News By Topic: California

Nutson's Auto News Weekly Wrapup-Week September 24-30, 2023

Oct 1, 2023

Larry's picks among the past week's important, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy-to-understand automotive universe news nuggets. ... Continue reading

2023 Lexus LC 500 Coupe - Review by Mark Fulmer

Oct 1, 2023

This LC Coupe from Lexus is a head-turner inside and out. It basso profundo annouces its arrival and the pointed LED head and tail lights give it a sci-fi weapon look that you expect to spit out laser beams to fry the boxy passenger shuttle SUVs. ... Continue reading

Transportation News Straight From The Horses Mouth

Sep 29, 2023

The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story. Click on the press release headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are available for download. ... Continue reading

2023 Toyota Prius Limited – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Sep 29, 2023

In my wildest dreams, I never thought I would be singing the praises of the Toyota Prius. ... Continue reading

2023 Acura Integra A-Spec Tech - Review by Mark Fulmer

Sep 29, 2023

For those of you over 50 "sick" means "very outstanding" in today's challenged vocabulary. You can call it a sedan or a hatchback but in either case it is simply a hot driving, cool sounding, smooth stick-shifting drivers car. ... Continue reading

BEV Honda Prologue SUV Anticipated EPA Range Rating of 300 Miles

Sep 28, 2023

September 28, 2023 — TORRANCE, Calif. Honda’s first all-electric SUV expected to receive an EPA range rating of 300 miles1 on a full charge; DC fast charging capable Simple and clean neo-rugged styling led by Honda designers in Los Angeles Complements Honda SUV lineup with fun-to-drive dynamics and generous interio ... Continue reading

Plug-in Vehicles: Honda and Acura Make Agreements with EVgo and Electrify America Networks

Sep 28, 2023

Honda, will create a new high-powered fast charging network American Honda Motor Co., Inc. today announced that it has reached agreements with EVgo and Electrify America, plus roaming network partners, giving Honda and Acura EV customers access to more of the largest charging networks in North America. ... Continue reading

2023 Honda HR-V AWD EX-L - Review by Mark Fulmer

Sep 27, 2023

Should you read other reviews of this new HR-V, you'll read about it being somewhat underpowered, but I take exception to that. There are plenty of drivers who could care less about 0-60 numbers and whose priorities include reliability, practicality, and cost effectiveness. The 2023 HR-V AWD EX-L has a very good, quiet ... Continue reading

MIT Explains: How did China come to dominate the world of electric cars?

Sep 26, 2023

MIT Tech Review Explains From generous government subsidies to support for lithium batteries, here are the keys to understanding how China managed to build a world-leading industry in electric vehicles. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Auto News Weekly Wrap-up September 17-23, 2023

Sep 24, 2023

See this past week's important, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy-to-understand automotive universe news nuggets. ... Continue reading

2024 KIA NIRO EV MSRP AND SPECS

Sep 22, 2023

IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 22, 2023 -- Kia America is pleased to announce pricing for the 2024 Niro EV. ... Continue reading

E85 Offers Massive Savings as Gasoline Prices Rise

Sep 22, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 21, 2023 -- Prices for E85 in California are offering savings of more than two dollars per gallon as the cost of gasoline has continued to increase. ... Continue reading

2023 Toyota Camry SE Hybrid Nightshade - Review by Bruce Hotchkiss +VIDEO

Sep 21, 2023

I like EVs but the charging situation drives me nuts. What is the answer? Hybrids! Take the 2023 Toyota Camry Hybrid as a perfect example. ... Continue reading

2023 Lexus LC 500 Coupe – Review by David Colman

Sep 21, 2023

Few are the cars that will spike your heart rate while driving them. Fewer still are those that will cause palpitations while just looking at them. Fewest of all are those that do both while costing under $100,000. With a base price of $93,450, the 2023 Lexus LC 500 we drove checks all three boxes ... Continue reading

Automotive News Mid-Week Updates

Sep 20, 2023

It may not be obvious to auto industry followers, but the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) has been meeting this week and will be providing an update on the federal funds rate later today. The UAW strike is our industry’s headline right now, of course, but loan rates are having a far greater impact. ... Continue reading