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UAW Strike Fallout: Auto Industry on the Brink of Collapse

This could be the first time in history that a nationwide UAW strike is called simultaneously at General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis with about 146,000 autoworkers represented by the union.  UAW President Shawn Fain wants better pay, benefits, and work-life balance for workers, but what cost to car makers and the economy? At the heart …

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Selling the Most Expensive Cars in the World – Pebble Beach and Monterey Car Week 2023

The Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance (concoor del-ay-gaunce), Monterey Car Week, and Auctions are the biggest highlights of the summer car events. The concentration of car-obsessed rich people at Pebble Beach showing, buying, and selling some of the most rare and special vehicles in the world sets the mark for collector car prices and showcases the …

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Supercharge Car Loan Repayment: 5 Proven Methods to Conquer Your Debt

If you’re thinking about paying off your car loan, there are a few things you need to remember. Here are 5 easy ways to pay off your car loan faster. With everyone budgets getting tighter, what is the best way to pay off your car loan quicker. Provided your lender doesn’t charge a prepayment penalty, …

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Surprising Twist: Electric Vehicle Mandates May Be Blocked!

We have positive updates on the mandate to buy electric cars by 2035. U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) introduced a bill, the “Preserving Choice in Vehicle Purchases Act” (S. 2090), to protect Americans’ right to choose the technology that powers their motor vehicles. S. 2090 includes the same text as the House bill (H.R. 1435) that …

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China is Throwing Away Fields of Electric Cars and Electric Bicycles

Here’s a dirty secret that few are discussing. Thousands of electric vehicles abandoned as 90% of Chinese EV makers face bankruptcy. China may seem like the leader of the EV industry, but behind the scenes, there is a massive crisis unfolding. Hundreds of EV companies have gone bankrupt, leaving behind thousands of abandoned cars in …

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Discover How eFuel Can Save Combustion Engines from Extinction

Porsche, Stellantis, Ferrari, BMW, and other automakers are taking a hard look at carbon neutral e-fuel to extend the life of the internal combustion and diesel engines for sports cars, SUVs, and pickups. Supporters are saying that synthetic fuels are the only way to decarbonize internal combustion engines; critics say that it is a costly …

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China is Throwing Away Fields of Electric Cars and Electric Bicycles

Here’s a dirty secret that few are discussing. Thousands of electric vehicles abandoned as 90% of Chinese EV makers face bankruptcy. China may seem like the leader of the EV industry, but behind the scenes, there is a massive crisis unfolding. Hundreds of EV companies have gone bankrupt, leaving behind thousands of abandoned cars in …

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Ultimate Guide to Buying American-Made Cars – You Will Be Surprised!

Many Americans consider where the products they buy are made, in hopes their purchase will contribute to the U.S. economy. While that might seem easy enough with a T-shirt, few items get as complicated as the set of wheels in your driveway being American. For car shoppers who want to buy an American-made vehicle, Cars.com’s …

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UAW is Fighting Back Against Strict Electric Vehicle Emissions Plan

The UAW has an issue with the EPA vehicle emissions plan, and the impact to union workers is not making them happy. The Biden Administration is being pulled in two directions over the EPA’s proposed vehicle emission targets. Earlier this year, the agency revealed a plan to cut emissions by 56% which would result in …

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UAW is Fighting Back Against Strict Electric Vehicle Emissions Plan

The UAW has an issue with the EPA vehicle emissions plan, and the impact to union workers is not making them happy. The Biden Administration is being pulled in two directions over the EPA’s proposed vehicle emission targets. Earlier this year, the agency revealed a plan to cut emissions by 56% which would result in …

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Gas, Hybrid, or Electric: Choosing the Perfect Car for You

Gas prices and inflation have fluctuated wildly since 2020, and new sustainability laws dictating higher MPG rules are going into effect around the country. It’s no wonder, then, that nearly 60% of Americans have considered buying more fuel-efficient vehicles or electric or hybrid vehicles. Deciding whether to get a gas car versus a hybrid car versus an electric …

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Ultimate Guide to Buying American Made Cars – You Will Be Surprised!

Many Americans consider where the products they buy are made, in hopes their purchase will contribute to the U.S. economy. While that might seem easy enough with a T-shirt, few items get as complicated as the set of wheels in your driveway. For car shoppers who want to buy an American-made vehicle, Cars.com’s American-Made Index …

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Automaker group says EPA’s proposed automobile emissions guidelines are unachievable

The new proposed requirements from the EPA implies that electric vehicles (EV) would make up greater than half of new-vehicle gross sales by the 2030 model year and two-thirds by 2032. It would mark a large leap from the present car markets. EVs currently account for 7% of U.S. light-vehicle registrations within the first quarter …

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America’s Rudest Road Trip: Laugh Out Loud at These City Names

From Intercourse, Pennsylvania to Buttzville, New Jersey, there are hundreds and hundreds of tiny villages, cities, settlements, and ghost towns throughout the USA with names to make you wonder “Why would someone name their town THAT”? Drivers looking for a giggle have found out how to take the rudest road trip across America as the glorious …

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Alfa Romeo ups the ante in the compact SUV market with its 2024 Tonale Veloce EAWD – Preview

The automotive industry is constantly evolving, and Alfa Romeo has once again captured the essence of Italian design and performance with the 2024 Tonale Veloce. Combining stunning aesthetics, advanced hybrid technology, and a luxurious interior, the Tonale Veloce sets a new benchmark for compact SUVs. Alfa Romeo’s design language has always been synonymous with elegance, …

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EPA’s Bold Move: Banning Gas Vehicles and You Pay More!

Here we go again – now California wants the federal government (EPA) to agrees to a nationwide ban on gas vehicles. California has asked the Biden administration to approve its plan to require all new vehicles sold in the state by 2035 to be either electric or plug-in electric hybrids, a landmark move that could …

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How to Find a Reliable Mechanic – Don’t Get Scammed Again

Car repairs can be costly — and if not done correctly, you can end up with a vehicle that isn’t safe to drive. That’s why it’s so important to have a mechanic you can trust. After you’ve done an initial search on Yelp and asked friends and family members for recommendations, there are a few important questions …

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Why Tesla’s Advertising Announcement is a Game Changer

Elon Musk Says Tesla Will Start Advertising CarsThe Car Coach Reports’ Lauren Fix calls Elon Musk’s push to advertise Tesla ‘ironic’ and says his face ‘is the brand’. Tesla’s recent announcement that it will start advertising is a game changer for the auto industry. Tesla has never advertised before, relying on word of mouth and …

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2024 Toyota Tacoma | EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH HEAD ENGINEER

The all-new 2024 Toyota Tacoma premiered last night in Pauko, Hawaii, introducing the world to the fourth generation of the best-selling mid-size pickup of the last 18 years.  The mid-sized truck market has been famous as people travel to the great outdoors. Check out our exclusive interview of the all-new 4th generation of the 2024 …

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Car Buying Tricks for Getting the Best Deals That Everyone Should Know

Did you know that there are some simple car buying tricks that everyone should know? In this video, I’ll be sharing with you some of the tricks that have helped me get some great deals on cars over the years. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned veteran, these tips will help you get …

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Most Drivers Fear Self-Driving Cars

Drivers are increasingly unsure about autonomous technology in cars. They fear the car taking control away from them and prefer to drive themselves. A recent AAA automated vehicle survey show that while there is still a high level of interest in partially-automated vehicle technology, attitudes toward fully self-driving vehicles have become increasingly apprehensive. Consumers like …

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China’s BAN on Rare Earth: The Major Shifts Coming to the EV Industry

China is mulling a new export ban on rare earth magnets, as the United States plans to push a sweeping set of rules, calling for over half of all passenger cars sold in the country to be electric by 2032. Are the two countries on a collision course? And as the United States works to …

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Reviving Dead Batteries: The Future of Electric Vehicle Recycling

The Biden administration awarded a $2 billion green energy loan to a Nevada company that recycles electric vehicle batteries, according to reports. Recycling venture Redwood Materials, which was founded in 2017 by Tesla’s former chief technology officer Jeffrey Straubel, who secured the $2 billion conditional loan from the Energy Department’s Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing program, according to the …

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Tesla finally agrees to open its charging network to all EVs in US for $7.5B

The Biden administration announced new standards for expanding the national electric vehicle (EV) charging network in order to encourage widespread EV adoption by providing a “predictable” user experience. All charging stations will soon be required to adopt the same connector types, payment methods, and data privacy assurances. These new standards have pushed Tesla, for the first time, to make …

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Unbelievable! Find Out How You Can Get $7,500 in EV Tax Credits Now

The Treasury Department has revealed which cars will be eligible for the new electric vehicle tax credits. Fewer models are now eligible for the new subsidy than in previous years, but some of the most well-known EVs still qualify, according to the Monday announcement. Under the new rule, consumers can get up to $7,500 in …

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Why Are Cars Becoming So Expensive?! Gas OR Electric You WILL PAY MORE

There has been a sharp rise in new and used car prices since the pandemic has left many buyers concerned if they can afford a vehicle. Now, some dealers are worried along with them. Some dealers have been saying that the elevated prices and a lack of affordable models already are keeping some prospective buyers …

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Pothole season is here! Damage to YOUR Car Costs More Than You Think

In many parts of the country, the weather is warming up and people are seeing the damage from the winter that has destroyed the roads. It seems like pothole-laden obstacle courses are everywhere! The damage can be very expensive, and that bill is on you! Some of the potholes on the road are already like …

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The End of an Era – Witness the Thrill of Driving the FINAL Jaguar F-Type | 75 Special Edition

This is the last of the sexyV-8–powered coupe and convertible, Sadly the F-type will be ending its run after 2024. This is the close to a 75-year history of Jaguar. The Jaguar Car Company made a big splash in 1948 with the introduction of its new sports car: the XK120. By 1954, 12,000 of the XK120 had …

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Check Out the Big Reveals at the 2023 New York Auto Show!

The New York Auto Show is a unique combination of new automotive ideas, ride-and-drive experiences, technological innovation, exceptional concept vehicles, and all the latest new cars and trucks—all under one roof. Here is a rundown of product reveals and news from the New York International Auto Show. The Hyundai Ioniq 6 was crowned as the …

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7 women who changed automotive history and the way we drive

To celebrate, we’re celebrating women whose ideas, tenacity and inventions changed automotive history and the way we drive our cars: Bertha Benz | Brake pads and the first road trip Let’s start with the woman who put automobiles on the map. Bertha Benz was born in 1849 in Germany when women were denied access to …

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The “Pay Per Mile” Scandal: States are Making You Pay BIG TIME!

More toll roads are coming to your state, be prepared as states begin to convert highway, roads and street into toll lanes. You will have to pay for every mile driven. Governments are trying to tax us in to submission to take mass transit. Who does this really hurt, service workers, landscapers, plumbers and many …

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Hidden COSTS of Electric Vehicles You Didn’t Know About

The new tax credits for consumers built into the Inflation Reduction Act will do little to speed up the transition to electric vehicles where affordability remains the critical issue. The ability of consumers of varying economic realities to buy electric vehicles is pivotal to their success, according to panelists at the annual Automotive Insights Symposium …

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Wyoming Bans Sale Of Electric Vehicles by 2035 – What State is Next?

Well, this is very interesting – Wyoming has introduced state legislation to ban the sale of new electric vehicles by 2035 to ‘ensure the stability’ of its oil and gas industry. This, after car manufacturers and the federal government have pushed so hard to incentivize drivers to purchase or lease electric vehicles. This may be …

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2023 Chevrolet Corvette ZO6 details and Interview with Shad Balch

The C8 Corvette is about to get a new version, the 2023 ZO6. While Chevrolet dealers are already taking orders, we don’t expect to see them hit the showrooms until the mid-summer of 2022. This upgraded model harnesses insane power and handling, once left to sport’s cars costing 2-4 times as much.  While Chevrolet Representative, …

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Car Coach: Steel Industry Foiled By Car Maker’s Aluminum Crush

  Friday, 26 Sep 2014   Automakers are pushing tin — cars and trucks forged from aluminum — to create lighter vehicles that are sturdy, yet fuel-efficient, and steelmakers are steamed about losing business, automotive writer Lauren Fix, “The Car Coach,” told “MidPoint” host Ed Berliner on Newsmax TV Thursday. <script height=”401px” width=”584px” src=”player.ooyala.com/iframe.js#pbid=ZjAzYmI1NWUzODYwZjQ4NmMzODViNjZk&ec=JkOTRwcDoG8BDD4c3JRhy9eFnyz_7AHY”></script&gt;   …

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Audi Takes Advertising Lead from BMW in Advance of Luxury Brand Battle

According to an article in MediaPost the last week of 2014, Audi plans to invest an additional $2 billion over the next five years to develop new models of electric sports cars and sports activity vehicles, aka “SAVs.”
The reason? To upend BMW as the top luxury car manufacturer by 2020. As a precursor to that battle, let’s see how the two brands stacked up against each other for U.S. national TV ad spend and digital activity during 2014.

US Vehicle Recall System ‘Broken’

Auto expert Lauren Fix, The Car Coach appears on NewsMaxTV MidPoint to discuss the millions of recalled cars in 2014 and problems with US vehicle recalls. A string of defects leading to millions of recalled vehicles in 2014 shows the “recall system is broken” and in need of overhaul, starting with the ineffective National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, automotive writer and “Car Coach” Lauren Fix told “MidPoint” host Ed Berliner on Newsmax TV.

NHTSA Expands Faulty Airbag Warning to 7.8 Million Vehicles

***Latest Updates**** Many sources are misreporting on the following information regarding the recent airbag recall. Here are the facts, from Lauren Fix, The Car Coach.     Removing an airbag is a federal offense – for a dealer to remove an airbag and send a car on its way until the replacement air bag has arrived …

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Read the Manual!

Car dealers need to do more explaining, and car buyers need to do more reading, for the ever-more complex electronics and communications devices in new vehicles so that they don’t become driver hazards, automotive writer Lauren Fix, the “Car Coach,” told “MidPoint” host Ed Berliner on Newsmax TV.

Privacy Battles Looms Over Black-Box Crash Data – Lauren Fix

Who owns your car’s black-box crash data? Lauren Fix, the “Car Coach” blogger and automotive industry watcher, told “MidPoint” host Ed Berliner on Newsmax TV on Wednesday that U.S. law, effective Sept. 1, requires data-recording black boxes inside all new cars sold in the United States — but doesn’t say who owns the data, which includes speed, location, and whether seat belts are in use during a crash. Who owns your car’s black-box crash data?

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