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JR Chocco

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Car fanatic journalist living in the PNW covering all things automotive.

BMW exec hints again that the i3 and i8 may not survive

2019 BMW i8

A few months ago it was reported that the BMW i3 and i8 electric cars may not live past their current generations. Even with BMW already confirming the new i4 and iNext EVs, the future for the two models that started the i sub-brand may not get successors, according to one BMW exec. Speaking to Automotive News at the New...

Next-Gen Nissan Sentra coming in 2019, new Maxima in the works

2018 Nissan Sentra

The sedan could soon become extinct thanks to the ever growing popularity of the crossover and SUV, but that doesn't mean that some automakers are ready to give up on them. Nissan revealed an all-new 2019 Nissan Altima this week, which it hopes will add some excitement to the midsize sedan segment and now Nissan has confirmed that the...

2019 Hyundai Kona Electric arrives in the US with 250-mile range

2019 Hyundai Kona Electric

With a 250 mile driving range, the 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric crossover is ready for the masses. Following its debut earlier this month in Geneva, Hyundai has unveiled the US-spec version of 2019 Kona Electric at the New York Auto Show. The Kona Electric, which is based on the standard Kona is slated to arrive in the fourth quarter of...

2019 Kia K900 wants to set a new standard for luxury

2019 Kia K900

With all the focus on the Kia Stinger, you've probably forgotten about Kia's flagship sedan, the K900. Well Kia has unveiled the 2019 Kia K900 today at the New York Auto Show, which seeks to set a new standard for luxury and hopefully get more attention than before. The second generation 2019 Kia K900 is wrapped in a more sophisticated...

2019 Kia Sedona goes under the knife

2019 Kia Sedona

The minivan segment is once again dominated by Chrysler and Honda, but there are some other options out there. To help drive a little more attention to the 2019 Kia Sedona minivan, Kia has given its minivan a slight refresh. "Bolder" is the theme on the outside, so at the front the 2019 Sedona gets a new face with more...

2019 Hyundai Tucson gets a facelift and more tech

2019 Hyundai Tucson

Hyundai has unveiled the updated 2019 Hyundai Tucson today at the New York Auto Show. The biggest updates to the 2019 Tucson include the adoption of Hyundai's cascading grille, some interior updates and more tech. On the outside the front fascia gets Hyundai's signature cascading grille and Daytime Running LED headlights. The rear gets updated taillights design and the 2019...

2019 Acura RDX starts a new era for the brand

2019 Acura RDX

Following the preview a few months ago, Acura has unveiled the third-generation 2019 Acura RDX. The RDX is one of Acura's best selling models and for the complete revamp, Acura says that the 2019 RDX received the most extensive redo in more than a decade. The 2019 RDX also signals a new era for the Acura brand, which has struggled...

2019 Acura MDX A-Spec debuts in New York

2019 Acura MDX A-Spec

Acura is committed to its announcement earlier this year when it said that it would expand its sporty A-Spec trim level to its complete lineup. Acura has now unveiled the 2019 Acura MDX A-Spec today at the New York Auto Show. The 2019 MDX A-Spec comes standard with 20-inch grey alloy wheels, a more aggressive front fascia, body-color lower sills,...

2019 Audi RS5 Sportback speeds into New York with 444 hp

2019 Audi RS5 Sportback

If the Audi RS5 Coupe doesn't quite do it for you, then maybe the slightly more practical 2019 Audi RS5 Sportback is for you. Audi has unveiled the 2019 Audi RS5 Sportback, which gets the same 444 horsepower 2.9-liter turbocharged V6 as the coupe, but its four doors and rear hatch make it a more livable choice. The V6 generates...

2019 Jaguar F-Pace SVR arrives with 542-hp

2019 Jaguar F-Pace SVR

Love the Jaguar F-Pace, but want it to be a bit over the top? Well here you go. Jaguar has unveiled the 2019 Jaguar F-Pace SVR with its 542 horsepower supercharged 5.0L V8. With 501 lb-ft. of torque, the 2019 F-Pace SVR can reach 60 mph in only 4.1 seconds. In addition to the upgraded engine, the 2019 F-Pace SVR...

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