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Chrysler Group today reported that the fuel savings and emissions due to its TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmissions have been astounding. Over their lifetimes, the transmissions, which power more than one…
Study Suggests Drivers Keep Their Hands at the 9 and 3 Position of the Steering Wheel
Keeping your arms parallel to each other behind the wheel is the way to go When you were in driving school, your instructor likely taught you to keep your hands…
Nissan Juke Prepares for e-Power
When it comes to electric vehicles and hybrids, Nissan’s focus has primarily been on its Nissan Leaf plug-in EV. While it is an awesome vehicle, Nissan’s slow movement on hybrid…
The 2020 Mazda CX-30 Might Just Be the Perfect Road-Trip Partner
Photo: Mazda While Mazda recently found that many millennials crave an adventure on the open road, most needed a car that was spacious, comfortable, and reliable. The automaker’s chief marketing…
No Electric Pickup Trucks in GM's Future EV Expansion Plans
Don’t expect to see an upcoming electric-powered pickup from GM At the moment, General Motors has some pretty lofty goals set for its EV and autonomous vehicle initiatives. By 2023,…
2019 Cadillac CT6-V Overview
2019 Cadillac CT6-V Photo: Cadillac Originally announced as the V-Sport, the Cadillac CT6-V shares some commonalities with the CT6 — but this new model boasts enhanced performance and more aggressive…
Automakers and Startups Suggest Fix to Prevent Crashes Like Fatal Self-Driving Uber Collision
Much scorn and attention are being thrown around in the wake of a self-driving Uber crash that killed a woman who was crossing the street away from a crosswalk. In…
5 Beginner’s Tips for Driving with a Trailer
Photo: The News Wheel There’s always a first time for driving with a trailer, whether you’ve rented a moving trailer to transport furniture to your college dorm or finally reached…
Consumer Reports Declares Chevy Impala Best Large Sedan for Third Straight Year
The Chevy Impala beat out the Chrysler 300 and Ford Taurus to receive this honor While it is true that many car shoppers are favoring crossovers and SUVs these days,…
2009 Nissan GT-R Recalled for Steering Column Issue
2009 Nissan GT-R Photo: The Car Spy via Flickr Even some of the best cars on the road aren’t immune to recalls. The 2009 Nissan GT-R is being recalled along…
Lotus Sales Skyrocket, New Model Coming to Geneva
Lotus Evora S Lotus may not sell many cars compared to other automakers, but the first nine months of this financial year have been excellent for the British automaker, selling…
Camouflaged Redesigned Toyota Avensis Wagon Spotted in Europe
Never heard of the Toyota Avensis? If you’re the typical North American driver, the answer is probably not. The Avensis has been sold in the UK since 1997, and was…
Politicians Test Drive i-Road on Capitol Hill
Politicians test drive i-Road on Capitol Hill After seeing our nation’s leaders lie, backstab, go back on their word, and, if you live in Canada, maybe even do some drugs…
Mitsubishi to Reveal Another Compact SUV Concept at Geneva
According to a recent press release by Mitsubishi, the brand will be bringing a compact SUV concept car to the Geneva Motor Show in March. From the pictures, it looks…
Most Cars Are Gross
With temperatures on the rise and the change of season in the air, people are getting inspired to do a bit of spring cleaning. Unfortunately, that inspiration rarely extends to…
Creepy Car On Reddit Goes Viral, Inspires Us to Write Fake Stephen King Story
A redditor named DonovanGypsy posted the image below to the subreddit r/creepy today, along with the caption “My mechanic asked ‘who else has been under your car lately?’” This creepy…
New Study Finds Nearly 10% of US Bridges Structurally Deficient
The Brooklyn Bridge is one of the most traveled structurally deficient bridges in the US Photo: Jeffrey Zeldman Bridges are an integral part of the United States’ transportation network. Many…
Which Top 50 Country Hits Mention Your Favorite Car Brands?
Country music has always been linked to automotive, especially with the abundant references to pickup trucks. Nearly every country artist — from Taylor Swift to Luke Bryan — has had some…
The Number of Automotive Fatalities Decreased in 2017
On-road fatalities are back on the decline after a few years of increases Contemporary cars come loaded with a wide array of safety features and systems. While these safety features…
The Moghome is a Motorhome You Can Take Anywhere
Photo: Ziegler Adventure Meet the Moghome. Built by the Germany company Ziegler Adventure (and certified by Mercedes-Benz, as you can tell from the badge), this monstrosity of a vehicle could…
Your Personal Data is at Risk When Using Your Rental Car's Infotainment System
Photo: Hertz Car Sales While it can be risky to tap into your own vehicle’s infotainment system, it turns out that your personal data is also at risk when you access…
Mercedes Plans to Make Only Electric Cars in 20 Years
Mercedes-Benz is moving away from traditional engines and reducing its carbon footprint by pledging to roll out only electric cars by 2039. Trust Us: There is a lot of excitement…
2019 Fiat 500L Wins Economic Performance Award from Automotive Science Group
2019 Fiat 500L The Fiat 500L earns a repeat honor from the Automotive Science Group. Besting competitors in its segment, the stylish 2019 model snags the Economic Performance Award. Questions…
Vintage Vehicle Set Ablaze at the Cadillac Ranch
Cadillac Ranch Photo by Drriss & Marrionn, CC The Cadillac Ranch in Amarillo, Texas is one of the Lone Star State’s most iconic art installations. Featuring 10 half-buried Caddies from…
Honolulu Caps Price Surges for Uber and Lyft
Photo: FreeStocks If you’ve ever had to call an Uber or Lyft during peak hours, you know how expensive it can get. A short ride from downtown to the edge…
Chevrolet Corvette Included on Consumer Reports 10 Most Satisfying Cars List for 2017
Consumer Reports found that new Corvette owners walked away satisfied with their purchase nearly every time Last month, sales for the Chevrolet Corvette were up by 32.1%. It would seem…
Texas Scientists Race to Save Butterflies from Becoming Roadkill
Photo: Debbie Long The monarch butterfly may be the official state insect of Texas, but that doesn’t prevent millions of the poor bugs from ending up as splatter on drivers’…
Mazda Tops Consumer Reports Reliability Ratings
Photo: Mazda Mazda is a budget-friendly brand presenting itself as a rising star in the world of luxury cars, but that doesn’t mean the automaker has neglected reliability and solid…
Chevy Volt Camouflage Is Tough Business
The next generation of the Chevy Volt won’t be making a public appearance until January of next year at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, meaning that engineers…
The All-New 2020 Outlander Sport
2020 Outlander Sport Photo: Mitsubishi Motors Already an impressive lineup, the Outlander models are getting some much anticipated upgrades for the 2020 model year. With lots of design and feature…
Unicorn Captured On California Roadway
Last week was so magical in California. No, I’m not talking about the Oscars or any other type of Hollywood magic. I’m talking about the fact that there was a…
How to Remove Crayon Marks from Car Upholstery
Photo: marimari1101 While receiving a handmade drawing from a child relative or friend can be heartwarming, those crayon markings left on your vehicle’s interior likely incite a different reaction. If…
Corvette C8.R Makes its iRacing Debut
Photo: Chevrolet Didn’t get a chance to score one of those sweet new C8 Corvettes? Well, fire up your gaming rig, because this mid-engine marvel just became available as part…
OnStar's Stolen Vehicle Assistance Suite Can Help Drivers Recover Their Stolen Vehicles
Whenever vehicle theft strikes, OnStar is there to help Photo: Wikimedia Commons According to the FBI, vehicle thefts recently hit an eight-year high in 2017. As such, drivers are looking…
Top 7 U.S. Vacation Destinations for Car Geeks
Planning a vacation? Why not feed your inner car geek at the same time? Whether you prefer cutting-edge Corvettes or classic Cadillacs, these seven museums definitely have something to satisfy…
2021 Chevy Trailblazer Makes Best Cars for College Grads’ List
2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer Photo: Chevrolet The 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer took the number one spot on Autotrader’s list of the 10 Best Cars for Recent College Graduates. The well-equipped SUV easily…
[PHOTOS] 2022 Genesis GV70 SUV Revealed in Full
Photo: Genesis We now have a much clearer view of the upcoming 2022 Genesis GV70, the premium brand’s latest SUV model. Recent Genesis Arrivals: Learn about the redesigned G80 sedan…
Tennessee Highway Safety Office Gives Scholarships to Safe Drivers
Photo: Sixflashphoto via CC For the second year, the Tennessee Highway Safety Office and the American Automobile Association will team up to help safe teen drivers further their educations. For…
Why Do Child Car Seats Have Expiration Dates?
Nope, it’s not a scam — there are some solid reasons why car seats have expiration dates Seeking out gently-used children’s clothes and gear is a great way to help…
Which States Have Laws Against Texting and Driving?
Photo: Roman Pohorecki Don’t text and drive. There’s no negotiation here. There’s no, “There’s no one around,” or “It’ll just take a second,” or “I can multi-task, it’s fine.” No…
Tips to Help Your Dog Love Car Rides
Just because your dog isn’t a fan of riding in the car now, doesn’t mean they have to hate car rides forever. There are ways to transform your dog’s hatred…
How to Politely Address a Rude Backseat Driver
Driving is stressful enough without a disruptive backseat driver. If you find yourself behind the wheel having to navigate traffic with a rude backseat driver, consider the following methods to…
MIT Tech Helps Driverless Cars Navigate in Dusty and Foggy Conditions
Giving keener “electric eyesight” to autonomous vehicles https://t.co/C8MRRUV76j pic.twitter.com/m6UL58ezzh — Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) (@MIT) February 14, 2019 Driverless cars face many challenges as the auto industry moves closer…
What Is Nitrous, and How Does It Work?
What is this magical nitrous that causes one’s car to become as lightning? Dost the Fast & Furious films speak truth? Photo: Universal Pictures If you’ve seen any of the…
2022 GMC Sierra HD Base Trim Renamed
2021 GMC Sierra 2500HD Denali Photo: GMC While details are currently scarce regarding the 2022 GMC Sierra HD, we recently learned one interesting detail. The model’s base trim will now…
5 More Motivational Podcasts for Your 2020 Drives
Photo: Pixabay Whether your New Year’s resolutions are related to safe driving or personal improvement, chances are that you could use a friendly push in the right direction. Here are…
Tips on Walking Safely at Night
Photo: Maikeru Tenshi via CC Walking is a great way to get in some exercise and take a break from the stress of everyday life. As a parent of young…
Best Road Trip Drives: Great River Road
Part of the Great River Road in Illinois Photo: Dave Herholz via CC The Great River Road is a collection of local and state roads which run parallel to the…
Details Emerge on Mazda’s Rotary Engine
This lovely piece of engineering Image: elminium Mazda’s legendary Wankel rotary engine boasted power, smooth output, and an unforgettable noise — but its gas-guzzling habits and high emissions made its…
US News Praises Powerful Ram 1500 and Jeep Gladiator
The 2021 Ram 1500 Limited Night Edition Photo: FCA Light-duty pickup trucks on the market today offer a range of capabilities. If you need a light-duty truck that delivers serious…
