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2013 Lexus GS 350 Review By John Heilig

Nov 6, 2012

THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG The Auto Channel 2013 LEXUS GS 350 SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2013 Lexus GS 350 Engine: 3.5-liter V6 Horsepower/Torque: 306 hp/277 lb.-ft. torque Transmission: 6-speed automatic with steering wheel paddles Wheelbase: 112.2 in. Length/Width/Height: 190.7 x 72.4 x 57.3 in. Tires: P235/45R18 Cargo ... Continue reading

RECALL: Britax Recall Certain Convertible Child Restraints

Nov 6, 2012

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 12C004 Synopsis: Britax is recalling certain convertible child restraints, models Boulevard 70 G3, Advocate 70 G3, and Pavilion 70 G3, Model Numbers: E9LJ91A, E9LJ91M, E9LJ91S, E9LJ92E, E9LJ93P, E9LJ93S, E9LK91A, E9LK31A, E9LK31Q, E9LK32D, E9LK32Z, E9LK33Q, E9LL11A, E9LL11Q, E9LL12D, E9LL12Z, ... Continue reading

Suzuki Going Out Of Car Biz in USA-Motorycles/ATV and Marine Division To Continue

Nov 6, 2012

BREA, Calif.--American Suzuki Motor Corporation , the sole distributor in the continental United States of Suzuki Motor Corporation automobiles, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles and marine outboard engines, today announced that it plans to realign its business to focus on the long-term growth of its Motorcycles/ATV an ... Continue reading

2013 Lexus RX 350 F Sport AWD Rocky Mountain Review By Dan Poler

Nov 5, 2012

By Dan Poler Rocky Mountain Bureau The Auto Channel 2013 Lexus RX 350 F Sport AWD A pioneer in what we’d now call the luxury crossover segment, the Lexus RX has always been known for its impeccable combination of luxury comfort, soft-roading capabilities, and mixture of space for people and gear. For 2013, Lexus h ... Continue reading

2013 Volkswagen CC Review By Steve Purdy

Nov 5, 2012

2013 VOLKSWAGEN CC SPORT A surprising German sport sedan/coupe By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau Volkswagen’s tag line for the CC is “The Mid-Size Sports Sedan with Shocking Good Looks.” I know that, as a journalist, I’m supposed to look with a critical eye at all these manufacturer ... Continue reading

Heels on Wheels - 2013 Toyota Avalon Review

Nov 5, 2012

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2013 TOYOTA AVALON REVIEW By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE AVALON VEHICLE The redesigned Avalon represents a new direction for Toyota, now focused on going after a younger and more tech-based buyer by giving this sedan a sleeker interior and athletic feel behind the ... Continue reading

2013 Nissan Sentra Review By Steve Purdy

Nov 5, 2012

2013 Nissan Sentra A little panache for a little car By Steve Purdy The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau One of the most competitive segments in the car business these days is that of compact sedans. Just about every mainstream manufacturer has new product in that class introduced over the past couple of years, most loaded ... Continue reading

Boston Children's Hospital Research: Standardized Booster Seat Laws Could Save Lives

Nov 5, 2012

A new study by researchers in Boston Children's Hospital's Division of Emergency Medicine indicates that a nationwide standard on booster seat laws for children 4 feet 9 inches and shorter, or up to 8 years old, would save lives. The findings were published online Nov. 5, 2012, in the journal Pediatrics . Boston Childr ... Continue reading

2013 Ford Fusion - My Love Affair Continues by Michael Bernstein +VIDEO

Nov 5, 2012

MORE INFO Ford Buyers Guide Perfect New Car Matcher …the 2013 Ford Fusion rides even better than it looks. By Michael Bernstein Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel The North American International Auto Show, the annual event held in Detroit, was the venue the Ford Motor Company chose to give the world its first peek ... Continue reading

Nutson's Nuggets: Here Is Last Week's (October 29-November 4 2012) Automotive News In Case You Were Dozing

Nov 4, 2012

* The two big news stories this week are Hurricane Sandy and of course the Presidential election. Our hearts go out to all those affected by the storm. We hope for a speedy recovery. Sandy's impact on the auto world will be significant. Many destroyed vehicles will need to be replaced. ... Continue reading

Heels on Wheels-2013 Ford Taurus Review

Nov 2, 2012

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2013 FORD TAURUS REVIEW By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE TAURUS VEHICLE The chiseled Ford Taurus is a five-passenger large-size sedan done up in masculine tones with a panache for cold weather driving thanks to such popular options as remote vehicle start, heated ste ... Continue reading

Purdy Book Review: INSIDE THE FISHER BODY CRAFTMAN'S GUILD

Nov 2, 2012

A BOOK REVIEW By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau INSIDE THE FISHER BODY CRAFTMAN’S GUILD Contestants Recall the Great General Motors Talent Search Edited by John L. Jacobus Published by McFarland & Company, Inc. There was a time in the 1950’s, I was told some years ago by retired GM VP of Desig ... Continue reading

Hyundai and Kia Initiate Program to Adjust Fuel Consumption Ratings on Select Vehicles

Nov 2, 2012

TORONTO, Nov. 2, 2012 Automakers' Average Fuel Consumption Rating Increased by 0.3 L/100km; Affected Vehicle Owners to be Compensated TORONTO, Nov. 2, 2012 - Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. and Kia Canada Inc. today announced that they are correcting the fuel consumption ratings for approximately 172,000 vehicles sold betwee ... Continue reading

Honda to Begin Sales of All-new "N-ONE" Mini-vehicle

Nov 2, 2012

TOKYO, Japan, November 1, 2012 - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced it will begin sales of the N-ONE, the third model of the new N Series mini-vehicle following the N BOX and the N BOX +, on November 2nd at dealerships across Japan. N-ONE G・L Package (FWD) N-ONE Premium Tourer・L Package (FWD) The N-ONE was devel ... Continue reading

2012 Toyota Camry Review By Larry Nutson

Nov 2, 2012

Toyota Camry – Everybody’s Darling All new in 2012; 2013 coming soon By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel (IMG_4333) The Toyota Camry is all-new for 2012. Introduced a little over one year ago, it’s the seventh generation of the Camry that has become well established in the Amer ... Continue reading