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Driving a Rental Car on a Toll Road Could Be Costly
Paying at a toll booth Photo: The News Wheel If you choose to fly to a vacation destination instead of drive there, you may decide to rent a car during…
2019 Chevy Blazer and Silverado Adorn Center Field Fountain at Detroit Tigers Stadium
Two Chevy vehicles will adorn the center field fountain at Comerica Park Photo: John F. Martin for Chevrolet A Motor City tradition hits its 10th year as the center field…
Volvo V90 Takes 2020 ALG Residual Value Award
The award-winning 2020 Volvo V90 Photo: Volvo There are an overwhelming number of metrics by which you can try to quantify the overall quality of a vehicle. Safety ratings, standard…
Ford Ranger Tops Cars.com 2020 American-Made Index
The made-in-Michigan Ford Ranger tops the Cars.com 2020 American-Made Index Photo: Ford The Ford Ranger is still fresh into its return to the United States, but it’s already solidified itself…
2020 Chevrolet Suburban Overview
The 2020 Chevy Suburban As the longest-running nameplate in the industry, the Chevrolet Suburban has a lot to live up to. The iconic vehicle has been around since 1935 and…
You searched for 2015 Ford Mustang
The Mustang Convertible has been a staple of popular culture since its inception. No ride is more known for the sense of freedom it creates. Even though the 2015 Ford…
US Transportation Agencies Submit Proposal to Limit Heavy Duty Truck Speeds
On August 26th, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, and the Department of Transportation issued a notice of a proposed new regulation which would require…
Toyota Smashes Le Mans Track Record in Qualifying
Photo: emperornie About an hour ago, we published an article about a 360-degree lap of the 24 Hours of Le Mans circuit in the Porsche 919 Hybrid that we thought…
Scion FR-S vs. Toyota 86: What’s Changing?
The Toyota 86 on display at the New York Auto Show Back in February, Toyota made the announcement that its youth-oriented brand, Scion, would shut its doors for good this…
2017 Nissan Sentra NISMO Rolls Out at LA Auto Show
We have been talking about the possibility of a Nissan Sentra NISMO for a while here at The News Wheel. The car finally made its debut at the 2016 LA…
The Future Looks Bold for the 2022 Chevy Corvette
2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Photo: General Motors The Chevrolet Corvette does not need any help to stand out. The quintessential sports car boasts a signature look that features athletic lines…
Becoming a Wienermobile Driver Is a Surprisingly Selective Process
If you’ve ever sighted one of Oscar Mayer’s famous Wienermobiles on the road, you might’ve wondered what the job requirements would be for driving one of these zany vehicles. I…
There's More Real-Life “Mario Kart” in Panama City Beach
Photo: Race City Remember a few months back when we found a place to play real-life Mario Kart in Branson, Missouri? Well, we found another one—this time in Panama City Beach, Florida. Race…
2022 Kia Stinger Overview
2022 Kia Stinger GT-Line and GT Photo: Kia Although the official debut of the 2022 Stinger was somewhat deflated by a handful of eager Kia dealers, the updated model is…
Motorized Nostalgia: 7 Obscure Car-Themed Cartoons from Your Childhood
When we were children, there was nothing better than waking up and sitting in front of the television on a weekend, eating breakfast while mesmerized by the latest cartoons. Everyone had their…
Ford Wins Fourth GRC Manufacturers' Championship
Ford Wins Fourth GRC Manufacturers’ Championship For the fourth year in a row, Ford reigns supreme in the Red Bull Global Rallycross Championship (GRC), winning the Manufacturers’ Championship after a…
Nissan Sets Up Secret Drive-in Theater for LEAF Drivers
Photo: Nissan The Nissan LEAF has been a hit in Europe, and the automaker has devised an unorthodox way to thank its Portuguese fans. The automaker invited a select group…
EU Sets Ambitious New Emissions Goals for 2030
A provisional agreement reached on plans to reduce greenhouse-gas #emissions from #EU fleet-wide for new cars & vans by 2030… https://t.co/NGwgk290z4 pic.twitter.com/185bWWuvt2 — CITA (@citainsp) December 19, 2018 Earlier this…
Guess How Much Chevy Netted Off #TechnologyAndStuff
Think back to that painfully awkward moment when the World Series MVP Chevy rep, Rick Wilde (playfully named #ChevyGuy on social media), presented World Series MVP, Madison Bumgarner, with a…
The 2017 Ford GT Will Hold Up to Two Of Your Drinks
Say you just spent almost a half-million bucks on a new supercar. Maybe even more than that, depending on how you decided to do the thing up. Say you’re a…
John Cena's Ford GT Not Being Auctioned Off for a Change
Does ANYBODY actually want to keep this gorgeous, gorgeous car? Photo: Mecum Auctions The saga of John Cena’s 2017 Ford GT has taken more unnecessary and inexplicable twists and turns than…
Alonso Slams Formula 1 Refereeing, Happy to Remain on the ‘Dark Side’
Fernando Alonso in the Alpine A521 at the 2021 Austrian Grand Prix Photo: Lukas Raich via CC Two-time Formula 1 champion Fernando Alonso is changing his driving style in response…
[PHOTOS] Artistic Hyundai “Vision G” Concept Fittingly Revealed at LA Art Museum
Shortly after Hyundai announced that its plans for a brand new entry-level sports car had been shelved, the automaker has revealed a luxury concept car to stir interest in its…
Audi Q5 Gets a Big Update
The LA Auto Show this month was the start of a very beautiful season. No, we’re not talking about the holiday season; we’re talking about the auto show season. One…
Volvo Invests in Tech Startups That Could Detect Tiny Faults and Save Lives
Photo: Volvo Volvo Cars Tech Fund has invested in two startup technology companies named UVeye and MDGo. Both of the startups are based in Israel and have been developing their…
Alfredo Simon Drives a Chrome Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG
Detroit Tigers pitcher Alfredo Simon’s chrome Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG Last season with Cincinnati, right-hander Alfredo Simon went from the Reds bullpen, to the starting rotation, to the All-Star Game. It…
New Cadillac Crossover Will Be Built at GM's Spring Hill Plant
A spy shot of the 2020 Cadillac XT6 crossover, which is likely to be built at GM’s assembly plant in Spring Hill, Tennessee Photo: CarEngine Reviews A new cost-cutting plan…
2018 Nissan Leaf Heads To Production in Smyrna
This month, the all-new 2018 Nissan Leaf was unveiled to the world in an online presentation. The car received a much-needed update in design and driving range, along with a…
Vauxhall Offers £1,000 Insurance Contribution to Young Corsa Special Edition Drivers
In an effort to help drivers aged 18-24 get behind the wheel of a new Corsa, Vauxhall is offering younger drivers who purchase the Corsa Limited Edition a contribution of…
Buick Examines Freudian Psychology Once Again in Another New Regal Advertisement
This time, Buick gets both psychological and philosophical When it came time to advertise the new lineup of Buick Regal vehicles, Buick decided to turn to classic psychology for some…
What Are the Differences Between the 2019 Chevy Trax and Equinox?
At first glance, you might wonder if the 2019 Trax and Equinox are really that different. A closer look reveals that each model has its own unique strengths. Find out…
Mercedes to Add Particulate Filters to its Gasoline Engines
Mercedes has already tested these filters on sedans that it sells in Europe In 2014, Mercedes began equipping its gasoline-powered European S500 sedans with particulate filters as an experiment, but…
Vauxhall's Latest Commercial: “Ceci n'est pas une voiture”
Vauxhall this month revealed the first ad for its new Insignia, a 30-second spot entitled “This is not a car” that also ushers in the brand’s new slogan: “Isn’t Life…
Toyota Donates RAV4 to Wounded Warrior at NYIAS Opening Ceremony
Pictured (left to right): Toyota NY Regional Manager Jason Keller, US Army Staff Sergeant Alfredo Delossantos, US Marine Corps Veteran Justin Constantine Last week, the automotive press flocked to the…
Toyota and Yamaha Developing Hydrogen-Powered V8 Engine
Photo: Toyota Toyota and Yamaha have announced a new partnership revolving around the development of a 5.0-liter V8 engine that runs on hydrogen rather than gasoline. If that seems out…
Report: Opel Ampera-e Will Be Built in United States
Opel Ampera-e It was announced last week that the 2017 Chevy Bolt would be making the long trek across the Atlantic to become the Opel Ampera-e in Europe. Turns out,…
Count Up ‘Everything Wrong with Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome’
Here’s a surprise for the unacquainted: the best sequel of 2015 may not be Jurassic Park, Star Wars, or Furious 7. It might be the manic, car-chase-filled spectacle that is…
Mad Max Fan Defeats Cancer with a Badass 1969 Camaro
Dirk Vanzuuk’s Mad Max-themed 1969 Chevy Camaro If you haven’t seen Mad Max: Fury Road yet, then stop what you’re doing and go see it. Seriously, quit your job, walk…
You searched for motorcycles
Whether you’ve had your motorcycle for a long time or recently bought a fixer-upper, you love the idea of handling motorcycle restoration on your own. There’s just something about tinkering…
[PHOTO GALLERY] Hyundai Releases Images of 2015 SEMA Vehicles
Regardless of how you feel about most automotive shows and conventions, the annual Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas is undeniably cool. This is where you see…
Buick Shares New Teaser Image of 2017 LaCrosse via Twitter
Buick seems like it’s taking a page from Beyonce’s playbook, at least when it comes to its less-is-more marketing approach. In 2013, Beyonce released her self-titled album with zero promotion, only…
Rimac Buys Bugatti, Teams Up With Porsche
From left: Porsche Taycan, Rimac Nevera, and Bugatti Chiron Photo: Rimac Porsche and Rimac, the Croatian electric car company that makes the fastest production car in the world, have formed…
What Is an Engine's Redline?
An engine’s redline is indicated on the tachometer Photo: Schumi4everEdward via CC If you’re a Chevy fan, you might be familiar with the brand’s Redline special editions. You might not…
1993 Chevy Highlander Concept Up for Grabs on eBay
The one and only 1993 Chevy Highlander Concept This glaringly green and purple 1993 Chevy Highlander concept from the Chicago Auto Show screams 1990s and has caused most of us…
Hoover Carts: How People Drove Cars in the Great Depression
Photo: public domain The economy has a substantial impact on trends in the transportation industry. Currently, U.S. consumers have extra money to spend and gas prices have been relatively low,…
Mustang Mach-E Deliveries Start in 2021 in Europe
Mustang Mach-E deliveries in Europe kick off in 2021 Photo: Ford The first round of 2021 Mustang Mach-E SUVs is rolling out now to customers across the United States. European…
The 2016 Nissan Maxima Will Yell At You For Drowsy Driving
If you purchase a 2016 Nissan Maxima later this year, you’ll have the privilege of paying your hard-earned cash money for a feature that will enable said Maxima to monitor…
[Photos] 1968 Ford Mustang from “Bullitt” Appearing at National Mall During Cars at the Capital
Ford wowed classic car enthusiasts earlier this year when it revealed that the 1968 Ford Mustang GT hero car that featured in the film Bullitt is not only no longer…
Ford Unveils Camera-Based Advanced Front Lighting System and Spot Lighting Tech
Ford is looking to make driving at night safer than ever with advanced new lighting technology that makes it easier for drivers to spot hazards, pedestrians, and animals. Ford’s new…
Nissan Ready to Evaluate Sunderland Plant After Hard Brexit
This month, the Prime Minister of Great Britain, Theresa May, announced that her nation would be pursuing a “hard” Brexit, which is to say that when the island nation withdraws…
