Toyota and Lexus in the U.S. Accounted for Nearly 2 Million of Total 5 Million Global Hybrid Sales
Apr 17, 2013
Nearly 2 million (1,951,243) Toyota and Lexus hybrid vehicles have been sold in the United States, significantly reducing CO2 emissions and fuel consumption. The announcement was made today by Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), USA, in conjunction with Toyota Motor Corporation's announcement in Japan that it has sold 5 million ... Continue reading
smart Goes On Tour With New Electric Drive +VIDEO
Apr 16, 2013
smart, the iconic microcar, hits the road on an eleven-city tour bringing the all-new smart electric drive to eco-minded urbanites across the country. Each stop on the tour offers an opportunity to drive the most affordable electric vehicle on the market, with an MSRP of $25,000 (additional federal, state and local sub ... Continue reading
Heels On Wheels: 2013 Hyundai Azera Review
Apr 16, 2013
Heels On Wheels: 2013 Hyundai Azera Review, HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE AZERA VEHICLE To reign over the full-size sedan market, youâve got to offer full-size attraction, and the 2013 Hyundai Azera brings exactly that with racy flare and a very reasonable pri ... Continue reading
10 Most Recent Car and Truck Reviews (2013-2014)
Apr 15, 2013
Auto Central April 15, 2013; For over 20 years The Auto Channel has populated its New Car and New Truck Review Library with thousands of professionally conducted, and original new vehicle reviews. The Auto Channelâs Car and Truck Reviews offer viewers expert un-biased first-hand impressions and meaningful opinions ... Continue reading
2013 Mazda5 Grand Touring Review - Steve Purdy Review
Apr 12, 2013
review 2013 MAZDA5 GRAND TOURING REVIEW By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau Try not to confuse the six-passenger Mazda5, with the newer, five-passenger Mazda CX-5. The latter is essentially a conventional small crossover and the former is a small minivan. Lest you think that term âsmall minivanâ ... Continue reading
2013 Fiat 500 Abarth - Carey Russ Review
Apr 12, 2013
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2013 Fiat 500 Abarth If you're the sort of person who complains that today's cars have no character, and you haven't taken a look at the Fiat 500, especially in performance Abarth trim, look. If only to prove yourself wrong. Limited availability at the start of production meant tha ... Continue reading
Report Finds Growth of Natural Gas Vehicles (NGVs) Would Not Cause Spike in Natural Gas Prices
Apr 11, 2013
WASHINGTON--A new study from the American Clean Skies Foundation (ACSF) finds that a transition to natural gas-fueled heavy duty and light duty vehicles over the next decade will have a minimal impact on natural gas prices. âAnd the incremental rise in fuel prices for this high growth scenario was only approximate ... Continue reading
Ford Explorer Production Goes International as Iconic SUV Rolls Off the Line in Russia
Apr 11, 2013
DEARBORN, Mich., April 11, 2013 DEARBORN, Mich., April 11, 2013 -- Ford Sollers, Ford's joint venture in Russia, today launched the start of full production of the Ford Explorer, marking the first time the iconic SUV has been produced outside of the U.S. Explorer sales in the U.S. rose 33 percent in March. Ford exports ... Continue reading
The 2013 Mazda3 Grand Touring Sedan Review By Michael Bernstein
Apr 10, 2013
By Michael Bernstein Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel Mazdaâs Version of 3 Has No Company Happy Days are in store for Japanese automaker Mazda and you donât need Magnum PI to find the reason because once you get behind the Wheel of Fortune of the new 3 you wonât have to buy a vowel, guess the puzzle, jus ... Continue reading
2013 Hyundai Elantra GT Review By Larry Nutson
Apr 10, 2013
</p><p>2013 Hyundai Elantra GT<br> A compelling choice </p><p>By Larry Nutson <br>Senior Editor, New York Bureau <br>The Auto Channel (DSC_2265) </p><p>Iâve had wheel-time in a number of Hyundai models and always came away very impressed. I hadnât yet been in the Elantra and was looking forward to my drive ti ... Continue reading
2013 Toyota RAV4 Review By John Heilig
Apr 8, 2013
The Auto Page By John Heilig The Auto Channel Model: 2013 Toyota RAV4 Engine: 2.5-liter I4 Horsepower/Torque: 176 hp @ 6,000 rpm/172 lb.-ft. @ 4,100 rpm Transmission: 6-speed manual Wheelbase: 104.7 in. Length x Width x Height: 179.9 x 72.6 x 67.1 in. (with roof rails) Tires: P225/65R17 (LE and XLE) Cargo: 38.4/73.4 cu ... Continue reading
Honda Love, BMW EEh, And Other Rants and Raves in This Months Letter From Europe
Apr 5, 2013
Letter From Europe By Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief The Auto Channel Spent an amazing day in Hondaâs Accord Coupe EX-V6. It isnât very often that I pick up the phone to the PR man in charge to rave about his product but consider this. It was a glorious sunny Sunday morning and I was on my way to Alameda ... Continue reading
2013 Kia Rio 5-Door SX Review By John Heilig
Apr 5, 2013
The Auto Page By John Heilig 2013 Kia Rio Review Model: 2013 Kia Rio 5 SX Engine: 1.6-liter i4 Horsepower/Torque: 138 hp @ 6,300 rpm/123 lb.-ft. @ 4,850 rpm Transmission: 6-speed manual Wheelbase: 101.2 in. Length x width x height: 159.3 x 67.7 x 57.3 in. Tires: P205/45R17 Cargo: 12.3/47.1 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
2013 Dodge Dart Limited Rocky Mountain Review By Dan Poler
Apr 4, 2013
Chrysler gets a compact sedan right. It's about time. By Dan Poler Rocky Mountain Bureau The Auto Chananel Contrast-stitched heated leather seats. Digital âglassâ dashboard. 8.4â touchscreen navigation system. ... Continue reading
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