J.D. Power Initial Quality Study; Buick and Genesis Rank Highest
Jul 1, 2022
According to the J.D. Power 2022 U.S. Initial Quality StudySM (IQS), released today. The disruptions caused by the pandemic—supply chain issues, record-high vehicle prices and personnel dislocations—contributed to vehicle problems reaching a record high in the 36-year history of this benchmark study. ... Continue reading
Jul 1, 2022
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., July 1, 2022 -- Jeep® brand offers Gladiator and Wrangler Freedom special editions to honor servicemen and servicewomen Military-themed exterior and interior design cues include an Oscar Mike badge, as well as an American flag decal Winch-capable steel front bumper and steel rock rails Jeep brand ... Continue reading
2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Auto Channel Review by Mark Fulmer
Jul 1, 2022
2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid. The Tucson Hybrid follows the successful Hyundai strategy of of presenting unique styling, enhanced value, advanced powertrains, and safety. Even in the crowded SUV market, the Tucson competes by giving buyers some interesting design accents. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Ioniq 5 Earns Highest IIHS Safety Award +VIDEO
Jun 30, 2022
The all-new 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5, an electric small SUV, earns a Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. To earn either of the Institute’s two awards in 2022, vehicles must earn good ratings in six IIHS crashworthiness evaluations, including the driver-side small overlap front, passeng ... Continue reading
GENESIS NAMED TOP PREMIUM BRAND IN J.D. POWER 2022 U.S. INITIAL QUALITY STUDY
Jun 30, 2022
Genesis brand reclaims top spot in the Premium category for the 2022 study and improves by 3 rank positions overallG80 ranked top of its segment in initial quality for the second consecutive yearFOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Jun. 28, 2022 – Today, Genesis was named top premium brand in the J.D. Power 2022 U.S. Initial Qua ... Continue reading
Jun 29, 2022
June 29, 2022 – A wide cross-section of Kia America’s world-class SUVs and sedans received high marks in the J.D. Power 2022 U.S. Initial Quality Study (IQS), with the Forte topping the Compact Car segment for the fourth consecutive year. Five other Kia models – Carnival, K5, Rio, Sportage, and Telluride – each ... Continue reading
FORD CELEBRATES 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF F-SERIES TRUCKS WITH 2023 F-150 HERITAGE EDITION
Jun 28, 2022
DEARBORN, Mich., June 27, 2022 – To celebrate 75 years of F-Series trucks, Ford introduces the 2023 F-150 Heritage Edition – a modern take on the timeless 1970s and ’80s two-tone exterior paint offerings featuring the classic style combined with the outstanding durability, capability and technology today’s F-15 ... Continue reading
Jun 28, 2022
Hyundai Motor Company today revealed the streamlined and timeless design of the highly anticipated IONIQ 6, the second model in its IONIQ dedicated all-electric-vehicle lineup brand. IONIQ 6, which Hyundai describes as an Electrified Streamliner, is aerodynamically sculpted and makes innovative use of sustainable mater ... Continue reading
Keeping Up Hot Auto Topics From CAR(la) Center For Automotive Research - June 24, 2022
Jun 28, 2022
Traverse City MI June 24, 2022; Electric vehicle affordability and incentives were a hot topic this week as inflation continues to affect the cost of EVs, among other things. There were also some interesting studies from IIHS and NHTSA related to driver-assistance features in vehicles. ... Continue reading
Radford Type 62-2 Declared Winner of Michelin Showstopper Award at Goodwood Festival of Speed
Jun 28, 2022
Radford’s coachbuilt Lotus Type 62-2 has won the Michelin Showstopper Award at the 2022 Goodwood Festival of Speed. The prestigious accolade, voted for by the public, comes after the car made its global dynamic debut at the global event in front of thousands of fans. ... Continue reading
2022 Volkswagen Tiguan - Review by Larry Nutson
Jun 18, 2022
Tiguan is Volkswagen’s best selling model in the U.S., as well as around the world. For 2022 Tiguan has received freshened exterior styling as well as refinements to its interior. ... Continue reading
2022 Volkswagen Golf R - Review by Larry Nutson
Jun 16, 2022
The Volkswagen Golf first arrived on the U.S. shores as a 1975 model bearing the Rabbit name. Now, forty-seven years later, the mainstream Golf is no longer as VW’s Taos and Tiguan utility vehicles can meet the needs of those U.S. customers. ... Continue reading
Cadillac CELESTIQ to be Built at GM’s Global Technical Center
Jun 15, 2022
GM to invest $81 million to build the CELESTIQ CELESTIQ will challenge the ultra-luxury space with defining design, technology and performance CELESTIQ will leverage GM’s extensive additive manufacturing capabilities and supplier network, featuring more 3D printed parts than any GM vehicle program to date DETROIT – ... Continue reading
Rare Car Colors Retain More Value
Jun 15, 2022
Vehicles in rarer colors such as yellow, orange and purple retain their value at a better rate than cars in traditionally dominant colors such as silver, black and white, auto research website iSeeCars.com said in a study. Karl Brauer, executive analyst at iSeeCars.com, said he hopes the study will persuade people to p ... Continue reading
The Electric Drive Report From EDTA
Jun 14, 2022
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