The News Wheel editorial team

The News Wheel editorial team


Report: Pedestrian Death in Car Crashes Rise to Record Levels

As more and more cars have been sold, typically the “record levels of collisions” talk has revolved around vehicle-to-vehicle crashes or vehicle-to-object crashes. However, according to the Associated Press, we…

turbocharged Archives

Turbochargers have become exponentially more common among today’s vehicles. Even some pickup… Even though the 2019 Silverado 1500 debuted at the Detroit auto show… Contrary to previous reports, the next…

Rumor: Declining Sedan Sales Could Lead to Model Discontinuations for GM

Factory workers want to know how declining sedan sales might affect their jobs By the end of 2017, General Motors wants to decrease the supply of vehicles it has from…

Hidden Costs of Buying Discount Car Insurance

Every state legally requires drivers to have auto insurance, so it’s an unavoidable expense that comes along with car ownership. Naturally, you don’t want to spend any more on insurance…

From Gas Guzzlers to Propane Hogs: Pros and Cons of Propane-Powered Cars

Photo: Patrick Feller If you’re a car enthusiast, you’re no stranger to the world of alternative fuel — we’ve showcased everything from algae-source biofuels to cars that run on coffee…

The Grand Tour Kicks Off Season 3 in Detroit

Having just about finished the first three books, last night I sat down to watch The Expanse series on Amazon Prime with my fiancée, only to see in the video…

Mercedes-Benz's Sensual Purity Design Philosophy Explained

The Mercedes-Benz Sensual Purity design philosophy may sound as though it was inspired by a bad erotica novel, but there’s a lot more to it than meets the eye—metaphorically speaking,…

It’s Official: Nissan Buys Mitsubishi for $2.3 Billion

Nissan has officially taken over 34% of Mitsubishi It’s official: Nissan has just finalized a 237 billion yen ($2.29 billion) investment to acquire 34% of Mitsubishi Motors, making it the…

2014 Archives

If you’ve been feeling down because your “old” Kia doesn’t offer Apple… While some people have made (and in many cases, already broken) New… Another holiday season has come to…

concept Archives

With 2020 just beginning, the year’s first major auto shows are kicking… Honda will present a new Augmented Driving Concept at 2020 CES, which… As the all-electric and self-driving vehicle…

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 Added on September 28, 2021  The News Wheel « Previous Image Back to Post

KBB Names 10 Tech-Savviest Cars Under $20K

The 2014 Versa Note was one of the 10 Tech-Savviest Cars Under $20,000 The surefire way to the millennial car-buyer’s heart is through technology. In order for a new car…

google assistant Archives

Chevrolet and GMC are rolling out Google built-in services for some of… Fear not, parents with teen drivers: it only works while parked.… The Pixel's new Personal Safety app can…

gas Archives

The most effective way to save fuel is to limit the amount of time you spend driving in the first place… The coronavirus pandemic is having an effect on businesses…

BMW Group US Sales in April Up 2 Percent

Sales of the BMW 2 Sereies Coupe contributed to BMW’s April successes BMW Group US Sales in April totaled 29,592 vehicles (BMW and MINI combined), resulting in a 2 percent…

Kylie Jenner Buys a New Mercedes-Benz Convertible as a Birthday Gift for Friend

It must be great to be friends with reality TV star Kylie Jenner. You get to do all the fabulous rich-people stuff like walk red-carpets, get into any club you…

If You Drive Drunk, Your Car Could Become A Coaster

Drunk driving is a serious problem in this country, and several campaigns from the federal government and non-profit organizations are aimed at curbing the behavior. Almost all of the tactics…

5 Greatest Concept Cars in the History of Buick

Photo: The News Wheel The Buick Motor Division of General Motors is well-known for the entry-level luxury crossovers and sedans it produces nowadays, such as the 2017 Buick Encore and…

Mistakes To Avoid As A New Car Owner

Being a new car owner is an exciting yet overwhelming milestone in life. There is so much to process — the paperwork, the costs, the maintenance — and so much…

2015 Volkswagen Golf Wins Motor Trend Car of the Year Award

The 2015 Volkswagen Golf family, left to right: the Golf TSI, GTI, and TDI Awards-season has been kind to the Golf. First, Yahoo Autos gave their Car of the Year…

Honda Accord Named 2020 Edmunds Top Rated Sedan

Photo: Honda When the current, 10th generation Honda Accord first launched at the end of 2017 as a 2018 model, it began to rack in so many industry awards that…

'Adam Ruins Everything' Takes On Electric Cars

If you have access to truTV (or CollegeHumor’s YouTube channel), you are probably familiar with Adam Conover and his show Adam Ruins Everything. As the name implies, each episode tackles a new…

Vin Diesel Joins Dodge's 'Brotherhood of Muscle'

Vin Diesel will huff and puff and blow the competition away In Vin Diesel’s Fast & Furious movies, his character, Dom Toretto, is always talking about the importance of family.…

Are Billboards Dangerously Distracting?

Everyone’s concerned about distracted driving these days–and for good reason. Many accidents happen every day, due to drivers who take their eyes off the road to check their phone or…

How to Safely Transport Hot Food This Holiday

Photo: Betty’s Kitchen Traveling with hot food in your vehicle can be challenging, especially on long road trips during the holidays. If you find yourself freaking out every time you bring a…

A History of Licensed Dodge & Jeep Video Games

The Fiat-Chrysler family of brands has produced a lot of great models over the years, and many of them come from Dodge and Jeep. The most popular Dodge and Jeep…

extreme Archives

This is what it would look like if Malibu Barbie came from… While its production version still hasn’t been revealed, another new 2015 Honda… Want to know why the Silverado…

Toyota Patents Cloaking Device to Help You See Through Car Pillars

If the word “cloaking device” makes you think of Harry Potter’s invisibility cloak or the Romulans in Star Trek, your associations may soon be overridden by none other than Toyota,…

My First Time Driving Was Almost Disastrous

Photo: GMC When you’re young, there are few prospects more enticing than learning how to drive. Maybe it’s the sense of freedom or autonomy that a license offers. Maybe it’s…

4 Drive-Thru Holiday Light Displays in North Carolina

Christmas lights are one of the most festive parts any holiday season. This year, like last, drive-thru light displays that allow for natural social distancing are sure to be popular…

2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer Overview

Photo: Chevrolet The 2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer is a budget-friendly small SUV that doesn’t skimp on customization and convenience. From its versatile interior to its sporty good looks, here’s a glance…

Goofy Road Trip Movies: Due Date Review

There’s a lot of personality between the two lead actors. Too bad the script couldn’t keep up. Photo: Warner Bros. Pictures Two of this century’s highest-grossing and renowned comedic personalities have…

Drive a Flashy Car? Women Won’t See You as Husband Material

In almost all forms of media, the man who stereotypically gets the girl has a pretty nice car. It seems as if art does not imitate life, according to a…

4 Features That Improve Family Travel

No matter the distance and time on the road, family travel is challenging. But a few features can improve the experience for you and your kids. If you’re in the…

2024 Honda Prologue EV Gets 300-Mile Range

Photo: Honda A few months ago, Honda revealed some of the sweet tech powering the infotainment aboard the Prologue, the company’s first mass-market all-electric SUV. At the time, the automaker…

Why Cars Give Inaccurate Outside Temperature Readings

Photo: Pixabay If your vehicle has a dashboard temperature display, you’ve probably noticed at least a few instances when it seemed to give the wrong temperature. You’re not alone. Apparently,…

2018 Hyundai Ioniq Earns “Best Hybrid Car” Title from U.S. News & World Report

The 2018 Hyundai Ioniq is deserving of its recent award. U.S. World News & Report has just granted it the “2018 Best Hybrid Car” title. An EPA-estimated 58 mpg combined city/highway…

Auto racing Archives

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced another event cancelation: the 2020 Chevrolet Detroit… Despite getting banged up in a frightening plane crash last week, retired… Thanks to a joint effort by…

wireless charging Archives

Wireless charging is an added convenience that makes it easy for people… Electric vehicles have one particular convenient feature that beats out internal combustion… Hey, you. Person who is considering…

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5 Socially Distanced Fall Road Trip Destinations

With a little forethought and strategy, it’s easy to plan a fall road trip while minimizing exposure to crowds Got wanderlust but want to steer clear of crowded vacation destinations…

Enclave Archives

Over the last several months, Buick has been debuting new SUV models… Buick started this holiday season by collaborating with The Harris Poll to… March 26th is known as Solitude…

Honda Rejoins Formula 1 in 2026 with Aston Martin Racing

Photo: Lukas Raich via CC It’s official: Honda will return to Formula 1 in 2026 as the exclusive engine manufacturer for the Aston Martin Racing team. Honda had left the…

TAWA Names 2015 Chrysler 300 “Car of Texas”

This week, the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) named the 2015 Chrysler 300 “Car of Texas” at the Texas Auto Roundup. While “Car of Texas” is one of the top…

Chevy Volt’s Guinness World Record Contribution Snags a Win

Chevy Volt’s Guinness World Record Contribution Snags a Win What happens when you gather 431 plug-in electric vehicles in one place? You get a Guinness World Record. Last week, 431…

driving etiquette Archives

You’ve probably seen a long line of cars following a hearse at… A lot of drivers consider their driving skills to be on par,… There are rules you should know…

Toyota Motor North America Archives

Akio Toyoda says that “people are waking up to reality”… Toyota has long set a positive example for its fellow car manufacturers… The investment will go toward creating or expanding…

World Cup of Cars: Netherlands vs. Mexico

In the second match of the day, and the fourth match in the Round of 16, the Netherlands will take on Mexico at Estadio Castelao in Fortaleza, Brazil. The Netherlands…

Muddy Motorsport Mayhem: Review of Allen's 'Dirt- The Game'

In the world of motorsports, there’s nothing as wild and rowdy as a sprint car race on a dirt track. Vehicles and drivers are pushed to the limit as they…

Off-Grid Camping Powered By Nissan’s Electric Vehicle Batteries

Nissan x OPUS Concept Photo: Nissan Nissan’s electric vehicle batteries are living their second best life as power sources for off-grid camping adventures. Partnering with OPUS Campers, Nissan Energy has created…