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2023 Jeep Wagoneer L Review By Larry Nutson

2023 Jeep Wagoneer L Review By Larry Nutson

In 2022 Jeep revived a true icon of the automotive world with the introduction of the Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer premium utility vehicles (UV). The first Wagoneer was introduced for the 1963 model year. It is THE original full-size utility vehicle. ... Continue reading

Recalls From NHTSA October 9, 2023

Recalls From NHTSA October 9, 2023

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

Mercedes-Benz DRIVE PILOT – the world’s first certified SAE Level 3 system - Plus In Context Capsule By Art Intelli

Mercedes-Benz DRIVE PILOT – the world’s first certified SAE Level 3 system - Plus In Context Capsule By Art Intelli

Sep 27, 2023 – Santa Monica (CA). Mercedes-Benz celebrates significant milestone as the first automaker to receive U.S. state approval for deployment of a SAE Level 31 conditionally automated driving vehicle DRIVE PILOT performs the dynamic driving task while allowing the driver freedom to tend to other activities2 T ... Continue reading

2023 Toyota Highlander Limited AWD – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2023 Toyota Highlander Limited AWD – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Solid choice for 2023's most affordable rolling real estate Photos and Story By David Colman Special Correspondent to THE AUTO CHANNEL Every week, when a new vehicle arrives, my wife and I try to guess its price without looking at the window sticker. Usually, we come within a couple of grand of the MSRP. ... Continue reading

2023 Acura Integra A-Spec Tech – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2023 Acura Integra A-Spec Tech – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

When Honda launched the Acura model line in the USA in 1986, two distinctly different models were available: The luxurious Legend sedan, and the sporty smaller Integra. Through a 22-year production run, the Integra developed into a worthy and much cheaper alternative to the 3 Series BMW. ... Continue reading

Automotive Artist Tom Hale Exclusive Video Interview (2019)

Automotive Artist Tom Hale Exclusive Video Interview (2019)

Although the words automobile imagery and fine art are not usually in the same sentence, Michigan artist Tom Hale has worked as a full-time artist since the mid-1980s bringing those terms together. ... Continue reading

Latest Official EV Welfare For Rich People From Your Friends and Neighbors

Latest Official EV Welfare For Rich People From Your Friends and Neighbors

October 6, 2023 Starting in January Inflation Reduction Act Provision Will Allow Consumers to Transfer Credit to Car Dealer, Reducing Purchase Price of New and Previously Owned Clean Vehicles at Time of SaleWASHINGTON – As part of Bidenomics and the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America agenda, the U.S ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Round-up Week October 1-7, 2023

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Round-up Week October 1-7, 2023

Here are Larry's picks among the past week's important, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy-to-understand automotive universe news nuggets.</i> for Nutson's Auto News Weekly Wrap-up October 1-7, 2023 ... Continue reading

SLAM! Shutting the File on the Tyler Lark Anti-Ethanol Study +VIDEO

SLAM! Shutting the File on the Tyler Lark Anti-Ethanol Study +VIDEO

Continuing to make sense out of nonsense ... Continue reading

2023 Toyota Crown Déjà Vu All Over Again - Review By Larry Nutson +VIDEO

2023 Toyota Crown Déjà Vu All Over Again - Review By Larry Nutson +VIDEO

2023 Toyota Larry Nutson Chicago Bureau Chief The Auto Channel If you follow Toyota or might have been shopping for a car (as in, sedan) perhaps you know the Crown carline reappeared in the summer of 2022. Toyota’s premium Avalon sedan has been discontinued. ... Continue reading

2023 Toyota GR Supra – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2023 Toyota GR Supra – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

The 2023 Toyota GR Supra has received generally positive reviews [1][2], particularly for its manual transmission option, balanced handling, and turbocharged 3.0L inline-six engine. It has a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout, and has received upgrades to the traction and stability control system. The vehicle has a ... Continue reading

Why Does EPA's New Renewable Fuel Standard Demean Value Of Domestic, Cleaner, Renewable, Cheaper Ethanol Fuel? - China Influences? Traitors? Or Just Ignorant Politicians and Bureucrats In DC

Why Does EPA's New Renewable Fuel Standard Demean Value Of Domestic, Cleaner, Renewable, Cheaper Ethanol Fuel? - China Influences? Traitors? Or Just Ignorant Politicians and Bureucrats In DC

This final rule builds on the RFS program's progress over the previous two years and reflects the Biden-Harris Administration's commitment to strengthen the nation's energy independence, advance low-carbon fuels, and support agricultural communities. ... Continue reading

New Report Highlights Investment Commitments and Challenges in the Global Hydrogen Storage Sector (Includes In-context Overview)

New Report Highlights Investment Commitments and Challenges in the Global Hydrogen Storage Sector (Includes In-context Overview)

DUBLIN, Oct. 5, 2023 -- The "Global Hydrogen Storage Growth Opportunities" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. ... Continue reading

2023 Toyota Venza XLE Nightshade – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2023 Toyota Venza XLE Nightshade – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Handsome and Happy. This is one foxy-looking vehicle. ... Continue reading

2023 Toyota Crown Limited - Review by Bruce Hotchkiss + VIDEO

2023 Toyota Crown Limited - Review by Bruce Hotchkiss + VIDEO

2023 Toyota Crown Limited - Review by Bruce Hotchkiss A Blast From The Past But Much Better Looking! Many years ago when I was an apprentice auto mechanic we had a customer who had a Toyota Crown station wagon. It had a big lump of an overhead cam six and a 4-speed manual transmission. ... Continue reading

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