News By Topic: Editorials and Commentary

The North American International Auto Show - Or is it? Purdy and Cannell Duck-In On Detroit Show

Sep 19, 2022

Show boss, Rod Alberts of the Detroit Auto Dealers Association, slept in the temporary offices at Huntington Place (formerly Cobo Center) the night before media preview day because the new, very new, version of the “Detroit Auto Show,” still known also as the North American International Auto Show, was about to get ... Continue reading

NHTSA Car and Truck Recall Summary (Official) September 19, 2022

Sep 19, 2022

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

2023 North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year Awards™- 26 Semifinalists Named

Sep 18, 2022

26 Semifinalists for 2023 North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year Awards™ ... Continue reading

Nutson Weekly Auto News Wrap-up September 11-17, 2022

Sep 18, 2022

Below are 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 ... Continue reading

2022 Hyundai Kona Electric - Review by Mark Fulmer

Sep 18, 2022

Driving the Kona Electric evokes many questions from folks weary of unstoppable fuel prices, and the most popular question was "So how much does it cost?" Well, the early hybrids and EVs were definitely pricey, but that situation is slowly changing. The SEL version of Hyundai's subcompact SUV has a MSRP (manufacturers' ... Continue reading

EVs and the Less Fortunate - Editorial by Bruce Hotchkiss

Sep 17, 2022

I am not against electric vehicles. I'd love to have one although I do have questions and concerns. ... Continue reading

PREVIEW 2023 KIA SORENTO HYBRID

Sep 16, 2022

IRVINE, CA, September 16, 2022 – The Sorento Hybrid has been optimized for the 2023 model year with two repackaged trim levels. While the S trim has been discontinued, the Sorento Hybrid is now available in an all-new range-topping SX-P trim, which comes standard with Kia’s AWD system with center locking differenti ... Continue reading

Open Letter to John Eichberger and FUELS INSTITUTE

Sep 15, 2022

An Erroneous Comparison of Internal Combustion Engine and Electric Vehicles ... Continue reading

First Impression of the New North American International Detroit Auto Show

Sep 14, 2022

A NEW BEGINNING AND THE END OF ERA Day 1 of this year’s revamped NAIDAS belonged to Stellantis, the parent company of brands Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram with Chrysler who got things off to a fast start. This year marks the first show to combine events both inside and outside of Cobo Hall. ... Continue reading

Don't Be A Yutz*, Go Dealer Direct And Eliminate 3rd Party Lead Gen Tout-Fees

Sep 14, 2022

Although using a third-party lead-gen service like Consumer Reports, TruCar, Edmunds, KBB, Auto-by-Tel, Cars.com, AutoTrader, Edmunds and all of the others is easy, don't for a second believe that they are really free... ... Continue reading

New EV models from Jeep and GM, second-life EV batteries, and more top #EV news

Sep 13, 2022

September 13, 2022 California’s Electric Vehicle Push Is Not Causing Blackout Risk San Francisco Chronicle via Governing This New England utility will soon pay EV owners to help to back up the grid Energy News Network California rule will make EV charging more affordable, reduce load on grid Green Car Reports Tritium ... Continue reading

From The Newsroom - Cox Automotive September 13, 2022

Sep 13, 2022

Welcome to From the Newsroom, a roundup of news from Cox Automotive and perspectives from its analysts and experts on topics dominating the automotive industry. Like football fans, auto dealers are usually excited about the fall and eternally optimistic – anticipating success every season. ... Continue reading

Here's Honda; Completely Redesigned 2023 Honda CR-V Arriving At Honda Dealers This Month

Sep 13, 2022

Completely redesigned CR-V sets a new compact SUV benchmark with bold styling, increased space, comfort and performance New hybrid models feature an even bolder look and a new hybrid system for a sportier driving experience CR-V is America’s best-selling crossover since 1997 Turbocharged CR-V EX is exceptionally well ... Continue reading

2022 Mazda MX-5 RF Grand Touring – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Sep 13, 2022

A rewarding driving experience ... Continue reading

NHTSA Car and Truck Recall Summary (Official) September 12, 2022

Sep 12, 2022

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