Infographic: Differences Between F1 Racecars and Standard Cars

The 2016 Formula One season officially begins on March 20th when F1 drivers are scheduled to navigate their racecars around Albert Park for the Australian Grand Prix. The Mercedes teams, in particularly Lewis Hamilton, dominated last season, as Hamilton easily won his third Formula One World Championship. Besides driving for Mercedes, Hamilton also owns an…

Exclusive: The Cars and Drivers of 'Death Race 2050'

Death Race 2050, the reboot of Roger Corman’s cult classic Death Race 2000, hits Blu-ray and VOD this Tuesday. Starring Malcom McDowell (A Clockwork Orange), Manu Bennett (Arrow), Marci Miller (Days of Our Lives), and Yancy Butler (Witchblade), Death Race 2050 modernizes the original’s premise of a dystopian future where the highest form of entertainment…

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Musicars: Ragtime

Just as cars are essential to our real lives, they are important for fictional characters as well. Whether they are symbols or simply a setting for a scene, these vehicles act as plot devices that drive musicals forward. In this series, we’ll take a look at some live and movie musicals where cars steer the…

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

Somehow, the Stig is even more mysterious as a LEGO car Photo:Top Gear/Disney/LEGO 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…

Cruisin’ the Strip in American Graffiti Cars

Harrison Ford as Bob Falfa in American Graffiti Photo: Universal Pictures As soon as you finish watching American Graffiti, there is a lingering question….who is the blonde in the white T-bird?  Sadly, the question is never answered, and that leaves this viewer a little disappointed. But, at least we can rest easier knowing it is the…

Elvis Presley cars Archives

The Fast & Furious film franchise is filled with iconic automobiles. Still, none…     Next to his music, Elvis Presley was also known for… Elvis’ 1955 pink Cadillac Fleetwood 60 recently took a 4,400-mile trip from… August 16 marks the 37th anniversary of the all-too-soon demise of “the…

Team Chevy Driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. to Retire his Favorite Racecar ‘Amelia’

Fan favorite Dale Earnhardt Jr. has yet to win a Sprint Cup race in 2016 Photo: © Parker Anderson Just as outstanding basketball players sometimes have their numbers retired with the promise the team for which they played will never let another athlete wear those digits, from time to time racecar drivers do the same type…

Steven Tyler and Dale Earnhardt Jr. Help Sell Cars for Charity at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction

Is everyone taking pictures of Steven Tyler or the car? At an event like the 46th Annual Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction, you might expect to see a large crowd of classic car enthusiasts. However, you might be surprised to hear that the classic car auction attracts numerous celebrities as well. Everyone from Michael Phelps to Justin Bieber…

movie cars Archives

As the debate rages regarding the future of physical media, my mind… Love all things automotive? Check out these car-related movies and television shows… Each month, Vehicular Viewing rounds up the most notable streaming titles for… “Synecdoche, New York” isn’t just a reflection of the human experience; it also features a few Chevrolet vehicles you…

Sauber and Renault Unveil 2018 Formula 1 Cars

The Sauber and Renault Formula One teams have unveiled their 2018 season challengers, the C37 and the RS-18, respectively. Both teams will have high hopes for the upcoming championship. Sauber, firmly the last-place team in 2017, reintroduced Alfa Romeo to the sport via a new title sponsorship. It hired a new, promising driver and will…

Vintage cars Archives

The Godfather is an undeniable masterpiece, but it’s also jam-packed with stunning vintage cars that enhance each and every frame they grace.… In a previous “weird old car shorts” review for The News Wheel,… The News Wheel has been undertaking a series of “weird old car… In The News Wheel’s ongoing series of “weird old…

Consumer Reports Ranking of Most Reliable Used Cars Is Exactly What You’d Expect

Photo: Toyota Using data from its annual auto surveys, Consumer Reports put out its first-ever ranking of the most reliable used cars, and the result is exactly what you’d expect: Toyota at the top, American brands at the bottom. Sometimes, science simply tells us what we already know. CR focused on a sample of about…

Premium Fuel Recommended for Most New Cars

Photo: The News Wheel Common car advice says premium gasoline is only beneficial when recommended by the manufacturer. For vehicles that don’t recommend high-octane gas, the tiny boost in power and fuel economy isn’t enough to offset the increase in price, and using the more expensive fuel won’t improve reliability. But over time, more vehicles…

History of McDonald's Hot Wheels Happy Meal Toy Cars

McDonald’s Happy Meals Hot Wheels Toys from 1993 series release Photo: The News Wheel Countless children first became interested in automotive culture and mechanical engineering through toys. And for many kids in the 1980s and ‘90s, their first introduction to vehicles’ appeal was the Hot Wheels cars in McDonald’s Happy Meals. These miniature models have…

Cadillac Compares Its Super Cruise System to Famous Cars of the Future During Oscars Ad

Hopefully, Cadillac’s vision of the future is a little less dystopian than the one featured in Blade Runner The Cadillac commercial that generated the most buzz during the 90th Academy Awards on Sunday gave audience members some brief glimpses at the upcoming Cadillac XT4 crossover. Of course, it wasn’t the only ad that Cadillac aired…

cartoon cars Archives

Everyone had their favorite cartoon in the 1980s that they collected all… Computer-generated animation wasn’t always the dazzling art form it is today. It… Television shows made to sell toys is commonplace now. Having survived the… What if you turned a classic racing video game into an animated… Hanna-Barbera has produced many timeless cartoons over…

5 Most Astounding Concept Cars in Hyundai History

Despite being a relatively young automaker, Hyundai has produced nearly 50 concept cars in its short history. Always one to shake things up with some unusual designs, Hyundai’s lineup carries much of the flair that its non-production concept cars are known for. While you may think that some Hyundai concepts like last year’s bizarre Santa Cruz…

Musicars: Grease

Flying Greased Lightning : Z1DO4U Just as cars are essential to our real lives, they are important for fictional characters as well. Whether they are symbols or simply a setting for a scene, these vehicles act as plot devices that drive musicals forward. In this series, we’ll take a look at some live and movie…

CarTech Releases New 'Muscle Cars In Detail' Books Spotlighting Chevelle, Mustang, and 'Cuda

There’s a reason that muscle cars remain a venerated part of automotive history. A truly American creation that defined the culture of baby boomers in the ’60s and ’70s, muscle cars were an automotive legacy that deserves to be preserved. As an archivist of automotive history, publisher CarTech is releasing a new series of books that…

Sports cars Archives

With a starting price of $35,900, the GR Corolla is a strong competitor to cars like the Subaru WRX STI, Honda Civic Type R, and Volkswagen Golf R… The Chevy Corvette offers a range of power and a style that… Sports cars may seem like an expensive and impractical pick for most… The Bend is…

Stop Whatever You're Doing and Make Plans to See the GM Heritage Center's Dazzling Collection of Classic Cars

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…

The 5 Creepiest Haunted Cars

2Spooky4Wheels Photo: RetroTrailerspot Earlier this week, the world was introduced to the new Ecto-1, the vehicle of choice for the Ghostbusters. Whether in the classic 1959 Cadillac or the new vehicle straight out of the 1980s, the ghostbusting crew use the car to track down poltergeists and ghouls. What would be really interesting to see…

Take a Spin on Disney California's New 'Cars' Ride: Luigi’s Rollickin’ Roadsters

It’s time to go for a ride on Luigi’s Rollickin’ Roadsters! Photo: Disneyland One of the elements of Disney Parks that make then so memorable–whether in Florida, California, or abroad–is not just the dressed up characters but the uniquely-inspired rides. That’s where the magic comes alive and becomes truly immersive. A new ride opens March 7th…

Book Review: “How to Build Brick Cars” by Peter Blackert

The LEGO® Company has released many official replicas of popular vehicles, like the MINI Cooper and VW Beetle. For every one of these collector’s sets that gets released, however, there are a dozen other models that likely won’t ever make it to shelves. That’s why the LEGO Ideas forums are filled with gearheads’ interpretations of their favorite…

Igniting My Infatuation: 7 Most Romantic Cars Ever Built

Most automobiles are simply built for utility and convenience; cookie cutter designs take precedence over panache. There are a handful of models, though, that embrace their charisma and exude an attractiveness that appears in our wildest dreams. While romance is a subjective concept, some vehicles are simply more debonair than others. We at The News…