News By Topic: Larry Nutson

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

Nov 3, 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

2019 Ford Edge 12 Years On, Review by Larry Nutson - It's E15 Approved

Nov 2, 2019

I drove a 2007 Ford Edge for two years. Back then it was the second vehicle in our household. ... Continue reading

Winter Tires ARE Worth It! - The Correct Tires Really Do Matter +VIDEO

Nov 1, 2019

Most every new vehicle today is equipped with all-season tires. This includes cars, minivans, SUVs and pickups. ... Continue reading

2019 Jeep Cherokee Capable and Authentic - Review by Larry Nutson +VIDEO

Oct 30, 2019

Everything is new from the A-pillar forward. The hood is now lightweight aluminum, with its leading edge a bit higher flowing into the 7-slot Jeep grille. Flanking the grille are new Bi-LED projector headlamps and daytime running lights (DRL) that are both brighter and nicely styled. ... Continue reading

2019 Volvo S60 Review by Larry Nutson

Oct 28, 2019

2019 Volvo S60 Made in America By Larry Nutson Executive Producer and Bureau Chief Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel . Despite the growing SUV and crossover market, a number of surveys support that there is still a decent interest in the marketplace for sedans. When things finally stabilize we’ll probably end up with s ... Continue reading

2019 Volkswagen Jetta Fast and Also Efficient - Review By Larry Nutson +VIDEO - It's E15 Approved

Oct 28, 2019

Back in the world of everyday car usage, I recently had my second opportunity behind the wheel of the new Jetta. The Habanero Orange 2019 Jetta R-Line turned heads just like the Bonneville Jetta did. ... Continue reading

2019 BMW Z4 Roadster Review by Larry Nutson

Oct 24, 2019

The base price of the new Z4 is $49,700. For that you get a 255-horsepower twin turbo 2.0-L 4-cylinder that will go from stop to 60 mph in 5.2 seconds. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Automotive News Digest - Week Ending October 19, 2019

Oct 20, 2019

* Crain Pulls Plug On Iconic Autoweek Magazine; GM Strike Continues; Harley Electric Bike Problems; Korean Batter Maker Smiling; FCA Fined $79 Million; Ford Doubles Down On Electric; SEMA Sues; F1 Report; IMSA Gets New President. ... Continue reading

2019 Lexus LS 500 - Living The Life Of Luxury Review by Larry Nutson +VIDEO - It's E15 Approved

Oct 20, 2019

The Lexus LS was made longer, lower and wider with the 2018 re-do. It now rides on 123-inch wheelbase and stretches out at 206.1 inches in overall length. The LS covers up a good bit of real estate but on the plus side there’s plenty of room in the cabin to travel in comfort. ... Continue reading

First Drive Review By Larry Nutson - 2019 RAM Truck Of The Year +VIDEO - It's E15 Approved

Oct 20, 2019

If you’ve followed pickup truck news in the last couple years you know there has been lots of discussion on body materials. The new 2019 Ram has a new frame that features 98 percent high-strength steel. The body is steel, and to improve light-weighting and fuel efficiency, the new Ram has an aluminum hood and tailgat ... Continue reading

2019 BMW X4 First Drive Review By Larry Nutson

Oct 16, 2019

2019 BMW X4 A crossover for the sporty set. The usual approach for the introduction of a new vehicle to the automotive media is for an automaker to find a location with good driving roads, descent weather, reasonable access to an airport, and a suitable hotel as well as food. The launch program for the new 2019 BMW X4 ... Continue reading

2019 Mazda3 AWD Hatchback Review By Larry Nutson

Oct 14, 2019

2019 Mazda3 Hatchback Out on the open-road is very truth-telling; it’s where you see the best and the worst of a car. When the 2019 Mazda3 Hatchback showed up for my test drive I did as I most often do and headed out to take some photos. ... Continue reading

Auto Channel Exclusive (ACE)-2019 Nissan Leaf Plus Review By Larry Nutson

Oct 14, 2019

Auto Channel Exclusive (ACE)= 2019 Nissan Leaf Plus Going electric with confidence More often than not change comes about slowly. This is the case with the switch to battery-powered pure electric vehicles from the internal combustion engine type. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Top Automotive News Nuggets, Week Ending October 12, 2019

Oct 13, 2019

GM Strike; 48V Movement; Tesla Insurance Questions And Lazy Owners; Driver Assistance Semantics; California EV Power Cutoff, No Power No Charge No Go; Car Owners Confusing Mobility Desires; Porsche and Boeing Venture; Toyota Spiffs Up Fuel Cell Mirari; Black Flag For Ford GT Racing; Corvette C8.R Previews; New NASCAR B ... Continue reading

20:20 Vision at the Midwest Automotive Media Association Fall Rally

Oct 11, 2019

Twice each year the Midwest Automotive Media Association (MAMA) produces new vehicle driving programs for its members. I’m one of those members and just recently participated in the MAMA Fall Rally held at the Autobahn Country Club in Joliet, Illinois. ... Continue reading