News By Topic: Larry Nutson

2021 BMW X5 xDrive45e - Review by Larry Nutson

Oct 19, 2021

A few years back I drove the first iteration of BMW’s X5 plug-in hybrid (PHEV), the new-for-2016 X5 xDrive40e. This was BMW’s first PHEV core production model. ... Continue reading

2021 Subaru Crosstrek - Review by Larry Nutson

Oct 19, 2021

The global microchip shortage has impacted car sales for nearly every brand. Subaru’s June sales were down about 20% due to lack of vehicles on dealer’s lots. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap-up: October 10-16, 2021

Oct 17, 2021

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-digest news nuggets. ... Continue reading

2021 Chrysler Pacifica AWD Review by Larry Nutson

Oct 14, 2021

Many buyers of an SUV do so because they say they want all-wheel drive. Well, now on the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica and you’ll be able to get an all-weather capable, seamless and fully automatic all-wheel-drive (AWD) system. ... Continue reading

2021 Land Rover Defender - Review by Larry Nutson

Oct 14, 2021

2021 Land Rover Defender Review British Empire Legend few weeks back I had my first spin in the new Land Rover Defender. As things go, I got to take another. ... Continue reading

2021 MINI Cooper SE Countryman ALL4 PHEV Review By Larry Nutson

Oct 13, 2021

About four months ago I spent time with the all-electric battery powered 2020 MINI Cooper SE 3-door Hardtop. This is the automaker’s first BEV, an all-electric model. ... Continue reading

2021 Kia Sorento Review By Larry Nutson

Oct 12, 2021

The first quarter of 2021 is behind us as we all continue to move slowly through the pandemic tunnel with us now seeing some light at its end. Auto industry sales have been slowed a bunch over the last year but things are now opening up. ... Continue reading

2021 Kia Seltos Review | Value Plus by Larry Nutson +VIDEO

Oct 11, 2021

2021 Kia Seltos Review - Automakers keep loading the market with new SUV models. 2021 Kia Seltos Review ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap-up - October 3-9, 2021

Oct 10, 2021

The past week's important, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented by auto experts in an expertly crafted easy-to-digest news nuggets ... Continue reading

2021 GMC Yukon Denali Review - 3 Across Child Seating by Larry Nutson

Oct 9, 2021

In mid-September I had my first drive experience with the all-new 2021 GMC Yukon. That drive was quite literally a quick spin. ... Continue reading

2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E - Review by Larry Nutson

Oct 7, 2021

Mustang Mach-E is already surpassing its gasoline powered sibling. Ford has produced 27,816 so far in 2021, more than the 26,089 standard Mustangs that have rolled off the assembly line. ... Continue reading

2021 GMC Yukon First Drive - Review by Larry Nutson +VIDEO

Oct 6, 2021

GMC’s full-size SUV, the Yukon, is extensively new for 2021. As part of the Yukon’s market roll-out the GMC team dropped a Yukon Denali at my doorstep for a 24-hour whirlwind evaluation. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap-up: Sept 26 - October 2, 2021

Oct 3, 2021

The past week's important, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy-to-digest news nuggets. ... Continue reading

2021 Kia K5 - Review by Larry Nutson

Oct 1, 2021

Kia pulled out all the stops for this replacement for its long-running Optima midsize sedan, adding performance and optional all-wheel drive. The Optima was a bellwether of Kia’s steady march from econo-brand to a design and value leader. The K5 continues that, generating interest in the sedan as SUVs surged to 65% o ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap-up Sept 19-25, 2021

Sep 26, 2021

* Data from AutoPacific's recent EV Study shows that customer demand for pure battery-electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids is expected to steadily rise whereas demand for traditional hybrids has continued to mostly plateau. In fact, 7% of current ICE vehicle owners intend to purchase an EV next time. ... Continue reading