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Hagerty Channel Debuts on Prime Video

Hagerty Channel Debuts on Prime Video

Featuring Award-Winning Automotive Storytelling TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Feb. 9, 2026 -- Hagerty, Inc. announced today the launch of the brand's automotive enthusiast free ad-support (FAST) channel on Prime Video. ... Continue reading

Official NHTSA Detailed Recalls Summary February 9, 2026

Official NHTSA Detailed Recalls Summary February 9, 2026

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's vehicle recall alerts: . ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrapup February 8, 2026

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrapup February 8, 2026

Larry picked these as important, relevant, interesting and sometimes semi-secret stories you need to know—served up as snappy, opinionated, and insider-sharp, these are expertly crafted, easy-to-understand news nuggets that cut through the noise and get right to what matters to you in the automotive world. ... Continue reading

Review Impressions Of The 2026 Chevrolet Equinox From Master (50 Year Experience) Auto Journalist

Review Impressions Of The 2026 Chevrolet Equinox From Master (50 Year Experience) Auto Journalist

Chevrolet Equinox hub: key specs, trims, MPG/range notes, dimensions, pricing pointers, and links to reviews, comparisons, recalls, and official releases — updated as new model years arrive. ... Continue reading

Searching "Focused Content Channels" Instead of The Web

Searching "Focused Content Channels" Instead of The Web

Focused Content Channels, We here at The Auto Channel believe that The Internet will evolve from the current “search within the content cloud” into a narrower and more successful search of trusted single subject “Focused Content Channels”. These single topic destination channels offer users dire ... Continue reading

THE REMARKABLE STORY OF A BABY REO; 1905 TO 2008

THE REMARKABLE STORY OF A BABY REO; 1905 TO 2008

A Circular Journey By Steve Purdy Shunpiker Productions For those readers who think there is no altruism left in the world I’d like to tell you the story about a Mama, a Baby and the couple who brought them home for good after they wandered the country for over 100 years. Two of the principals in this fascinatin ... Continue reading

A Review Of The 1956 Pontiac Star Chief My Dad's Favorite Car

A Review Of The 1956 Pontiac Star Chief My Dad's Favorite Car

Auto-journalist review of the 1956 Pontiac Star Chief with specs, production notes, and a current market value snapshot for cars in good condition. ... Continue reading

Ford Recalls 116,000 Cars Toyota 55,000

Ford Recalls 116,000 Cars Toyota 55,000

Ford Motor Co. has issued recalls for more than 116,000 vehicles — including many made at one of its two Kentucky plants. ... Continue reading

The 2026 Guide to the Best Jack Stands for Every Garage Budget

The 2026 Guide to the Best Jack Stands for Every Garage Budget

Harbor Freight’s 2020 recall of 1.7 million stands still fuels a 28% spike in “jack-stand failure” searches through 2025. NEISS data show 4,822 U.S. injuries a year from vehicles falling off lifts. ... Continue reading

Will Micro Cars Be The Next Big Thing?

Will Micro Cars Be The Next Big Thing?

Micro cars are gaining momentum as cities get denser and EV costs drop. Here’s why ultra-compact vehicles may become the next big automotive trend.Road trip through Northern Italy that took us through the regions of Lombardy, Liguria, Emilia-Romagna and Veneto. All told, we drove 1374 km or, 852 miles. ... Continue reading

Smart Starts: What Is a Good First Car for a New Driver?

Smart Starts: What Is a Good First Car for a New Driver?

Discover the best first cars for new drivers. Explore top choices that balance safety, affordability, and reliability. Read more to find your perfect match! ... Continue reading

Comparison of Traditional Running Boards vs. Retractable Running Boards

Comparison of Traditional Running Boards vs. Retractable Running Boards

Trucks and SUVs keep getting taller, and a good step can make all the difference. The debate usually comes down to two choices: fixed boards or retractable, motorized steps. ... Continue reading

Hyundai Palisade Wins 2026 MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award for Best Large Utility

Hyundai Palisade Wins 2026 MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award for Best Large Utility

Hyundai Motor America 4–5 minutes Palisade lauded for its exterior design, abundance of tech and overall refinement MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Awards announcement coincides with the opening of the Chicago Auto Show , -- The Hyundai Palisade was named 2026 MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award for Best Large Utility. The Pal ... Continue reading

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