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Hybrids Still A Big Part Of Toyota's Future

Hybrids Still A Big Part Of Toyota's Future

Latin for “prior,” the Prius was, at its inception in 2000, always destined to be the predecessor of a new generation of hybrid vehicles. Now 20 years later, it’s clear the car was aptly named. ... Continue reading

Cash for Clunkers - A Historic Mistake, Says Author Edwin Black - Will History Repeat Itself?

Cash for Clunkers - A Historic Mistake, Says Author Edwin Black - Will History Repeat Itself?

By Edwin Black August 3, 2009 This continuing coverage of America’s oil crisis arises from the The Plan: How to Save America When the Oil Stops—or the Day Before (Dialog Press). Buy it here. The Cash for Clunkers program could have been a turning point for America’s movement to kick its oil addicti ... Continue reading

Can A 33 MPG Toyota Hybrid Minivan Turn Mama On?

Can A 33 MPG Toyota Hybrid Minivan Turn Mama On?

Despite the minivan’s reputation for being a family vehicle, minivans today actually have a quite diverse demographic that spans age ranges and family makeup. With a median age of 54, the current market of new minivan owners is made up of nearly as many Baby Boomers as Gen Y and just as many families without children ... Continue reading

2021 KIA Seltos SX Turbo AWD Review By Bruce Hotchkiss

2021 KIA Seltos SX Turbo AWD Review By Bruce Hotchkiss

What's in a name? Sometimes I have no idea. Take Seltos. ... Continue reading

Mitsubishi Launching Revised And New Models in North America

Mitsubishi Launching Revised And New Models in North America

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) will launch three considerably revised vehicles and one all-new, ground-up redesign, proof of the company's commitment to deliver high quality, top value, leading-edge technology vehicles in the U.S. In addition, standard features and added value across the entire lineup, wi ... Continue reading

2020 Lexus UX 250h Luxury Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2020 Lexus UX 250h Luxury Review by David Colman +VIDEO

A curious amalgamation worth consideration. ... Continue reading

2020 Toyota Highlander Platinum V6 AWD The Crossover From Toyota Review by Bruce Hotchkiss +VIDEO

2020 Toyota Highlander Platinum V6 AWD The Crossover From Toyota Review by Bruce Hotchkiss +VIDEO

2020 Toyota Highlander Platinum V6 AWD I knew someone who bought a first generation Highlander in 2001. I was impressed with it. ... Continue reading

2021 Toyota Prius Tutorial

2021 Toyota Prius Tutorial

It has been nearly 20 years since the Prius entered the American market as Toyota’s first production hybrid car. In that time, the U.S. elected three presidents, the first smart phone premiered, social media got its start, LeBron James went to nine NBA finals, three different billionaires launched private space explo ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Wrap-up - July 12-18, 2020

Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Wrap-up - July 12-18, 2020

This Happened Last Week:Ford Bronco Born, Jeep Fights Back; RAV4 Hybrid, 14 States Push ETrucks; Hyundai EV Sales; New Nissan Ariya Plugged In; Testa Descriptions Verboten in Germany; Lexus Owners Loyalest; STELLANTIS IS New Name; New Corvette Buyers Get Scale Model To Fondle Over; Honda America Discontinues Models; Di ... Continue reading

Official 2021 Toyota Camry Preview

Official 2021 Toyota Camry Preview

Turning 37 can be a tough transition for some, but for the Toyota Camry, it’s a celebratory marker for this landmark model’s largest, most diverse lineup ever. The first-ever XSE Hybrid grade combines the Camry’s most fuel-efficient powertrain with its highest expression of the sport and luxury blend. ... Continue reading

2007 Western Automotive Journalists Test Days: So Many Cars, So Little Time.

2007 Western Automotive Journalists Test Days: So Many Cars, So Little Time.

Western Automotive Journalists, recently had its annual test days. drove Dodge Sprinter Plug-In Hybrid; Mitsubishi Lancer GTS; Volkswagen GTI and EOS; Mazdaspeed3; Honda Civic Si 4-door; Mini Cooper S; Nissan SE-R Spec V; Audi S6; BMW M6; BMW 3-Series; Audi TT; Subaru Legacy 2.5 GT Spec B; Infiniti G35; Acura TL Type S ... Continue reading

NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY - June 28, 2020

NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY - June 28, 2020

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

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Digest June 22-27, 2020

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Digest June 22-27, 2020

June is expected to be another small step “back to normal.” According to a forecast released by Cox Automotive, the seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) of auto sales in June will finish at 12.6 million, down significantly from last year’s 17.2 million pace, but up from May’s 12.2 million level. ... Continue reading

2019 Lexus UX 250h Premium Rocky Mountain Review by Dan Poler

2019 Lexus UX 250h Premium Rocky Mountain Review by Dan Poler

Lexus has brought us the “category defying” UX 250h. Lexus may just be right; There’s nothing quite like it out there. Although marketed as a subcompact luxury hybrid crossover, it’s difficult to not think “hatchback” when you see the vehicle firsthand. ... Continue reading

Toyota Recalls Prius and Prius v vehicles

Toyota Recalls Prius and Prius v vehicles

Toyota is conducting a safety recall involving certain 2013-2015 Model Year Prius and 2014 – 2017 Model Year Prius v in the United States. Approximately 267,000 vehicles are involved in this recall. ... Continue reading

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