The 2022 Ford Maverick’s under-seat storage bin has been called a “sweat box” — in a good way! Photo: Ford Picture this scenario: Emboldened by the long-awaited return of CM Punk to professional wrestling, you decide that you too are ready to return to the squared circle. So you break out your old gear —…
Photo: The News Wheel When it comes to the most esteemed motorsports board games, Rallyman is near the top of the list. Unfortunately, not many people have gotten to play the game because its original 2009 release immediately sold out, and it’s been hard to obtain ever since. The result was an ongoing demand for…
Bucky Lasek will represent Subaru Rally Team USA at the Sno*Drift Rally at the end of this month Subaru Rally Team USA announced yesterday that driver Bucky Lasek will be taking the helm at the Sno*Drift Rally on January 28th and 29th. This marks his stage rally debut and an important one at that, as…
Of the dozens upon dozens of motorsports board games that have graced gamers’ tables over the years, few have earned the acclaim that Rallyman has. Though it has received multiple re-releases over the years, Rallyman is an uncommon game to find — and can cost a pretty penny. For those reasons, although I’ve reviewed dozens of…
It’s still unclear whether FCA will keep Wrangler production in Toledo At this point, no one can say for certain whether Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) will keep Wrangler production in Toledo or move it somewhere outside of the Glass City in favor of somewhere more effective. Panic started back in October, when FCA CEO Sergio…
2020 Chevy Silverado Rally Edition Photo: Chevrolet The 2020 Chevy Silverado 1500 made a striking appearance at the State Fair of Texas yesterday, revealing two special editions to make the formidable truck even more of a showstopper on the road. Drivers can order the Midnight and Rally special editions next month for dealership arrival later…
We’ve grown up with the belief that being a good driver comes from practice, attentiveness, and obedience to the established rules of the road. With enough determination and maturity, any driver can improve their skills. As you encounter bad drivers on the road, you probably assume that if they [paid attention, knew the laws, or…
Nena Barlow and Teralin Petereit Photo: FCA The 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe came first and second in the 2021 Rebelle Rally. It is the first-ever electrified vehicle to win this race since it began six years ago. Learn More About the Wrangler 4xe: Notable features of the model As the longest competitive off-road rally in…
If you’re a fan of collectible vehicles, but not the extravagant price tags they usually boast, check out the Rally Rd. app. Simply download this free app to buy a share of a collector automobile. The goal of the app As the Rally Rd. team states on the website, this entity exists “to democratize alternative…
Most automakers haven’t been impressing us so far at this year’s Chicago Auto Show (CAS). Apart from re-revealing concept models already shown in Detroit–and serving a fair amount of drinks to help visitors stomach some of those concept models–auto brands aren’t offering much to ogle. In all honesty, we didn’t expect much from Hyundai, either. We had…
Robert Kubica, once one of the most admired racers on the Formula One grid, drove an F1 car for the first time yesterday since his horror crash in early 2011 at the Ronde di Andora rally. The crash had partially severed his right forearm and though Kubica had been determined to return to the sport…
Photo: Nissan 2020 isn’t strong enough to keep Nissan from the annual Rebelle Rally off-road racing competition, and the automaker is once again sponsoring Team Wild Grace. Members ( and auto enthusiasts) Sedona Blinson and Lyn Woodward will helm a 2020 Nissan Frontier outfitted with the latest NISMO off-road accessories for the 1,243-mile race. But…
Blinson, Woodward, and the Armada Mountain Patrol stand victorious Photo: Nissan The Nissan Armada Mountain Patrol — a modified version of the Nissan Armada — is no stranger to extreme conditions that demand finely-tuned performance and durability. In the past, the vehicle has traversed The Sahara Desert, overcome the rocky terrain of Moab, Utah, and…
What type of engine you go with depends on your performance preferences Photo: Kevin P. via Pixabay If you’re on the fence about whether you need a naturally aspirated or turbocharged engine, you’re in the right place. These engine types each have their own strengths and weaknesses. Here’s a brief overview of these engines to…
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Nitro RX was co-founded by a Subaru driver Photo: Subaru The first-ever Nitro Rallycross championship starts this weekend in Salt Lake City, Utah, and Subaru has announced its lineup for the event as well as the remainder of the schedule through the end of 2021. The Nitro RX event was co-founded by five-time rally champion…
Photo: Audi To get the best idea of how a rally car will perform in a race, an automaker will often test vehicles in various conditions and terrain. After undergoing tests in Germany and Spain, Audi took the RS Q e-tron rally car to Morocco to see how the electric vehicle would do in the…
Saving people. Hunting things. The family business. And what’s a family business without a company car? In Supernatural, a television show that follows two brothers—Sam and Dean—as they hunt demons, consort with awkward angels, and save the world ten times over, that company car is none other than a 1967 Chevrolet Impala. Baby, as Dean…
Photo: Ford Motor Company A rumor out of the Land Down Under suggests that there may be a twin-turbo V6 offered with the next-generation Ford Ranger. According to Wheels, a source at the Blue Oval’s You Yangs proving ground has confirmed the availability of the 3.0-liter Power Stroke turbo diesel and twin-turbocharged 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 for the…
2018 Lincoln Black Label Navigator L Destination Lincoln Motor Company delivered sales totaling 8,909 vehicles in November, down 5.5% from 9,429 vehicles delivered in November 2016. The overall decline was largely due to a down month across the board for Lincoln cars, while SUV sales were generally more positive. Leading the way in terms of…
A Ford F-150 Limited will set you back nearly $68,000 to start Photo: Ford Hours away from the reveal of its next-generation F-150, Ford Motor Company is taking the opportunity to remind you and everyone within the sound of its voice that the F-Series makes a lot of money. Like, a lot a lot of…
Yes, it makes a lot of horsepower, what of it? Photo: Stellantis This week, Dodge is a bit like your classic genie, and Dodge Speed Week is like the lamp you rub to get three wishes. The performance brand has promised three big reveals over the next few days, and the first is a real…
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…
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…
Make your ideal 2021 Ford Bronco with the build and price configurator Photo: Ford It’s time, it’s time, it’s time. The 2021 Ford Bronco build and price configurator is up and ready. Want to see how much a topped-out Bronco Badlands will cost? Eager to see how much you’ll pay for tube doors? Need a…
What’s better than a threepeat? A fourpeat, naturally. And Ford has secured… Ford has pulled a Michael Jordan, winning its third consecutive North American… The first round of voting for the prestigious North American Truck of… The all-new 2017 Honda Ridgeline scooped up one of the auto world’s… Nissan has made it very clear this…
We’re living in that sweet spot right now where it’s possible to make reasonable assertations about what’ll be going on with the 2020 Ford Mustang Hybrid but still run the risk of being way off the mark. Still, it’s a fun way to fill the void between now and then, so let the speculation commence!…
Now don’t this just look like fun? Photo: Ford Ford is out here just trying to dismantle every single misconception you and your mama have about electric vehicles. Worried that the all-new F-150 Lightning might not be able to handle freezing temps and snowy surfaces? Cool. (Literally.) Ford took the F-150 Lightning to Alaska to…
Yesterday, Tesla CEO Elon Musk revealed his company’s newest vehicle: The Cybertruck. This thing. Photo: Tesla Yes, it sounds like something from an episode of Doctor Who. Yes, it kind of looks like something from an episode of Doctor Who, as well. WEEEEE-oooooooooooo-WEeeeeeeee-oooooohhhh, der der der derderderderderrrrrr Photo: Paul Hudson The Cybertruck is Musk and…
It turns out the new ZL1 (pictured above) might not be the most powerful Camaro after all While it’s true that Kurt Busch won the 59th annual Daytona 500, many auto enthusiasts will tell you the real star at Daytona was the sixth-generation Camaro ZL1. Chevrolet not only convinced retired NASCAR legend Jeff Gordon to…
The new and improved 2024 Ford Super Duty, loaded with best-in-class features… Ford will begin manufacturing Super Duty trucks at its Oakville Assembly Complex… What’s better than a threepeat? A fourpeat, naturally. And Ford has secured… When it comes to pickup trucks, Ford knows what it’s doing. The… Ford employs mobile climate and road simulators…
Around 13 million metric tons of plastic waste enter our oceans every… The rivalry between Ford and Jeep is at a full tilt with… Much to the surprise of some — including even Ford — the… The 2021 Ford Bronco and Bronco Sport are pretty legit off-road, fair… Ford is ready to hear the Rebelle…
The team behind the 2022 Ford Maverick ate, like, a lot of Oreos Photo: Ford If you’re anything like me, your productivity can live or die by the amount of coffee you get in you in a given day. But the team that brought the all-new Ford Maverick to life had a different vice: Oreos….
This Thursday, Flavortown relocates to Dyersville, Iowa, for the MLB Field of Dreams game Photo: General Motors Somewhere in the United States of America, a big fan of baseball and Kevin Costner movies wished upon a monkey’s paw that the New York Yankees and Chicago White Sox would play a game at a recreation of…
The 2022 Ford Maverick hybrid returns 42 mpg in the city Photo: Ford Classic case of jumping the gun! When Ford revealed its 2022 Maverick, they said the compact pickup’s standard hybrid engine would make an impressive 40 mpg. Welp, it turns out that the 2022 Ford Maverick hybrid will actually make 42 mpg in…
Get a load of the next-gen Ford Ranger Photo: Ford Here we sit on the cusp of the most gluttonous of holidays, mentally and perhaps spiritually preparing for the harrowing experience we’re about to put ourselves through. Without even so much as a hint of an explosive conversation about mandates, Ford dropped a feast on…
Alert: The horses are out of the barn Photo: Ford For the most part, the 2024 Ford Mustang doesn’t reinvent the wheel. Not that a lot of folks would want it to — look at the response to the Mustang Mach-E, after all. But what the seventh-generation Mustang certainly does is take that well-familiar wheel…
2024 Ford Mustang GT California Special convertible Photo: Ford Ford keeps upping the ante with the all-new 2024 Mustang, announcing this month the return of the California Special. This popular package will be available for the 2024 Ford Mustang GT, and it will offer distinctive exterior styling that sets it apart from the pack. Considering…
The new Super Duty is the 2024 North American Truck of the Year Photo: Ford What’s better than a threepeat? A fourpeat, naturally. And Ford has secured one with the all-new Super Duty taking home the 2024 North American Truck of the Year Award. The 2024 Ford F-Series Super Duty locks up the fourth straight…
The CR-V is well positioned to continue improving and maintain its dominance in the compact SUV segment… Check out the latest gadget for drivers who want to accessorize the… This article contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, The News Wheel… This article contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, The News Wheel… This article…
The most effective way to save fuel is to limit the amount of time you spend driving in the first place… Finding the best price on gas can be tricky, especially if you’re… The coronavirus pandemic is having an effect on businesses throughout the U.S.,… Be honest. How many times have you gotten to the…
The 2017 Lincoln MKZ is midsize luxury sedan that carries a starting MSRP of $35,010. The Lincoln MKZ comes with many changes for the new model year, such as a restyled front end and more powerful engine options. In an effort to stay competitive with other luxury brands, the new Lincoln MKZ is offered in…
In a world full of decent mid-size sedan options, the 2017 Kia Optima stands out thanks to its eye-catching exterior, well-designed cabin, and numerous powertrain options. With a starting MSRP of just $22,200, the new Kia Optima also offers exceptional value and even comes standard with a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. When you combine this with…
If you plan to buy a new car soon — or recently have — there’s a chance the dealership finance officer mentioned gap insurance. It’s not a term you typically hear outside of automotive financing, so you might not be certain what gap insurance is. To clarify what it involves and why it might be…
Photos: Lincoln Motor Company The reviews for the 2020 Lincoln Aviator are pouring in across Canada — since arriving in July, the Aviator has proven a hit with critics, earning an 8/10 from the Globe and Mail. Continuing that trend is the first drive carried out by Driving’s Jil McIntosh, who said that the Aviator should prove…
Hyundai has been busy building its roster for the 2015 SEMA Show, the famed convention bringing automobile tuners from across the globe to Las Vegas. Already it’s announced a special Tucson from Bisimoto Engineering and a Genesis Coupe from ARK Performance. Blood Type Racing, Inc wanted in on that action and has something sinister up…
Bonnie & Clyde Broadway : americangal5 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…
Photo: 1987599 via Pixabay License If you happen to be a human being with a pulse, odds are you’ve seen “Mad Max: Fury Road” and think it’s one of the sickest movies ever — I know I do. Now, a scientific study conducted by Money.co.uk has come along to affirm that belief, as apparently “Fury…
Photo: © Toyota The all-new Toyota Prius Prime is finally about to go on sale and already it is racking up the awards, the latest of which comes from none other than Kelley Blue Book. Each year, KBB honors the best new vehicle choices available in the US market. Of more than 300 new car…
Photo: Ford They say that you can never have too much of a good thing. And when it comes to the Ranger Raptor and Bronco Raptor, Ford very clearly agrees. On Thursday, the automaker announced a new software calibration from Ford Performance Parts that punches both beasts’ output up a pretty hefty amount. Available for…
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