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Top 10 Hybrid Cars for First-Time Buyers

Top 10 Hybrid Cars for First-Time Buyers

If you’re a first-time car buyer, a hybrid vehicle is smart, but which is best? To help, we’ve put together this guide to the top 10 hybrids for first-time buyers. ... Continue reading

2025 Hyundai Tucson XRT AWD - Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2025 Hyundai Tucson XRT AWD - Review by David Colman +VIDEO

I could hardly believe the number showing on my tape measure: 73 inches! That number can't be right. Can I really slide a six foot plus package through the tailgate of this 2025 Hyundai Tucson and still leave enough room to hit the auto-close button on the back door? ... Continue reading

2025 Honda Civic SI - Review by Bruce Hotchkiss +VIDEO

2025 Honda Civic SI - Review by Bruce Hotchkiss +VIDEO

Once upon a time a performance car was a 2-door. The number of doors no longer matters. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News WrapUp - May 5-11, 2025

Nutson's Weekly Auto News WrapUp - May 5-11, 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

2025 Lexus UX300h F Sport Handling - Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2025 Lexus UX300h F Sport Handling - Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Lexus has just released the latest revision of their entry level UX model range. While the new offerings may look superficially similar to previous versions, subtle changes for 2025 make this ultra compact SUV much more enticing to drive. ... Continue reading

Road Trip - Driving the Downeast Highway, Maine’s Route 1 - By Larry Nutson

Road Trip - Driving the Downeast Highway, Maine’s Route 1 - By Larry Nutson

The Original US 1 - Awhile back my wife informed me she was going away to Western Massachusetts for a few days with some of her lady friends. She suggested after this getaway we meet at the home of our daughter and her husband who live in Boston’s Northshore. ... Continue reading

"Piling On", The Auto Channel EV Vision - Finally Other Journalists With "Balls" Support Our "Choice" Of Future Mobility Power - We Told Ya!

"Piling On", The Auto Channel EV Vision - Finally Other Journalists With "Balls" Support Our "Choice" Of Future Mobility Power - We Told Ya!

For almost 30 years The Auto Channel has faced the onslaught of misguided mobility positions, and a lack of advertising support from know nothings leading the errant companies. No matter if from the PR departments, General Media, Automotive Press or Politicians or University professors or Experts...if our editorial tea ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News WrapUp - April 28 - May 4, 2025

Nutson's Weekly Auto News WrapUp - April 28 - May 4, 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

Farewell to Our Dear Friend, Thom Cannell

Farewell to Our Dear Friend, Thom Cannell

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Thom Cannell, a long time associate and contributor to The Auto Channel. ... Continue reading

Elevating Your Car's Interior: Innovative Ideas for Customization

Elevating Your Car's Interior: Innovative Ideas for Customization

When customizing cars, many enthusiasts focus solely on the exterior, neglecting the potential of creating a personalized and comfortable interior space. However, considering that we spend most of our time inside the car, it's worthwhile to explore innovative ideas that can transform the interior into a unique and tail ... Continue reading

2024 Lexus GX 550 Premium+ 4WD – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2024 Lexus GX 550 Premium+ 4WD – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

A brute that's capable of towing a Howitzer canon! ... Continue reading

The Rise & Fall of General Motors and the Subjugation of the Industrialized World

The Rise & Fall of General Motors and the Subjugation of the Industrialized World

How the perfect storm of commercial forces created the world's largest corporation, enslaved us to gasoline, and ultimately brought the car maker to its knees ... Continue reading

2024 Honda Prologue AWD Elite - Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2024 Honda Prologue AWD Elite - Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Honda's 2024 Prologue isn't actually a Honda so much as it is a reconfigured Chevrolet Blazer EV dressed up to look like a Honda. ... Continue reading

Don't Be So Fracking Stupid, Ethanol Is The Smart Choice!

Don't Be So Fracking Stupid, Ethanol Is The Smart Choice!

Let's Get Real Clear on Ethanol Fuel - All negative comments about ethanol fuel are incorrect. ... Continue reading

Where to Buy Durable Truck Parts That Last

Where to Buy Durable Truck Parts That Last

When your truck is your livelihood—or even your weekend warrior—you can’t afford to cut corners on parts. The difference between a high-quality, long-lasting component and a cheap imitation can mean the difference between smooth rides and frustrating breakdowns. ... Continue reading

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