News By Topic: Features

Max Verstappen And Honda Win Austrian Grand Prix

Jul 1, 2019

Aston Martin Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen put together one of the best drives of his young career to bring Honda its first victory in the Formula 1 World Championship since Jenson Button won in Hungary in 2006. ... Continue reading

Acura RDX Shatters Sales Records

Jul 1, 2019

- TORRANCE, Calif. Jun 28, 2019; A year into its launch, the third-generation Acura RDX has made a significant impact in luxury's largest and most competitive segment, growing sales in every month since its June 2018 debut with records in 11 of the past 12. ... Continue reading

Hand-built 2020 Acura TLX PMC Edition Arrives

Jul 1, 2019

TORRANCE, CALIF July 1m 2019;The 2020 Acura TLX PMC Edition begins arriving at select dealerships across the U.S. this week. Handbuilt 2020 TLX PMC Edition is produced in the Performance Manufacturing Center by the same master technicians as NSX TLX PMC Edition combines the line-topping premium features of the TLX Adva ... Continue reading

NHTSA RECALLS SUMMARY - Week Of June 24-June 30, 2019

Jul 1, 2019

Your vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall and MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. Audi, Ford, Hino, Land Rover, Chevrolet, PL Custom, Mazda, Proterra, Ferrari, Honda, Maserati, Forest River, Coachman. ... Continue reading

BMW Says It Like It Is - Pulls The Plug On EV Fairy Tales

Jun 30, 2019

Editor's Note June 27, 2019; A report from Automotive News quotes BMW Group board member for development, Klaus Frohlich declaring that the diesel engine still has at least 20 more years, and the gasoline engine, at least 30 years. ... Continue reading

AUTO LAB TALK RADIO LIVE FROM NYC, Saturday June 29, 2019 WNYM Radio AM 970 7-9 AM

Jun 29, 2019

Car Question or Concern? Automotive Career Opportunity, Call Toll Free 888-692-7234 Next Week To Speak With An Auto Lab Expert Auto Lab is a 28 year old interactive automotive-focused New York area radio call-in show hosted by Professor Harold Wolchok. Each week a cadre of experienced hands-on automotive experts are in ... Continue reading

Drivers Confused About Automated Safety Systems Says IIHS

Jun 28, 2019

Many of today's vehicles can stay in a lane and maintain a set following distance with minimal driver input. But some drivers are confused about the limitations of these systems. ... Continue reading

2020 Kia Soul Earns Highest IIHS Safety Designation

Jun 28, 2019

The redesigned 2020 Kia Soul a small car, earns a Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety when equipped with optional front crash prevention and specific headlights. The redesigned Soul earns good ratings in all six IIHS crashworthiness evaluations, including the passenger-side small over ... Continue reading

2020 Ford Ranger Performs Well in IIHS Crash Tests

Jun 28, 2019

The redesigned Ford Ranger crew cab earns good ratings in all but one of the IIHS crashworthiness evaluations and earns a superior rating for front crash prevention. A marginal headlight rating, however, keeps the pickup from qualifying for a Top Safety Pick award. ... Continue reading

Automotive Hall Of Fame: Cars & Coffee June 29, 2019

Jun 28, 2019

Tomorrow morning (9 AM-12 PM) is the first Cars & Coffee of the summer at the Automotive Hall of Fame! The show is free to attend and open to any and all types of cars and enthusiasts. Coffee & doughnuts will be available for a $1 donation and the Hall will be open for tours. ... Continue reading

2019 Toyota Avalon Review By Larry Nutson +VIDEO - Plus Current Carvana Price And Inventory

Jun 28, 2019

2019 Toyota Avalon Flagship with more excitement By Larry Nutson Senior Editor and Bureau Chief Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel The restaurant parking valet handed me the keys to a Toyota. “I’m driving a Lexus” said I. He looked at me in puzzlement. ... Continue reading

Chrysler Voyager Is Baacccckkkkk - Preview

Jun 27, 2019

The award-winning FCA US minivan lineup expands in 2020 with the addition of the Chrysler Voyager to offer even more value for those who seek the quintessential family vehicle. ... Continue reading

Better Built Vehicles Last Longer: Average Age of Cars and Light Trucks in U.S. Rises Again in 2019 to 11.8 Years, IHS Markit Says

Jun 27, 2019

The average age of light vehicles in operation (VIO) in the U.S. has risen again this year to 11.8 years, according to new research from business information provider IHS Markit . This acceleration of average age can easily be seen when looking across the last 17 years. From 2002-2007, the average age of light vehicles ... Continue reading

2020 Ford F-Series Super Duty Debuts Rock-Crushing Tremor +VIDEO

Jun 27, 2019

The 2020 F-Series Super Duty is delivering next-level capability in an all-new way – the Tremor Off-Road Package. Tremor pushes the boundaries of Super Duty off-road capability with new hardware and tech to handle rough terrain, providing greater towing and payload than Ram Power Wagon. ... Continue reading

Ford In Europe; Every New Vehicle Will Have Electric Option And Ford 12,000 Less Employees

Jun 27, 2019

Ford is launching a new business model and fresh vehicle line-up as part of the most comprehensive redesign in the history of its business in Europe. The company also is on track to significantly improve its financial results in Europe this year, paving the way to sustainable profitability and its longer-term goal of d ... Continue reading