News By Topic: Editorials and Commentary

New Car Review: 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI Rabbit Edition Review By John Heilig - It's E15 Approved

Oct 8, 2019

When it comes to automobiles, I am schizophrenic. My demographic group and my hair color lead me to large, comfortable American sedans. However, I was weaned on small British sports cars and the thrill of driving a fun small car is still in my blood. AGE By John Heilig Senior Editor and Bureau Chief Mid-Atlantic Bureau ... Continue reading

2019 Mazda CX-5 Diesel First Review From Larry Nutson

Oct 7, 2019

A Mazda Diesel? Really? I made a few purposeful highway drives to see what kind of MPG I could get. I was pleasantly surprised that the CX-5 diesel was getting 40 to 41 mpg. That’s much better than the EPA ratings. I tried a couple different driving styles on these highway drives. For one drive I kept no more than 5 ... Continue reading

A Final Message From Our Friend T.Boone Pickens

Oct 7, 2019

The following message from T. Boone Pickens was written prior to his passing on September 11, 2019. Mr. Pickens’ website and social media accounts are now being maintained by T. Boone Pickens Foundation team members. ... Continue reading

Audi picks up two more IIHS safety awards

Oct 7, 2019

The 2019 Audi A7 and the 2019 Audi Q3 each qualify for a safety award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety when equipped with specific headlights. The A7, a large luxury car, qualifies for a Top Safety Pick award, while the Q3, a small SUV, qualifies for the higher-tier Top Safety Pick+ award. ... Continue reading

2020 Honda Civic Preview And Official Prices And MPG

Oct 7, 2019

Civic Sport trim offers energetic style, performance and value Honda Sensing® and automatic high beams standard across lineup 10th-generation Civic is the retail best-selling passenger car in America TORRANCE, Calif. – October 7, 2019Thoroughly refreshed last year, the 2020 Honda Civic Sedan and Coupe begin arriving ... Continue reading

2019 Subaru Forester Review From Andrew Frankl

Oct 7, 2019

I have yet to meet anyone who complained about a Subaru. It isn’t beautiful, it isn’t oh my God doesn’t it look just amazing, no. It is like a fridge or a dishwasher-utility on wheels. Furthermore it is not trying to be anything else-solid, reliable, economical and will run for years and years. ... Continue reading

Letter from Europe- Jag I-Pace, Dodge Charger And Just In Time For The Holiday's A Great Car Book Authored By A Great Car Guy

Oct 7, 2019

Letter from Europe by Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief I had the honor of being part of the CAR magazine team which presented the Car of the Year trophy to Sir William Lyons, boss of Jaguar back in 1969. Things have changed somewhat but my association to the great marque is as great as ever. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Auto News Nuggets - Week Ending October 5, 2019

Oct 6, 2019

News Nuggets: UAW strike against GM at 3 Weeks; Detroit-3 automakers report 3rd QTR sales; FCA to pay $40 mill to settle SEC charges; VW rebuffs German on rigged diesel cars; Shanghai to dump up to 120,000 older stinky diesel trucks; 2020 Chevy Corvette Stingray features new features; WSJ reports new safety features ma ... Continue reading

New Truck Review: 2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro 4x4 Dbl Cab by David Colman - It's E15 Approved +VIDEO

Oct 6, 2019

You won't find much new at Tacoma headquarters this year unless you happen to be an off- road enthusiast. But if you find the notion of plunging into the scenery appealing, then you'll be ecstatic to discover what Toyota has done to upgrade their sportiest version of the compact Tacoma pickup. ... Continue reading

2019 Nissan Altima SV Review by John Heilig - It's E15 Approved

Oct 6, 2019

REVIEWED MODEL: 2019 Nissan Altima SV ENGINE: 2.5-liter DOHC I-4 TRANSMISSION: Xtronic CVT HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 188 hp @ 6,000 rpm/180 lb.-ft. @ 3,600 rpm WHEELBASE: 111.0 in. ... Continue reading

2019 Hyundai Kona Ultimate FWD Review by Mark Fulmer - It's E15 Approved

Oct 5, 2019

In a world full of labels, the Hyundai Kona gets tagged as a compact crossover SUV. That is a fairly apt description of its size and price, but only tells part of the story. ... Continue reading

2019 Honda Civic 1.5T 4D Touring Review by David Colman - It's E15 Approved

Oct 5, 2019

You may have noticed that Honda's official description of this sedan includes the abbreviation "4D." Lest you think the company has invented a new level of automotive reality, let me assure you that even the latest Civic has yet to break through 3D to achieve 4D. ... Continue reading

AUTO LAB TALK RADIO LIVE FROM NYC, Saturday, October 5, 2019; WNYM Radio AM 970 7-9 AM

Oct 5, 2019

Car Question or Concern? Automotive Career Opportunity, Call Toll Free 888-692-7234 , 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 team of experienced hands-on automotive experts take listener's calls with advice for the New Yo ... Continue reading

2019 Kia Optima SX Review by John Heilig - It's E15 Approved

Oct 4, 2019

REVIEWED MODEL: 2019 Kia Optima SX ENGINE: 2.0-liter turbocharged 4 TRANSMISSION: 6-speed automatic HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 245 hp @ 6,000 rpm/260 lb.-ft. @ 1,350-4,000 rpm WHEELBASE: 110.4 in. ... Continue reading

2019 Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD Review By John Heilig

Oct 3, 2019

Overall, the Mazda CX-9 is a true pleasure to drive ... Continue reading