NACTOY Reveals 2022 North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year™ Award Winners +VIDEO
Jan 11, 2022
After three rounds of independently verified voting stemming from hundreds of hours of test driving, research and evaluation, the winners are:North American Car of the Year™: Honda Civic North American Truck of the Year™: Ford Maverick North American Utility Vehicle of the Year™: Ford Bronco ... Continue reading
Big Car Dealer Groups Buying Up More Franchised New Car Dealerships
Jan 11, 2022
The AIADA newsletter reported that some of the nation’s biggest auto dealer chains are betting in the most direct way that some of the changes in auto retailing since the COVID-19 pandemic are here to stay. As a result many big auto dealer chains are buying up other dealerships at a record pace, according to firms th ... Continue reading
2021 Nissan Kicks - Review by Larry Nutson
Jan 11, 2022
Through three-quarters of 2021 Nissan overall sales are up 23 percent. Although, the last quarter has seen some declines due to the ongoing microchip shortage and the impact on vehicle production. ... Continue reading
2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited - Review by Mark Fulmer
Jan 11, 2022
Under the hood of the 2021 Sonata Hybrid sits a 2.0-liter inline-4 with a 6-speed automatic, a 51-hp motor, and a 1.62-kwh lithium-ion battery for a combined system output of 192 horsepower. Power is pushed to a 6-speed automatic and a front-wheel drive. ... Continue reading
The 2023 BMW iX M60 – the best of three worlds: i, X, and M.
Jan 10, 2022
Range of 280 miles (preliminary EPA estimate). MSRP $105,100 plus $995 destination and handling. US market launch in June 2022. ... Continue reading
2022 Toyota Corolla Cross Close-up
Jan 10, 2022
PLANO, Texas – For more than 50 years, Corolla has been synonymous with dependability, fuel efficiency, safety and value – and today, Toyota is evolving the series even further. Based on the ever-popular Corolla sedan, the all-new 2022 Corolla Cross, which made its U.S. debut today, is the bold compact crossover yo ... Continue reading
NHTSA Car and Truck Recall Summary (Official) January 10, 2022
Jan 10, 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
2021 Volkswagen Atlas - Review By Bruce Hotchkiss +VIDEO
Jan 10, 2022
I haven't driven a VW in some time so when the Atlas was offered I enthusiastically said "Yes!" My first impression of the Atlas was that it seemed huge. It isn't really but I think its styling makes it seem that way. ... Continue reading
2021 Acura TLX Type S Performance Tire – Review by David Colman +VIDEO
Jan 10, 2022
It's highly unusual for a manufacturer to include "Performance Tire" in their official description of a vehicle. In the case of the TLX Type S the identifier serves as a quick way to differentiate the "S" version of the TLX from the more prosaic Standard, A-Spec and Advance models of this attractive sedan. ... Continue reading
2021 Subaru Outback - Review By Larry Nutson
Jan 10, 2022
I spent some time behind the wheel of the new Outback driving both on the road and off-road trails in California’s North Coast. I drove paved roads sitting just 85 ft above the Pacific’s crashing waves and off-road trails climbing a couple thousand feet into the surrounding hills through forests of redwoods. ... Continue reading
Preview: 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV
Jan 8, 2022
Chevrolet will expand its EV lineup in fall 2023 to include the Equinox EV, an affordable, functional compact SUV that will start at an estimated MSRP of around $30,0001 in the U.S. The Equinox EV, which will be launched with both fleet and retail versions, including LT and RS trims, will leverage GM’s Ultium Platfor ... Continue reading
Hyundai Wins Three Categories of Best Car to Buy 2022 Awards
Jan 8, 2022
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Jan. 7, 2022 -- The Hyundai IONIQ 5, Sonata Hybrid and Elantra N have each won The Car Connection Best Car to Buy 2022 Awards in the Hatchback, Hybrid and Sports Car categories. ... Continue reading
2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS - 63 It's Magnetorheological Review By Dan Poler
Jan 7, 2022
And such it is with the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS 63: A technological wonder . ... Continue reading
On Global EV Sales - Numbers and Potential Consequences
Jan 6, 2022
Special To The Auto Channel By Gary S. Vasilash Transportation Editor, Gardner Business Media The distribution of EVs and potential implications, why lean still matters even with supply chain issues, where there are the most industrial robots, a potential coming shortage that isn’t a microprocessor, mapping tech and ... Continue reading
Jan 6, 2022
It is no secret that the U.S. auto industry is struggling with low inventory due to chip shortages and supply chain issues. Low inventory is not only affecting dealerships, but also manufacturer websites, according to the J.D. Power 2022 U.S. Manufacturer Website Evaluation Study,SM —Winter, released today. ... Continue reading
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