Car Review: HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 CHRYSLER PACIFICA REVIEW
Aug 1, 2017
I drove a 2017 Chrysler Pacifica with a 287-horsepower 3.6-liter V6 engine and a nine-speed automatic transmission. Available in a base LX, Touring, Touring (with Plus and L Packages), Limited and Hybrid (with Premium or Platinum packages), my Pacifica Limited trim came with the following standard features: upgraded Na ... Continue reading
2017 Chevrolet Volt Premier + VIDEO
Aug 1, 2017
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS The second-generation Chevy Volt is stylish, economical, and yes, even fun to drive The second generation of Chevrolet’s Volt debuted for 2016, and goes into 2017 unchanged. No changes needed, as it’s lighter, more powerful, and more efficient than its predecessor, offering aro ... Continue reading
Kia Motors Introduces Niro Skill For Amazon Alexa
Jul 31, 2017
After the Niro crossover captured a segment award in the 2017 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study, Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced the Niro Skill for Amazon Alexa to deliver instant access to product information for the Niro Crossover vehicle, direct to consumers. The Niro Skill for Amazon Alexa will offer produc ... Continue reading
Los Angelas Metro Award BYD Largest Electric Bus Order
Jul 28, 2017
Los Angeles CA July 27, 2017; In a unanimous vote, the Board of Los Angeles Metro, one of the largest transportation systems in the United States, voted to award a contract for 60 40-foot all-electric buses to local manufacturer BYD. According to BYD, this is among the largest single contracts for electric buses in US ... Continue reading
2017 Volkswagen Dune Convertible Review - Midlife Auto-Mobility On Big Sur And More
Jul 28, 2017
I pick up a Sandstorm Yellow Metallic 2017 Dune Beetle convertible in San Jose for a press evaluation trip and a chance to see an old sweetheart in Monterey who recently suffered a broken kneecap, sprained ankle and wounded pride. From our medical maladies came a fresh longing to rekindle our youth with auto-therapy. A ... Continue reading
Auto Dealers Support White House, Congressional Decision to Scrap the BAT
Jul 27, 2017
"The framework released today by Congress and the Trump administration places the tax reform train squarely back on its tracks," said AIADA President Cody Lusk. "The border adjustment tax would have driven up costs on everyday goods and put Americans out of work. Now that it's off the table, and the business community ... Continue reading
2017 Nissan Armada Review - Room For Eight +VIDEO By Larry Nutson
Jul 27, 2017
It’s Nissan’s Year of the Truck. What does that mean? In short, by the end of 2016, nearly 85% of Nissan’s truck and SUV offerings will be new. That amounts to more than 500,000 sold vehicles annually. Nissan has already introduced a new full-size crew-cab 2016 Titan XD pickup. Now Nissan is rolling out an all-ne ... Continue reading
10 Most Awarded Cars, Brands of 2017 by Kelley Blue Book's KBB.com
Jul 26, 2017
IRVINE, Calif., July 26, 2017 -- With more than 350 new cars to choose from each year, the biggest challenge for consumers lies in sifting through all of them to find the most exceptional vehicle to fulfill their individual wants and needs. To provide shoppers with short lists they can use to start their new-car resear ... Continue reading
Hyundai Sonata Named One Of The '10 Most Awarded Cars Of 2017' By Kelley Blue Book
Jul 26, 2017
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., July 26, 2017 -- Capping off a successful award season, the 2017 Hyundai Sonata has earned a spot on Kelley Blue Book's KBB.com "10 Most Awarded Cars of 2017" list. In addition, Hyundai was one of the "10 Most Awarded Brands of 2017," with vehicles throughout its lineup being honored for their ... Continue reading
Jul 26, 2017
Kia Motors America (KMA) was honored when two of its popular models – the 2017 Kia Optima midsize sedan and 2017 Kia Sportage SUV – were named among the top 10 Most Awarded Cars of 2017 by Kelley Blue Book's KBB.com, a trusted source for consumers in the automotive space. ... Continue reading
Landmark Research Shows Cannabis Users Reject Stoned Driving, Embrace Testing
Jul 26, 2017
Cannabis consumers like to pair their favorite plant with music, hiking, dining and lots more. But one thing a majority of them reject — mixing marijuana and driving. ... Continue reading
Automotive Financing and Remarketing: Is the Bubble About to Burst?
Jul 25, 2017
CARMEL, Calif.—New car sales have reached a plateau, automotive consumer debt is at a record $1.2 billion, and used car values are at their lowest levels in 6 years. Some analysts fear a bubble. ... Continue reading
RepairPal: Top Cities Most (and Least) Impacted by Automotive Recalls
Jul 25, 2017
SAN FRANCISCO, July 25, 2017 -- RepairPal.com, the nation's leading automotive repair web resource, released a study today compiling user activity data and recall information to see which major metro areas are the most, and least, impacted by recalls. Despite the recent news about major automotive recalls throughout th ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 MAZDA6 REVIEW
Jul 25, 2017
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 MAZDA6 REVIEW HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE MAZDA6 VEHICLE The Mazda6 stands out for its sportiness where reasonably priced sedans are concerned, hoping to attract the eye of those who have lost interest in some of segments regulars (the Accor ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 LEXUS GX 460 REVIEW
Jul 25, 2017
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE GX 460 VEHICLE Large and in charge – with a load of luxury in between – might not sum up the three-row Lexus GX 460 with all the grace it deserves, but it sure denotes its rugged abilities at a time where most utility vehicles have ... Continue reading
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