Photo: All vehicle images above are attributed to their respective OEMs Are you looking for a new car, truck, or SUV in a unique color? Green exterior paint is a great way to stand apart from the abundance of vehicles on the road in gray, silver, black, or white. A few years ago, I predicted…
Of the available car colors offered on today’s automobiles, green is by far one of the most under-represented. For many people, green is a fabulous shade that’s both wild and sophisticated; but sadly, it’s not commonly offered. Unfortunately, green colors are not as popular this year as they were last year, as many models abandoned green shades…
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The nation-spanning fight over car emissions rules is well underway. However, even as President Trump and his EPA are trying to strip California of its ability to make its own emissions rules, Colorado has announced it will join the states that follow California’s lead. This decision came on Friday from the Colorado Air Quality Control…
Photo: The News Wheel When I was a teenager, I often saw other people’s cars tricked out with cool accessories that lit them up like glow sticks at night. I wished I could have a car that looked like theirs, but I realized that it took a lot of money and effort to install lights…
GM CEO Mary Barra and the Colorado, the Cars.com Best Pickup of 2015 © GM Though it may not have come out on top in the 2015 North American Truck of the Year awards, Chevrolet has plenty to smile about when it comes to the 2015 Colorado. Adding to a mantle that already includes the…
This Nissan Kicks sports one of the rarest colors on the road Photo: Nissan White, silver, and black vehicles are common sights on our roadways. However, there’s a whole spectrum of paint colors we rarely see. Here, we’ll take a look at some of the rarest car colors, and speculate about a few reasons that…
A super-cool “Truck Guy” gets into his all-black 2015 Chevy Colorado, set to the music of AC/DC A new car commercial from Chevrolet spends a little bit of time bragging about how the Colorado was named the 2015 Motor Trend Truck of the Year, and a lot of time promoting Chevy’s conception of “truck guys”…
You might say the 2022 Ford Ranger Splash is a splashy choice. And you should. Because it is Photo: Ford Nostalgia is in and the ’90s are back — not quite in Pog form yet, but give it time before somebody revives that property. But on the subject of revived properties that ’90s kids might…
2015 Chevy Colorado GearOn Edition Photo: © General Motors Chevrolet is all about bringing special edition trucks to Chicago, it seems. In addition to the Silverado Midnight Edition and Silverado Custom, Chevy has unveiled the Colorado GearOn™ Edition. Taking the critically-acclaimed Colorado and adding accessories from GearOn, this special edition truck will go on sale…
You know the Bronco Sport is cool because goats wanna hang with it Photo: Ford Kelley Blue Book is pretty good at taking that intangible idea of being cool and putting a value on it. KBB’s Coolest Cars list is a trusted standard for measuring the innate coolness of new rides year after year. And…
As autumn rolls in and temperatures fall, more and more drivers will be out on country roads for Sunday afternoon drives to behold the breathtaking scenery. You might be one of those nature-lovers planning to round up the family and set out on a sightseeing tour of fall leaves. Just because deciduous trees are more…
The 2018 Chevy Colorado The Chevrolet Colorado mid-size pickup truck is due for a midcycle refresh in 2020. However, ahead of that overhaul, the Colorado will receive several changes and new features for the 2019 model year. Inside the cabin, the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado will receive an infotainment system upgrade. Chevrolet Infotainment System units will…
Infiniti Q50S at 2014 NAIAS Infiniti’s cars have never particularly wowed me, and the recent change of names (to Q-something or another) did not elevate the brand’s luxury in my mind but just made for one editing nightmare. That said, I really liked Infiniti’s booth at NAIAS. They had a theme similar to Nissan’s (or…
2017 Honda Civic headlights Halogen bulbs are highly popular lighting choices in the automotive sector, and there is a range of these types of bulbs available, including H11 bulbs. The best H11 bulb for car headlights is widely available for a reasonable price. In addition to halogen bulbs, LED bulbs serve as another option for…
Buying a new car can be a stressful affair and this stress is the intensified if you are considering buying a used car in the U.K. There are several things that need to be checked before money exchanges hands. The aim of this guide is to help you check that a car is properly maintained…
2022 Hyundai Veloster N at the track, where is where you should be doing your speeding. Photo: Hyundai Most people have heard that certain car colors, such as red, can raise insurance premiums because they are more eye-catching and associated with speed. But how does the car model you drive affect the likelihood of getting…
Photo: The News Wheel The vast majority of automotive-themed board games fall under one of two categories: Either they’re motorsports races or they simulate the economics of vehicle manufacturing. Even with the abundance of inventive games being produced in this golden age, rarely does a title tackle automobiles from any other angle. Designer Jeff Beck…
Vacuuming your car’s interior is a great task to add to a spring-cleaning chores list Photo: Amazon Don’t forget to vacuum your car’s interior this spring when you’re deep-cleaning your house’s interior. Here are three highly-rated tools to get the job done right. Family-Friendly and Powerful: Learn more about the 2020 Silverado 1500 recent accolade…
Photo: 2023 Toyota Crown Branding, especially in the United States, is everything. Most people aren’t familiar with the specs, features, and price of any given car by simply looking at it on the street. Often, the top marker of a vehicle’s value is its badge. Consequently, when customers buy an expensive luxury ride and wish…
As you may know, Kia has a history of giving back to its local community as well as nationally to various organizations. The “Accelerate the Good” campaign started years ago and is still running strong, with Kia’s latest charitable endeavor arriving in the form of a $1.8 million donation. Kia’s Going Green: Check out the…
For almost two decades, Japanese automakers were engaged in a state of informal, unstated mutual restraint, where no car that they produced would have higher than 280 horsepower. There are a few reasons suggested for this, but sources seem to agree that it was mostly about safety. According to The Japan Times, this informal agreement had roots…
Photo: Steve Jurveston via Flikr There’s a strong argument to be made that the most iconic vehicle in any movie about the Apollo Space Program should be some variant of the Saturn V rocket. Then again, that brings up the larger conversation about whether spacecraft should be qualified as vehicles. Regardless of where you come…
Chevrolet just won its second MotorTrend award of 2023, adding to a… The 2022 Chevrolet Colorado delivers strong capabilities, rugged styling, and modern tech… The 2021 Silverado 1500 gets most of the attention in Chevrolet’s truck… Back in June 2020, General Motors kicked off production of its 2021… As the second half of 2020 begins,…
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…
2022 Kia Carnival Photo: Kia The “Carnival” nameplate has existed for over 20 years in the Kia lineup — just not in the U.S. Here, we knew the vehicle as the Sedona minivan, which was in its third generation prior to 2021. But to align with Kia’s strategy to streamline and redesign its collection of…
Photo: Steve Johnson via CC 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…
General Motors proposed a national zero-emission car sales requirement that could offer… The Trump administration has proposed a rollback of fuel economy and pollution… California has historically had a huge problem with vehicle emissions. This, as… In the wake of Ford announcing the impending end of the vast… When Donald Trump was elected president, it…
We’re entering the last few days of group stages, and we already know a few countries that won’t be making it to the playoffs (cough… England… cough). But although some of the teams we cover will be heading home this week, we still need to determine the winners of our World Cup of Cars matches,…
The MR2 was a mid-engine, rear-wheel drive, two-seater sports car, which makes a partnership with Lotus or Porsche seem like a good fit… At the end of the day, this is not a case of the Toyota GR Supra and BMW Z4… The only problem with the 86 is not the 86 itself, but the…
Photo: FCA The 2021 Women of Color STEM Conference took place virtually on Oct. 7-9. Several Stellantis employees earned awards here, recognizing their achievements in their careers. Choose the Right Stellantis Model: Reasons to buy new vs. used Since 1995, the Women of Color STEM Conference has worked to share the accomplishments of women with…
The Chevrolet Colorado is a mid-size truck, for those who want Chevy’s truck prowess, but don’t need the expense or size of the Silverado. Due to its popularity, it comes in a variety of forms, from the bare-bones base model to the luxurious Z71 model and off-road-ready ZR2. What’s New? Photo: Chevrolet Chevrolet is planning…
Every state legally requires drivers to have auto insurance, so it’s an unavoidable expense that comes along with car ownership. Naturally, you don’t want to spend any more on insurance than you have to. But are there drawbacks that come with opting for the cheapest discount car insurance? Here’s a look at some common cons…
Drunk driving is a serious problem in this country, and several campaigns from the federal government and non-profit organizations are aimed at curbing the behavior. Almost all of the tactics used include a heavy dose of shame, from Helen Mirren calling drunk drivers stupid to ads that make drinkers feel guilty for potentially leaving their…
Photo: The News Wheel There’s much more to driving a car than what you learn in driver’s ed — and I’m not just talking about the wisdom that years of driving experience will bring. We all have habits we’ve picked up from our parents and friends growing up, routines that are outside of the “rules of…
Photo: Kelly via Pexels Because black colors absorb heat and white colors reflect it, common intuition says that black cars get hotter in the sun. But what does science have to say about it? Do black cars truly get hotter? As you might have expected, the answer is yes. But you might be surprised to…
When the automobile was first invented, it wasn’t long before people found a new thrilling, high-speed sport: car racing. Even for those of us who have never driven our cars above 80 mph, we still feel an adrenaline rush watching a NASCAR race on television or a local track competition in person. While many immersive video…
Your car’s catalytic converter will typically last the entire lifetime of your vehicle. While this pollution-busting device is designed to be durable, it’s not invincible — and the signs that it’s failing may not be obvious. Here’s a look at some common cues of a faulty catalytic converter. If Your Car Needs a Complex Repair:…
Ochiai’s innovative traffic light design promises to make life easier for colorblind drivers Photo: JDP Some people are all about analyzing—and sometimes complaining about—traffic lights: how slow they are, how many there are, whether the traffic light sensor is really working (or if it even exists at all). Other people are trying to improve them….
Ford looks back at some unique Mustang colors. Currently, black is the new black when it comes to Ford Mustang colors—more people than ever before are purchasing the car with this dark color. But that hasn’t always been the case with a multitude of colors being used on this famous pony car. Throughout the years,…
The 2017 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 utilizes DSSV damper technology similar to what was featured in the Camaro Z28 Photo: © General Motors Chevrolet recently took the cover off its new Colorado ZR2 off-road truck, and it looks like this high-performance pickup is taking direct aim at the Ford F-150 Raptor. The Chevy Colorado ZR2 will…
When you have made the decision to sell your vehicle and buy something newer and perhaps nicer, you need to spruce up your car to ensure that you can get the highest possible amount to put towards your next vehicle purchase. Follow the tips below to make sure you get the most bang for your…
Whenever you decide to sell your car your ad should include photographs, and the pictures should show your vehicle in the best light possible. Below are some helpful tips that will help show your car at its best and generate interest in the ad you post. 2017 Chevy Volt Photo: KelleyBlueBook Background The photos’ background…
Seven Chevy vehicles—including the Corvette Stingray, Traverse, Colorado, Camaro, Impala, Silverado 1500, and Tahoe—have been named among the most popular in their respective segments by the experts at Edmunds.com. In addition, the Stingray and Traverse each took home the title of Top Rated Vehicle in their respective segments. Chevy’s Most Popular on Edmunds.com Award Winners RELATED:…
2018 marks the 100th anniversary of Chevrolet’s lineup of trucks. Late last month, the automaker revealed how it planned to celebrate this momentous occasion: the 2018 Chevy Silverado Centennial and Chevy Colorado Centennial. Among the many features equipped to the special edition pickups, perhaps the most notable is the Heritage Bowtie Badge, a throwback to Chevy’s…
2018 Chevrolet Centennial Edition Silverado and Colorado Love Chevrolet Trucks? Check out this 100-year retrospective with tons of classic photos Chevrolet is celebrating 100 years of Chevrolet Trucks, and it is doing so in style by announcing two new special edition trucks that are sure to become hot-ticket items with collectors and enthusiasts alike. The newly-announced…
Next to driving a car, the best way to appreciate one is to build it. As a kid, you don’t have the opportunity to do the former, but LEGO building bricks allowed you to construct whatever vehicle you could imagine. Over the years, many LEGO sets have been released that appeal to both children and…
During the Halloween season, automotive enthusiasts love to revisit certain classic scary tales, like Steven King’s Christine and Steven Spielberg’s Duel. Inspired by such vehicular horror stories, a team of graphic artists and writers created an anthology of car-related frights. Edited by Devon Devereaux and published by his company Cackling Imp Press, Tales of Hot Rod…
Whether you’re waiting in line at the drive-thru or stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic, rough idling can make the most boring part of driving into a downright unpleasant experience. Here’s rundown of a few things to check out if your car, truck, or SUV is rumbling while you idle. Experiencing Other Car Problems? Critical maintenance for…
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