Henry Giselle Roberson born to be a drag racer (podcast) by James Raia Drag racer Henry Giselle Roberson takes after his father. He likes to drive fast cars in a straight line for a quarter-mile alongside other racers doing the same. The elder Roberson, also Henry, and still competing at age 75, began on the streets … Read more
2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid redefines SUV market by James Raia The Toyota Highlander Hybrid debuted in 2005. It attracted immediate attention as a midsize, three-row sport utility vehicle achieving 30 miles per gallon in city driving. Not much good has happened in sales since. But Toyota can blame itself. It’s obsessed with hybrids. A year … Read more
Mecum Auctions rolls into Las Vegas for 1,000-car debut by Weekly Driver News Service Mecum Auctions, the world’s largest collector-car auction company, will produce its inaugural Las Vegas collector-car auction Nov. 16-18 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. An estimated 1,000 American muscle cars, classics, Corvettes, Hot Rods and Resto Mods will be on the … Read more
Fire risk prompts massive North American BMW recall by James Raia BMW is recalling more than 1.4 million cars and SUVs in the United States and Canada for two overlapping heating issues that could increase the risk of fires. According to a manufacturer representative, one recall includes more than 670,000 2006-2011 U.S. BMW 3-Series vehicles … Read more
The Weekly Driver Podcast, #10: Freedom of RV travel by James Raia Once an industry dominated by retirees and fair-weather travelers, the recreational vehicle lifestyle is surging in popularity — particularly for younger vacationers. Last year, 430,000 recreational vehicles of all kinds were sold, according to the RV Industry Association (RVIA). That total represented a … Read more
Elio no more? Plenty of alternative EVs ready to roll by James Raia Since its infancy in 2009, Paul Elio has touted his three-wheel, futuristic-looking vehicle as revolutionary. Its originally base cost was $ 6,800 and its specs were marketed with bravado, including 84 miles per gallon and a top speed of 100 miles per … Read more
Mecum Auctions Las Vegas debut live on Facebook by Weekly Driver News Service Mecum Auctions, the world’s largest collector-car auction company, will produce its inaugural Las Vegas collector-car auction, featuring an estimated 1,000 American muscle cars, classics, Corvettes, Hot Rods and Resto Mods, November 16-18 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Vehicles from approximately 20 … Read more
The Weekly Driver Podcast, #9: Pros, cons of convertibles by James Raia Convertibles are an acquired taste. Driving on a country road on a warm afternoon in a sports car with the top down is the among the best joys of driving. The fresh air, or using the automotive terminology, “maximum ventilation,” can take all … Read more
2017 Jeep Renegade: Maintains tough reputation by James Raia As the original sport utility vehicle, Jeep has endured wars and multiple owners. It’s prideful, tied to patriotism and known for its off-road durability. It’s also now a hybrid, not via engine options, but in origin. The smallest vehicle in the manufacturer’s lineup, the 2017 Jeep … Read more
The Weekly Driver Podcast, #8: Transmission Shift by Weekly Driver News Service Driving purists still appreciate shifting gears in their vehicles. But driving a new car with a manual transmission is rare these days. Automotive industry data companies estimate about only about three percent of new vehicles sold in the United States are equipped with … Read more