The News Wheel editorial team

The News Wheel editorial team

A reference for both professionals and enthusiasts, The NewsWheel has been covering the latest news in the global automotive industry since 2019. From Toyota to Ford and the major German brands, discover the trends and reviews of gasoline, hybrid, and electric cars, as well as all the latest automotive information.

GM Announces $1 Billion Acquisition of Cruise Automation

GM President Dan Ammann (right) with Cruise Automation founders Kyle Vogt (center) and Daniel Kan (left) General Motors has announced its acquisition of Cruise Automation, a San Francisco-based tech startup…

Wheel Size Impacts Battery Range of Electric Vehicles

From saving money on fuel to lowering driving footprints, electric vehicles offer many benefits. To capitalize on the performance of your EV, you should look to its foundation. The size…

Cars.com Names 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Most Affordable 3-Row Crossover

The 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander earned the top spot on Cars.comโ€™s list of Most Affordable Three-Row Crossovers Finding a car that is within budgetโ€”and has all the features you wantโ€”is the…

How to Buy the Right Seat Covers For Your Vehicle

Photo: Nicole Vaughan January through early March is sometimes referred to as โ€œMud Season.โ€ Melting snow and excess rain join forces to spread puddles, turn your yard into a swamp,…

Car Repairs Best Left to the Pros

Some car repairs like an oil change or windshield wiper replacement donโ€™t necessarily require a visit to the mechanic. Many car owners are perfectly happy and skilled enough to handle…

Navigating the US: Getting Around in Cincinnati, Ohio

Cincinnati regally sits on the edge of one of the Ohio Riverโ€™s many curves as the โ€œQueen Cityโ€ of the Midwest, known for baseball cheating scandals, chili, and the abundance…

The Meaning Behind Toyota's Car Names

The meanings behind some car names, especially those from American brands, are often obvious. Itโ€™s clear, for instance, what the Ford Expedition is implying by its name. When it comes…

CarGurus.com Taps Volvo XC90 as Best Used Car

CarGurus.com selected two generations of the Volvo XC90 as the vehicles for consumers to buy used when shopping the dealership car lot. Learn More: About the key features inside the…

The 2015 MINI Countryman is Pretty Much the 2014 MINI Countryman

Here is the 2015 MINI Countryman. Look familiar? The new 2015 MINI Countryman has been unveiled at the 2014 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS), and despite known for producing…

EyesOn Design Excellence Award Given to the Buick Avista Concept

The interior of the Buick Avista Concept is a beautiful sight to behold Photo: ยฉ General Motors Earlier this week, Buick revealed the Avista Concept at the North American International…

More Than 200 Mopar Accessories Available for 2020 Jeep Gladiator

2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Modified by Mopar One of the more exciting aspects of the new reveal of any FCA vehicle is seeing what Mopar is going to offer for…

What to Know About Antique Car Insurance

Navigating conventional car insurance can be confusing enough. It gets even more complicated when you add an antique auto into the mix. Discover more about this unique type of insurance…

Third-Generation Ford Fusion Hybrid Autonomous Test Vehicle Revealed

The Third-generation Ford Fusion Hybrid Autonomous Test Vehicle Photo: Ford Motor Company In a post on Medium earlier this month, Argo AI President Peter Rander announced the launch of the…

Toyota Claims Overall Pole for 24 Hours of Le Mans

Toyota Gazoo Racing comfortably swept the front row during 24 Hours of Le Mans qualifying, reinforcing the belief that the team will have an easy time in the race barring…

2020 Versa Marketing Campaign Celebrates Working Families

Photo: Nissan As part of Nissanโ€™s spotlight on its Intelligent Mobility system, the automakerโ€™s newest marketing campaign shines a spotlight on how its vehiclesโ€™ affordability and innovative technology help ease…