Nelson Ireson

Nelson Ireson is an automotive author and enthusiast with more than 15 years experience covering the industry, reporting news, and evaluating vehicles. His work has appeared in print or web for Car and Driver, Road & Track, Motor Trend, and Automobile, as well as Autoblog, Motor Authority, and Green Car Reports, and, once, he provided the answer for one of the segments on NPR's Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me! He reports for KBB from Long Beach, California.

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Best Year-End Deals of 2024

Nelson Ireson - December 19, 2024

As 2024 draws to a close, sales deals are ramping up, offering some of the year’s best buying opportunites for new vehicles.

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2024 Acura ZDX vs. 2024 Genesis GV70 Comparison

Nelson Ireson - November 21, 2024

The 2024 Acura ZDX and 2024 Genesis Electrified GV70 are both stylish but there’s more going on than meets the eye. Let’s dig into it.

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Average New Car Prices Fall Year-Over-Year, Incentives Rise

Nelson Ireson - October 11, 2024

On average, new car buyers paid $48,397 in September. That’s a 0.4% decrease year over year, and down about $250…

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Tesla We, Robot Event: Robotaxi, Robovan Unveiled

Nelson Ireson - October 11, 2024

Tesla revealed nearly two dozen prototypes of its new Robotaxi tonight at an event dubbed “We, Robot.” Tesla CEO Elon…

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2025 Lexus LX 700h Is Brand’s New Hybrid Flagship SUV

Nelson Ireson - October 11, 2024

The refreshed 2025 Lexus LX lineup is here, and with it comes an all-new model, the LX 700h. The new…

2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid with trees in the background.

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Recall Alert: 1.7 Million Honda Vehicles for Steering Failure

Nelson Ireson - October 10, 2024

Honda is recalling 1.7 million Acura Integra, Civic, CR-V, and HR-V models for a steering defect that may cause a crash.

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2025 Mini Convertible Revealed: Sporty, Stylish Pint-Sized Drop-Top

Nelson Ireson - October 10, 2024

The 2025 Mini Convertible joins the updated Mini Cooper family with new style, features, and trim lines. Two versions will…

2024 Tesla Cybertruck on a dirt road with a lake and hills in the background.

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Recall Alert: Tesla Cybertruck Backup Camera Delayed Activation

Nelson Ireson - October 09, 2024

The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck has been recalled by the NHTSA because of a delay with the activation of the backup camera.

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Acura ADX Teased: New Entry Luxury SUV Due in 2025

Nelson Ireson - October 09, 2024

The Acura ADX is coming in 2025. Learn about this new entry-level luxury crossover.

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2025 Ford Bronco Gets Free Wheeling Package

Nelson Ireson - October 08, 2024

If you’re a fan of heritage-inspired looks for the Ford Bronco, here’s a new one to add to your wish…