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Hyundai and Genesis Global Design Head SangYup Lee Named 2023 World Car Person of the Year

Hyundai and Genesis Global Design Head SangYup Lee Named 2023 World Car Person of the Year

The jury noted that Lee’s strong design philosophy, vision and leadership have been instrumental in shaping Hyundai’s new design language, as shown by the brand’s recent successes. ... Continue reading

The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class: dimensional concept and interior design

The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class: dimensional concept and interior design

The new E-Class: abridged version of the press kit New electronic architecture allows a comprehensive user experience Fast data transfer speeds with 5G technology Numerous new, intelligent functions in interior systems Customers can look forward to an immersive entertainment experience in the new E‑Class with music, ... Continue reading

Great Google Gonna Help You Where To Go And How To Get There

Great Google Gonna Help You Where To Go And How To Get There

in-car geospatial data and navigation capabilities from Google Maps Platform. The partnership enables Mercedes-Benz to create a driving experience that pairs the trusted, reliable information from Google Maps with its own unique luxury brand and feel. ... Continue reading

AM General to Internationally Debut HUMVEE Saber Concept at IDEX 2023

AM General to Internationally Debut HUMVEE Saber Concept at IDEX 2023

SOUTH BEND, Ind., Feb. 17, 2023 -- Leading global military mobility solutions provider, AM General, will showcase innovative products and technology that sets the standard to support the warfighter, today and well into the future, at the International Defense Exhibition (IDEX) February 20-24, 2023, Booth #B08, Hall 2, ... Continue reading

2023 Chicago Auto Show Wrap-up By Thom Cannell

2023 Chicago Auto Show Wrap-up By Thom Cannell

2023 Chicago Auto Show Cannell first staged in 1901, again filled McCormick Place and featuring 2024 introduction vehicles from Chevrolet, Toyota, Kia, Hyundai, Subaru and Volkswagen and others. ... Continue reading

Mercedes-Benz Classic starts the 2023 season at the Retro Classics

Mercedes-Benz Classic starts the 2023 season at the Retro Classics

Trade fair for driving culture, from 23 to 26 February 2023 in Stuttgart The brand clubs play an integral part in preserving the heritage of Mercedes-Benz Outlook on the multifaceted classics season 2023 In terms of automotive classics, 2023 once again sees the three-pointed star leading the way:Mercedes-Benz Classic w ... Continue reading

2023 Most Loved Vehicles in America

2023 Most Loved Vehicles in America

San Diego, California: The Rivian R1T ranks above all electric and gas-powered pickups as the most Loved truck in America. The answer to why is detailed in Strategic Vision’s annual Most Loved Vehicles™ (MLV), which examines 118 different vehicle attributes and features measured on a unique scale that captures the ... Continue reading

2023 Chicago Auto Show An Electrifying Experience

2023 Chicago Auto Show An Electrifying Experience

2023 Chicago Auto Show An Electric Experience By Larry Nutson Chicago Bureau Chief The Auto Channel (IMG_7535) The 2023 Chicago Auto Show welcomed national automotive media with pleasantly warm outside temperatures for a couple of mid-winter February days. First staged in 1901, the Chicago Auto Show is the largest auto ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap-up February 5-11, 2023

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap-up February 5-11, 2023

* The 2023 Chicago Auto Show opened this week with media previews. The show reopened the north exhibit hall of McCormick Place, expanding once again to a two-hall show and reenlisting brands that missed during the pandemic. ... Continue reading

The Pony Express Ford's Mid-engine Mustang - The Real Back Story

The Pony Express Ford's Mid-engine Mustang - The Real Back Story

Michael Lamm recounts the development of Ford's 196 Mustang the first mid-engine throust toward Total Performance. People have tried for years to weave a connection between the Ford Mustang I-the knee-high 2-seater in which Dan Gurney lapped Watkins Glen in 1962-and the production Mustang that came out in May 1964. ... Continue reading

KIA DEPENDABLE

KIA DEPENDABLE

Three Models Captured Segment Awards including Sportage and Forte Mass market Kia vehicles reported to have fewest problems after three years of ownership1 Substantial award bolsters brand’s strong track record in J.D. Power study IRVINE, CA, February 9, 2023 – Kia America is ranked the number one mass-market brand ... Continue reading

Motorweek Awards Revealed

Motorweek Awards Revealed

Today, the MotorWeek team officially awarded the winners of their 2023 Drivers’ Choice Awards, giving honors to vehicles spread across 13 categories, including ... Continue reading

Midwest Automotive Media Association Awards 2023 Hyundai Palisade as Family Vehicle of the Year and 2023 Genesis GV60 as Luxury Family Vehicle of the Year

Midwest Automotive Media Association Awards 2023 Hyundai Palisade as Family Vehicle of the Year and 2023 Genesis GV60 as Luxury Family Vehicle of the Year

Chicago February 9, 2023; The Midwest Automotive Media Association (MAMA) named the 2023 Hyundai Palisade as its 13th annual Family Vehicle of the Year, and the 2023 Genesis GV60 as the winner of the fifth annual Luxury Family Vehicle of the Year award during the Media Preview of the 2023 Chicago Auto Show. To qualify ... Continue reading

2024 Toyota Highlander With Powertrain CHOICE Debuts In Chicago

2024 Toyota Highlander With Powertrain CHOICE Debuts In Chicago

Three Available Powertrains, Adult-Sized Third Row and Ample Cargo Space Performance Aplenty with 362-horsepower on the Hybrid MAX Powertrain Noteworthy features like available Digital Key and Standard 12.3-Inch Multimedia Display Available tech like Traffic Jam Assist, Head-Up Display and Digital Rearview Mirror CHICA ... Continue reading

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