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2018 Toyota Prius c Four Review By John Heilig

Nov 5, 2018

Our tester is the Prius c, originally intended to be the “city” version. As such it is slightly smaller in size than its cohorts, with a more conservative engine. It still offers outstanding fuel economy. ... Continue reading

Automotive News Digest; Week Ending November 3, 2018; Executive Producer Larry Nutson

Nov 4, 2018

US Sales UP (Surprise!); Cadillac Books On Hold; GM RIF; GM Capital Cutback; GM Going Into Bicycle Biz; Toyota Sports Car To Debut In Detroit; Tesla Troubles; Faraday Future (May Not Have One); SEMA News; FORD GT; Harley Recall; Jeep Recall; Scion Recall; Lewis Hamilton Wins 2nd Straight F-1 Title ... Continue reading

New car Review: 2018 Chevrolet Traverse Review and Drive Report By Larry Nutson

Nov 4, 2018

The 2018 Chevrolet Traverse has models for everyone with L, LS, LT (in either cloth or leather trims), Premier and new-for-2018 RS and High Country as choices. The Traverse is front-wheel drive with all-wheel drive available on all models except the L and RS. ... Continue reading

AUTO LAB RADIO Saturday November 3, 2018; WNYM Radio AM 970 7-9 AM - Helping You Enjoy The Drive

Nov 3, 2018

Auto Lab is a 28 year old interactive automotive-focused New York City radio call-in show hosted by Professor Harold Wolchok. Featuring an in-studio panel of experienced hands-on automotive experts sharing accurate, honest, practical and street-smart car repair, automotive career opportunities and vehicle and repair bu ... Continue reading

Here’s My Vote for Lane Departure Warnings

Oct 31, 2018

Consumers praise the buzzers, beepers or chips alert them to unintentional drifting. The car itself sounds a warning or in some vehicles helps steer it back toward the center of the lane. In an earlier report, Consumer Reports found more than 77 percent of Cadillac, Hyundai and Tesla owners were very satisfied with the ... Continue reading

2018 Subaru Crosstrek Review By Larry Nutson +VIDEO

Oct 28, 2018

The new platform and uni-body structure is significantly stiffer which results not only in better driving dynamics but also reductions in noise, vibration and harshness. The exterior body is more sculpted than before and the Crosstrek has a new grille design as well as new headlights. A view towards the rear corner bri ... Continue reading

2018 Nissan Leaf SL Review; Better In Every Way By John Heilig

Oct 27, 2018

Overall, the Nissan Leaf may not win the range wars, but it is a perfectly useable electric car with all the attributes you would expect. It is a big improvement over the previous generation Leaf in all areas. ... Continue reading

AUTO LAB RADIO Saturday October 27, 2018; WNYM Radio AM 970 7-9 AM - Helping You Enjoy The Drive

Oct 26, 2018

Auto Lab is a 28 year old interactive automotive-focused New York City radio call-in show hosted by Professor Harold Wolchok. Featuring an in-studio panel of experienced hands-on automotive experts sharing accurate, honest, practical and street-smart car repair, automotive career opportunities and vehicle and repair bu ... Continue reading

2019 Honda Civic Si Hits the Streets with Upgraded Tech, Enhanced Interior and New Colors

Oct 25, 2018

The 2019 Honda Civic Si Sedan and Coupe begin arriving at dealerships November 1 sporting a range of interior improvements, new exterior colors and an updated Display Audio system with a new interface that includes a volume knob and physical buttons for key functions, and improved Bluetooth® integration with easier de ... Continue reading

Consumer Reports: 12 Auto Models Lose CR Recommendation Over Car Reliability Issues

Oct 24, 2018

Tesla Model S, Honda Odyssey, and others lose designation; 16 models gain a CR recommendation ... Continue reading

2018 Mazda6 Now With Turbo, A Review By Larry Nutson

Oct 24, 2018

The 2018 Mazda6 will put a smile on your face and turn a few heads as you make your way through the neighborhood. It seems some people are still out to have fun behind the wheel. ... Continue reading

DENSO's Second Coming: Shifting Strategy to Crafting Core Technologies for the Future of Mobility

Oct 23, 2018

DENSO corporation, the world's second largest mobility supplier, has made recent changes that represent one of the largest shifts in business strategy in its 70-year history - expanding into software-based solutions in addition to its hardware expertise - that push the company beyond a vehicle-centric focus in order to ... Continue reading

AAA: Is Your Car Ready for Winter?

Oct 23, 2018

With fall upon us and millions of Americans preparing for the colder weather, AAA East Central is reminding drivers about the importance of preparing their vehicles for the harsh winter months.  There are a few simple things every driver can do to make sure their car is ready for the months ahead. “October is ... Continue reading

Latest Intel Study Finds People Expect Self-Driving Cars to Be Common in 50 Years

Oct 23, 2018

An Intel Corporation study finds consumers look forward to a future with self-driving cars while harboring fears and uncertainty now. ... Continue reading

2019 Fiat 124 Spider - On A Street Or On A Track Review By Larry Nutson

Oct 22, 2018

2019 Fiat 124 Spider On the street and on the track By Larry Nutson Senior Editor and Bureau Chief Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel The folks at Fiat whetted my whistle a bit with a week’s time behind the wheel of a 124 Spider. This tied in with an invite to attend the 1-day Fiat Track Experience at Autobahn Country C ... Continue reading