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2017 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Review By Seve Purdy

2017 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Review By Seve Purdy

The mixed and complex powertrain is a charmer consisting of a substantial 9.8 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery, a 50 kW permanent magnet synchronous electric motor/generator, efficient 2.0-liter, 4-cylinder, Atkinson cycle, gasoline, direct injected engine and a smooth, sophisticated 6-speed automatic transmission. ... Continue reading

Go In Snow - 2017 Jeep Compass Latitude 4X4 Review By John Heilig

Go In Snow - 2017 Jeep Compass Latitude 4X4 Review By John Heilig

The Jeep Compass is a serious player in the small SUV segment. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Automotive News Digest Sep 25-Oct 1, 2017; New VW Warranty; Ford 30,000 Lb Tow'er Pick-up; California Confused; Toyota Hybrid Plants Coming To America; Cadillac Super Cruise; RIP Joe Bailon, Hugh Hefner

Nutson's Automotive News Digest Sep 25-Oct 1, 2017; New VW Warranty; Ford 30,000 Lb Tow'er Pick-up; California Confused; Toyota Hybrid Plants Coming To America; Cadillac Super Cruise; RIP Joe Bailon, Hugh Hefner

TACH's "take" on this past week's automotive news in easy to "catch up" news nuggets. For More search the past 25 year's millions of (Indexed By Google) pages of automotive news, automotive stories, articles, reviews, archived news ... Continue reading

2017 BMW 540i Review By Larry Nutson

2017 BMW 540i Review By Larry Nutson

I enjoyed driving this 540i for its comfort and refinement combined with its sporty nature and responsive driving dynamics. I happen to also like that you don’t see yourself coming and going with the exclusivity this premium midsize sedan brings. ... Continue reading

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 ACURA MDX REVIEW

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 ACURA MDX REVIEW

The main rival to the Acura MDX is the Lexus RX350, but extends to other high-performing utility vehicles such as the Lincoln MKZ, Infiniti FX37 and Volvo XC90. ... Continue reading

AUTO LAB TALK RADIO FROM NYC SATURDAY MORNING! 7-9 AM (SEPTEMBER 30 2017)

AUTO LAB TALK RADIO FROM NYC SATURDAY MORNING! 7-9 AM (SEPTEMBER 30 2017)

The Auto Lab Radio Show LIVE every Saturday 7 to 9 AM On New York City's WNYM Radio AM 970 and Streamed Worldwide On The Auto Channel This Weeks Show Broadcast Date: SEPTEMBER 23, 2017 This Weeks Show Is Listen Only, Best Of Auto Lab - No Calls This Week Auto Lab is a 28 year old interactive automotive-focused New York ... Continue reading

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER 3.0 GT REVIEW

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER 3.0 GT REVIEW

The Outlander is pitted against some heavy hitters like the Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot, Mazda CX-9, Kia Sorento and at least a half a dozen others all vying to be your next family vehicle. Redesigned just last year, changes for this model include a standard 6.1-inch touchscreen and rearview camera; optional Apple C ... Continue reading

First Drive Semi-Autonomous 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class +VIDEO

First Drive Semi-Autonomous 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class +VIDEO

By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor The Auto Channel LISBON, March 2016. When the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class was unveiled at the Detroit auto show in January, there was already a lot written about its active and passive safety systems. Last summer, I joined a Mercedes-Benz tech-day where the new MB technologies were ... Continue reading

Car Review: HEELS ON WHEELS REVIEW : 2017 MINI Convertible Cooper FWD

Car Review: HEELS ON WHEELS REVIEW : 2017 MINI Convertible Cooper FWD

I drove a 2017 MINI Cooper Convertible with the turbocharged 189-horsepower 2-liter four-cylinder engine featuring the six-speed manual Getrag transmission, shift paddles, and MINI driving modes (Sport, Mid and Green). Available as base, S, or John Cooper Works trim, my loaded S trim featured the following standard equ ... Continue reading

2017 Mazda6 Review By Steve Purdy

2017 Mazda6 Review By Steve Purdy

2017 MAZDA6 Review by Steve Purdy In fact, sedans of all sizes constitute a shrinking segment as crossovers continue to grow in share. ... Continue reading

With Electrification, Volvo Has a Good Story for Investors

With Electrification, Volvo Has a Good Story for Investors

By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor Thew Auto Channel The Hague, September 26,2017. Recently, Volvo Cars announced that from 2019 all new models will be hybrid or fully electric. ... Continue reading

2017 Lexus LX 570 4WD Living Large - Review By Larry Nutson

2017 Lexus LX 570 4WD Living Large - Review By Larry Nutson

At 200 inches long, with seating for up to eight, and able to tow up to 7000 lbs., the 2017 Lexus LX 570 is ready for the highway. ... Continue reading

2017 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO

2017 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO

Lincoln MKZ Hybrid combines luxury comfort with good fuel economy, and new style DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS Lincoln has been re-invented once again, with a new design language introduced on its new premium Continental. Which also graces its other sedan, the entry-luxury MKZ. ... Continue reading

2017 Kia Forte S Drive and Review By Larry Nutson

2017 Kia Forte S Drive and Review By Larry Nutson

2017 Kia Forte S Drive and Review By Larry Nutson ... Continue reading

Commentary From J.D. Power: Who Best to Help Consumers Understand Auto Tech Features?

Commentary From J.D. Power: Who Best to Help Consumers Understand Auto Tech Features?

She didn't think she needed autonomous vehicle features when she first bought her car, but now she can't live without them; park assist system on my new sport-utility vehicle. Yes, it was helping me park but, at the same time, the noise was making me incredibly nervous.One day, it stopped. ... Continue reading

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