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2018 Toyota Prius c Review By Larry Nutson

2018 Toyota Prius c Review By Larry Nutson

The Prius c I drove for this review is just a tad over 162 inches long which makes for easy maneuvering into tight parking spaces. Plus, under the rear hatch you get a decent 17 cu.ft. of cargo space, which gets larger when you fold the rear seats. And, there’s seating for five, although perhaps only four average siz ... Continue reading

Enjoy The Drive: 2018 Volkswagen Atlas Review and Road-trip By Steve Purdy

Enjoy The Drive: 2018 Volkswagen Atlas Review and Road-trip By Steve Purdy

Atlas is VW’s first foray into the popular 7-passenger CUV market dominated by the GM competitors (Buick Enclave and Chevy Traverse), Nissan Pathfinder, Ford Explorer and many, many others. Most are categorized as mid-size but often feel more full-size. Just about every manufacturer, both luxury and mainstream, compe ... Continue reading

Chinese Car Company GAC Delays US Sales Plan

Chinese Car Company GAC Delays US Sales Plan

Chinese automaker Guangzhou Automobile Group may delay plans to sell vehicles in the United States because of the escalating trade spat between the world's two biggest automaking nations. The company in January said it would introduce a seven-seat SUV, called the GS8, in the U.S. next year, and it solicited dealers in ... Continue reading

Ole' The Audi A1 becomes the second premium car made in Spain after the Audi Q3

Ole' The Audi A1 becomes the second premium car made in Spain after the Audi Q3

The new Audi A1 will enhance synergies and efficiencies with SEAT Ibiza and Arona Martorell, 08 October 2018. - Production of the Audi A1 is already underway in Martorell. ... Continue reading

The Midwest Automotive Media Association Hosted Nearly 80 Media Members to Experience 70 Vehicles at its Annual Fall Rally

The Midwest Automotive Media Association Hosted Nearly 80 Media Members to Experience 70 Vehicles at its Annual Fall Rally

Joliet, Illinois (Oct. 8) – The Midwest Automotive Media Association (MAMA) held its annual Fall Rally last week, where nearly 80 media members gathered to test-drive 70 of the industry’s latest cars, trucks and SUVs. ... Continue reading

Important NHTSA Recall Info That MAY Affect Your Vehicle

Important NHTSA Recall Info That MAY Affect Your Vehicle

To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, Mercedes, Subaru, Kia, Land Rover, Honda, Alfa Romeo, RV's, Trucks and Trailers ... Continue reading

NEW CAR REVIEW: 2018 SUBARU IMPREZA REVIEW BY STEVE PURDY

NEW CAR REVIEW: 2018 SUBARU IMPREZA REVIEW BY STEVE PURDY

Our first slide into the driver’s seat triggered a little thrill when I realized we have the manual transmission. A five-speed manual is the starting point for the Impreza powertrain. A CVT is optional on the lower trim levels and standard on the top. Only one engine powers the Impreza, a tepid, 2.0-liter boxer that ... Continue reading

Enjoy The Drive: 2018 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4WD Review By John Heilig

Enjoy The Drive: 2018 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4WD Review By John Heilig

Overall, the Pathfinder is a good package, Styling is in the Nissan mode and interior space and practicality are excellent. ... Continue reading

VOLKSWAGEN CHATTANOOGA HITS PRODUCTION MILESTONE OF 100,000 ATLAS SUVS

VOLKSWAGEN CHATTANOOGA HITS PRODUCTION MILESTONE OF 100,000 ATLAS SUVS

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (Oct 5, 2018) — Volkswagen Chattanooga announced today that it achieved a production milestone with the completion of the 100,000th Volkswagen Atlas. ... Continue reading

Automotive News Digest; Week Ending October 6, 2018 Edited By Larry Nutson

Automotive News Digest; Week Ending October 6, 2018 Edited By Larry Nutson

FCA Outsells Dragging Ford In September US Sales; Fairer NAFTA Deal; GM Listening In; Toyota Hybrid Recall; Subaru Recall; CR Says Cadillac Controls Better Than Tesla; Ford Looking At Overseas Partners; NASCAR Changes; Bondurant High-speed Driving School Goes Bankrupt; Bullitt @50 ... Continue reading

2019 Subaru Ascent, Living Large - Review By Larry Nutson

2019 Subaru Ascent, Living Large - Review By Larry Nutson

The all-new 2019 Ascent is the largest Subaru ever. Ascent is a three-row SUV with a choice of seating for seven or eight. It’s powered by a 260-hp engine and can tow up to 5,000 lbs. and comes standard with Subaru’s Symmetrical all-wheel drive. ... Continue reading

2018 Mazda CX-9 Review - A Notch Above By Larry Nutson

2018 Mazda CX-9 Review - A Notch Above By Larry Nutson

From my view the CX-9 has an attractive overall exterior design and a very comfortable and refined as well as attractive interior. The Mazda name may not “wow” someone in social conversation as some of the luxury nameplates. However, seeing the various Mazda car and SUV models in person will usually bring out a “ ... Continue reading

New Car Review: 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2.4 SEL AWD Review By John Heilig

New Car Review: 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2.4 SEL AWD Review By John Heilig

New Car Review: Our Outlander Sport was equipped with 4-wheel drive. The button to shift into 4WD is located on the console ahead of the shifter. It’s a good location and it’s clearly marked. Dimensionaly, the Outlander Sport fits in with the competition. ... Continue reading

NEW CAR REVIEW: 2018 Mercedes-Benz E400 4MATIC Coupe Review by Larry Nutson +VIDEO

NEW CAR REVIEW: 2018 Mercedes-Benz E400 4MATIC Coupe Review by Larry Nutson +VIDEO

2018 Mercedes-Benz E400 4MATIC Coupe is a true coupe with no B-pillar. The clear expanse of glass provides improved visibility both over the driver’s shoulders and for rear seat passengers. In mild weather lowering all four windows offers true open-air motoring. ... Continue reading

Helping You Enjoy The Drive: AUTO LAB RADIO Saturday October 6, 2018 7-9 AM

Helping You Enjoy The Drive: AUTO LAB RADIO Saturday October 6, 2018 7-9 AM

This is a Best Of AUTO LAB no live calls today Auto Lab is a 28 year old interactive automotive-focused New York City radio call-in show hosted by Professor Harold Wolchok. Featuring an in-studio panel of experienced hands-on automotive experts sharing accurate, honest, practical and street-smart car repair, automotive ... Continue reading

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