From The Desk of T. Boone Pickens
Feb 11, 2011
Washington DC February 11, 2011; Army! I spent the better part of this week in Washington, DC meeting with leaders of both parties in both the House and the Senate. I was very encouraged by the level of understanding of the Pickens Plan and the continued support from many. It was a great trip. Check out my video messag ... Continue reading
Why Tim Searchinger and the Washington Post are Wrong About America's Renewable Fuel - Again
Feb 11, 2011
Washington DC February 11, 2011; The Growth Energy blog filed this report: Once again displaying his willingness to ignore science, peer-reviewed research and the best available data, Tim Searchinger has authored another intellectually-bankrupt attack on farmers and renewable, clean-burning biofuels, this time in an op ... Continue reading
2011 Honda CR-Z EX Review - 3 VIDEOS
Feb 11, 2011
TOTAL KNOWLEDGE: Honda Buyers Guide DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2011 Honda CR-Z EX Honda's new CR-Z embodies an interesting concept, a sport hybrid. It's the first such to appear, and won't be the last. But does the concept work? While "sport" today implies power, the chassis dynamics to get that power to the ... Continue reading
2011 Suzuki SX4 Sportback Review
Feb 10, 2011
TOTAL KNOWLEDGE: Suzuki Buyers Guide THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS: 2011 Suzuki SX4 Sportback Model: 2011 Suzuki SX4 Sportback Engine: 2.0-liter DOHC I4 Horsepower/Torque: 150 hp @ 6,200 rpm/140 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm Transmission: 6-speed manual Wheelbase: 98.4 in. Length/Width/Height: 162.0 x 69.1 x 61.8 i ... Continue reading
2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid - Thom Cannel's Review
Feb 10, 2011
By Thom Cannel Senior Editor Detroit Bureau The Auto Channel Hyundaiâs first hybrid is also the fist hybrid design we can cautiously approve of. It delivers good fuel economy and pretty decent ride and handling without the kinds of compromises that deliver economy without pleasure. Whatâs remarkable is a real ... Continue reading
No Electronic Problems With Toyota - We Told You So!
Feb 9, 2011
"Federal highway safety officials absolved the electronics in Toyota vehicles for the problems, and said driver error was to blame for most of the incidents." Ever wonder why the world needs an independent automotive information resource? Now you know. From the very beginning, the entire Auto Channel editorial staff kn ... Continue reading
Feb 3, 2011
The Mazda2, Mazda's little box of concentrated Zoom-Zoom, produces many miles and smiles per gallon. DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2011 Mazda2 Touring Worried about rising gasoline prices? In need of a fuel-efficient, inexpensive yet comfortable car with useful space and can't afford a hybrid? Or don't see the ... Continue reading
Snowy X Marks The M56x Infiniti Spot, Ford Fiesta Surprise Suprise In This Months Letter From Europe
Feb 2, 2011
By Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief The Auto Channel I would be a total hypocrite if I did not admit that our destination for a recent road test was the scene of the 1960 Winter Olympics-Squaw Valley in California. At first we were due to drive the Ford Edge, then a Suburban and finally an Infiniti M56x. Talk about ... Continue reading
On-Line Automotive Selling Is More Than Just Pushing Buttons
Feb 1, 2011
<b>Commentary by Rick Carlton</b> A recent article by Susan Harris at Automotive News got me thinking about the processes necessary to market, promote and create a car sales transaction in today's virtual environment. While Ms. Harris rightly asserts that â...the volume of Internet traffic and sales seems to be ou ... Continue reading
2011 Honda CR-V EX-L Review - VIDEO ENHANCED
Feb 1, 2011
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2011 Honda CR-V EX-L with Navigation The third-generation Honda CR-V has changed little since its debut for model year 2007, which only shows how well Honda hit its target. The CR-V is a perennial best-seller, so why mess with a good thing? Compact on the outside for easy maneuvera ... Continue reading
The Auto Channel's Co-Publisher Interviewed on Michael Savage's Radio Show - COMPLETE AUDIO-VIDEO
Jan 30, 2011
AUTO CENTRAL - January 28, 2011: Marc Rauch, The Auto Channel's Exec. Vice President and Co-Publisher, will be interviewed today on Michael Savage's national radio show, The Savage Nation. The subject of the interview is the editorial written by Marc on January 25th, following Donald Trump's second appearance on The Sa ... Continue reading
Edmunds.com: Washington, Please Don't Repeat Past Mistakes with CAFE Standards
Jan 28, 2011
WASHINGTON--Today, the CEO of Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, presented to the Society of Automotive Engineersââ¬â¢ 2011 Government/Industry Meeting on policy that could help achieve the Presidentââ¬â¢s clean air goals. âThe lesson from the past is that ef ... Continue reading
2011 Honda Odyssey Touring Elite - Carey Russ Review
Jan 27, 2011
2011 Honda Odyssey Touring Elite If you need to haul six to eight people on a regular basis, with the option to stuff your vehicle with stuff of varying size and shape, and enjoy the comfort of a car, there is really only one type of vehicle that will do the job. A minivan. The basic American minivan concept -- a one-a ... Continue reading
2011 Mitsubishi Lancer GTS Review
Jan 26, 2011
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer GTS Engine: 2.4-liter DOHC I4 Horsepower/Torque: 168 hp @ 6,000 rpm/167 lb.-ft. @ 4,100 rpm Transmission: 6-speed CVT with paddle shifters Wheelbase: 103.7 in. Length/Width/Height: 180.0 x 69.4 x 58.7 in. Tires: P215/45R18 Cargo volume: 12.3 cu. ... Continue reading
2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe Review By Carey Russ
Jan 26, 2011
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe Premium Collection Want attention? Get a 2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe! In the recently-introduced CTS Coupe, Cadillac's "Art and Science" design language that made its production debut on the 2003 CTS sedan has reached maturity. Seemingly all planes and angles, t ... Continue reading
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