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Auto Channel Exclusive: 2019 Hyundai Kona Ultimate FWD Review by David Colman - It's E15 Approved +VIDEO

Auto Channel Exclusive: 2019 Hyundai Kona Ultimate FWD Review by David Colman - It's E15 Approved +VIDEO

Fanatical attention to detail, trim quality, and intelligent design work. In 2018, Hyundai introduced the Kona as their smallest SUV, first hitter in a stout lineup that includes the incrementally larger Tucson, and the still bigger Santa Fe and Santa Fe XL. The Kona is perfectly sized for daily urban work. ... Continue reading

2019 Ford Ranger Supercrew Lariat Review by John Heilig - It's E15 Approved

2019 Ford Ranger Supercrew Lariat Review by John Heilig - It's E15 Approved

REVIEWED MODEL: 2019 Ford Ranger Supercrew Lariat ENGINE: 2.3-liter Ecoboost 4 TRANSMISSION: 10-speed automatic HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 270 hp @ 5,500 rpm/310 lb.-ft. @ 3,000 rpm WHEELBASE: 126.8 in. ... Continue reading

2019 Dodge Challenger Hellcat Redeye Widebody Review +VIDEO - It's E15 Approved

2019 Dodge Challenger Hellcat Redeye Widebody Review +VIDEO - It's E15 Approved

They should call it the Wide-eye because that’s what happens when the throttle is pinned to the floorboard. The 797 horsepower Dodge Challenger Hellcat Redeye is basically a “detuned” Dodge Demon engine with some carryover features in a Hellcat Widebody. ... Continue reading

2019 BMW X4 xDrive 30i Road Test and Review By Larry Nutson

2019 BMW X4 xDrive 30i Road Test and Review By Larry Nutson

The Auto Channel The X-models in BMW’s overall lineup are categorized by BMW as Sport Activity Vehicles. They’re crossover SUVs, in industry terms. ... Continue reading

2019 Nissan Pathfinder SL 4WD Rock Creek Edition Review by John Heilig - It's E15 Approved

2019 Nissan Pathfinder SL 4WD Rock Creek Edition Review by John Heilig - It's E15 Approved

2019 Nissan Pathfinder SL 4WD Rock Creek Edition ENGINE: 3.5-liter V6 TRANSMISSION: Xtronic CVT HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 284 hp @ 6,400 rpm/259 lb.-ft. @ 4,800 rpm WHEELBASE: 114.2 in. ... Continue reading

2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4MATIC Review By Larry Nutson - Luxury and Innovation

2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4MATIC Review By Larry Nutson - Luxury and Innovation

I say the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4MATIC is exhilarating to drive, whether in be on city streets, along an interstate or carving through some scenic back roads, a very well balanced car that can go from the sublime to the aggressive. Mercedes say the E-Class Sedan (and Wagon) are the most advanced vehicles in the Merc ... Continue reading

New Car Review 2019 Mazda MX-5 RF; More Power = More Fun Review by Larry Nutson

New Car Review 2019 Mazda MX-5 RF; More Power = More Fun Review by Larry Nutson

The Mazda MX-5 is, well, pure fun. With it’s new found power, light weight, balanced steering and nicely tuned and compliant suspension you really can’t ask for much more. Plus, it’s really affordable. At Autobahn Country Club I tossed it into corners and the car just eats it. Step into the throttle on exit, zoom ... Continue reading

2019 Lincoln Navigator Luxury At Its Best | Review By Larry Nutson - It's E15 Approved

2019 Lincoln Navigator Luxury At Its Best | Review By Larry Nutson - It's E15 Approved

Gone is a V8 engine. All Navigators are powered by a 450-horsepower twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V6. Also gone is the former 6-speed automatic and now a 10-speed automatic is standard. EPA test-cycle ratings for the Reserve 4X4 are 18 mpg combined with 16 city mpg and 21 highway mpg. Other models, which I’ll mention i ... Continue reading

2019 Parts Counter Professional of The Year

2019 Parts Counter Professional of The Year

Counter Pro of the Year Award named Pete Chapman of Car Parts Warehouse the 2019 Counter Professional of the Year. ... Continue reading

SPECIAL VIDEO FEATURE: "Never Stop Driving" - The Story Behind the Hagerty Book

SPECIAL VIDEO FEATURE: "Never Stop Driving" - The Story Behind the Hagerty Book

The Auto Channel is proud to present a wonderful video feature produced and directed by Mark Ducker of Wild Road Pictures. The video describes how and why Hagerty Insurance published "Never Stop Driving," a new book by Hagerty magazine Editor-In-Chief Larry Webster. ... Continue reading

Gentleman And Ladies Start Your Investing, So Much For Keeping It In The Family - Penske Buying Indianapolis Speedway and INDY Racing (Full Press Conference Transcript)

Gentleman And Ladies Start Your Investing, So Much For Keeping It In The Family - Penske Buying Indianapolis Speedway and INDY Racing (Full Press Conference Transcript)

Hulman & Co. today announced the sale of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Hulman & Company and certain subsidiaries to Penske Entertainment Corp. The Penske firm is a subsidiary of Penske Corporation. ... Continue reading

2019 Lexus LX570 5-Dr SUV Review by David Colman

2019 Lexus LX570 5-Dr SUV Review by David Colman

At night, the LX ingratiates itself when you open any passenger door. That's when you'll see the initials "LX" projected onto the ground by the courtesy lights that come with the $1,190 Luxury Package. ... Continue reading

An Open Letter To Car Guy John Schnatter

An Open Letter To Car Guy John Schnatter

Dear John; Sorry I had to try to reach out to you this way but trying to find your e mail is like trying to find a lost Z28 or finding a pineapple pizza in Brooklyn. I know that you are the guy everyone in your family and circle of friends considers their go-to-guy for car opinions. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Automotive News Nuggets - Week Ending November 2, 2019

Nutson's Automotive News Nuggets - Week Ending November 2, 2019

Automotive News Nuggets: Fiat Chrysler and French automaker Peugeot's Groupe PSA have agreed to merge; Ford and UAW Agree To Settle; Car Makers Agree To Support Trump Over California; California Adjusts Rich Man EV Rebates; Tokyo モビリティ Show Showing; Autonomous Less; But Not In Detroit; Scooter Litter; AM Moto ... Continue reading

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