The News Wheel editorial team

The News Wheel editorial team


Uncommon Car Colors: 2019 Models Available in Green

Photo: All vehicle images above are attributed to their respective OEMs Of all the available body colors offered on new models, green is definitely the scarcest and least popular. For…

2018 Subaru Legacy Electrifies the Crowd at the Chicago Auto Show [Photos]

Subaru brought both the 2.5i and 3.6R Limited models to the Windy City While many people at this year’s Chicago Auto Show will be busy looking for a place to park…

2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Named North American Car of the Year

Photo: Chevrolet Wowing a panel of expert judges, the all-new 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray recently drove away with the prestigious 2020 North American Car of the Year award. This eighth-generation…

2020 Lincoln Corsair Scores IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK

2020 Lincoln Corsair earned the IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK Photo: Lincoln Motor Company The all-new 2020 Lincoln Corsair is the latest vehicle from the Lincoln Motor Company to earn top…

New York Auto Show News: Genesis Enters SUV Territory with New GV80 Concept

Auto show season is in full swing for 2017…but where has Genesis been? Hyundai’s luxury sub-brand generated copious amounts of attention last year following its launch, but the brand hasn’t…

2016 Camaro to be Stronger as Well as Lighter

Get #hyped © GM In advance of its May 16th debut, Chevy is hyping the 2016 Camaro like nobody’s business. After revealing that the sixth-gen model will be 200 pounds…

Hyundai Releases Pictures of Its Custom SEMA Cars-and Boy Are They Sexy!

The Santa Fe, Elantra, and Veloster as you’ve never seen them before Every year, automakers parade their newest wares at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas. But this isn’t your…

Bruce Springsteen Tops Drivers’ Pick for Road Trip Vocalist

Since it’s all about the journey and not the destination, road trips are nothing without a good soundtrack. And according to a national survey conducted by IMR Inc. of 25,000…

GM, Joint Ventures Combine for Record March Sales in China

2015 Cadillac ATS-L Photo: © General Motors Sales of General Motors’ vehicles and the vehicles of its various joint ventures in China were up 8% year-over-year in March, setting a…

Only 90's Kids Remember the Mitsubishi 3000GT

Remember when Mitsubishi made sports cars? If you lived in the 90’s, you do. Thanks to its partnership with Chrysler better known as Diamond-Star Motors, Mitsubishi and Chrysler made some…

Nissan Leaf Makes Best Hot Hatchbacks of 2021 List

2021 Nissan Leaf Photo: Nissan When you’re shopping for a new car, you’re probably weighing the benefits of a car vs. an SUV. But, if you get a hatchback, you’ll…

2021 GMC Yukon Denali is the Rocky Mountain SUV of the Year

The new Yukon Denali is a luxurious off-roading machine Photo: GMC Tackling the rough and unpredictable terrain of a mountain range is a challenge that only the toughest vehicles can…

Daniel Ricciardo Leaves Red Bull & Signs With Renault F1

“What have I done?” – Ricciardo, probably. After Daniel Ricciardo had confirmed he would stay with Red Bull Racing, he pulled a switcheroo on everyone by signing with Renault, the…

Is Toyota Killing its Scion Brand?

The Scion iA became popular with drivers after its release last year As I was getting ready for work this morning, I received a text message from fellow editor Rebecca…

James Corden Hits the Road With ‘Beauty and the Beast’

This image is not from the upcoming live action Beauty and the Beast. Photo: Dan Stevens/The Late Late Show Disney first announced that it was taking on a live-action adaptation…

Subaru’s March Sales Show Large Increases

The 2015 Subaru Legacy experienced a 90% increase in sales over March of last year Subaru’s March sales report indicates that sales of the automaker’s models fared much better in…

Enter Our Steve McQueen Graphic Novel Giveaway Contest!

Steve McQueen was one of the coolest icons of the twentieth century, and he’s been immortalized in Motorbooks’ new graphic novel: Steve McQueen: Full Throttle Cool. This 100-page biography features dynamic black-and-white…

Not Particularly Convincing Attempt at Viral Video Sees Granny Smashing Windshield

Sometimes, when one surfs the Internet long enough, they might stumble upon a picture or a video of a candid moment or an unexpected occurrence that strikes them as funny.…

Cadillac Lyriq EV Could Make Its Debut in China

The Cadillac Lyriq EV is expected to launch in 2021 Photo: Cadillac Despite delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Cadillac’s first all-electric model is still on schedule for a 2021…

Buick Teams Up with Amazon Alexa

Photo: Guillermo Fernandes According to GM, the upcoming 2020 Buick Encore GX will be loaded with technology — including Amazon Alexa support. Amazon’s virtual assistant will allow Encore GX drivers…

Farewell, Old Friend: Toyota Killing Off Scion tC

Earlier this month, Toyota announced it would be discontinuing its youth-focused Scion division, and either cutting models from the lineup altogether or transitioning them to Toyota. Three of Scion’s four…

Ford CEO Jim Hackett Made $17.75M in 2018

Ford President and CEO Jim Hackett made $17.75 million in compensation in a year he pegged as being “mediocre by any standard” Photo: Ford It’s tax season, so you’ve probably…

2022 Honda Odyssey Goes On Sale, Starts at $32,090

Photo: Honda The 2022 Honda Odyssey is now officially available at a dealership near you (provided you live in the United States), for a starting price of $32,090 —just $300…

Ford Announces $4.5B EV Investment, 13 New Electrified Vehicles by 2020

Ford announced this week that it will be investing $4.5 billion into the development of its electric vehicle technology. This investment will support, among other things, the introduction of 13…

Lincoln Black Label: For When Luxury Needs More Luxury

The Lincoln Black Label MKC in Chroma Couture Fresh off the opening of its first ever shop in China and introducing The Lincoln Way, Lincoln has announced Lincoln Black Label, will…

Plug-In Car Sales Report: LEAF Withers, Fusion Energi Surges, Volt and Tesla Dominate

At the end of 2015, sales of plug-in cars went about the same as they had for a while: in the lead was the Model S, using its cool factor…

NASCAR Releases Ridiculous Video Promoting Keselowski's 'Sharknado 3' Cameo

NASCAR driver Brad Keselowski releases viral video for his Sharknado 3 cameo. Photo: NASCAR via YouTube Brad Keselowski is known as one of the most annoying drivers in NASCAR–just ask…

2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV Overview

Photo: Chevrolet Hot off of a mid-cycle refresh, the 2022 Bolt EV offers additional technology, updated styling, and an improved powertrain. You can pick between two different trim levels on…

Chevrolet Performance Sonic RS Concept Looking Good, SEMA-Bound

Chevrolet will be bringing a number of unique and exciting concepts to the 2013 SEMA Show, including unique spins on models such as the Malibu, Cruze, and Spark.  However, one…

GM Defense Scores $214.3 Million Military Deal

Photo: GM Defense As we’ve previously reported, GM Defense — the branch of the company that produces vehicles for use in the military — has been working on an infantry…

Leaked Photos Show New Genesis GV80 Luxury SUV

The Genesis GV80 Concept from 2017 As the debut of the Genesis GV80 draws near, images have leaked out to give potential customers a preview of the premium brand’s first…

2015 Subaru Legacy Overview

The newly redesigned 2015 Subaru Legacy Redesigned for 2015, the new Subaru Legacy features a few changes to the exterior, an upgraded cabin and better fuel economy than its predecessor.…

California Considers Prohibition on Combustion-Engine Vehicles

As EV technology advances, states like California are starting to adopt more rigorous plans to ditch diesel Photo: Wikimedia Commons Clean air is a big deal in California. So much…

West Virginia University Researchers Conclude FCA Diesel Models Produce Up to 20 Times the Legal Level of Nitrogen Oxide Allowed

Volkswagen’s emissions scandal and FCA’s emissions scandal just became a lot more similar During the investigation into Volkswagen’s emissions cheating scandal, some of the most important evidence was gathered from…

Sad Max: Reviewing “Warrior of the Lost World”

It’s Mad Max on a motorcycle… a talking motorcycle Photo: Pixabay via CC Wherever success and uniqueness exist, you’re sure to find imitators. This couldn’t be more true when it…

Hawaii Boasts the Second Highest Percentage of Hybrid or Electric Vehicles in the US

Ka’u, Hawaii Photo: Les Williams According to the latest report from Insurify, more than half a million hybrid and electric vehicles sold in 2017. The report also ranked the top…

Nissan Celebrates Beginning Of 2019 Altima Production

There are a lot of things that go into creating a new generation of a well-loved model like the Nissan Altima. From conception to engineering and design, everyone puts in…

Study: Hey, Maybe Listening to Justin Bieber is Good For You Somehow

What do the songs “Sorry” by Justin Bieber, “The Winner Takes It All” by Abba, and “Mr. Brightside” by The Killers have in common? Clearly, it is not that they…

How to Make Your Car the Perfect Rideshare Vehicle

Strive for five-star reviews with these helpful tips Photo: www.quotecatalog.com via CC If you’re thinking of becoming an Uber or Lyft driver, you need to ensure you’re well-equipped for what’s…

Lincoln Ad Starring Gary Clark Jr to Air During 2017 Grammys

Lincoln has announced that Gary Clark Jr. will be starring in a new 60-second commercial that will air twice during the Grammys. Well, they kind of announced it, anyway; Lincoln’s…

Mercedes-Benz Super Bowl Ad: “Say the Word”

Just say the word, and it will happen in a new A-Class sedan. Photo: Mercedes-Benz USA A Mercedes-Benz Super Bowl ad introduced the OEM’s new A-Class high-tech sedan with a…

You searched for behind the badge

Ever wonder what the meaning behind your favorite automotive company’s logo is? Let’s uncover the hidden symbolism behind 20 of the most prominent car badges. Are you ready to have…

Elon Musk on The Simpsons: Tesla CEO Causes “Great ePression”

Elon Musk on The Simpsons: Tesla CEO ruins Springfield (and rips off one of the show’s classic plots) Tesla CEO and gilded redditor Elon Musk has once again shown up…

2020 Ford Explorer Debut Confirmed for Jan. 9 at Ford Field

Much of the hype for Ford heading into January’s North American International Auto Show surrounds the return of the Mustang Shelby GT500, but given that Detroit is the Blue Oval’s…

Toyota FT-1 Vision GT Coming “Soon” to Gran Turismo 6

Toyota FT-1 Vision GT Coming “Soon” to Gran Turismo 6 Remember the massively cool Toyota FT-1 concept? We certainly do (which is probably obvious given the amount of coverage it’s…

Donald Trump Nearly Got the Chance to Call Mary Barra Ugly

The recent Wikileaks info dump of hacked emails has turned up a list of possible vice presidential picks that were apparently considered by the Hillary Clinton campaign, before it ultimately…

NASCAR CEO Brian France Endorses Donald Trump Explicitly, Downfall of Western Civilization Implicitly

Last night, during a Super Tuesday Eve rally at Georgia’s Valdosta State University, NASCAR CEO Brian France publicly endorsed Donald Trump for president of the United States. France was joined…

These Are the Cars You’ll See at a Donald Trump Rally

Donald Trump speaking at a rally Photo: Michael Vadon Ahead of the Ohio primaries on March 15th, the one and only Donald J. Trump made a quick stop at the…

You searched for paint

When it comes to vehicle color, Audi has a unique and fun way of standing out from the crowd. For several years now, the automaker has offered a staggering amount…

When to Use Your Car’s Headlights

Photo: The News Wheel Unless your car has automatic daytime-running headlights, you’ve got to decide when to switch your headlights on and off — and when to use the high…