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Nutson's Weekly Auto News Round-up - February 18-24, 2024

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Round-up - February 18-24, 2024

Here are Larry's story picks from this past week's important to you, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy-to-understand automotive news nuggets. for Nutson's Auto News Weekly Wrap-up February 18-24, 2024 ... Continue reading

"America's Car Show" Host Says Electric Cars Are D.O.A. Here On The Auto Channel - Originally Published 7/4/2010

"America's Car Show" Host Says Electric Cars Are D.O.A. Here On The Auto Channel - Originally Published 7/4/2010

Tom Torbjornsen, host of "America's Car Show" radio program answers questions from his listeners. (Listen to Tom's radio shows every Saturday and Sunday right here on The Auto Channel) I hate to say ‘I told you so,’ but about three years ago I wrote an article entitled An Extreme Exercise in Futility. The ... Continue reading

Official February 21, 2024 Toyota Recalls

Official February 21, 2024 Toyota Recalls

Toyota is conducting a safety recall involving certain Toyota and Lexus vehicles in Japan, North America and Asia Here is the official list of recalled vehicles. ... Continue reading

$25k 134 Mile Range Fiat 500e "Enough Range Perfect (ERP) EV"(t) Rolls Off Mirafiori Assembly Plant in Turin, Italy To Join Other ERP Car Class EV's

$25k 134 Mile Range Fiat 500e "Enough Range Perfect (ERP) EV"(t) Rolls Off Mirafiori Assembly Plant in Turin, Italy To Join Other ERP Car Class EV's

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 21, 2024 -- 2024 Fiat 500e North America production begins at the Mirafiori Assembly Plant in Turin, Italy First allocation of all-electric Fiat 500e vehicles quickly sold out Affordable BEV with MSRP of $32,500 and lease incentives of $7,500 plus local incentives ... Continue reading

Short Range ED (Electric Distance) Problem?, No Problems With A "SHORT RANGE is PERFECT EV"

Short Range ED (Electric Distance) Problem?, No Problems With A "SHORT RANGE is PERFECT EV"

The Auto Channel has been editorializing directly to the high paid execs in the corner offices for years. See Electric Vehicles Solution or Diversion? Which we originally published ion on December 7, 2009 15 Fkn years ago, in the old days we could expect to hear “off with their heads “ today you hear “get them th ... Continue reading

New Electric Pick-up From GMC +VIDEO

New Electric Pick-up From GMC +VIDEO

DETROIT – GMC’s introduction of the first-ever Sierra EV marks a turning point for the premium truck brand, as it expands its portfolio of all-electric trucks. Led by the 2024 Sierra EV Denali Edition 1, it offers uncompromising pickup capability, a GM-estimated 400 miles of range1 on a full charge and unique featu ... Continue reading

NHTSA Recall Summary February 12-18, 2024

NHTSA Recall Summary February 12-18, 2024

The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Wrap-up February 11-17, 2024

Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Wrap-up February 11-17, 2024

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

GM Cancels Chevrolet Volt 500 MPG Gasoline EQ Electric Concept - VIDEO ENHANCED

GM Cancels Chevrolet Volt 500 MPG Gasoline EQ Electric Concept - VIDEO ENHANCED

DETROIT - At the 2007 North American International Auto Show today, General Motors' head honcho Rick Wagoner unveiled the Chevrolet Volt concept sedan and announced that production work has begun on a new generation of electric vehicles that could eliminate gas stations for Americans who live close to their workplaces. ... Continue reading

India Ethanol Market Size to Surpass Around US$ 6.83 Billion 2030, Recording a CAGR of 15.9% | Report by CoherentMI

India Ethanol Market Size to Surpass Around US$ 6.83 Billion 2030, Recording a CAGR of 15.9% | Report by CoherentMI

BURLINGAME, Calif., Feb. 16, 2024 -- According to CoherentMI, India Ethanol market was valued at US$ 2.43 Billion in 2023 and is anticipated to reach a value of US$ 6.83 Billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 15.9% during forecast period 2023 and 2030. ... Continue reading

United States Ammonia Crackers Industry Research Report 2023: Ammonia Crackers Supporting Fuel Cell Technology Advancements in the U.S. - Forecasts to 2032

United States Ammonia Crackers Industry Research Report 2023: Ammonia Crackers Supporting Fuel Cell Technology Advancements in the U.S. - Forecasts to 2032

DUBLIN, Feb. 16, 2024 -- The "U.S. Ammonia Crackers Market - Analysis and Forecast, 2023-2032" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. ... Continue reading

Deposed Toyota President Akio Toyoda Said "Motorist Choice Is The Future, The Enemy is Carbon, Not Internal Combustion Engines (ICE)" Mr. Toyoda Supports The 25 Year Old Auto Channel Editorial Position (Originally Published Here 11/14/2020)

Deposed Toyota President Akio Toyoda Said "Motorist Choice Is The Future, The Enemy is Carbon, Not Internal Combustion Engines (ICE)" Mr. Toyoda Supports The 25 Year Old Auto Channel Editorial Position (Originally Published Here 11/14/2020)

Toyota Ammonia Engines, Akio Toyoda, then president of the world’s biggest car manufacturing Toyota, spent the weekend swerving around a racetrack in western Japan in a Corolla. But it’s no ordinary version of the bestselling car. ... Continue reading

Fiat 500e Named 2024 Urban Green Car of the Year by Green Car Journal

Fiat 500e Named 2024 Urban Green Car of the Year by Green Car Journal

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 14, 2024 -- Continue Reading Fiat 500e Named 2024 Urban Green Car of the Year by Green Car Journal All-new Fiat 500e, Stellantis' first BEV offering in North America, awarded 2024 Urban Green Car of the Year by Green Car Journal 42-kWh lithium-ion battery delivers a combined estimated electric ... Continue reading

Window Shopping at the Chicago Auto Show

Window Shopping at the Chicago Auto Show

By Larry Nutson Chicago Bureau Chief The Auto Channel (IMG_0061) The 116th edition of the nation's largest auto show opened its doors to the public on Saturday, Feb. 10. ... Continue reading

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