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Mazda Launches Updated ICE Powered CX-8 in Japan

Mazda Launches Updated ICE Powered CX-8 in Japan

Mazda Motor Corporation starts taking orders today for an updated Mazda CX-8 at Mazda dealerships throughout Japan. Sales start on Nov. ... Continue reading

Lexus Vision Of Electric Vehicle LF-30

Lexus Vision Of Electric Vehicle LF-30

'LF-30 Electrified' new concept embodies the vision of Lexus' electrification - Futuristic exterior foreshadows the Lexus Electrified vehicles towards 2030 - An innovative, interior that leverages autonomous driving technologies, a newly designed cockpit, and other advancements - Boasting four in-wheel electric motors, ... Continue reading

Official Release From Nissan: 2020 Nissan TITAN XD Preview

Official Release From Nissan: 2020 Nissan TITAN XD Preview

New 2020 TITAN XD offers the comfort of a light duty truck with the towing confidence of a heavy duty hauler Retuned 5.6-liter Endurance® V8 – with 400 horsepower and 413 lb-ft of torque – now matched with new 9-speed automatic transmission Bold new exterior with unique grille designs features powerful front end, ... Continue reading

2019 Volkswagen Jetta SE Review by John Heilig

2019 Volkswagen Jetta SE Review by John Heilig

THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig MODEL: 2019 Volkswagen Jetta SE ENGINE: 1.4-liter turbocharged 4 TRANSMISSION: 8-speed automatic HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 147 hp @ 5,000 rpm/184 lb.-ft. @ 1,400 rpm WHEELBASE: 105.7 in. ... Continue reading

2019 Subaru Crosstrek Plug-In Hybrid Review By John Heilig

2019 Subaru Crosstrek Plug-In Hybrid Review By John Heilig

REVIEWED MODEL: 2019 Subaru Crosstrek Plug-In Hybrid ENGINE: 2.0-liter Boxer 4 TRANSMISSION: Lineartonic CVT HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 123 hp @ 5,600 rpm (148 combined horsepower)/134 lb.-ft. @ 4,400 rpm WHEELBASE: 104.9 in. ... Continue reading

2019 Lexus LS 500 Vs. 2019 Toyota Avalon by Andrew Frankl

2019 Lexus LS 500 Vs. 2019 Toyota Avalon by Andrew Frankl

European Bureau Chief The Auto Channel March 20, 2019; Or should I say 111 thousand Lexus meet Toyota’s 44 thousand Avalon. No, dear reader, I am not making this up . The price difference is a staggering 67 or so thousand dollars. ... Continue reading

Ford Ranger STX (1995) Review

Ford Ranger STX (1995) Review

Ford Ranger STX (1995)Review ... Continue reading

2013 Ram 1500 Express Rocky Mountain Review

2013 Ram 1500 Express Rocky Mountain Review

When it came time to make changes for the 2013 model year, rather than dramatic exterior changes, they went with more of a minor refresh. It fits, given that the Ram 1500 was already a great-looking truck. That doesn't mean there haven't been other drastic changes, however. On the inside, the Ram 1500 received a ton of ... Continue reading

Chevrolet Colorado 4x4 LT Real World Review And Insights" Plus 20 Years Of Colorado Specs - By Steve and Phil Purdy

Chevrolet Colorado 4x4 LT Real World Review And Insights" Plus 20 Years Of Colorado Specs - By Steve and Phil Purdy

I decided to shop around and do some research with help from The Auto Channel. Looking at the Tacoma, the Colorado and the Nissan Frontier I immediately crossed the Nissan off the list after driving it. The Nissan was spartan in its accommodations and rather cheap feeling over bumps, just not a good fit, and to be perf ... Continue reading

NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY - October 21, 2019

NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY - October 21, 2019

Your BMW, Chevrolet, Honda, Starcraft, Jayco, vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall and MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. ... Continue reading

2019 BMW X5 xDrive40i Review By John Heilig

2019 BMW X5 xDrive40i Review By John Heilig

THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig Senior Editor and Bureau Chief Mid-Atlantic Bureau The Auto Channel REVIEWED MODEL: 2019 BMW X5 xDrive 40i ENGINE: 3.0-liter twin turbo I-6 TRANSMISSION: 8-speed automatic with sport-manual shift modes HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 335 hp @ 5,500-6,500 rpm/330 lb.-ft. @ 1,500-5,200 rpm WHEELBASE: 117. ... Continue reading

2019 Lexus LS 500 - Living The Life Of Luxury Review by Larry Nutson +VIDEO - It's E15 Approved

2019 Lexus LS 500 - Living The Life Of Luxury Review by Larry Nutson +VIDEO - It's E15 Approved

The Lexus LS was made longer, lower and wider with the 2018 re-do. It now rides on 123-inch wheelbase and stretches out at 206.1 inches in overall length. The LS covers up a good bit of real estate but on the plus side there’s plenty of room in the cabin to travel in comfort. ... Continue reading

First Drive Review By Larry Nutson - 2019 RAM Truck Of The Year +VIDEO - It's E15 Approved

First Drive Review By Larry Nutson - 2019 RAM Truck Of The Year +VIDEO - It's E15 Approved

If you’ve followed pickup truck news in the last couple years you know there has been lots of discussion on body materials. The new 2019 Ram has a new frame that features 98 percent high-strength steel. The body is steel, and to improve light-weighting and fuel efficiency, the new Ram has an aluminum hood and tailgat ... Continue reading

Ford Escape, Ford Explorer Join Ford Expedition With Tricked-out Makeovers for SEMA 2019

Ford Escape, Ford Explorer Join Ford Expedition With Tricked-out Makeovers for SEMA 2019

The all-new 2020 Ford Escape and Explorer make their debut at the annual Specialty Equipment Market Association show, joining Ford Expedition with tricked-out builds highlighting the latest trends in customization. ... Continue reading

New Car Review: 2019 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring AWD Review by David Colman

New Car Review: 2019 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring AWD Review by David Colman

8.5 Stars Out Of 10 Stars By David Colman Special Correspondent to The Auto Channel Mazda sport utilities come in three different sizes. At the lowest price point (starting at $21,500), the CX-3 offers 146hp in a 168 inch long body that seats 5. ... Continue reading

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