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Meet Frankenstein’s Monster: A 1100-Horsepower V8 Turbo Toyota Celica
It may not look much different than a regular, first-gen TA22 Toyota Celica, but the so-called “Frankenstein’s Monster” has a lot hiding under the hood. So much so, in fact,…
Book Review: “Nomadland” by Jessica Bruder
A retired couple purchases a used RV and heads for the open road. Wandering from place to place, visiting America’s natural wonders, and meeting new people along the way, they…
Three Kia Models Earn 2015 GOOD DESIGN Awards
The Kia Trail’ster concept car won a 2015 GOOD DESIGN award, along with the 2016 Sorento and 2016 Optima Kia is quickly becoming one of the most fashionable car brands…
Washington State Inches Closer to Joining California's EV Program
Photo: Chevrolet When it comes to a more sustainable future, there are a lot of things we can do to use our resources better. A big step forward is moving…
Join Shell Rewards and Enter the 2016 BMW 320i 3 Series Sweepstakes!
As the exclusive oil supplier of BMW Motors, Shell is in a lucky position, thanks in part to the company’s PurePlus Technology, a gas-to-liquid process which converts natural gas into…
A Few Tips to Keep Your Pet Safe in the Car
A good boy, but he definitely doesn’t have a license Photo: PublicDomainPictures via pixabay Travelling can be a significant source of stress, even when you’re by yourself. For those of us with…
Taylor Swift “Drives a Maserati Down a Dead End Street” in Music Video for “Look What You Made Me Do”
It’s no secret that Taylor has been throwing some shade over the last few days. The country-gone-pop star’s new single and music video have created quite the buzz across the…
F1 Drag Reduction System May Be Changed After Chinese Grand Prix
In 2011, a new technology called the Drag Reduction System—or DRS—was introduced in Formula One that allowed drivers to open an adjustable flap on the car’s rear wing, thereby reducing…
Nissan Conquers Canadian Snow with New Concept
While the Nissan Titan Warrior was taking the North American International Auto Show by storm, the Nissan Rogue Warrior hit the slopes at the 2016 Montreal International Auto Show. The…
'Road Kill Rally' Board Game Review: Messy, Morbid Mayhem
You know what too many racing board games are missing? Targets. Too many motor racing tabletop games are simply about making it to the finish line while maneuvering around a…
Patrice Banks Of Girls Auto Clinic Inspires at G.I.R.L. 2017
Patrice Banks of Girls Auto Clinic fame is hitting the road this fall to promote her new book, The Girls Auto Clinic Glove Box Guide. This has included appearances on…
F1 May Award a Championship Point for Fastest Lap
Ross Brawn, sporting director of Formula One A last-minute change to the 2019 Formula 1 sporting rules could lead to drivers being awarded with a single championship point for setting…
Audi Brings Virtual Reality to the Back Seat
Usually, the articles we write about car innovations are for drivers. This new piece of tech, though, is purely for backseat passengers. At the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas,…
Subaru's Alan Bethke Scores Top 10 Spot on MotorTrend's Power List
Just a few of Subaru’s partners in the “Love” promise Photo: Subaru Every year, MotorTrend releases its Power List: a definitive ranking of the 50 most influential and powerful players…
2020 Cadillac XT6 Wins China SUV of the Year Award
2020 Cadillac XT6 Photo: Cadillac The 2020 Cadillac XT6 earned high praise at the 2020 China Awards Ceremony. The three-row SUV won the China SUV of the Year award for…
Consumer Reports Names Cadillac XT6 One of the Top 2020 Models Worth Waiting For
As exciting as 2019 is for new and redesigned models, some auto industry entities and end-user review organizations are starting to count down to 2020 models. To this end, Consumer…
Delhi Car Ban Fails?
Image: Montgomery Lion Remember how, three weeks ago, the Indian city of Delhi finally got a kick in the pants after Indian courts ordered the government to do something about…
Polish Adventurer Taking Epic Nissan LEAF Road Trip
Long road trips can be great fun, especially if you have good passengers or engaging podcasts to listen to. While most of us are used to taking breaks to fill…
Cadillac Launches Hands-On “Truth + Dare” Event in Miami
Here’s your chance to get behind the wheel of a brand-new Cadillac vehicle Photo: Cadillac Cadillac has historically hosted several hands-on events for automotive enthusiasts throughout the years. However, there…
Cadillac Announces It Will Not Be Offering Rumored ATS-V Plus
The Cadillac CTS-V will be released this year with 640 hp and 630 lb-ft of torque Photo: © General Motors So maybe the customer isn’t always right. Despite interest from…
2018 Mercedes-AMG GT C Coupe Draws Admiration from Car Lovers at the 2017 NAIAS
The new Mercedes-AMG GT C can reach a top speed of 197 mph While some rival automakers made the decision to skip the 2017 North American International Auto Show all together,…
The Hidden Costs of Being an Uber Driver
Becoming an Uber driver might sound like a dream come true for someone who likes driving and wants to make a bit of money on the side, but before you…
2021 Toyota Sienna Overview
2021 Toyota Sienna Limited Photo: Toyota The Sienna is the only minivan in Toyota’s lineup and it has been since 1997. The spacious and stylish vehicle is now in its…
Random Acts of Kindness: Tom Hanks and the Cabbie
Picture this: you’re a cab driver in New York, and you’re just ending your shift after a long day’s work when someone flags you down and asks you to take…
Cadillac Live – A New Way to Shop
Now, you too can learn about any Cadillac from a man whose shoes match the floor Photo: Cadillac You may have heard of online, third-party car sales companies like Carvana…
Seat Position Affects the Spine: Tips for Healthy Posture While Driving
Photo: The News Wheel If you add up the amount of time you spend in the car every year — including daily commutes and road trips — you’d realize that…
[QUIZ] How Popular Are Your Sports Car Opinions?
We all have our opinions about sports cars. Which ones are the best, which brands you prefer, and whether or not you even think they’re worth it. At The News…
GM Announces $1 Billion Acquisition of Cruise Automation
GM President Dan Ammann (right) with Cruise Automation founders Kyle Vogt (center) and Daniel Kan (left) General Motors has announced its acquisition of Cruise Automation, a San Francisco-based tech startup…
Wheel Size Impacts Battery Range of Electric Vehicles
From saving money on fuel to lowering driving footprints, electric vehicles offer many benefits. To capitalize on the performance of your EV, you should look to its foundation. The size…
Cars.com Names 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Most Affordable 3-Row Crossover
The 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander earned the top spot on Cars.com’s list of Most Affordable Three-Row Crossovers Finding a car that is within budget—and has all the features you want—is the…
How to Buy the Right Seat Covers For Your Vehicle
Photo: Nicole Vaughan January through early March is sometimes referred to as “Mud Season.” Melting snow and excess rain join forces to spread puddles, turn your yard into a swamp,…
Car Repairs Best Left to the Pros
Some car repairs like an oil change or windshield wiper replacement don’t necessarily require a visit to the mechanic. Many car owners are perfectly happy and skilled enough to handle…
Navigating the US: Getting Around in Cincinnati, Ohio
Cincinnati regally sits on the edge of one of the Ohio River’s many curves as the “Queen City” of the Midwest, known for baseball cheating scandals, chili, and the abundance…
The Meaning Behind Toyota's Car Names
The meanings behind some car names, especially those from American brands, are often obvious. It’s clear, for instance, what the Ford Expedition is implying by its name. When it comes…
CarGurus.com Taps Volvo XC90 as Best Used Car
CarGurus.com selected two generations of the Volvo XC90 as the vehicles for consumers to buy used when shopping the dealership car lot. Learn More: About the key features inside the…
The 2015 MINI Countryman is Pretty Much the 2014 MINI Countryman
Here is the 2015 MINI Countryman. Look familiar? The new 2015 MINI Countryman has been unveiled at the 2014 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS), and despite known for producing…
EyesOn Design Excellence Award Given to the Buick Avista Concept
The interior of the Buick Avista Concept is a beautiful sight to behold Photo: © General Motors Earlier this week, Buick revealed the Avista Concept at the North American International…
More Than 200 Mopar Accessories Available for 2020 Jeep Gladiator
2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Modified by Mopar One of the more exciting aspects of the new reveal of any FCA vehicle is seeing what Mopar is going to offer for…
What to Know About Antique Car Insurance
Navigating conventional car insurance can be confusing enough. It gets even more complicated when you add an antique auto into the mix. Discover more about this unique type of insurance…
Third-Generation Ford Fusion Hybrid Autonomous Test Vehicle Revealed
The Third-generation Ford Fusion Hybrid Autonomous Test Vehicle Photo: Ford Motor Company In a post on Medium earlier this month, Argo AI President Peter Rander announced the launch of the…
Toyota Claims Overall Pole for 24 Hours of Le Mans
Toyota Gazoo Racing comfortably swept the front row during 24 Hours of Le Mans qualifying, reinforcing the belief that the team will have an easy time in the race barring…
2020 Versa Marketing Campaign Celebrates Working Families
Photo: Nissan As part of Nissan’s spotlight on its Intelligent Mobility system, the automaker’s newest marketing campaign shines a spotlight on how its vehicles’ affordability and innovative technology help ease…
Six 2020 Honda Models Earn IIHS Top Safety Ratings
Photo: Honda The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has granted five Honda models its Top Safety Pick rating and one its Top Safety Pick+ rating, showing that 2019 safety ratings…
Get Your SEMA Fix with Ford Auto Nights SEMA Show Special
This badass Bronco stars in the Ford Auto Nights SEMA Show Special Photo: Ford Oh, you thought a pandemic was going to stop Ford from tricking out a bunch of…
Watch the Entire 2016 Chevy Camaro Debut Video
The all-new 2016 Chevy Camaro SS When the all-new sixth-generation 2016 Chevy Camaro debuted two weeks ago, we shared with you all of the pertinent details… even though you probably…
There’s a 2015 Focus ST Diesel, and We Won’t Get It
2015 Focus ST Diesel Ford unveiled the 2015 Focus ST this past weekend at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, and it’s every bit the lovely little hot hatch we need…
Ford’s Pickup Truck Testing is So Intense they Use Robots
Have you been in a Ford pickup truck lately? If you have, you will notice they continue to get leaner, meaner, faster, stronger and more powerful. With all of these…
New Volvo XC90 Excellence Debuts in New York with Price Tag of More Than $100,000
The XC90 Excellence immediately becomes the most expensive model in Volvo’s lineup The 2016 Volvo XC90 SUV has earned just about every award possible. Earlier this year at the Detroit…
[Video] Living Person John Cena Maybe Peed Himself After Driving a 2017 Ford GT
John Cena, a man who is very much alive and certainly not dead, is something of a gearhead. Guy’s got a lot of cars, and he’s not afraid to show…
You Wish You Owned Rapper Young Dolph’s Porsche 911 Targa
Memphis rap artist Young Dolph, real name Adolph Thorton Jr., has burst onto the music scene in recent years thanks to hit songs such as “Preach” and “Cut It,” but…
