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 Zachary Berry

Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy Opens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on March 31

Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy Opens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on March 31

This new interactive show starring the "Cars" cast will bring guests face-to-grille with Lightning McQueen

If you wanted to learn how to be a high-speed racer, who would be the best candidate for your teacher? Dale Earnhardt Jr.? Danica Patrick? What about Lightning McQueen? That’s the premise of a new attraction coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, entitled Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy. Getting Around in Orlando: Top travel tips for Orlando vacationers […]

 Zachary Berry

New Short Film Turns the Stig Into a LEGO Car to Race Lightning McQueen

New Short Film Turns the Stig Into a LEGO Car to Race Lightning McQueen

The stars of Disney/Pixar's "Cars" meet Top Gear's resident test driver during this animated adventure

The Stig is undeniably the world’s most famous test driver. With his iconic white racing suit and helmet concealing his enigmatic identity, the Stig has a recognizable look that is easily translated across several different mediums. Still, Top Gear fans may have never expected the Stig to be transformed into a LEGO car. Nevertheless, that’s exactly […]

 Zachary Berry

Lightning McQueen and Friends Celebrate “Haul-O-Ween” at Disneyland Resort

Lightning McQueen and Friends Celebrate “Haul-O-Ween” at Disneyland Resort

From September 15 to October 31, Cars Land at Disney's California Adventure will receive a spooky and spirited makeover

Halloween may still be a month and a half away. However, a certain set of four-wheeled friends at the Disneyland Resort are already getting into the spooky spirit. Starting today through Halloween, the Cars Land area at Disney’s California Adventure theme park is celebrating Haul-O-Ween. The Stars of Cars: Kerry Washington, Nathan Fillion, and Lea DeLaria […]

 Zachary Berry

[VIDEO] Lightning McQueen Faces “Mid-Size Crisis” in New ‘Cars 3’ Trailer

[VIDEO] Lightning McQueen Faces “Mid-Size Crisis” in New ‘Cars 3’ Trailer

The latest trailer released for Cars 3 reveals more about the mature narrative and tone surrounding the third film in the franchise

In a movie industry that has become saturated with animated features, one name that has continued to shine through year after year is Pixar. With classics like Toy Story and Finding Nemo under the company’s belt, it can be difficult for some of the studio’s more mediocre movies to meet such a high standard. That […]

 Richard Bazzy

Memphis Dad Turns Mustang into Lightning McQueen

Memphis Dad Turns Mustang into Lightning McQueen

We’re a little less than three months away from the end of 2015, which means it’s probably just a matter of time before we start seeing end-of-year “best of” lists. While being a dedicated and loving parent is reward enough in and of itself, and though it’s hard to quantify a parent’s love, it’s not […]

 Aaron Widmar

Best Ideas for Car-Themed Halloween Costumes

Best Ideas for Car-Themed Halloween Costumes

Automotive costumes for gearheads young and old

Picking a clever Halloween costume that will impress your friends without costing you an arm and a leg (unless that’s the look you’re going for) can be a challenge. And going to the costume store to buy an outfit limits you to whatever blockbuster movie and pop culture references are trending. Whatever happened to clever costumes for […]

 Catherine Hiles

Items to Keep in Your Car for Life on the Go

Items to Keep in Your Car for Life on the Go

Whether you have a daily commute, spend time ferrying your kids between activities, or go on a lot of road trips, chances are you spend a decent amount of time behind the wheel. In fact, a study by Geico published by Fatherly claims that Americans spend an average of one hour behind the wheel each […]

 Catherine Hiles

Which Car Headlights Work Best?

Which Car Headlights Work Best?

Unless you’re Lightning McQueen, car headlights are a necessity. Even if you don’t drive in the dark much, your headlights can help increase your visibility during inclement weather like rain, snow, or fog. There are several different types of car headlights on the market today, each with a list of pros and cons. But which […]

 Caleb Cook

Vehicular Viewing: New on Streaming for January 2020

Vehicular Viewing: New on Streaming for January 2020

From musicals and comedies to Oscar winners and animated shorts, you’ll find plenty of promising vehicle-centric movies and TV shows new on streaming for January 2020. Here are a few of the highlights coming next month to platforms like Netflix, Hulu, Disney Plus, and HBO Now. Stay Safe and Connected: Learn about the benefits of […]

 Caleb Cook

The Best Disney Plus Movies for Auto Enthusiasts

The Best Disney Plus Movies for Auto Enthusiasts

The newest heavy hitter in the world of streaming services, Disney Plus boasts a treasure trove of groundbreaking animated films, childhood classics, and — eventually — all of the Marvel and Star Wars movies. Lovers of cars (and, uh, Cars) will find plenty to enjoy on Disney Plus, and I’ve sifted through all the service’s […]

 The News Wheel

6 Car Museums in Tennessee

6 Car Museums in Tennessee

Tennessee is home to country music, Jack Daniels, and beautiful Appalachian landscape. The Volunteer State is also home to several unique car museums, including the following six. Hollywood Star Cars Museum Known for its myriad tourist attractions and its access to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg is also home to the Hollywood Star […]

 Zachary Berry

Mobile DJ “Cars” Character Makes His Way to Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Mobile DJ “Cars” Character Makes His Way to Disney’s Hollywood Studios

DJ, a interactive party vehicle, will make his debut at the park alongside its latest attraction, Lightning McQueen's Racing Academy

Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy, a brand-new interactive show starring the cast from Pixar’s Cars films, is set to open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at the end of this month. However, that won’t be the only Cars-based attraction coming to the theme park. Disney is also sending the DJ character to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. How to […]

 The News Wheel

What Famous Cars Are in That Walmart Commercial?

What Famous Cars Are in That Walmart Commercial?

How many of the movie and TV cars did you recognize?

It’s the most wonderful time of the year … film awards season! The Golden Globe awards kicked it off last weekend and, in a couple of months, the road will have led us to the prestigious Academy Awards. In the meantime, film nerds everywhere are indulging in their love of cinema by reflecting on their […]

 Aaron Widmar

Comics About Cars: 15 Automotive-Themed Comic Books & Graphic Novels

Comics About Cars: 15 Automotive-Themed Comic Books & Graphic Novels

While the majority of casual comic book readers think that the format is limited to just superheroes and pulp fantasy, gearheads know that plenty of titles have been published over the years that depict high-octane thrills in comic book panels. Here’s a list of the 15 most prominent comic books and graphic novels to involve car culture […]

 Zachary Berry

What Kind of Cars are the Cars from “Cars”?

What Kind of Cars are the Cars from “Cars”?

Answering the automotive enigma of what makes and models the characters that make up the "Cars" franchise are based on

Earlier this year, Disney and Pixar released the final entry in the Cars trilogy, the aptly-named Cars 3. While the Cars franchise of films has not always been seen as the most critically-acclaimed project in Pixar’s impressive portfolio, it has resulted in a new generation of young automotive enthusiasts. One of the most effective ways that Cars […]

 The News Wheel

Top 7 U.S. Vacation Destinations for Car Geeks

Top 7 U.S. Vacation Destinations for Car Geeks

Planning a vacation? Why not feed your inner car geek at the same time? Whether you prefer cutting-edge Corvettes or classic Cadillacs, these seven museums definitely have something to satisfy every car aficionado. Even Cars Need TLC: Know when to service your car [wptab name=”#7″] 7. National Corvette Museum (Bowling Green, KY) Kentucky is not […]

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Buicks on the Big Screen: 5 Films Featuring the Luxury Brand

Buicks on the Big Screen: 5 Films Featuring the Luxury Brand

Hollywood seems to love Buicks, as evidenced by vehicles from the luxury car brand showing up in films of almost every genre imaginable. From horror flicks to animated Disney movies, Buicks definitely make a name for themselves on screen. Here are just a few of the more memorable on-screen appearances made by Buicks over the […]

 The News Wheel

Top 10 Car Movies Ever: A Definitive List for Every Film-Watching Gearhead

Top 10 Car Movies Ever: A Definitive List for Every Film-Watching Gearhead

It’s hard to believe that, over the past century, automobiles have evolved from newfangled contraptions into an inseverable aspect of our daily lives. The concurrent advancement of motion pictures led to the visual chronicling of humanity’s love affair with automobiles through numerous films that depict cars (and our relationship with them) in insightful ways. While everyone has their favorite […]

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