News By Topic: New Vehicles

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

Toyota to Unveil Next-Generation "Mirai Concept" at 2019 Tokyo Motor Show's "Future Expo"

Oct 13, 2019

- Improvements in fuel cell technology offer up to thirty percent greater range, plus improved acceleration and performance - Totally redesigned on top of Toyota's latest modular platform to offer a superior driving experience, improved passenger comfort, and dynamic exterior styling Toyota City, Japan, Oct, 11 2019 - ... Continue reading

Hanergy Takes a Notch up in Solar Car Market

Oct 13, 2019

EV startup announced today that it plans to raise USD 25 million for 15% of its company share to fund its solar car program, including further developing its R&D in solar vehicle power system and establishing sales channels. ... 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

2019 Lexus LC500h Coupe Review by David Colman - It's E15 Approved

Oct 13, 2019

Last year we reviewed the newly introduced Lexus LC500 coupe which matched its snazzy design to a very robust 471hp V8. That combination made for such a scintillating ride that the V8 powered coupe justified the Lexus tagline, "Experience Amazing." While the 354hp, V6/hybrid version of the same car merits many of the s ... Continue reading

2019 Hyundai Tucson Limited FWD Review by David Colman - It's E15 Approved +VIDEO

Oct 13, 2019

For 2019, horsepower is up but torque is down in the new 2.4 liter version of the Tucson. Hyundai has replaced the previous 1.6 liter turbocharged engine with a non-turbo straight 4 (Theta 2.4GDI) that makes 181 hp, 5 hp more than the old turbo motor. ... Continue reading

AUTO LAB TALK RADIO LIVE FROM NYC, Saturday, October 12, 2019; WNYM Radio AM 970 7-9 AM

Oct 12, 2019

Car Question or Concern? Automotive Career Opportunity, Call Toll Free 888-692-7234 To Speak With An Auto Lab Expert Auto Lab is a 28 year old interactive automotive-focused New York area radio call-in show hosted by Professor Harold Wolchok. Each week a cadre of experienced hands-on automotive experts are in-studio wi ... Continue reading

Center For Automotive Research - Estimated Costs of the 2019 UAW-GM Strike

Oct 11, 2019

The Center for Automotive Research’s (CAR’s) estimates put the cost of the UAW-GM strike to the company at roughly USD 450 million a week and the strike pay costs to the UAW strike fund at as much as USD 12 million a week. ... Continue reading

Toyota Teases 2021 RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid Most Powerful RAV4 Yet

Oct 11, 2019

Toyota teased today what will become the most powerful RAV4 yet – the . Bringing with it a new color, Supersonic Red, the teaser image of the RAV4 plug-in hybrid highlights the new plug-in hybrid vehicle’s (PHV) surprising performance capabilities. ... Continue reading

GENESIS MOTORS NORTH AMERICA NAMES MARK DEL ROSSO CEO

Oct 11, 2019

Mark will be responsible for overseeing all Genesis operations in North America and continuing the growth of the brand. ... 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

2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Oct 11, 2019

Since its introduction, Mazda's two seat sports car has evolved through 4 production cycles (NA/NB/NC and ND). The ND, Mazda's latest interpretation of the Miata for 2019, also comes in 4 different guises. The baseline model is dubbed Club, next up comes the Grand Touring (subject of this test), followed by the retract ... Continue reading

2019 Lexus ES Review, Intersect with Luxury by Larry Nutson - It's E15 Approved +VIDEO

Oct 11, 2019

2019 Lexus ES Review; 2019 New car Review, the ES is Lexus’ highest volume sedan and third biggest volume seller behind the RX and NX crossover SUVs. And now for 2019 the seventh generation Lexus ES midsize sedan has arrived. ... Continue reading

2019 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid Limited Review by David COLMAN - It's E15 Approved +VIDEO

Oct 10, 2019

A Hybrid for Owners Who Enjoy Anonymity. Hyundai offers three distinct versions of their Prius beater, the Ioniq. At the lower end of the price range, the Hybrid retails for $21,400. ... Continue reading

2019 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Review by Thom Cannell - It's E15 Approved

Oct 10, 2019

Volkswagen’s Golf crossed the Atlantic 44 years ago as Rabbit, and in the years since 1974 has become one of the world’s best selling compact cars <!--#include virtual= ... Continue reading