“Capote” and its Bel Air Blunders
“Capote” is a great showcase for the late Phillip Seymour Hoffman, but it also has a few issues, many of which accompany the Chevy Bel Air.
The Block Highlights Restomod 1956 Chevy Bel Air’s LS3 Connect & Cruise System [VIDEO]
![The Block Highlights Restomod 1956 Chevy Bel Air’s LS3 Connect & Cruise System [VIDEO]](https://thenewswheel.com/wp-content/themes/patterns/timthumb.php?src=https%3A%2F%2Fthenewswheel.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2015%2F09%2F1956-Chevy-Bel-Air-restored-by-Chevrolet-Performances-The-Block.png&q=90&w=760&h=400&zc=1 "The Block Highlights Restomod 1956 Chevy Bel Air’s LS3 Connect & Cruise System [VIDEO]")
Back in September of last year, Chevrolet Performance’s restoration team, “The Block,” began work on a beat-up old 1956 Chevy Bel Air. The vintage ride, named “Bela,” was transformed into a modern-day hot rod, and shown at the 2015 SEMA Show in Las Vegas a few months later. Now Chevy is giving us some more […]
My Car Can Beat Up Your Grandfather’s Car: 1959 Chevy Bel Air vs 2009 Chevy Malibu
When it came time for my older brother to buy his own car, my dad was insistent that my brother buy an older, solid-steel frame car—specifically a 1980s SUV, because, as he put it, while driving the one he used to have, he got into a collision with a newer vehicle and absolutely wrecked the […]
[VIDEO] The Block Restoring a Vintage 1956 Chevy Bel Air for SEMA
“The Block” is the name of Chevrolet Performance’s restoration team, which has the enviable job of creating jaw-dropping builds for bowtie brand enthusiasts. Their latest project is restoring a classic car which they’ve dubbed “Bela”—not because the vintage vehicle bears a striking resemblance to Hungarian horror movie star Bela Lugosi, we suspect, but because it’s […]
Steve Harvey and Jerry Seinfeld Drive a 1957 Chevy Bel Air
In the latest installment of Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee, Jerry Seinfeld pulls out all of the stops for his guest Steve Harvey, showing up in a classic 1957 Chevy Bel Air convertible. You can watch the whole thing here. Jerry had the good sense to choose the V8 model, which means it’s equipped with […]
Dale Earnhardt Jr. Sells 1955 Chevy Bel Air and 1999 Corvette
Last week, we reported that NASCAR racer Dale Earnhardt Jr. had taken to eBay to sell his 1955 Chevy Bel Air and 1999 Corvette, with a bonus meet-and-great and autograph from Junior himself promised to the winning bidders. Hunting Demons? Learn why Supernatural’s Chevy Impala is the perfect demon-hunting machine At the time (January 19th), […]
Buy Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s 1955 Chevy Bel Air on eBay
Want to meet NASCAR racer Dale Earnhardt Jr., but can’t get him to show up when you blow your Dale Call? Well, if you’ve got a spare 80 grand to spend, you could get an autograph and a meet-and-greet from number 88 himself. Dale Earnhardt Jr. is selling his own 1955 Chevy Bel Air on eBay, […]
Son Gives Father 1957 Chevy Bel Air on His 57th Birthday
When he was eight years old, one generous YouTuber told his father that he would get him a 1957 Chevy Bel Air on his dad’s 57th birthday. His father had always wanted a ’57 Bel Air, but he never had the means to purchase one. Little did his father think that his son would remember […]
Stolen 1957 Chevy Bel Air Finds Its Way Home
A lot can happen in 30 years. NBC could air The Office over three times (please do this); a baby could grow to become a doctor (with just a couple more years of residency left); American Idol could churn out three awesome stars and 27 nobodies; and a stolen 1957 Chevy Bel Air could enjoy […]
Photo Finish: 1957 Chevy Bel Air
The 1957 Chevy Bel Air is the one that comes to mind when you think 'classic car'.
This model is your typical vision of a ‘classic car’. It has all of the elements of design to place it right smack-dab in the middle of Pleasantville, USA. The 1957 Chevy Bel Air is the second generation of the iconic model. First debuting in 1950, the Bel Air was made to look like a […]
Rebel Mojave Sand Package Adds Unique Flair to Ram 1500
The Ram brand keeps rolling out special-edition versions of its trucks, with the newest addition being the Ram 1500 Rebel Mojave Sand, which is accompanied by the return of the popular Ignition Orange Sport package. The Rebel Mojave Sand package gets its name from the unique exterior paint job that comes on the truck. In […]
2014 Highlander Recall Issued to Repair Third Row Seat Belt Anchorage
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced a 2014 Toyota Highlander recall for models manufactured between November 20, 2013 and January 18, 2014. The 7,067 units involved may have an improperly installed third row middle seat belt that could result in a greater risk of injury during the crash. Related: The 2014 Highlander […]
As Tesla Stock Plummets, Toyota Chairman Says He Was Right on EVs
Akio Toyoda says that “people are waking up to reality”
Kia Reaches Two Podium Spots in 2021 Rebelle Rally
Earlier this month, Kia announced that there would be a pair of Sorento PHEVs in the Electrified Designation of the 2021 Rebelle Rally, competing in the X-Cross Class. The annual event recently ended and the teams driving the two Sorento PHEVs landed in two podium spots, taking home second and third place among 10 teams. […]
What is Car Repair Insurance?
What is Car Repair Insurance? Depending on the coverage you opt for, conventional car insurance may help you out if you’re in an accident, if your vehicle is stolen, or if it’s trashed by a natural disaster. However, if your car has a simple breakdown, most insurance won’t help you out with covering the cost […]
2022 Lincoln Navigator Black Label Adds Two New Themes
Lincoln is beefing up its Navigator for 2022 in a lot of key ways — including ActiveGlide hands-free driving. But some of the coolest upgrades come to the 2022 Lincoln Navigator Black Label, solidifying its place as the go-to full-size luxury SUV. Lincoln Looks Ahead: Will go all-in on all-electric lineup by 2030 The new […]
2021 Belgian Grand Prix Halted Under Rain, Half Points Awarded
Drivers criticize how the situation was handled
Race officials sent the drivers back out to do two laps behind the safety car, just enough to be able to technically call this disaster of an event an official championship grand prix
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Will Race in 2021 Rebelle Rally
Mitsubishi has announced that it will enter the new 2022 Outlander in the 2021 Rebelle Rally. The automaker will once again partner with military veterans charity Record the Journey for the event in October. Benefits of Buying a Used Outlander: Its top features How has Mitsubishi performed in past events? Mitsubishi and Record the Journey […]