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McLaren and Toro Rosso to Swap Engine Suppliers for 2018
Photo: Jake Archibald It looks like the speculations about the future of McLaren, Honda, and Alonso in Formula One are finally over in what is turning out to be a…
Hulk Mobile VW Touran from Fast & Furious: Tokyo Drift at Universal Studios
Hulk-ified 2005 VW Touran on display at Universal Studios Orlando Throughout the franchise’s history, The Fast and the Furious has had its ups and downs. While Tokyo Drift certainly wasn’t…
10 Scariest Cars in the World
Here at The News Wheel, we’re huge Halloween fans. Although we’ll be hard at work delivering the latest automotive news today, tonight you’ll find us handing out candy to trick-or-treaters,…
Nissan Frontier Wins J.D. Power 2021 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study
Photo: Nissan The outgoing model of the Nissan Frontier may be a bit long in the tooth, but this truck has stuck around for a reason. According to the J.D.…
History of the Nissan Titan
Photo: Nissan Nissan created the Titan (stylized as TITAN) to provide consumers with an alternative in the full-size pickup truck segment. Although the Japanese automaker assumed sales would never seriously…
What Happens If You Leave Hand Sanitizer in Your Car?
Photo: The News Wheel As we adapt to life during the COVID-19 pandemic, everyone keeps a bottle of hand sanitizer in their car to use when running errands. But if…
Tips for Paying Off Your Car Loan Faster
Photo: The News Wheel I’ve been in the same situation you’re in: You’re thrilled to be driving that new car, but you’re not keen on those monthly payments. That little…
Minivan Sales Down 20% During the First Quarter of 2017
A dark cloud looms over the minivan market If you thought that sedans were suffering in the current automotive market, then wait until you see how minivans are performing. During…
2018 Buick Regal Sportback Overview
The Buick Regal Sportback is a more performance-focused take on the Buick Regal, with a more powerful turbocharged engine and a sleek, eye-catching exterior. The new hatchback offers a tech-centric cabin,…
10 Things to Know About the 2020 Hyundai Palisade
Hyundai just introduced its new 2020 Palisade SUV. Here are 10 things to know about the Korean automaker’s newest model, which should arrive in the U.S. sometime this summer. 1.…
2017 Chicago Auto Show Photo Gallery: Dodge Unveils Several Limited Edition Vehicle Models
For Dodge, automotive shows are a great time to show off the latest special edition vehicles in its lineup. While we might have to wait until the 2017 New York…
[PHOTOS] Toyota Sienna Heads to New York With a Fresh Face
For the last two years, the Toyota Sienna has enjoyed the title of best-selling minivan in America, and Toyota is keen on being able to keep making that claim. Earlier…
Careless Motorcyclist Crashes While Lane Splitting – Or DOES He? [VIDEO]
Ouch Last week, we shared a country-fried video of a Jeep CJ5 jump and roll that left the driver miraculously unharmed. Today we present another bit of YouTube gold that looks…
4 Insider Tips to Get the Best Car Insurance Quotes
Shopping for car insurance can be a pain in the neck. There are so many options to choose from, and so many possibilities that it can be daunting to figure…
Creative Minds Wanted at the New Cadillac House in New York City
The inside of the new Cadillac House will feature a XT5, CT6 and CTS-V Photo: © General Motors Cadillacs, fashion, and coffee will all be coming together on June 2,…
2018 Australian GP: Haas Double Blunder Helps Vettel Win
The first Grand Prix of the 2018 Formula One World Championship was off to a mixed start for Mercedes: on the one hand, Lewis Hamilton had put in a banger…
Shelby GT350R Mustang Makes Ford 3 For 3 at NAIAS
2016 Shelby GT350R Mustang How can you tell that Ford had a positively sublime showing at the 2015 Detroit Auto Show? When the revelation of the Shelby GT350R Mustang, the…
2020 GMC Yukon Earns Best Resale Value Award
2020 GMC Yukon XL Denali Photo: General Motors Kelley Blue Book recently unveiled its list of the 2020 Best Resale Value Brands. The 2020 GMC Yukon received recognition for being…
Restyled 2021 Honda Odyssey Starts at $31,790
Photo: Honda The 2021 Honda Odyssey will go on sale on Aug. 3 with a fresh face, new safety features, upgraded technologies, and a starting price of $31,790, not including…
Nissan, Cummins to Attempt Land Speed Record in 2016 TITAN XD “Triple Nickel”
It seems that the only thing that Nissan enjoys more than ambiguously teasing vehicles is revealing them. So, it was with great relish that Nissan revealed the offhandedly-mentioned Cummins® Project…
Infographic: Pack a Winter Survival Kit
Jack Frost is most definitely in town, with some cities in the Northeast already having seen multiple feet of snow. No matter where you live, it’s important that you’re prepared…
Bloomberg Predicts Increased EV Sales and a Widespread Adoption of the “Vehicle to Grid” Concept
Photo: Mariordo Latest estimates and predictions from Bloomberg New Energy Finance indicates that more than 50% of new cars will be electric by 2040. This predicted boom in EV’s will most…
The Buick Enclave is the Most Googled Vehicle in the Country
It’s beauty and it’s grace. It’s the most-Googled vehicle in the United States. In today’s technological age, the most popular way to learn more about a vehicle that you are…
2020 Jeep Gladiator and Ram Power Wagon Win Gold Winch Awards
2020 Jeep® Gladiator Rubicon on the Rubicon Trail Photo: FCA The Best Midsize Off-Road truck of the year and the Best Heavy Duty Off-Road truck of the year are the…
Production of the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Comes to a Sudden Stop
“Does this minivan come in green?” “At the moment, no.” The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid nabbed yet another award yesterday, this time earning the title of “Northwest Family Green Car…
Fiat and Jeep Protect the Environment in Brazil
Brazilian Plant Photo: Derek Keats The auto industry often gets a bad rep for harming the environment. However, Fiat and Jeep factories are actively working to protect the environment in…
2023 Cadillac LYRIQ Overview
Photo: Cadillac The 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ boasts the honor of being the brand’s first all-electric vehicle. With unique styling and plenty of technology, the LYRIQ proves to be a promising…
First New Ford Fiesta Arrives at Dover, Heads to Birmingham Dealership
Ford’s best-selling car in the UK through the first six months of 2017 is the Ford Fiesta, and the Fiesta has been Britain’s most popular car for some time, which…
Toyota to be the Official Automotive Partner of the 2015 Special Olympics World Games
Toyota is the Official Automotive Partner of the 2015 Special Olympics World Games Last week, reports announced that Toyota would be the official automotive partner of the 2015 Special Olympics…
Ram Shoots for Largest Parade of Pickup Trucks Next Month
Ram shoots for largest parade of pickup trucks next month Ahead of the 2015 Academy of Country Music Awards next month, Ram will be attempting to break the Guinness World…
Cadillac is Third Best Luxury Brand in J.D. Power APEAL Study
2020 Cadillac CT6 Photo: Nan Palermo via CC Cadillac has received quite a few head-nods from J.D. Power this year. Not only did the CT5 and XT4 models top their…
Differences Between the 2021 Cadillac XT4 and 2021 Cadillac XT5
Photo: Cadillac The 2021 Cadillac XT4 and 2021 Cadillac XT5 both have plenty to offer in terms of luxury and technology, but the two models differ in terms of spaciousness,…
What Would Happen (to Cars) if the EPA Disappeared?
Capitol Hill Recently, a group of Republican Congresspeople led by Florida representative Matt Gaetz introduced HR 861, for which the full text hasn’t been completed but the title reads, “To…
Chevrolet Sponsors 2015 MLB All-Star Game Tickets Giveaway
The Chevrolet All-Star Game 2015 Sweepstakes In its capacity as the official automotive sponsor of Major League Baseball, Chevrolet has done some pretty cool things. Like annually decorating Comerica Park,…
2016 Hyundai Tucson Changed from Family SUV to Off-Road Rock Star
We’ve already heard the details on another version of the Hyundai Tucson appearing at the 2015 SEMA Show in November: the 700-horsepower machine from Bisimoto Engineering. While that modified SUV-turned-ute might…
300 Millionth Honda Motorcycle Produced
The Honda Dream Type-D motorcycle, which got things started 65 years ago Although The News Wheel usually only takes an interest in things that have four wheels rather than two,…
Genesis Mint Concept, G90 Sedan Win 2019 Good Design Awards
The Genesis Mint Concept Photo: Genesis The Genesis brand recently received new validation for its beautifully realized vehicles, capturing 2019 Good Design awards for the 2020 G90 sedan and the…
California Reigns as State with Highest Car Thefts
NICB’s report shows that California has the highest number of car thefts in the United States If you’ve got a car and you happen to live in California, we’ve got…
Ford F-Series Moved Big Numbers in the Middle East in 2019
Photo: Ford Ford’s truck sales supremacy in the United States is a well-documented fact, and that rep for being at the top of the pickup game continues to spread in…
Differences Between the 2020 Buick Encore and Encore GX
The 2020 Buick Encore GX Photo: Buick The 2020 Buick Encore and Encore GX are both popular options for small families valuing luxury, comfort, and convenience. While these small SUVs…
Rumor: Is Buick Bringing a Regal Hatchback to the New York Auto Show?
The upcoming Buick Regal could feature a liftback design rather than a traditional trunk For months, rumors have been circulating that Buick planned to introduce a redesigned Regal for the…
Which 2019 Chevy Silverado Trims Can You Buy Right Now?
The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado RST Although the all-new 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has started showing up at dealerships, not every trim level or engine option is available yet. Here’s a…
The Comical Epic Fail of India's 'Taarzan: The Wonder Car' Movie
The spirit leaves the car Photo: Baba Films To successfully launch a new car, you need to garner a lot of attention and interest, especially if it’s a model that’s…
GM Orders Dealers to Stop Selling 2013-2014 Chevrolet Cruze Models
No, GM, suddenly warning dealers to stop selling 2013-2014 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles is in no way nefarious-sounding given your otherwise pristine record of transparity. Boy, just when you start thinking…
Scratch Bringing Lincoln to China Off of the Bucket List
When your brand is nearly a whole century old, there’s likely very little you can’t say that you’ve done. The Lincoln Motor Company, like Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson in…
Introducing the Chevy Silverado 1500 High Desert SEMA Show Car
Chevrolet has introduced a slew of new concepts to start off the 2016 SEMA Show, with an emphasis on custom versions of the brand’s popular pickup trucks. Among them is a Chevy Silverado…
Subaru Loves Pets Initiative Launches with Success
Subaru Loves Pets is a new initiative from Subaru aimed at promoting pet welfare Subaru’s dedication to animal wellbeing for both domesticated and wild animals is no secret. Each year,…
Toyota Yaris History
Toyota Yaris History The Toyota Yaris was first introduced to the market way back in 1999 under the name of the Toyota Echo. Meant to supplement the rush towards creating…
Infographic: Which Car Themed Movie Should You Watch Tonight?
In the age of Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and other streaming options, we tend to struggle with choosing something to watch after a long day of work. Most of the…
Honda Will Use Same F1 Engine Concept in 2019
Honda will use the same Formula One engine design concept in 2019 as the one it introduced in 2017, as it believes the engine still has more potential. Honda rejoined…
