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2015 GMC Yukon Overview
2015 GMC Yukon Overview The 2015 GMC Yukon has been completely redesigned, featuring increased engine output and improved fuel economy, more standard features and improved options, an integrated fold-flat third-row…
Lincoln Navigator Concept Wows Media Throngs at Seoul Motor Show
Days prior to the reveal of the 2018 Lincoln Navigator at the 2017 New York International Auto Show, its source of inspiration—the year-old Lincoln Navigator Concept—made its Asian debut with…
Black History Month Reads: ‘Driving While Black’
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#asktheNEWMINI Hashtag Provides Answers to Your Burning Questions
The new MINI Hardtop If you have ever wished you could ask a MINI Cooper the meaning of life, here’s your chance! Whether you want to know an actual fact…
movie cars Archives
As the debate rages regarding the future of physical media, my mind… Love all things automotive? Check out these car-related movies and television shows… Each month, Vehicular Viewing rounds up…
Nissan Canton Employees Partner with Habitat for Humanity to Help Mississippi Family
Employees at the Nissan Canton Vehicle Assembly Plant worked with Habitat for Humanity Mississippi Capital Area to build a home for the Wilder family Photo: Nissan The employees of the…
Nissan Benefits from 'Star Wars' Connection
This August, well in advance of the Rogue One: A Star Wars Story premiere, it was announced that the Star Wars franchise would be working with several brands, forming partnerships with the likes of Nissan, Verizon,…
Rallyman GT Review: An Adrenaline Rush of Dice-Rolling & Car Racing
Photo: The News Wheel When it comes to the most esteemed motorsports board games, Rallyman is near the top of the list. Unfortunately, not many people have gotten to play…
Chicago Auto Show pictures Archives
The Chicago Auto Show is officially done for this year, but we… Each automaker has the opportunity to bring the best vehicles in their… The Chicago Auto Show is winding…
Birthplace of the Model T Thrives 110 Years Later
1912 Model T Although the city of Detroit is the butt of many jokes, it really only takes a closer look to find some of America’s hidden gems in this…
Ford F-150 History
2021 Ford F-150 Photo: Ford The Ford F-Series has been the best-selling pickup truck in the U.S. since 1977, and the best-selling vehicle since 1981. The F-Series moniker includes several…
Driving Archives
When you’ve seen hundreds of drivers block the left lane on the highway before, what’s another?… The upcoming remaster of the beloved Mass Effect trilogy might be able to correct…
2022 Kia Carnival Overview
2022 Kia Carnival Photo: Kia The “Carnival” nameplate has existed for over 20 years in the Kia lineup — just not in the U.S. Here, we knew the vehicle as…
Monster Energy is the New Sponsor of NASCAR
Could Monster Energy help bring a younger audience to the NASCAR Cup Series? Photo: © Royal Broil There isn’t much of an offseason for the NASCAR Cup Series. It was…
Soccer Fans Rejoice Over Special Edition GO! Hyundai Models
Lovers of soccer (or “football,” if you prefer) are passionate and enthusiastic about their sport. All around the world, stadiums are packed with die-hard fans parading their team spirit in as many ways as…
GM Takes Further Military Step, Applies for ‘GM Defense’ Trademark
General Motors has always been highly involved with the US military, but lately has been stepping up its involvement in offering its alternative-fuel vehicles for military use, specifically with the…
A Brief Look into the History of Formula 1
The F1 track at the Spanish Grand Prix We’ll start with a disclaimer: Formula 1 has a long and rich history, full of heritage and drama and danger and cutting-edge…
Next Oscar Winner? Probably Not: Need For Speed Review
Since the Oscars, many Americans like me have been trying to catch up and see all of the films nominated for the various awards, if only so you could sound…
Toyota Archives
A next-generation lithium-ion battery capable of 620 miles of range has been revealed to be due in 2026, followed by solid-state batteries with 900 miles of range… If you’re looking…
2017 Lincoln MKX Overview
The 2017 Lincoln MKX is a five-passenger luxury SUV that distinguishes itself from other premium competitors by simply offering more. The Black Label trim makes the purchasing process and ownership…
2019 Toyota Supra Goes On Sale Next Year with Confirmed Straight Six Engine
Concrete details surrounding the upcoming Toyota Supra are finally emerging, with the automaker confirming the all-new sports car will make its global debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed that…
Ford Teams with Luke Combs, Guitars 4 Vets at ACM Awards
Ford teamed with Luke Combs to honor vets during the ACM Awards Photo: Ford Last month, Ford Motor Company joined forces with Guitars 4 Vets and Luke Combs — one…
2016 Kia Sorento Overview
The all-new 2016 Kia Sorento (right) sits next to the outgoing 2015 model (left) For the 2016 model year, Kia’s Sorento will feature a body that’s stronger and a wheelbase…
2019 Buick Regal Sportback Overview
Even just a few years ago, the future of the Buick Regal line seemed rather uncertain. In response to this uncertainty, Buick made the bold choice to split the Regal…
GM Adds 3,000 Tech Jobs to Help Achieve Electrification Goals
GM’s focus on electrification will impact hiring trends through the first quarter of 2021 Photo: GM Introducing new electric models like the 2022 Bolt EUV isn’t the only step GM…
Toyota Leads Manufacturers in 2020 Vincentric Best Value Awards
Photo: Toyota Toyota Canada has won eleven 2020 Vincentric Best Value in Canada Awards. That’s more than any other manufacturer, and incredibly, it’s a distinction the automaker can claim to…
electricity Archives
When the power went out in my apartment, I spent six hours in my car charging my phone and confronting my dependency on devices.… When lightning strikes, most of us…
Dodge Magnum Named Most Popular Used Car for Millennials
The Dodge Magnum topped Edmunds.com’s Most Popular Used Cars for Millennials list Photo: Allen If you want to know what’s trendy at the moment, then you should always look to…
Mazda Unveils Refreshed CX-5 at Seattle Auto Show
Mazda’s CX-5 crossover is arguably the star of its lineup. Now, about a month and a half after we saw a leaked dealership document with details of a refreshed CX-5…
Which Car Headlights Work Best?
Photo: Steve Johnson via CC Unless you’re Lightning McQueen, car headlights are a necessity. Even if you don’t drive in the dark much, your headlights can help increase your visibility…
You Could Own Tom Brady’s Cadillac for Only $300,000
Imagine this, but bigger, fancier, and once driven by Tom Brady Photo: Cadillac Have you ever woken up with a sudden urge to own a celebrity’s vehicle? Sure, who hasn’t?…
2017 Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback Priced at $22,190
The 2017 Chevrolet Cruze will become available later this year Photo: © General Motors Last month, General Motors denied a report that Cadillac was planning a new hatchback model based…
2023 Cadillac Escalade Overview
Photo: Cadillac As the biggest vehicle in the Cadillac lineup, the Escalade has been the pinnacle of large SUV luxury for more than 20 years. The 2023 Cadillac Escalade arrives…
2016 Porsche 911 Overview
2016 Porsche 911 GT3 RS The 2016 Porsche 911 is a rear-engine sports car with a starting MSRP of $89,400. The Porsche 911 has been in production since 1963 and…
CARB Archives
General Motors proposed a national zero-emission car sales requirement that could offer… The Trump administration has proposed a rollback of fuel economy and pollution… California has historically had a huge…
Dwayne Johnson Displays His Affection for the Ford F-150 Via Instagram
There are many celebrities who endorse automobiles, but not many of them seemingly have the genuine passion for the brand they represent more than Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson does for…
child safety Archives
Parents with young children will appreciate the 2022 Hyundai Tucson’s latest achievement:… Even as automotive safety technology advances, riding in a car is still… Child safety initiatives continue to flourish…
Garage Italia Customs Archives
Since the day the BMW i3 and i8 were presented to the… At this time every year, jazz lovers from around the world swarm… The Jeep Renegade is known as…
RV Industry Archives
Though camping was already growing before COVID-19, it experienced a major upward surge since the outbreak of the pandemic… For every 10,000 residents, Maine generates more than $600,000 in annual…
Ford F-250 Archives
While Shaquille O’Neal currently works as a NBA commentator for TNT, it… Have you ever had one of those days where you are trying… Believe it or not, one of…
Star Wars Themed Fiat 500e Mesmerizes the Audience at the LA Auto Show
Custom Painted Fiat 500e “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” Stormtrooper Science fiction fans had to love the new Fiat 500e that was recently showcased at the 2015 LA Auto Show;…
2020 Eclipse Cross Earns 5-Star Overall Safety Rating
2019 Eclipse Cross Photo: Mitsubishi Motors The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave the 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating. This is the second year in a…
Safety First: Five Useful Tips for Winter Driving
Photo: The News Wheel It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, which means a blanket of snow on your car and a sheet of ice on the road. Winter…
road safety Archives
The Volvo Cars Safety Centre, which is responsible for the automaker's safety ambitions, celebrates its 20th anniversary this year.… In the coming days and weeks, countless drivers will be taking…
Shell-Toyota Partnership to Build a Handful More Hydrogen Refueling Stations
The Toyota Mirai at the hydrogen station in Zaventem Photo: © Robin De Raedt /Toyota If alternate-fuel vehicles in the United States were a carful of kids, hydrogen fuel cell…
2021 Dodge Durango Reportedly Set for Fall Release
The current 2020 Dodge Durango SRT Photo: FCA FCA has kept much information about the new 2021 Dodge Durango under wraps. However, sources have revealed that Dodge engineering teams have…
EV Archives
Even if HondaLink is a good system, it will never be as good as the smartphone tech developed by Apple or Google… A next-generation lithium-ion battery capable of 620 miles…
Fourth Ford Resource and Engagement Center Opening in Romania
Ford Fund has announced plans for the establishment of a fourth Ford Resource and Engagement Center and the first in Europe. A $1 million, four-year investment from Ford in partnership…
Stealing the Spotlight: Selfie-Taking Corolla Mingles with the Beautiful People
The selfie-taking Corolla on the red carpet The Toyota Corolla recently received a makeover that put it at the top of the compact sedan totem pole as far as looks…
GMC Sierra 1500 and GMC Canyon Earn Spots on US News’ List of 2020 Reliable Trucks
020 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Photo: GMC The editors at U.S. News & World Report assembled the 12 Most Reliable Pickup Trucks in 2020, based on reliability data from J.D.…
