The News Wheel editorial team

The News Wheel editorial team


Ford Reveals Mustang, F-150 Raptor LEGO Sets

LEGO Speed Champions Ford Mustang Set There are only three things that are certain in life: death, taxes, and LEGO media tie-in lines. Ford is the latest to get in…

In the Rearview: Past, Present, and Future

Welcome once again to In the Rearview, where we bring you some of the top stories on The News Wheel from the past week. This time, we are taking a…

Chevy Silverado, GMC Sierra Are Being Stored at Kokomo Plant

The 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Photo: Chevrolet An ongoing microchip shortage has caused delays in the release of many vehicles. Rather than pausing production of its models completely, General Motors…

All wheel Drive Archives

Picking the drivetrain for your next vehicle can make a major difference… Many luxury brands like Porsche and Mercedes-Benz offer all-wheel drive on their… Toyota has officially launched the Camry…

Ford Airing #FinishStrong Ads During Super Bowl LV

Ford to air #FinishStrong ads regionally during Super Bowl LV Photo: Ford Ford is the latest automaker to announce that it will forego shilling cars during Sunday’s Big Game™ in…

ZR2 Bison Adds New Off-Road Option to Chevy Silverado Lineup

Photo: Chevrolet Just months after unveiling the all-new Silverado ZR2, Chevrolet is adding another off-road beast to its lineup: the 2023 Silverado ZR2 Bison. Silverado vs. the Competition: See how…

Chevy Surprises Truck Anniversary Guests With Reveal of Redesigned 2019 Chevy Silverado

The holiday season is one of great surprises, and it seems that Chevy has a surprise gift for us all: the redesigned 2019 Silverado, which the brand brought to a Chevrolet Truck…

GM Will Play a Key Role in Building Nikola Badger Electric Trucks

GM’s new partnership brings it closer to achieving its vision of an electric future Photo: GM General Motors recently announced its partnership with Nikola Corporation. In return for an 11…

Ford Britain Kicks Off 2020 with Record CV Sales

The Ford Transit Custom Plug-In Hybrid Photo: Ford Motor Company January proved to be a record-setting month for Ford Britain with 8,700 commercial vehicles sold over the first 31 days…

2015 United States Grand Prix Recap: Lewis Hamilton Crowned Champion

Nothing like champagne to mix with the sweat after a race. There will be no easy way to summarize this Grand Prix. The weekend was not punctuated but rather flooded…

This Police Parody of Matthew McConaughey's Lincoln Ads is Really Good

Just when we think we’ve achieved critical mass with parodies of Matthew McConaughey’s overly contemplative Lincoln ads, another one comes along. The latest, brought to us by the Cedar Hill…

2017 Toyota 86 Overview

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Heartbreak for Toyota at Le Mans

The leading #5 Toyota TS050 Hybrid is passed on the final, 384th lap. Photo: Toyota WEC Team/Twitter It couldn’t have happened in a crueler way. Toyota has had its sights…

Charleston, SC

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ev infrastructure Archives

Currently, GM is primarily focused not just on its all-electric lineup plan… It’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic has hit the auto industry… Meet the Bolt: Learn about the…

New Honda Sensing 360 System Features Omni-Directional Sensors

Photo: Honda Honda has announced the next generation of its safety and driver-assistive technology suite: Honda Sensing 360. It will be standard equipment on all new Honda and Acura models…

Worst 5 Breakfasts to Eat During Your Commute

Here at The News Wheel, we do not recommend eating breakfast in the car on your way to work. In fact, we highly discourage it. It’s a safety hazard, a distraction,…

Human Habits that Put Canines at Risk in the Car

Some dogs love a ride in the car; others, not so much. But, no matter if your furry family member loves or hates the four-wheel machine, keeping them safe on…

Chevy Archives

The Chevrolet Blazer EV and the Chevrolet Equinox EV are both some… We previously broke the news that the sixth-generation Camaro will be saying… The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox is known…

Traverse Z71 Archives

The three-row Traverse has been a familiar and popular presence in Chevrolet’s… With its roomy three-row layout, midsize build, and tech-packed interior, the Traverse… Chevrolet’s popular three-row Traverse SUV is…

UK Airport Tests Out Robot Valet Service

Photo: b/60 Love flying but hate the hassle of dealing with airport parking lots? You’re definitely not alone. And soon, you might get your wish of having a more streamlined parking…

4 Hyundai Vehicles Win 2021 Good Housekeeping Awards

The 2021 Hyundai Kona Photo: Hyundai There’s a heavy Hyundai presence on Good Housekeeping’s Best New Family Cars for 2021 list. Four of the automaker’s vehicles were awarded as the…

2020 Nissan Kicks Overview

The 2020 Nissan Kicks is a sporty crossover with unparalleled customization options. But the Kicks has more than style — it’s loaded with comfort, technology, and safety features. The Nissan…

The West Wing Wheels: Harry S. Truman

From Lincoln to Ford, the United States automotive industry has been greatly affected by the Presidents of the United States. Pardon the pun. However, cars have also had a profound…

Most Insurance Companies Don’t Care It’s Not Your Fault – You’ll Still Have to Pay

Enduring a car accident, no matter how small, is still nightmarish for most motorists. Even if your car and your car accident buddy’s car are unharmed, your mental, emotional, and…

8 Cool Items From the Cadillac Merchandise Store

Photo: Cadillac If you drive a Cadillac, odds are, you’d like to show it off. But you can’t always take your Caddy to the gym or boardroom. That’s why GM…

Are the Hyundai Accent and Xcent the Same Thing?

Just by looking, one can see the Hyundai Accent (left) and Xcent (right) are similar, but not identical With news the Indian-built Hyundai Xcent will begin shipping to Mexico in…

It's Raining Money On an Illinois Highway

If you’ve ever found a five dollar bill on the street, it probably made your day. I mean, we see pennies and dimes on parking lot pavement all the time,…

Recent Hyundai Awards Include J.D. Power Quality, Appealing Website Honors

From left to right: Frank Ferrara executive vice president, customer satisfaction, Hyundai; Deirdre Borrego, vice president, general manager, U.S. Automotive division, J.D. Power; Mircea Gradu, executive director, engineering and quality,…

Hyundai Takes Quartet of Top Spots in AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Awards

Hyundai really swept up the awards at this year’s AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Awards (VSAs), taking home four new titles for its trophy cabinet. Nicely Done: Here’s how to keep your…

Couple Hits the Snooze Button When a Car Crashes Into Their Living Room

A couple in Hayward, California missed one strange wake up call on Tuesday morning. Around 2 a.m., a driver on Fairview Avenue had a bit of trouble maintaining control of their vehicle. According to investigators,…

Chrysler 300 Super S Concept Badging

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Nissan and Team Wild Grace Return for the 2020 Rebelle Rally

Photo: Nissan 2020 isn’t strong enough to keep Nissan from the annual Rebelle Rally off-road racing competition, and the automaker is once again sponsoring Team Wild Grace. Members ( and…

Chrysler to Deliver an Additional 500 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrids to Waymo

Waymo just got way more Pacificas Late last year, Chrysler donated 100 custom Pacifica vehicles to Waymo, the self-driving car offshoot of Google. These Chrysler Pacifica models were specially constructed and…

A Brief History of the Turn Signal

Photo: Jacek Rużyczka via CC Turn signals can be a source of both comfort and frustration on the road. It’s great when someone lets you know exactly where they intend…

SUVs Drive 8th Straight Month of Sales Gains for Hyundai

The Hyundai Tucson just broke its record for March sales Photo: Hyundai March was a rough month for vehicle sales, with most automakers reporting decreased numbers. However, Hyundai managed to…

Assetto Corsa Review: Your Italian Racing Simulator

If you love driving or even racing cars, but like most of us have a limited budget, the next best thing to heading to the local track is hopping into…

Chrysler 300 Super S Concept Rear End

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horse and buggy Archives

The economy has a substantial impact on trends in the transportation industry.… Today’s automobiles are all about efficiency, practicality, and streamlining. But for a… We were pretty thrilled when a…

[PHOTOS] 2015 Hyundai Accent Overview

Hyundai has just released information on the highly-anticipated 2015 edition of the beloved Accent. Last year, the Accent won two J.D. Power & Associates accolades: “Highest Ranked Small Car in…

Car Photography Archives

Instagram is one of the most popular social media platforms, with people… With summer on the horizon, outdoor car shows are popping up in… Every year, a handful of our…

Dodge Challenges High School Students to Design 2025 SRT Hellcat

Every year, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles challenges high school students across the country to design the next big vehicle from the Italian-American carmaker, and this year is no exception. The FCA…

NHTSA Estimates Fewer Car Crash Fatalities in 2019

Car accident Photo: Tumisu via Pixabay The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is currently in the process of determining how many car accidents occurred last year. While it’s too early…

Nissan IDx NISMO Concept

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Porsche Taycan Establishes Electric Lap Record at The Bend

Photo: Porsche The Porsche Taycan has set the first all-electric lap record at The Bend Motorsport Park, a 4.8-mile circuit in South Australia. It set a lap time of 3…

How Did Cadillac Get Its Name?

Cadillac is one of the auto industry’s most iconic brands of all time, but it’s far more than that. The word “Cadillac” now signals a general ideal of heightened luxury…

comic book Archives

Have you ever encountered two disparate things that, despite all logic, somehow… During the Halloween season, automotive enthusiasts love to revisit certain classic scary…     Back in 1970, Steve…

Porsche 911 Carrera 4S in Unreal engine

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2018 Subaru Legacy Overview

A classic mid-size sedan, the 2018 Subaru Legacy is bringing a new, sportier style to the 2018 lineup. This year’s model was first introduced at the Chicago Auto Show, and crowds…

Six-Door Jeep Wranglers are the Answer to Your Limo Dreams

The JKUS is a Jeep Wrangler limo that offers the best of both worlds Photo: Forgiato, via Facebook If you want to make a grand entrance to an event, whether…