Sorento PHEV 25-30 Mile EV Range - Review by Mark Maynard +VIDEO

Jul 6, 2025

Kia America has completed its trio of Sorento SUV powertrains with the 2025 Sorento PHEV plug-in hybrid. ... Continue reading

Fuel Retailers Applaud Passage of Budget Reconciliation

Jul 5, 2025

ALEXANDRIA, Va., July 3, 2025 -- NATSO, representing truck stops and travel centers, and SIGMA: America's Leading Fuel Marketers issued the following statement praising Congress for passing its reconciliation bill, a sweeping tax reform package that will drive growth, investment, and job creation within the fuel retail ... Continue reading

How to Choose an Eco-Friendly Used Car for Your Family's Needs

Jul 5, 2025

Choosing an eco-friendly used car for your family can be a rewarding decision that benefits both the environment and your wallet. ... Continue reading

Letter From Europe - Post Monoco Grand Prix SuperCar Road Trip

Jul 3, 2025

Letter From Europe By Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief The Auto Channel Greeting from steaming Budapest. Like the rest of Europe we are talking 80s and 90s but in our little apartment it is doable. ... Continue reading

Smart Confident Moms Should Drive A Minivan; Here’s Why

Jul 2, 2025

Maybe out of pride. Perhaps ignorance. Many of us are looking for good solid family material, yet reject prospects that are committed and generous. ... Continue reading

Summer Heat vs. Speed: What Really Impacts EV Range?

Jul 2, 2025

electric vehicle (EV) drivers worry about how high temperatures, and heavy air conditioning use, will affect their range. But data from Geotab Inc. and its affiliates ("Geotab"), a global leader in connected vehicle solutions and asset management, shows that while hot weather does have an effect, driving speed can be t ... Continue reading

2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited AWD SUV – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Jul 2, 2025

You can’t do better for the money ... Continue reading

Hyundai Says 2025 Record Sales

Jul 1, 2025

Hyundai Motor America reported June 2025 total sales of 69,702 units, a 3% increase compared with June 2024. Elantra N (+33%) and Santa Fe HEV (+39%) set new total sales records in June, which contained three fewer selling days than last year. ... Continue reading

Top Causes of Road Rage and How to Avoid It

Jul 1, 2025

Road rage. We all feel it. ... Continue reading

Hydrogen Bus Market to Reach $18.2 Billion by 2032 Says Meticulous Research

Jun 30, 2025

According to a comprehensive market research report titled "Hydrogen Bus Market Size, Share, Forecast, & Trends Analysis by Bus Type (Single Deck, Articulated Deck), Cell Technology (Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell, Solid Oxide Fuel Cell, Alkaline Fuel Cell), Power Output (Below 100 kW, 100-200 kW) and Geography—G ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrapup June 22-28, 2025

Jun 29, 2025

Here are Larry's top story picks from this past week's important to you, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions, and insider back stories. ... Continue reading

2025 Lexus TX 350 F Sport Handling AWD – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Jun 29, 2025

These days, because of tariff concerns, the first question you might have about that new vehicle you're considering is not what it costs but where it's built. ... Continue reading