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Smart Car Seat Could Give You a Massage or Save Your Life
Intelligent Active Wellness car seat Image: Reuters via Youtube It seems like, lately, car manufacturers are all about making the car smarter—nowadays, car manufacturers have promised and delivered advanced technologies…
Sleep Suit Helps Simulate Drowsy Driving for Ford Driving Skills for Life Program
We all know and understand the dangers of driving drunk and distracted, but do we truly understand the gravity of driving drowsy? According to a study published by the European…
SKYACTIV Gets 2013 Mazda CX-5 Best-In-Class MPG
SKYACTIV tech earns the 2013 Mazda CX-5 best-in-class MPG The 2013 Mazda CX-5 is a breath of fresh air in the stuffy compact SUV segment. The CX-5 doesn’t just look…
Singalong Hits Are Distracting Behind the Wheel
Photo: The News Wheel Cranking up the volume and singing along with your favorite songs is one of the true joys of driving. But that joy can quickly turn because…
Signs Your Vehicle Needs Immediate Service
Photo: Mazda It’s easy to neglect vehicle maintenance. Oftentimes, dashboard lights and strange noises go ignored, since it can be tough to find the time and money to have your…
Signs That Your Car’s Throttle Body Needs Maintenance
If you drive a car with a fuel-injected engine, your vehicle’s performance hinges on its ability to get just the right mixture of fuel and air. The throttle body is…
Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Side Mirror
Photo: The News Wheel Your side mirrors are integral to your driving safety as they allow you to see what’s on your sides and behind you, but they don’t last…
Should I Buy Used Car Tires?
If you’re considering buying used tires for your vehicle, it’s important to weigh the benefits and drawbacks before making this decision. We’ve rounded up several reasons why you might want…
Shelby Brand Manager Provides Updates on Shelby GT350
Ford has had enthusiasts buzzing since it first revealed the new Shelby GT350 at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show. In the near five months since the unveiling, though, the…
Seven-Seat Chevrolet Blazer Coming to China
The three-row Chevrolet Blazer Photo: Chevrolet Chevrolet is bringing a three-row Blazer model to the Chinese market. This new “mid-large” SUV will debut later this week at the 2019 Chevrolet…
Vehicular Viewing: New on Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu for September 2019
Buckle up for The News Wheel’s latest review of notable vehicle-centric movies and TV shows coming to the three major streaming services. September’s selections include yet another Netflix car show,…
Second Verse, Same as the First: Mazda North America Releases September Sales Update
As Mazda reports its September sales, we are definitely sensing a trend, here, as the figures follow the pattern from last month. Like in August, overall sales dropped year-over-year. However,…
Scientists Are Developing a Blood Test to Detect Drowsy Drivers
We're a step closer to developing a roadside test for driver sleepiness thanks to new research from our scientists: https://t.co/oJONkU8NhV pic.twitter.com/quVZs4ePoU — University of Surrey (@UniOfSurrey) October 3, 2018 Drowsy…
Sauber F1 Team Returns as Alfa Romeo Racing for 2019
Photo: SauberF1Team.com The Swiss-based Sauber F1 team, which has been competing in Formula One since 1993 and has never operated under any name that didn’t include its founder’s name, has…
Sales Spotlight: Kia Attains the Highest Quarterly Total for Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles in the Brand’s History
Kia Motors America has just achieved its best-ever quarterly total of 20,346 units, thanks to April, May, and June sales results. Year-to-date, Kia has seen 7.8% more pre-owned vehicle sales…
[Rumor] Porsche Considering 2021 Formula One Entry
Photo: Takayuki Suzuki Gerhard Berger, ex-Formula One racing driver and 10-time Grand Prix winner, says that Porsche Motorsport is considering an entry into F1 in 2021, but will only commit…
Rumor: Chevy Volt Might Be Potentially Replaced by a Gasoline-Electric Crossover in 2022
Will the CrossVolt look a lot like the FNR-X concept vehicle? GM has yet to say. Due to this year’s slump in sedan sales, GM is currently planning to decrease…
Road Trip Pit Stops: 4 Unique Hotels in West Virginia
The Greenbrier Photo: Bobak Ha’Eri West Virginia is a beloved road trip destination, thanks to its natural beauty and historical significance. While you’re visiting the Mountain State, stay at these…
Road Trip Pit Stops: 4 Unique Hotels in Texas
Presidio La Bahia Photo: Jkulick Everything is bigger in Texas as they say. If that’s the case, then why choose to stay at a boring hotel while you visit? The…
Road Trip Pit Stops: 4 Unique Hotels in Louisiana
Degas House Photo: Millicenthand Whether you want to go to Louisiana for the history, Mardi Gras parties, or the great food, your fun shouldn’t stop when you reach your hotel.…
Rise of the Underdog: Mazda's Dedication to ICEs
Despite Mazda’s reluctance to adopt hybrid or electric engines into its main line of cars for the U.S., the EPA says that Mazda has the highest overall Manufacturer Adjusted Fuel…
Rigorous Driver’s License Application Processes Around the World – Part 2
Saudi Arabia, Finland, Japan, and Germany aren’t the only countries with challenging license application processes. Here are four more countries to add to the list. Impressive Legacy: Discover the history…
2021 Mazda CX-9 Overview
Photo: Mazda Mazda’s flagship crossover returns for the 2021 model year with relatively minor changes. It gained a standard 10.3-inch infotainment screen, along with the new Carbon Edition trim level.…
Rick Perry Celebrates GM’s Commitment to Texas
Rick Perry visited the Arlington Assembly Plant to, uh, do work. Hard work, as you can see. Rick Perry, Texas’ current state governor and former presidential hopeful, recently headed over…
2022 Chevy Traverse Loses Base L Trim, Gains New Features
The 2022 Chevrolet Traverse Premier Photo: Chevrolet The Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer, and Malibu are each losing their base L trim levels for the 2022 model year. Now, it’s been revealed…
Reuss, Aldred Dismiss Badlands Rumors
© General Motors Last month, General Motors filed a trademark with the USPTO for a truck known as “Badlands,” and folks began buzzing almost immediately about the possibility of a…
Return of Road Trips Worry Drivers
Summer is a blink away, and that means the return of the road trip! Although there is plenty of excitement around on-the-road getaways, a new survey reveals there is also…
Rest Easy — You Can Have a Manual in Your New Supra
Photo: Toyota The launch of the new 2020 Toyota GR Supra has gone over quite well considering the mind-boggling amounts of hype that surrounded the car, but some enthusiasts were…
Researchers Watch YouTube Videos to Study Drowsy Driving
Instead of going through the trouble of setting up a controlled experiment to perform a study, why not look at the examples already at your fingertips? Australian researchers from QUT’s…
Reports Suggest 80 MPH Speed Limit Improves Adherence
80 MPH speed limit sign in Utah Highways across the United States have been gradually raising speed limits over the past several years, with many states moving maximum speed limits…
Report: Women Don’t Trust Self-Driving Cars
Autonomous Chevy Bolt EV Photo: © General Motors Whether you believe it or not, women and men are different in a lot of ways. We could get into fights about…
Report Reveals 75 MPH Speed Limit in Michigan Possible Cause of Increased Accidents
On certain roads in Michigan, drivers will find a speed limit of 75 miles per hour, allowing their inner speed demon a legal way to lash out. But, a road…
Report: Ford Might Make the Focus RS Even Crazier Somehow
2016 Ford Focus RS Ford Performance has had a helluva 2015 thus far, from the reveal of arguably its three core models—the GT, F-150 Raptor, and Shelby GT350R Mustang—in January…
Report: Ford in Talks to Purchase Michigan Central Station
Photo: Albert Duce One of Detroit’s most recognizable and beloved landmarks is being eyed for purchase by the Ford Motor Company. Crain’s Detroit Business reported on Monday that negotiations between…
Reminder: Drowsy Driving Can Be Very, Very Dangerous
The serious reality: fatigue affects driving. Photo: Fuschia Foot On the list of dangerous driving behaviors, what do you think would be at the top? The first two would most…
2015 Toyota Corolla Overview
The Corolla was fully redesigned for 2014, so the changes to this model year are minimal. However, the 2015 Toyota Corolla does get a fold-down rear armrest in most trim…
Reminder: Auto Part Makers Really Want Current Fuel Economy Rules To Stay
As we get closer and closer to the Environmental Protection Agency under Scott Pruitt, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and Donald Trump issuing a recommendation on whether or not Obama-era…
Rejoice! Ford Has an All-New Media Center For All Your Gawking Needs
Are you sitting down? Are you at least somewhere approximate to a chair, preferably one with a nice cushion and some kind of lumbar support? Okay. Get ready. You’re gonna…
Regular-Cab Models Finally on the Way for 2019 Chevy Silverado
A 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 regular-cab model The vast majority of pickup buyers these days are opting for crew-cab and double-cab configurations, so automakers have been cutting back on producing…
Reducing Vehicle Weight Is Key to GM's Zero-Emissions Strategy
GM engineers applied lightweighting technology to produce a 3D-printed seat bracket (right) that is 40 percent lighter and 20 percent stronger than the original part (left). As General Motors works…
Redesigned British Yaris Coming to UK Roads This Summer
Current-gen US-spec Yaris This summer, British drivers can look forward to a new, refreshed Toyota Yaris. The city-friendly subcompact is getting some funky new upgrades, both inside and out, that…
Red Bull: ‘Visit to Honda Factory Convinced Verstappen to Extend His Contract’
Max Verstappen has extended his contract with the Red Bull Racing team for an additional three years. Reportedly, he also managed to push his salary into the range of $25-35…
Recent Charitable Contributions from Toyota Changes Lives
While we have all been sweating it in July, Toyota is working even harder to make life easier on our communities. From preserving our nation’s history to partnering up with…
Recent Automotive Job Cuts Demonstrate the Vulnerability of Salaried Positions
White collar jobs may not be as secure as they once were General Motors recently announced its intention to cut approximately 14,000 jobs in an effort to pivot toward an…
Ram Goes Off Road with New 2017 Ram Power Wagon
The Ram truck brand has been raking in awards left and right for a good reason—it knows trucks. Nowhere is this better shown than the Ram brand’s newest addition to its…
Ram Announces New 2020 Heavy Duty Limited Black Edition
The 2020 Ram Heavy Duty Limited Black Edition Photo: FCA Ram Truck is elevating the 2020 Ram Heavy Duty to new heights with the new Limited Black Edition. This edition…
Ram Adds Hydro Blue Hue to Its Color Collection
Ram’s feeling blue, but in a good way One of the reasons why drivers continuously choose the Ram lineup of trucks is so that they can stand out in a crowd.…
Rafael Nadal Joins Forces with Kia in New X-Men-Inspired Commercial
The Mystique-inspired Kia Sportage is Rafael Nadal’s new sidekick in Kia’s newest commercial Bet you didn’t know tennis superstar Rafael Nadal was a mutant. Well, he isn’t really. But in…
[QUIZ] Plan a Road Trip and We'll Tell You What Kind of Car You Should Buy
Use this quiz to plan your ideal road trip, and we’ll suggest a vehicle segment that would fit your needs! The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers…
[QUIZ] Can You Name These Models in Mitsubishi's 2018 Lineup?
The Chicago Auto Show gave our editors a chance to take a closer look at Mitsubishi’s lineup. With new models, concept cars, and 2018 production cars, there was a lot…
