News By Topic: Behind The Wheel

2019 New Car Reviews, 2019 New Truck Reviews

Sep 10, 2019

Hyundai i30 N Project C World Premiere at 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show

Sep 10, 2019

Hyundai i30 N Project C World Premiere at 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show: The Original ... Continue reading

A 2019 Motorsports Gathering at The Quail

Sep 10, 2019

The Quail is one of those car show events that sticks with you like a favorite movie in your head. As you replay the day in your mind, you remember each car and its location, each display, even the food you ate, the drinks consumed. ... Continue reading

Never Bring A Rapier To An Ethanol Gun Fight

Sep 10, 2019

Ethanol critics with glass arguments shouldn't throw stones By Marc J. Rauch Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher THE AUTO CHANNEL I have a friend in the petroleum oil business. ... Continue reading

Hybrid Vs. Diesel- Just The Bottom line Facts +VIDEO - Story Of Diesel (18 Minute)

Sep 9, 2019

Diesel or Hybrid? By Carey Russ Hybrids are trendy, and, as an automotive writer, I've had the opportunity to drive all of the current production gasoline-electric hybrid cars and a few prototypes. Knowing this, friends and acquaintances have asked me if they should buy a hybrid. The first thing I do is ask them a ques ... Continue reading

Track-Inspired Styling and Performance Unveiled For Toyota Camry TRD and Avalon TRD

Sep 9, 2019

Many Toyota enthusiasts already know the equity behind the TRD badge seen on the brand’s hardcore, off-road-ready pickups and SUVs. Now, Toyota Racing Development (TRD) brings its track tuning that blends greater agility, precision and body control with attention-grabbing design and everyday drivability to the Camry ... Continue reading

NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY - September 9, 2019

Sep 9, 2019

Recalled Vehicles: RAM; Mitsubishi; Ford; Lincoln; E-One; BMW; Rolls-Royce; McClaren; Volkswagen; Kenworth; Manac; Horton; Mack; Volvo; Cargo Express ... Continue reading

2019 Volvo XC40 Entry Luxury SUV Review by Larry Nutson +VIDEO

Sep 9, 2019

The compact crossover SUV segment is a very lucrative playing ground for an auto maker and one of the hottest segments in the marketplace. Volvo, not to be left on the sidelines. ... Continue reading

Nutsons Auto News Nuggets - Week Ending September 7, 2019

Sep 8, 2019

August Sales Trucking and Honda Sedaning Along; Average Cost Per Car Sold In August Up 2%; Bye-bye Fiat 500 In North America; UAW GM; M-B Ditches Toronto; Tesla Auto Pilot Crash (again); VW EV; Baby-In-Back Standard; Porsche Tesla Killer Launched; EPA Vs California; Mary Loves Donald; Trump To Make Nice To Farmers; Fas ... Continue reading

AUTO LAB TALK RADIO LIVE FROM NYC Saturday September 7, 2019, WNYM Radio AM 970 7-9 AM

Sep 7, 2019

Call Toll Free 888-692-7234 To Speak With An Auto Lab Expert Auto Lab is a 28 year old interactive automotive-focused New York area radio call-in show hosted by Professor Harold Wolchok. Each week a cadre of experienced hands-on automotive experts are in-studio with advice for the New York area's 12 million people, pro ... Continue reading

New Car Review: 2019 Subaru Forester Practical with a Purpose by Larry Nutson

Sep 7, 2019

Lots of changes in the 2019 model, bigger engine, ADAS, Fuel Economy, More Leg Room, More Cargo Space ... Continue reading

14 Years Ago - 2006 Pontiac Solstice Review By Bob Gordon

Sep 6, 2019

2006 Pontiac Solstice Review and Specs, the 2006 Pontiac Solstice provided me with those same true sports car attributes. The Pontiac Solstice prototype was first revealed to the world during a press event at the 2002 Detroit Auto Show. ... Continue reading

2007 Saturn Sky/Pontiac Solstice Review

Sep 6, 2019

THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2007 Saturn Sky/Pontiac Solstice Engine: 2.4-liter 4 Horsepower/Torque: 177 hp @ 6600 rpm/166 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm Transmission: 5-speed manual Wheelbase: 95.1 in. Length x Width x Height: 161.1 x 71.4 x 50.2 in. (Sky) Tires: Cargo volume: 3.8 cu. ft. ... Continue reading

2019 Mazda MX-5 Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Sep 5, 2019

Just might be the best Miata Mazda has ever produced By David Colman Special Correspondent to THE AUTO CHANNEL Over the past three decades, I have had the privilege of testing every new iteration of the Mazda Miata. Since 1989, Mazda has crafted four generations of their elemental two seat roadster. ... Continue reading

2020 Jeep Wrangler - Two New Special-Edition Wrangler Models for 2020

Sep 3, 2019

The Jeep® brand is returning the Wrangler Willys edition to the iconic SUV’s lineup and introducing the new 2020 Wrangler Black & Tan. ... Continue reading