News By Topic: Editorials and Commentary

First Drive: 2016 Toyota Prius Review by Henny Hemmes +VIDEO

Feb 25, 2016

By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor THE HAGUE - February 25, 2016: Until last November I would never have guessed that I a Toyota Prius would ever be called a dynamic car. Never say never, a saying that now refers to the Prius. When the California test route of our first drive event lead us from Laguna Niguel to El ... Continue reading

Too Many Gizmos? - Technology Woes Continue to Drive Up New Car Problems - JD Power

Feb 24, 2016

2016 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study, which finds technological problems are increasing and impacting reliability measures. The full release, with brand/model ranks in charts and commentary, is below. Please let me know if I can send you a media summary with more information and connect you to Renee Stephens of J.D. P ... Continue reading

Why Takata Air Bags Explode

Feb 24, 2016

DETROIT FEB. 24, 2016; Tom Krisher writing foer the AP reported that scientists hired by the auto industry have determined that multiple factors — including moisture and high humidity — can cause some Takata air bags to inflate with too much force and hurl shrapnel at drivers and passengers. The Independent T ... Continue reading

Consumer Reports' 2016 Top Car and Truck Picks

Feb 23, 2016

Ford F-150 named top pickup truck for first time in 17 years YONKERS, NY — Seven new vehicles made Consumer Reports’ 2016 Annual Top Picks list—the Mazda MX-5 Miata, Kia Sorento, Toyota Sienna, Toyota Camry, Lexus RX, Honda Fit, and Ford F-150¬—in each of their respective categories. The redesign ... Continue reading

TOYO CELSIUS "Variable Conditions" Tire Review By Steve Purdy

Feb 23, 2016

TOYO CELSIUS "Variable Conditions" Tire Review By Steve Purdy ... Continue reading

2016 Lexus IS 200t Heels on Wheels Review

Feb 23, 2016

HEELS ON WHEELS 2016 LEXUS IS 200t REVIEW By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE LEXUS IS 250 VEHICLE Not necessarily a new car for Lexus, this entry-level luxury sedan replaces the 250 IS with a now-turbocharged 2-liter engine capable of delivering additional horsepower. Another clear ben ... Continue reading

New Cars For Rich Guys - Rank and Compare $55,000-$490,700 Convertibles, Coupes, SUVs, Sedans, Pickups, Wagons By 100+ Criteria and Specs (If Your Not Too Exhausted)

Feb 22, 2016

compare and see specs, reviews and prices of $100,000 plus Sedans, $100,000 plus Convertibles, $100,000 plus Coupes,$100,000 plus SUV's, $80,000 Pickups ... Continue reading

2016 Honda Coupe Overview Plus Complete Specs, Accessories, Safety Features, Interior Details, Body Details, Audio and Connectivity

Feb 22, 2016

2016 Honda Civic Coupe, Complete Specs, new 10th-generation Civic represents one of the most comprehensive and ambitious new-model developments ever undertaken by Honda, requiring an unprecedented commitment of R&D resources and Honda engineering prowess. While the development of the Civic Coupe, together with the Civi ... Continue reading

Hot Pizza Delivered Hot Another Hot Idea From Domino's

Feb 22, 2016

By Martha Hindes Senior Editor Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel How does one pamper a pizza when driving? Putting it on the passenger seat where it can slide to the floor isn’t ideal. Neither is putting it in the trunk where it can freeze or at least chill during cold weather. That’s a challenge faced by tens ... Continue reading

Fireball Tim's Malibu VLOG - Classy Cars and Classic Cars +VIDEO

Feb 21, 2016

HOLLYWOOD USA - February 21, 2016: Hollywood Car Designer and Host Fireball Tim takes us on a weekly automotive journey through his show FIREBALL MALIBU VLOG. Top episodes this week include a drive in the 2016 $220K Mercedes GWagon, a visit to the Petersen Automotive Museum for cars from 1910-20, the 2016 Chevrolet Cam ... Continue reading

Nutson's Mega-Tweet Sized Auto News Factoids W/O February 15-21, 2016

Feb 21, 2016

* The auto companies seem more and more done with fighting to make an impact at auto shows. Automotive News reports that now Mazda may skip the Paris show this fall. "Paris is a "huge" show, said Mazda Europe CEO Jeff Guyton, but it is difficult for Mazda to make an impact because it is dominated by France’s domes ... Continue reading

Broken Car? Buying A Car? Auto Enthusiast? - Let's Talk About - AUTO LAB Saturday February 20, 2016

Feb 20, 2016

February 20, 2016 Car Question? Call Toll Free 888-692-7234 Auto Lab is a 27 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 with advice for the New York area's 12 million people, prov ... Continue reading

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2016 ACURA ILX REVIEW

Feb 19, 2016

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2016 ACURA ILX REVIEW ... Continue reading

2016 Nissan Maxima SR Review By John Heilig

Feb 17, 2016

2016 Nissan Maxima SR Review By John Heilig ... Continue reading

2016 Chicago Auto Show Highlights By Steve and Thom, News, Photos and Video

Feb 15, 2016

HIGHLIGHTS OF 2016 CHICAGO AUTO SHOW By Steve Purdy and Thom Cannell The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau Photos by Thom Cannell Lede Photo Cannell_2016 Chicago_Intro-0122 The Chicago Auto Show claims to be the biggest in the country. They are accurate in terms of actual floor space (over a million square-feet) and number ... Continue reading