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UFC Fighter Conor McGregor Shows Off His 2016 Cadillac Escalade
It only seems fitting that somebody as brash and audacious as UFC star Conor McGregor would drive an equally bold vehicle to go along with that big personality, with that…
Does Car Technology Make Roads More Dangerous?
Photo: The News Wheel With all of the new technology available in cars these days, the dream of the perfect road trip is more advanced than ever. Beyond hitting the…
Chevys Named Top Used Hybrids and Electric Cars Under $20,000
The 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV Photo: Chevrolet Hybrids and electric cars tend to come with higher price tags than their gas-powered counterparts, though they do save you money on gas…
What Are the Differences Between the 2018 Chevrolet Sonic and Spark?
2018 Chevrolet Sonic hatchback and sedan 2018 Chevrolet Spark For drivers who prefer small vehicles, Chevrolet offers not one, but two subcompact cars: the 2018 Sonic and the 2018 Spark.…
Chrysler Pacifica and Alfa Romeo Giulia Win Awards from Popular Mechanics
Perfecting the minivan once again Talk about your automotive déjà vu! Two weeks ago, The News Wheel reported that both the Chrysler Pacifica and the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio received awards from…
Broadway Hits The Road With James Corden and Carpool Karaoke
This is my most favorite Carpool Karaoke screencap EVER The Tony Awards are coming up this Sunday, and a new episode of The Late Late Show’s Carpool Karaoke has been released…
Americans Gearing Up for Summer Road Trips, Gas Prices Be Damned
The current national average price for gas today is $2.58 per gallon, which is the highest it has been all year (up 55 cents from January 2015). But does that…
How To Get Into Drag Racing
Photo: Michael via Flickr Drag racing has probably been around since the wheel was invented. It’s racing in its most simple form: Get from Point A to Point B faster…
Lincoln: 2017 Continental's Fancy Available Audio System Sure is Fancy
If you thought that Ford’s love of studies was limited merely to the Blue Oval brand, think again. An Ipsos study of the auditory tendencies of drivers was recently used…
Chevy Volt and EN-V Concepts to Cameo in Disney’s Tomorrowland
The 2016 Chevy Bolt concept may share its name with a Disney film, but it’s the Volt that’s actually going to appear in one—alongside one of GM’s bizarre concept vehicles.…
What are the Best Tips to Sell Your Car?
Selling a pre-owned vehicle can be easy if you follow these tips Photo: John Lloyd As exciting as it sounds, selling a car can prove to be a drag if…
Passenger Cars Reach Their Lowest Market Share in Recorded History
It would seem the sun is setting on traditional sedans Earlier this summer, analysts predicted that passenger car sales would hit their lowest point in 60 years by the end…
Ford Compact Pickup Due by Late 2021, to Start Under $20K
Ford is diving back into the small truck segment by late 2021 (don’t worry, the next Ford compact pickup will probably be more handsome than the Courier here) Photo: Ford…
Underrated Car Chases: ‘Godzilla Raids Again’ (1955)
The iconic Osaka Castle is a victim of monster mayhem caused by an inadvertent car crash Photo: Ethan Conley via CC There are few fictional characters with as varied and…
Ford Goes Back-to-Back: 2018 F-150 Wins Truck of Texas Award
This just in: the 2018 Ford F-150 is big in Texas. Ford’s F-Series this week racked up its 14th Truck of Texas title when the new and improved F-150 bested…
Diesel Engines Lose Popularity in UK as Tides Turn to Gasoline, Alternative Fuels
Electric vehicles, such as the plug-in pictured above, are quickly becoming a popular vehicle choice for UK businesses Across the world, businesses are jumping onto the “going green” train, and…
Nissan Lets 2017 Rogue Sport Loose in Nashville
When an automaker launches a new vehicle, it has to work hard to drum up enthusiasm for it. Since many consumers turn to social media sites to learn more about…
Lexus Takes You on a World Tour with “Journeys in Taste” and “Culinary Perspectives”
Photo: Lexus Lexus and the luxury travel magazine Conde Nast International have teamed up to present a documentary series entitled “Journeys in Taste,” as well as a line of e-cookbooks…
2018 Ford Expedition, F-150 Pull in Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Awards
2018 Ford F-150 XLT SuperCrew 4×4 Good things come in fours: All-4-One, the Jaws franchise, and the number of consecutive years in which the new Ford F-150 has won its…
Yes — 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata is Back With MORE
Finally, the rumors can be put to rest. The iconic Mazda MX-5 Miata is back, and this little roadster is not so little anymore, officially bringing more power, more designs,…
Mustang Mach-E Charges 30 Percent Faster Than Expected
The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E charges about 30 times faster than previously expected Photo: Ford One of those long-standing anxieties that have put people off buying electric vehicles: the time…
Audi Wins 13th 24 Hours of Le Mans
Congrats to @AudiR18_2 & @AudiR18_1. Hats off to Toyota and Porsche for a hard-fought race. See you in Austin. #LM24 pic.twitter.com/C7aaBySSx5 — Audi (@Audi) June 15, 2014 Audi has just…
Ford Mustang Named 2019 SEMA Car of the Year
California Pony Cars Ford Mustang GT Fastback Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford maintained its spot as one of the hottest brands to show its stuff at the SEMA show with…
GM's Spring Hill Plant Gets $22 Million Investment for Engine Production
GM’s complex in Spring Hill, Tennessee General Motors will produce new engines at its manufacturing complex in Spring Hill, Tennessee — and it’s investing $22 million to make the necessary…
Seven-Seat Subaru SUV May Debut at 2015 Tokyo Motor Show
A new seven-seat Subaru SUV is reportedly being designed right now to replace the outgoing 2014 Tribeca, pictured here A replacement for the outgoing Subaru Tribeca, which ceased production in…
3 Breathtaking Scenic Drives in Wisconsin
Photo: tpsdave With its lush forests, clear lakes, rolling hills, and sparkling rivers, Wisconsin is famous for its natural beauty. If you’d like to tour the Badger State from behind…
5 Reasons to Buy a New Car
There are many reasons that you should at least consider buying a new car versus a used one, and it’s important that you know what they are. One of the…
2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Overview
The Santa Fe sport utility vehicle has been a bestseller for Hyundai since its debut over a decade ago, and it continues that trend of functionality and style in its latest…
Max Verstappen Wins F1’s “Best Overtake of the Year” Award
Over a year ago, I wrote about how bringing 17-year old Max Verstappen into Formula 1 had turned out to be a great idea, and how he had quickly dispelled…
2016 Ford Focus RS to Make US Debut in New York
2016 Ford Focus RS When it seemed likely that Ford would be putting forth a next-gen Ford Focus RS, one of the biggest questions on the minds of American motor…
Buick Sales Down by 12 Percent During the Second Quarter of 2018
In a market that is moving away from sedans, Buick’s sales are suffering During the second quarter of the year, Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac all experienced varying degrees of overall…
For Real Though, Hobo Johnson really Loves his Crosstrek
How Hobo Johnson looks when he thinks about Subaru Photo: Bruce Via Flikr Recently, I’ve written multiple times about indie musician Hobo Johnson and his ongoing and rather delightful relationship with his…
All-New Nissan GT-R Takes The New York Stage
After months of anticipation and teasing from Nissan, the 2017 Nissan GT-R has finally been revealed to the world at the New York International Auto Show. The automaker claims that…
Mitsubishi Recognized for Its Useful Website
Mitsubishi Motors Photo: Mitsubishi Motors J.D. Power recently conducted its 2020 Manufacturer Website Evaluation Study – Winter. The study found that Mitsubishi has the most useful website of all the…
The Rock Sideswipes Guy's Truck, Guy is Overjoyed
Pictured (from left to right): Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, a man who is simultaneously in awe and in fear for his life, and overjoyed/terrified man’s busted truck Photo: Dwayne Johnson/Instagram…
5 Custom 2020 Ford F-Series Super Duty Trucks Coming to SEMA
One of the five 2020 Ford F-Series Super Duty trucks fixing to light up SEMA 2019 Photo: Ford Motor Company SEMA is upon us once again, and Ford is looking…
Next-Generation Chevy Cruze Debuts in Beijing
We got to see a slightly updated 2015 Chevrolet Cruze at the New York Auto Show last week, but the real treat for Cruze fans came out of the Beijing…
The Streak Continues: Mazda3 Remains Kelley Blue Book's Coolest Car
In some not-so-shocking news, Kelley Blue Book has released its list of the 10 Coolest Cars under $20,000 for 2018. And there are some familiar names on the top of the…
2019 GMC Sierra Limited Overview
If you’re in the market for a new light-duty pickup, the 2019 GMC Sierra Limited is a rewarding choice. Noteworthy brawn pairs with purposeful features and a comfortable interior equipped…
Toyota Recalls 112,500 Vehicles in US
It’s been a while since our last a significant recall post, in a year that’s so far been pretty quiet on the recall front when compared to 2014. But this…
Mitsubishi Refuses to Give Up; Sales Up 1% in December 2016
Yep, Mitsubishi is still around—and it has no intention of going anywhere. If you were staying on top of current events in the automotive world about eight months ago, when…
Hyundai Kona Among Autotrader’s Best Cars for Recent Grads
Photo: Hyundai This year’s college grads are leaving school only to confront an economy hit hard by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. In this environment, it’s more important than…
Chevrolet Bolt Named Top Compact Green Car of 2018 by Consumer Reports
The Chevrolet Bolt won a highly coveted spot in Consumer Reports’ Top 10 Picks of 2018 this week. As part of the list, the Bolt was named Top Compact Green…
2015 Sonata with Apple CarPlay Functionality Sets Sedan Apart
The all-new 2015 Hyundai Sonata debuted yesterday at the New York International Auto Show in New York City. According to the automaker, drivers will be able to elect to get…
Grappler Concept Transforms Hyundai Veloster Into Off-Road Beast
The Hyundai Veloster Grappler concept Photo: Hyundai The Hyundai Veloster isn’t the first vehicle that comes to mind for off-roading prowess, but that’s about to change. Hyundai has given its…
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Names 2019 Chrysler Pacifica a Top Pick
With more than 100 standard and available safety features, including the “superior”-rated Automatic Emergency Braking and Forward Collision Warning-Plus driver-assist technologies, the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica continues the model’s trend of…
2019 Subaru Crosstrek Overview
The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek gives you the opportunity for adventure. With seating for up to five passengers and plenty of cargo space, you can tackle your next road trip with…
GM Lansing Stamping Facility Loses Camaros, Gains New Presses
The first production models of the all-new sixth-generation 2016 Chevy Camaro just rolled off the assembly line and have been shipped to dealers. And just as the Camaros left, the…
Pair of Dodge Demons Up for Auction This Weekend
Ready to make a deal with the Demon Photo: Mecum Auctions Late last month, the final production model of the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon was auctioned off alongside the final…
2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Starts at $41,995 MSRP; Stelvio Ti Starts at $43,995
Alfa Romeo has announced that its 2018 Stelvio SUV will start at $41,995 MSRP, not including a $995 destination fee. The even more upscale Alfa Romeo Stelvio Ti will start…
