The News Wheel editorial team

The News Wheel editorial team


[VIDEO] Freeze Frame! Hyundai Gets Festive for the Mannequin Challenge

Photo: Hyundai USA Every automaker loves to get into the holiday spirit; many of them promote special deals during the month of December, and Hyundai is no exception. The Korean…

Ryu Jun-yeol Takes Chances, Changes His Future in Korean Hyundai Tucson Ad

Do you have Tucson fever? To promote the adventurous new Tucson (aka the Duksun in Korea) in the brand’s native country, Hyundai released a 90-second ad which has received high praise from…

Four Tips for Packing Light on a Road Trip

Don’t be tempted to take everything plus the kitchen sink when embarking on a driving adventure. Just because you don’t have to abide by confusing, complicated rules, strict measurements, exorbitant…

Update Your Insurance If You’re Headed Back to the Office

Photo: Free-Photos Although the COVID-19 pandemic continues to rage on, many workers in Canada are heading back to the office. Whether you’re returning to a five-day commute or mixing up…

2015 Kia Sedona Teaser Revealed

A 2015 Kia Sedona teaser was released ahead of the upcoming auto show. Kia Media unveiled a 2015 Kia Sedona teaser yesterday ahead of the New York International Auto Show.…

GMC August Sales Slide 14 Percent; Canyon, Yukon, Yukon XL See Double-Digit Gains

2016 GMC Canyon Sales of GMC trucks and utility vehicles were down 14% in August, totaling 42,440 units. Retail sales fell 12.8% at a total of 39,145 units. GMC’s year-over-year…

The Risks and Rewards of Truck Driver Jobs and How to Find Them

It seems that no matter the economic climate, no matter the year, truck driving jobs remain in high demand. The reason is obvious. At the heart of any halfway functioning…

Audi Launches Monthly Vehicle Subscription Service in Dallas

Since its acquisition of the Texas-based company Silvercar in 2017, Audi has been attempting to expand its mobility offerings even further for U.S. customers. As such, the German brand has…

GM Announces $24 Million Investment for Its Fort Wayne Assembly Plant

GM’s truck production just received a boost in funding Photo: GM The Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra are among the highest-selling vehicles that General Motors produces. As such, GM is…

Select GM Models Gain Celebrity Voice Talent for Alexa

Photo: Guillermo Fernandes In early 2020, select GM vehicles will gain Amazon Alexa compatibility. To get this update, you’ll need to have a 2018 model year or newer Buick, Chevy,…

Autotrader Praises 2021 Nissan Kicks Interior

Photo: Nissan The Nissan Kicks features a design refresh for 2021, which helped it earn a spot on Autotrader’s list of the Best Interiors Under $50,000. Along with the other…

How to Have Your Classic Car Appraised

1960 Chevy El Camino Photo: The News Wheel It’s important to know the genuine worth of an antique car or vintage hot rod, but you can’t simply plug information into…

GM First Automaker to Join OneTen Coalition

GM is one of the founding members of the OneTen coalition Photo: General Motors General Motors is the first automaker to join the OneTen coalition, an effort that seeks to…

Supplier Sources Suggest Lincoln MKT Replacement Due By 2019

2005 Lincoln Aviator Lincoln is poised to have the biggest year yet in its ongoing brand resurgence, kicking off 2017 with its largest January sales mark in 10 years. In…

Recall Alert: FCA Recalls Nearly 297,000 Dodge Grand Caravans for Inadvertent Airbag Deployment

The Dodge Grand Caravan is the latest FCA vehicle affected by product recalls Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has been having a string of bad luck recently in terms of vehicle recalls.…

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…