3 DIY Must-Haves for Your Car

Pinterest is chock-full of fun home decor DIYs, from building your own coffee table to make-it-yourself headboards. But what about your car? It’s practically your second home. Don’t worry, Pinterest has ideas for that too. Here are three fun mini projects to make your next trip in the car that much more convenient. DIY Trash Can…

New Japanese Traffic Light Design Could Revamp the Road for Colorblind Drivers 

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….

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Earlier this week, GM’s Mary Barra joined the industry in lobbying the… It seems that we have just paved over most everything cool in… Sometimes you are the pigeon, and sometimes you are the statue. One… Yes, Christmas may be over, but the holiday season doesn’t have to…

What's the Difference Between Aniline and Semi-Aniline Leather?

Photo: Pixabay When considering leather seat trim, you might have encountered the terms “aniline” and “semi-aniline.” Here’s a brief overview of these types of leather to enhance your automotive knowledge. New and Improved: Meet the 2020 Chevy Corvette Aniline leather Aniline leather is the most natural-looking leather that still displays unique surface characteristics of the…

2017 Chrysler Pacifica Named 2017 Family Vehicle of the Year by MAMA [Photos]

The Pacifica was named the best vehicle for families on the road The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica has been receiving a lot of love from the automotive industry recently. Chrysler’s flagship minivan earned the “Best of 2017” award from Cars.com earlier this year. The Pacifica even received the prestigious title of “North American Utility Vehicle of…

Fiat Chrysler Wraps Headquarters to Celebrate Debut of 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid

When you introduce the first-ever hybrid minivan, it’s definitely reason to celebrate—which is why Fiat Chrysler has decided to put a building wrap on the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles US headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan, harkening the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivan’s arrival. This wrap goes for a classic, yet whimsical look with a storybook-themed illustration…

A Eulogy for the Cadillac ELR

First, if you would indulge me, some mood music. In the world of plug-in vehicles, the Cadillac ELR cuts a sad and tragic figure. Introduced back in the 2014 model year, the ELR came as the luxury upgrade from the Chevrolet Volt, the carefully-prepared sushi to Chevrolet’s meat and potatoes. Careful Attention: Following these tips…

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Deadpool Comics Tossed Across Ohio Highway

It’s no secret that America depends on semi trucks to get a lot of goods where they belong fairly quickly. When they get into accidents, however, the roads can become covered with some truly bewildering things, from bees, to milk, to pigs, to cheese (which no one should ever eat). Last week, comic books joined…

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British Property Installs Bird Spikes to Keep Cars Pretty

Photo: Frédéric Bisson On The News Wheel, we talk a lot about the big investment cars are, so we totally understand wanting to protect your ride from damage. However, there is a line where protecting your car goes from cautious to ludicrous. If you would like an example of where that line is, look to…

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Sato Wins for Honda at Indy 500

Photo: Honda Takuma Sato should probably thank Fernando Alonso. So far, every time the Spaniard starts in the Indianapolis 500, Sato ends up winning the race. But while Alonso’s first outing at the Brickyard was marred by numerous Honda engine failures, the Japanese manufacturer came back in force for this year’s event. Sold Out: Honda…

Moments in Car History: The First Drive-Thru

This one is a big no-no. In the 1940s, America’s fastest food option was the drive-in. Like you see in various nostalgic movies, these restaurants had customers drive up and park, and then brought the food to them on a platter that clipped onto car windows. However, by the late ’40s, this system had been in…

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20 Car-Related Dad Jokes to Share This Father’s Day

Father’s Day is less than a week away. Perhaps you’re planning on spending some quality time with your dad, or maybe you live far away and will have to settle for a check-in via Skype. Perhaps you’re a new father and plan on celebrating with your brand new baby, or maybe you’re a father of…

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Fyre Festival Founder Billy McFarland Spent Fraudulent Cash on Luxury Cars and Private Planes

Billy McFarland, founder and CEO of Fyre Festival, cruises around NYC in a Ferrari Photo: Magnises Hulu just released its documentary, Fyre Fraud yesterday, detailing the events surrounding a disastrous “music festival” that both horrified and entertained the world in early 2017. Fyre Festival was advertised as a “transformative experience” endorsed by well-known celebrities and…

Moments in Car History: The First COPO Camaro

The name of COPO Camaro is legendary on the dragstrip for its high power and exclusivity. This year, Chevrolet is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the model with a special-edition COPO Camaro and an all-electric concept COPO Camaro. However, behind the glamour, the COPO Camaro has an interesting origin story that involves a little trickery to…

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The 6 Most Bizarre “Mario Kart” Rip-Offs

If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, then a lot of games are trying to flatter Mario Kart Photo: Anuman Interactive The Mario Kart series of racing games is considered to be one of the most iconic and popular video game franchises of all time. The first Mario Kart game, Super Mario Kart, made…

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Congratulations! You’ve successfully raised your children, put them through school, and gotten… In-vehicle infotainment systems are designed for a more entertaining, connected, and responsive… Researchers at the Institute of Development, Aging and Cancer at Tohoku University… One of the most difficult and upsetting aspects of growing older is… A formal driving assessment tests your ability…

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