Jun 25, 2018
The following may apply to one 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. ... Continue reading
2018 Kia Niro Hybrid Wagon Earns IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ Award
Jun 21, 2018
The Niro, which was introduced in the 2017 model year, earns good ratings across the board in IIHS crashworthiness tests, including the newest evaluation, the passenger-side small overlap front test. The good crashworthiness ratings also apply to the Niro Plug-In Hybrid. ... Continue reading
Volvo Cars Reviews 1994-2019 From The Auto Channel Experts +VIDEO
Jun 20, 2018
Volvo Reviews, index to 20+ years of expert Volvo Reviews from The Auto Channel veteran journalists; 1994-2019 ... Continue reading
Tariffs On "Made In China" Products Coming Into US Market
Jun 18, 2018
The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) today released a list of products imported from China that will be subject to additional tariffs as part of the U.S. response to China’s unfair trade practices related to the forced transfer of American technology and intellectual property. On May 29, 2018, ... Continue reading
2019 Lexus ES Preview - Specs, Prices and Love
Jun 16, 2018
After nearly thirty years of success, the seventh-generation Lexus ES is set to redefine its status among entry-level executive sedans. Long known for its unparalleled comfort, refinement and luxury appointments, the 2019 Lexus ES builds on its strengths with an all-new chassis that allows for a more dynamic exterior d ... Continue reading
Hey Taxi - Ford's New Hybrid and Diesel Versions - Taxis The Original Autonomous Vehicles
Jun 15, 2018
“Taxi operators want vehicles that are reliable, efficient and comfortable,” ... Continue reading
Ford - Daimler Fuel-Cell Development JV To Close
Jun 14, 2018
2 Min Read DETROIT June 14, 2018; Joseph White writing for Reuters reported that Ford Motor Co and Daimler AG are winding down a joint venture formed to develop automotive fuel cell technology, Ford said on Wednesday, as both companies plan to take their respective fuel cell technology development in-house. The Automot ... Continue reading
Over 70 Million Battery-Electric Vehicles Will Be Sold in 2032, says Information Trends
Jun 14, 2018
WASHINGTON, June 14, 2018 -- Over 70 million light-duty battery-electric vehicles will be sold in 2032 compared to less than a million sold in 2017, according to a market research report published by Information Trends. The battery-electric vehicle sales in 2032 will be almost half of the overall light-duty vehicles so ... Continue reading
Opel/Vauxhall Develops Next Generation Four-Cylinder Petrol Engine for Groupe PSA
Jun 13, 2018
Opel/Vauxhall will take on the global responsibility for the development of the next-generation of high-efficiency petrol engines for all Groupe PSA brands (Vauxhall, Opel, Peugeot, Citroën, and DS Automobiles) at its engineering center in Rüsselsheim, Germany. The next generation of four-cylinder engines will be opt ... Continue reading
AUTO LAB Talk Radio - LIVE from NYC This Saturday June 9, 2018 7-9 AM
Jun 8, 2018
Auto Lab is a 28 year old interactive automotive-focused New York City radio call-in show hosted by Professor Harold Wolchok. Each week a cadre of experienced hands-on automotive experts are in-studio with advice for the New York area's 12 million people, providing listeners with honest, practical and street-smart ... Continue reading
Hyundai Santa Fe and Kona Win Winter Vehicle Awards
Jun 7, 2018
“These awards from NEMPA highlights Hyundai’s commitment to excellence in our growing CUV lineup,” said Mike O’Brien, vice president of Product, Corporate and Digital Planning, Hyundai Motor America. “Santa Fe’s AWD system includes Torque-Vectoring Active Cornering Control to provide greater peace of mind i ... Continue reading
West Coast Fleets Deploy XL Hybrid Electric Technology to Save Fuel, Reduce Emissions
Jun 5, 2018
Los Angeles County, Cities of Long Beach and Seattle electrify fleets with XL hybrid-electric technology to improve MPG and promote sustainability. ... Continue reading
Hybrid Vehicle Sales for Toyota Canada May 2018 up 43.9% - Records Best Month Ever
Jun 1, 2018
Toyota Canada Inc. (TCI) reported that hybrid vehicle sales are up 43.9% compared to May 2017, its best month ever, with a total of 2,766 units sold. TCI saw a 0.9% increase in overall sales during the month of May with 24,113 units sold. The Toyota division reported a total of 22,021 vehicles sold, up 1.9%, and the Le ... Continue reading
Fuel-Cell Madness...SLAP!...Thanks I Needed That!
May 31, 2018
I just slapped myself in the face, boy i need that! Auto Central January 21, 2016; I was considering The Auto Channel's long-time fervent support of ethanol as America's alt fuel solution and found that I was getting caught up in the hydrogen hysteria...so if I was, so is everybody, after my face slap I came to my sens ... Continue reading
2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Named Best Green Winter Vehicle
May 31, 2018
2018 Outlander PHEV named the “Best Green Winter Vehicle.” The all-new 2018 Outlander PHEV, a halo vehicle for the brand, offers both fuel efficiency and rugged capabilities. As a parallel hybrid, it brings together the superior efficiency of an electric vehicle, the stability and handling provided by Mitsubishi’ ... Continue reading
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