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To be clear, I have never met It’s not often that $35,700 will Will Farrell and Julia Louis- Toyota just introduced a new The 2020 Toyota Corolla an electric car I didn’t like. My get you a car that goes 0-60 in Dreyfus created a storm on their hatchback Corolla to replace the Hybrid is one of the most popular concerns center around global 4.9 seconds while still achieving way to promote “Downhill” at Corolla iM it inherited from the vehicles in its class. Why? Let’s automakers spending billions if 25+ MPG, and toting 46.2 ft³ of the Music Lodge surrounded by now defunct Scion brand. This start with a MSRP at $22,950! not trillions on developing elec- cargo space. But the Civic Type people trying to catch a glimpse, 2019 Corolla Hatch is a completely The transition between fuel and tric vehicles (EVs) with out a R delivers just that. With its wild autograph or selfie. It’s a common fresh design, with new styling, new battery is seamless, and Toyota clear definition of the size of the “Boy Racer” aesthetic, I have to scene at Sundance where celebri- platform, a new engine and more. has eliminated virtually all road market and how this might affect say I was skeptical of the Civic ties come to promote their latest It is offered in just two models, noise allowing the driver to enjoy their employees, stock holders, Type R, but after driving it, I was films and pop up activations SE and XSE. Sedan versions of the 6 speaker audio system. The P&L’s and the global economy. thoroughly impressed. descend upon a winter wonderland the Corolla will be updated later. controls are intuitive and the 8 FROM GERMANY: “Officials Driving Experience: back dropped by snow-capped The 2019 Hatch features a inch touch screen is positioned and executives in Germany fear What Torque Steer? mountains in Park City, Utah. bolder, if not a prettier look, than high for safety. Toyota has loaded that the country’s big car makers Being an avid RWD driver, I was Hillary Clinton talked politics at the iM. An open-mouth grille, with this vehicle with features such as and the rich eco system of suppli- skeptical of the Type R’s FWD plat- the premiere of “Hillary” her 4-part a chrome surround, and narrow Safety Sense 2.0 Pre-Collision ers and service providers are insuf- form. I presumed that the Type R Hulu docuseries. Alec Baldwin LED headlamps highlight the detection including pedestrians, ficiently prepared for the transi- would suffer from the torque steer talked about coming of age in the front facia. Up-sweeping character Lane Departure Alert, and auto- tion … in an electric car world.” that has plagued so many Honda’s 24 hour news cycle with “Beast lines on the flanks, enhanced by matic high beams. And of course, (From a recent WSJ report) from years past. That was not the Beast”. Eva Longoria “Sylvie’s the available roof spoiler, convey fuel economy rating at 52 MPG FROM CHINA: “The worlds case with the Type R at all. With Love” came out to support Kerry a sense of motion. This is the along with reliability and qual- fastest growing market for elec- its dual-axis strut front suspension, Washington “The Fight”. America sportiest-looking Corolla to come ity engineering throughout that tric vehicles has slowed down front & rear stabilizer bars, and Ferrera (Superstore) joined Long- down the pike. you would expect from a Toyota by 11% in the first 8 months of multi-link rear suspension; the oria at LatinX House to further Inside, the interior shows a vehicle makes this a must-test- 2019 ……… with consumer con- Type R gave a driving experience opportunities for LatinX voices. significant improvement over drive choice. The Holidays are cerns about range, convenience that felt like the car was on rails. Taylor Swift premiered her docu- previous Corollas. My up-market upon us, and what a gift the 2020 of charging, and value retentions The car would dive nose first into mentary “Miss Americana” and XSE Hatch sported a premium Corolla Hybrid would be for a of EV’s. BYD a leading Chinese turns, with almost 0 body roll Olivia Munn hosted the Creative quality interior. The soft-touch recent college graduate or some- EV automaker reports a 23% while pulling you through them Coalition Spotlight Initiative vinyl, with contrasting stitching, one looking for a solid touring or decrease in sales. (From a 9/26 at speeds that I couldn’t have done Awards Dinner. had a nice look and feel. Leather- commuter vehicle. WSJ report) in my 2004 STi. Over 125 Acura MDX SUVs ette seats, with bright cloth inserts FROM THE UNITED STATES: The car is powerful as well. signified film teams and talents added zing, and glossy black trim See photo on page 17 in January 2020 the CES show in With 306 HP, and 295 lb-ft of arriving up and down the uphill provided an upscale touch. Las Vegas reported the following torque, the Type R delivers 0-60 climb and snowy streets of The dash features a large, 8-inch companies showed new EV’s at times around the 5 second mark Sundance. Acura is the official touchscreen. Toyota’s Entune their show; BMW, Fisker, Ford, and is able to run a quarter mile car of the Sundance Film Festival. controls the infotainment system. GM, Honda, Hyundai, Mercedes, in roughly 13.5 seconds. I did note The Acura Festival Village show- The interface is not as fluid as Nissan, Renault, & Toyota. These that the car had a lot of difficulty are ten new potential models delivering that power to the front continued on page 12 continued on page 6 in addition to existing models wheels in the rain without spin- already in the market place. ning the tires. Turbo-lag though, continued on page 4 continued on page 7

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In the second year of this gen- One road often traveled between The Canadian Truck King At Tesla.com, the Tesla Cyber- The Cadillac XT5 replaced eration Terrain, GMC is offering our home atop Little Badger Moun- Challenge focused on testing the truck is stated to be an all-electric the outgoing SRX in 2017 and is a Black Edition: taking advan- tain in Richland, Washington, is mid-size truck segment this year. battery-powered light commercial based on a unique all-new global tage of the current popularity of the route to the nearest winery As to the why? Well, we look at vehicle to wow and please envi- chassis and structure. The XT5 blacked-out trim and wheels. — Badger Mountain Winery. We what’s happening in the truck ronmentally conscious and the tips the scales at 292 pounds less GMC offers this package only spotted this winery while viewing world and test what truck buyers next generation of buyers. Three than the SRX despite the fact on SLE and SLT trim levels. With an incredible sunset from our front are most interested in each year. models have been announced, with that it is seven inches longer. it you get 19-in. gloss-black alu- yard. As the falcon flies, the winery Early this year we sent invi- range estimates of 250–500 miles. As a result, rear seat legroom minum wheels, a darkened grille is less than a mile from our house tations to every manufacturer The models also have an estimated is 3.2-inches more than in the insert. The cars also feature a which always amazes me because asking them to provide us with 0–60 mph time of 2.9–6.5 seconds, SRX, and the rear seat reclines black surround, black mirror caps, the drive is four and a half miles the relevant trucks; including the depending on the which one. in addition to moving forward roof rails and black exterior model down the mountain and around the off-road versions. So, whether it’s The goal of the Cybertruck was and backward. and trim badging. base of the hill and then winding the FX4, the TRD Pro, Rubicon, to design and provide a sustainable The new architecture delivered Beyond that, the car is similarly up through another neighborhood PRO-4X or ZR2 Bison – mid-size energy substitute for the roughly a wheelbase two inches longer equipped to the other, more color- to the winery which is located high owns the off-road market and we 6,500 fossil fuel powered trucks than the SRX, and a one-inch ful, versions. on the southern slope of Badger wanted to test them. sold per day in the United States. wider track, affording extra use- Looking at the Terrain from the Mountain. You would understand Here, below, are the builders The base price of the rear-wheel able interior space. The XT5’s outside, the current thinking on why we drive to the winery if you who decided it was important to drive model is $39,900. All-wheel overall length, width and height GM’s crossover design is clear. saw the terrain that separates us compete – and what they brought drive models base price will be however, are slightly smaller While these vehicles are reminis- and just imagine a major uphill to the Challenge $49,900. Don’t get too excited than the SRX, giving it a firmly cent of sport utility vehicles, now walk after tasting wine and making Toyota, has the oldest continu- just yet— for the Tesla Cybertruck planted stance, and a lean and they communicate that they are the climb carrying a few bottles ously build mid-size; the Tacoma. production will begin in 2021. sleekly aerodynamic appeal. spacious vehicles which aren’t or a case. They gave us two trucks. One for More models are scheduled to be The new base engine is a trucks. That’s what buyers want, Life-long farmer Bill Powers the street, the other decidedly off- offered in 2022. 2.0-liter, 237 horsepower tur- and GM is ensuring that they know planted Badger Mountain Vine- road capable. Tesla is excited by the truck’s bocharged, inline four-cylinder the Terrain should fit the bill. yard in 1982. Six years later he 2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport. exoskeleton exterior appearance, engine. The 3.6-liter V-6 engine It is a strong looking vehicle. transitioned his 75-acre estate Exterior colour: Voodoo Blue. similar to the Karlmann King mega remains as an option with VVT The front face makes it clear this to organic viticulture. All this Interior colour: Leather, Black/ SUV at a price of $2,000,000 and and auto stop/start and Active is a GMC product. The roofline occurred before organic became Grey previously spotlighted here. Fuel Management cylinder and greenhouse make it look like trendy and then universal. In 1990 ENGINE: Direct Injection 3.5L The Cybertruck is therefore built deactivation technologies. V-6 there’s plenty of room inside, Badger Mountain Winery became DOHC V6 w/VVT-i. with an exterior shell made for horsepower is rated at 310 and continued on page 7 continued on page 13 continued on page 6 continued on page 7 continued on page 4

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Arv Voss Michelle Hale Harold Allen Lisa Delaney Gary Murphy feature writer asia correspondent feature writer special projects editor writer 2020 Cadillac What Is 2020 Chevrolet Pups of All Sizes States Impose XT5 Sport Happening Silverado 2500 Fit Into Hyundai’s Fees On Test Drive with Mobility Test Drive 2020 SUV Lineup EV Owners continued from page 3 What is the future of mobility This heavy-duty truck was If you are a dog lover and Nearly half of US states impose torque measures 271 ft./lbs. around the world? In attempting completely redone for 2020 with haven’t had the pleasure of fees on EV owners or will con- The Cadillac XT5 as been to separate the hype from the greater capacities and a new look. watching Hyundai’s “Something sider adding fees in 2020. The refreshed for 2020 with modest here and now, Global Auto News It is longer, wider, and taller than For Everyone” commercial, do ill-conceived idea is to make up styling changes, the front grille caught up with mobility guru the previous 2019 version. yourself a favor and check out for gaps in roadway infrastruc- gets a new design with varying continued on page 5 continued on page 9 continued on page 25 continued on page 14 mesh textures dependent upon the trim level. Front and rear bumpers have been restyled, LED headlights now come standard, LED taillights have different graphics, and there are new wheel designs ranging from 18 to 20 inches. There are three distinct levels of trim. The styling execution displays fluid, liquid forms accented by dramatic cut and character lines. The rich image begins up front with the shield- shaped grille flanked by the Vertical LED light pipes. The hood features a subtle center line and outer edge accent lines that flow into the slimmer “A” pillars outlining the sharply swept back windshield join- ing the rising curved roofline that finishes with an integrated spoiler resting above the reverse angled backlight and hiding the rear wiper. The aft end exhibits a wide stance with broad shoulders and split, rectangular exhaust tips that are integrated into the rear diffuser. The interior is a showcase of genuine materials – wood, aluminum, carbon fiber and double stitched leather. The center console has been redesigned and the XT5 gets Cadillac’s new infotainment system that’s operated by a rotary controller on the center console; the 8-inch display is a touchscreen. The seats are sup- portive, optimally adjustable and comfortable. Connectivity is courtesy of Cadillac’s updated CUE system with a faster processor and revised graphics similar to the new Cadillac CT6, as well as CarPlay and Android Auto. A new Rear Camera Mirror is available with the Platinum trim, which provides a 300 percent increase in rearward vision along with an all-new auto wash feature. XT5 provides 4G wireless connectivity, with a standard integrated Wi-Fi hotspot and wireless charging along with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard fare for simpler in-car phone integration. My 2020 Cadillac XT5 was The All new 2019 Sprinter in Sport trim and the AWD con- Starting at figuration, Power was provided by the 3.6-liter V-6. The exterior * wore a Red Horizon metallic tint- $ coat, with the interior executed 33,790 in Jet Black. The base price was set at $55,095., while the final sticker came to $65,815. After Mercedes-Benz of Lynnwood factoring in options and the destination charge. 17800 Highway 99, Lynnwood, WA 98037 The 2020 Cadillac XT5 features www.MBLynnwood.com impressive content, improved NVH, pleasing acceleration and 425-673-0505 satisfying agility, while delivering * Excludes all options, taxes, title, registration, transportation charge and dealer prep fee. Options shown. Not all options are available in the U.S. For a full offering and pricing continued on page 6 information, visit your local Mercedes-Benz Vans dealership. Winter 2020 autonewsonline.com/youtube 5

Politics and the Environment Tech Auto News What Is Happening in the Entrepreneur Launches You- Automotive Mobility World Tube Channel continued from page 4 a vehicle. This can be through & Lifelong Auto Reflecting back on the last 30 Bill Russo. Bill, the soothsayer a public transportation service years of Auto News; we’ve seen in Shanghai, is one of the most (train, bus, taxi), or a private ser- Enthusiast automotive news trends and indus- quoted executives on mobility vice operator (car rental and bike try changes. We’ve seen different in China. sharing) or person-to-person (P2P) Christopher content means come and go, along He is the founder and CEO of ride hailing service. with automakers, manufacturers Automobility Limited based in From the auto industry stand- PO Box 3327 Chung and the like as the industry ebbs Shanghai, with more than 35 years point, this represents an alternative Bellevue, WA 98009 and flows. We’ve seen the land- experience in the mobility industry, channel for selling units to a fleet Established 1988 Named Editor scape of the auto industry change as an auto executive in the US and owner/operator of the platform Distributed Monthly tremendously with updates in China and as a leader with IT and that provides the mobility service. Serving the West Coast of Auto News technology, changes in consumer electronics firms. He has worked Where do you see the future by Bill McCallum behaviors; and today, we’re adding as an advisor and consultant for of mobility services in the auto ©Copyrighted & URLs owned I’m proud to announce that as a new way for you to get your Auto numerous multinational and local industry in China in the next 5 “Not Connected with Automotive of January 2020, Chris Chung; News! YouTube! Chinese firms in the formulation years? News the Trade Publication” lifelong auto enthusiast and tech We will of course, still be releas- and implementation of their global Markets like China have low • Auto NewsTM entrepreneur is now the Editor of ing physical Auto News papers market and product strategies. per capita car penetration and • Autonewsonline.com Global Auto News! filled with new car reviews, and Bill is also currently serving as huge urban population. In densely As a child, Chris was always pas- industry news to keep you up-to- the Chair of the Automotive Com- populated cities in China, mobility • Globalautonews.com sionate about cars. His first “car” date, through video though, we mittee at the American Chamber of services like Didi Chuxing, UCAR • Legendsofauto.com was a “Little Tykes” ride-on toy believe that we’ll be able to create Commerce in Shanghai. and others are extremely popular. • Livinglegendsofauto.com that he drove all around parking lots content that is engaging and easily What are mobility services in the In such places, these services • buildingthebrand4u.com in California. By the time he was viewable in today’s “on-the-go” auto industry? eliminate the pain points associ- 5 years old, he could name virtu- lifestyle. From the market or customer ated with driving and parking. It • collectorcarcorner.com ally every automobile’s make and Viewing our video content is perspective, mobility services also offers higher utilization of • autoshopamerica.com model based on their headlights simple! are alternative ways (other than the vehicle population, which can • datebycar.com and exhaust tone. 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Throughout the past 8 years, Chris - The Chinese EV market is th has diligently worked at Auto slowing even with government Ads Expire: April 30 News, and I’m confident he’ll bring purchase mandates and the Euro- California Fuel Cell Partnership in new content and a fresh perspec- pean market for EV’s is very Energy Storage & Hydrogen Infrastructure Funding Opportuni- We Support tive as we enter this next decade. unpredictable. ties, in Addition to Hydrogen Infrastructure Progress Report The California Energy Commission released two grant funding opportunities (GFOs) and one report that are important in the rollout of hydrogen fueling infrastructure and fuel cell electric passenger cars, Do We Drive To Connect or Disconnect? and potentially key to the stimulus of renewable hydrogen production Two recent conversations with trend? 2- Should Automakers in California. new car owners led to this story do more research to determine if Energy Storage One with a doctor at a car show their buyers really want to con- The Energy Commission has noted that “while lithium-ion battery who just bought a new BMW and nect with everything in their life technology is a good short-term energy storage solution, the technol- another with a pilot I sat next to while driving a car? The answer ogy has safety concerns (thermal runaway) and long-term performance who was “ dead-heading “ back to the first question is YES. The issues (limits on the number of cycles the technology can perform in to LA from Seattle who had just answer to the second question is a day or over its lifetime).” bought a new Range Rover. Both MAYBE. GFO 19-306 will fund non-lithium ion technologies that can provide loved their new vehicles, but both Both answers could spell a minimum of 10 hours of energy storage. Hydrogen projects can said “ ...... I will never TROUBLE for the auto industry potentially qualify for this funding opportunity. buy another new vehicle.” The in the mid to long term. While I Hydrogen is increasingly recognized for its ability to help balance reason “...... to much technology remove “safety technology” from the grid and provide long-term energy storage. Projects are already I never use and it takes to much these examples, do we really want under way around the world, including one energy storage project in time to understand.” (500 to 600 to connect with everything and Utah that was announced last year. page technology manual included everyone in our life while driving, Hydrogen Fueling Infrastructure in each vehicle) or like me I want to DISCON- The Commission also released GFO 19-602, making available up Two questions I would ask NECT from everyone and every- to $115.7 million in grant funds for hydrogen refueling infrastructure. automakers. 1- Is this a growing thing while driving. Time will tell. These funds come from Assembly Bill 8, signed into law in 2013. AB 8 directs funding for at least 100 hydrogen stations for passenger cars, among other programs and activities. More than 40 retail stations are open and more than 20 are in devel- 250 New & Pre-owned In Stock! opment across California. This grant funding opportunity, coupled with the new zero-emission infrastructure credit in the Low Carbon Fuel Standard, will likely fund enough stations to surpass the 100-station milestone and advance the market in support of the state’s goal of five The desert’s premier venue million zero-emission vehicles by 2030. for arts and entertainment Former Governor Brown called for 200 hydrogen stations by 2025 and CaFCP has called for 1,000 stations by 2030 serving upwards of 1,000,000 fuel cell cars, buses and trucks. AB 8 Report – annual report on station development Assembly Bill 8 requires the California Energy Commission and California Resources Board annually jointly review and report on the progress of the hydrogen-fueling network. The latest report identifies the need for more hydrogen 445 East Pacific Coast Highway, Newport Beach, CA 92660 stations to meet state goals. 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Horsepower (bhp): 310 @ 6,700 Canadian Truck 2020 Cadillac XT5 rpm 2020 Hyundai Veloster Torque (ft./lbs.): 271 @ 5,000 rpm King Challenge Sport Test Drive Transmission: Nine-speed paddle continued from page 4 shift automatic with Electronic Resonates with Millennial acceptable fuel efficiency along Precision Shift. Winners with practical usable interior space. Drive Train: Front longitudinally Car Buyers...... ! continued from page 3 Ride and handling qualities and mounted engine / Front-Wheel by Bill McCallum MECHANICAL FEATURES: characteristics benefit through Drive or Twin-Clutch AWD The Hyundai Veloster stands tires, Variable Valve Exhaust Part-Time Selectable 4WD w/2- the optimization of the body system with Electronic Transmis- out in the hatchback family with System, a 275 hp engine and much Speed Electronically Controlled structure, with increased stiffness sion Range Selection. it’s “three-door” design. The third more, owners will have one of the Transfer Case, Automatic Limited- for a more pleasing and dramatic Suspension: Front - MacPherson door allows access to the second hottest rides in the neighborhood. Slip Differential, Locking rear performance as well as improved strut, twin-tube struts; specifi- row of seats. But the cutting edge The N Trim is the top performance differential. crash worthiness, while deliver- cally tuned coil springs; direct- design of the Veloster offers many package and the model I tested, TRANSMISSION: 6-speed manual ing a lower overall mass. acting hollow stabilizer bar; more features for 2020 that appeal generated lots of “thumbs-up” SUSPENSION: Rear Leaf Spring The 3.6-liter V6 comes with isolated subframe; hydraulic ride to those looking for a value based during my 7 day test drive. Suspension, Sport Tuned Bilstein Active Fuel Management and bushings; available continuous sporty ride. (SEE PAGE 1 PHOTO) If your looking for a sporty, hot Shock Absorbers Auto Stop/Start (which unfor- damping control (CDC4 by ZF; With a base price of $27,400 (as ride at a fair price I suggest you test BRAKES: Front Ventilated Disc. tunately cannot be deactivated) offerings equipped with 20-in. tested) and a performance package drive the 2020 Hyundai Veloster Brakes, Rear Drum Brakes. combining to yield EPA Mileage wheels). offered for $2,700 that includes; N at your nearest Hyundai dealer. WHEELS: 17” Alloy Wheels Estimates of 19-mpg city and Rear - Independent premium 19” alloy wheels, Pirelli P Zero TIRES: P265/65R17 27-mpg highway in FWD models Five-link design, twin-tube 2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro. and / 18/26 respectively in AWD shock absorbers; tri-ball joint Exterior colour: Army Green examples.. The 310 horses along configuration; specifically tuned Toyota Corolla Hatchback Test Drive Interior colour: TRD Pro Leather, with the 271 pound feet of torque coil springs/isolators; hollow continued from page 2 launch from stop. The system Black supply enough oomph to tow a stabilizer bar; available rear some other systems. Pairing up works very well. Paddle shifters ENGINE: Direct Injection 3.5 Litre substantial load. cradle hydraulic bushings; avail- your smartphone is a multi-step are standard on models with CVT, DOHC V6 w/VVT-I All in all, the 2020 Cadillac able CDC4 by ZF (all offerings operation, and can be frustrating. and enhance driving fun. MECHANICAL FEATURES: XT5 sport AWD is a superb and equipped with 20-in. wheels) Furthermore, the graphics for the On the road, the Hatch impresses Locking rear differential, Part- luxurious SUV as well as in all Brakes: Power-assisted four- optional navigation maps are con- with sportier than expected driving Time Selectable 4WD w/2-Speed of its other trim levels, with the wheel vented discs; front: dual- fusing. Roads look like a jumble prowess. The steering is taut and Electronically Controlled Transfer Platinum Edition representing the piston cast iron calipers with of squiggly lines. However, on sharp, providing a good feel of the Case, Automatic Limited-Slip Cream of the Crop in the lineup ceramic brake linings; rear: the upside, Apple CarPlay is now road. The suspension is tuned to Differential (Auto LSD), Crawl with added features and plushness. single-piston cast iron calipers standard. deliver responsive handling. This Control + Multi-Terrain Select SPECIFICATIONS: with ceramic brake linings; four- Seats up front are well-con- car is right at home on a twisty TRANSMISSION: 6-speed auto- 2020 Cadillac XT5 Sport AWD channel ESC/ABS/TCS w/four- toured, and provide plenty of room road. Yet, at the same time, the matic Base Price: $38,995. (XT5) to channel chassis control. for six-footers. Six-way adjusters ride is compliant. The suspension SUSPENSION: Fox Shock $62,500 (Platinum) Tires: Michelin Premier LTX are standard on the SE. The XSE is slightly firm, but absorbs bumps Absorbers Price as Tested: $57,790. 235/65 R18 mounted on 15-spoke gets heated seats, and a power in the pavement very well. Further- BRAKES: Front-Ventilated Disc Engine Type and Size: 3.6-liter, alloy wheels (5-long double/5 adjuster for the driver. In the rear, more, the cabin is reasonably quiet Brakes, Rear-Drum DOHC, 24-valve Direct Injection short middle) headroom is sufficient for even tall at normal freeway speeds. WHEELS: 16” Alloy Wheels V6 with VVT and auto stop/start Wheelbase: 112.5 inches passengers, but legroom is in really The previous Corolla iM was TIRES: 265/70R16 and Active Fuel Management cyl- Length Overall: 189.5 inches short supply. Yet, the rear seats do noted for its extensive advanced General Motors chose to send inder deactivation technologies. Width: 75.0 inches fold down, 60/40 style, to enhance safety features, the Corolla Hatch us just one truck - their newest and the capacity of the rather limited 18 goes even further. The forward- most capable mid-size off-roader - cu-ft. trunk. collision warning and braking the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison. Toyota powers the Corolla system can now spot bicyclists 2020 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Hatchback with a new 2.0 liter, and pedestrians, even at night. Bison 4-cylinder engine that pumps out Lane-Tracing Assist takes the lane- Exterior colour: Satin Steel a modest 168 horsepower. This departure feature to a new level by Metallic Interior colour: Jet Black is the same motor that drives the keeping your Corolla centered in ENGINE: 3.6L V6, DOHC WT Lexus UX200 I recently tested. its lane, and the adaptive cruise MECHANICAL FEATURES: full- It’s not a barn-burner, but it’s not control on CVT models will not locking front & rear differentials, sluggish either. Gas mileage is only maintain a constant interval, 4WD w/Electric 2-speeed transfer good at 32-mpg with the stick, it can bring the car to a complete case with shield and impressive at 36-mpg with stop. As before with the iM, blind- TRANSMISSION: 8-speed Auto- the automatic. spot monitors are standard. matic A six-speed manual gearbox is The Corolla Hatchback looks SUSPENSION: Multimatic DSSV standard, and a CVT automatic is like a real winner in today’s market. Dampers, 50MM suspension lift optional. Like the Lexus, the CVT Pricing starts at just $21,000 for BRAKES: 4 wheel antilock disc has a mechanical first gear. After the SE with manual transmission, brakes launch, it transitions seamlessly to and $24.010 for the XSE. Models WHEELS: 17” AEV Aluminum CVT system. The idea is to gener- with automatic transmission are wheels 2020 Cadillac XT5 Sport (photo Arv Voss) ate a quicker more natural-feeling $1,000 more. TIRES: 31-inch Goodyear Wran- gler Duratrac off-road tires FCA’s Jeep brand gave us two versions of its all-new Gladiator pickup truck. These new pickups were equipped as an Overland edition and the most aggressive off-roader – the Rubicon. 2020 Jeep Gladiator Overland Exterior colour: Billet Silver of Lynnwood Metallic Interior colour: Black ENGINE: 3.6L Pentastar VVT V6 #1 Certified-Pre-Owned Sales Volume in WA State w/Stop-Start MECHANICAL FEATURES: Heavy–duty engine cooling, Fuel tank skid plate Transfer case skid plate 2.72:1 Command–Trac part– time 4x4 system, Torx tool kit, 3.73 rear axle ratio, Selec–Speed control, Transmission skid plate, Tip start, Trac–Lok anti–spin differential rear axle TRANSMISSION: 8-speed Automatic Transmission SUSPENSION: five-link coil suspension design, Dana M210 front axle Dana M220 rear axle BRAKES: 4-wheel ABS Discs WHEELS: 17-inch aluminum TIRES: 33-inch off-road tires 2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Exterior colour: Firecracker Red continued on page 19 425-673-0505 | MBLynnwood.com Winter 2020 autonewsonline.com/youtube 7

superior strength and endurance. now be found at Wikipedia, so From Meeting to the Track Tesla Introduces From the Ultra-Hard 30X Cold- that means it has made it, right? ( Rolled stainless-steel structural insert emoji wink face ) the Honda Civic Type R is Cybertruck “skin” to Tesla armor glass. Ex-Indy race car driver, Arie by Jordan Williams Windows were supposed to be Luyendyk, Jr. expressed on his shatterproof, however, in a recent social media account that he is the Perfect Car by Chris Chung continued from page 3 televised reveal demonstration, interested in one. continued from page 2 other Civic trims and features a ultimate durability and passenger when bricks were thrown at two Question is: Are you? Let me is virtually non-existent, with 7-inch infotainment system that has protection. As per their website, windows, they both shattered. -( know your thoughts by emailing smooth power delivered through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Tesla states that the Cybertruck Insert sad emoji). We will see if me here at global auto news. precise throttle control. The Type integrations. In previous years, begins with an almost impen- Tesla can make good on their shat- Happy New Year! Happy New R is only available with a 6-speed Honda had received complaints etrable exoskeleton and that every terproof claim within a year’s time. Decade! See you next time, manual transmission with a short- about the user experience, so I was component has been designed for The Tesla Cybertruck can also Millennials! shifter that made banging gears feel happy to see they took quick action like flipping a light switch. Not to and added a physical volume con- mention the Type R has an auto-rev trol knob and buttons. This served matching feature that makes you to make the infotainment system seem like a better driver then you much less glitchy and easier to use GMC Terrain Test Drive by David Schmidt really are when downshifting (no than my friends 2016 Civic. continued from page 3 size with its primary competition this engine. It produces 252 hp. need to heel and toe!). The interior is also spacious for which there is. The interior is in the compact crossover segment. and 260 lb.- ft. of peak torque. Its Overall, the vehicle was respon- a small car. I comfortably seated 4 typical of this segment. Since it This includes Chevrolet’s Equi- rated mileage is 26 mpg in the city sive, handling was impressive, adults, with the 42.3 inches of leg is a compact crossover there’s not nox, which shares much with the and 30 mpg on the highway. and driving the car was pure bliss. room in the front, and 35.9 inches so much cargo and people space Terrain. Others are the Toyota The base engine for the Ter- I would absolutely say that the in the rear. Being a hatchback, to keep buyers for looking up to RAV4 and Honda CR-V, Mazda’s rain is a 1.5-liter turbocharged driving experience is the biggest cargo space was also excellent. mid-sized version. But for the CX-5, Jeep Cherokee and the four-cylinder engine. This motor selling point of the Type R. You have 25.7 ft³ to work with, market it serves, it offers a com- Ford Escape. Both Kia and Hyun- produces 170 hp. and 203 lb.- ft. with the rear seats up and 46.2 ft³ petitive amount of space. dai are fighters in this segment, of peak torque. Fuel efficiency is with them down. Plenty enough The interior looks good, although perhaps the most competitive seg- rated at 26 mpg in the city and 30 The Civic Type R space for Costco runs or moving you’ll never decide you’re in ment of the crossover market. mpg on the highway. is“ the perfect car if medium-sized pieces of furniture. a luxury vehicle. The seats are The model I tested was the Ter- The power from either engine Red is obviously associated with comfortable and there’s an airy feel rain SLT with all-wheel drive. My goes through a nine-speed trans- you’re looking for sportiness for Honda. There is red to the cabin. The center screen works test car had the nice 2.0-liter tur- mission. This modern and capable everywhere in the interior. The well to control the infotainment bocharged four-cylinder engine. tranny makes the best use of the a reliable, fast car” instrument cluster, the seats, even and other systems, providing an I would seriously recommend continued on page 8 the seat belts are red! I personally, intuitive process. Apple CarPlay, Aesthetic: was a fan, but if you hate the color Android Auto, and an onboard Exterior: red you may run into some issues. Wi-Fi hotspot are all standard. The Type R has a very, “in your Takeaway: I wasn’t much of a fan of the face” aesthetic. With a gigantic The Civic Type R is the perfect transmission buttons, although in wing, and lots of aero features. car if you’re looking for a reliable, today’s world of electronically The Type R looks a bit like a hot fast car to daily drive in the city controlled trannies, putting a huge hatch that just came out of The Fast while still being a contender on lever in the middle of the console and the Furious. I wasn’t a huge the track. The hatchback stature isn’t all that meaningful. But I fan of the look, and would prefer makes this car highly functional would prefer a more clearly isolated it a little more muted (like the Si). while also achieving great fuel and specific layout, to make the The market seems to either love of economy numbers. It’s not often transmission selection easy and hate the style, so you’ll have to see you find a vehicle that is a jack of positive. for yourself. all trades but the Type R seems to The interior reflects what this Interior: check all the boxes. vehicle is, a capable smaller cross- The interior of the Type R So, if you’re a yuppie that lives over to serve small families. This though, was high quality. The in the city and want a functional isn’t a tiny vehicle, as it’s 182.3- racing seats hug you firmly, but are vehicle that still puts a smile on in. long on a 107.3-in. wheelbase. comfortable over long distances. your face like me, be sure to check It’s also 72.4-in. wide and 65.4-in. The dashboard, is borrowed from on the 2019 Civic Type R. tall, putting it squarely in fighting GMC Terrain (photo David Schmidt) 8 autonewsonline.com/youtube Winter 2020

Worldwide Sales Growth Jim Farley, Ford Pres. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Delivers Sales grew across all regions GMC Terrain during the year, driven by and his Executive Team strong customer demand for all Test Drive Historic Record Results in 2019 Rolls‑Royce models. The com- Ink Mahindra Deal • Annual sales of 5,152, the highest holder, BMW Group. pany reported significant sales in the marque’s 116-year history Commenting on the results, Tor- growth in every one of its key by David Schmidt continued from this page • Sales reflect growth of 25% on sten Müller-Ötvös, CEO, Rolls- global markets. North America continued from page 7 “Mahindra and Ford coming 2018’s previous record of 4,107 Royce Motor Cars, said: “This retained top status (around a together is a testament to the long • Significant sales growth in all performance is of an altogether third of global sales) followed by power it gets. Unfortunately, in the history of cooperation and mutual regions worldwide different magnitude to any previ- China and Europe (including UK). base engine that isn’t a really effec- respect between the two com- • Cullinan, the brand’s new SUV, ous year’s sales success. While Individual countries that achieved tive amount of power. While it will panies. Our combined strengths makes major contribution to sales we celebrate these remarkable record sales results included work for around-the-suburbs trips, – Mahindra’s expertise in value- growth results, we are conscious of our Russia, Singapore, Australia, Qatar on the highway the Terrain ben- focused engineering and its suc- • Black Badge continues to enjoy key promise to our customers, to and Japan. In 2019, Rolls-Royce efits from the 2.0-liter engine. cessful operating model, and strong demand, particularly keep our brand rare and exclusive. motor cars were sold in more than However, the Terrain makes Ford’s technical expertise, global amongst younger clients We are pleased and proud to have 50 countries worldwide through up for that sluggishness by being reach and access to future tech- • Strong demand for Phantom, delivered growth of 25% in 2019. a global network of 135 dealer- quite comfortable and quite nology – are a potent recipe for Wraith, Dawn and Ghost (in its Worldwide demand last year for ships. As part of its commitment inside. The MacPherson front and success. At its core, the partner- final year of production) our Cullinan SUV has driven this to long-term sustainable growth, multilink rear suspension is tuned ship will be driven by the shared • Spectacular Bespoke commis- success and is expected to stabilize Rolls‑Royce announced two new to make the ride smooth and calm, values of both companies, which sions and Collection Cars reaffirm in 2020. It is a ringing testament dealerships during 2019 – Rolls- which it does. This isn’t a vehicle are focused on caring for our cus- Rolls-Royce’s status as the world’s to the quality and integrity of our Royce Motor Cars Brisbane and drivers are planning on throw- tomers, associates and our com- foremost manufacturer of luxury products, the faith and passion Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Shanghai ing around the mall parking lot, munities,” said Anand Mahindra, products of our customers and, above all, Pudong. Development of the new so that suspension pliability is a chairman, Mahindra Group. • Significant new investment in the skill, dedication and determi- Rolls-Royce Motor Cars flagship good thing. “Ford and Mahindra have a manufacturing plant at the Home nation of our exceptional team dealership in Berkeley Street, The Terrain’s offerings aren’t long history of working together, of Rolls-Royce at Goodwood at the Home of Rolls-Royce at London – more than twice the the least expensive of its competi- and we are proud to partner with • 50 new jobs created to meet Goodwood and around the world size of the previous location – is tion, but GMC isn’t interested in them to grow the Ford brand in expanded global demand and our dedicated global dealer underway and is due for launch being seen as a “value” product. India. We remain deeply commit- • Record number of Apprentice- network.” in 2020. As they say, they offer “profes- ted to our employees, dealers and ship Programme recruits in 2019 sional-grade” vehicles. With that suppliers, and this new era of col- Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has in mind, the prices for the Ter- laboration will allow us to deliver delivered an historic annual sales rain start at $26,195 for the SL, more vehicles to consumers in record in 2019, with a global $29,295 for the SLE, $32,095 for this important market,” said Bill performance unequalled in the SLT, and finally $38,995 for the Ford, executive chairman, Ford company’s 116-year history. A Denali. The special Black edition Motor Company. total of 5,152 cars were delivered costs $795. “At Ford, our purpose for 116 to customers in over 50 countries The model I tested was an SLT years has always been to drive around the world, an increase of with AWD and plenty of options. human progress, and that won’t 25% on the previous high set in Its list price was $40,500. change. But to continue to do that, 2018. With these historic results, If you have any questions, com- we need to evolve with new and Rolls-Royce continues to make ments or ideas, please send them to faster ways of not only delighting a meaningful contribution to the [email protected]. our customers around the world overall performance of its share- Torsten Müller-Ötvös, CEO Rolls-Royce but also solving their very different needs. Strong alliances like this play a crucial role in assuring we continue to achieve our vision while at the same time staying Inside india Inside europe competitive and delivering value to our global stakeholders,” said AUTO NEWS BYTES Jim Hackett, Ford president and by Bill McCallum AUTO NEWS BYTES CEO. The joint venture expects to by Bill McCallum introduce three new utility vehi- Mahindra and Ford announce a joint venture cles under the Ford brand, begin- to drive profitable growth in india and emerg- ning with a new midsize sports ing markets Behr Hella Service (BHS) to be taken over utility vehicle that will have a Marks a new era of collaboration, using the strengths of both by MAHLE Aftermarket on January 1, 2020 common Mahindra product plat- companies to deliver operational excellence and value to stake- • Logistics center for thermal management products form and powertrain. holders equipped and ready, central location and flexible structure Another area of focus for the The partnership will allow Ford and Mahindra to offer new ensures fast, reliable delivery joint venture will be electric product to customers faster than before and will deliver profit- Following the acquisition of the entire shareholding in vehicles. Ford and Mahindra will able growth to both companies Behr Hella Service (BHS) by MAHLE Aftermarket, all exist- collaborate to develop vehicles to Valued at INR 1,925 crores (US$275 million), the joint venture ing BHS activities will be transferred to MAHLE on Janu- support the growth of sustainable will drive enhanced competitiveness through greater economies ary 1, 2020. The new logistics center in Wrocław/Poland, mobility across emerging mar- of scale across the automotive value chain, including optimized the future hub for thermal management products for pas- kets. sourcing, product development, use of relevant technologies and senger cars, trucks, agricultural vehicles, and construction Driving greater economies a global network machines, is currently being filled. This will allow MAHLE of scale across the automotive Mumbai/New Delhi, India, October 1, 2019 – Mahindra & to ensure a high level of availability as well as short delivery value chain including sourc- Mahindra Limited and Ford Motor Company have signed a times and respond flexibly to rising volumes. The MAHLE ing, product development and definitive agreement to create a joint venture that will develop, Aftermarket logistics centers in Germany, the UK, Spain, access to relevant technologies, market and distribute Ford brand vehicles in India and Ford brand France, Turkey, Russia, Brazil, the USA, and China are also the joint venture is expected to and Mahindra brand vehicles in high-growth emerging markets equipped and ready for orders. achieve enhanced efficiencies around the world. With its expanded thermal management portfolio, to strengthen the Ford brand in Mahindra and Ford will form a joint venture, with Mahindra MAHLE is positioning itself more broadly with regard to India. In addition, the joint ven- owning a 51 percent controlling stake and Ford owning a 49 the increasingly important e-mobility market in particular. ture will be a catalyst for growth percent stake. Ford will transfer its India operations to the joint Thermal management is, after all, a central prerequisite for for the Ford and Mahindra brands venture, including its personnel and assembly plants in Chennai the reliable operation of electrically powered vehicles. in emerging markets, which are and Sanand. Ford will retain the Ford engine plant operations in “The feedback from our customers in relation to the growing at double the rate of the Sanand as well as the Global Business Services unit, Ford Credit launch campaign has been extremely positive,” says Olaf global industry. and Ford Smart Mobility. Henning, Corporate Executive Vice President and General The joint venture will use the The joint venture is the next step in the strategic alliance forged Manager MAHLE Aftermarket. “The workshops are aware Ford brand distribution network between Ford and Mahindra in September 2017 and is expected of the challenges they face from the mobility transformation in emerging markets to extend to be operational by mid-2020, subject to regulatory approvals. and the diversity of new technologies, and they are count- support for export of Mahindra The joint venture will be operationally managed by Mahindra, ing on us. We will support them by providing fast and reli- products, in addition to Ford and its governance will be equally composed of representatives able diagnostic and service solutions, information, and, of branded vehicles. Exports today of Mahindra and Ford. course, spare parts,” continues Henning. form about 7 percent of Mahin- The joint venture will be responsible for growing the Ford In order to assist the workshops with regard to the new dra’s auto business revenues and brand in India and exporting its products to Ford entities glob- thermal management products, MAHLE Aftermarket also its products are exported to South ally. Ford will continue to own the Ford brand, and its branded offers specific training and makes repair and maintenance Africa, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri vehicles will be distributed through the current Ford India dealer information (RMI) available on its diagnostics tools and Lanka and Chile, among other network. Mahindra will continue to own the Mahindra brand and service equipment. MAHLE is thereby positioning itself as nations and areas. operate its own independent dealer network in India. a solutions provider and future-proof partner for the work- “Emerging economies includ- shops. ing India are expected to account continued on this page ______for one in three future vehicle continued on page 9 Winter 2020 autonewsonline.com/youtube 9

Jim Farley, Ford Pres. 2020 Chevrolet economy, although the EPA does not rate ¾ ton and up trucks. Early Bird Swap Meet and his Executive Team Silverado 2500 If you’re looking for a gas version there is a 6.6-liter engine Ink Mahindra Deal Test Drive Report with over 400-horses and 464- is one of the First continued from page 4 pound feet of torque. More than continued from page 8 The chrome grill looks huge enough power to handle the Auto Shows of the Season sales,” said Dr. Pawan Goenka, when you look at it through your 18,500 pounds capacity either gas managing director, Mahindra & rear-view mirror. Most truck folks or diesel. Mahindra Limited. “The joint absolutely love it or absolutely This is the LTZ model with venture will have a distinct hate it. the Z71 off- road 4-wheel drive product portfolio with shared This truck has 20” chrome package. LTZ is next to the top- platforms and powertrains, the wheels, cab lights, huge trailer of-the-line High Country, and there newest technology, high qual- towing mirrors, LED fog lights, are 3 trim levels under it. ity and engineering standards and a built-in step just ahead of the Inside this truck are captain from both Mahindra and Ford, rear wheels to help load things in chairs in the front and a 60/40 rear at optimized costs. This win- the bed. The hood has a large air bench that folds up from the bottom ning combination will enable scoop with the logos of Allison™ to reveal a cargo area. the joint venture to successfully transmission and Duramax™. All the controls in the dash are position its vehicles in India, as Under the hood you’ll find the a easy to understand and operate. well as unlock the potential of 6.6-liter Duramax™ diesel that is The infotainment system is other highly competitive emerg- rated at 445-horses, and 910-pound touchscreen and you operate ing markets”. feet of torque. New for 2020 is audio, navigation, all the apps, “The creation of this joint ven- a 10-speed Allison™ automatic Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and ture is a pivotal moment in both transmission for improved fuel continued on page 19 our companies’ histories. Strong alliances such as this play a crucial role for Ford to compete prof- itably in the high-volume, afford- able vehicle segments so popular with our diverse customer base. By combining our respective talents, we will offer more vehicles to more customers in more places than ever before and deliver profitable growth to both Ford and Mahindra,” said Jim Farley, president of Ford New Businesses, Technology & Strategy.

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Automechanika Shanghai 2019 embraces the evolving automotive ecosystem ( December 3rd thru 6th, 2019 ) Long-time supporters of Automechanika Shanghai eagerly await the 15th edition of the fair, and following another record breaking year, anticipation is higher than ever. The show stands as a dedicated platform for world-renowned industry leaders to connect at one of Asia’s most influential automotive trade fairs. This year, the show expands on the automotive ecosystem concept by not only covering the entire supply chain but also exposing more opportunities for research and development, insurance, investment, future technologies and more. The show expects to host over 6,270 exhibitors across the impressive 350,000 sqm of exhibition space, which will occupy the venue’s current exhibition area. A growing number of special sectors, zones and fringe programme events will amplify many of the latest advancements and rising trends throughout numerous areas of the industry. Ms Fiona Chiew, Deputy General Manager, Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, said: “Over the past 14 editions, Automechanika Shanghai has continued to thrive alongside Asia’s automotive industry; China has now become the world’s largest auto market. When the show first opened its doors back in 2004, it hosted just 235 exhibitors and 9,000 visitors. In 2018, a staggering 150,568 visitors filtered through every corner of the NECC. It has continued to embrace change and nurtured development by way of new themes and elements. Looking to the future, we plan to collaborate further with research institutes, universities, industry orga- nizations, finance and insurance firms, and the wider automotive community, so that we can work together and advance the fair’s automotive ecosystem.” Developing an automotive ecosystem Automechanika Shanghai will echo the progressing concept of the automotive ecosystem. The developing term comes as a result of rapid advancements in the industry that are currently remapping the automotive value chain. It zooms in on the concept of connectivity; not just through emerging technology, but also the notion of networks and knowledge sharing. As a result, Automechanika Shanghai will place more focus on digitalization, future technologies and services, as well as shaping more opportunities in the fringe programme, to work closer with research institutes and the wider auto community. Digital trends spark new opportunities The Tomorrow’s Service & Mobility sector will, once again, become a central area of the fair to demonstrate the show’s strengthened ability for emphasizing digital trends and connectivity. For instance, research suggests that the connected vehicle market in Asia Pacific is expected to reach USD 47.4 billion by 2023, expanding at a CAGR of 20 percent. As such, the sector shines a light on communication between the vehicle, infrastructure, pedestrians and networks. With this in mind, exhibitors will cover the latest innovations for electromobility, intel- ligent vehicle technology, car connectivity, mobility services, as well as lightweight materials and more. 10 autonewsonline.com/youtube Winter 2020

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Kyle MacLachlan (Thomas by day with dinners and parties by charging and more. I wasn’t the Sundance Film Festival Report Edison). night. The highlight was the new only one who loved the ride back continued from page 2 and Q7 SUV from 20+ destination The Kia Telluride Supper Suite eight-passenger Telluride SUV to my Sundance retreat, just ask cased various Acura models and at airports and dealerships. pop-up hosted the premiere after- ahead of the production release Olivia Munn. It’s not easy to resist nightly music throughout the Ethan Hawke’s “Tesla” movie party for “Tesla”. Throughout the complete with heated front and a quick video for memories of a Sundance Film Festival. was one of the most buzzed about weekend, the suite was filled with back seats plus steering wheel, very special ride during the winter A white Audi complete with ski movies during Sundance. It’s not a portrait studio and gifting suite charging pad, USB back seat wonderland of Sundance. rack promoted Audi’s Silvercar about the Tesla car, but the life of program at The Luxury Escape at Nikola Tesla as a man young in the St. Regis by Rand Luxury. The New York City. Tesla, played by Audi-owned mobile app-based car Ethan Hawke believed in limitless rental program gets you an Audi energy with Jim Gaffigan (George every time, currently including the Westinghouse) and protégé played A4 sedan, A5 Cabriolet, Q5 SUV by Vincent De Paul. They rivaled

Olivia Munn by Kia Telluride at the Kia Telluride Supper “Tesla” cast at the Sundance Film Festival Premiere in Park City, Utah. Left to right: Jim Suite during the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah. Gaffigan, Eve Hewson, Ethan Hawke, Rebecca Dayan, Kyle MacLachlan. Photo by Joyce Photo from Instagram @SupperSuite Chow Curing Kids Cancer - SubStation II has a Heart for Cures This Southeastern based company The Curing Kids Cancer heart is boards about the partnership. On is sharing its heart for cures! a special logo and now it is helping Thursdays employees wear gold This year Curing Kids Cancer to spread even more awareness for cobranded T-shirts and corporate was ecstatic to team up with the lack of funding for childhood stores donate 10 percent of their that their granddaughter is doing enough for teaming up with us SubStation II, a southeastern cancer research. All SubStation earnings of the day to Curing Kids well! In next month’s newsletter, this September! SubStation II has based sandwich shop franchise. II franchise owners were excited Cancer! we will share her story as well as 43 shops in five states so please After hearing the Owen family’s to join us in raising awareness SubStation II also has its own the grand total of this first year visit one near you! Click here to story, Sandy Corbett, SubStation during National Childhood Cancer connection to pediatric cancer as campaign. learn more about SubStation II and II’s President/CEO and Allison Awareness Month. Each store is a franchise owner from Greer, S.C. We cannot thank SubStation II Curing Kids Cancer. Corbett, Director of Development, taking a donation for each icon, had a granddaughter affected by a were ready to jump into action. displaying banners as well as digital brain tumor. We are excited to say

CKC Co-founder and President Grainne Owen with Jerry Queen from SubStation II. Winter 2020 autonewsonline.com/youtube 13 Sally’s RAV4 Test Drive to Badger Mountain Winery in Tri-Cities 2020 Toyota Prius Prime Delivers 54 MPG with a Base MSRP of $24,200 by Bill McCallum the U.S. California classifies the I had the chance to test drive Prius as a SULEV (Super Ultra a 2020 Toyota Prius Prime on a Low Emissions Vehicle). recent business trip to Phoenix, The plug-in Prius Prime, which Arizona. The Prius first launched I tested, is one of a number of new in 1997 in Japan is a hybrid electric models introduced since 2001 and mid-size sedan. It was the first mass it takes two hours to charge on produced hybrid vehicle and was 240 volt connection and 5 hours introduced worldwide in 2001. on 120 volt. On our test we got I attended the press conference 54 mpg combined. All new 2020 where the Prius was introduced Prius models get standard Apple to the U.S. media. CarPlay compatibility systems. The state of Washington where Prius models range from $24,200 RAV4 at Badger Mountain Winery (photo Sally Hanson) I live, was one of the first states in to $ 33,500. The Prius Prime offers the U.S. to purchase the Prius for 9 Safety and convenience features continued from page 3 the winery. Some of my favorite liant color. I got bored driving state and county owned vehicles. including Toyota Safety Series P the first certified organic wine- events have been the Spring white, tan or silver/gray vehicles On May 15, 2008 worldwide and BlindSpot Monitor with Rear grape vineyard in Washington Barrel tasting party, Friday night and I began to appreciate the new Prius sales topped 1 million and Cross Traffic Alert. State. Badger Mountain’s winery food trucks with live music and colors and beautiful paint applica- according to the United State The word PRIUS is a Latin and tasting room sit adjacent to the Winterwinederland festival in tions being offered by automobile EPA the Toyota Prius was and is word meaning “to go forward” and the estate organic vineyard that December featuring horse drawn manufacturers. the most fuel efficient vehicle in Toyota has done that with the Prius. produces wine made with 100% carriage rides. Another advantage The Toyota RAV4 was my choice USDA organic grapes with no to living so close to Badger Moun- because I appreciate Toyota’s added sulfites. My favorite Badger tain Winery’s tasting room is that proven hybrid technology and the Mountain wines are the White we can often hear the music coming RAV4 continues to be a leader in the Cuvée and Merlot. from the event which reminds us compact-crossover SUV segment. The tasting room offers tastes to head down to the party! The fifth generation RAV4 was of the organic varietals under the And for electric car drivers, introduced for model year 2019. Badger Mountain label as well Badger Mountain Winery is You can definitely see me as Powers wines that are blended equipped with two Tesla charging coming in my Electric Storm Blue and crafted to feature Wash- stations in front of their tasting RAV4 and contrary to the belief of ington State’s distinctive vine- room and a charging station for some hybrid skeptics, I do not hold yards and diverse microclimates. other electric vehicles behind the up traffic due to lack of power. The Known for long term relation- tasting room. 2.5L 4-cylinder engine delivers ships with premium Washington It’s been over a year since I 194 net horsepower with CVT State growers, Powers sources a decided to make a bold move offering outstanding acceleration. variety of the highest quality fruit and trade in my luxury sedan for My Limited model also features to produce exceptional wines. a compact sport utility vehicle electronic on-demand all-wheel The tasting room is surrounded which could better navigate trips drive with intelligence(AWD-i) by beautiful grounds perfect for through snowy mountain passes which includes an electric motor outdoor events. The winery is in the winter as well as travel up that delivers instant torque to the well-known locally for its Wine and down the very steep hill in rear wheels when you need more Down Wednesdays June through our neighborhood with snow on traction. The hybrid gauge cluster 2020 RAV4 at Crystal Mountain Ski Resort (See story on September featuring live music, the road. Not only was I looking is easy to help you track when the page 18) (photo Auto News) food trucks and the opportunity for a small SUV with all-wheel- system is charging and providing to wine down on the lawn of drive, I wanted a hybrid in a bril- power to the drive wheels. To help increase the efficiency of your drive, you can also view the hybrid energy monitor on the 7” touch screen display to determine the operation of the gas engine, electric motor generator and hybrid battery. This offers real-time information showing how the power is being routed to the drive wheels or how the battery is being charged. My decision to purchase a hybrid was based mostly on the advantage of increased fuel economy. The environmental issue is nice, but I want to save a few bucks! I have been calculating my mileage and to my surprise and delight, I am exceeding the EPA’s estimated miles per gallon of 34 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway. Now the State of Washington has taken away some of the monetary savings by adding a $75 fee for license renewal allegedly to be used to provide more fueling stations for electric and other alternative fuel vehicles. As winter approached, I equipped my RAV4 with a new set of wheels and snow tires. I selected black alloy rims which hardly show the winter road grime as opposed to the standard chrome wheels that will change up the vehicle’s look when warmer weather returns. The only other addition to my RAV4 was window tinting for the front windows and windshield to eliminate the sun’s glare on my trips to Badger Mountain Winery. 14 autonewsonline.com/youtube Winter 2020

Hyundai SHOWCASE REVIEWS Santa Fe Test HONDA CIVIC 4D TOURING HYUNDAI PALISADE LTD Drive Review by Bill McCallum The 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe LTD 2.0T AWD was my ride on a recent road trip from Los Angles to Phoenix and back with a stop in Palm Springs. There are seven features that separate the Santa Fe from the crowded field of mid- sized SUV’s. 1- Visibility, best in class. 2- Quiet ride, no road noise. 3- Room, three row seating with lots of space for gear. 4- Simple, easy to use infotainment panel. 5- More than enough power-to-pass. 6- MPG, 30 + on the highway 7- Comfortable drivers seat design. This value based Honda BASE PRICE: $27,300 The all-new Palisade is BASE PRICE: $48,400 as tested It’s easy to understand how is loaded with new safety TYPE: Sedan Hyundai’s large 3 row TYPE: SUV Hyundai has created a position features and above average ENGINE: 1.5 Liter SUV, and is getting rave ENGINE: 3,8L GDI of leadership in the SUV seg- MPG. With new designs and TRANS: CVT reviews from automotive TRANS: 8 sp AT ment with the Hyundai Santa Fe, more room it’s a “winner”. HORSEPOWER: 174 hp journalists across the U.S. HORSEPOWER: 291 hp the compact Kona SUV, the mid MPG: 30 city / 38 hiway MPG: 19 city / 26 hiway sized Tucson SUV and the all- new Palisade SUV. (see page 1 Palisade story) the 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe offers 6 Advance Safety Technology Standard Safety features that make city or open road driving safer for you the driver and HYUNDAI KONA ULTIMATE MAZDA 3 HATCHBACK your family. 1- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist. 2- Blind Spot Avoidance Assist. 3- Rear Cross Traffic Collision Assist. 4- Lane Keeping Assist. 5- Stop and Go Surround View Mirror. 6- Rear Occupant Alert The 2.0L Turbo GDI engine gives you the “power-to-pass” and is mated with an 8-speed AT. With a starting MSRP of $26,480 ($39,200 as tested) the Hyundai Santa Fe deserves a look and a test drive.

Best New idea for the“ 2020 Hyundai Until the introduction of BASE PRICE: $19,990 The Mazda 3 Sedan and BASE PRICE: $28,900 the all-new Venue the TYPE: SUV Hatchback have been top TYPE: Hatchback Sante Fe SUV” Kona was Hyundai’s small ENGINE: 1.6 T GDI-4 sellers for the last decade. ENGINE: SKYACTIVE-G 2.5L replacement of the turn signal value based SUV in the TRANS: 7-speed AT Value priced with great TRANS: 6 SPD Sport Mode video screen in the center stack lineup HORSEPOWER: 175 hp MPG and advanced design HORSEPOWER: 186 hp giving driver direct straight MPG: 26 city / 29 hiway MPG: 23 city / 32 hiway on vision States Add Fees for EV Owners SUBARU OUTBACK TOURING TOYOTA SIENNA LTD PREM continued from page 4 ture investments usually derived from gasoline taxes. Expect these counter-productive fees to expand in the coming years as the EV market grows. Oregon and Utah are next. Starting on Jan. 1, Oregonians driving an electric vehicle will pay $110 more per year to register their EVs. That will lift their registration fee to $306 for two years. The new Oregon scheme will calculate registration costs based on the miles per gallon of the vehicle. In other words, you get penalized for having a more Subaru continues to expand BASE PRICE: $37,345 As tested This is the top of the BASE PRICE: $49,190 (as tested) fuel-efficient car. The increased it’s lineup with new exciting TYPE: SUV line for Toyota’s minivans. TYPE: Minivan registration fees were written products such as the ENGINE: 2.5L Boxer Available in full-time four- ENGINE: 3.5 liter V6 into a transportation bill passed Outback Touring Model TRANS: CTV wheel drive and comes with TRANS: 8-sp Automatic in 2017. EV owners in Oregon have the current available at dealers HORSEPOWER: 182 hp Android Auto & Apple Carplay HORSEPOWER: 296 hp option to instead track their travel MPG: 25 city / 32 hiway MPG: 18 city / 24 hiway and get charged 1.7 cents per mile. That by-the-miler alternative is also available in Utah, where on Jan. 1, the state will start charging an extra registration fee of *** all information on vehicles as tested $90 to owners of electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. The fee is autonewsonline.com/showcase reviews continued on page 20 Winter 2020 autonewsonline.com/youtube 15

Genesis Appoints Haselwood Auto Group as South Sound Dealer by Bill McCallum Genesis G80’s style. the G80 5.0 Ultimate, you’re precise support. The front seats sunshades and a power rear While the Genesis Luxury You deserve it. And by designing surrounded by the premium come equipped with soothing window sunshade are available vehicles are some of the best in the the G80 with the most front and Nappa leather, genuine matte- warmth and cooling ventilation, to block unwanted sunlight from market the dealer roll-out has seen rear headroom, front legroom and finish wood and aluminum trim and rear seat passengers are disturbing the comfort of rear-seat some delays. With 4 dealers now n overall interior volume in its class, gracing its surfaces. A 16-way treated to heated seats as well. passengers. Should you feel the place including Haselwood Auto Genesis obviously agrees. power driver’s seat features a seat Cleansing the air inside your urge to live even larger, the G80 Group in Bremerton the dealers Even more agreeable that cushion extender, 4-way power cabin is the world’s first dual-mode is also available with a panoramic are ready to rock-and-roll with all of that room is how you’ll lumbar and power side bolsters ventilation control system with a glass sunroof. large inventories and test drives. feel seated inside. Onboard that inflate individual air cells for CO2 Sensor. Rear side window I had a chance to test drive the 2020 G80 AWD 3.3T Sport Genesis last month. Hyundai says..... To appreciate how a beautifully crafted luxury sedan is designed, start by studying the elegant proportions of the Genesis G80. With its long hood and short rear deck, the G80’s shape is befitting of an iconic luxury sedan. Its athletic stance, bold front grille and available sculpted LED headlights also signal an intensity of purpose that reflects your own. Step inside, and the G80 puts you instantly at ease. Its advanced technologies blend naturally with timeless craftsmanship to create a welcoming environment. The textures and materials please your senses and uphold your standards for quality. Drive it, and you’ll travel with supreme confidence and control. Intuitive controls and a streamlined instrument cluster ensure you feel totally comfortable in your surroundings, not distracted by them. And you’re secure in the knowledge that the state-of- the science safety technologies surrounding you from all sides are every but as substantial as the Genesis G80 (photo Genesis) 16 autonewsonline.com/youtube Winter 2020

WOMEN in the WOMEN in the AUTO WORLD women in the AUTO WORLD AUTO WORLD Cathy Droz, Journalist, Author, & Radio Host Cathy Droz is an accomplished more than 500 vehicles, giving her dealership not only meets, but automotive journalist, author, insight and knowledge on virtu- exceeds, a women’s expectations speaker and radio host with a pas- ally every make and model on the when buying or servicing a car. To sion for the automobile industry. market to effectively educate the be a part of the program, qualified A native of New York, she was car buying consumer and make the dealerships who meet the criteria just 17 when she purchased the search for the perfect automobile a pay a fee and then receive items and family sedan, which evolved into pleasant and rewarding experience. services such as sales training for a 40-year career including opening Cathy is currently Founder and up to 100 employees that focuses a full-service automotive advertis- CEO of HER Certified® – which on how to handle sales with female ing agency, and, most recently, stands for Honesty, Excellence customers. Additionally, employ- publishing her first book, “A and Respect –the industry’s first ees take the sales training online Woman’s Guide to Buying a Car comprehensive certified dealer and must pass with 85 percent or with Confidence and Street Smarts program aimed to help dealerships higher. The sales training includes – Don’t Let These High Heels Fool better serve female car buyers. The downloads of a workbook and her You.” Highly respected by industry full-service “trifecta” employee book for each employee taking influencers, Cathy has test driven training is designed to ensure the the course.

Previously Featured: “women in the auto world” Lyn St. James – Indy Race Driver Monika Kalenski – MEK Magnet Joyce Chow – Social Media Mogul Felicia Fields – Ford HR VP Chanterria McGilbra – Prancing Ponies Sarah Deccio – Distribution Mgr. Mary Barra – GM CEO Elena Cortesi – Ford Comm. Mgr. Valerie Thompson – Motorcycle Racer Michelle Christensen – Acura Design Muffy Bennett – Car Collector Ashley, Courtney & Brittany Force – Drag Racing Champions Lisa Copeland – FCA Dealer Jennifer Biggs – Repair Shop Owner Toyota of Marysville – Ladies at Work Surprise a Friend with a Pencil Drawing of their Special Vehicle * Email 3 Photos (Front, Side, Angle) To: [email protected] * Mail (Snail) $175 Check To: Sarah Deccio c/o Auto News • P.O. Box 3327 • Bellevue, WA 98009

Alan Smith, Scale Racing Center Owner Displays Sarah’s Pencil Drawing Sarah Deccio, Auto News Distribution Mgr. Displays the Pencil Drawing of his Car (photo Auto News) of her Truck (photo Auto News)

Caanon Russell, Owner, Ming’s Zen Gallery in Issaquah with Pencil Chris Chung with Pencil Drawing of his prized BMW (photo Auto News) Drawing of his FJ Cruiser (photo Auto News) Winter 2020 autonewsonline.com/youtube 17

McCormick’s Spring Palm Springs Auctions Scheduled for February 21, 22 & 23, 2020

1961 Cadillac Coupe deVille (Lot # 250) owned by Danny “The Count” Lot 189, 1972 Chevy C10 crossing the block in February 2020 Koker, star of the History channel TV show “Counting Cars,” sold for $63,000 Nov 2019 event Results From McCormick’s Fall Palm Springs Auction McCormick Car auction FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY – FEBRUARY 21, 22 & 23, 2O20 features Cadillac restored for TV show

A total of 330 vehicles sold at the Nov. 22-24 Collector Car Auction in downtown Palm Springs with a total of 522 vehicles crossing the auction block, a healthy 65% sale rate and above the national average for a reserve auction. Jason McCormick, manager, LOCATIO said “Sales were brisk and atten- MARK YOUR CALENDAR & EXPERIENCE THE EXCITEMENT! NEW N dance was high, thanks to sunny The McCormick family invites you to their 68th auction featuring over skies, warm weather and a wide 6OO antique, classic, exotic, muscle, sports and special interest autos. variety of cars and trucks.” Come bid on Cadillacs, Corvettes, Jaguars, Mustangs and more. A 1961Cadillac Coupe deVille (Lot # 250) owned by Danny Prices expected from just $2,OOO to over $2OO,OOO. “The Count” Koker, star of the History channel TV show “Count- GENERAL PUBLIC IS INVITED SPONSORED BY ing Cars,” sold for $63,000. The Friday 10 am - 9 pm – FREE Admission. classic car, its restoration and sale, will be featured on the TV series Saturday & Sunday 8 am - 7 pm – $15 per day. during the new season beginning in February. Also notable was a 1966 Shelby WHERE TO STAY Cobra CSX4236 (Lot # 263) that Call our host hotel at the Hilton Palm Springs at 76O.32O.6868 topped out at $153,700 in competi- and use promo code “MCE” for special room rates. Also visit tive bidding. www.VacationPalmSprings.com. A 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W30 (Lot #364) sold for $69,960. The next auction in the ( 76O ) 32O-329O VENDORS, FOOD & FUN! OUR MAIN OFFICE twice-a-year series is scheduled Bring Your Friends & Family. 244 North Indian Canyon Dr. for February 2020. For more STATE LICENSE CA 1798 FREE Palm Springs, CA 92262 information, go to www.classic- Friday Night is ! carauction.com or contact Keith or Jason McCormick at (760) 320- AUCTION LOCATION 3290. The year-round showroom For More Information Visit The Palm Springs is located at 244 N. Indian Canyon Convention Center Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262 277 N Avenida Caballeros www.Classic-CarAuction.com Palm Springs, CA 92262 FOR ADDITIONAL INFOR- MATION CONTACT : (760) 320-3290 VISIT: www.Classic- CarAuction.com 18 autonewsonline.com/youtube Winter 2020 2020 Toyota R AV4 Performs Well in Snow and Ice Toyota’s RAV4 has been one of the top sellers in the compact SUV category. As SUV’s grew in size and performance many automakers started designing and equipping their new models to compete with the Jeep lineup to appeal to the “off-roaders.” The RAV4 TRD Off-Road model we tested is an example of that strategy. (see photo on page 13) The RAV4 TRD model comes with a 2.5 liter 4 cylinder engine mated with an 8 speed automatic transmission producing 203 horsepower. The RAV4 TRD model is equipped with Dynamic Torque Vectoring AWD with Multi-Terrain Select System and TRD-Tuned Suspension. Standard equipment includes 7 Safety and Convenience features including Toyota Safety 2.0 Pre- Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Alert, Radar Cruise Control, Road Sign Alert, and much more. For the off- roader Downhill Assist Control is

snorting Spring Events at “Toyota’s RAV4 elk cellar skiing crystal! has been a top seller weekly events & As if you needed more boarding reasons to come to in the SUV & Crystal, MARCH IS FULL specials at OF FUN EVENTS FOR category.” crystal EVERYONE! • Taco Tuesdays standard. MPG for a SUV is above mountain average with 25 city/32 hiway. • Locals Night – Click for details Base MSRP of the RAV4 TRD is the best! is $35,180 (as tested) The TRD Wednesdays Off-Road Weather Package at $ 1,015 includes Heated Leather- Trimmed Steering Wheel, Perfo- rated Heated & Ventilated Front Bucket Seats, and Rain Sensing Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers with a deicer function. At $1,950 the TRD Off-Road Technology Package includes; Front & Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking, Digital Rearview Mirror with Homelink Universal Transceiver, Wireless Smart Phone Charging Bird’s Eye View Camera with Perimeter Scan, Overhead 360 Degree View in Low-Speed Drive and reverse and Curb-View. If your an “Off-Roader” or Crystal Mountail Hotels looking for a well equipped compact SUV the RAV4 TRD Alpine Inn | Quicksilver | Village Inn deserves a look.

( See Photo on page 13) Winter 2020 autonewsonline.com/youtube 19 OEM & AFTERMARKET PARTS FordParts.com Is Offering 5% Savings on Ford and Truck King Challenge 2020 Chevrolet Silverado continued from page 6 ® Judges to drive the trucks back to Motorcraft Batteries, Fuel Interior colour: Black/Dark Saddle back on our test loop. This year, Pumps, Suspension and ENGINE: 3.6L Pentastar VVT V6 with the mid-size truck capacities 2500 Test Drive Report w/Stop-Start in mind we drove the 12- mile continued from page 9 drilled for a 5th-wheel hitch, and Steering Parts.* MECHANICAL FEATURES: Head River loop empty and then a Wi-Fi Hotspot. The infotainment one of the camera views will allow Limited-Time Offer Through 4:1 Rock–Trac heavy–duty part– we did it all over again with 500 system features voice recognition, you to see the bed and any cargo FordParts.com. Now through time 4x4 system 4.10 rear axle lb of payload in the beds. Finally, a rear seat reminder, and a Bose™ back there. 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Still, a The Duramax™ with the Allison™ power open and close aluminum transmission work very well tailgate is a very nice touch. together. One thing I would like Chevy now offers new trailer to mention is if you opt for the towing mirrors that will extend out gas engine and you can figure or fold in with the push of a button. out the cost of the diesel option Inside the 6-foot 10” bed, there ($9,890.00) you can buy a lot gas is a bedliner, bed lighting, a 120- for a long time and travel lots of volt power outlet for tools, it is highway miles. What Is Happening in the Automotive Mobility World continued from page 5 user. Obtaining business licenses to operate a fleet of mobility service mobility, and reduce the need for vehicles may limit the participa- allocating space in the city for tion in the business and give more under utilized, parked vehicles. In power to the fleet operators in the China, we expect shared vehicles new value chain. to rise from slightly under 10% of What are the advantages of the car population to nearly 25% mobility services in the auto by 2025. industry in China? Where do you see the future For the users, it’s the elimina- of mobility services in the auto tion of pain points associated with industry in China in the next driving, with democratized access 20 years? to personal transportation. For Mobility services will expand as the cities, more efficient matching populations grow and urbanization of mobility demand and vehicle rates continue to rise. New technol- supply with fewer cars need to ogy in the form of connected and serve the demand. However, the self-driving vehicles will make the desire of individuals to “upgrade” economics of the mobility services (from bus or metro) and be in business more favorable, and their own space does create added urban residents will embrace the congestion on the road during convenience of being transported peak hours. in a personal space where they can How does your company help repurpose their time to purposes mobility services in China? other than the mundane task of city Automobility is a strategy & driving. Beyond 2030, people and investment advisory firm focused goods movement will increasingly on helping its clients to build be served by autonomous mobility a collaborative ecosystem of on demand (AMOD) devices. partnerships to participate in the What are the challenges mobility new mobility value chain. Our services face in the auto industry main businesses are advisory in China? services for venture and private Initially, mobility services will equity investors, and consulting be a fiercely competitive market services for corporations seeking with most automotive companies to participate in the new mobility seeking to carve out a relevant business model. space with existing and new partnerships. In a fragmented landscape, profits will be difficult to generate. However, successful players will emerge that will have the backing of digital ecosystem partners who have the ability to monetize the big data associated with the mobility and online consumption pattern of the platform 20 autonewsonline.com/youtube Winter 2020 TECHNOLOGY $ Mecum January Auction Sales Reach 130 Million Dollars Fees for EV Owners The list of states with EV fees continued from page 14 currently in effect, or about to continued from page 26 ble-Sided Porcelain (Lot Q210) 1956 Gibson Les Paul Goldtop start, include Alabama, Arkansas, 1932 Duesenberg Model J Tourster at $35,400 Electric (Lot Q233) at $44,840 expected to grow in the coming California, Colorado, Georgia, (Lot T170.1) at $522,500 1922 Ford Dealership Double- 1955 Fender Geddy Lee Strato- years. Proponents argue that the Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, 1966 Superformance Ford GT40 Sided Milk Glass (Lot Q218) at caster (Lot Q259) at $44,840 average annual state gas tax paid Michigan, Minnesota, Missis- MkII (Lot S203) at $484,000 $25,960 1960 Gibson Geddy Lee ES-345 by owners of gas cars is about sippi, Missouri, Nebraska, North 1967 Shelby GT350 Fastback (Lot Eleanor® Cinema Vehicle Mold (Lot Q260) at $24,780 $187. Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio F178) at $440,000 Kits (Lot S136) at $23,600 Rickey Medlocke’s Boat, Guitar The root cause is stagnated Oregon, South Carolina, Tennes- The complete top 10 motorcycle 1950s Entrance Arrow, Double- & Lake Okeechobee Fishing Trip fuel taxes, a misplaced prior- see, Utah, Virginia, Washington, sales at the 29th annual Vintage Sided Porcelain Neon (Lot Q208) (Lot Q269) at $24,780 ity on highway expansion, and West Virginia, Wisconsin, and and Antique Motorcycle Auction at $23,600 1990 Gold Warwick John Entwis- broad improvements in vehicle Wyoming. include: 1950s Garden Inn Motel, Double- tle Buzzard Customized Bass (Lot efficiency. Not EVs. Minnesota and Missouri are 1922 Brough Superior Mark 1 90 Sided Porcelain Neon (Lot Q217) Q232) at $20,060 As a new article by CalMatters two of the four states considering Bore (Lot F166.1) at $308,000 at $23,600 1957 Gibson Les Paul TV Special makes clear, the shortfall in trans- proposals to increase current EV 1930 Brough Superior SS100 (Lot 1960s OK Used Cars Double- Electric (Lot Q242) at $11,800 portation funding is not caused fees. In those two states, the annual S141) at $239,250 Sided Aluminum Neon (Lot 1963 Gibson ES-175 DN (Lot by EVs, which still represent fee could triple in the coming years 1956 Harley-Davidson Indian Q214) at $22,420 Q243) at $8,260 less than 1% of cars on the road. – from the current $75 fee. Larry Grease Monkey (Lot S181) 1919 Chevrolet Double-Sided For access to complete auc- The root cause is stagnated fuel The states considering new at $220,000 Milk Glass (Lot Q216) at $21,240 tion results, sign up for the free taxes, a misplaced priority on proposals for EV fees – many of 1940 Harley-Davidson EL Knuck- 1907 Water Sprite Rowboat Out- InfoNet service offered at Mecum. highway expansion, and broad which would result in taxes higher lehead (Lot F189) at $220,000 board Motor 2 HP (Lot P248) at com. Next up for Mecum is the improvements in vehicle effi- than what a driver of a gas car 1916 Militaire Four Cylinder (Lot $20,060 company’s second annual auction ciency. But that won’t stop state pays – includes Arizona, Hawaii, F88) at $214,500 1930 Indian Silver Arrow Row- in Glendale, Arizona, at the State legislators from scapegoating EVs Kansas, Nevada, New Hampshire, 1974 Ducati 750SS (Lot S257) boat Outboard Motor 10 HP (Lot Farm Stadium. Slated for March and thereby ask electric-vehicle New Mexico, Oklahoma, Penn- at $198,000 P229) at $14,160 11-14, Glendale 2020 will feature owners to pay higher registra- sylvania, and Texas. 1934 Harley-Davidson CAC Oldsmobile Single-Sided Porce- 1,500 classic and collector cars on tion fees. In October, Pennsylvania state Speedway (Lot F188) at $181,500 lain Neon (Lot Q203) at $12,980 offer as well as 100 vintage and A recent Consumer Reports legislators proposed slapping 2004 Indian Larry Chain Of The complete top 10 Guitar antique motorcycles. For more study showed that 26 states cur- electric vehicle owners with a Mystery (Lot S182) at $165,000 sales of January 2020 include: details on upcoming auctions, to rently impose EV fees, with 11 $250 annual tax. 1953 Vincent Black Shadow (Lot 1959 Gibson Geddy Lee Les Paul consign a vehicle or to register charging more than the amount F202) at $143,000 Standard (Lot F198.2) at $253,700 as a bidder, visit Mecum.com, of owners of similar gas-powered 1924 Patria Ace-Henderson (Lot 1960 Gibson Les Paul Standard or call (262) 275-5050 for more cars pay in gas taxes. Three Information Supplied by S104) at $137,500 Scarface Electric (Lot F198.1) at information. states charge more than twice the Bradley Berman The complete top 10 Road Art $212,400 amount. This graphic from CR sales of January 2020 include: 1960 Gibson Geddy Lee ES-355 shows most, but not all, of the 1953 Litchfield Hardware Dou- (Lot S187.1) at $49,560 expected EV fees.

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Held Jan. 21-26 at the South and desirable instruments to the from both events reaching that pany Does it Again with another marked increase Point Hotel and Casino, the auc- stage as well as some instantly $130 million mark, January 2020 Mecum Auctions burst into the over last year, the Silver Spurs tion was topped by the sales of recognizable faces with several went into the books as another of new decade with a strong $130 Arena at Osceola Heritage Park two of Brough Superior’s best: a celebrity musicians making an Mecum’s most successful months million in overall sales realized in was filled to absolute capacity 1922 Mark 1 90 Bore (Lot F166.1) appearance at the Kissimmee in history. just the first month of 2020. With as the auction-headlining Bullitt that sold for $308,000 and a 1930 event. Total sales from the guitar The complete top 10 collector- the hosting of both the world’s Mustang (Lot F150) of movie SS100 (Lot S141) that brought division came in at $779,489 car sales at the Mecum Kissimmee largest collector-car auction in fame approached the block for its $239,250. [Complete top 10 sales with 163 sold in total for a 79% 2020 auction include: Kissimmee, Florida, as well as turn under the gavel. Amidst a sea list below.] sell-through rate overall. The 1968 Ford Mustang GT “Bullitt” the world’s largest vintage and of cell phones held high in the air With offerings available at both segment’s top-most seller was a (Lot F150) at $3,740,000 antique motorcycle auction in to capture the inevitable historic annual auction events, Mecum’s 1959 Gibson Les Paul Standard 2019 McLaren Senna (Lot S113) Las Vegas, Mecum achieved an moment, a lengthy bidder battle Road Art division achieved total (Lot F198.2) previously owned at $1,430,000 83% overall sell-through rate as from all sides of the floor ensued, sales of $1.5 million as 1,579 items by Rush’s Geddy Lee, which was 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder (Lot a jaw-dropping 5,259 lots of col- and the gavel finally dropped with hammered sold. The division’s ultimately purchased for $253,700 S111) at $1,430,000 lector cars, motorcycles, Road Art the car reaching a total sale price top seller was a one-of-a-kind, by renowned guitar collector and 2015 McLaren P1 (Lot S159) at and collectible guitars hammered of $3.74 million, crowning the dealership-sized 1953 Litchfield lead musician of Cheap Trick, $1,089,000 sold in just over two weeks of Bullitt as the most valuable Ford Hardware Double-Sided Porce- Rick Nielsen. In typical show- 1967 Ford Mustang “Eleanor”® auction action. Mustang in history. [Complete top lain sign (Lot Q210) from the man fashion, Nielsen even took (Lot S135) at $852,500 Mecum’s Kissimmee 2020 10 sales list below.] top-quality collection of Garrett to the Mecum stage with his new 1968 Challenger 2 Streamliner collector car auction, held Jan. 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From to another pricey pony, a 1967 All those and more are unknown and clawed for a better view of the Autoshow Debut there the room lit up, with shouts Shelby GTOO that sold at this but there’s little doubt wherever it car which has become a permanent That all changed with a surprise of exclamation and serious bids. event last year for $2.2 million. heads to next, it’ll stay squarely in piece of pop and cinema culture. debut at the 2018 Detroit Auto When the dust finally settled, Wall to wall crowds watched the limelight. And those into classic fast Fords felt Show, rocking the collective two parties battled it out to become with eager anticipation at the car’s Bidding quickly jumped to over they were looking at the Holy Grail. automotive world. Even more the iconic car’s next caretaker. selling price. three million dollars. 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