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NO NEW GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLES IN THE U.S. BY 2014...Can It Be Done?

NO NEW GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLES IN THE U.S. BY 2014...Can It Be Done?

By Marc J. Rauch, Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher - The world seems to be in the midst of an energy crisis, fueled (if you'll pardon the pun) by issues related to petroleum oil and gasoline. Among the consequences of these issues are soaring prices of other consumer products and services; limited freedom of personal ... Continue reading

All-New Lexus ES Goes on Sale in Japan

All-New Lexus ES Goes on Sale in Japan

Lexus announced the start of 2019 Lexus ES sales at all its dealerships across Japan.Highlights:- Its head-turning profile reflects its dynamic capabilities and continues the brand's commitment to crafting vehicles with heightened excitement, emotion, and passion.- The GA-K platform provides the foundation for heighten ... Continue reading

NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY - OCTOBER 22, 2018: Chevrolet, GMC, Honda, Volvo, Volkswagen, Cadillac, BMW, Jeep, Buses, Trucks and Trailers

NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY - OCTOBER 22, 2018: Chevrolet, GMC, Honda, Volvo, Volkswagen, Cadillac, BMW, Jeep, Buses, Trucks and Trailers

Recalls: Chevrolet, GMC, Honda, Volvo, Volkswagen, Cadillac, BMW, Jeep, Winnebago, Kenworth, Peterbuilt; Spartan, Keystone, Newmar, Lion, Dennis Eagle, Fontaine, Nova Bus ... Continue reading

AUTO LAB RADIO Saturday October 20, 2018; WNYM Radio AM 970 7-9 AM Helping You Enjoy The Drive

AUTO LAB RADIO Saturday October 20, 2018; WNYM Radio AM 970 7-9 AM Helping You Enjoy The Drive

Auto Lab is a 28 year old interactive automotive-focused New York City radio call-in show hosted by Professor Harold Wolchok. Featuring an in-studio panel of experienced hands-on automotive experts sharing accurate, honest, practical and street-smart car repair, automotive career opportunities and vehicle and repair bu ... Continue reading

NSX Cutaway Sketch by Legendary Artist Shin Yoshikawa

NSX Cutaway Sketch by Legendary Artist Shin Yoshikawa

Unique, hand-drawn pencil sketch exposes inner workings of the NSX's Sport Hybrid SH-AWD® power unit ... Continue reading

2019 Acura NSX Press Kit

2019 Acura NSX Press Kit

Overview Dynamic Performance Power Unit Package Aerodynamics Space Frame and Body Panels Chassis Interior and Exterior Integrated Dynamics System Safety and Driver-Assistive Technology Audio and Connectivity Design, Development and Manufacturing Options and Colors Glossary Back to Top 2019 Acura NSX – Overview Change ... Continue reading

2019 Hyundai NEXO: The Next-Generation Fuel Cell SUV

2019 Hyundai NEXO: The Next-Generation Fuel Cell SUV

NEXO is a Hyundai advanced technological showcase with only clean H2O emissions New Advanced Driver Assistance Systems include Remote Smart Parking Assist and Lane Following Assist NEXO is the only mass-produced fuel cell SUV for the U.S. market and boasts an estimated range of 380 miles NEXO battery is covered by Hyun ... Continue reading

2018 BMW 330e iPerformance Review By John Helig

2018 BMW 330e iPerformance Review By John Helig

Overall, the BMW 330e is a very nice car. Being a BMW defines that part. I was disappointed with the all-electric range, though. ... Continue reading

2018 Toyota Prius c Review By Larry Nutson

2018 Toyota Prius c Review By Larry Nutson

The Prius c I drove for this review is just a tad over 162 inches long which makes for easy maneuvering into tight parking spaces. Plus, under the rear hatch you get a decent 17 cu.ft. of cargo space, which gets larger when you fold the rear seats. And, there’s seating for five, although perhaps only four average siz ... Continue reading

Automotive News Digest; Week Ending October 6, 2018 Edited By Larry Nutson

Automotive News Digest; Week Ending October 6, 2018 Edited By Larry Nutson

FCA Outsells Dragging Ford In September US Sales; Fairer NAFTA Deal; GM Listening In; Toyota Hybrid Recall; Subaru Recall; CR Says Cadillac Controls Better Than Tesla; Ford Looking At Overseas Partners; NASCAR Changes; Bondurant High-speed Driving School Goes Bankrupt; Bullitt @50 ... Continue reading

Toyota Will Recall 2.4 Million Prius Hybrids In Japan and Abroad

Toyota Will Recall 2.4 Million Prius Hybrids In Japan and Abroad

Toyota's recall includes older Prius models produced between October 2008 and November 2014 a total of 2.43 million gasoline-electric hybrids at home and abroad over a hybrid system issue that can lead to stalling. ... Continue reading

2018 Honda Accord Review By Larry Nutson

2018 Honda Accord Review By Larry Nutson

The midsize sedan segment is chock-full of entries. Most all of them are great choices for anyone’s family fleet. One tough competitor to the Accord is Toyota’s Camry. And, it too is entirely redesigned for 2018, making for even tougher competition. ... Continue reading

In electrification push, INFINITI to reveal Project Black S Prototype featuring Formula One performance hybrid technology

In electrification push, INFINITI to reveal Project Black S Prototype featuring Formula One performance hybrid technology

As part of its plan to electrify its portfolio from 2021 onward, INFINITI will reveal a new Project Black S prototype in Paris, showcasing how Formula One® dual-hybrid electric powertrain technology can be deployed in a road car. Following the 2017 INFINITI Project Black S design study, the new hybrid electric prototy ... Continue reading

Hyundai Kona, Santa Fe and NEXO Win Silver Award from IDEA 2018

Hyundai Kona, Santa Fe and NEXO Win Silver Award from IDEA 2018

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Sept. 20, 2018 – Hyundai’s 2018 Kona, 2019 Santa Fe and NEXO together have been recognized as a Silver Award winner in the 2018 International Design Excellence Awards® (IDEA) by the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) for their forward-thinking design and distinct styling. ... Continue reading

2018 KIA NIRO Review By Steve Purdy

2018 KIA NIRO Review By Steve Purdy

The new 2018 Kia Niro has much to admire and should be on your shopping list. 2018 KIA NIRO The Newest Little Hybrid Review by Steve Purdy The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau Looking for a really small, efficient crossover? Well, here’s a brand new one just out of the box – the 2017 Kia Niro, a hybrid subcompact, fron ... Continue reading

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