News By Topic: Behind The Wheel

Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Wrap-up June 9-15, 2024

Jun 16, 2024

Top automotive story picks from this past week, important to you, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy-to-understand automotive news nuggets. ... Continue reading

America's Problem, American Solution

Jun 15, 2024

RoadTrip takes an in-depth look at alcohol as an engine fuel” Joining The Auto Channel's Co-Publisher and show host Marc J. Rauch, is David Blume, author of the most authoritative book and seminar series on ethanol and Ed Begley, Jr., actor and leading environmental activist. In the first half of the show Ed talk ... Continue reading

2025 Toyota Crown Signia Wagonish New Model

Jun 14, 2024

The first-ever 2025 Toyota Crown Signia brings striking style and fashionable function to Toyota’s SUV lineup. With a flowing silhouette, spacious premium interior, and stylish color choices, the Crown Signia is an impeccable package that’s sure to turn heads. ... Continue reading

3 Common Travel Insurance Exclusions All Travelers Should Know

Jun 14, 2024

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., June 14, 2024 -- Many travelers assume travel insurance is meant to cover every aspect of their trip. ... Continue reading

Hyundai Wins Two Favorite Vehicle Awards From Midwest Automotive Media Association

Jun 14, 2024

Hyundai led with two favorite vehicle awards at the Midwest Automotive Media Associations' (MAMA) recent Spring Rally in Elkhart Lake, WI. The award-winning, all-electric 2025 IONIQ 5 N was named Favorite Performance Vehicle, and the Hyundai Santa Fe was named Favorite Family Vehicle by MAMA's attending 100 media membe ... Continue reading

Big Oil, Ethanol Producers and American Farmers (Finally) Sue Out Of Control US Government To Stop Limiting American Driver's Future Vehicle Options

Jun 14, 2024

WASHINGTON, June 13, 2024 – The American Petroleum Institute (API) today filed a lawsuit in the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals challenging the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) light-duty and medium-duty vehicle emissions standards for model years 2027-2032. “Today, we are taking action to protect Ameri ... Continue reading

GENESIS REVEALS U.S. PRICING FOR FIRST-EVER 2025 GV80 COUPE

Jun 13, 2024

2025 GV80 Coupe starts at an MSRP of $79,950 Maximizing utility and sportiness, GV80 Coupe offers a dynamic driving experience and elevated interior cabin FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 13, 2024 -- Genesis today announced U.S. pricing for the first-ever 2025 GV80 Coupe. Starting from a manufacturer's suggested retail pr ... Continue reading

May New-Car Sales Boost Used-Car Inventory, Dropping Used-Car Prices 7% to $28,861, According to Cars Commerce May Industry Insights Report

Jun 13, 2024

On Average, Used Cars Cost About $20,000 Less Than New Vehicles — Largest Price Gap Since 2018 CHICAGO, June 13, 2024 -- Cars.com Inc. (d/b/a "Cars Commerce Inc."), an audience-driven technology company empowering the automotive industry, today launched its May Industry Insights Report. Crafted by an expert team of C ... Continue reading

2024 Acura Integra Type S – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Jun 13, 2024

2024 Acura Integra Type S The Newest Addition to the Honda-Acura Hall of Fame ... Continue reading

2025 Honda Civic Sedan Prices and MPG Revealed

Jun 12, 2024

June 12, 2024 — TORRANCE, Calif. Refreshed Civic lineup offers sportier styling, improved fuel economy ratings and available hybrid-electric power With 232 lb.-ft of torque, new Civic hybrid is the most powerful Civic ever not named Type R, while receiving a 50 mpg EPA city fuel economy rating5 Civic hybrid-electric ... Continue reading

Driving Decarbonization in America - No Mention of Ethanol, Today's Actual Solution WTF?

Jun 12, 2024

NEW YORK, June 12, 2024 -- The unmistakable futuristic hum from passing vehicles on the road signals a new era in transportation and mobility. The automotive industry is transforming with new ownership models, cutting-edge connectivity, and innovative advanced electrified powertrains. ... Continue reading

2024 Genesis G70 RWD 2.5T Sport Prestige – Review by David Colman

Jun 12, 2024

Winner of the TACH Automotive Triple Crown: Looks, Performance, and Value Story and Photos by David Colman Special Correspondent to THE AUTO CHANNEL The G70 sports sedan has great bones. Its runway model looks and ultra luxe interior both suggest a list price of $70,000 would be appropriate. ... Continue reading

2024 Mazda3 2.5T Premium Plus AWD Hatchback - Review by David Colman

Jun 12, 2024

Mazda offers its nimble Mazda3 sports sedan in seven different versions, ranging in price from the Base model ($25,335) to the top line Turbo Premium Plus AWD offering ($36,650) that we tested. ... Continue reading

Nippon Express U.S.A. Introduces First Electric Truck

Jun 10, 2024

- 14 Vehicles to Be Introduced This Fiscal Year to Address Climate Change by Further Cutting CO2 Emissions - TOKYO, June 10, 2024 -- As part of its climate change initiatives, Nippon Express U.S.A., Inc. (hereinafter "NX USA"), a group company of NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGS, INC., has introduced its first electric truck th ... Continue reading

OFFICIAL NHTSA RECALLS SUMMARY Jume 10. 2024

Jun 10, 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