The News Wheel editorial team
How to Take Pictures of the Cars at Auto Shows
Every year, a handful of our automotive writing staff makes a trip to the Windy City for the Chicago Auto Show. But along the way, we’ve noticed one thing in particular:…
How to Help Your Baby Stop Crying in the Car
Sometimes a car ride is the solution to a cranky baby who can’t fall asleep. The hum of the engine, the coziness of a properly-installed car seat, and the constant…
Kia Enjoys Record March Sales
The 2015 Kia Optima, which proved to be the brand’s best-selling car this past month Kia Motors America (KMA) just had its best March ever, selling a record 58,771 vehicles…
How to Find the Best Car Insurance Policy
It’s important to have specific details ready when searching for car insurance Finding the right site to offer updated and accurate information about various car insurance policies and premium plans…
What Is Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive?
Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive is the brand’s core technology One of the biggest selling points for six out of seven of Subaru’s current models is that they come standard with…
Hyundai SUV Sales Reach an All-Time High for March with a Decrease in the Brand's Overall Sales
March sales have officially been announced, and Hyundai is following the industry’s lead with an increase in SUV sales. Hyundai saw an overall year-over-year decrease of 11% when compared to…
Honda E Production Model Debuts at Frankfurt Motor Show
Honda e Photo: Honda The future is electric, according to most of the automotive industry. Around the globe, countries are pushing automakers to develop electric-powered cars so we as a…
Rumor: Cadillac Could Introduce New $100,000 Escalade
It’s hard to imagine an even more luxurious Cadillac Escalade but plans are reportedly in the works With Escalade sales up 25% in August, Cadillac is reportedly thinking about new…
2 Chevy Models Make US News’ List of Most Reliable SUVs
2021 Chevrolet Suburban Photo: Chevrolet A full-size, three-row SUV delivers the space you need for your large family and their gear but finding one that is reliable can be complicated.…
GPR Military Tech Could Help Self-Driving Cars Better Navigate Snowy Roads
Many autonomous vehicles use a combination of HD map, GPS, and a sensor to detect their surroundings. However, some companies are experimenting with a more advanced radar technology that would…
Red Bull Officially Confirms Honda Switch
Red Bull has officially confirmed it will switch to Honda power units from the 2019 Formula One season, marking the end of the team’s 12-year partnership with Renault. Though Red…
Whatcha Wanna Know About 2015 Mustang Performance Packages?
The 2015 Mustang GT Performance Pack gets you 19”x9’ Ebony Black alloy wheels with Pirelli 255/40ZR19 Y-speed-rated tires Ford has detailed the 2015 Mustang performance packs available for the EcoBoost…
GM Files Patent for Exterior Airbag Design
Might those outside your vehicle soon have a set of airbags too? Modern automobiles are constantly adding new safety features and technologies that keep the safety of pedestrians in mind.…
GM Engineers Confirm That Holiday Decorations for Your Car Reduce Mileage
Photo: Pep Boys Auto Some drivers delight in outfitting their vehicle with Christmas garb for the holidays — wreaths, candy cane antlers, reindeer antlers, Santa hats, etc. While such gear…
Global Chip Shortage Finally Catches Up to Toyota
Photo: Ryan via Unsplash Toyota has done a better job than most manufacturers at weathering the global semiconductor chip shortage, but no one is immune to the effects. Toyota will…
The Ford Ranger is the Cheapest Pickup of 2021
The Ford Ranger is KBB.com’s Cheapest Pickup of 2021 Photo: Ford If you’re looking at scooping a new truck in 2021, you won’t find a more affordable option than the…
Please Give Robutt Credit for Making the Mustang Mach-E Comfy
Yes, Ford has a robot butt it calls Robutt. Why wouldn’t they? Photo: Ford Ford took every precaution to ensure that its all-electric Mustang Mach-E, the first-ever Car and Driver…
Ford Electrified Vehicles Keep Hot Hand in May
The Escape hybrid and plug-in hybrid helped Ford to another record month in May Photo: Ford You can bet that Ford is poised to achieve new record electrified vehicle sales…
2019 Jeep Cherokee Overview
Born to tackle the open road and stray from the beaten path, the Jeep Cherokee has been redesigned for 2019. The Cherokee still holds its iconic Jeep styling, with just…
Ford EcoBoost Hybrid Adds Seven-Speed Automatic
Ford Puma EcoBoost Hybrid available with a seven-speed automatic Photo: Ford Ford is offering a new seven-speed automatic transmission for its Puma and Fiesta powered by the 1.0-liter EcoBoost Hybrid.…
Ford Driving Skills for Life Saudi Arabia Hosts Men and Women at the Same Time
Ford Driving Skills for Life Saudi Arabia put women and men on the same campus at the same time Photo: Ford Motor Company Say what you want about Saudi Arabia.…
Why Are Cars so Boring? A Design Engineer Explains
Photo: Yahya S. Thousands of cars are produced every day and given how easy it is to imagine what an exciting, exotic car might look like, it seems strange that…
Ford Design Teams Build Snowmen Because Christmas
To build up holiday cheer—as well as to build team solidarity—nine Ford design teams were put to the task of building a super cool snowman out of three pieces of…
Ford, DAAA Team Up for Holiday Meals on Wheels Thanksgiving
Ford volunteers package food for Holiday Meals on Wheels Thanksgiving program Today is Thanksgiving, and Ford is doing its part to make sure that nobody in Southeastern Michigan has to…
Ford of Canada Celebrates 55 Years of the Mustang with Cake, Cars
Ford of Canada celebrated the 55th anniversary of the Mustang at its HQ on April 17 Photo: Ford Motor Company On April 17, Ford Motor Company celebrated the 55th anniversary…
Ford Built to Lend a Hand Program Offers Six Months Payment Relief
Photo: Ford Ford is offering eligible new car customers in the United States up to six months of payment relief through its newly announced Built to Lend a Hand program.…
IIHS Runs New Passenger Small-Overlap Test on Mid-Size SUVs, Reveals Major Problems
Photo: IIHS via YouTube Back in October last year, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announced that it would be introducing a new crash test to its bevy of trials,…
Ford Awards $350,000 to Students in North Texas
Ford and the association of North Texas Ford Dealers have awarded roughly $350,000 in scholarships and technology prizes to students from more than 100 high schools throughout the area. The…
Ford and Walmart Teaming Up to Test Autonomous Grocery Delivery
In an article posted to Medium, Ford Autonomous Vehicles LLC Director of Business Development Brian Wolf revealed that the automaker is partnering with Walmart and Postmates on a pilot program…
Ford and Domino's Aim to Kill Pizza Delivery Careers with Self-Driving Cars
The automation of labor is a can of worms that must one day be opened; whether it leads to embracing the necessity of a universal wage and accepting the end…
The Koenigsegg One:1 is a Sexual Tyrannosaurus
The Koenigsegg One:1 is the world’s first Megacar. 1,340 horsepower will earn you that kind of distinction. Being a performance car enthusiast and having never heard of Koenigsegg is tantamount…
How to Safely Drive While Transporting Inflated Balloons
Photo: The News Wheel Colorful, eye-catching balloons are a joy to receive — but a pain to drive with! A cabin full of inflated balloons can obscure your view of…
44 Miatas Spell “MARRY ME?” In Best Proposal Ever
Here’s a protip, ladies and gentlemen: if you’re going to propose to your beloved, you need to be creative. Popping out a ring at a restaurant just doesn’t cut it…
Ford Wins 2014 NASCAR Nationwide Owners' Championship
The No. 22 Hertz Mustang won six races en route to earning Penske the 2014 NASCAR Nationwide Owners’ Championship Ever since Ford Racing brought the Mustang into the Nationwide Series…
Following Up With the Mazda Heroes
Photo: Mazda In 2020, Mazda recognized 50 community-minded problem solvers who dedicated their time and energy to brightening up a gloomy year. These Mazda Heroes were awarded new Mazda MX-5…
How’s the 2020 Ford Explorer ST Doing in Canada?
Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford revealed this month that the new Explorer ST has been quite the hit stateside with 21 percent of cumulative sales for the next-gen Explorer going…
Five Road Trip Treats for National Junk Food Day
National Junk Food Day is July 21st! It’s one of the many days a year where you’re given a pass to eat the food you crave but normally pass on…
First-Ever Daytona 500 Pace Truck, a Chevy Silverado, Will Be Driven by Dale Earnhardt Jr.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. will pace the Daytona 500 in this 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Dale Earnhardt Jr. has won the Daytona 500 twice, and now he’ll lead the way in a…
Film Preview – El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie
Things are looking grim for Jesse Pinkman Video: Netflix Breaking Bad is one of the most fan-beloved and critically-acclaimed television dramas of all time. Focusing primarily on science teacher turned…
FCA Teams Up with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra to Deliver Discounted Tickets to U.S. Military Personnel
FCA is helping military members access the arts more easily Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is constantly looking for new ways to give back to U.S. service members and their family. The…
FCA Aims to Provide 1 Million Meals to Kids in Need
No Kid Hungry campaign Photo: FCA FCA and Chrysler Brand are well on their way of fulfilling the commitment it made in mid-March to provide 1 million meals to kids…
Father Takes Five-Year-Old Son Drifting For Father-Son Bonding
Anton Avdeev and his son bonded with some drifting Photo: YouTube Seeing a father and son bonding is always one way to warm the cockles of the soul. But one…
8 Facts About Drowsy Driving
Photo: The News Wheel Drowsy driving is a serious problem, one which many people don’t take seriously enough. It’s not uncommon for someone to load up on caffeine and energy…
Everything to Know About the Final Chevrolet Corvette C7 Model Up for Auction
Here’s your chance to own a piece of Corvette history Photo: Chevrolet Later this summer, Chevrolet will bid farewell to the current generation of Corvette models to usher in the…
Enter BMW's i Secret Sweepstakes, Win Electric i3 from Super Bowl Ad
Did you happen to see that clever commercial during the Super Bowl for the all-electric BMW i3? Katie Couric and Bryant Gumbel’s nostalgic, self-deprecating humor has garnered the ad many…
Electric Car Etiquette: Try Being Considerate of Other People
Electric car drivers may be happy about their cars, but they’re not always happy with other drivers. Photo: General Motors – Chevrolet The popularity of electric vehicles (EVs), and their…
LA’s EIF Revlon Run/Walk for Women Sponsored by Toyota
Mark your calendars, because this Saturday, May 10th, the 20th annual Entertainment Industry Foundation (EIF) Revlon Run/Walk for Women sponsored by Toyota will take place at the Los Angeles Memorial…
Dubai Police Turn Porsche 918 Spyder into Law Enforcement Vehicle
The Dubai Police has added a Porsche 918 Spyder to its already ridiculous collection of exotic supercars, which also includes a Bugatti 16.4 Veyron, McLaren MP4-12C, and Lamborghini Aventador. Helpful…
Uber to Invest $1 Billion in China
Travis Kalanick, wondering if China is thinking about him, too. Image via Wikimedia Commons Man, Uber wants China so, so bad. In a letter to uber’s investors, Chief Executive Travis…
Drums Vs Discs: How Your Brakes Work And Are Picked
Almost all new vehicles use disc brakes, but a few (looking at you, Toyota Tacoma) still include drum brakes, and drum brakes used to be the norm. So, I wondered,…
