World's Foremost Authority Explains New Debt Ceiling Bill - VIDEO EXCLUSIVE
Aug 1, 2011
The bill is explained in simple, easy-to-understand terms WASHINGTON - August 1, 2011: As usual, the long debated and awaited congressional bill that would allow the federal government to throw away more of our hard-earned money is a quagmire of details. ... Continue reading
Big Family or Lots of Friends? 6-8 Passenger Cars and Pickups
Aug 1, 2011
6-8 Passenger Cars and Pickups; The AIADA newsletter reported that transportation for big families used to be simple. Gas was cheap and cars were unabashedly big. Not anymore. Finding a car that can fit five or more meant, until recently, shopping for a big, usually American-made SUV. And while these vehicles have the ... Continue reading
Nutson's Nuggets: Last Week's Automotive Factoids - In Case You Weren't Paying Attention
Jul 31, 2011
Published July 31, 2011 Each week Larry Nutson, The Auto Channel Chicago Bureau Chief will give you some automotive news you may have missed. * General Motors has confirmed that it will offer a Diesel engine version of the Chevy Cruze in 2013. Fuel economy ratings are expected to be in the mid-40 mpg range on the highw ... Continue reading
Heels On Wheels: 2011 Hyundai Sonata Review - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jul 31, 2011
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE 2011 HYUNDAI SONATA VEHICLE The all-new sixth generation Sonata has reinvented itself by adapting a more sculpted or aerodynamic design, a new gasoline direct injection powertrain system and digital HD Radio Technology â industry ... Continue reading
Heels On Wheels: 2011 Honda CR-V Review - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jul 31, 2011
The Honda CR-V, standing for either Comfortable Runabout Vehicle or Compact Recreational Vehicle, is really the SUV that set the crossover blaze afire back in 1997 when it first debuted. And it remains a popular choice to this day due to a curvaceous redesign a few models back, modern interior technology and an efficie ... Continue reading
2012 Hyundai Genesis 5.0L R-Spec Road Test and Review - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jul 29, 2011
2012 Hyundai Genesis R-Spec Road test and review by thom cannell for the auto channel ... Continue reading
World's First Look: BMW iBrand i3 and i8 Concepts - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jul 29, 2011
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor The Auto Channel FRANKFURT, July 29, 2011. Today, BMW i, presented the concepts for its first electric and first plug-in hybrid vehicles. The new sub brand for sustainable mobility of the Bavarian car manufacturer will introduce the production models of the compact electric i3 and ... Continue reading
2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser Trail Teams Special Edition Road Test and Review +VIDEO
Jul 29, 2011
2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser Trail Teams Special Edition If it seems like every second "car" I drive is a crossover, that just reflects the popularity of that genre. Crossovers have pushed the once-dominant traditional body-on-frame truck SUV to marginal status in the mass market. But there are some people who actually want ... Continue reading
Jul 27, 2011
By Andrew FRANKL European Bureau Chief The Auto Channel Let me start at the end. I've just said good bye to Jaguar's hugely popular XJ, the car members of the British Government use as well as various members of the Royal family. Apart from anything else it looks the part. Understated elegance is the best way to descri ... Continue reading
2011 Chevrolet Corvette GS Convertible Review - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jul 27, 2011
Chevrolet Corvette Specs, Comparisons, Prices and Reviews - Chevrolet Buyers Guide 2011 Chevrolet Corvette GS Convertible Review Engine: 6.2-liter V8 Horsepower/Torque: 436 hp @ 5,900 rpm/428 lb.-ft.@4,600 rpm Transmission: 6-speed manual Wheelbase: 105.7 in. Length/Width/Height: 175.6 x 75.9 x 48.7 in. Tires: P275/35Z ... Continue reading
New AP Story States That Government-Gasoline Lobby Corruption Stronger Than Ever
Jul 27, 2011
Despite Obama's Promise to Clean Up the Relationship, America Remains in Oil Bondage By Marc J. Rauch Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher THE AUTO CHANNEL The only real surprise about the facts information presented in the Associated Press story, written by Dina Cappiello is that there are still people - on all sides of ... Continue reading
2011 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD R-Design My World Road Test and Review - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jul 26, 2011
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2011 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD R-Design I've spent plenty of time in Volvo XC60s, but before last week that time was never at and around home. At introduction was a lovely drive up California's scenic Highway One north from San Francisco, and more recently a thousand-mile trek on Interstat ... Continue reading
2011 Mini Cooper S Countryman ALL4 Crossover Review
Jul 26, 2011
THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig Model: 2011 MINI Cooper S Countryman ALL4 Engine: 1.6-liter DOHC turbocharged I4 Horsepower/Torque: 181 hp / 192 lb.-ft. Transmission: 6-speed Getrag manual Wheelbase: 102.2 in. Length x Width x Height: 161.8 x 70.4 x 61.5 in. Tires: P225/45R18 Cargo: 12.2/41.3 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
Concours d'Elegance of America at St. John's (Formerly Meadow Brook) and RM Auction's Michigan Sale
Jul 24, 2011
What's in a Name? By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau Concours d'Elegance of America at St. John's â Friday through Sunday, July 29-31, 2011 Plymouth, MI - July 20, 2011 - Two years ago one of the finest concours dâelegance events in the country changed its name from the Meadow Brook Concours dâ ... Continue reading
Nutson's Nuggets: Last Week's Automotive Factoids - In Case You Weren't Paying Attention
Jul 23, 2011
Each week Larry Nutson, The Auto Channel Chicago Bureau Chief will give you some automotive news you may have missed. 2012 Nissan Versa The 2012 Nissan Versa is priced $240 less than the 2011. More features have been made standard. A better deal for U.S. buyers. 2012 Nissan Leaf The 2012 Nissan Leaf has a base price $2 ... Continue reading
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