Mike Geylin

Mike Geylin

Mike Geylin is the Editor-in-Chief at Hagman Media. Geylin has been in automotive communications for five decades working in all aspects of the industry from OEM to supplier to motorsports as well as reporting for both newspapers and magazines on the industry.

Test Drive: 2023 KONA Electric

2023 Kona EV

CHATHAM, Mass. – We loved the redesigned 2022 Hyundai Kona Electric Limited, so our continued appreciation of the modern design, quick charging, solid range, comprehensive equipment list, and reasonable price for the 2023 carry-over version is no surprise. There was…

Test Drive: 2023 Genesis GV60

Genesis GV60

CHATHAM, Mass. – Let us pick two nits and get them out of the way: the electric 2023 Genesis GV60 Performance crossover (CUV) is missing two features that are surprising for such a thoroughly equipped premium vehicle. After a week…

Test Drive: 2022 Tucson Limited PHEV AWD

2022 Tucson Limited PHEV

CHATHAM, Mass. – Hyundai offers the American sport-utility (SUV) buyer one of the most extensive array of choices from subcompact to three-row models. The anchor of its compact offerings, the Tucson, was completely redesigned for the 2022 model year and…

Test Drive: 2022 Volvo XC60 Recharge

XC60 Recharge T8

CHATHAM, Mass. – Volvo built its reputation in the U.S. market on safety, but with vehicles like the 2022 Volvo XC60 Recharge T8 Inscription Extended Range plug-in-hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) compact sport utility vehicle, the Swedish brand should be known…

Bosch Now Building EV Motors in S.C.

Bosch

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. – Bosch yesterday celebrated the beginning of production at its EV motor factory on its campus in North Charleston, S.C. The company converted the 200,000-square-foot building which formerly produced diesel-engine components to produce electric motors initially for…

Test Drive: 2022 Chevy Bolt EUV

2022 Chevy Bolt EUV

CHATHAM, Mass. – Several weeks ago, we sampled and liked the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt LT2, saying it was a surprisingly complete, solid-value electric vehicle. You can read the review HERE. Following a week in its new for 2022, 6.3-inch longer…

TEST DRIVE: 2022 F-150 Lightning Platinum

Ford F-150 Lightning Platinum

CHATHAM, Mass. – The Ford F Series remains America’s most popular line of vehicles and one reason is the Dearborn company continuously enhances and expands the truck range, adding leading-edge features and versions. The latest is the first mass-market, full-size…

TEST DRIVE: 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV

2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV

CHATHAM, Mass. – Appearances can certainly be misleading as the surprisingly refreshed 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV offers a lot more vehicle than simply the ability to pass every gas pump. The look is modern, 5-door subcompact with the wheels pushed…

f-150 Hybrid: Regenerative Braking Virtually Invisible

Regenerative Braking Virtually Invisible in F-150 Hybrid

DEARBORN, Mich. — The Ford F-150 PowerBoost™ Full Hybrid pickup truck, reviewed on The BRAKE Report, goes about its business quietly and efficiently, including the blending of its regenerative braking and hydraulic braking capabilities. Depending upon the hybrid’s need for…