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2018 Hyundai Elantra GT A Fun Hatch Review By Larry Nutson

2018 Hyundai Elantra GT A Fun Hatch Review By Larry Nutson

The front-drive GT is powered by a 162-HP 2.0-L four cylinder mated to either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic. The GT Sport’s power comes from a 201-HP turbocharged 1.6-L four cylinder mated to either a six-speed manual or a seven-speed dual clutch automatic. ... Continue reading

2018 Infiniti Q60 AWD Review By John Heilig

2018 Infiniti Q60 AWD Review By John Heilig

Externally, the Q60 features clean lines throughout with enough accent folds and creases to create interest. It didn’t hurt that our tester was the Red Sport version which, as you may have guessed, was red (Dynamic Sunston according to the Infiniti style book). The Q60 is lower and wider than the previous version tha ... Continue reading

Automotive News Digest; Week Ending November 10, 2018; Executive Producer Larry Nutson

Automotive News Digest; Week Ending November 10, 2018; Executive Producer Larry Nutson

Ford Scooter; Lincoln Chimes; Gas Prices Down; Thanksgiving Travel; MB ad Bosch Go Autonomous; Subaru Recall; Mari Hulman George RIP; Tesla Watchman; VW EV SUV ... Continue reading

AUTO LAB RADIO Saturday November 10, 2018; WNYM Radio AM 970 7-9 AM - Helping You Enjoy The Drive

AUTO LAB RADIO Saturday November 10, 2018; WNYM Radio AM 970 7-9 AM - Helping You Enjoy The Drive

Auto Lab is a 28 year old interactive automotive-focused New York City radio call-in show hosted by Professor Harold Wolchok. Featuring an in-studio panel of experienced hands-on automotive experts sharing accurate, honest, practical and street-smart car repair, automotive career opportunities and vehicle and repair bu ... Continue reading

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan - Fun and Smart Review By Larry Nutson

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan - Fun and Smart Review By Larry Nutson

Not to confuse you, but the current 5-passenger Tiguan will continue to be offered for at least a couple years. Rebadged as the Tiguan Limited, the product program for this model will be simplified in terms of features and options, and pricing will reflect a strong value position for a buyer. ... Continue reading

2018 Volvo XC60 Review By Larry Nutson +VIDEO

2018 Volvo XC60 Review By Larry Nutson +VIDEO

All totaled the bottom line hit $63,290, which is a pretty decent chunk of change. If I were buying, some of these options I would want and some maybe not. ... Continue reading

2019 Mazda CX-5 Signature Makes North American Debut

2019 Mazda CX-5 Signature Makes North American Debut

Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today introduced the 2019 Mazda CX-5 Signature at the 2018 Seattle Auto Show. The show is open to the public from November 9-12. ... Continue reading

Former Transportation Secretary Calls for Higher Gas Tax

Former Transportation Secretary Calls for Higher Gas Tax

Ray LaHood thinks President Trump should move now to increase the federal gas tax to fund infrastructure maintenance.  WASHINGTON November 09, 2018; NACS online reported that after the midterm elections, President Donald Trump should strike now to forge a bipartisan transportation deal that would fix the country’s ... Continue reading

"New Car Review: 2018 Toyota Avalon Hybrid XLE Premium" By John Heilig

"New Car Review: 2018 Toyota Avalon Hybrid XLE Premium" By John Heilig

New Car Review: 2018 Toyota Avalon Hybrid XLE Premium; I guess for old timers like myself, conservative styling is the way to go. Both my wife and I liked the Toyota Avalon particularly because of its muted styling. Oh sure, it has a few features that are over the top, but the overall impression is one of sedateness. ... Continue reading

Ford Helps Pediatric Cancer Foundation Build Dreams, Hope

Ford Helps Pediatric Cancer Foundation Build Dreams, Hope

Chattanooga, Tennessee-based Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer helps young cancer survivors heal, discover hope and a future In summer 2006, Dr. Jim Osborn and his wife Amy Jo welcomed their newborn son, Austin Hatcher, into the world. ... Continue reading

Celebrity Climate Hypocrites - Which Celebrities Are Actually Going Green With Their Vehicles?

Celebrity Climate Hypocrites - Which Celebrities Are Actually Going Green With Their Vehicles?

Many big names often preach about how the world needs to step up to deal with climate change, it can sometimes feel like we're not doing our part. However, are the rich and famous really holding up to their words? Lets look at some celebrity climate hypocrites. ... Continue reading

2018 Toyota Prius c Four Review By John Heilig

2018 Toyota Prius c Four Review By John Heilig

Our tester is the Prius c, originally intended to be the “city” version. As such it is slightly smaller in size than its cohorts, with a more conservative engine. It still offers outstanding fuel economy. ... Continue reading

NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY November 5, 2018; Mercedes; BMW, Toyota; Harley; Hyundai; Ford, Chrysler; Jeep;

NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY November 5, 2018; Mercedes; BMW, Toyota; Harley; Hyundai; Ford, Chrysler; Jeep;

Your vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall and MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If left unrepaired, a potential safety defect could lead to injury or even death. ... Continue reading

2017 Expert SUV Reviews, Specs, Crash Ratings, Service Bulletins and 4 Car Comparisons - The Auto Channel

2017 Expert SUV Reviews, Specs, Crash Ratings, Service Bulletins and 4 Car Comparisons - The Auto Channel

2017 Expert SUV Reviews, Specs, When They Were New MSRP Prices and 4 Car Comparison Tool - The Auto Channel ... Continue reading

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