News By Topic: 2013 New Vehicle Reviews

2013 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ AWD Rocky Mountain Review By Dan Poler

Dec 28, 2012

2013 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ V6 Review By Dan Poler Rocky Mountain Bureau The Auto Channel Representing the small crossover category, the current Chevrolet Equinox was introduced for the 2010 model year. Not much has changed in the intervening time outside of availability of options and packages, but 2013 brings a nice u ... Continue reading

1st Drive: 2013 Ford C-Max Energi SEL Plug-in Hybrid & Senior Driver Notes

Dec 27, 2012

FORD TARGETS TOYOTA PRIUS HYBRID WITH THE LONGEST CAR NAME EVER by Marty Bernstein Senior Editor-at-large The Auto Channel Hybrid. What is a hybrid? In automotive terms it’s a vehicle that gets better mileage. But according to an online dictionary, hybrid is defined as anything derived from heterogeneous (not comp ... Continue reading

First Drive Review: 2013 Hyundai Genesis 2.0T R-spec Coupe Review Plus Senior Driver Notes

Dec 26, 2012

MY FIRST CHOICE SPORT COUPE COMBINES STYLE, PERFORMANCE, AMENITIES & VALUE by Marty BernsteinSenior Editor-at-large Auto writers lead a tough life. We get to drive at least one new car a week, every week of the year and then report our objective opinions about the vehicle. Naturally some we like more than others. The n ... Continue reading

2013 Volvo S60 T5 AWD Review By Carey Russ

Dec 24, 2012

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2013 Volvo S60 T5 AWD Volvo had an interesting launch strategy for the second generation of its S60 sedan -- first came the high-performance version, the six-cylinder, 300-horsepower T6, for 2011. The entry-level T5 showed up later, for model year 2012, but even then was eclipsed b ... Continue reading

A Message from Johan de Nysschen to Infiniti Owners and Fans

Dec 24, 2012

Nashville Tn December 23, 2012; Dear Infiniti fans: We love you dearly. And we know you love the brand. Which means it's only natural that you may feel surprised by the announcement that we plan to change our nomenclature philosophy. No one likes change. It was a tough decision. ... Continue reading

2013 Jeep Wrangler Moab Edition Review By Holly Reich

Dec 23, 2012

By Holly Reich Special to Bumper to Bumper Automotive Journalist If you drive around in a 2013 Jeep Wrangler two-door with a canvas top you can expect to get a lot of second looks. The experts agree. For the third year in a row, the Wrangler was the ‘Hottest 4×4 SUV’ at the Specialty Equipment Market Assoc ... Continue reading

2013 Cadillac ATS Urban Car of the Year Review By Steve Purdy

Dec 23, 2012

MORE INFO Cadillac ATS Specs, Prices, Reviews, Comparisons-Cadillac Buyers Guide (1997-Present) Is The 2013 Cadillac ATS Your Perfect New Car Match? 2013 CADILLAC ATS Urban Car of the Year By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau One of those glitzy events during the North American (Detroit) International Auto ... Continue reading

2013 Audi Q7 TDI quattro Review By Steve Purdy

Dec 23, 2012

MORE INFO Audi Q7 Specs, Prices, Reviews, Comparisons In Audi Buyers Guide (1997-Present) Is The 2013 Audi Q7 Your Perfect New Car Match? By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau Now, here’s a concept I can sink my teeth into – a large, luxurious, 7-passenger SUV with torquey diesel engine, all-wheel ... Continue reading

2013 Nissan Altima Drive and Review By Larry Nutson

Dec 23, 2012

2013 Nissan Altima Evolutionary and Revolutionary by Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel (DSC_1414) Nissan brought the Altima to the U.S. market about 20 years ago. Now in its fifth-generation, the all-new 2013 Nissan Altima is getting a good share of attention from American car buyers and thus ... Continue reading

Fireball Tim Smitten By 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT "Shark"

Dec 21, 2012

BY Fireball Tim Lawrence HOLLYWOOD USA - December 21, 2012: Again, it’s about the feeling with cars. I sound like a broken record sometimes, but the fact remains that like us, cars have individual personalities. It’s an assemblage of the talents of the individuals who created them. An aggregation; like an Ave ... Continue reading

2013 Lincoln MKT 3.5L with EcoBoost AWD Review By John Heilig

Dec 21, 2012

THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG THE AUTO CHANNEL SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2013 Lincoln MKT AWD Engine: 3.5-liter Ecoboost V6 Horsepower/Torque: 365 hp @ 5,700 rpm/350 lb.-ft. @ 1,500-5,250 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 117.9 in. Length/Width/Height: 207.6 x 79.9 x 67.4 in. Tires: P255/45R20 Cargo volume: 17. ... Continue reading

2013 Ford Mustang Musings By Carey Russ

Dec 19, 2012

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2013 Mustang Mania The original pony car, the car for which the class is named, gets freshened more than a bit for model year 2013. And, although the new grille and splitter, standard HID headlights, and restyled rear panel with LED taillights are the most noticeable aspects, "new" ... Continue reading

Toyota's 2013 Avalon to Offer World's First Application of Qi Wireless In-Car Charging

Dec 19, 2012

The 2013 Toyota Avalon Limited will be the first vehicle available in the world that offers in-console Qi wireless charging for Qi–enabled mobile phones and devices as part of a Technology Package, available for both the gasoline and hybrid version of the new Avalon Limited, which also includes Dynamic R ... Continue reading

2013 Range Rover Named Best SUV By Playboy Magazine

Dec 18, 2012

MAHWAH, NJ December 18, 2012; Land Rover North America announced today that the all-new 2013 Range Rover has been named ‘Best SUV’ of 2013 by Playboy magazine. "Being named Playboy Magazine’s SUV of 2013 is a great way to go into the New Year,” said Kim McCullough, Brand Vice President, Land Rover N ... Continue reading

2013 Toyota Avalon First Drive Results With Senior Test Drive Comments By Marty Bernstein +Video

Dec 18, 2012

METAMORPHIS OF THE NEW 2013 TOYOTA AVALON SEDAN by Marty Bernstein Senior Editor-at-large The Auto Channel Going to test drive the new 2013 Toyota Avalon, if you’re expecting just a few minor changes in one of Toyota’s favorite vehicles … forget it! This is a totally new 2013 Avalon. It is nothing like t ... Continue reading