News By Topic: Larry Nutson

2021 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat With The Goodies - Review By Larry Nutson

Aug 3, 2021

2021 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody Hemi: Since 1953, The first time a Hemi engine sat under the hood of a Dodge was back in 1953. This Red Ram V8 continued until 1957. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap Up July 25-31, 2021

Aug 2, 2021

The past week's important, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy-to-digest news nuggets. ... Continue reading

2021 Kia K5 - Review by Larry Nutson

Aug 1, 2021

Kia pulled out all the stops for this replacement for its long-running Optima midsize sedan, adding performance and optional all-wheel drive. The Optima was a bellwether of Kia’s steady march from econo-brand to a design and value leader. The K5 continues that, generating interest in the sedan as SUVs surged to 65% o ... Continue reading

2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime Plug-In Hybrid Review by Larry Nutson +VIDEO

Jul 30, 2021

Back in the Spring in this year of the pandemic I drove Toyota’s 2020 RAV4. In closing out my review I wrote “a bit more excitement is coming in the form of the 302-horspeower Toyota RAV4 Prime, a 2021 model that will arrive in summer 2020. ... Continue reading

2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Trail Rated Electric Vehicle - Review By Larry Nutson

Jul 30, 2021

Born in 1941, the Jeep brand is celebrating 80 years of 4x4 open-air freedom and adventure. ... Continue reading

2021 Genesis GV80 Chicagoland Review by Larry Nutson +VIDEO

Jul 29, 2021

The 2021 GV80 is the first utility vehicle (UV) from Genesis, the luxury vehicle brand from Hyundai Motor Group. ... Continue reading

2021 Lexus IS Review by Larry Nutson +VIDEO

Jul 28, 2021

Not to be hampered by the pandemic that has gripped the world in 2020, Lexus continues to roll out new and updated models. For 2021 the compact IS sport sedan gets a freshened exterior styling, a reimagined interior, returned driving dynamics, more advanced driver-assistance safety features and an updated infotainment ... Continue reading

2019 Maserati Levante GTS Review By Larry Nutson

Jul 27, 2021

2019 Maserati Levante GTS The SUV that can make your heart pound and give you goosebumps when accelerating. My, how the automotive landscape has changed. As I look back in time I would never have thought that brands renowned for ultra luxury or boutique sports car makers would foray into the SUV market. ... Continue reading

2021 GMC Yukon Denali Review By Larry Nutson

Jul 26, 2021

I’ve had a couple previous drive experiences in GMC’s full-size Yukon utility vehicle that is extensively new for 2021. I’ve also driven its sibling Cadillac Escalade and will drive the new Chevrolet Tahoe in a couple weeks. ... Continue reading

Nutson Weekly Auto News Wrap-up July 18-24, 2021

Jul 25, 2021

Chicago Car Guy Larry Nutson's Take On Last Weeks Automotive News ... Continue reading

2021 Mazda CX-30 2.5 Turbo Review By Larry Nutson

Jul 25, 2021

I drove the new 2020 Mazda CX-30 about a year ago and explained to readers how it fit in between Mazda’s CX-3 and CX-5 in both size and price. The CX-30 is based on the same platform that also underpins the Mazda3 hatchback and sedan. ... Continue reading

2021 Hyundai Palisade Review by Larry Nutson

Jul 23, 2021

First introduced in mid-2019 for the 2020 model year, this UV will seat up to eight, has a powerful V6, can tow a bunch, and is surprisingly luxurious for the price. ... Continue reading

2021 Cadillac Escalade Review Redux By Larry Nutson

Jul 22, 2021

Late last fall I had my first drive in Cadillac’s all-new 2021 Escalade. As we approached the start of spring 2021 I again spent some time driving the new Escalade. ... Continue reading

2021 Jeep Gladiator Trail Rated Review By Larry Nutson

Jul 22, 2021

A whopping 2.9 million pickups were sold in the U.S. last year, making up roughly 20% of the entire auto market, according to Cox Automotive. Full size and midsize pickups are offered by eight different brands. ... Continue reading

2022 Acura MDX - Review by Larry Nutson

Jul 21, 2021

Acura was the first Japanese luxury brand in the U.S. arriving on our shores 35 years ago in 1986. The first vehicle models they sold were two-door and four-door sedans. ... Continue reading