Jul 14, 2017
What you're going to see in just a moment is the most dramatically styled, most sophisticated and fun-to-drive Accord we've ever made. But before we pull back the curtain, let's put the world debut of the all-new, 10th-generation Honda Accord in the proper perspective. ... Continue reading
Toyota Research Institute To Bring Disruptive Tech To Market Faster With Toyota AI Ventures
Jul 11, 2017
LOS ALTOS, Calif., July 11, 2017 -- Toyota Research Institute (TRI) is investing an initial $100 million to launch Toyota AI Ventures, a new corporate venture capital subsidiary designed to provide early-stage financing to startup technology companies. TRI launches the venture by contributing initial investments it has ... Continue reading
The Auto Channel Called For An End To New Gasoline Vehicles by 2014 - We Beat France By 26 Years!
Jul 7, 2017
It's nice that France is talking about doing away with gasoline and diesel fueled vehicles by 2040, but why the wait? In 2008, The Auto Channel published a paper by Marc Rauch (TACH's exec. vice president and co-publisher) that called for an end to new gasoline vehicles by 2014 - you know, three years ago. ... Continue reading
Jul 6, 2017
Volvo Cars, the premium car maker, has announced that every Volvo it launches from 2019 will have an electric motor, marking the historic end of cars that only have an internal combustion engine (ICE) and placing electrification at the core of its future business. The announcement represents one of the most significant ... Continue reading
U.S. Army Tests Hydrogen Technology for Diesel Trucks
Jul 3, 2017
HOUSTON, July 3, 2017 -- U.S. Army demonstration shows mileage improvement for a diesel truck using a proprietary hydrogen injection system. Commercial Hydrogen, Inc. of Houston, Texas developed the system, which is designed to improve mileage and air quality for diesel trucks. The original demonstration took place at ... Continue reading
Jun 26, 2017
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 26, 2017 -- The Northwest Automotive Press Association (NWAPA) named the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid as the Northwest Family Green Car of the Year at its annual Drive Revolution green car competition. Members of NWAPA and journalists from across the nation recently gathered in Portland, Oreg ... Continue reading
Jun 24, 2017
Auto Lab is a 28 year old interactive automotive-focused New York area 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 car ... Continue reading
Chrysler Pacifica and Amazon Family Present The Jillian Michaels Ultimate Parent Sweepstakes
Jun 14, 2017
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 14, 2017 -- Chrysler Pacifica, Amazon Family and world's leading fitness expert Jillian Michaels create the Ultimate Parent Sweepstakes, which kicks off today, June 14, to celebrate and give back to families Grand prize winner to receive an all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivan, a pers ... Continue reading
2014 Toyota Avalon Hybrid Limited Review by John Heilig +VIDEO
Jun 4, 2017
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Car Review: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid EX-L Review
Jun 3, 2017
By Bob Gordon Auto Central Louisville Bureau The Auto Channel Over the past 20 years I have tested many different cars, some practical, some luxurious, some thrifty, some extravagant, some too small, some too big some gas guzzlers others gas sippers. Some I couldnt remember without my notes others were seared into my g ... Continue reading
NACS : How Consumer Choices Will Affect the Transportation Market
May 31, 2017
From electric vehicles to higher octane fuels and autonomous vehicles, Matthew Willcox explains how the science of consumer decision-making can lead to greater adoption. ​DENVER May 31, 2017; NACS Online reported that most drivers habitually pull up to the pump when their tank is running low, choose their fuel option ... Continue reading
Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles: 100 New Models to be introduced by 2021
May 31, 2017
From the imminent launch of 100 new models, favourable incentives, and emission target compliance, to sufficient battery capacity for daily driving ranges and consumer willingness to pay, plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) are ready for transformational growth. However, the phasing out of electric vehicle (EV) incentives, ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2017 TOYOTA PRIUS TWO ECO REVIEW
May 23, 2017
How can you go wrong with 56 miles-per-gallon?” This was my standard response when friends and acquaintances would ask me what I thought of my Prius test drive. While the hatchback shape still stumps some, Toyota has pushed for more than just the sensibility vote and offers models that are shorter, longer, fancier, a ... Continue reading
2017 Kia Optima Hybrid Review by Steve Purdy +VIDEO
May 17, 2017
The Kia Optima has been one of my favorite mid-size, front-wheel drive sedans since it’s third generation launched in 2010. I found it one of the best looking and competent cars in its class as it got ahead of its competitors as they were all rapidly moving upscale in design, engineering and content. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Mobis Succeeds In Developing 48V Mild HEV Core Technology
Apr 27, 2017
Hyundai Mobis succeeded in developing the core technologies of the 48V Mild hybrid vehicle (hereinafter referred to as 48V Mild HEV), which will become one of the mainstays of future environment-friendly car trends, one after another. It’s creating tangible results in related markets. ... Continue reading
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