News By Topic: Marc Rauch

LIVE from 2019 L.A. Auto Show: Hyundai Press Conference 12:40PM ET - 9:40AM PT +VIDEO

Nov 20, 2019

Hyundai will be debuting five vehicles today at the LA Auto Show, including concepts and production models Showcase powertrains including ICE, plug-in hybrid and all-electric Unveil its plug-in hybrid SUV concept. The press conference also features actor Josh Duhamel. ... Continue reading

LIVE from 2019 L.A. Auto Show: BMW MINI Press Conference 12 Noon ET - 9AM PT +VIDEO

Nov 20, 2019

Event Highlights: Word Premier: The new BM2 CS BMW M GmbH is launching an exclusive and limited-run special-edition model – with an eye-catchingly sporting appearance – in the premium compact class for the first time. Read more US Premiere: MINI E Urban mobility with purely electric drive can now also be experience ... Continue reading

Porsche to Premiere Taycan 4S, Macan Turbo and 99X Electric at 2019 LA Auto Show

Nov 18, 2019

The Porsche Taycan is celebrating its US premiere at the LA Auto Show on 20 November 2019. The all-electric, four-door sports saloon offers the performance and connectivity expected of a Porsche, with everyday usability. ... Continue reading

Mazda3 Named 2019 Women's World Car of the Year

Nov 18, 2019

Mazda3 has been named “Supreme Winner” of the 2019 Women's World Car of the Year awards. In addition to taking the top award, the model also won Women's World Family Car of the Year. ... Continue reading

New Car Review: 2019 Acura MDX AWD A-Spec Review by David Colman - E15 Approved +VIDEO

Nov 16, 2019

A top pick for a large family looking for all weather transport in high style. Acura expands the MDX model line with a stunning new addition for 2019: the A Spec model. Although you can buy a base model MDX for $45,500, the A Spec will set you back an extra ten grand. ... Continue reading

2019 Acura RDX SH-AWD A-Spec Review by David Colman - It's E15 Approved +VIDEO

Nov 9, 2019

Acura's design language has reformulated its grammar for 2019. Thankfully gone is the battleship prow that has characterized all Acuras of the recent past. ... Continue reading

Auto Channel Exclusive: 2019 Hyundai Kona Ultimate FWD Review by David Colman - It's E15 Approved +VIDEO

Nov 8, 2019

Fanatical attention to detail, trim quality, and intelligent design work. In 2018, Hyundai introduced the Kona as their smallest SUV, first hitter in a stout lineup that includes the incrementally larger Tucson, and the still bigger Santa Fe and Santa Fe XL. The Kona is perfectly sized for daily urban work. ... Continue reading

2019 Honda Insight 4dr Touring Hybrid Review by David Colman + VIDEO - It's E15 Approved

Nov 2, 2019

A Green-vehicle review for car shoppers concerned with fuel economy, hybrid vehicles, electric vehicles and gasoline and diesel exhaust emissions. The Insight returns to the market as a revamped, hybrid version built on the Civic platform Honda introduced in 2018. This amalgamation gives the Insight a fresh lease on li ... Continue reading

Auto Channel Exclusive: 2019 MAZDA6 Signature Review by David Colman

Oct 31, 2019

A stellar touring machine with BMW/Audi-like performance. The MAZDA6 line for 2019 runs the gamut from the utilitarian Sport model (base price: $23,800) to the luxurious Signature version (base price: $35,100) that we drove for this review. Three intermediate models are also available. ... Continue reading

Today We're Spotlighting Big Oil's Favorite Alternative Fuel - Electricity +VIDEO

Oct 31, 2019

Clean, efficient, cheap; what's there not to love? No wonder the oil industry and their star spokespeople support electric-powered cars...There's one other thing that makes electric the favorite alternative non-fossil fuel: There's no chance that it will ever replace gasoline and diesel for decades and decades (if ever ... Continue reading

Reckless Refinery Exemptions Hurt Our Most Crucial Industry: FARMING

Oct 30, 2019

Exemptions are tantamount to removing tobacco-use restrictions ... Continue reading

2019 Ford Edge ST Review by Rob Eckaus +VIDEO

Oct 30, 2019

When family members started adding more to their crew, us empty nesters noticed rear facing seats for the newbies take up a lot rear seat space, so much so it forced the front seat to be adjusted. The the conveniences of ride and cargo loading height then had the desire for more space added to the requirements. ... Continue reading

2019 Genesis G70 RWD 3.3T Dynamic Edition Review by David Colman - It's E15 Approved +VIDEO

Oct 25, 2019

10 out of 10 stars! Better hurry down to your Genesis dealer. Because they’re only making 400 copies of the Dynamic Edition G70 3.3-liter twin turbo for 2019, and you’ll definitely want to own one. ... Continue reading

Improvement in Key Automotive Markets, Ford Credit Contribute to Ford’s Q3, YTD Operating Results

Oct 24, 2019

Ford Motor Company said its third-quarter 2019 performance included progress in the North America, Europe and China automotive businesses and strong results from Ford Credit. At the same time, the company took further steps in Q3 to become even more fit and customer-centered amid expected long-term industry change. ... Continue reading

Going Head-to-Head-to-Head on Ethanol with Chris Edwards (and Nick Loris)

Oct 19, 2019

By Marc J. Rauch Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher THE AUTO CHANNEL Chris Edwards is the director of tax policy studies at Cato Institute and editor of www.DownsizingGovernment.org. ... Continue reading