As heavy EVs proliferate, their weight may be a drag on safety
Apr 13, 2024
How safe are electric vehicles? It’s a question that keeps coming up in different ways in my role overseeing our vehicle crashworthiness evaluations. When we first started testing electric vehicles in 2011, the question referred to fire risk. ... Continue reading
2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale “La Metamorfosi” - Review by Larry Nutson
Apr 11, 2024
2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale “La Metamorfosi” By Larry Nutson Chicago Bureau Chief The Auto Channel (DSC_0002) Alfa Romeo’s new Tonale model made its world premier “digitally” back in February 2022. I had my first in-person look at the Tonale in a live presentation made to members of the Midwest Automotive Media As ... Continue reading
NHTSA Weekly Recall Summary April 8, 2024
Apr 8, 2024
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
Apr 8, 2024
Replacing the internal combustion engine with electric motors will have disastrous consequences for millions of workers, the world economy, and investors. No internal combustion powered vehicles means long waits to charge up, loss of mobility freedom, and the auto industry in the US. ... Continue reading
Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Wrap-up March 31-April 6, 2024
Apr 7, 2024
Here are Larry's story picks from this past week's important to you, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy-to-understand automotive news nuggets. ... Continue reading
Apr 6, 2024
So the problem is what will become of the billions of dollars of charging points being planned and installed without BEV's to charge. What will happen to the Billions of dollars of Wall Street Crap Shoots, what will happen to the cleaning of our air by reducing vehicle emissions bull shit...as The Auto Channel editor's ... Continue reading
The Real Story On Electric Vehicles +VIDEO - UPDATED WITH ADDED COMMENTARY
Apr 5, 2024
Are EVs the future of automobiles? Probably. Do we need EVs? NO! Here's why. ... Continue reading
Apr 3, 2024
I never once imagined ever being enticed by a pickup truck, but that all changed when I test drove the Ford F150 Lightning over a weekend. Just in that time alone, I was convinced about many things regarding electric vehicles, even though I had challenges filling up at a Tesla Supercharger station. ... Continue reading
Toyota March and 1Q 2024 Sales
Apr 3, 2024
Toyota Motor North America Reports March, First Quarter 2024 U.S. Sales April 02, 2024 Read More Share on Twitter Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin Send email Copy Link First quarter sales of electrified vehicles surges 74 percent on a volume basis; represents 36.6 percent of total sales volume 27 electrified Toyota ... Continue reading
2024 Dodge Hornet R/T Plus - Review by Bruce Hotchkiss +VIDEO
Apr 2, 2024
There are some out there who feel that if a car's power doesn't come from an internal combustion engine (ICE) it isn't real. Oh, come on. ... Continue reading
2024 AUDI Q8 e-tron Quattro – Review by David Colman +VIDEO
Apr 2, 2024
Charging issues mar an otherwise beautiful vehicle ... Continue reading
Apr 2, 2024
Plug-in flex-fuel hybrid vehicles running on E85 fuel with up to 85% renewable ethanol are just as climate-friendly as electric vehicles, according to a new study. Research carried out by the French research consultancy IFPEN measured and compared the greenhouse-gas emissions of vehicles powered solely by petrol, plug- ... Continue reading
NHTSA Weekly Recall Summary April 1, 2024
Apr 1, 2024
Official NHTSA Recall summary ... Continue reading
Apr 1, 2024
Building on the all-new redesign of the iconic crossover vehicle last year, Lexus adds the much-anticipated plug-in hybrid to the electrified lineup. ... Continue reading
Vital Tips for a Successful Used Car Purchase
Mar 31, 2024
Thinking of buying a used car? It can be a wise and economical decision, but it's essential to proceed with caution to find a trustworthy and suitable vehicle. As someone passionate about cars, we want to help you make an informed choice. ... Continue reading
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