The News Wheel editorial team

The News Wheel editorial team


Before CD and Cassette Players, There Were In-Car Record Players

Chrysler Highway Hi-Fi system in a 1958 DeSoto Firesweep Photo: sv1ambo via cc/Flickr Listening to music has become an essential part of the experience of driving a car. Before music was…

What Is the Origin of the Word Jeep?

Most people today know the term “jeep” because of its use as a brand name under the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles group. However, those familiar with off-roading or who have a…

Differences Between the 2020 Chevy Blazer and 2021 Trailblazer

2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer Photo: GM While the Blazer and the Trailblazer may have similar names, these two models have their fair share of distinctive features. Overall, you’ll find that the…

2016 Chevy Spark is Canada's Most Affordable Car

Canadians looking for a small car that offers a large degree of versatility for very little cost will now want to give extra consideration to the 2016 Chevrolet Spark. Chevy…

Opel Adam Will Become Buick Adam in China

According to Car News China, the Opel badge will be left by the wayside when General Motors takes the Adam to China. Instead, the successful compact hatch will be branded…

2021 GMC Acadia Overview

Photo: GMC The 2021 GMC Acadia is designed with plenty of family-friendly features and versatility. For the latest model year, the Acadia was one of the lucky vehicles to gain…

2022 Kia Seltos Overview

The 2022 Kia Seltos in Starbright Yellow with a Cherry Black roof Photo: Kia The Kia Seltos is still a fairly new model, but the small SUV has made quite…

Chevy and Cadillac Models are Best Used Cars for Tall People

The 2020 Impala Photo: Chevrolet If you consider yourself to be a tall person, you know how hard it is to find a car that won’t make you feel cramped…

Ford Using Robot Test Drivers at Weather Factory

One of Ford’s robot test drivers doing its thing at the Weather Factory Photo: Ford Robots are coming for all of our jobs, and Ford is giving them the keys…

2019 Cadillac CT6 Overview

Photo: Cadillac With sleek styling, responsive power, and available technologies like Super Cruise and Night Vision, the 2019 Cadillac CT6 delivers a luxurious, connected driving experience. The 2019 CT6 is…

Ford's Robutt Aims to Terminate Wear and Tear from Sweaty Bums

Hasta la vista, buttby If Robutt had the ability to speak, it would no doubt say: “I’ll be back.” Because it is. And this time, it’s looking to terminate the…

Ford Has Robot Dogs Now, Cool, Cool, Cool

Ford is using robot dogs to scan its Van Dyke Transmission Plant Photo: Ford Anybody have the merciful start of the robot apocalypse on their 2020 bingo card? Ford started…

Ford Dealers in Canada Will Have Maverick Trucks On-Hand

Ford says the new Maverick will be up for grabs at showrooms in Canada Photo: Ford So far, the 2022 Maverick is looking like a pretty smart play from Ford.…

Ford Delivering Engines for New USPS Vehicles

Concept art of Oshkosh Defense’s U.S. Postal Service Next Generation Delivery Vehicle Photo: Oshkosh Defense Ford will supply engines and transmissions for the U.S. Postal Service’s Next Generation Delivery Vehicle.…

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Earns 2021 Vehicle Satisfaction Award

The 2022 Eclipse Cross Photo: Mitsubishi Motors AutoPacific conducts an annual New Vehicle Satisfaction Survey to find out which cars are the most satisfying to drive. Based on the survey’s…

Fast Company Names Ford’s Ted Cannis One of its Most Creative People in Business

Fast Company names Ford Pro CEO Ted Cannis one of its Most Creative People Photo: Ford Ted Cannis, who was announced as the new CEO of Ford Pro back in…

Lincoln Lights Up 2020 Beijing Auto Show

Anning Chen and Mao Jingbo with the Lincoln Corsair Black Limited Edition Photo: Lincoln The Lincoln Motor Company had an impressive showing last month at the 2020 Beijing Auto Show.…

Ford Acquires Spin Scooter Service for Last-Mile Mobilty

Ford is just out here buying up anything and everything that’ll help it with its goal of becoming a world-renowned mobility company. The automaker this month confirmed its purchase of…

Five Movies that Destroyed Tons of Cars

That poor, poor car Video: Generaatoririhm via YouTube Director, producer, writer, and lead-actor H.B Halicki’s 1974 crime film is famous for multiple reasons. To begin with, he performed all of his own…

Everything You Need to Know About Radiator Maintenance

Your car’s radiator is essential to its longevity and performance. Without a properly functioning radiator, your vehicle could overheat, resulting in severe engine malfunctions and melted parts. Here are a…

Survey Finds That Drivers Purchase PHEVs Before EVs

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Photo: Mitsubishi Motors Kadence International, a global market research company, conducted a survey for Mitsubishi Motors in the U.K. about drivers’ interest in electric vehicles. The…

Learn the Facts About Dogs in Hot Cars

Dogs with thick or dark fur are at particular risk for heat stroke Photo: The News Wheel Did you know that on a pleasant 70 degree day, the temperature inside…

Dodge, Chrysler Cars Named to Best Large Cars for Families List

2021 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye Photo: FCA Cars that deliver enough space for your family and their gear, while providing solid performance, advanced tech, and comfort amenities can be…

Cinema’s Goofiest Car Chases: ‘Mitchell’ (1975)

My-my-my-my Mitchell… Photo: dave_7 via CC If you’re a fan of so-bad-it’s-good cinema, you’re already well aware of the goldmine that is the 1970s. From crazy kung fu flicks to…

Choosing the Right Coolant for Your Vehicle

Coolant does more than keep your vehicle from overheating — it also prevents freezing in the winter and protects your car’s engine and cooling system from rust. While older cars…

Chevy Teams with Costco for Exclusive Auto Incentive

Vehicles like the 2020 Chevy Silverado just got a lot more accessible for Costco members Photo: Chevrolet Costco and Chevrolet are certainly no strangers to teaming up. Previous partnerships have…

Chevy IndyCar Series Manufacturers’ Championship Winner

How did Chevy secure the IndyCar Series Manufacturers’ championship for the second year in a row? Let’s say it was because they had Will Power. Literally. Power, driving the No.…

Chevy Equinox Earns Spot on US News’ List of 12 Compact SUVs with the Most Cargo Room

2020 Chevy Equinox If you’re hesitant to commit to a full-size SUV, but really want ample cargo space an SUV supplies, you need to consider a compact SUV. Despite its…

These Chevy Drowsy Driving Signs and Tips Could Not Come at a Better Time

Photo:Garrett Daylight saving time begins this Sunday, March 10. If this is breaking news to you, consider writing the following note and tacking it to your refrigerator. “Congratulations! You are…

Chevy Driver Kyle Larson Wins First Career NASCAR Sprint Cup Race

Larson’s victory ended a long winless drought for Chip Ganassi Racing Photo: © FullmentalFic For the second week in a row, a Chevrolet racecar sat in victory lane while its…

Chevy Conducts Heartwarming Survey of Truck Owners

2019 Chevrolet Silverado RST Americans love trucks. Chevrolet knows this, and loves to make trucks. So, to celebrate this mutually loving relationship (and the 2018 State Fair of Texas), Chevy…

The Chevy Colorado Diesel is Here to Stay

2020 Chevy Colorado ZR2 Bison Photo: Chevrolet Back in April, we at The News Wheel reported that General Motors could potentially remove the Chevy Colorado diesel from its lineup. However,…

You Can Now Get a Limited-Edition MX-5 R-Sport in the UK

Photo: Mazda The United Kingdom branch of the Mazda Motor Company has recently started taking orders for the new limited-edition MX-5 R-Sport. Although the automaker unveiled the new model in…

Differences Between the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the GMC Sierra 1500

Photo: Chevrolet The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the GMC Sierra 1500 are two of GM’s most iconic pickup trucks. While the two models share a platform and a number of…

Chevy Bolt to Use Over-The-Air Software Updates

Recalls have long been a problem for automakers (especially in the past few years). Not only is there the expense of fixing the problem, there is also deploying that information…

Chevy Bolt May Be Turning Point for EVs

Photo: notman05 After the Chevy Volt’s success lately (with winning Green Car of the Year and allowing a reviewer to stretch its electric range to twice the estimated limit), expectations…

Chevrolet Video Shows Highlights from 2015 Woodward Dream Cruise

Two 2015 Chevy Corvettes on display at this month’s Woodward Dream Cruise As usual, Chevrolet had a major presence at this year’s Woodward Dream Cruise in Metropolitan Detroit, Michigan. The…

Chevrolet Traverse Gets Small Handful of Updates for 2019

2018 Chevy Traverse RS at the 2018 Chicago Auto Show Photo: AutoTimes Coming off of its triumphant inaugural first year of a new generation, the next model year of the…

Chevrolet Curates Pandora Station With 100 Best Country Songs (And Also a Taylor Swift Song) Referencing Chevy Trucks

Chevrolet is doing up the celebration of a century’s worth of truck-making extra large, spreading its revelry out over 100 days and even offering up Centennial Editions of its Silverado and…

Chevrolet Colorado Might Change Face of Pickup Segment

The compact pickup truck segment is a dying breed. More and more brands are moving towards the full-size segments as compact sales decline. They want to focus more on offering…

Chevrolet Announces eAssist Technology for 2016 Silverado

The new 2016 Chevy Silverado with eAssist technology Today, Chevy announced that eAssist technology will be offered on a select number of 2016 Chevrolet Silverados. The mild-hybrid electrical system mixes…

Check Out IKEA’s Solution to Dogs Left in Hot Cars

IKEA has an innovative solution to prevent dogs being left in hot cars Photo: Iwan Gabovitch It’s widely understood just how dangerous it is to leave your dog unattended in…

CES 2017: Hyundai Shares Its Road Map for Enhancing Human-Vehicle Interface

While most of the automotive industry has its sights on the North American International Auto Show in Detroit next week, wise enthusiasts will be keeping an eye on the Consumer Electronic…

Celebrate National Dog Day with The News Wheel’s Top Five Dog-Related Posts

Dogs are our unconditional friends. They’re always there when we need them, providing many people with a constant, loving, and loyal presence that truly makes life worth living. Because today…

Cars Still Have Problems Protecting Women in Collisions

Photo: Junior Libby When you get into your car and put on your seatbelt, you trust your car to protect you if the worst should happen – a collision. We…

Guns, Girls, and Great Cars: Furious 7 Trailer Features Paul Walker

Jason Statham is ready to enter the ring with heavyweight Dwayne Johnson in Furious 7 Photo: Fast & Furious, Universal Studios Halloween has passed yet we’re still seeing ghosts. The…

Car News In the Rearview: Dodge Demon Pulls a Fast One

Welcome back once more to In the Rearview, where I bring you the past week’s automotive news in a nicely bite-sized form. Here’s a Sound Bite for You: The Chevy…

Can You Keep a Houseplant in the Car?

Have you ever thought about keeping a houseplant in your car rather than your home? If this has been a dream of yours, you’ll be happy to know that you…

Can the Nissan LEAF Drift?

Nissan vehicles are known for their exceptional drifting skills, and the Nissan GT-R even holds a world record for the world’s fastest drift. Japan’s powerful drift culture ensures that future…

Camaro Driver Blames Hot Wings for Speeding

Apparently, eating hot wings and driving a Camaro — at a safe speed — don’t go together. Fox 9 News recently reported that a teen driver in Manitoba got pulled…