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Hydrogen vs. Electric Cars: Which Is Better?
With electric cars being favored in news as the fast-approaching car of the future, it’s easy to forget about cars powered by hydrogen fuel cells. Now that electric cars have…
Ford Sets Market Share Record in South Africa Again in November
Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa reported a year-over-year sales increase of 6% in November, delivering a total of 7,245 vehicles. FMCSA claimed a new record for market share at…
New Animal Crossing Decor Theme Caters to Corvette Fans
Corvette-badged items have finally made their way into Animal Crossing world Photo: General Motors If you’re a gearhead who also likes Animal Crossing, you now have one more reason to…
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As the world prepares for a new James Bond, I propose something radical: let the superspy drive a Corvette instead of an Aston Martin. James Bond might have met his…
Cadillac CT6 PHEV on Sale in Canada this Spring, Priced at $85,995
The 2017 Cadillac CT6 PHEV has a top speed of 78 mph when using only electric power Photo: © General Motors If you like the looks of the Cadillac CT6,…
Big Month for New Mazda6, Best-Ever Month for CX-3 Guide Mazda to Sales Increase in May
2018 Mazda CX-3 Mazda sold 29,980 vehicles in the United States in May, good for a 15.1 percent year-over-year increase. This growth was driven in no small part by a…
3 Nissan Models Make US News’ List of Safest Cars of 2021
2021 Nissan Sentra Photo: Nissan If you are looking for a safe small car, you have three options in the 2021 Nissan lineup. The editors at U.S. News & World…
When the Worst Happens: What to Do in a Motorcycle Accident
Motorcycles at the Honda Heritage Center On a tropical island, sometimes the only mode of transportation available is a motorcycle. A lot of tourists and locals alike enjoy the fresh…
Mazda Will Run Miata in the 24 Hours Nurburgring
Thanks to the partnership between Mazda Motor Corporation and JOTA Sport, there will be a Mazda MX-5 Miata in the 24 Hours Nurburgring endurance race this year. The entry of…
Best Mobile Racing Games to Play on Your Phone
Photo: The News Wheel If you love playing video games, it’s a good idea to have one on your phone that you can play whenever you have spare time. There are…
2018 Canadian GP: Vettel Wins Comfortably as McLaren Disappoints
Historically, the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve rarely fails to produce an exciting Canadian Grand Prix, but unfortunately the exception was in full effect this time around. As so frequently seems to…
Porsche Believed to Make Formula One Entry in 2021
Much has been said about the impending decision Red Bull Racing must make with regards to which Formula One engine supplier it wants in 2019 between Renault and Honda. But…
Formula 1 Shutdown Extended by Another Four Weeks
Photo: Spencer Davis via Unsplash The World Motor Sport Council has ratified another extension to the Formula 1 shutdown period, extending it by four weeks. F1 teams are normally forbidden…
Average Monthly Auto Loan Payments Reach a New High of $523
The monthly auto bill is more expensive than ever for most consumers Earlier this month, The News Wheel reported that the number of 96-month auto loans was on the rise.…
Hamilton Ties Schumacher Record at 2020 Eifel Grand Prix
Photo: Matt via CC Lewis Hamilton won the 2020 Eifel Grand Prix, tying Michael Schumacher’s record of 91 wins in Formula 1. He finished a few seconds ahead of Max…
2016 Volkswagen Tiguan Overview
A recognizable, adventurous compact SUV, the Volkswagen Tiguan has a old-fashioned style all its own. A popular vehicle in VW’s lineup, the dependable Tiguan returns for the 2016 model year–before it…
2019 Honda Civic Hatchback Beats Toyota Corolla in Head-to-Head
Photo: Honda Toyota recently launched a new hatchback variant of the Corolla, and while the nameplate is famous, the car itself has been only lukewarmly received. Why bother with a…
Joy Falotico Named 2019 Automotive Marketer of the Year
Lincoln President Joy Falotico Photo: Ford/Perry Photo LTD Lincoln Motor Company President and Ford Motor Company Chief Marketing Officer Joy Falotico earned the title of 2019 Automotive Marketer of the…
Gourmet Tailgate: The Grill Iron Highlights for October
Take a big bite out of Tastemade’s new The Grill Iron series with our culinary highlights Photo: Tastemade As part of Hyundai’s #ThisIsLoyalty effort to promote NCAA Football this season, the…
Ranger Raptor Pegged as Best Truck for the Apocalypse
The Ford Ranger Raptor is named best truck for the apocalypse by a writer for The Sun Photo: Ford Being that we’re smack dab in the midst of a very…
Ford Launches SHE-MOVES Mobility Program
Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford and Ford Fund have launched a new program aimed at providing mobility solutions for women and children in South Africa and Nigeria. Strengthen Her: Mobilizing…
When Celebrity Car Endorsements Take a Wrong Turn
At some point in your life, you’ll think about getting a new car. Whether it’s because you’re tired of investing in replacing the same rundown parts, you simply want to…
Ford Puma Updates: EcoBlue Diesel, Dual-Clutch Transmission
2020 Ford Puma ST-Line X Vignale Photo: Ford Ford has announced a range of updates for its new Puma, the uniquely styled compact crossover that launched in Europe last year.…
Ford Made an Emoji Jacket, Celebrates Pickup Truck Emoji
Yes, there is an actual Emoji Jacket in the world Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford is all about finding unique solutions to common problems. One need look no further than…
Toyota Reveals All-New RAV4 Prime and Mirai in LA
Photo: Toyota Toyota showed off the first-ever RAV4 Prime and the all-new, second-generation 2021 Toyota Mirai at the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show, alongside its highly-anticipated Camry AWD model. All…
The Toyota Tacoma is an Instrument, Apparently
Since the dawn of time, people have used things that are not instruments as instruments. That’s probably how instruments were invented in the first place, but I digress. Joining the…
2020 Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road Ready to Bust Trails
Photo: Toyota The 2020 Toyota RAV4 has officially joined Toyota Canada’s lineup of 2020 models with a new TRD Off-Road model certified to bust trails. It joins a rugged and…
Toyota and Ford All Tied Up Ahead of Final Rally America Race
Photo: © Toyota The fight for the Rally America National Championship continues between Toyota and Ford, and it couldn’t get any closer than this. Ryan Millen and co-pilot Christina Fate…
2017 Cadillac ATS Overview
The 2017 Cadillac ATS is the luxury automaker’s best-selling car. Blessed with stylish good looks, two lively engine options, and enough tech equipment to make Silicon Valley jealous, it’s not…
Navigating the US: Getting Around in St. Louis, Missouri
Getting around in St. Louis: The cityscape at night Photo: Daniel Schwen St. Louis is a city and major port in Missouri, also known as the “Gateway to the West.”…
4 Weird Roadside Attractions in Missouri
Photo: Nick Youngson If you’ll be traveling through the Show-Me State this spring or summer, you might be planning on visiting popular sites like the St. Louis Gateway Arch, Missouri…
What Is the Rust Belt, & How Did It Get Its Name?
GM’s Detroit-Hamtrack plant You’ve probably heard historians, news outlets, or even your parents mention the Rust Belt at some point. It’s a common term for Baby Boomers, but not everyone…
New Zealander Fixes Traffic Problem With Spray Paint
If you have a complaint about the roadways, most of us just contact our municipality or the Department of Transportation to get them fixed. We then sit back and count…
Should I Rent a Wheelchair Van for My Temporary Injury?
A wheelchair-accessible van provides long-term transportation solutions to people who use wheelchairs. But what if you’re only temporarily using a wheelchair due to a leg, back, or hip injury? Does…
GM Launches a New Collision Repair Network
GM is helping drivers pick up the pieces after an on-road collision The aftermath of a vehicular collision is one of the most stress-inducing experiences that any driver can face.…
2021 Audi E-Tron SUV Drops Price and Increases Range
Audi’s next EV will cost less and drive farther Photo: Audi The Audi E-Tron stands as one of the auto industry’s most promising electric vehicles. First introduced in 2019, the…
Vehicular Viewing: New on Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu for April 2019
What do the major streaming services have in store for car lovers in April? Here’s a look at some of the month’s significant new additions on Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu…
GM Sales Rise 4 Percent in First Quarter
The Buick Encore GX Photo: Buick General Motors started 2021 on a positive note, posting a solid 4 percent sales increase for the first quarter. The news was even better…
Nissan's Smyrna Plant Receives Recognition From EPA
Nissan’s manufacturing complex in Smyrna, Tennessee, was recently recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency as one of the top 70 Energy Star certified plants in the country. The Nissan plant…
First Kia Telluride Exports Set Sail from Brunswick
Photo: Kia Motors The all-new 2020 Kia Telluride promises to be a success at home given the early interest in the stylish eight-person SUV. It may also wind up being…
2020 Nissan Maxima Gets Official US Price Tag
2020 Nissan Maxima Photo: Nissan The 2020 Nissan Maxima has driven into U.S. dealerships with an official price tag. The Maxima S features a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of $34,250.…
Vehicle Technologies To Help You Brave the Cold
Braving cold temperatures, falling snow, and frigid conditions takes a lot of willpower. Who wouldn’t rather stay inside when the thermostat is frozen? But alas, life, work, and family responsibilities…
2019 Hyundai Elantra GT Overview
Photo: Hyundai Both practical and fun to drive, the 2019 Hyundai Elantra GT stands out with style and spirit to spare. This hatchback keeps drivers comfortable and connected, too, with…
The Museum of Modern Art to Include Fiat 500 in New Spring Design Exhibit
A Fiat 500 will be on display at the Museum of Modern Art in an exhibit titled “The Value of Good Design” beginning on Feb. 10, 2019 Photo: FCA The…
The Fascinating, Futuristic Cars of Black Mirror
As a thoughtful, haunting product of speculative fiction, Black Mirror contemplates our increasingly troublesome connection to technology. Even though episodes focus on the social and personal dilemmas of characters, their situations…
The Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo Is the Mind-Bending Wagon of Your Wildest Fantasies
Whether you call it a hatchback or wagon, the Panamera Sport Turismo is one futuristic looking ride If you’re the type of person who enjoys fantasizing about luxury wagons, then…
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Rises from Snowpocalypse with Sales Gains
As Winter Storm Jonas hit the eastern half of the United States, the automotive industry stalled a bit in sales. After all, not many people were shopping for a brand-new…
Happy Birthday, A.A. Milne (and Winnie the Pooh)
Photo: Disney January 18th marks the birthday of A.A. Milne, author who crafted the world of the Hundred-Acre Wood as well as it’s endearing animal characters. Although it’s been almost 100…
Pricing Starts at $30,550 for Hyundai Kona Iron Man Edition
Marvel fans, rejoice — pricing details are now available for the 2019 Hyundai Kona Iron Man Edition crossover. Boasting a variety of unique design features intended to evoke the look…
Toyota Invests in US-Based Car-Sharing Company ‘Getaround’
Toyota’s headquarters in Torrance, California Being an automobile manufacturer is quickly becoming about more than just building cars. Most of the major brands have now realized that they aren’t just…
