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GM Invests in Startup Recreating the Head-up Display
The head-up display in the GMC Sierra Denali Photo: General Motors Envisics is a startup that’s working on re-creating head-up display and adding augmented reality to the system. GM Ventures…
The State of EV Incentives in the Pacific Northwest
Potential electric-vehicle buyers in the Pacific Northwest might soon have more initiative to purchase an EV. Besides the federal income tax credit worth up to $7,500 for certain EV models,…
CDC Urges Americans to Use Private Vehicles Instead of Public Transit
The CDC’s recommendation that commuters use private cars might help boost auto sales and new vehicle leases the rest of this year and into 2021 In light of the pandemic,…
Where Do I Find My Car's VIN Number?
Photo: The News Wheel Every car, truck, SUV, and other type of vehicle has its own one-of-a-kind code that distinguishes it from every other one that’s been created — even…
“Nomadland” and the Upsetting Reality it Represents
Photo: Adavyd via CC Sometimes it’s easier to walk through life ignoring the challenges faced by others because you’re overwhelmed with your own. But, just because we don’t see or…
Ford Joins Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance
Ford is the first automaker to join IRMA Photo: Ford Ford this week became the first automaker in the United States to sign on with the Initiative for Responsible Mining…
Tips for Recycling Motor Oil
Photo: The News Wheel Automotive waste is a serious blight on the environment. But one component — motor oil — can be recycled, offering an eco-friendly approach to an essential…
4 Apps to Educate Your Kids on Road Trips
Keeping your kids happy on a road trip requires a lot of creativity, gear, and patience. Along with the games, snacks, and surprises you pack, be sure to check out…
Toyota Acquires Lyft’s Self-Driving Division for $550 Million
Photo: Toyota Toyota’s new tech-focused subsidiary, Woven Planet Group, is acquiring Lyft’s self-driving car division — named “Level 5” after the stages of car autonomy — for $550 million in…
Ford Looks at Customers’ Favorite Mustang Mach-E Colors
Rapid Red has proven a popular color choice for the Mustang Mach-E Photo: Ford Motor Company Reservations for the 2021 Mustang Mach-E are well underway, and Ford is taking a…
Ford Gives Us the Manual Bronco Sasquatch We Deserve
You asked, Ford delivers, and now the Sasquatch gets a manual Photo: Ford One of the questions folks have asked most about the 2021 Ford Bronco since its reveal is…
Iowa Department of Transportation Uses Snow Plow to Remove Mayflies from Local Bridge
If they weren’t on summer vacation, the local kids would probably receive a mayfly day. Or at least a mayfly two hour delay. Photo: Ohio Sea Grant It’s Mayfly-Mania 2:…
Six Letters in Flower Serve as Car Maintenance Reminder
Before you leave for a big trip, you’ll likely put “schedule maintenance check” on your to-do list. After all, you don’t want your plans to be derailed by a stalled…
Maserati F Tributo Celebrates Brand’s Racing Heritage
Photo: Maserati Maserati unveiled a new lineup of F Tributo Special Edition models at the 2021 Shanghai Auto Show that celebrate the brand’s racing heritage as well as one of…
Maserati MC20 Unexpectedly Heads to the Ski Slopes
Photo: Maserati The long-awaited Maserati MC20 has only recently been revealed, and U.S. deliveries won’t begin until about a year from now, but that hasn’t stopped the Italian automaker from…
