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2023 Lexus RX Unveiled +VIDEO

2023 Lexus RX Unveiled +VIDEO

Four redesigned powertrains; three electrified Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 and Lexus Interface Multimedia System with available 14-inch touchscreen Two new grades: Premium+ and F SPORT Performance with DIRECT4 All-Wheel Drive Technology RX-first available Advanced Park PLANO, Texas (May 31, 2022) – Lexus pioneered the l ... Continue reading

NEW WEBSITE REVEALS FIRST LOOK AT DELOREAN'S ALPHA5 EV

NEW WEBSITE REVEALS FIRST LOOK AT DELOREAN'S ALPHA5 EV

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 30, 2022 -- DeLorean Motor Company, Inc. has given the public its first complete look at the highly anticipated Alpha5, their all-new EV. The images are available on the company's redesigned website, where early access subscribers have the opportunity to see the vehicle a full day before the sit ... Continue reading

KIA AMERICA'S MAY 2022 Sales ELECTRFIED

KIA AMERICA'S MAY 2022 Sales ELECTRFIED

Kia America today announced May sales of 57,941 units with the Niro family of hybrid, PHEV and EV models posting best-ever May sales, up more than 28-percent over the previous record set in 2021. In addition, the first full month of deliveries of the all-new Sportage HEV charged ahead in May, with 2,417 units sold. ... Continue reading

2023 BMW X1 Preview

2023 BMW X1 Preview

The character of the new 2023 BMW X1 xDrive28i defines itself through everyday driving pleasure, modern versatility, the latest safety and technology features, and an unwavering eagerness for exploration and adventure. More spacious than ever before, the new rugged yet elegant X1 wraps you in an elevated interior enhan ... Continue reading

Toyota "Cabin Awareness" Uses New Tech For Much Needed Detection Of Back Seat Occupants

Toyota "Cabin Awareness" Uses New Tech For Much Needed Detection Of Back Seat Occupants

Cabin Awareness concept uses millimeter-wave radar to detect people and pets throughout the vehicle cabin Patent-pending concept introduced in prototype Toyota Sienna minivan and May Mobility Sienna AutonoMaaS shuttle Cabin Awareness technology could help prevent heatstroke deaths by alerting drivers about occupants le ... Continue reading

2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Woodland Edition Preview

2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Woodland Edition Preview

Toyota is taking the RAV4 Hybrid to a whole new level of adventure with the new 2023 Woodland Edition. Equipped with everything needed for an outdoor excursion, the RAV4 Hybrid Woodland Edition is the first hybrid off-road special edition SUV for the brand. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap-up May 22-28, 2022

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap-up May 22-28, 2022

Every Sunday Larry Nutson, The Chicago Car Guy and Auto Channel Executive Producer, with able assistance from senior editor Thom Cannell from The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau, compile The Auto Channel's weekly news. ... Continue reading

Hyundai Presents the Sixth Annual National Salute to America's Heroes Memorial Day Weekend Event

Hyundai Presents the Sixth Annual National Salute to America's Heroes Memorial Day Weekend Event

Sixth Year in a Row Hyundai Title Sponsors the Event in South Florida that Includes the World-Class Hyundai Air & Sea Show, taking place on May 28-29 Hyundai Donates $50,000 to Folds of Honor Hyundai Recognized as a Military Friendly® Employer from VIQTORY Hyundai Motor America selected as a VETS Indexes Recognized Em ... Continue reading

2022 Subaru BRZ - Review by Larry Nutson

2022 Subaru BRZ - Review by Larry Nutson

2022 Subaru BRZ Simplicity and fun By Larry Nutson Chicago Bureau Chief The Auto Channel (DSC_8728) Recently I had the rare experience to drive two very different sports cars within a couple weeks for each other. A near perfect back-to-back test. ... Continue reading

2022 Ford Maverick - Review by Larry Nutson +VIDEO

2022 Ford Maverick - Review by Larry Nutson +VIDEO

Nineteen-nine-nine-five! $19,995, that is. This is the base price of the completely new 2022 Ford Maverick compact pickup. ... Continue reading

“It’s Just Not Going to Happen Without Hydrogen”

“It’s Just Not Going to Happen Without Hydrogen”

“We think it’s a carbon-free energy vector, which can really help the change and will be needed to change the energy system,” says Karsten Wilbrand, a Senior Principal Scientist at Shell, talking about hydrogen power.For Wilbrand, and the rest of Shell, hydrogen is essential to facilitate the world’s transition ... Continue reading

Used Truck Review: The Award Winning 2020 RAM 1500 EcoDiesel Might Just Change Your Mind About Owning A Truck

Used Truck Review: The Award Winning 2020 RAM 1500 EcoDiesel Might Just Change Your Mind About Owning A Truck

Remember in junior high how there was always a certain team that would win the championship game? Football, softball, basketball, baseball, etc. Somehow they had the guts to pull off a win with skill and determination. ... Continue reading

Hot Auto Topics From CAR(la) Center For Automotive Research - May 27,2022

Hot Auto Topics From CAR(la) Center For Automotive Research - May 27,2022

Consumer pain at the pump continues to be a hot topic in the news as the average national price reached a record high, leaving many to reconsider fuel alternatives and EVs. We also saw exciting headlines in the vehicle software space as many automakers continue to invest in software solutions. ... Continue reading

From The Newsroom - Cox Automotive May 27, 2022

From The Newsroom - Cox Automotive May 27, 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. With the unofficial start of summer on the horizon, Cox Automotive is taking one final look back at 2021 in our annual Cox Automotive Market Insights and Outlo ... Continue reading

Solo Advanced Vehicle Technologies and American Battery Solutions Partner on the SD1 500+ Mile Range, Battery-Electric Long-Haul Truck

Solo Advanced Vehicle Technologies and American Battery Solutions Partner on the SD1 500+ Mile Range, Battery-Electric Long-Haul Truck

D1 battery-electric, long-haul trucks are fast charger compatible while also being able to utilize existing charging networks. ... Continue reading

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