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2016 Scion iM Overview
The 2016 Scion iM Scion’s lineup isn’t as vast as most automakers’, but it’s definitely more concise and appealing to a very specific audience–the elusive Millennials. The iM hatchback combines sporty…
The 2021 Silverado is Headed to Argentina and Brazil
Two South American countries will soon be getting the new Silverado Photo: Chevrolet Earlier this year, Chevrolet held a special event in Argentina. The event saw the official unveiling of…
2017 Hyundai Accent Overview
Hyundai is known for its affordable, practical cars that offer good fuel economy and quality at an impressively low price. The smallest and cheapest entry in Hyundai’s lineup is the…
The West Wing Wheels Independence Day Special: What Would the Rushmore Four Drive?
Happy Independence Day, America! Today we celebrate the birth of our country with fireworks, hot dogs, and copious amounts of TV marathons. It also gives us a chance to rub…
Gas Prices Reaching Their Lowest Point of the Year as the Holidays Approach
Americans can look forward to cheaper fuel this holiday season Photo: Shell During the Thanksgiving holiday, drivers were greeted with a pleasant surprise: relatively cheap gas prices. Heading into the holiday…
‘Alonso Did Everything to Make Honda Look Bad,’ Says Helmut Marko
Photo: Heimo Ruschitz Helmut Marko, advisor to the Red Bull Racing and head of the Red Bull Junior Team, has been keeping close tabs on Honda, Toro Rosso’s new engine…
Al Capone's Car Archives
If you've ever wanted a chance to own a unique piece of history, you have a chance to own Al Capone's bulletproof Cadillac... for $1 million.… From Lincoln to Ford,…
Understanding Types of Automotive Rust
Photo: The News Wheel Rust can seem like a cosmetic issue, but if left unchecked, it can grow into a serious structural issue for your car. Here’s a guide to…
This is The Next-Gen 2022 Toyota Tundra
Photo: Toyota After a low-resolution photo of the upcoming, next-generation 2022 Toyota Tundra was leaked on the internet by an anonymous source, Toyota did the only reasonable thing: release the…
convertibles Archives
The word “convertible” comes from the root word “convert,” simply referring to a… If you’ve ever wanted to get into vehicle restoration, but weren’t sure… Throughout automotive history, Buick models have…
Automotive Science Group Honors 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid with Two Distinctions
2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid The 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid took home two top distinctions in the 2018 Automotive Performance Index™ (API) study conducted by the Automotive Science Group. The innovative…
Cars You Didn't Know Were in “The Godfather”
Photo: Sicnag via CC When you think of “The Godfather,” the first thing that’s likely to pop into your head is Marlon Brando’s Vito Corleone sitting in a dimly lit…
January 2014 Buick Regal Sales Rise with Snow Drifts
February is nearing an end, and Buick is optimistic that monthly sales figures will continue to improve after impressive January numbers. Perhaps the most impressive performance came from January 2014…
Car Insurance Casts a Protection Spell on Halloween
Beggar’s Night can bring out the best and worst in holiday revelers. There are the adorable little trick-or-treaters politely asking for candy at your door and then there are the…
The Best Way to Wash Car Wheels
Photo: The News Wheel Cleaning your car every season is essential to protecting its paint coat and the rust-prone metal underneath. But, you shouldn’t stop at scrubbing the fenders and…
saving money Archives
Every state legally requires drivers to have auto insurance, so it’s an… If you’re looking to save money on road trip food expenses, you… While car rentals can be incredibly…
How To Get Sticky Tree Sap Off Car Paint
Photo: The News Wheel Parking under the wrong tree during the workday or at a friend’s house can result in your car receiving a splattering of sticky residue across its…
cleaning your car Archives
Mitsubishi has been utilizing Diamond Premium Care, a non-abrasive deodorizing and disinfecting… If your car is covered in mud, bird poop, or road salt,… The Western Lakes Fire District recently…
detergent Archives
If your car is covered in mud, bird poop, or road salt,… The world of gasoline is a mysterious one. For most of us,… Whether you’re working under the hood…
GM Doubles Face Mask Production to Fight Coronavirus
GM is working around the clock to provide face masks to those who need them most Photo: General Motors To say that the current coronavirus pandemic has disrupted our daily…
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Affordable, Creative Ways to Make Any Car Look Steampunk
Steampunk styled classic car at International Steampunk City 2011 in Waltham, MA Photo: Selbe Lynn via Flickr/CC You’ve spent years perfecting your steampunk outfit and gear, but the illusion is broken…
5 Things to Consider When Repainting Your Car
This article is sponsored by Maler Painting Services. Vehicles are painted to help prevent rust, but there’s also a visual appeal to their exterior color. Car paint comes in variety…
Here’s Why You Should Never Mix Coolant Types
Radiator fluid is critical for a properly functioning engine, so it’s a good idea to keep it topped off. However, since mixing coolant types can lead to big problems, this…
Chevrolet's Top 5 Best-Selling Vehicles of 2018
The Silverado was Chevy’s best-selling vehicle in 2018 For Chevrolet, the story was simple in 2018: If the vehicle was a truck, sales either stayed flat or grew impressively. If…
Make Your Own Hyundai Genesis Coupe Papercraft Car!
The Hyundai Genesis Coupe papercraft template via GenCoupe.com Looking for a new hobby? Perhaps you consider making papercrafts! It’s a fun activity that people enjoy both here and in Japan.…
Updates for the 2015 Cadillac SRX Released
Pictured: 2014 Cadillac SRX We’re going to see very few updates for the 2015 Cadillac SRX crossover, but enough to make a difference. For starters, we’ll be saying goodbye to…
2015 Chevy Traverse Overview
The 2015 Chevy Traverse offers the same strengths as its predecessors © General Motors Other than the addition of Siri Eyes Free voice control technology to models equipped with the…
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Leads the Charge in Motor City Pride
This rainbow 2016 Fiat 500X symbolizes FCA’s commitment to the LGBT community Over the weekend, Detroit was figuratively painted rainbow as members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT)…
pride month Archives
It’s almost Pride Month in the U.S.! To celebrate here on The… While not incredibly inclusive, Volkswagen sure did go all out to ensure… Ford’s efforts to support equality and…
FCA Serves as Lead Sponsor for the Motor City Pride Parade
FCA celebrated LGBT Pride Month with a special Fiat Spider June is officially recognized across the country as LGBT Pride Month. Throughout the month, many cities host Pride Parades to…
Holden Colorado rainbow livery
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gay pride Archives
It’s almost Pride Month in the U.S.! To celebrate here on The… Here at The News Wheel, we often talk about the good work that… What’s got you smiling this morning?…
A Guide to Different Types of Traffic Markers
Traffic cone Photo: memyselfaneye via Pixabay When driving on the highway, it’s common to pass through construction zones filled with orange markers telling you where to go. Since traffic cones…
Sign the Change.org Petition to Prosecute Deputy Andrew Wood
The Change.org petition to prosecute Deputy Andrew Wood for the death of Milton Oltin, Jr. has crossed 55,000 signatures Update: The Los Angeles District Attorney has ruled that Deputy Wood acted…
8 Steps for a Successful Car Wash Fundraiser
With winter ending and spring arriving, you might be planning to organize a car wash to raise money for your school, sports team, church, or charitable cause. If you’ve ever…
Elvis’ 1977 Cadillac Seville is Surprisingly Ordinary
When you think about Elvis Presley, you automatically think of glitzy jumpsuits, Vegas, and overstated glamour. So it’s a bit surprising to discover that Elvis’ 1977 Cadillac Seville is, well,…
Jeff Dunham Shows Off His Collection of AMC Gremlins to Jay Leno
Jay Leno “admires” Jeff Dunham’s classic AMC Gremlins There seems to be a big crossover between comedy and car enthusiasm, with many comedians having a unique affection for certain types…
Uber Ventures Beyond Cars, Focuses on Automated Bike and Scooter Technology
Photo: Max Pixel If you’re familiar with the ride-share company Uber, you might be familiar with its past efforts to advance automated vehicle technology. For 2019, however, the company focusing…
The Most-Stolen Cars in America: Is Yours One?
You should be aware and prepared if your car is one of the most stolen cars. Photo: Oswald N Every car owner dreads the idea of their car being stolen,…
Popular Discontinued Cars That You Can Still Buy Used in 2024
2018 Buick Cascada at the Chicago Auto Show Photo: The News Wheel Searching for a used vehicle that is no longer in production? Many automakers have discontinued their once-famous models…
Thanks, Sugar: Modified Sugarcane May Make Better Biodiesel
Photo: sara marlowe As carmakers and regulators push for lower emissions and increasingly fuel-efficient vehicles, there is one low-emission fuel technology that is often overlooked: biofuels. Generally speaking, a biofuel…
What Are the Benefits of Steer-By-Wire Technology?
Perhaps you have heard of this newfangled steer-by-wire technology and found yourself wondering exactly what it means. Infiniti has recently announced plans to utilize steer-by-wire technology in its 2014 Q50…
McLaren Has Actually Done It—Their 2017 F1 Car is Orange!
I was going to wait until all of the 2017 Formula 1 cars were revealed to do a recap with all the photos, but after McLaren revealed its new MCL32…
Automatic Seat Belts Were a Terrible Idea
Automatic seat belts in a 1990 Honda Civic Photo: Wikimedia via cc Today’s cars have an plethora of automated safety features that take operations out of the hands of drivers.…
Best-Ever November Sales Earned by Mercedes-Benz
2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class It was a profitable November for Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA)—1.6% higher than last year for the automaker; November 2017 recorded a total of 30.838 units sold whereas November…
California Introduces Bill to Ban New Gasoline and Diesel Vehicles by 2040
Photo: Pexels California has been pushing for a greener automotive industry for years, from offering electric vehicle rebates to building electric highways. Now, government officials are taking it one giant step further. California’s…
Your Car's Air Conditioning Button Symbols Explained
Photo: The News Wheel Do you understand your car’s climate control system, or do you just push buttons randomly until the air feels more comfortable? Properly running your vehicle’s air…
Discontinued Toyota models Archives
Searching for a used vehicle that is no longer in production? Many… All automakers have them: those models that seemed like a good idea… Toyota’s sales have been skyrocketing in…
