The News Wheel editorial team

The News Wheel editorial team


Ford Ranger Raptor Set to Make Debut in February at Bangkok International Motor Show

It’s been all quiet on the western front since Ford confirmed in September that it is bringing a high-performance Ranger Raptor to the masses sometime next year. It’s also been…

Best Road Trip Movies: Interstate 60 Review

Neal (James Marsden) consults relies on his 8-Ball to make decisions for him. Photo: Screen Media Films Think America doesn’t have a mythological figure in its folklore who grants wishes?…

Why You're Seeing Hilarious Final Fantasy XV Car Memes

Thanks to its fans, Final Fantasy is developing a sense of humor Photo:Hector Bruce and Atomic Flowers It all began with a the original trailer for Final Fantasy XV (which…

How to Get Into Rally Racing

Rally racing is one of the purest and most functional forms of motorsport; driving real cars on real roads as fast as possible. With the world as your racetrack, great…

Behind the Badge: Secrets of the Isuzu Name and Logo

The original Isuzu badge with Japanese name Photo: Pablo Flores via Flickr Isuzu Motors Ltd, the Japanese manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, is the world’s largest truck producer, specializing in commercial…

Proposed Changes to Ohio Driving Laws Will Keep Teens Waiting Longer for License

Make sure your teenager is safe behind the wheel. If a proposed bill grows up to be a law, Ohio teens will be waiting twice as long to earn their…

The Five Best Rap Songs Inspired by Cadillac

Macklemore in “White Walls” Cadillacs have long been the preferred ride of many hip-hop superstars. Everybody from Snoop Doggy Dogg to Kendrick Lamar has featured the classic automobiles in the…

Who is Ben Baller, and Why Does He Have So Many Cool Cars?

When celebrities need a new iced-out grill, chain, or watch, Ben Baller is the man they turn to. Everybody from Drake to Justin Bieber and even the late great Michael…

2016 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan Overview

2016 Cadillac CTS-V Photo: © General Motors The CTS-V is all-new for 2016, featuring a 6.2-liter V8 supercharged engine and four-wheel independent suspension, which combine to produce the most powerful machine Cadillac…

4 Ways to Protect Your Tires from Summer Heat

During the heat of the summer, it’s important to keep your vehicle in great shape — not just inside, but outside too. While routine engine and oil maintenance is common,…

Joe Biden Confesses to Vatican Cardinal that He Was Wrong About How Fast the Cadillac CTS-V Is

Barack Obama may drive the occasional 1963 Corvette and say nice things about the Chevy Bolt, but it’s clear that the real gearhead in the Obama administration is Vice President…

2019 Buick LaCrosse Lineup Adds Stylish New Sport Touring Trim

The 2019 Buick LaCrosse ST Buick is adding a stylish new Sport Touring trim to its 2019 LaCrosse mid-size sedan lineup. The 2019 Buick LaCrosse ST is equipped with a…

Cadillac Cancelled Production of ELR Plug-In Hybrid in February

The Cadillac ELR failed to meet expectations since its debut in 2013 Photo: © General Motors Back in January, Cadillac President Johan de Nysschen essentially read the ELR coupe its…

Cadillac Yanks CT6 Plug-In from U.S. Market

Cadillac is discontinuing the CT6 Plug-In for the U.S. market Cadillac is, well, pulling the plug on the only electrified vehicle in its U.S. lineup. The Cadillac CT6 Plug-In won’t…

How to Fix Peeling Chrome on Wheels

Photo: The News Wheel Shiny chrome rims look mesmerizing on a new car, but a little chip or flake can quickly result in peeling wheels. If your car has chrome-plated…

2016 Cadillac SRX Overview

2016 Cadillac SRX Photo: © General Motors The 2016 Cadillac SRX is five-passenger luxury crossover with a starting MSRP of $37,605. The 2016 SRX has already earned a five-star safety…

Lyft Driver Rides off with Woman’s Child Due to a Misunderstanding

Photo: SPUR A headline from Miami might leave you scratching your head in befuddlement: a Lyft driver drove off with a woman’s child. Was the woman trying to conveniently misplace…

US and China Agree to Cut Emissions in Historic Deal

US President Barack Obama In a landmark agreement, the United States and China agreed Wednesday to work to curb greenhouse gas emissions considerably by 2030. US President Barack Obama and…

Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is the Most Efficient Minivan in History

The Pacifica Hybrid’s distinctive eFlite technology was developed in-house by FCA US Minivans are not usually considered the most fuel efficient-vehicles on the road, but the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid…

Ford Volunteers Engineer Special F-150 Power Wheels for Children with Disabilities

Ford volunteers recently applied their engineering know-how to the task of building seven special Ford F-150 Power Wheels trucks for children with mobility issues. One child, Wyatt Beard, is unable…

Finally, Now We Know How the Camaro Compares to Santa's Sleigh

As the holiday season continues and Christmas draws nearer, one question is becoming more and more important, not to mention hard to ignore: “Just how does the 2018 Camaro ZL1…

Check Out All the Updates for the 2015 Buick Enclave

We’ll see a number of updates for the 2015 Buick Enclave. ©GM The Buick Enclave got an important refresh for the 2014 year, yet updates for the 2015 Buick Enclave…

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What’s New for the 2015 Buick Enclave? The 2015 Buick Enclave is mostly unchanged from the 2014 model in terms of important content. Read up on the slight (though still…

Europe Welcomes the New Nissan Navara Off-Roader AT32

Photo: Nissan The Nissan Navara just got a little wilder for the European market. Known as the Nissan Frontier in North America, this tough little truck’s European cousin now offers…

Renault-Nissan Alliance CEO Talks Hopefully About Future of Electric Vehicles

Renault-Nissan Alliance CEO Carlos Ghosn recently posted on his LinkedIn Influencer account with his views on the future of electric vehicles. According to Ghosn, the future is bright. First of…

Ford's 16-Million-Square-Foot Rouge Center Goes Zero-to-Landfill

Ford has achieved an aim two years in the making, announcing this month that the Ford Rouge Center has gone landfill-free, becoming the automaker’s largest manufacturing facility to earn the…

Driving Tips to Help You Celebrate Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day

Photo: Jeroen Kransen The official date of Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day varies from state to state, with Wisconsin celebrating in late November and Michigan declaring the holiday in March. But…

GM Looks to Boost Sales, Manufacturing in India

The GM Korea Design Center Photo: © General Motors Rising labor costs may ultimately stymie General Motors’ manufacturing operations in Korea, but the automaker seems poised to make India a…

Production Begins at Infiniti Decherd Powertrain Plant

Production is officially underway at the Infiniti Decherd Powertrain Plant in Decherd, Tennessee. The plant is the latest fruit borne from a collaboration between the Renault-Nissan Alliance and Daimler AG.…

Review of Rob Cramer's 'Turbo Drift' Micro Card Game

For as many automotive racing board and card games have been made over the years, very few of them involve the white-knuckled sport of drifting. Originating on the hairpin turns…

Future for the BMW i3 and i8 Unclear as BMW Introduces New Electric Vehicles

 BMW’s original modern-day EVs might actually be on their way out BMW’s mission to expand its electric lineup is certainly no secret. The automaker seems to be right on track…

Review: Moso Natural Air Purifying Bag Absorbs Nasty Car Smells

It’s impossible to maintain that “new car smell” forever. Eventually, spilled food, mud smears, pet stank, and body odors will turn the clean upholstery into nauseating reservoirs of filth. You…

2015 Honda Odyssey Pricing Announced

It’s that time of year once again when automakers begin announcing pricing for their latest and greatest, and we know exactly what you’re thinking. Somewhere in the deep recesses of…

Chevy Equinox Makes 2020 List of Safe Vehicles for Teens

The 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Photo: Chevrolet The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety unveiled its 2020 Safe Vehicles for Teens list, which is comprised of inexpensive used vehicles that you can…

How to Make the Used Car You Just Bought Less Germ-Infested

You’ve spent months looking for a used car that’s within your budget and meets all your expectations. As you exchange the money for the title and drive away in your…

Genesis Puts Price Tag on New 2022 GV70 SUV

Photo: Genesis Pricing and trim-level details are here for the all-new 2022 Genesis GV70 — a sporty five-passenger SUV that emphasizes drivability, high-tech luxury, and sophisticated styling. On a Roll:…

Mercedes CES Concept Will Be a Semi-Autonomous Lounge Room

We are a little more than a week away from the kickoff of the 2015 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, where Mercedes-Benz Chairman Dieter Zetsche will deliver the…

2015 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk Is the Four Wheeler of the Year

Four Wheel Magazine has named the 2015 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk the Four Wheeler of the Year. Pictured: 2014 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk Last week, Four Wheel Magazine named the 2015 Jeep…

Toyota Introduces New Premium Trims for Off-Road Tundra Models

Photo: Toyota Canada For 2020, Toyota is introducing new luxurious trim levels for its off-road-ready Tundra 4×4 models. The Tundra full-size pickup will be offered with TRD Sport Premium and…

What Type of Tow Truck Do You Need?

Photo: Rasbak At some point or another, most drivers will end up stranded and waiting expectantly for a tow truck company to arrive on the scene to pull them out…

Where Is the Pizza Planet Truck in Each Pixar Movie?

The signature car of Pixar Photo: Disney/Pixar Over the years, Pixar has become famous for the extraordinary number of cameos and secret references it scatters throughout its movies.  Sometimes, these…

United Van Lines Survey Shows Americans are Moving South and West

Go west, young mover! Photo: R0Ng via CC Moving to a new state can be quite the stressful experience, what with the high cost of moving and the time it…

GM Infotainment Systems to Integrate Google Maps, Google Assistant

GM will integrate Google Assistant into its infotainment systems starting in 2021 Photo: General Motors General Motors will soon integrate an array of new infotainment technologies into its vehicles through…

Cadillac Retires Old Logo, Introduces New Monochrome Logo

The 2023 Cadillac Lyriq is just one of the upcoming models that will feature the brand’s new monochrome logo Photo: Cadillac If you’re a fan of Cadillac’s current colorful logo,…

2021 Jeep Gladiator Willys Makes Its Debut

The 2021 Jeep Gladiator Willys Photo: FCA Jeep recently introduced the all-new Willys edition for the 2021 Gladiator. Following the popularity of the Wrangler Willys model, this edition adds more…

All Tested 2021 Mazda Models Earn Top Safety Pick+ Award

Photo: Mazda Mazda vehicles are known to be stylish and fun to drive, but they’ve got a growing reputation for their impressive safety ratings. This year, every 2021 Mazda model…

How Can You Tell that the 2017 Toyota 86 is No Longer a Scion FR-S?

The Toyota 86 on display at the New York Auto Show Starting with the 2017 model year, the sporty coupe formerly known as the Scion FR-S will move into Toyota’s…

Man Uses Laser Cutter to Create Vin Diesel-Shaped Ham Sandwich

“I don’t got friends… I got hamily” There seems to be an emerging trend of people attempting to pay tribute to the stars of the Fast and Furious franchise (not…

Eww! There's More Bacteria on Car Seats than Toilet Seats

Photo:Jessica Digiacomo You probably don’t think about the germs on car seats when you slide into your minivan and strap your kids into their child car seats in the back.…

2022 Cadillac XT5 Gains Brembo Brake Package

Photo: Cadillac For the 2022 model year, you’ll be able to add some extra stopping power to your Cadillac XT5. Here’s what the newly available Brembo Brake Package will add…