The News Wheel editorial team

The News Wheel editorial team


2016 Honda Civic Sedan Overview

2016 Honda Civic sedan The 2016 Honda Civic sedan has been redesigned for the new model year and it comes with a starting MSRP of $18,640. The new Honda Civic…

Nissan Pitches In To Help Habitat For Humanity

Nissan has a proud history of helping out in times of need, as seen in recent volunteer efforts in areas of Japan still recovering from the 2011 earthquake and tsunami.…

BMW Delivers on Its Promise to Sell 100,000 Electric Vehicles Before the End of the Year

BMW just achieved its electric vehicle sales goal for the entire year At the beginning of 2017, BMW set out on a mission: to sell more than 100,000 electrified vehicles…

Watch Ryan Tuerck Hoon His Ferrari-Powered Toyota 86 at Formula Drift Orlando

When Ryan Tuerck decided to take out the stock 2.0-liter four-cylinder out of a Toyota 86 and replace it with none other a V8 engine straight out of a Ferrari…

3 Big Updates Coming to the 2020 Silverado HD

The High Country is one of five trims levels for the all-new 2020 Chevrolet Silverado HD Of course, we’re all looking forward to the 2020 Silverado HD’s impressive towing capabilities…

Toyota Confirms 986-HP Hypercar Headed for Production

This weekend Toyota presented the GR Super Sport Concept, a next-generation hypercar that uses hybrid technology developed via the company’s LMP1 program in the World Endurance Championship (WEC). The car…

Chevrolet Bolt App Adds New EV Charging Services

Photo: Dan MacMedan for Chevrolet The myChevrolet mobile app’s Energy Assist feature provides a variety of convenient tools and services for Chevrolet Bolt EV drivers — and now it’s getting…

Universal Studios Orlando to Welcome 'Fast and Furious: Supercharged' Ride in 2017

Vin Diesel throwing a plane…Michelle Rodriguez using The Force…and Tyrese Gibson petting an invisible dog. That’s how you spell “action.” Photo: Universal Orlando via @TheNJBrandon Twitter The year 2015 has…

Kia Used Its Super Bowl Ad Money to Fund Scholarships Instead

Kia decided against spending millions on advertising to do some good Photo: Kia In February, CBS charged a record $5.25 million for a 30-second commercial during Super Bowl LII. Brands…

Three FCA Vehicles Named to US News’ List of 23 Coolest Family Cars

2020 Chrysler Pacifica Photo: FCA Traveling with your brood has its challenges. You might have to deal with antsy travelers, incessant questions, and combatant passengers.  One thing you won’t have…

Which Is Better On Gas: Riding With The AC On Or Windows Down?

Some experts have said driving with the AC on during a hot day is more efficient Photo: OER Training People have often argued whether driving with the windows down or…

Automotive's Surge in SUV Sales is Destroying the Environment

While the automotive industry has a whole has seen a bit of a slump in sales over the last few months, SUV sales still seem to be on the rise.…

Aftermarket Modifications to Personalize Your Accessible Van

Photo: The News Wheel If you own an accessible van, chances are you didn’t choose that particular model because it was your favorite style. Unfortunately, the automotive options available to…

Cadillac Teams up with Rightpoint and Territory Studio for Infotainment Tech

Photo: Cadillac With recent innovations, including the 38-inch screen featured in the 2021 Escalade, it’s clear that Cadillac is stepping up its infotainment game. The automaker has recently teamed up…

5 Easy Garage Cleaning Tips for Every Season

Garage door Photo: Steve Buissinne via Pixabay Spring cleaning season is upon us — but it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the tasks at hand. Whether you decide to tackle…

Cadillac Celebrates Its 115th Birthday with the 2018 Cadillac CTS-V Glacier Metallic Edition

A Cadillac as cool as ice Yesterday was Cadillac’s 115th birthday, making it one of the oldest automakers in the world. Usually, you receive a gift for your birthday. Instead, Cadillac has…

2020 Honda Accord Hybrid Goes On Sale With 48 MPG

Photo: Honda The 2020 Honda Accord Hybrid has today began arriving in dealership showrooms around the United States — and with an EPA-estimated combined fuel economy rating of 48 mpg…

Chevy Cares Program Addresses Coronavirus Pandemic

Times might be tough, but Chevy has our backs Photo: General Motors To call COVID-19 the biggest current world event would be an understatement. It hasn’t taken long for the…

What’s the Point of Having Bigger Wheels on Your Car?

Photo: The News Wheel When it comes to your car’s wheels, is bigger always better? Many models offer larger wheels on higher trim levels, equipping the sedan or SUV with,…

Australians Put an LS V8 in a Suzuki Kei Car and It Is Both Hilarious and Cool

You know, I think we need a new word in the English language: something that means “the giddy joy that comes from doing something ridiculous just for the enjoyment of…

Women in Automotive Conference Offers Women in Industry Empowerment

The Women in Automotive Conference looks to help dealerships learn how to hire, train, and retain female employees Photo: Women in Automotive It’s no secret that the automotive industry is…

Orlando and London Are the Top Summer Vacation Destinations this Year

Walt Disney World remains a top destination for summer travelers Photo: Clément Bardot Summer vacations are something of an American rite of passage, one that doesn’t seem to be going…

Ford Shows Off Bronco Adventure Concepts

Ford’s Bronco adventure concepts are just all kinds of wild Photo: Ford The 2021 Ford Bronco and Ford Bronco Sport are out in the wild, and they’re already wildin’ out.…

2016 Jeep Compass Overview

Though it is small, the 2016 Jeep Compass is certainly mighty. This compact crossover SUV offers consumers the rugged off-road capabilities Jeep is known for, all wrapped up in a…

New Formula E Electric Cars Look from the Future

Every year, we see sketches and renders of what the Formula One cars of the future could look like—radical concepts boasting awesome designs and ideas. Now, the closest thing to…

Pricing Begins at $48,465 for 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 4500HD Chassis Cab Truck

The Chevrolet Silverado 4500HD Pricing will start at $48,465 for Chevrolet’s highly customizable new lineup of 2019 Silverado chassis cab trucks. That MSRP includes a destination charge and will get…

Take a Mobile Hotel from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Los Angeles Photo: Pixabay Cruising down the coast in your vehicle can be a relaxing and enjoyable experience. However, making that same trip on little sleep can be challenging. That’s…

Ford Suggests Mustang Mach-E Will Help Your Love Life

Imagine that these people are you and your date next Valentine’s Day Photo: Ford Motor Company So it’s Valentine’s Day, which almost certainly means that your social media timeline for…

2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer Set to Arrive in Early 2020

The latest addition to Chevrolet’s growing SUV lineup Photo: Chevrolet For months, rumors of the Chevrolet Trailblazer returning to the U.S. have been spreading like wildfire. Still, it’s nice to…

Ohio ‘No K9 Left Behind’ Program Aims to Keep Police Dogs Safe from Hot Cars

The Twinsburg PD uses a “No K9 Left Behind” program to protect police K9s Near the end of last month, I sounded off against the injustice of the law when…

New Subaru Three-Row, Seven-Passenger SUV to Be Built in Indiana

A yet unnamed three-row, seven-passenger flagship SUV from Subaru will be built at Subaru of Indiana It’s been a year now that we’ve been waiting for the flagship three-row, seven-passenger…

Mercedes-Benz Concept IAA Is a Sci-Fi Reality

Introducing the new Mercedes-Benz Concept IAA The new Mercedes-Benz Concept IAA is what the Transformers franchise could have been had Michael Bay not touched the project. This new concept model,…

F1 Esports Champion to Make Single Seater Debut

Photo: Mercedes-AMG Petronas Motorsport | YouTube Brendon Leigh, the reigning back-to-back Formula 1 Esports Series champion, will make his single-seater racing debut in the Avon Tyres BRSCC National Formula Ford…

No Charges Against Alabama Police Officer After Dog Dies in Hot Car

During my final semester in college, I took a course in Animal Law. I wasn’t studying animals and I wasn’t studying law, but that’s college for you. The course, however,…

FCA US Sales Decline 14% in November; Jeep Renegade Sales Increase 30%

2016 Jeep Renegade FCA US reported a 14% year-over-year sales decrease in November, delivering a total of 160,827 vehicles to customers across the country. Retail sales accounted for 79% of…

Study Finds EVs In Minnesota, Midwest Contribute Less to Emissions Than Gas Cars

Whenever electric vehicles’ viability is discussed, one argument seems to continue to pop up—that electric vehicles are somehow no cleaner than gas vehicles because they derive their energy from power…

2020 Australian GP Suspended, F1 Season in Question

Photo: LG via CC The whole world is shutting down in response to the coronavirus, and Formula One is no exception. Yesterday, mere hours before the teams were scheduled to…

Chevrolet Would Like Man U Players to Drive the Free Cars they Gave Them, Please

Manchester United player Wayne Rooney, looking positively thrilled with his new Camaro convertible When Chevrolet shelled out $600 million to sponsor the British soccer team Manchester United, the automaker also…

The Latest of the Weird Fiat Commercials: Disney Animals Who Want to Kill You

Weird Fiat commercials: Endless GIF Since its acquisition of Chrysler Group in 2011, and its triumphant return to the American market after a 27-year absence, Fiat has quickly grown to…

Hyundai-Kia Tech Center Tests Wireless EV Charging

The Kia Soul EV will be the guinea pig for the Hyundai-Kia wireless charging technology Charging stations might soon be a thing of the past. Hyundai and Kia are currently…

Autonomous Chevy Bolt Taxis to be Tested on Public Roads by GM and Lyft

Would you be willing to let a self-driving electric vehicle chauffer you around? In an effort to keep up with Tesla Motors, GM has agreed to partner with ride-sharing service…

2019 Honda Passport Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick Rating

Photo: Honda The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has awarded the new 2019 Honda Passport its Top Safety Pick rating, one of the most coveted honors in the automotive industry.…

Sixth-Gen Chevy Camaro Convertible Arrives in Middle East

If you’re going to be driving fast in the heat of Dubai, you may as well be able to let the top down. Chevrolet this week made the drop-top version…

Opel ADAM Now Offered with Wireless Smartphone Charger

Hey, you. Person who is considering buying an Opel ADAM. Yes. You. You will probably be thrilled to know that the ADAM is now being offered with wireless charging capabilities.…

Honda to Debut All-New 2019 Passport in LA

The rumors were true. Honda has confirmed that it is reviving the Passport with an all-new model that will debut at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show on November 27.…

Game Profile: Pizza Parking

The vessel through which you too can experience Pizza Parking Photo: Evan Amos If you’re a frequent reader of The News Wheel, then you almost certainly know that several members of…

AMG 4.0-Liter V8 Biturbo Engine Revealed, is Nuts

The long march toward the total reveal of the Mercedes-AMG GT may well have been the creative decision of someone who loves Johnny Cash’s “One Piece at a Time” just…

Dealer Document Reveals New DOHC LT5 V8 Engine for 2018 Corvette

A vehicle identification number guide posted to GM’s internal service and parts operations website has revealed one very interesting bit of information about the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette: that it will…

The Evolution of the Car Horn

Car horns looked a lot more basic in the early 20th century Photo: Jojo Hasilla via Pixabay Sometimes it’s easy to take basic vehicle parts, like the brakes, gear selector,…

History of the Nissan Armada

Photo: Nissan The Armada is the largest SUV in the Nissan lineup, offering seating for up to eight people. This full-size SUV was introduced in 2004 specifically for the North…