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Auto Channel Exclusive: Open Letter to Marlo Lewis, Jr., Senior Fluffer at Competitive Enterprise Institute

Auto Channel Exclusive: Open Letter to Marlo Lewis, Jr., Senior Fluffer at Competitive Enterprise Institute

Hi Marlo - I recently read an editorial you wrote about ethanol for a stink tank called Competitive Enterprises Institute. ... Continue reading

Life As We Might Have Known It: What If Ethanol Was Our Primary Engine Fuel

Life As We Might Have Known It: What If Ethanol Was Our Primary Engine Fuel

Consumers never had the opportunity to vote on which fuel they wanted; there was never a national referendum. And in the years since the repeal of prohibition the public has never been told the truth about petroleum oil fuels, nor has the public been given the opportunity to vote to discontinue petroleum oil subsidies. ... Continue reading

How the 2025 Nissan Armada Earned its PRO-4X Badge

How the 2025 Nissan Armada Earned its PRO-4X Badge

At Nissan's Arizona Testing Center, Nissan engineers put vehicles through extensive tests to help them withstand what Mother Nature has planned, from blistering heat to corrosive salt exposure, humidity and countless other conditions. ... Continue reading

The Cars of Donald Trump

The Cars of Donald Trump

It seems like virtually every aspect of Donald Trump’s life has been closely examined in the media in recent months. That’s inevitable really when you’re not only the US President-elect, but also an outspoken individual. ... Continue reading

2025 Honda Accord Hybrid Sport L – Review by David Colman

2025 Honda Accord Hybrid Sport L – Review by David Colman

2025 Honda Accord Hybrid Sport L – Review by David Colman Understated Good Looks and Track-Quality Handling Photos and Story by David Colman Special Correspondent THE AUTO CHANNEL Buried unseen within the matrix of every Honda is the DNA of a race car. That beneficial trait has long made Honda the number one choice o ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News WrapUp - May 12-19, 2025

Nutson's Weekly Auto News WrapUp - May 12-19, 2025

Here are Larry's top story picks from this past week's important to you, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions, and insider back stories. ... Continue reading

Blowing Up the "Heat Energy" Myth: The Case for Ethanol

Blowing Up the "Heat Energy" Myth: The Case for Ethanol

What if everything you thought you knew about engine fuel efficiency was based on a myth? I recently sat down with three experts to unpack the issue: David Blume, author of Alcohol Can Be A Gas!; Marc Rauch, co-founder of The Auto Channel and author of The Ethanol Papers; and Dean Harlow, former president of Ricardo PL ... Continue reading

Why Should You Get a Reconditioned Turbocharger for Your Car?

Why Should You Get a Reconditioned Turbocharger for Your Car?

For many drivers, the thought of buying a brand-new turbocharger might seem daunting, especially when looking at the price tag. There's an alternative that's both reliable and cost-effective: a reconditioned turbocharger ... Continue reading

What's Up with Compressed Air-Powered Vehicles? Get the Info Here - VIDEO ENHANCED

What's Up with Compressed Air-Powered Vehicles? Get the Info Here - VIDEO ENHANCED

Recently, we were asked "What companies make Air Powered Cars?" Given all the noise that surfaced about 10 months ago concerning the state of this amazing technology we thought an update was needed. There are at least three companies working on producing compressed air-powered vehicles. The most well-known is MDI, base ... Continue reading

Are Collectible Cars a Good Long Term Investment?

Are Collectible Cars a Good Long Term Investment?

Car collectors have a habit of looking for rare cars and storing them for display at their private residence. Luxury car brands like Porsche, Ferrari, Mercedes, and Bugatti produce limited edition cars for a niche audience of wealthy automobile enthusiasts. ... Continue reading

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Offering substantial benefits in terms of luxury, convenience, and storage space ... Continue reading

6 Reasons your Steering Wheel is Making a Noise and How to Fix it?

6 Reasons your Steering Wheel is Making a Noise and How to Fix it?

Your driver's ability to react to any road issues depends majorly on the car's steering wheel. It has a huge role in your steering as well as a suspension system. ... Continue reading

Car Rental Tips for Your Holiday Car Hire

Car Rental Tips for Your Holiday Car Hire

Driving around Dubai in a supercar is a top activity for drivers. In 2025, the UAE was among the top ten countries with the highest-quality roads. ... Continue reading

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