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Volvo Cars Reviews 1994-2019 From The Auto Channel Experts +VIDEO

Volvo Cars Reviews 1994-2019 From The Auto Channel Experts +VIDEO

Volvo Reviews, index to 20+ years of expert Volvo Reviews from The Auto Channel veteran journalists; 1994-2019 ... Continue reading

Watch LIVE Volvo Inauguration of First U.S. Plant and Reveal of the New S60 at 11AM ET +VIDEO

Watch LIVE Volvo Inauguration of First U.S. Plant and Reveal of the New S60 at 11AM ET +VIDEO

On Wednesday June 20 at 11AM New York time, 8AM Los Angeles time, Volvo will inaugurate its first ever American car manufacturing plant in Charleston, South Carolina and reveal the new Volvo S60 premium mid-size sports sedan that will be built there. ... Continue reading

New Audi A1 Sportback - Ideal Companion for an Urban Lifestyle

New Audi A1 Sportback - Ideal Companion for an Urban Lifestyle

In 2010, a brand-new Audi model line made its debut in the shape of the A1. And now the second generation of the successful compact car is rolling to the starting line. ... Continue reading

Custom Genie Chopper Built by Paul Teutul, Jr. Designs Featured on “American Chopper”

Custom Genie Chopper Built by Paul Teutul, Jr. Designs Featured on “American Chopper”

The Genie Company was featured on Discovery's "American Chopper" showcasing the custom Genie Chopper built by Paul Teutul, Jr., co-star of the revived fan-favorite series and owner of Paul Jr. Designs. ... Continue reading

The Next "A Shunpiker’s Journal" Begins Broadcasting Wednesday, June 20, 2018

The Next "A Shunpiker’s Journal" Begins Broadcasting Wednesday, June 20, 2018

The next installment of A Shunpiker’s Journal begins broadcasting Wednesday, June 20, 2018 and will run for 3 to 4 weeks. Listen to the program live-streamed at www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com every Wednesday at 1 PM and 7 PM and every Thursday at 1 AM and 7 AM. Or go to the Website, click on “Shows and Hosts,” a ... Continue reading

Missed It!!! Wait Till Next Year - 2018 EyesOn Design “Design Inspiration & Influences” June 17, 2018, Edsel Ford's Place

Missed It!!! Wait Till Next Year - 2018 EyesOn Design “Design Inspiration & Influences” June 17, 2018, Edsel Ford's Place

Missed It!!! Wait Till Next Year - This year’s features include: “Runways to Roadways” an experiential display showcasing the influence WWII aircraft had on post-war automobile design – think fins, bullet noses and sweeping lines; displays of vehicles influenced by Art Deco and Mid-Century Modernism movements w ... Continue reading

"New Car Review: 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI Review" By Larry Nutson

"New Car Review: 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI Review" By Larry Nutson

Now in its seventh-generation, the GTI first came on the scene in the U.S. in 1983s GTI is THE car that defined the term “hot hatch”. But, back then the GTI only came as a two-door and only with manual transmission.The Golf GTI might just be the best in its class. It certainly is invigorating to drive. ... Continue reading

Ford Motor Company Acquires Iconic Michigan Central Station; Will Outline Vision for New Corktown Campus on Tuesday

Ford Motor Company Acquires Iconic Michigan Central Station; Will Outline Vision for New Corktown Campus on Tuesday

Ford will renovate Michigan Central Station to be a magnet for high-tech talent and a regional destination with retail, restaurants, residential living, modern work spaces and more. Conceptual rendering shown. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Automotive News Digest, Week of June 11-17, 2018: Dieselgate Lives; MB Diesel No-no; Tariff Troubles and Triumphs; Ford Working On The Railroad (Station); Ford Taxi's Revealed; Toyota Ride Sharing Investment; Ford Recall; RIP Tom “the Mongoose” McEwen

Nutson's Automotive News Digest, Week of June 11-17, 2018: Dieselgate Lives; MB Diesel No-no; Tariff Troubles and Triumphs; Ford Working On The Railroad (Station); Ford Taxi's Revealed; Toyota Ride Sharing Investment; Ford Recall; RIP Tom “the Mongoose” McEwen

Larry Nutson, Senior Editor and Chicago Car Guy along with Michigan Bureau contributing editors Steve Purdy and Thom Cannell compile TACH's Take On Last Weeks Automotive News In Digest Sized Content ... Continue reading

AUTO LAB - Auto Talk Radio LIVE from New York City This Saturday June 16, 2018 7-9 AM

AUTO LAB - Auto Talk Radio LIVE from New York City This Saturday June 16, 2018 7-9 AM

Auto Lab is a 28 year old weekly automotive-focused radio call-in show hosted by Professor Harold Wolchok. Each week a cadre of no bull experienced hands-on automotive experts in-studio providing listeners with honest, practical and street-smart car repair and buying advice. ... Continue reading

2019 BMW 8 Series Coupe Unveiled - Prices, Specs, Love.

2019 BMW 8 Series Coupe Unveiled - Prices, Specs, Love.

Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey June 15, 2018; Today, BMW introduced the all-new 2019 BMW 8 Series Coupe. Initially available as the BMW M850i xDrive variant, the coupe makes its return to the U.S. after 20 years and writes a new chapter in the luxury sports coupe’s story of outstanding performance, beautiful design and s ... Continue reading

Automotiveinnovations Award 2018: Volkswagen Honored as The Most Innovative High-Volume Brand

Automotiveinnovations Award 2018: Volkswagen Honored as The Most Innovative High-Volume Brand

The Volkswagen brand has been named the Most Innovative High-volume Brand for the third time in a row. The Group’s core brand was also presented with other awards in the categories ‘Alternative Drives’, ‘Autonomous Driving’ and ‘Safety and Conventional Drives’. The awards are presented annually by the Cen ... Continue reading

Alta Motors Announces the 2019 Redshift EXR

Alta Motors Announces the 2019 Redshift EXR

BRISBANE, Calif., June 12, 2018 -- Alta Motors, the leader in high-performance electric motorcycles, today announced the release of its highly-anticipated Redshift EXR. The 2019 Redshift EXR is the ideal multi-terrain motorcycle for the performance enthusiast, but equally intuitive and easy to ride for beginners. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Automotive Digest, Week of June 4-10, 2018: Corvette BooBoo; Cadillac Stays A New Yoorker; Paris Sans Makers; Trade Talks; Gasoline From Air; Tesla Troubles; GM And Honda Charges Up; Autonomous Cars Coming But Not For Me; BIG Kia Recall

Nutson's Automotive Digest, Week of June 4-10, 2018: Corvette BooBoo; Cadillac Stays A New Yoorker; Paris Sans Makers; Trade Talks; Gasoline From Air; Tesla Troubles; GM And Honda Charges Up; Autonomous Cars Coming But Not For Me; BIG Kia Recall

Larry Nutson, Senior Editor and Chicago Car Guy along with Michigan Bureau contributing editors Steve Purdy and Thom Cannell compile The Auto Channel's Take On Last Weeks Automotive News ... Continue reading

2019 Hyundai Veloster To Star In Marvel Movies

2019 Hyundai Veloster To Star In Marvel Movies

Veloster retains unique two-plus-one door asymmetrical bodystyle configuration Available 1.6-liter turbocharged engine with 201 horsepower and 195 lb.-ft. of torque Generous cutting-edge infotainment and connectivity features Standard multi-link rear suspension for agile dynamics Starting at $18,500 for 2.0 manual-tran ... Continue reading

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