CENTER FOR AUTOMOTIVE RESEARCH MANAGEMENT BRIEFING SEMINARS – DAY TWO
Aug 2, 2017
A big topic of conversation continues to be around autonomous and self-driving vehicles, some of which we reported on yesterday with the Continental Automotive- and Magna-supported drive from Detroit to Canada to Traverse City making for the first international drive of automated cars. While most experts think level 4 ... Continue reading
2016 Dodge Charger R/T Scat Pack Review By John Heilig
Aug 2, 2017
2016 Dodge Charger R/T Scat Pack THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig Senior Editor Mid-Atlantic Bureau The Auto Channel REVIEWED MODEL: 2016 Dodge Charger R/T Scat Pack ENGINE:6.4-liter HEMI V8 TRANSMISSION: 8-speed automatic with paddle shifters HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 485 hp @ 6,000 rpm/475 lb.-ft. @ 4,200 rpm WHEELBASE: 120.2 i ... Continue reading
2017 Kia Forte5 SX Review By John Heilig
Aug 1, 2017
Surprise! The Forte5 (there’s a sedan version as well) offered good ride quality with a minimum of road noise. Road noise was dependent on road surface. On concrete a significant amount of road noise entered the cabin, making enjoyment of the audio system and basic conversation difficult. However, on smoother road su ... Continue reading
2017 Kia Soul! Turbo Review By Larry Nutson
Aug 1, 2017
What’s more interesting is that you can have all this added power and get even better fuel economy. The Soul Exclaim (!) has slightly better EPA ratings than the other models. ... Continue reading
MBS Day One - Computer Upgrades Could Cause Car "End Of Life" Senerio
Aug 1, 2017
Could manufacturers' elimination of long term computer upgrades cause ... Continue reading
CENTER FOR AUTOMOTIVE RESEARCH MANAGEMENT BRIEFING SEMINARS – DAY ONE
Aug 1, 2017
By Steve Purdy The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau The annual gathering of auto industry movers and shakers in pristine northern Michigan is now in its 52nd year. Beginning with barely more than a couple dozen execs at a luxury hotel in downtown Traverse City, the conference now fills the massive Grand Traverse Resort wit ... Continue reading
Car Review: HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 CHRYSLER PACIFICA REVIEW
Aug 1, 2017
I drove a 2017 Chrysler Pacifica with a 287-horsepower 3.6-liter V6 engine and a nine-speed automatic transmission. Available in a base LX, Touring, Touring (with Plus and L Packages), Limited and Hybrid (with Premium or Platinum packages), my Pacifica Limited trim came with the following standard features: upgraded Na ... Continue reading
2017 Chevrolet Volt Premier + VIDEO
Aug 1, 2017
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS The second-generation Chevy Volt is stylish, economical, and yes, even fun to drive The second generation of Chevrolet’s Volt debuted for 2016, and goes into 2017 unchanged. No changes needed, as it’s lighter, more powerful, and more efficient than its predecessor, offering aro ... Continue reading
Jul 30, 2017
* According to the J.D. Power 2017 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study, for the 13th consecutive year Porsche topped the overall marque ratings, earning an impressive 884 APEAL score. It was followed by newcomer Genesis (869) and then BMW (855), Audi (854) and Mercedes-Benz (851). * GM has p ... Continue reading
2017 Volvo S60 T5 AWD Dynamic Review By John Heilig
Jul 29, 2017
THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig Senior Editor Mid-Atlantic Bureau The Auto Channel REVIEWED MODEL: 2017 Volvo S60 T5 AWD Dynamic ENGINE: 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4 TRANSMISSION: 8-speed Sportronic automatic HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 240 hp @ 5,600 rpm/258 lb.-ft. @ 1,500 rpm WHEELBASE: 109.3 in. ... Continue reading
2017.5 Nissan Rogue Review By Steve Purdy
Jul 29, 2017
2017.5 NISSAN ROGUE Review by Steve Purdy The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau The last time we reviewed a Nissan Rogue was during a road trip to Nashville, Tennessee in 2015. We found it an excellent traveling vehicle and you can read that story HERE Since that time Rogue has been updated, most recently for the 2017 model ... Continue reading
POET Responds to Court Decision on RFS Volumes
Jul 28, 2017
POET CEO Jeff Broin responded to today's decision by thee U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia, which struck down the EPA's methodology for lowering the 2016 volumes under the Renewable Fuel Standard: "Today's decision is a victory for U.S. drivers and everyone who supports clean, American-made fuel. "Con ... Continue reading
2017 Volkswagen Dune Convertible Review - Midlife Auto-Mobility On Big Sur And More
Jul 28, 2017
I pick up a Sandstorm Yellow Metallic 2017 Dune Beetle convertible in San Jose for a press evaluation trip and a chance to see an old sweetheart in Monterey who recently suffered a broken kneecap, sprained ankle and wounded pride. From our medical maladies came a fresh longing to rekindle our youth with auto-therapy. A ... Continue reading
A Shunpiker’s Journal New Web Site; Concours d’Elegance of America at St. John’s
Jul 27, 2017
And . . . this weekend is the Concours d’Elegance of America at St. John’s where I’ll be one of the artists in the Invitational Automobile Fine Art Show. Hope you’ll all stop by and say Hello! Friday 1PM to 4Pm and Saturday 10AM to 4PM we’ll be in the “Garden Gallery” on the east side of the Inn, and that ... Continue reading
AUTO LAB RADIO LIVE FROM NYC THIS SATURDAY (July 27 2017) MORNING! 7-9 AM
Jul 27, 2017
Auto Lab In-Studio Auto Experts Discuss: Repairs, Second Opinions, Regular Maintenance, How To's, Safety, Used and New Car Buying, Ombudsmen Suggestions ... Continue reading
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