J.D. Power Initial Quality Study; Buick and Genesis Rank Highest
Jul 1, 2022
According to the J.D. Power 2022 U.S. Initial Quality StudySM (IQS), released today. The disruptions caused by the pandemic—supply chain issues, record-high vehicle prices and personnel dislocations—contributed to vehicle problems reaching a record high in the 36-year history of this benchmark study. ... Continue reading
Jul 1, 2022
Outlander racks up five consecutive quarters of record retail sales, the best year of sales since the nameplate was introduced in 2002 Outlander quarterly retail sales up 55.9% compared to Q2 2021 Outlander PHEV and Eclipse Cross retail sales up year-over-year FRANKLIN, Tenn., July 1, 2022 -- Having recently celebrated ... Continue reading
KIA JUNE 2022 SALES: BEST-EVER MONTHLY JUNE SALES FOR ALL-NEW KIA SPORTAGE
Jul 1, 2022
Kia America's Longest-Running Nameplate Sets All-Time Monthly Sales Record and Tops 10,000 Units For Third Consecutive Month IRVINE, Calif., July 1, 2022 -- Kia America today announced June sales of 65,142 units, an increase of 12-percent month-over-month. The all-new Sportage SUV posted all-time record monthly sales t ... Continue reading
Mazda Reports June Sales Results
Jul 1, 2022
IRVINE, Calif., July 1, 2022 -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported total June sales of 15,130 vehicles, a decrease of 53.6 percent compared to June 2021. Year-to-date sales totaled 142,803 vehicles; a decrease of 24.5 percent compared to the same time last year. ... Continue reading
2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz - Auto Channel Review by Mark Fulmer +VIDEO
Jul 1, 2022
Diversity in automotive engineering, design, technology, and fuel systems, in my view, is a good thing. Hyundai's new Santa Cruz delivers on that concept with a series of distinctive features. ... Continue reading
2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Auto Channel Review by Mark Fulmer
Jul 1, 2022
2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid. The Tucson Hybrid follows the successful Hyundai strategy of of presenting unique styling, enhanced value, advanced powertrains, and safety. Even in the crowded SUV market, the Tucson competes by giving buyers some interesting design accents. ... Continue reading
Jun 30, 2022
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 30, 2022 – Hyundai today released a summary of changes to its lineup for the 2023 model year. To view the guide, visit: https://www.hyundainews.com/en-us/releases/3587. ... Continue reading
EV Motoring: Hyundai's IONIQ 5 Electric SUV Receives 2022 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+
Jun 30, 2022
Hyundai’s all-new 2022 IONIC 5 (built after December 2021) has received an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) 2022 TOP SAFETY PICK PLUS (TSP+) designation. The significant achievement now gives Hyundai a total of nine 2022 TOP SAFETY PICK PLUS (TSP+) and TOP SAFETY PICK (TSP)-rated vehicles in its lineup, ... Continue reading
China Has 65% of Public EV Charging Stations Worldwide
Jun 30, 2022
Easy accessibility to charging stations is one of the essential requirements in the global push toward electric vehicles (EVs). Meanwhile, most of the world is still preparing to build the necessary infrastructure; China has already taken significant strides. According to the numbers presented by StockApps.com, 65% of ... Continue reading
GENESIS NAMED TOP PREMIUM BRAND IN J.D. POWER 2022 U.S. INITIAL QUALITY STUDY
Jun 30, 2022
Genesis brand reclaims top spot in the Premium category for the 2022 study and improves by 3 rank positions overallG80 ranked top of its segment in initial quality for the second consecutive yearFOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Jun. 28, 2022 – Today, Genesis was named top premium brand in the J.D. Power 2022 U.S. Initial Qua ... Continue reading
Jun 29, 2022
June 29, 2022 – A wide cross-section of Kia America’s world-class SUVs and sedans received high marks in the J.D. Power 2022 U.S. Initial Quality Study (IQS), with the Forte topping the Compact Car segment for the fourth consecutive year. Five other Kia models – Carnival, K5, Rio, Sportage, and Telluride – each ... Continue reading
Jun 28, 2022
Hyundai Motor Company today revealed the streamlined and timeless design of the highly anticipated IONIQ 6, the second model in its IONIQ dedicated all-electric-vehicle lineup brand. IONIQ 6, which Hyundai describes as an Electrified Streamliner, is aerodynamically sculpted and makes innovative use of sustainable mater ... Continue reading
2022 Honda Civic Sedan Sport - Review by Mark Fulmer
Jun 28, 2022
New for the 2022 Civic Sport: a smooth exterior redesign, a refined and up-scaled interior, enhanced safety systems, MPG of 31 city and 39 highway 36 combined, and a base price of 21K ... Continue reading
EVgo and General Motors Activate Plug and Charge Across EVgo Network
Jun 27, 2022
EVgo Inc. , the nation’s largest public fast charging network for electric vehicles (EVs), and General Motors (GM) today announced the availability of Plug and Charge for all GM EVs* with DC fast-charging capability on the EVgo network. Plug and Charge enables EVgo GM customers to start a fast-charging session in sec ... Continue reading
Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap-up - June 19-25, 2022
Jun 26, 2022
Below are the past week's important, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy-to-understand automotive universe news nuggets ... Continue reading
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