News By Topic: California

Hyundai Falls Out Of Love With U.S. Marketing Chief Evans - Hey Dean Wanna Join Our Team????

Oct 20, 2019

Hyundai Motor America’s announced that Dean Evans, is leaving the Korean automaker after “four highly successful years” . Brian Smith, the COO of Hyundai’s U.S. arm, will take over Evans’ duties on an interim basis. “Hyundai is greatly appreciative to Dean for his contributions,” the automaker said in an ... Continue reading

Toyota Short-distance Mobility Ultra-Compact BEV - Coming To California?

Oct 20, 2019

Production-ready Ultra-compact BEV (battery electric vehicle) at the FUTURE EXPO special exhibition of the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show ahead of the vehicle's planned commercial launch in Japan in 2020. The next-generation mobility solution is designed to provide short-distance mobility while limiting impact on the environmen ... Continue reading

Nutson's Automotive News Digest - Week Ending October 19, 2019

Oct 20, 2019

* Crain Pulls Plug On Iconic Autoweek Magazine; GM Strike Continues; Harley Electric Bike Problems; Korean Batter Maker Smiling; FCA Fined $79 Million; Ford Doubles Down On Electric; SEMA Sues; F1 Report; IMSA Gets New President. ... Continue reading

2019 Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD Review by David Colman

Oct 20, 2019

Mazda's top line SUV is the three row CX-9 which is available in 4 increasingly expensive model ranges. The least expensive Sport starts at $33,275, followed by the Touring at $36,325, the Grand Touring at $41,835, and finally, the $46,365 Signature which we spent a week driving. ... Continue reading

New Car Review: 2019 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring AWD Review by David Colman

Oct 18, 2019

8.5 Stars Out Of 10 Stars By David Colman Special Correspondent to The Auto Channel Mazda sport utilities come in three different sizes. At the lowest price point (starting at $21,500), the CX-3 offers 146hp in a 168 inch long body that seats 5. ... Continue reading

Raising Capital To Fund "WeCarriU" Greenest Mobility Service

Oct 17, 2019

The Auto Channel is taking the big plunge and developing a new mobility solution...SEDANS. Bob Gordon president and co-flounder of The Auto Channel said; ... Continue reading

Wheels Announces Oversubscribed Round of More Than $50 Million Led by DBL Partners

Oct 16, 2019

Micro mobility company Wheels today announced a funding round of more than $50 Million led by DBL Partners. ... Continue reading

WD-40 Company to Debut New Product at the 2019 SEMA Show

Oct 15, 2019

SEMA Show attendees can test the product, which also helps prevent rust and corrosion from reforming and leaves behind a lubricating layer, at WD-40 Brand booth (#62129 outside by South Hall). “The flexible straw innovation was born from the needs of auto and other trade professionals who needed a way to get penetran ... Continue reading

Nutson's Top Automotive News Nuggets, Week Ending October 12, 2019

Oct 13, 2019

GM Strike; 48V Movement; Tesla Insurance Questions And Lazy Owners; Driver Assistance Semantics; California EV Power Cutoff, No Power No Charge No Go; Car Owners Confusing Mobility Desires; Porsche and Boeing Venture; Toyota Spiffs Up Fuel Cell Mirari; Black Flag For Ford GT Racing; Corvette C8.R Previews; New NASCAR B ... Continue reading

2019 Lexus LC500h Coupe Review by David Colman - It's E15 Approved

Oct 13, 2019

Last year we reviewed the newly introduced Lexus LC500 coupe which matched its snazzy design to a very robust 471hp V8. That combination made for such a scintillating ride that the V8 powered coupe justified the Lexus tagline, "Experience Amazing." While the 354hp, V6/hybrid version of the same car merits many of the s ... Continue reading

2019 Hyundai Tucson Limited FWD Review by David Colman - It's E15 Approved +VIDEO

Oct 13, 2019

For 2019, horsepower is up but torque is down in the new 2.4 liter version of the Tucson. Hyundai has replaced the previous 1.6 liter turbocharged engine with a non-turbo straight 4 (Theta 2.4GDI) that makes 181 hp, 5 hp more than the old turbo motor. ... Continue reading

GENESIS MOTORS NORTH AMERICA NAMES MARK DEL ROSSO CEO

Oct 11, 2019

Mark will be responsible for overseeing all Genesis operations in North America and continuing the growth of the brand. ... Continue reading

2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Oct 11, 2019

Since its introduction, Mazda's two seat sports car has evolved through 4 production cycles (NA/NB/NC and ND). The ND, Mazda's latest interpretation of the Miata for 2019, also comes in 4 different guises. The baseline model is dubbed Club, next up comes the Grand Touring (subject of this test), followed by the retract ... Continue reading

2019 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid Limited Review by David COLMAN - It's E15 Approved +VIDEO

Oct 10, 2019

A Hybrid for Owners Who Enjoy Anonymity. Hyundai offers three distinct versions of their Prius beater, the Ioniq. At the lower end of the price range, the Hybrid retails for $21,400. ... Continue reading

2019 Volvo XC90 T6 AWD Inscription Review by David Colman

Oct 8, 2019

Can you find a sleeker looking SUV than this Volvo? From outside, the body design is flawless, with flowing character lines, subtle wheel arches and minimal chrome. Inside, the choice of materials and textures is understated but elegant, stylish not lavish. ... Continue reading