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Increase in 2014 Nissan LEAF Domestic Content
2014 Nissan LEAF According to Green Car Reports, Nissan has upped the amount of North American content used in its Nissan LEAF, making it more competitive in that regard with…
New Campaign Pits Mustang Mach-E v. Everything
Mustang Mach-E don’t care. It’ll fight anybody. Whatever. Bring it Photo: Ford Ford launched a new campaign this week called Mustang Mach-E v. Everything. With five short ads, Ford looks…
Google’s Street View Cars Will Now Map Smog
Google Street View Opel Cars Image: Emily Jenkins The Google Street View team has been hard at work since 2007 to photograph roadways and attractions around the world (and catch…
Chevy’s Truck and SUV SEMA Concepts Showcase Luxury
SEMA is just heating up in Las Vegas, but already, Chevy’s truck and SUV SEMA concepts have been generating quite the buzz. Among the concepts are the Silverado High Desert…
Tree Crushes LEAF Because Nature Loves Irony
SCP-2159 – The Car-Hating Tree If you ask someone who is still prone to dropping euphemisms first popularized fifty-or-so years ago that are meant to demean people concerned with the…
2018 GMC Canyon Overview
The 2018 GMC Canyon is built to perform, but it offers more than just capability. Its diesel engine earns a best-in-class fuel economy rate of 30 mpg on the highway.…
4 Best Off-Road Parks in Georgia
Georgia offers a wide variety of terrain, from muddy to mountainous, which makes it a off-road enthusiasts’s paradise. Check out these four popular motorcycle & ATV parks in Georgia to…
Is It Ever Safe to Drive Home After Surgery?
Consult with your doctor about when it’s OK for you to drive after a procedure If you have an upcoming surgery, it’s important to plan your transportation to and from…
How to Flush a Car Radiator
Here’s a maintenance task that many cars still need — especially older ones: radiator flushes. Flushing out your car’s coolant, rinsing the reservoir, and refilling with fresh coolant should be…
‘F1: Drive to Survive’: How Season 3 Shamefully Uses Death for Drama
Photo: Takayuki Suzuki via CC The Netflix documentary series Formula 1: Drive to Survive has done wonders for bringing new fans to the sport. Sadly, the third season of the…
2018 Chevrolet Volt Overview
In the land of electrified vehicles, one plug-in hybrid stands alone, with a full 53 miles of range as well as hatchback versatility and surprising electric driving dynamics: the 2018…
New BMW Z4 Rumored to Make Its World Debut at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance
Could BMW’s mysterious performance model be the long-awaited BMW Z4? During Monterey Car Week last year, the BMW Concept 8 Series Coupe made its North American debut at the Pebble Beach…
GM Recalls 1.3 Million Vehicles for Power Steering Problem
The Saturn ION was involved in yet another GM recall on Monday This afternoon, General Motors announced…yeah, you got it…another recall. This time, they are calling back 1.3 million vehicles…
Kia Soul and Its Impressive Tech Recognized by J.D. Power
Make some more room on the awards shelf, Kia! Photo: Kia Motors Marketing research company J.D. Power recently released its 2019 rankings for vehicles across all segments and automakers, ranging…
2021 GMC Yukon AT4 Adds New Premium Plus Package
The 2021 GMC Yukon AT4 Photo: GMC The GMC Yukon was completely redesigned for the 2021 model year, offering a more spacious interior, new powertrain options, and the new AT4…
2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Overview
As an all-American Chevy, the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is built to perform. With three engine options, seven trims, three cab lengths, and three box lengths, you can truly make…
GM Apparently Leaks 2017 6.6-liter L5P Duramax Turbo Diesel Engine Details
General Motors’ trucks have long been in competition with those from Ford and Ram, so the automaker’s upcoming Heavy Duty Silverado and Sierra, to be revealed in just a few…
2019 Buick Encore Overview
The 2019 Buick Encore is an affordable, luxurious compact crossover filled with the latest technology and an abundance of customizable features and amenities. With a starting MSRP of $23,200, the…
Top Stocks to Invest in as Self-Driving Car Trend Increases
Photo: geralt While manufacturers are still perfecting automated vehicle technology, it’s likely that the gradual increase of self-driving cars on the roads will result in a boost in certain stocks.…
2015 Honda Fit Price Leak Suggests Marginal Jump in MSRP
2015 Honda Fit at the Chicago Auto Show. If you’re anything like us, you’re extremely excited about the 2015 Honda Fit. Like, really excited. One might even say that you’re…
2014 Jeep Cherokee Shipping Out to Dealers
2014 Jeep Cherokee shipping out to dealers and hitting the road soon. Those of you who have been patiently waiting for the arrival of the 2014 Jeep Cherokee don’t have…
12 Unique Things to Hang from Your Car's Rearview Mirror
You can hang more from your mirror than just air fresheners Photo: Tony Alter via CC When I was young, I remember my mother hanging my baby shoes from her…
What the Villains Drive in “The LEGO Batman Movie”
For a second week in the row, The LEGO Batman Movie has reigned supreme at the box office. With a total gross of $107 million dollars so far, the animated…
Before You Buy Electric: The Most Expensive EVs Per Mile
The electric vehicle world has been abuzz with the release of BMW’s i3 (pictured) and i8. Photo: BMW Tesla, BMW, Nissan, Honda, Ford, Chevrolet, and soon even Hyundai. Automotive manufacturers…
Cadillac to Debut Electric Brake Wear Sensors on 2019 CT6
A new model year brings with it an abundance of new makes as well as updated features and tech. Cadillac is no exception. Besides adding the XT4 crossover to its…
Ford China Labor Union Wins Best Union Award
Photo: Ford Motor Company For the fifth year in a row, the Ford China Labor Union took home the Best Union Award from the Shanghai Foreign Service Group Union. In…
5 Drive-Thru Holiday Light Displays in West Virginia
Nothing brings out your Christmas spirit more than driving through a holiday light display covered in snow while you sip a hot mocha in your warm car. The Mountain State…
2021 Cadillac XT4 Overview
Photo: Cadillac As the entry-level SUV in Cadillac’s lineup, the 2021 XT4 is meant to deliver signature styling alongside a relatively affordable price tag. For the latest model year, this…
Cadillac Escala Rumored to Officially Enter Production in 2021
If these rumors are true, then this beauty might one day appear on your driveway One of Cadillac’s most talked-about vehicles isn’t even in the automaker’s current model lineup. Ever since…
Ford to Build Mustang Mach-E in China
Changan Ford will build the Mustang Mach-E domestically for China Photo: Ford As part of its push to grow in the world’s largest new car market, Ford Motor Company will…
Ladies' Choice: How Dodge Used Gender to Sell A Car
Despite popular beliefs, women are an important part of the automotive industry. A recent study has found that women play a leading role in 85% of car-buying purchases, and The News…
AAA Tests Vehicle Escape Tools, Finds Them Effective in Certain Situations
Hopefully, you’ve never found yourself trapped in a submerged vehicle. But if you do, a vehicle escape tool can help you escape from it. A recent AAA study confirms that…
3 Drive-Thru Holiday Light Displays in Colorado
Photo: Kimmie Nguyen via CC Colorado boasts a range of family-friendly pastimes for the holidays. Whether you prefer hitting the slopes or staying inside watching Christmas movies and drinking cocoa,…
Elvis' Pink Cadillac Travels 4,400 Miles To Be Displayed In London
Elvis’ 1955 pink Cadillac Fleetwood 60. Photo: Malcolm Surgenor Elvis’ 1955 pink Cadillac Fleetwood 60 recently took a 4,400-mile trip from Memphis to London so it could be displayed at…
3 Drive-Thru Holiday Light Displays in Oklahoma
Winters in the Sooner State can be chilly and damp. Don’t let inclement weather put a damper on the holiday’s festive spirit, though. Here are a few drive-thru light displays to…
Pink Mary Kay Cadillacs Are a Mainstay
Pink Mary Kay Cadillacs assembled for the company’s 50th Anniversary Photo courtesy of Mary Kay This year marks the 45th year of the pink Mary Kay Cadillacs being awarded to…
SPD Glass Lowers Emissions and Keeps Cabins Cooler
The luxury glass that was once a premium feature on high-end convertibles might soon be an available option on the next new vehicle you buy. Research Frontiers, a nanotechnology research…
2018 Cadillac CT6 Plug-In Overview
With the introduction of the Cadillac CT6, Cadillac set out to establish a flagship sedan that embodied the qualities of the luxury brand. One quality that the CT6 was somewhat lacking in,…
Miami Grand Prix is Officially Joining 2022 F1 Calendar
Soon this area will be contained inside a race track Photo: elisfkc2 via CC After years of plans and rumors, the Miami Grand Prix is finally official. The race will…
BREAKING: The GMC Hummer EV Will Have a Crab Mode
Mark your calendar for Oct. 20 to witness the Hummer EV’s debut Photo: General Motors Antsy for the GMC Hummer EV’s October release date? You’re not alone. Now, there’s one…
Brett Favre Drives Peyton Manning Around in Bart Starr’s Corvette
Peyton Manning at a convention Photo: Gage Skidmore To promote his new show, “Peyton’s Places,” Peyton Manning starred alongside Brett Favre in a promotional video. Part of the video showed…
2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Overview
An all-new addition to Mitsubishi’s lineup, the Eclipse Cross sits comfortably in the CUV segment between the Outlander and the Outlander Sport. The 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is available in…
Behind the Badge: The History & Future of Vauxhall's Griffin Emblem
What is this curious entity on the Vauxhall badge? Photo: Jon Large via cc/Flickr Being that it’s a European brand, those of us in the United States don’t often keep…
Most Pickup Trucks Have Awful Headlights According to IIHS
The GMC Sierra’s headlights are alright A few months ago, the IIHS shared the result of a test that showed that out of 21 small SUVs and 31 midsize cars,…
7 Reasons Why School Buses Don't Have Seat Belts
Photo: Holly Chaffin As a parent, you send your child off to school each morning on the big yellow bus that stops in front of your house. Have you ever…
Gawk at the Beauty of the Nissan LEAF Convertible
We all love the Nissan LEAF here at The News Wheel and what it’s doing to promote adoption of electric vehicles, but even we have to admit that the car…
2016 Dodge Viper ACR Is a Monster—A Street-Legal Monster
The 2016 Dodge Viper ACR Drivers beware—there’s a new beast on the streets, and it’s called the 2016 Dodge Viper ACR. This completely street-legal but “track-focused” monster is powered by…
2019 Maserati Levante GTS Debuts at Goodwood with 550 HP
As if the immensely quick, V6-powered Maserati Levante weren’t enough, the Italian engineers decided to make the luxury SUV even more powerful by equipping it with the V8 from the…
Introducing the 2015 Kia Forte Koup
Introducing the 2015 Kia Forte Koup Kia has recently introduced the 2015 Kia Forte Koup, which is more sporty and fun to drive than ever before. The award-winning two-door coupe…
National Corvette Museum Purchases Over 200 Acres of Land for Future Expansion
The National Corvette Museum is prepared for a big expansion sometime in the distant future The National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky, is currently one of the country’s most…
