It’s a shame the defunct Pontiac brand didn’t make it out of the Great Recession. After developing a hundred-year legacy of stylish, affordable vehicles, the automaker’s doors were closed by General Motors in 2010. Even though no new Pontiac models are arriving at dealerships anymore, the “zombie” brand still lives on in its recognizable, pointed…
My 2004 Pontiac Aztek has a knack for stealing my key. Let’s face it. For many of us, taking our well aged vehicles to the mechanic as much as visiting the doctor: avoid it at all cost for risk of finding out something else is wrong. This principle is tried and true, right? If you…
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Shook’s daughter recently visited authorities to talk about her father’s disappearance Photo: NewsFlow Video via YouTube When Pamela Shook Kolbe’s father, Amos Shook, mysteriously went missing back in 1972, she swore that he would never have left them voluntarily. Now, 43 years later, she finally has some closure over her father’s departure, as his remains…
The year 2016 was an awful one in many ways, but it was fairly notable when it comes to celebrities and their exotic cars. From rap legend Snoop Dogg honoring retired NBA player Kobe Bryant with a custom 1967 Pontiac Parisienne, to NFL quarterback Cam Newton adding gold-plating to his 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Cutlass, this…
Hoff Hair not included Photo: Google Play Every child of the 1980s deep down wishes they could share snarky dialogue with their car just like Michael Knight and KITT did in the show Knight Rider. Most of them have probably found themselves talking to their car absentmindedly at one point. Thanks to the folks at…
Without a traditional house to call home, the Winchester brothers have been living on the road for most of their lives on the hit show Supernatural. They’ve spent their lives cruisin’ down two-lane blacktop in their beautiful 1967 Chevrolet Impala, hunting things that go bump in the night. The car has become more of a home…
2009 GMC Acadia Photo: GMC When the GMC Acadia was first introduced to the auto industry in 2006, it replaced three large vehicles in the GM lineup. Today, the Acadia remains a staple in the GMC brand as the go-to crossover SUV for GMC-lovers everywhere. Money Tips: How to get the most out of your…
It’s time for another installment of Vehicular Viewing. In this monthly feature, I round up notable car-centric films and TV shows that are new to Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu. Whether you love to geek out over movie vehicles or you just enjoy a good car chase or road-trip flick, you’ve come to the right place….
President Joe Biden will get a peek at the all-new Ford F-150 Lightning prior to its May 19 reveal You’ve only got about eight days and some hours to wait before you can feast your eyes on the all-new, all-electric Ford F-150 Lightning. But we now know that one somewhat important person will probably get…
My family and our tan Ford Taurus station wagon Photo: The News Wheel I grew up riding in the backseat of a Ford Taurus station wagon — and I mean the rearward-facing backseat where we made faces at other drivers! That seems like ages ago, as station wagons have disappeared from America’s roads quite suddenly….
Photo: Chevrolet The Chevrolet Equinox was created by GM to capitalize on America’s obsession with crossover SUVs and, despite arriving at a time of economic turmoil in the automotive industry, the sporty mid-size crossover has experienced exponential success. Consumers have been receptive to its sleek styling as well as its ideal combination of performance and…
Welcome again to Vehicular Viewing, a monthly feature where I round up the major streaming platforms’ best movies and TV shows for car lovers. Among the titles new on streaming for March 2020, you’ll find a heavy emphasis on the past — and an array of classic rides from around the world. Buying a Used…
Even folks who detest soccer but have any kind of relevant social… In today’s Argentina vs. Switzerland World Cup match, we’ll see the two… Today we get to watch the exciting Costa Rica vs. Greece World… In the second match of the day, and the fourth match in… Today marks the final day of preliminary…
The more closely you examine your life, the more you’ll realize how integral the cars you drove were to it. Your driver’s test, your first date, leaving your wedding, bringing your firstborn home from the hospital, and restarting the cycle with your teenager — it all involved cars. I had the opportunity to reminisce with…
The Kardashians are known for sporting a well-rounded car collection, from classic muscle cars to powerful sports vehicles; Scott Disick even owns a Jeep Wrangler. We decided to take a look at the youngest Kardashian daughter, Khloe, and choose our five favorite vehicles featured on her Instagram. 5 Coolest Cars from Khloe Kardashian’s Instagram [wptab name=”Porsche…
Today, the World Cup pits Germany vs. Ghana, and we’ll be doing the same in our own challenge, the World Cup of Cars. But rather than playing the match with soccer players, the competing countries will be battling it out with their most popular models. Who will come out victorious? Let’s see! Representing Germany is…
The Firebird III gas turbine concept car is one of the many historic vehicles on display at the GM Heritage Center Photo: Tino Rossini With its rotating display of fascinating vintage vehicles, the General Motors Heritage Center is a treasure trove for GM car fans and auto history buffs. There’s just one catch: This private…
2019 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Octane Edition Photo: Dodge For the fifth year in a row, MotorTrend Group’s Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge is returning to Pontiac, Michigan. From August 9 to 10, expect exciting activities, including drag racing and thrill rides. Check This Out: How to take care of your new car Roadkill Nights…
What do the Transformers transform into? Photo: Hasbro No series quite captures the nostalgia of the 1980s like the Transformers. A tale of good vs. evil, the ongoing battles between these robots has captured the imagination of both children and adults for generations. One aspect that helps the Transformers remain so timeless is their ability to…
The News Wheel Automotive News Staff Here at The News Wheel, our editing staff is a close-knit bunch. We spend our days bringing you the latest car news, attending car shows, and laughing about some of the ridiculous stories we see online. But this time, we’ve decided to bring you a story a bit closer to…
Check out that beige and brown 1985 Chevy Celebrity Photo: Greg Gjerdingen via CC During my time as an automotive journalist, I’ve come across so many strange vehicle names that I’ve started to lose track. But more recently, I came across quite a unique model: the Chevrolet Celebrity. It was created in 1981 and, unlike…
What is a pony car, and what does it have to do with the Ford Mustang? There are certain terms in the automotive industry that get thrown around a lot by people who don’t always know what they necessarily mean. While many of these terms involve the mechanics of the vehicle–like torque and horsepower–some of…
You may be able to find a Citation in the wild if you look hard enough Photo: Vetatur Fumare via CC I’ve recently been on the lookout for creative, entertaining, or downright oddly named vehicles of the 1980s to write about. During my research, I encountered the Chevrolet Citation, which — as an English major…
Even folks who detest soccer but have any kind of relevant social… In today’s Argentina vs. Switzerland World Cup match, we’ll see the two… Today we get to watch the exciting Costa Rica vs. Greece World… Before you catch the Bosnia and Herzegovina vs. Iran World Cup match… Later today the world will turn its…
Even folks who detest soccer but have any kind of relevant social… In today’s Argentina vs. Switzerland World Cup match, we’ll see the two… Today we get to watch the exciting Costa Rica vs. Greece World… The Round of 16 gets underway today with Chile vs. Brazil. For… Today marks the final day of preliminary…
A number of GM recalls and stop-sales materialized over the weekend, to no one’s surprise. I’ll save you the time of having to endure my now trite cynicism of The General, and just go ahead and tell you why your cars might kill you this time around: General Motors recalled 117,000 various vehicles in North…
Seinfeld’s Mazda Cosmo loses a hubcap while he’s driving with Margaret Cho Jerry Seinfeld appeared to have peaked (both in terms of interview subject and vehicle) when he managed to get President Barack Obama to drive a Corvette Stingray on his Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee web series, but he’s not finished yet. Seinfeld and…
Being that today is Halloween, you’re probably expecting to see a lot of zombie-themed cars and trucks out on the road or at trunk-or-treat events. Perhaps you’ll even decorate your vehicle to be an undead defense unit. But October 31st isn’t the only day in the year when you’re going to be surrounded by zombies….
The legendary Jeep Wrangler first made its debut in 1986 and ever since then it’s been the symbol of Jeep’s “Go Anywhere. Do Anything” attitude and spirit. The Wrangler was originally designed as the replacement for the CJ Series and has evolved into one of the most recognizable vehicles on the road today. Now in…
Pictured: 1970 Lotus Europa Photo: The News Wheel You’ve saved up money and done your research. You’re finally ready to buy that vintage car you’ve always dreamed of owning. Just because you’re ready to make ownership a reality, though, doesn’t mean you should buy the first Pontiac GTO you come across. Like any used car,…
Photo: Hammer51012 via CC The GMC Terrain SUV was introduced to the market right before General Motors decided to discontinue the Pontiac brand in 2010. Since its introduction, the Terrain has received solid sales numbers, making it a consistent contender in the competitive crossover segment. Award Winner: 2021 Terrain named one of the best cars…
Welcome to In the Rearview, where I (sometimes belatedly) bring you some of the top automotive news of the past week. This time, we open by talking about emissions rules–while automakers have been begging the new administration to relax or delay EPA emissions regulations, consumer advocate groups have been asking for the exact opposite, arguing…
The 2014 Chevy Silverado is one of the latest models to be recalled by GM in March. To General Motors, vehicle recalls for safety-related issues may well be the equivalent of Pringles: “Once you pop, you can’t stop.” Except in this case, their reward is not the salty goodness of potato chips, but rather the…
Happy Earth Day, everyone! For one day, we are asked to spare a thought for our dear old Mother Earth, and what better way than to recognize those technologies which have been developed to increase fuel efficiency, lowering oil usage and emissions at the same time? Below are just a handful of the fascinating systems…
Hello, and welcome once more to In the Rearview, where I get all snarky about some of the top news stories on The News Wheel from the past week. This week, we start with a look way back over all of 2016 to remember the vehicles which were dumped from their lineups this year, with favorites…
GM is checking out of the hotel business Generally, General Motors is in the business of selling cars. However, every now and then, the automaker branches out with an attempt to sell a different kind of product. Currently, GM is looking to sell a hotel. Indeed, GM is currently on the hunt for a buyer…
The wheel in the sky keeps on turning For centuries, humanity has looked to the stars for the answers of our universe. While we can send technology out into space itself to find those answers in the modern world, our ancestors had to settle with mapping the movements of far-off stars and heavenly bodies. The legacy of…
Monster trucks are titans in the motorsport world these days, but how did they originate? For the past few decades, monster trucks have been entertaining the masses, crushing other vehicles, and taking dirt jumps to the extreme. These gargantuan vehicles have become known for their over-sized tires, customized bodies, and freestyle tricks—but monster trucks weren’t always what they are…
A middle-aged woman named Karen stands on stage with Drew Carey, the two of them sporting matching black horn-rimmed glasses. Lest one lose track of who’s who, Karen distinguishes herself by wearing a green tee shirt that reads, “By Way of Chicago Through Las Vegas, We Had Our Pets Spayed And Neutered.” I turn to…
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Buick has been a mainstay in the American automotive industry since it built its first car back in 1902. Over the years, Buick has produced numerous nameplates, some of which were successful and some of which were more of a flop. The Buick Skylark, which made its debut in 1953, falls into the former category….
The Criterion Channel streaming service — along with its parent company, the Criterion Collection — is beloved by cinephiles for its massive lineup of all-time classic films, contemporary indie flicks, and fascinating obscurities. And despite its elevated arthouse reputation, this channel is also a go-to for cult classics and delightfully trashy low-budget fare. What if…
Photo: Toyota After months of teasing the all-new truck, Toyota has finally confirmed the 2022 Tundra will be fully unveiled on Sunday, Sept. 19, at 9 p.m. EDT. That will no doubt kick off a veritable avalanche of press events and other opportunities for Toyota to show off what it calls “the most talked-about, new…
Comedian Kevin Hart has starred in a number of successful movies in the past few years and his bank account has grown considerably as a result. In 2015, Forbes estimated that the 5-foot 4-inch actor pulled in $28.5 million, which was largely due to high-grossing films like The Wedding Ringer and Get Hard. So what’s…
Back in January of this year, General Motors created a pilot internship for experienced female engineers who were looking to return to the workforce after an absence of two or more years, called “Take 2.” Today the automaker announced that it will be expanding the popular 12-week career re-entry internship this fall, beginning paid internships…
Welcome to our series, the World Cup of Cars. In this series of articles, we take a look at some of the most popular vehicles from each country competing in the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, and pit them against each other to see who will be the ultimate winner. We’ll be updating daily, so…
2020 Chevrolet Equinox First introduced as a mid-size SUV in 2004 for the 2005 model year, the Chevy Equinox is now the bowtie brand’s compact crossover SUV option. The Equinox made its debut at the Detroit Auto Show and was made as a Pontiac vehicle at the same time — the Torrent. However, over the…
Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Photo: General Motors In January, Dane Parker reported to his new position at General Motors — chief sustainability officer — the first ever in the automaker’s history. Previously, Parker’s job title was vice president of sustainable workplaces at GM. In his new position, Parker will help GM become one of the most sustainable…
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