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2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Review by Marc J. Rauch +VIDEO

2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Review by Marc J. Rauch +VIDEO

The everyman-roadster from Mazda is better than ever The Mazda Miata is special to me for two reasons: First, it was born the same year that The Auto Channel launched our first automotive television series (1989). It was also the first entirely new vehicle that we featured in Episode 1 of that series, and it was the fi ... Continue reading

2016 Lincoln MKX - Self-driving, Almost! A Review By Larry Nutson +VIDEO

2016 Lincoln MKX - Self-driving, Almost! A Review By Larry Nutson +VIDEO

2016 LINCOLN MKX Self-driving, almost! By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau Chief The Auto Channel (DSC_4379) Self-driving or autonomous cars have been in the news a lot lately. So much so that you might think they will be hitting the streets any day now. Well, don’t hold your breath. Nearly all the aut ... Continue reading

McCall’s 25th Motorworks Revival

McCall’s 25th Motorworks Revival

Rob Eckaus, Editor The Auto Channel Gordon and Molly McCall celebrated the 25 th anniversary of the Motorworks Revival on Wednesday, August 17 th with a proper party that continues to evolve. It had all the requisite aircraft, cars, appetizers, and ambiance. This year a live DJ at 9pm was joined by a live drummer and v ... Continue reading

2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid SEL Premium Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO

2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid SEL Premium Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO

The Jetta Hybrid is the most fun-to-drive way to save fuel DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS If the fuel economy potential of a hybrid is appealing but you also actually like driving and have so far seen hybrids as boring transportation appliances for people who hate cars, Volkswagen has something that might be of ... Continue reading

F-1 Notes: The Summer’s Over – Back To Work Boys!

F-1 Notes: The Summer’s Over – Back To Work Boys!

Nicholas Frankl Senior Editor and Motorsports Correspondent. The drivers and teams are all back from the enforced summer break, when the teams shut off their emails and send staff packing! It’s a great way to recharge the batteries when ‘you don’t have homework’ as Alonso commented upon arriving at SPA, where t ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Digest - August 22-28 2016: Ford Recall, Tesla Punch, Color Matters, Pony Drive Home, RX-9, Nissan Minivan, Pebble, Canyon Nu

Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Digest - August 22-28 2016: Ford Recall, Tesla Punch, Color Matters, Pony Drive Home, RX-9, Nissan Minivan, Pebble, Canyon Nu

* Tesla is adding punch, range and speed to its top model, the $134,500 Tesla Model S P100D sedan. Now you can go from zero to 60 in 2.5 seconds and drive for 315 miles on a charge. The "Ludicrous" mode will cost $10,000 if you wan to upgrade your existing P90D model. * Long time World of Outlaws sprint car champion St ... Continue reading

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Auto Lab Live - Car Comment or Concern? Call 888-692-7234 Saturday 7-9 AM (EDT) ... Continue reading

2016 Chrysler 300C Platinum AWD Review By Steve Purdy

2016 Chrysler 300C Platinum AWD Review By Steve Purdy

2016 Chrysler 300C Platinum AWD Review By Steve Purdy Includes 1998 Chrysler Mercedes-Benz Merger Video ... Continue reading

2016 BMW 340i XDrive Review +VIDEO By John Heilig

2016 BMW 340i XDrive Review +VIDEO By John Heilig

2016 BMW 340i XDrive Review By John Heilig ... Continue reading

MichBio Responds to Flawed University of Michigan Research Study on Biofuels and Greenhouse Gas Emissions

MichBio Responds to Flawed University of Michigan Research Study on Biofuels and Greenhouse Gas Emissions

ANN ARBOR, Mich.—MichBio, the biosciences industry association in Michigan, issued the following statement today regarding the release of a University of Michigan research study that claims the rising use of biofuels in the U.S. has led to a net increase in carbon dioxide emissions associated with global warming. Pro ... Continue reading

On-line Retailer Amazon Enters Automotive Editorial Space - So What's Innovative or Improved, Amazon?

On-line Retailer Amazon Enters Automotive Editorial Space - So What's Innovative or Improved, Amazon?

Amazon Vehicles, a Car Research Destination and Automotive Community Customers can now view specifications, images, videos, and customer reviews for thousands of new and classic car models on Amazon.com In addition to researching cars, customers can ask other owners questions about their vehicle and quickly find parts ... Continue reading

2016 MINI Cooper Clubman -The Maxi MINI - Review By Larry Nutson

2016 MINI Cooper Clubman -The Maxi MINI - Review By Larry Nutson

2016 MINI Cooper Clubman -The Maxi MINI - Review By Larry Nutson ... Continue reading

First Drive: 2016 Mini Clubman Cooper S Review by Henny Hemmes +VIDEO

First Drive: 2016 Mini Clubman Cooper S Review by Henny Hemmes +VIDEO

By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor STOCKHOLM - September 2015: Never before, there has been a Mini as large as the new Clubman. Nor has there been one that would fall within the term "premium." But with the arrival of the 2016 Mini Clubman more things have changed. The new generation Clubman is based on the new 5-d ... Continue reading

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2016 LEXUS ES 350 REVIEW

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2016 LEXUS ES 350 REVIEW

In regards to the Lexus sedan lineup, the ES 350 is the more affordable mid-sized luxury choice while still offering loads of style and convenience and a smooth ride – however, a bevy of optional packages are available to give it additional interior gloss. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Digest - August 14-21, 2016; Woodward, Pebble Beach, Audi Talks, DOJ Talks To VW, GT Extended Engagement, And More

Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Digest - August 14-21, 2016; Woodward, Pebble Beach, Audi Talks, DOJ Talks To VW, GT Extended Engagement, And More

* This middle week in August is the traditional time for two of the most important car events in the country - the Woodward Dream Cruise in Detroit and the Monterey Car Week culminating in the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance on Sunday. The former celebrates the automobile and motorcycle interests of everyman with ev ... Continue reading

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