News By Topic: Editorials and Commentary

2012 Kia Rio5 SX Ride and Review By Dan Poler

Jul 10, 2012

By Dan Poler Colorado Bureau The Auto Channel Introduction: 2012 Kia Rio5 SX I know what you’re thinking. Probably the same thing we were when the little car was dropped off. Oh great, a Kia Rio. It’s probably going to be another econobox. Basic. ... Continue reading

2012 Honda CR-V Ride and Review by Larry Nutson +VIDEO

Jun 29, 2012

2012 Honda CR-V – Still the One by Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel (IMG_3763) Yes, it's still the one. Honda's CR-V has been redesigned for 2012 and it appears that it will continue to be a leader in the compact SUV segment. All too often vehicle redesigns lead to them becoming bigger. ... Continue reading

2013 Lexus LX570 Review By John Heilig

Jun 29, 2012

THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS : 2013 Lexus LX570 Model: 2013 Lexus LX570 Engine: 5.7-liter V8 Horsepower/Torque: 283 hp @ 5,600 rpm/403 lb.-ft. @ 3,600 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 112.2 in. Length/Width/Height: 197.0 x 77.6 x 73.4 in. Tires: P285/50R20 Cargo volume: 15.5/41.0/83.1 cu. f ... Continue reading

Pininfarina Exhibition in London

Jun 28, 2012

By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor The Auto Channel THE HAGUE, June 28, 2012. This summer, many tourists will combine a trip to England to watch the Olympic Games with a visit to London. But there is more to do in the British capital than sight seeing. People who are interested in design may use the opportunity to ... Continue reading

2012 Kia Sorento EX AWD Ride and Review By Dan Poler

Jun 28, 2012

2012 Kia Sorento EX AWD Introduction / History In recent years, Kia has done a great job in finding a way to include high-end features in a reasonably priced package. The 2012 Sorento EX AWD is no exception. With a facelift back in 2011, the 2012 model sees only minor upgrades and enhancements to the midsize crossover, ... Continue reading

2013 Mazda CX-5 Review by Steve Purdy +VIDEO

Jun 27, 2012

By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau Our test car this week - the Mazda CX-5 - is one of the hot new contenders in the popular compact CUV market, one of the fastest growing segments in the U.S. We wrote about it at launch a few months ago, but now we have the chance to live with it for a week. Mazda offic ... Continue reading

Henny's First Drive: 2013 Dacia (Renault) Lodgy

Jun 26, 2012

Bargain MPV By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor The Auto Channel MARRAKECH, Morocco, June 15, 2012. Seven years ago, Renault revived the Rumanian Dacia brand by entering the first model (Logan) in the affordable segment on European markets. Dacia is part of Renault’s Gamme Entry, which also covers the Dacia mod ... Continue reading

Hyundai 2013 Elantra Coupe Review by Thom Cannell +VIDEO

Jun 26, 2012

By Thom Cannell Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel Asked “how are you? “Our reply is “Better Than Average!”. It’s not a smart-ass rejoinder, rather how we see the world. So if we were asked “what do you think of Hyundai’s Elantra Coupe and 5-door GT?” “Better Than Average,†... Continue reading

2012 Lexus IS C 350 Convertible Review By John Heilig

Jun 25, 2012

2012 Lexus IS C 350 Model: 2012 Lexus IS C 350 Engine: 3.5-liter DOHC V6 Horsepower/Torque: 306 hp @ 6,400 rpm/277 lb.-ft. @ 4,800 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 107.5 in. Length/Width/Height: 182.5 x 70.9 x 55.9 in. Tires: P225/40R18 Cargo volume: 10.8/2.4 cu. ft. ... Continue reading

2013 Acura RDX Ride and Review By Larry Nutson

Jun 24, 2012

2013 ACURA RDX An all-around win by Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel (IMG_3664) The Acura RDX crossover SUV is all-new for 2013. The production version made its world debut at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show in February. As a continuum of the intro in Chicago, Acura wanted to have an RDX on hand f ... Continue reading

Nutson's Nuggets: Last Week's (June 18-24, 2012) Automotive News In Case You Were Dozing

Jun 24, 2012

* The first ever win by a hybrid powered race car of the 24 Hours of Le Mans was by Audi. An Audi R18 e-tron quattro, a diesel-electric hybrid, won the race covering 378 laps of the 8.5-mile circuit in France just outside of Paris. *The Great Race kicked off this weekend from beautiful Traverse City, Michigan and will ... Continue reading

2012 Range Rover Evoque Review By John Heilig

Jun 24, 2012

THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG THE AUTO CHANNEL SPECIFICATIONS: 2012 Range Rover Evoque Model: 012 Range Rover Evoque 5-door Engine: 2.0-liter turbocharged I4 Horsepower/Torque: 240 hp/250 lb.-ft. Transmission: 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters Wheelbase: 104.8 in. Length/Width/Height: 171.5 x 77.4 x 64.4 in. Tires: ... Continue reading

2012 Fiat 500 Abarth Review By Carey Russ

Jun 22, 2012

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth When I drove the Fiat 500 last year, I found it endearing, entertaining, and stylish. It wasn't particularly quick, and my first thought was "there's nothing wrong with this car that a good turbo wouldn't cure." Which is exactly what Fiat has done with the 500 ... Continue reading

2013 Dodge Dart First Drive Preview by Carey Russ +VIDEO

Jun 22, 2012

The new Dart will only add to the name's historic reputation. by Carey Russ The Auto Channel The 2013 Dodge Dart is coming, the Dodge Dart is coming! The first product of the merger between Chrysler Group and Fiat, the Dart puts Chrysler back in the compact sedan business. In a big way, as evidenced by an all-too-short ... Continue reading

2012 JD Power Initial Quality Study Close-up Look

Jun 22, 2012

</p><p>By Steve Purdy <br>TheAutoChannel.com <br>Michigan Bureau </p><P>Detroit MI June 19, 2012; The U.S. auto industry posted the best improvement in performance since 2009 in this year’s important Initial Quality Survey conducted by J.D. Power and Associates. In the IQS’ 26 year history the average new car ... Continue reading