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Volvo FlowBelow Kit Makes Trucks More Aerodynamic
Photo: Volvo Volvo Trucks has introduced a new packaged called the FlowBelow Aero Kit, which aims to improve the aerodynamics and fuel efficiency of its semi-trucks. Volvo FlowBelow will be…
Ferrari Locks Out Front Row for the First Time Since 2008
The last time Ferrari put both of its cars on the front row of the Formula 1 grid in qualifying was at the 2008 French Grand Prix, back when the…
Ford v. Ferrari Trailer Teases Legendary Rivalry at Le Mans
Photo: 20th Century Fox Of the many fascinating stories from the motorsports world, few are as legendary as Ford’s feud with Ferrari in the 1960s, a rivalry that brought Carroll…
Chevy Models Named Best Choices for a Used First Car in 2021
The Chevy Tahoe LS Photo: General Motors U.S. News & World Report created a list of the “15 Best Choices for a Used First Car in 2021.” After comparing used…
Ford Europe Sees 25-Year High in Commercial Vehicle Sales in November
Ford Motor Company demonstrated in clear detail why it is the leading manufacturer of commercial vehicles in Europe with a massive November. Ford commercial vehicles hit a 25-year high last…
FCA Sales Decline 8% in 2017, Although Alfa Romeo Is on the Rise
Alfa stood out as a rising star in FCA’s lineup of brands 2017 was a year that brought plenty of changes to the brands that make up Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. With…
Consumer Guide Automotive Honors Ram 1500 and Chrysler Pacifica
The 2020 Chrysler Pacifica Photo: Chrysler The Ram 1500 and Chrysler Pacifica earned Consumer Guide Automotive Best Buy Awards. Both models have won these awards multiple times for their respective…
2016 Toyota 4Runner Overview
The 2016 Toyota 4Runner When you feel the itch for adventure in your soul, you need a car that’ll match your enthusiasm. For some, that car is likely to be…
My Car Knows I'm an Idiot, and I Appreciate it
Photo: The News Wheel Now more than ever, vehicles are filled to bursting with an insane amount of technology. Some is geared towards efficiency and some towards entertainment, but the…
Mitsubishi, Nissan, Renault to Lower EV Prices by 20% by Sharing Nissan LEAF Platform
We recently reported that Mitsubishi and Nissan would begin to share all EV tech, and already we are getting a glimpse of what that might mean for the global market.…
Good IIHS Rated Headlights Result in Fewer Crashes
Photo: The News Wheel The quality of your vehicle’s headlights is vital to your safety and the safety of other drivers. If your headlights are dim, you won’t be able…
Ford Craiova Paint Shop Cuts Water Use by 60 Percent
Photo: Ford Motor Company Thanks to innovative processes and outside-of-the-box thinking, Ford’s Craiova Paint Shop has cut water use by 60 percent, making it the most efficient of the automaker’s…
Behind the Badge: Is Saturn's Logo More Than What It Seems?
Saturn’s odd logo is a bit of an optical illusion Photo: Dino Abatzidis via CC I’ve seen the rise and fall of the Saturn brand, and–frankly–its logo has always stuck…
FCA Canada Earns Three Top Awards From 2020 Le Guide de l’auto
2020 Ram 1500 with EcoDiesel V6 Photo: FCA 2020 hasn’t started yet, but FCA Canada is already looking at an award-winning year. Three of its models, the Ram 1500, Jeep…
IIHS Rates 2022 Chevy Trailblazer a Top Safety Pick+
2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer Activ Photo: Chevrolet The 2022 Chevy Trailblazer has earned the highest safety rating of Top Safety Pick+ from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety after receiving the…
Three Classic Ferrari Cars Will Be Featured in F1 2017 Game
Codemasters has announced three more classic cars will be featured in its upcoming Formula One game, this time it’s all Ferraris. F1 2017 will be the first game since F1…
Kathryn Hahn and Chrysler Launch Social Distancing Campaign
Kathryn Hahn stars in the new social distancing campaign featuring the Chrysler Pacifica Photo: FCA In the new social media campaign from FCA, actress Kathryn Hahn is practicing social distancing…
Ford Transit Custom Plug-In Hybrid Trial Moves to Cologne
Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company is extending testing for its new Transit Custom Plug-In Hybrid to the city of Cologne, Germany, furthering its efforts to demonstrate the viability…
Toyota to Offer Rides in Its Level 4 Autonomous Car
Full-on driving autonomy isn’t quite here yet, but it’s close. Toyota has announced it will make its Platform 4 automated driving test vehicle available for public demonstration next summer, giving…
Ford Transit, Ranger See Record September Sales in Europe
Ford Motor Company of Europe delivered 119,000 vehicles in September across its traditional 20 European markets, down 8.2 percent from sales in September 2017. Ford maintained its standing as the…
Here’s why Driving on Sidewalks is a Bad Idea
Photo: Max Pixel A “sidedrive” sounds like a strange term — probably because it is not an English word. However, driving on sidewalks is a hot trend this month. In…
How Likely Are You to Be Affected By a Drunk Driver?
Despite tougher laws and stiffer penalties, auto accident statistics show that drinking and driving is still a big problem on our roadways. Each year, approximately 290,000 people are injured by…
2020 Chevy Corvette Earns Best Car Resale Value Award from Kelley Blue Book
2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe The editors at Kelley Blue Book are in consensus that the 2020 Chevy Corvette is tops in resale value for sports cars. The Corvette took…
Honda is the Most Represented Automaker in 2018 American-Made Index
Honda Manufacturing of Alabama According to the latest American-Made Index (AMI) published by Cars.com, Honda is, more than any other, the automaker with the most cars and trucks that contribute…
Bluetooth Device Wakes Up Drowsy Drivers
A sign in Utah discouraging drowsy driving It’s something we’ve heard over and over again. Drowsy drivers can be just as dangerous as drunken ones. The federal government is investing…
2015 Chevy Colorado Overview
The 2015 Chevy Colorado ©GM The 2015 Colorado is an all-new mid-size pickup, resurrected from a few years back and poised to take on the lackluster Nissan Frontier and Toyota…
Does this Sound Like a 2016 Chevy Camaro Turbo Engine to You?
Before the 2016 Chevy Camaro was unveiled in mid-May, General Motors teased the upcoming debut by releasing the sound of its roaring Gen V Small-Block V8 engine. The automaker even…
2017 Ford F-150 Raptor Wins Popular Mechanics' Pickup Truck of the Year
Ford’s adrenaline-fueled (disclaimer: the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor is not actually fueled by adrenaline; like other trucks, it is fueled by petrol) Ford F-150 Raptor was named the “Pickup Truck…
Should I Buy an SUV or a Truck?
SUVs and trucks have different strengths to suit different types of families If you’re not sure whether to go with an SUV or truck for your family, you’re not alone.…
Off-Road ZR2 Trim Coming to Chevy Silverado Lineup
Photo: Chevrolet Chevrolet plans to step up its off-road game by offering the Silverado 1500 pickup in a new rough-and-ready ZR2 trim. Chevy vs. Ram: Here’s why the Silverado comes…
2016 Chevrolet Cruze Overview
The 2016 Chevrolet Cruze is a compact sedan that carries a starting MSRP of $16,620. The 2016 model year marks the debut of the second-generation Chevy Cruze. The new Cruze…
[PHOTOS] Prepare Yourselves for Mopar at SEMA 2014
If you happen to be in Vegas in the early part of next month, one, you are a lucky son of a gun, and two, you should definitely check out…
Fiat Chrysler’s January 2015 Sales Report: Things Keep Looking Up
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (formerly Chrysler Group) has been on a roll for nearly the last five years; each month has seen improvements over the same month in the previous year…
How Do I Calculate My Vehicle’s Gas Mileage?
Calculating gas mileage yourself is often more accurate than relying on your vehicle display Photo: Chevrolet If you’re looking to spend less money on fuel or drive more efficiently, it’s…
2017 Toyota 4Runner Overview
The 2017 Toyota 4Runner is a body-on-frame SUV reputed for its exceptional durability and capability, as well as for its excellent reliability and resale value. While it feels a bit…
Ford SYNC 4 is More Powerful, Adapts to Screen Size
Photo: Ford Motor Company Right before All Hallows Eve, Ford announced a treat of its own: the next generation of SYNC infotainment. Ford SYNC 4 improves over its predecessor with…
Forester, Outback, Crosstrek Lead Subaru to Third Consecutive Monthly Sales Record
The 2016 Outback was one of the top sellers for Subaru’s record-breaking month in Septemebr No surprises here. Subaru has been dominating the sales scene in recent months. In fact,…
Volvo CEO Says COVID-19 Could Boost EV Sales
Photo: Volvo It’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic is having a massive impact on the automotive industry and that it will do so for years to come. While none…
Plant a Tree to Offset Your Car's Carbon Emissions
Photo:Raw Pixel One passenger vehicle emits an average of 4.6 tons — or 9,200 pounds — of carbon dioxide (CO2) every year. While other greenhouse gases like methane and nitrous oxide are…
2016 Chevy Volt and Spark EV Land on ACEEE Greenest List
The 2016 Chevy Volt The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy has published its annual rankings of the 12 greenest vehicles on American streets, as well as meanest (or least…
How To Save Money by Parking in the Shade
Photo: Jeffrey Smith via CC Do you try to park as close as possible to the front of the lot when you’re out on a shopping trip? Are you one…
Alloy Wheels vs. Steel Wheels: Which Are Better?
An 18-inch wheel of the Cruze Hatch RS Photo: Chevrolet When choosing wheels for your next car, there are a wide variety of alloy and steel options to choose from.…
New Features Coming to the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee
The 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Photo: FCA FCA recently revealed details on the new 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With new exterior features along with wider availability of popular features on…
Mazda Produces One Millionth Miata
Ah, the Miata. Production first started back in April of 1989 at the Ujina Plant No. 1 in Hiroshima, two months after the iconic little roadster’s debut at the Chicago…
First-Timers Guide to the 24 Hours of Le Mans
Audi LMP1 car leads two Peugeot LMP2 cars at the 24 Hours of Le Mans Photo: Alessandro Prada One of the greatest races in motorsports will kick off this Saturday…
Enter Our Giveaway: All-Season Windshield Cover to Repel Sun & Snow
UPDATE: THE GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED. LOOK FOR MORE GIVEAWAYS FROM THE NEWS WHEEL. What if you could protect your vehicle from the summer heat and the winter snow with the same…
Chevrolet Silverado HD Z71 Sport Concept Unveiled at SEMA Show
2020 Chevy Silverado Rally Edition Photo: Chevrolet At the 2019 SEMA Show, many new Chevrolet components and vehicles, including Camaro and Corvette models, were displayed. On November 6th, Chevrolet also…
[Photos] New Ford Kuga Launching in Europe
2020 Ford Kuga ST-Line X Plug-In Hybrid Photo: Ford The new Ford Kuga is rolling out in Europe, and it promises the most electrified and most efficient lineup yet. The…
GMC Denali History
Photo: The News Wheel GMC vehicles are known for their toughness, performance capabilities, and high-end features. But if you need a more luxurious experience from your next truck or SUV,…
California Faces Rising Emissions in Face of SUV- and Truck-Loving Residents
Photo:Roger Blake California, from an environmental perspective, is generally seen as one of the greenest states in the US, with strong emissions control regulations and even an electric-car sales mandate.…
