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EV Motoring Fairy-Tale Reality - Be Worried Be Very Worried

EV Motoring Fairy-Tale Reality - Be Worried Be Very Worried

“We’re Going to Need A Lot of Lithium. . .” (Cue the Jaws theme)Here’s a quote that plenty of product planners who are penciling the future of electric vehicles:“It’s almost impossible, and definitely a race against time The big money that needs to be spent takes time to get approval for and to deploy.”Th ... Continue reading

Close-up Of Latest NHTSA Recalls November 18, 2024

Close-up Of Latest NHTSA Recalls November 18, 2024

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) safety recalls that may affect your vehicle.The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.To find out if your spec ... Continue reading

Explaining Unleaded 88 Gasoline (E15 - 15% Ethanol)

Explaining Unleaded 88 Gasoline (E15 - 15% Ethanol)

Explaining Unleaded 88 Gasoline Turn About is Fair Play as Ethanol Industry Zings the Oil Industry with Brilliant Branding Strategy By Marc J. Rauch Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher ... Continue reading

Vital Tips for a Successful Used Car Purchase

Vital Tips for a Successful Used Car Purchase

Thinking of buying a used car? It can be a wise and economical decision, but it's essential to proceed with caution to find a trustworthy and suitable vehicle. As someone passionate about cars, we want to help you make an informed choice. ... Continue reading

Loyal Customers Returning to Their Brand of Choice As Inventory Increases J.D. Power Finds

Loyal Customers Returning to Their Brand of Choice As Inventory Increases J.D. Power Finds

TROY, Mich.: 25 Sept. 2024 — Perennial brand loyalty leaders including Toyota, Honda and Lexus have each been able to grow their respective shares of loyal customers amid stagnation experienced by other brands, according to the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Automotive Brand Loyalty Study,SM released today. ... Continue reading

Shopping For A Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle? PHEV Buyers Guide - Deep Links To All Manufacturers

Shopping For A Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle? PHEV Buyers Guide - Deep Links To All Manufacturers

SEE ALSO: Updated Links To EVERY PHEV Sold In Americs - Specs, Comparisons, MSRP, MPG SEE ALSO: Updated Federal Tax Credit For PHEV Vehicles ... Continue reading

OFFICIAL DETAILED NHTSA WEEKLY RECALLS SUMMARY - September 23, 2024

OFFICIAL DETAILED NHTSA WEEKLY RECALLS SUMMARY - September 23, 2024

The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading

American Motorists Should Determine Their Power Choice, Not Transient Bureaucrats Or Foreign Governments

American Motorists Should Determine Their Power Choice, Not Transient Bureaucrats Or Foreign Governments

Over the past 27 years millions of vehicle shoppers have used The Auto Channel ... Continue reading

2025-2006 IIHS New and Used Model Top Safety Winners - Size Matters For Safer Cars

2025-2006 IIHS New and Used Model Top Safety Winners - Size Matters For Safer Cars

These awards identify the best vehicle choices for safety within size categories during a given year. Larger, heavier vehicles generally afford more protection than smaller, lighter ones. ... Continue reading

A Message To Car Maker PR Execs; HELP (Before We All Go Buh-Bye)

A Message To Car Maker PR Execs; HELP (Before We All Go Buh-Bye)

When comparing the public relations budget to the marketing budget the PR budget is not "chump change", but Foresight Research calls it a marketing "best buy" Foresight Research has been measuring marketing communications for much more than a decade. Of all the communications channel levers that an auto manufacturer ca ... Continue reading

North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year™ Unveils “Best of 2025” List

North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year™ Unveils “Best of 2025” List

Ten cars, five trucks and ten utility vehicles will advance to finalist round of the prestigious awards process DETROIT, September 13, 2024 – Twenty-five vehicles have been named the “Best of 2025” by the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year™ (NACTOY) Awards organization and will move on to ... Continue reading

New Car and Truck Reviews 1993-2025 Gas, Hybrid, Battery Models Performed By Humans For Humans

New Car and Truck Reviews 1993-2025 Gas, Hybrid, Battery Models Performed By Humans For Humans

New Car and Truck Reviews 1993-2025, Used Car Specs, Crash tests, Service Bulletins, Recalls, MPG, and Other Purchase Consideration Decision Making Research and Road Tests ... Continue reading

Tips to Take Care of Your EV Battery During Summer Weather

Tips to Take Care of Your EV Battery During Summer Weather

MARKHAM, Ontario--Summer’s soaring temperatures, can pose certain challenges for electric vehicles (EVs) like the VinFast VF 8. Therefore, it's crucial for owners to understand how to properly care for the battery, especially in the face of extreme heat. ... Continue reading

Smart TV Maker Exclusive "The Auto Channel" A Unique Trademarked and Registered SMART TV CHANNEL Ready For Your Product Differentiation

Smart TV Maker Exclusive "The Auto Channel" A Unique Trademarked and Registered SMART TV CHANNEL Ready For Your Product Differentiation

A car guy's most important Stop On The Digital Mother Road. The Auto Channel provides focused easy to understand, easy to read helpful and fun automotive content. ... Continue reading

EXTREME FAST CHARGING (XFC) IS BECOMING A MAINSTREAM EV REQUIREMENT, INITIALLY DEBUTING IN PREMIUM VEHICLES

EXTREME FAST CHARGING (XFC) IS BECOMING A MAINSTREAM EV REQUIREMENT, INITIALLY DEBUTING IN PREMIUM VEHICLES

StoreDot, the pioneer and world leader in extreme fast charging (XFC) silicon battery technology for electric vehicles (EVs), forecasts that XFC technology is becoming a mainstream feature required by all EV drivers, after initially entering the market as a premium offering in high-end EVs. StoreDot's vision aligns wit ... Continue reading

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