News By Topic: Features

Nutson's Digest Of Top Auto News - Week Of March 7-13, 2021

Mar 14, 2021

See this past week's important, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy to digest news nuggets. ... Continue reading

2022 Jeep Wagoneer World Premire Event +VIDEO

Mar 11, 2021

Improved Intelligent All-Wheel Drive for all-new INFINITI QX60

Mar 11, 2021

Intelligent All-Wheel-Drive system for enhanced capability Innovative, direct coupling all-wheel-drive system nearly instantly sends power to the wheels with the most grip Engineers have logged hundreds of thousands of miles during testing — many in inclement weather — to confirm capabilities ... Continue reading

Canoo's New Pickup Is All Electric, All American - Ready For Work & The Weekend

Mar 11, 2021

LThe production version of the pickup truck will open for preorders in Q2 2021, "We are so passionate about building vehicles that can change people's lives," said Tony Aquila, Executive Chairman, Canoo. ... Continue reading

Auto Dealer Service Departments Make Best of Tough Situation, J.D. Power Finds

Mar 11, 2021

“When one- to three-year-old vehicles required service in 2020, dealers captured an even greater share of service visits, which is the highest level in at least five years,” said Chris Sutton, vice president of automotive retail at J.D. Power. “Dealerships made the most out of a disruptively bad situation. ... Continue reading

2021 Chicago Auto Show With No Snow - Yea!

Mar 11, 2021

Crains Chicago Business reported that Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker's office signals that Chicago’s huge convention and trade show business will be able to begin reopening by mid-summer, with the Chicago Auto Show first up for the green light. ... Continue reading

5 Ways to Snag Huge Bargains on Vehicles

Mar 10, 2021

Are you looking for a low price on a car but don't want to haggle with dealerships or individuals who place online ads? If that's the case, there's good news. You have at least five other ways to snag a great, below market deal on a vehicle. ... Continue reading

New-generation Mercedes-Maybach S-Class Sedan Priced From $184,900

Mar 10, 2021

The new-generation Mercedes-Maybach S-Class offers an elegant combination of sublime beauty, refinement and tailored craftsmanship, alongside its industry- leading innovations in terms of intelligent drive, connectivity and driving comfort. ... Continue reading

1961 Austin Healey 3000 'Lenham Car" For Sale At H&H Classics for £21,000 - £25,000

Mar 10, 2021

The car is 5cwt lighter than a standard 3000 which combined with a tuned engine producing just over 145bhp means 0-60 is achieved in around 8 seconds and when flat out in 4th gear (overdrive on 3rd and 4th) will top 115mph for anyone brave enough to try. In the documentation the current owner found with the car were va ... Continue reading

Kentucky Built Ford Super Duty Gets Appearance and Tech Upgrades

Mar 10, 2021

Available new Lariat Sport Appearance Package adds style with body-color grille, bumpers and mirrors for customers who prefer less chrome. The popular Black Appearance Package expands availability to XLT trims New colors are available inside and out, including a Baja interior for Lariat and Navy Pier and Light Slate in ... Continue reading

Hyundai Gives First Look at All New Kona N

Mar 10, 2021

In a series of teaser images, fans and enthusiasts can enjoy a first look at the latest member of the brand’s high-performance N range. ... Continue reading

Start-up Baker Uses His Volkswagen Golf to Deliver 900 Cookies a Week - and a Bit of Joy

Mar 10, 2021

Alex Reponen has always had a passion for baking. After resigning from his work in federal government service in 2015, he was open to exploring a new career. ... Continue reading

Affinitiv Helps Retailers Acquire Trade-in Inventory While Increasing Vehicle Sales

Mar 9, 2021

Quote and Trade-In Valet are two leading marketing and software solutions at Affinitiv. ... Continue reading

Kia Sorento And K5 Achieve Top 10 For The 2021 World Car Of The Year Awards

Mar 9, 2021

The Kia Sorento and K5 have both been selected to the Top 10 for this year's World Car of the Year (WCOTY) Awards. The nominations follow Kia's big wins last year, as the Telluride was named 'World Car of the Year' and the Soul EV 'World Urban Car.' Kia Sorento and K5 Achieve Top 10 for the 2021 World Car of the Year A ... Continue reading

2021 Toyota Venza Static Preview By Thom Cannell and Larry Nutson

Mar 9, 2021

DataPoints 2021 Toyota Venza: We’ve seen it, not driven yet. By Thom Cannell and Larry Nutson Michigan Bureau and Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel (LE) Toyota has brought back the Venza name, this time in a distinctive five-passenger midsize crossover that’s not based on a Camry. ... Continue reading