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Santa Claus Arrested in Idaho for DUI
With a name like Santa Claus, you’d have to have a beard Santa Claus is known for many things—his bushy white beard, his jolly read suit, his band of reindeer,…
The Pros and Cons of Car Supermarkets
Long gone are the days of trawling through the classifieds or keeping your eyes peeled on the roads for used cars for sale—it is now all done online. Online car…
Texan Dodge Viper Enthusiasts Boast 79-Car Collection
Wayne and D’Ann Rauh added two more Dodge Vipers to their Viper collection, totaling 79 models Sometimes, one Dodge Viper just isn’t enough. At least, not if you’re Wayne and…
Chevrolet Raises Price of the 2014 Corvette Stingray to Match Demand
Chevrolet Raises Price of the 2014 Corvette Stingray to Match Demand One of the benefits of manufacturing the 2014 North American Car of the Year is knowing that your lineup…
Be Careful What You Promise When Selling Your Car
Selling your car usually means you’ve officially, legally, and forevermore relinquished all rights and responsibilities to that particular set of wheels and everything it carries. Yet if you lie and…
The News Wheel Editors: Summer-Themed Songs to Accompany Warm-Weather Drives
Summer drives are great for soaking in seasonal warmth, beautiful views, and good music Photo: Avinash Patel via Pexels A curated collection of songs can help set the mood for…
Supreme Court Strikes Down Forced DUI Blood Tests, Upholds the Breathalyzer
Image: Brian Turner In a 7-1 decision, the US Supreme Court has ruled that law enforcement can’t force drunk drivers to take invasive blood tests without a warrant, although it…
Nissan Titan XD and Nissan Maxima Honored at Chicago Auto Show
The Chicago Auto Show is a major event on the American automotive calendar, with new concept and production cars rolling out from several manufacturers. The event is also the venue…
Cadillac Prices Crystal White Frost Edition ATS-V, CTS-V
2016 Cadillac ATS-V Photo: © General Motors Cadillac has officially announced and priced its Crystal White Frost Editions for the 2016 Cadillac ATS-V Coupe and Sedan and 2016 Cadillac CTS-V…
You searched for youabian puma
The Youabian Puma shocked the world to its core back in November at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show by doing just like your mother told you and being itself.…
Nissan Highlights Vintage and New Mix of Models at Car Show
2018 Nissan Leaf Nissan is mixing it up at this year’s annual Japanese Classic Car Show (JCCS) by showcasing two new 2018 models—the second-generation Nissan Leaf and the Nissan 370Z…
Three 2020 Nissan TITAN Models Adorn Home of the Tennessee Titans
2020 Nissan TITAN is positioned at Nissan Stadium Photo: Nissan Nissan Stadium, home to the Tennessee Titans, is bringing the 2020 Nissan TITAN pickup truck to new heights. Strategically placed…
FCA Head Sergio Marchionne Cancels Paris Motor Show Appearance
Sergio Marchionne has cancelled his appearance at the Paris Motor Show The Paris Motor Show is considered one of the prime places for carmakers to debut their European-oriented lineups. Because…
Watch the 2017 Acura NSX Super Bowl 50 Commercial
Acura announced early last month that it would be returning to the Super Bowl this year with an ad focusing “on the luxury automaker’s North American roots.” The one-minute commercial…
Nissan’s NISMO Festival Returns to Fuji Speedway
Nissan’s extensive worldwide lineup has a lot of fans, but none so devoted as those who follow the NISMO performance brand. For the past two decades, Nissan has celebrated these…
2013 Dodge Grand Caravan Overview
What’s New for the 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan 2013 brings a price drop for the base Dodge Caravan, and substitutes a less-expensive second-row bench seat for Stow ‘n Go captain’s…
Car Shop Remotely with Nissan@Home
Photo: Nissan The COVID-19 pandemic has changed a lot about the way commerce functions, and the car-buying process is no exception. That’s why Nissan has created a new web-based shopping…
2021 Subaru Ascent Scores IIHS Top Safety Pick+
2020 Subaru Ascent Photo: Subaru When a new vehicle reaches the market, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety — or IIHS — puts it through a rigorous series of tests…
Dinosaur Disrupts Traffic on the Isle of Wight
What do you get when a triceratops crosses the road? A whole lotta havoc in the village of Godshill on the Isle of Wight in England. Last Friday, a massive…
Report: Ford SVT Could Be Changing Name to 999
2012 F-150 Raptor SVT There’s been a lot of speculation as to whether a Mustang test mule that has been seen lapping the ‘Ring will once again take up the…
Toyota Reveals Hatchback GT86 Shooting Brake Concept Down Under
The Toyota 86 Shooting Brake Concept The Toyota GT86 (also known as the Toyota 86, the Scion FR-S, and the Subaru BRZ) is well-known for being an affordable sports coupe…
Toyota and Tesla Lead New List of World’s Top Green Companies
Photo: Jondaar_1/Flickr A new list of the world’s top green companies called Carbon Clean200 was released this week with Toyota in the lead. The top five companies in the inaugural…
Chevy and Domino’s Satisfy Drivers' Pizza Cravings
Chevrolet Marketplace adds Domino’s Photo: Steve Fecht for Chevrolet Pizza is a go-to dinner choice for tons of people. Now, thanks to integrated tech from Chevy and a partnership with…
Ready for Red Bull Global Rallycross’ New All-Electric Racing Series?
Electric vehicles are really gaining some traction in multiple areas, with EVs and plug-in hybrids coming soon from the majority of automakers, as well as expanding into racing with series…
Porsche Announces Cheaper Taycan 4S
Photo: Porsche Porsche introduced Monday the new Taycan 4S, the third and most affordable version of the automaker’s new, all-electric sports car. The Taycan 4S joins the Taycan Turbo S…
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada Earns J.D. Power Plant Quality Award
Photo: Toyota Canada Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada has received a J.D. Power Plant Quality Award in the J.D. Power 2020 U.S. Initial Quality Study. In addition to honoring the most…
2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Production Set for September
A refreshed version of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 will arrive this fall Photo: Chevrolet After delays caused by the global microchip shortage, General Motors has finally scheduled production for the…
GM Stores SUVs at Michigan State During Chip Shortage
The 2021 Chevrolet Traverse Photo: Chevrolet Manufacturers have been facing a number of production issues throughout the pandemic, with the latest being a microchip shortage. Due to this shortage, GM…
2021 GMC Canyon Overview
Photo: GM The mid-size 2021 GMC Canyon is like a more refined version of its cousin, the 2021 Chevrolet Colorado. For the latest model year, the Canyon gained a redesigned…
2021 Buick Envision and Chevy Equinox Named Best Family Cars
The 2021 Buick Envision Photo: Buick PARENTS magazine compiled its list of “The Best Family Cars of 2021,” which recognizes the most family-friendly models on the market. The Buick Envision…
GMC Hummer EV Animations Powered by Unreal Engine
Photo: GMC Although most chatter about the GMC Hummer EV has been about its powertrain output and off-road capabilities, its infotainment system deserves some attention for its innovations, too. The…
Ford Name Mike Amend, Doug Field to Executive Roles
Mike Amend (left) and Doug Field joined Ford in key roles in September Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company has made a pair of major amendments (heh) to its executive team…
Mitsubishi Takes the Third Spot in 2021 Initial Quality Study
The 2021 Mitsubishi lineup Photo: Mitsubishi Motors The J.D. Power U.S. Initial Quality Study looks at the number of problems drivers experience during the first 90 days of new-vehicle ownership.…
LinkedIn Profile Teases 2023 Ford Bronco Raptor
Is the 2023 Ford Bronco Raptor coming? Let’s hope! Photo: Ford Bronco-mania is still running wild, and it’s looking like it’s fixing to only get wilder and wilder down the…
Everyone Is Still Arguing Over F1 Crash at Silverstone
Left: Verstappen’s fanbase. Right: Hamilton’s fanbase. If only they were this cute. Photo: cloudvisual via CC There’s nothing quite like two championship rivals coming together to create a Formula 1…
Analysis of the Verstappen/Ocon Crash
Red Bull Racing’s Max Verstappen was poised to win yesterday’s 2018 Brazilian Grand Prix when he clashed with Force India’s Esteban Ocon, the 22-year old Frenchman against whom he had…
Ford Names Elena Ford Chief Customer Experience Officer, Savona VP NA Manufacturing
Ford Motor Company has named Elena Ford, 52, its new Chief Customer Experience Officer. Ford will report directly to Ford President of Global Operations Joe Hinrichs; the nature of the…
Ford Launches New FordPass Rewards Visa Card
Nice of Henry Ford to open a FordPass Rewards Visa Card Photo: Ford If you’re a Ford customer looking to maximize your bucks and get the most out of every…
What is the Difference Between a Moonroof and a Sunroof?
When sifting through model overviews, trying to decide which vehicle you want to purchase, some of the features can be a little vague. While some models may list a sunroof…
History of the Nissan GT-R
The 2021 Nissan GT-R in Bayside Blue Photo: Nissan When it finally arrived on American soil in 2008, the Nissan GT-R was already dubbed “Godzilla” by the press because of…
Duramax Diesel Engine Lands a Spot on Best Engines Lists
2020 GMC Sierra 1500 Photo: GMC WardsAuto recently compiled its lists of the 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems for 2020. The new 3.0-liter Duramax diesel engine, which is available…
Ford Teases the Next-Generation Ranger with First Footage
The next-generation Ford Ranger is coming with a vengeance Photo: Ford Ford is oh-so-close to revealing the next-generation Ranger pickup. So close you can taste it. But you don’t actually…
2022 Buick Enclave Receives a Serious Refresh
Photo: Buick The 2022 Buick Enclave will arrive soon with refreshed exterior styling, interior design changes, and an array of new safety and convenience technologies. The Current Model Year: Learn…
Mazda MX-30 and CX-30 Win Red Dot Design Awards
Photo: Mazda Mazda’s first purely electric vehicle, the MX-30, may be a newcomer, but it has already made a splash in automotive awards circles. This peppy new SUV recently drove…
I Fixed the Political Bumper Sticker
Photo: Nick Youngson via CC In the past, I’ve written on The News Wheel about my general dislike for bumper stickers of all kinds and three of the most irritating…
2019 Honda Passport Named ‘Best New Car for 2019’
Photo: Honda Honda has brought back the Passport SUV and already the all-new model is receiving glowing industry praise. The Passport was just named the “Best New Car for 2019”…
Ford Cracks Top 10 on 2018 Top 50 U.S. Patent Recipients List
Innovation is the name of the game when it comes to staying atop the ever-changing automotive industry. In 2018, Ford Motor Company innovated more than any other company in the…
2018 Red Dot Awards for Design Presented to Three Kia Models
2018 Kia Stinger took home “Best of the Best” title for design from the Red Dot Awards The Kia Stinger, Picanto, and Stonic escalate Kia’s total wins from the Red…
2017 Ford C-MAX Overview
The 2017 Ford C-MAX is a five-passenger hatchback that Ford originally designed in Europe with the aim of showing fuel-efficient and practical cars could still be fun. Sure enough, the…
2016 Honda Pilot Receives 5-Star NHTSA Safety Rating
The 2016 Honda Pilot has just earned another feather to put in its cap: the SUV was recently awarded the highest-possible 5-star safety rating by the National Highway Traffic Safety…
