Ahlam Malek

Ahlam Malek

With over 4 years of experience in web writing, I have collaborated with numerous magazines and websites, primarily in motorsports, before broadening my focus to the automotive industry as a whole. I joined The News Wheel team in September 2024.

Snow Chains Vs. Snow Socks Vs. Winter Tires: What Should You Choose For Winter Roads?

When winter hits hard, the difference between staying in control and sliding off course comes down to chains, socks, or tires, and when to use each.

Mazda No Longer the Only Carmaker Supporting Rotary Engine Development

Once left behind due to high fuel consumption and fragile reliability, the rotary engine, long championed by Mazda, is making an unlikely return.

Tesla Confirms Deeper Delivery Slump In Q4 2025, Second Year Of Decline

Tesla has officially posted its Q4 2025 and full-year delivery results, confirming a second consecutive annual decline in electric vehicle shipments.

Elon Musk Claims Model Y Is Worldโ€™s Best-selling Car Again, But Doubts Persist

Tesla CEO Elon Musk wrapped up 2025 with a striking declaration: the Tesla Model Y, he said, is once again the best-selling car in the world, for the third year…

New California Law Lets DMV Revoke Licenses for Driving Over 100 MPH

California is escalating its fight against reckless driving with a new enforcement program targeting motorists who exceed 100 mph.

Volkswagen Says the Era of Small Gas Cars Is Coming to an End

Volkswagen is preparing to phase out its smallest gas-powered models, signaling a definitive shift toward electrification.

Kia Reveals Major 2026 Changes to Its SUV and EV Lineup in the U.S.

Kia shakes up its 2026 SUV lineup with key exits, new electric arrivals, and major updates, signaling a sharp turn in its U.S. strategy.

Plug-in Hybrids Rack Up 80% More Issues Than Gas Cars, Says Consumer Reports

Once hailed as a smart bridge between gas and electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids are now under scrutiny for their reliability.

Some Hyundai and Kia Owners Are Eligible for $4.5 Million Settlement: Full List of Qualified Models

Hyundai and Kia have reached a $4.5 million settlement with 35 U.S. states over missing anti-theft tech, offering payments and free security upgrades.

How To Prepare Your Car For Freezing Winter Weather

Frosty mornings, dead batteries, and fogged-up windows, winter driving comes with its own set of challenges.

500,000 Sold in 14 Months: The $9K Geely EV Thatโ€™s Outselling Tesla and BYD in the EV Race

In just over a year since its launch, a low-cost electric hatchback from Geely has stormed past Tesla and BYD in Chinaโ€™s fiercely competitive EV market.

What Makes Waze Work Better Than Google Maps for Drivers

The debate over whether Waze or Google Maps offers the better driving experience isnโ€™t new, but itโ€™s far from settled.

Toyota Recalls 55,000 Camry and Corolla Cross Hybrids Over Inverter Bolt Defect

A single bolt might be small, but itโ€™s sending tens of thousands of hybrid vehicles back to Toyota dealerships.

Apple CarPlayโ€™s Top Feature of the Year Brings Widgets to the Wheel

Widgets arrive on CarPlay with iOS 26, transforming the dashboard into a smarter, swipeable hub for quick, glanceable app access on the road.

The Worldโ€™s First Helmet Airbag to Launch in Huawei and Cheryโ€™s Electric Minivan

A new chapter in vehicle safety begins with the launch of Huaweiโ€™s Luxeed V9 minivan, which will be the first car in the world to feature a helmet airbag.