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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…
1967 Mazda Cosmo Overview
It’s 2017, and it’s time to pop the cork, pour the champagne, and toast to the 50th anniversary of the engine that made Mazda by remembering the very first vehicle…
The ‘Grand Tour’ Logo Is A Blast From The Past
We’ve been making fun of the latest season of Top Gear for a while here on The News Wheel, so it’s a bit refreshing to finally have something to say…
Ford Maverick Will Debut on TikTok June 8
Gabrielle Union will help Ford debut its all-new 2022 Maverick compact truck on June 8 Photo: Ford Well, well, well. How’s this for a pleasant surprise to almost round out…
Ford Bronco Sport, Mustang Mach-E Nab Esquire Car Awards
Ford Bronco Sport hits paydirt in Esquire 2021 Car Awards Photo: Ford Early 2021 has proven particularly fruitful ground for new Ford vehicles to harvest awards. The latest trophy crop…
Ford Electrified Vehicle Sales Sizzle in Record April
Mustang Mach-E helped Ford achieve a new record for electrified vehicle sales in April Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company enjoyed a successful April in terms of sales with its three…
Ford May Call Its Compact Pickup Truck Maverick
Ford’s last small pickup, the Courier, gave way to the Ranger Photo: Ford Back in February (or, in 2020 speak, roughly 400 years ago), a leaked document suggested that Ford…
Is Investment in Classic Cars a Good Idea?
1964 Ford Mustang Photo: Wikimedia Are classic cars a hot investment? It appears that the jury is still out on that one. Although classic cars have risen in value over…
How the 2022 Kia EV6 Compares to Ford, Hyundai, and VW EVs
2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line Photo: Kia Kia recently introduced its new “Opposites United” design philosophy, focusing on five pillars: Bold for Nature, Joy for Reason, Power to Progress, Technology for…
Items to Keep in Your Car for Life on the Go
Photo: Buick Whether you have a daily commute, spend time ferrying your kids between activities, or go on a lot of road trips, chances are you spend a decent amount…
How To Prevent Or Remove Mold In Your Car
Mold can grow quickly and aggressively. You know the damage it can do to anything it touches, and that includes your car. If water has soaked the inside of your…
3 Best Race Tracks in North Carolina
North Carolina has plenty of race tracks for all kinds of motorsports from dirt tracks to drag racing and all the way up to the big stock car speedway at…
2022 Ford F-650, F-750, E-Series Get 7.3-Liter V8
The 2022 Ford F-650 Super Duty Photo: Ford Ford is celebrating 35 years of commercial vehicle sales dominance in 2020, but it’s already looking a couple of years ahead with…
Ontario Drivers Warned of Risks of Using Electronic Proof of Insurance
Photo: Nick Youngson, Alpha Stock Images Earlier this month, the Ontario government announced that drivers would henceforth be able to show proof of insurance using their smartphones, a move intended…
3 Weekend Road Trips in Texas
The Lone Star State boasts geographical diversity and a spectrum of flavors to satisfy your thirst for adventure. Consider taking one of these three short road-trips in Texas the next…
How Not to Drive a Stick Shift: 4 Bad Manual Transmission Habits to Avoid
Photo: aimhelix / Flickr After 15 years of driving nothing but manual-transmission cars, I didn’t need to think about the shifting process as I moved through the gears. It was…
Ram 1500 Rates as a 2019 IIHS Top Safety Pick+
2020 Ram 1500 with EcoDiesel V6 Photo: FCA Over the years, Ram trucks have broken a lot of industry standards, revolutionizing the way trucks are built, perform and work, and…
