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NHTSA CAR, TRUCK, RV, BUS, MOTORCYCLE AND TRAILER RECALLS - Official Weekly Summary October 3, 2022

NHTSA CAR, TRUCK, RV, BUS, MOTORCYCLE AND TRAILER RECALLS - Official Weekly Summary October 3, 2022

The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap-up September 25-October 1, 2022

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap-up September 25-October 1, 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 Genesis G80 AWD 3.5T Sport Prestige, A Sensational Bargain - Review by David Colman

2022 Genesis G80 AWD 3.5T Sport Prestige, A Sensational Bargain - Review by David Colman

Can a 4,500 pound luxury limousine double as a track day car? ... Continue reading

2022 MINI Cooper S Convertible - Review by Larry Nutson

2022 MINI Cooper S Convertible - Review by Larry Nutson

2022 MINI Cooper S Convertible Iconic open air driving Review By Larry Nutson Senior Editor and Bureau Chief Chicago Bureau ... Continue reading

2022 Hyundai Kona N – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2022 Hyundai Kona N – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

With its sturdy frame, slightly bowlegged stance, and pugnacious visage, the blocky new Hyundai Kona N is the English Bulldog of the SUV world. But its stellar performance transcends the limitations of its somewhat homely appearance. ... Continue reading

2022 Toyota Tundra Platinum CrewMax Review by Mark Fulmer

2022 Toyota Tundra Platinum CrewMax Review by Mark Fulmer

All week long as I test drove the new Tundra, I had men of all ages lean out of their car windows and shout, "Hey man, that's a bad ass truck !" I nodded to each, agreeing that the new look for Toyota's big boy, was eye-catching and quite cool. Coupled with a twin turbo V-6, some upgraded tech, and a rep for reliabilit ... Continue reading

The Detroit Concours d’Elegance - Purdy's Take

The Detroit Concours d’Elegance - Purdy's Take

The Detroit Concours d’Elegance, Formerly, the Concours d’Elegance of America at St. John’s Formerly, the Meadow Brook Concours d’Elegance By Steve Purdy Senior Editor The Auto Channel DIA Façade] Detroit, September 2022 - What a ride it’s been for the Concours d’Elegance presented in Southeast Michigan fo ... Continue reading

Letter from Europe - September 2022

Letter from Europe - September 2022

by Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief The Auto Channel Sad month for us Brits but the show must go on. I have to start with an apology. ... Continue reading

2023 Nissan Ariya Electric Crossover Pricing

2023 Nissan Ariya Electric Crossover Pricing

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Continuing its commitment to bringing accessible electric mobility to the marketplace, Nissan today announced retail pricing for its first all-electric crossover. ... Continue reading

GM Already Fully Committed To Going Electric Still Seeks A Holy Grail

GM Already Fully Committed To Going Electric Still Seeks A Holy Grail

Collaboration focuses on increasing energy density and cost reduction in future GM EV batteries GM Ventures participates in OneD's Series C $25 million funding round PALO ALTO, Calif., and DETROIT – General Motors Co. and OneD Battery Sciences announced today the execution of a joint research development agreement fo ... Continue reading

New 2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel Unveiled at State Fair of Texas

New 2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel Unveiled at State Fair of Texas

Exceptional Off-road and Towing Capability: Available With 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel Engine ... Continue reading

The 2023 BMW Z4 Roadster Preview

The 2023 BMW Z4 Roadster Preview

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – September 27, 2022…A pure-bred roadster, more sporting and visually appealing than ever: this is the BMW Z4 for model year 2023. The latest version of the open-top two-seater incorporates a raft of detail updates, brings fresh design accents to the exterior, expands the range of standard equipm ... Continue reading

BYD Announces Pre-sale Prices of European Passenger Car Range

BYD Announces Pre-sale Prices of European Passenger Car Range

BYD announces pre-sale prices of European passenger car range Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail ROTTERDAM, Netherlands--announces the pre-sale prices of its new European passenger car range. The world’s leading manufacturer of new energy vehicles and power batteries immediately introduces three full-electric passenge ... Continue reading

The SUV for the Electric Age - Polestar 3 to Premiere on October 12th +VIDEO

The SUV for the Electric Age - Polestar 3 to Premiere on October 12th +VIDEO

Polestar 3 is a powerful, design-led electric performance SUV that appeals to the senses with a distinct shape and excellent driving dynamics. ... Continue reading

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