Henny A Passenger As BMW Goes Driverless On Public Roads
Jun 17, 2013
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor The Auto Channel MUNICH, Germany. June 14, 2013. Although BMW does not have a world premiere with the presentation of its autonomous driving prototypes, it is one of the first car manufacturers to tests such cars on public roads. That is why it was pretty special that last week I ... Continue reading
Nutson's Nuggets - June 10-16, 2013 Automotive News Factoids Just In-Case You Were Snoozing
Jun 16, 2013
* Just when we thought automobile brand attrition was done we saw speculation this week about the possible demise of Dodge. Some of their brands are redundant with Chrysler and Jeep models, particularly the Grand Caravan and Avenger. Wards reports that when Avenger production ends early next year it will not be replace ... Continue reading
"When They Were New" Review: 2004 Chevrolet Impala SS Sedan (11/29/2003)
Jun 14, 2013
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS There is, and always has been, something for everyone in Chevrolet's passenger car lineup. These days it ranges from the upcoming subcompact Aveo to the high-performance Corvette. But with the demise of the Camaro, there has been a vacancy in the Chevy line, in the medium-priced pe ... Continue reading
2013 Lincoln MKZ AWD Review By John Heilig
Jun 13, 2013
THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig Model: 2013 Lincoln MKZ AWD Engine: 2.0-liter EcoBoost I4 Horsepower/Torque: 240 hp @ 5,500 rpm/270 lb.-ft. @ 3,000 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 112.2 in. Length x Width x Height: 194.1 x 83.3 x 58.2 in. Tires: P245/40R19 Cargo: 15.4 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
Chinese Getting Over Half Of Iraqi Oil, U.S Taxpayers Pay To Protect OPEC Interests - Boone Pickens
Jun 11, 2013
Army: I don't like saying, "I told you so." But the United States spent $2.2 trillion and tragically lost more than 3,000 men and women fighting in Iraq, and now the Chinese are getting over half the Iraqi oil. On numerous trips to Washington, DC, I said that would happen, and now it has. Every day, 17 million barrels ... Continue reading
Car News For Teens - Get Car Smarter Than Your Parents
Jun 11, 2013
http://www.theautochannel.com/news/topic.html?topic=66 MORE INFO Car News For Teens - Become Car Smarter Than Your Parents Find Your Perfect New Car Match App Teen Driver Hints For Serious Vehicle Buying Discussions Does your forecast call for a future without a brand new hottie, but rather a more practical sedan or cr ... Continue reading
2013 Fiat 500 Turbo and 500e Reviews By Larry Nutson
Jun 11, 2013
Due´ Fiat 2013 Fiat 500 Turbo and 500e Reviews by Larry Nutson Senior Editor, New York Bureau The Auto Channel (FT013-150FH) The city-friendly Fiat 500, the Cinquecento, arrived on the scene here in the U.S. in the first half of 2011 with its 2-door coupe in Pop, Sport and Lounge trims. Then came the 500c Cabrio, an ... Continue reading
First Drive 2013 Peugeot 2008 Crossover By Henny Hemmes
Jun 11, 2013
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor The Auto Channel RIBEAUVILLÃ, France. May 28, 2013. Peugeot has just launched its brand new 2008, a crossover that seats five. The moment is not ideal for the introduction of a new model, but that problem is not only Peugeotâs. Even though the French brand, part of the PSA ... Continue reading
2014 Lexus IS 250, IS 350 Transformation - It IS Competitive At Last
Jun 9, 2013
2014 Lexus IS 250 and IS 350 Review By Thom Cannell Senior Editor Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel We began this review from the back seat of a 2014 Lexus IS 350, not our usual habitat. One passenger was 5 8â, the other was 6â2â. Remember, this is the IS, not an LS and frankly we were confused. All the c ... Continue reading
GM Catches Flack at Annual Meeting
Jun 9, 2013
From Mac Gordon June 8, 2013 DETROIT- GM's annual meeting this year was no cheering orgy. To the surprise of most attendees, GM Chairman and CEO Dan Akerson was treated to a confessional of the No. 1 automaker's marketing and financial problems. The out-of-sorts Akerson admitted GM was still struggling to boost its mar ... Continue reading
Heels On Wheels - 2014 Kia Forte Sedan Review
Jun 9, 2013
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE 2014 KIA FORTE VEHICLE The value-based Forte sedan gets a longer, lower and wider chassis for the 2014 model year, adding depth to its compact presence while sprucing up the design for car that is surprisingly spacious, snazzy, and eas ... Continue reading
Nutson's Nuggets - June 3-9, 2013 Automotive News Factoids Just In-Case You Were Snoozing
Jun 9, 2013
* May came to a close with U.S. Auto Sales up 8% on sales of over 1.4 million units. The seasonal selling rate is at 15.3 million. Pickups were big sellers. Big gainers were Ford, Nissan and Subaru. Ford Motor is up 14%, Chrysler Group up 11%, GM up 3%. Nissan/Infiniti up 25%, Toyota/Lexus/Scion up 3%, Honda/Acura up 5 ... Continue reading
2013 Infiniti JX 35 AWD Review By John Heilig
Jun 5, 2013
THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig Model: 2013 Infiniti JX 35 AWD Engine: 3.5-liter V6 Horsepower/Torque: 265 hp @ 6,400 rpm/248 lb.-ft. @4,400 rpm Transmission: CVT Wheelbase: 114.2 in. Length x Width x Height: 196.4 x 77.2 x 67.8 in. Tires: P235/55R20 Cargo: 15.8 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
2013 Kia Sportage SX Rocky Mountain Review
Jun 3, 2013
MORE INFO Kia Specs, Prices, Reviews and Comparisons - Kia Buyers Guide (1997-Present) Perfect New Car Match By Dan Poler Rocky Mountain Bureau The Auto Channel âYouâre going to like this one,â the fleet rep said as he got out of the bright red 2013 Kia Sportage SX and handed me the keyfob. âWhyâ ... Continue reading
Nutson's Nuggets - Automotive News May 27-June 2, 2013 Just In-Case You Were Snoozing
Jun 2, 2013
* One of the best indicators of how valuable each brand is compared to its rivals is the annual BrandZ Top 100 global survey, conducted by influential market research firm Millward Brown. Toyota is the most valuable automotive brand in the world, with an estimated value of $24.5 billion, a gain of 12 percent on last ye ... Continue reading
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