Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Wrapup December 15-21, 2024
Dec 22, 2024
Here are Larry's top story picks </b>from this past week's important to you, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy-to-understand automotive news nuggets. ... Continue reading
Dec 20, 2024
KIYOSU, Japan--Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. (TOKYO:7282) has acquired* a stake in EV Motors Japan Co., Ltd. ... Continue reading
Dec 19, 2024
PLANO, Texas (Dec. 19, 2024) – Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) today shared further details regarding its commitment to develop a seamless home charging experience as the company prepares to ramp up for its next-generation electrified vehicles. ... Continue reading
Dec 19, 2024
Dec. 19, 2024 Dodge is supercharging the holiday season and delivering a horsepower-packed gift down the chimney, announcing production of HEMI®-powered Dodge Durango models will continue into the 2025 calendar year. ... Continue reading
TACH Reports Madd Says Impaired Driving Risks Increase Over the Holidays Asks Everyone to Plan Ahead
Dec 19, 2024
MADD Shares a Lifesaving Message: Don’t Drive Impaired (Chicago, IL December 18, 2024) As the holiday season kicks into high gear, Mothers Against Drunk Driving is calling on everyone to prevent impaired driving by prioritizing safety. The holiday season is one of the most dangerous times of year on the roads, d ... Continue reading
TACH Reports J.D. Power-GlobalData Automotive Forecast December 2024
Dec 19, 2024
TROY, Mich.--J.D. Power: The Total Sales Forecast Total new-vehicle sales for December 2024, including retail and non-retail transactions, are projected to reach 1,520,000, a 7.3% increase from December 2023 on a selling day adjusted basis, according to a joint forecast from J.D. Power and GlobalData. December 2024 has ... Continue reading
Latest IIHS Safety News: Nineteen more vehicles close out 2024 with IIHS awards
Dec 18, 2024
Nineteen vehicles from 11 brands earn Top Safety Pick or Top Safety Pick+ awards from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety in the final group of ratings for the year. The 10 winners of the higher-tier Top Safety Pick+ award are the Ford Mustang Mach-E, Infiniti QX60, Mazda CX-70, Mazda CX-70 PHEV, Mercedes-Benz C ... Continue reading
Mazda's The Safe Bet, Tops IIHS Safety Awards Earned In 2024
Dec 17, 2024
WASHINGTON, Dec. 17, 2024 -- The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) today announced the final vehicle models earning their prestigious 2024 TOP SAFETY PICK and TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards. ... Continue reading
Cars.Com Report - American Cars, EV's, Prices, More
Dec 17, 2024
Cars.com released its 2025 Automotive Trends Report , finding that car prices will remain stubbornly high in the new year and potential tariffs could add pressure. Cars.com analyst David Greene reports that while inflation is cooling, sticker shock and affordability in the auto market remain key challenges for 2025. ... Continue reading
Dec 17, 2024
For drivers thinking about going all electric, the Toyota bZ4X just made the choice even easier. ... Continue reading
New Marketing Director at LIQUI MOLY
Dec 17, 2024
January 1, 2025, a “living legend�?? is leaving the Ulm-based lubricant specialist LIQUI MOLY: Marketing Director Peter Baumann is taking his well-deserved retirement after 39 years and numerous milestones. His successor is Marco Esser, who was previously Deputy Marketing Director. ... Continue reading
2024 Fiat 500e Chicago Car Guy Review
Dec 16, 2024
2024 Fiat 500e Affordable, all-electric city car By Larry Nutson Chicago Bureau Chief The Auto Channel The first half of 2024 is behind us. The U.S. new-car market lost some momentum in the second quarter as affordability, elevated prices and higher borrowing costs continued to weigh on consumers. ... Continue reading
Teamsters Speak Up About Unsafe Autonomous Vehicle Development
Dec 15, 2024
Teamsters Push for Good Jobs, Safe Streets While AVs Continue to Wreak Havoc on Public Roads In response to news that General Motors (GM) will halt funding for its Autonomous Vehicle (AV) subsidiary Cruise, Peter Finn, Teamsters Western Region International Vice President and President of Teamsters Joint Council 7, rel ... Continue reading
Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Wrapup December 8-14, 2024
Dec 15, 2024
Auto Central; Louisville, Kentucky, December 15, 2024; Every Sunday Larry Nutson, The Chicago Car Guy and Auto Channel Executive Producer, with able assistance from senior Detroit editor Thom Cannell from The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau, compile The Auto Channel's ... Continue reading
2025 Hyundai Tucson Limited AWD Hybrid - Review by David Colman +VIDEO
Dec 14, 2024
As more and more buyers shy away from making the daunting commitment to an EV purchase, hybrid technology has stepped in to bridge the gap between internal combustion propulsion and full-time electrification. ... Continue reading
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