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2022 Lexus ES 300h Hybrid - Review by Mark Fulmer +VIDEO

2022 Lexus ES 300h Hybrid - Review by Mark Fulmer +VIDEO

The 2022 version gets an F Sport treatment that is visual, not mechanical. The result is a fuel-efficient upscale sedan that is a pleasure for driver and passengers alike. ... Continue reading

2022 Toyota GR Supra 3.0 Premium - Review by Mark Fulmer

2022 Toyota GR Supra 3.0 Premium - Review by Mark Fulmer

This edition of the GR Supra 3.0 gets a 3.0-liter turbocharged six-cylinder engine putting out 382 hp, and even with all those horses, it still manages better fuel economy than the other stallions in that breed. Like a cutting quarterhorse, it can make moves at all speeds and settles into a steady gallop easily. ... Continue reading

2022 Los Angeles Auto Show Announces Preliminary Press Conference Schedule for AutoMobility LA on November 17

2022 Los Angeles Auto Show Announces Preliminary Press Conference Schedule for AutoMobility LA on November 17

Event To Feature Global Reveal by Subaru and North American Debuts by Hyundai, Fiat, Genesis, Kia, VinFast and More LOS ANGELES, Nov. 3, 2022 -- The 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show® today announces the preliminary press conference schedule for AutoMobility LA (AMLA), its annual gathering for both media and industry profess ... Continue reading

2022 Genesis GV70 AWD 2.5T Advanced - Review by Mark Fulmer

2022 Genesis GV70 AWD 2.5T Advanced - Review by Mark Fulmer

Genesis has won over a growing number of luxury car owners with their strategy of giving buyers a lot for less. ... Continue reading

2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV 2LT and Bolt EUV Premier - Review by Bruce Hotchkiss +VIDEO

2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV 2LT and Bolt EUV Premier - Review by Bruce Hotchkiss +VIDEO

I am getting some much needed experience with EVs, four in two months including two Chevy Bolts. Like "normal" cars, EVs come in different sizes. ... Continue reading

2022 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid - Review by Mark Fulmer

2022 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid - Review by Mark Fulmer

First reaction from middle aged mom: "Thank God it's not just another black, white, or silver car!" No it is not. This XSE trim of the popular SUV gets a bold new color and style in Calvary Blue with a black roof. Couple that with a solid build, a comfortable interior and ride and this RAV got raves from passengers all ... Continue reading

EV-Motoring: 2022 Mazda MX-30 EV - Chicagoland Review by Larry Nutson

EV-Motoring: 2022 Mazda MX-30 EV - Chicagoland Review by Larry Nutson

The Mazda MX-30 EV is an entirely new subcompact crossover utility vehicle (UV) that’s battery powered. Yes, the MX-30 EV is all-electric and it’s Mazda’s first foray into the electric vehicle space. ... Continue reading

EV Motoring: 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E - Review by Bruce Hotchkiss +VIDEO

EV Motoring: 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E - Review by Bruce Hotchkiss +VIDEO

I'll get this out of the way right up front and once only - I don't like calling a 4-door vehicle "Mustang". ... Continue reading

2022 Volkswagen Arteon 2.0T SEL Premium R-Line – Review by David Colman

2022 Volkswagen Arteon 2.0T SEL Premium R-Line – Review by David Colman

What does VW's Golf R become when it grows up? The 2022 Arteon R-Line. If you're in the market for a civilized hot rod from Wolfsburg, look no further than the top level Arteon we drove. ... Continue reading

Hyundai October 2022 U.S. Sales Results

Hyundai October 2022 U.S. Sales Results

October Total Sales Increased 7%; Retail Sales Up 11% Best October Retail Month on Record All-Time Total and Retail Sales Records for Elantra HEV, Santa Fe HEV, Tucson, Tucson HEV and Santa Cruz FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Nov. 1, 2022 – Hyundai Motor America reported total October sales of 60,604 units, a 7% increase c ... Continue reading

Mazda Reports October Sales Results

Mazda Reports October Sales Results

IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 1, 2022 -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported total October sales of 25,319 vehicles, an increase of 29.7 percent compared to October 2021. ... Continue reading

KIA AMERICA ANNOUNCES RECORD OCTOBER SALES

KIA AMERICA ANNOUNCES RECORD OCTOBER SALES

Kia America announced record October sales of 58,276 units, a 3.9-percent increase over the previous October sales record set in 2020, and an 11.9-percent improvement year-over-year. ... Continue reading

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