Photo: Hyundai The all-new 2020 Hyundai Palisade just added to its enviable shelf of awards, taking home the first annual CarBuzz Family Fun Award for its affordability, spaciousness, and drivability. To win the award, Hyundai’s flagship SUV had to meet three criteria, which it did in impressive fashion. First, the winning vehicle must be fun…
The Vacation reboot stars Ed Helms and Christina Applegate It had to happen sometime. In a world riddled with crappy reboots of classic films and poor adaptations of perfectly engaging books, there was bound to be a time that filmmakers would decide to take up National Lampoon’s Vacation and give it a new spin. Luckily,…
Unless you consider “Are we there yet?” a beloved pastime and essential component of any extended car ride, chances are you want to keep your children occupied so they behave during road trips this holiday season. Unfortunately, many families these days are wasting valuable bonding time by resorting to digital devices instead of building memories with…
Cars Suites Disney World Scott Smith Taking the kids to Disney World is an ideal family vacation. Lucky for you, there is a high-octane place to stay that is perfect for the motor enthusiast. Just like in the 2006 Cars movie and its subsequent sequels, all roads at the Art of Animation Resort point to…
The brand’s flagship sedan continues to draw Nissan fans with its impressive three-punch combo of strong performance, luscious interior, and superb safety. Outfitted with the latest perks and protective technology, this model should provide a comfortable haven for commuting your children to and from sports practices as well as embarking on family vacations. The 2018 Nissan…
Once again, Orlando is the top tourist destination for Memorial Day Weekend Photo: Bill Dickinson Memorial Day Weekend is usually regarded as the official start to the summer season. Summer is the busiest time of the year for family vacations, and a good portion of those vacations take place over the course of the late-May…
The 2017 Buick Regal Car buyers looking for a good deal will want to pay close attention to a new study that ranks the 10 slowest-selling used vehicles. The study by iSeeCars.com spanned the first seven months of 2018 and found that late-model used cars leave the lot after an average of 46.4 days. However,…
Photo: Nissan The adventurous Nissan Pathfinder is new for the 2022 model year. It’s been 35 years since the Pathfinder first hit the road, and it was 2017 the last time it got a full makeover. Sure, it’s gotten a few special editions, but it’s due for a fresh new look. And for the latest…
Photo: Simon & Schuster Funny, breezy and packed with fascinating insights about American culture, Don’t Make Me Pull Over hits the highway for a whirlwind trip through a post-World War II era when the family road trip reigned supreme. In this book, Richard Ratay seamlessly integrates cultural history and humorous memories of his own family…
Toyota has launched a new ad campaign for the 2017 Toyota 86, the first version of the successor to the Scion FR-S in the United States. The car isn’t all that different from the Scion FR-S (it did receive a few significant updates, however), but dropping the Scion brand has allowed Toyota to approach the…
Photo: Matheus Bertelli | Pexels Last month we reported that the recreational vehicle market was set for rapid growth, and as it turns out one of the primary and perhaps unlikely markets driving that growth is millennials. According to the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association, a trade group based in Washington DC, the average age of…
Goofy Road Trip Movies: Rat Race Review Paramount/YouTube Rat Race (2001) has long been a favorite movie of mine for some inexplicable reason. I think it’s all the slimy underhandedness and just the right amount of Jon Lovitz that does it for me. I even own the dang thing on VHS, which currently sits in…
Fishing and boating are just a couple of the many adventures you can have in Miami, Florida. Miami, the city of sunshine, swimwear, and nightlife, is one of the world’s most popular vacation destinations. Offering something for everyone – from deep sea fishing to trendy nightlife and posh hotels to art festivals, food extravaganzas, and…
The 2015 Kia Sedona Kia Motors America announced today that the new 2015 Kia Sedona minivan has been awarded a 5-star overall safety rating by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The Sedona scored a perfect 5-star rating on the front-impact, side-impact, and pole crash tests. “NHTSA’s recent 5-star rating of the 2015 Sedona…
Photo: Pixabay When I’m winding down the weekend and getting ready for yet another Monday, I tune into “Bob’s Burgers” on Fox. It’s a show famous for a family that does a lot of things wrong, but one of its latest episodes was actually full of good tips about what to do (or not do)…
With a little forethought and strategy, it’s easy to plan a fall road trip while minimizing exposure to crowds Got wanderlust but want to steer clear of crowded vacation destinations this fall? Here are five isolated places to road trip to this autumn to help ensure that your travels are as healthy as they are…
Photo: Hyundai As Hyundai’s largest SUV, the 2021 Palisade boasts three rows with space for up to eight people. Thanks to a quiet ride, comfortable interior, and a suite of advanced technologies, the Palisade is well-suited for everyday family hauling, long road trips, and everything in between. It’s available at four trim levels: SE, SEL,…
In the world of automotive branding, there are boring logos…there are lazy text-based logos…there are run-of-the-mill logos…there are complex logos…and then there’s the Chevrolet bowtie. For a hundred years, this symbol of American automotive ingenuity has remained unparalleled in brand identity around the globe. Arguably, it’s the best out there. Everyone agrees that the iconic…
Although the experts at Motoring Research recently rounded up the 15 top family SUVs for summer road trips, they couldn’t resist including the 2020 Jeep Gladiator, an attention-getting pickup truck that’s all Jeep. Check Out: 2020 Jeep Gladiator earns spot on Wards 10 Best Interiors list “It combines the abilities of the Wrangler SUV with…
Traveling when you are sick is never a fun experience, but sometimes it is unavoidable. For example, you might catch the flu on the last day of a vacation, you might eat something bad while traveling, or you may have a chronic illness or disorder such as Crohn’s Disease (like I do) or Irritable Bowel…
Cars Land tips for the perfect day trip, from Rain Blanken, auto enthusiast and Disney Vacation Expert. Racing fans… it’s time to start your engines and head on down to beautiful downtown Radiator Springs. Here, Disney’s Cars characters are brought to life with thrills, food and, of course, shopping. But before you hit the road, use our…
While many people decide to fly into the Orlando airport to visit Walt Disney World in Florida, some families choose to drive. Doing so has plenty of perks, from having the freedom to leave the Disney bubble to get fresh groceries to being able to bring much more for your trip than an airline would…
As if buying a car weren’t overwhelming enough, before you can drive… What is Car Repair Insurance? Depending on the coverage you opt for,… The pilot program, currently available only in select U.S. markets, allows Volvo Truck and Mack Truck customers to directly connect to insurance companies in real time… You might be familiar with…
If you’re looking to go camping in the winter: go south. You probably didn’t need a study to tell you that.… Dubbed “Stella Vita,” this recreational vehicle was created by 22 students at the Eindhoven University of Technology.… RVs are complicated machines.… On the surface, the Snow Cruiser seemed ready to take on anything.… New…
Fall in Detroit will open up the possibility of an outdoor layout for 2021 NAIAS If you’ve never been to Michigan in the fall, you’ll soon have another reason to start planning an autumn road trip to this beautiful state. Starting in 2021, the Detroit Auto Show will be held every fall. Ready for Fall:…
The Bluth family’s stair car from Arrested Development gets outfitted for a ride on Fury Road Photo: Scott Park Scott Park is a visual artist who specializes in creating unique illustrations of classic movie and television cars, such as the “88 Miles Per Hour” poster he made last year, which featured 88 vehicles that appeared…
The 2025 INFINITI QX60 is a seven-seat upscale SUV. For the latest… The all-new 2022 Infiniti QX60 is headed to the Great White North.… The Infiniti QX60 is all-new for the 2022 model year. The latest… When it comes to revealing new models, Infiniti really likes to tap… The pandemic was rough on luxury automakers,…
Adventure-seekers have another way to push their expectations, fears, and vehicles to… If you’re looking to go camping in the winter: go south. You probably didn’t need a study to tell you that.… Summer may be winding down, but don’t despair. The change in season… New RVs are really expensive — and yet, a lot…
Bourbon Street New Orleans, Louisiana, is famous for its delicious Cajun food, unique architecture, music scene, and colorful festivals. No matter where you’re driving from, the Big Easy is worth the trip. The city is beautiful year-round, but be careful around hurricane season. As we are all painfully aware, New Orleans can sometimes find itself…
A road trip is a chance to throw caution to the wind (in theory, of course) and embrace the open road. It’s synonymous with fun, freedom, and sometimes really horrible foods. Road snacks are often salty, fatty, and greasy. But, you can take a road trip without sabotaging your diet or derailing your healthy lifestyle….
Photo: Lance Anderson via CC Whether you’re camping overnight in the local countryside or traveling thousands of miles to your destination, choosing the right RV campsite is key to having a good vacation. But if you’re not sure what factors to consider when choosing a campsite, you’ve come to the right place to get started….
One of the best ways to get excited about the automotive industry is seeing the state-of-the-art technology in action. Across the United States, behind-the-scenes tours are offered by many of the world’s leading automakers. Next time you’re looking for a unique, memorable destination for vacation, consider one of these must-see automotive factory tours. Keep the following…
You can say many things about Nissan, but one thing we can all agree on is its awesome concept cars. One of its latest was unveiled at Overland Expo WEST, an event all about going off the beaten path to find adventure on the land. Called the Nissan Armada Mountain Patrol, the SUV is loaded…
It was incredibly hot at the Cancun, Mexico airport, as the mid-day sun turned every paved area into a skillet and tested the resolve of every air conditioning unit. Red-faced tourists stood in a long line up to a shoulder-high counter, behind which stood a team of blank-faced employees methodically working their ways through both…
Photo by: Dom497 If your family is looking for a touch of magic, look no further than Disney World. Located in Orlando, Florida, this amusement park is considered one of the most visited attractions in the world, with over 52.5 million people enjoying its sights annually. Disney World stretches over 42,000 acres, with 24 themed…
Big Bend National Park in Texas Photo: Yinan Chen Big Bend National Park sprawls over 801,163 acres in southwest Texas. The park comprises the Chisos mountain range, Chihuahuan Desert, and Rio Grande. Due to its remote location, this park has the benefit of being less crowded than other national parks. It’s also one of the…
Ever since the opening of Disneyland in 1955, Disney has been no… Earlier this year, The News Wheel wrote about Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway… If you wanted to learn how to be a high-speed racer, who… During the past few weeks, Kings Island, an amusement park located right… With each passing year, the Universal Orlando…
Photo: Emily Flores via CC Hey neighbors, I think that we need to talk. It’s about what my family has started calling the “Michigan Dive.” According to my dad, who coined the term after driving buses to Detroit and Ann Arbor and back, this, in its purest form, happens when you are coming up on…
San Diego Zoo Safari Park Photo: Jim1138 Not everyone can afford to head to Kenya for a beautiful safari ride. However, Americans are lucky to have some great safaris located in the U.S. Here are some of the best safaris to check out on your next road trip. A Family-Friendly Vacation: San Diego activities kids…
A map for the road Photo: Francesco Paggiaro If you and your college friends are intent are going on a vacation this spring break, consider planning an epic road trip. Each of these road trips is great for college students, providing you with incredible sights and giving you the opportunity to make memories with your…
When I was growing up, my family never flew on airplanes when we went on vacation. Instead, we drove to all of our vacations, spending many weekends in the car driving through adjacent states. To make our drives more interesting (and to discourage us from burying our faces in our Game Boys), our parents bought us Rubberneckers….
Are you planning to hit the road this summer with your dog?… This article contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, The News Wheel… This article contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, The News Wheel… Hitting the road to get away from it all can be a… Are you going somewhere this summer? According…
Photo: Adavyd via CC Now that COVID-19 vaccinations have become more widely available in the U.S., road trips and extended vacations are in order. If you’re planning on going with the ground route, there are a few practical ways to stay safe and informed this summer while you’re cruising the highways of America. Clean Before…
Photo: MemoryCatcher via Pixabay New data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2020 Economic Census shows that for every 10,000 residents, Maine generates more than $600,000 in annual sales at RV parks and campgrounds, making it the top state for RV revenue per capita. We suppose it’s not surprising to see a state that bills itself…
According to the Federal Highway Administration, Americans drove about 55 percent more miles in April 2021 than they did during the same month last year. This increase suggests that many drivers feel comfortable taking road trips again and that many have returned to the office. Choosing the Perfect Road Trip Destination: The best vacation spots…
It’s enough to make someone exclaim “Hot Dog!” Plenty of automakers have a minivan in their model lineup. But how many can claim to have a “Minnie” van? Honda now can. After all, the Japanese automaker unveiled its Disney-themed “Minnie Van” at the D23 Expo. A Choice the Whole Family Will Enjoy: Honda Odyssey Updates More…
Get ready to see a lot more headlights and taillights this holiday season If you’re currently making plans to hit the road for the holidays, you’re certainly not alone. A new study from AAA shows just how congested popular travel routes will be as the Christmas holiday approaches. According to that study, approximately one-third of…
Certain travel dates correspond to cheaper rental car fees Photo: Marijana via Pixabay Planning a road trip to a new destination you have yet to see here in the States? Here’s a brief overview of when you’ll find the cheapest car rental rates, as well as some other strategies to save some cash on your…
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