2011 Nissan Juke Review - VIDEO ENHANCED
Sep 7, 2010
2011 Nissan Juke. Many examined seats and instruments, goggled at the frogish headlights, or contemplated the number of bags of golf clubs that could fit under the hatch (at least four sans carts, or three passengers and three bags is our guess.) Despite what can be charitably called quirky design, the Juke was warmly ... Continue reading
2011 Ford Super Duty Pickups Review
Aug 27, 2010
By Thom Cannell Senior Editor Detroit BureauThe Auto Channel Iâve been in a drag race before, sometimes watching the lights on a pole between the lanes turn from red to green and other times watching a similar sequence above an intersection. Iâve towed heavy things behind my semiâs tractor and in the bed ... Continue reading
C.A.R. Report On Fuel Technologies
Jul 20, 2010
By Thom Cannell and Allene Stark The Auto Channel Detroit Bureau Detroit June 10, 2010; Perhaps you, like we at The Auto Channel, love cars, trucks and anything that offers mobility on wheels. Yes, bicycles, motorcycles, wheelchairs, scooters, and unicycles are included but we are talking about cars and their future. R ... Continue reading
Thom Cannell Takes a Look at One of the Most Essential Pieces of Driving Equipment: the Travel Mug
Jun 27, 2010
If you're one of those drivers who can't get into their vehicle without a cup of coffee, this is for you. By Thom Cannell We receive all kinds of PR offers at TheAutoChannel. Most involve hot cars or hot industry news. Today weâre checking out something scalding, hot coffee. Oddly, a new search for a better, less ... Continue reading
Mar 19, 2010
2010 GMC Yukon Hybrid by Thom Cannell The Auto ChannelDetroit Bureau Count me a naysayer when it comes to hybridsâmost of the time. A small car like a Toyota Corolla or Ford Fiesta with a 1.0-liter to 1.6-liter engine already gets terrific mileage, and adding another power train simply amplifies cost and complexit ... Continue reading
2010 Chicago Auto Show TACH Wrap-up
Feb 19, 2010
Chicago Auto Show 2010 By Thom Cannell and Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel Detroit Bureau How was it this year, the first year of emergence before the predicted resurgence of the automobile industry? It was a like a Presbyterian service, not an AME service or Baptist revival. In other words, restrained, more so than even De ... Continue reading
MyFord, MyLincoln - Voice Is So Passe' - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jan 17, 2010
MyFord, MyLincoln - Voice alone is so passe´, color every other car maker green with envy. SYNC, Ford Motorâs brand of in-car media interface is a total hit and seems unmatched by any competitor in the US. As their exclusive license for this technology based on Microsoft Corporationâs MS Auto platform expi ... Continue reading
2011 Ford Focus Pre-NAIAS Review
Jan 11, 2010
By Thom Cannel Forget every previous impression you have of a Ford Focus. Today Ford introduces its first truly global product, one that is nearly identical whether bought in China, Europe, or North America. It is a critical product, more so than the recently introduced Fiesta and vital to Fordâs profitability. If ... Continue reading
Return of the Five Liter Ford Mustang
Dec 30, 2009
By Thom Cannell Youâd have to be a geezer to admit you remember the original 289 âHiPoâ V8 offered in 1964 Mustang. If youâre a bit younger the original 302 cubic inch / 5.0-liter motor stirred your heart and probably initiated several conversations with law enforcement. With no disrespect to later ... Continue reading
Can the US Produce Vehicles to Compete in the World Market and Satisfy Home Markets?
Dec 11, 2009
The Dichotomy of Political Courage VS Personal Choice By Thom Cannell and Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau This week the think tank and business intelligence company CSM brought itâs annual predictions to the Automotive Press Association in Detroit. There was nothing as earthshaking as last yearâ ... Continue reading
2011 Ford Mustang - 300HP 30 MPG - A Close Up Look
Dec 7, 2009
By Thom Cannell Senior Editor Detroit Bureau The Auto Channel Dearborn Michigan, November 30, 2009; There is no other American car with enduring cult status like the perennial pony car, Mustang. It is the eternal muscle car and a purely American aspirational vehicle. It is a car that makes people smile with you and for ... Continue reading
Dec 1, 2009
By Thom Cannell Senior Editor Detroit BureauThe Auto Channel Fordâs Fiesta, a runaway hit in Europe for almost one year, launches in the US this summer. The question is will it entice Americans as it has Europeans? We think so, despite our national âbigger is betterâ attitude. We agree that many citizens ... Continue reading
2011 Ford Mustang - 300HP 30 MPG - A Close Up Look
Nov 30, 2009
By Thom Cannell Dearborn Michigan, November 30, 2009; There is no other American car with enduring cult status like the perennial pony car, Mustang. It is the eternal muscle car and a purely American aspirational vehicle. It is a car that makes people smile with you and for you, a car that cuts across gender, class, ec ... Continue reading
2009 Chevrolet Traverse 1LT 7-8-passenger Review
Aug 30, 2009
MORE: Traverse Specs and Prices-Chevrolet Buyers Guide One week with an FWD 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 1LT 7-8-passenger crossover SUV. . By Thom Cannell Detroit Bureau The Auto Channel I was in the scrum at last yearâs Chicago Auto Show when the Traverse was introduced. I had two reactions, first that Traverse was h ... Continue reading
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