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3 Reasons Driving on Worn Out Tires is Dangerous
Photo: Howcast Motorcycle tires aren’t something you think about on a daily basis, but it’s important to note that paying attention to those black pieces of rubber could just save…
Protect Your Eyes While Driving
Photo: Natalie Parker March is known as Workplace Eye Wellness Month. While it’s definitely a good idea to take care of your eyes if you have a corporate job indoors,…
Car Warranty Robocalls and How To Handle Them
Photo: PxHere via CC 2020 was a year that offered countless delights, economic prosperity, and an increase in overall societal harmony. Social media was flooded with people sharing uplifting messages,…
Volvo Will Give All Employees 24 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Photo: Volvo Swedish automaker Volvo Cars will increase paid parental leave for salaried and hourly employees around the world as part of a new “Family Bond” program. Volvo says the…
[Photos] Oh, Look, Another Ford GT Heritage Edition That You Cannot Afford and Have No Chance of Owning
Seemingly as long as the heritage of the Ford GT itself is the new tradition of introducing the public to special iterations of the all-new Ford GT that they have…
[Photos] 2021 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Coming Next Spring
Ford calls the new 2021 Mach 1 the most track-capable Mustang V8 ever built Photo: Ford Stop me if you’ve heard this one before: Ford is launching a new limited-edition…
Be Prepared: 3 Tools You Need In Your Car
Photo: The News Wheel The road can be a dangerous place and your car can fail you unexpectedly. From routine fixes like a flat tire to big issues like a…
Road Trips for Nature Lovers: A Visitor’s Guide to Grand Canyon National Park
Grand Canyon National Park Photo: Pixabay Grand Canyon National Park sprawls over 1,904 square miles — that’s slightly larger than Rhode Island. Elevations range from 2,000-8,000 feet and the region…
Lessons From Tesla Autopilot Crashes Reveal Weaknesses for Whole Industry
Self-driving vehicle technology has come under some heavy scrutiny following the fatal self-driving Uber crash, but it had already been held in suspicion thanks to some Tesla crashes where the…
NTSB Releases Initial Report on What Went Wrong in Self-Driving Uber Crash
The biggest story in the field of self-driving vehicles has been, and is still, the self-driving Uber that hit and killed a pedestrian in Tempe, Arizona, back in March. While…
Updated Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Coming to Japan
Re-released Land Cruiser 70 Thirty years ago, Toyota released what would become one of Japan’s all-time favorite models: the Land Cruiser 70. Sales of the original Land Cruiser 70 lasted…
What is Regenerative Braking?
It’s common for drivers to have a love/hate relationship with brakes. Brakes are a vital safety component that enables us to stop our vehicles at the necessary stop lights and…
Online Driving Courses to Take During COVID-19 Lockdowns
Use online learning to sharpen your safe driving skills during the pandemic Just because you’re driving less during the pandemic doesn’t mean you have to let your skills get rusty.…
The 5 Best Car Pranks for April Fools’ Day
April Fools’ Day is right around the corner and I may or may not already have some things planned for my coworkers. If you’re a jokester like me, then you’ll…
Car Movies You Didn’t Know Were Remakes
Some of the best modern car movies are remakes of older car movies. Who knew? Photo: Chevrolet The history of cinema is no stranger to car-themed movies. But did you…
‘Cars’ Rip-Off Review: ‘A Car’s Life 3: The Royal Heist’ (2013)
Can these films get any worse? Of course they can… Photo: pixy via CC In 2006, Pixar released the motion picture Cars to wide critical acclaim and praise from kids…
‘Cars’ Rip-Off Review: ‘A Car’s Life 2’ (2011)
You should be thankful that the face isn’t visible… Photo: pixy via CC In a previous article for The News Wheel, I reviewed a dreadful little animated film called A…
‘Cars’ Rip-Off Review: ‘The Autobots’ (2015)
Thankfully, this one doesn’t have a face Photo: pixabay via CC Where there’s success, there’s often imitators. And when it comes to the beloved films of Pixar, success is never…
What To Do With Turn Signal Troubles
Your car’s turn signal has a rhythmic cadence that can lull you into forgetting it is even on, an embarrassing gaffe every driver has experienced. So, when it makes its…
‘Cars’ Rip-Off Review: ‘CarGo’ (2017)
What, you don’t see the face? Photo: pixy via CC Pixar’s Cars is a beloved film for good reason. It has fun characters, great writing, spectacular animation, and a unique…
Cleaning Tips to Make Your Car’s Interior Look Its Best
The inside of your car can be a catchall for your life. That means papers, clutter, trash, and gear can pile up before you realize that your interior is not…
Car Fan Builds ‘Minority Report’ Lexus
The futuristic film Minority Report, released in 2002, was a Tom Cruise-helmed science fiction creation that contained both deep questions about morality and breathtaking images of what a future Earth…
F1 Teams Demand Clarity on Track Limit Rules
Track limits are somehow no issue when enforced by concrete Photo: colina†ion via CC Formula 1’s top team principals have called on the sport to clarity its track limit rules…
Invest in a Carpool Karaoke Mic for a More Musical Road Trip
Photo: Nathan If you’re a fan of Carpool Karaoke, maybe you’ve daydreamed about what road-tripping with celebrities such as Shawn Mendes, Kelly Clarkson, and Adam Levine would be like. While you may…
Toyota is Best Overall SUV/Truck Brand in 2021 CBB Awards
Photo: Toyota Canada If you’re a Canadian looking to buy a new car that will hold its value well, Toyota is a good place to start. In the 2021 Canadian…
Ford Launches Safety Insights Platform in Windsor
Windsor is the first city in Canada to use Ford’s Safety Insights Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company wants to make the future safe for drivers, and it’s piloting a new…
Tire Options Impact Performance of the Chevy Bolt EV
Photo: Digital Trends Whether you keep the standard tires or swap them for new ones, this will have an impact on the grip, road noise, and range of your Chevy…
Celebrating 53 Years of the Chevy Camaro
Can you believe that it’s been 53 years since the first Camaros hit the road? Here’s a look back at this American icon’s five-decade legacy. See How You Can Save:…
Buick GL8 Brings Advanced V2X Tech to China
Photo: Buick Buick’s 2021 GL8 luxury minivan lineup is bringing new intelligent technologies to China’s roads. GL8 Avenir models will now be equipped with vehicle-to-everything connectivity. Known as V2X, this…
2021 Chevy Colorado Hits South Korean Streets
The Colorado has made a big impression on Korean drivers Photo: Chevrolet On Sept. 15, sales began in South Korea for the brand-new 2021 Chevy Colorado. The midsize pickup first…
Fixing Potholes Can Help Save the Planet
Basically, potholes lack any redeeming qualities. They make the streets an unsightly mess. They make the road more treacherous to navigate, and they can cause severe damage to your vehicle.…
The 2021 Buick GL8 Classic is Getting Trim Upgrades
The GL8 Classic is a big seller in China Photo: Buick General Motors has found great success in selling larger vehicles in the Chinese market. SUVs are insanely popular in…
Redesigned Buick GL8 ES and GL8 Legacy Go on Sale in China
Photo: Buick China’s Buick GL8 multi-purpose vehicle lineup recently welcomed a pair of redesigned models: the GL8 ES and the GL8 Legacy. The Easiest Way to Find a New Vehicle:…
Which 2019 Chevy Models Get the Best Gas Mileage?
Though Chevrolet has built a reputation for easy-to-use infotainment systems, modern cabin tech, and diverse powertrains, it also offers a handful of fuel-conserving models for the environmentally-conscious. Here are the…
Totally Redeem Yourself by Buying this Chevy Sheep Dog for $4,000
“Chevy the Sheep Dog” is a local treasure in Muskegon, Michigan, with its own Facebook page and everything. But now this heavily carpeted, Dumb and Dumber-inspired 1995 Chevrolet G35 conversion…
GM Is Officially Mexico's Largest Producer and Exporter of Vehicles
Placing Blazer production in Mexico evidently helped boost GM’s presence in Mexico As an increasing number of consumers turn toward SUVs and trucks, General Motors has begun increasing production of…
2020 Hyundai Venue Overview
Photo: Hyundai Built to maneuver nimbly on busy streets and fit easily into tight city spaces, the 2020 Venue is the newest SUV in the Hyundai lineup. The Venue makes…
2021 Acura TLX Type S Arrives in May with 355 Horsepower
Photo: Acura After 13 years away, the Type S performance nameplate is making its big return. Acura announced the 2021 TLX Type S will launch in late May with a…
U-M Opens Ford Motor Company Robotics Building
University of Michigan opened its Ford Motor Company Robotics Building Photo: Ford Earlier this month, the University of Michigan officially opened its four-story, $75-million Ford Motor Company Robotics Building. Set…
Ford to Move Engineers to University of Michigan North Campus Research Complex for Autonomous Vehicle Research
Ford announced on Thursday that it will be teaming up with the University of Michigan to place its researchers and engineers at a new robotics laboratory located on the university’s…
University of Michigan Names Ford Motor Company Robotics Building
The University of Michigan has named its new four-story, 140,000-square-foot robotics facility the Ford Motor Company Robotics Building as the result of the Detroit-based automaker’s $15 million donation. The building,…
Mcity Uses Augmented Reality to Advance Self-Driving Technology
The University of Michigan has a unique testing site for self-driving vehicles that uses virtual reality. Dubbed “Mcity,” the test facility is a fake city located on North Campus and…
Ford Buys Two Digit Robots from Agility Robotics and the End is Nigh
Photo: Ford Motor Company With the announcement that Agility Robotics is selling two Digit robots to Ford, we are now that much closer to our inevitable destruction. Ford is the…
Dallas Lincoln Experience Center Open at The Star in Frisco
Heads up, lovers of luxury in Dallas: there is a new Lincoln Experience Center open at The Star in Frisco. Is it fancy? Oh, it’s fancy. The second Lincoln Experience…
Joy Falotico: Lincoln Looking at ‘Innovative Silhouettes’
Lincoln President Joy Falotico hints at “innovative silhouettes” on the horizon Photo: Lincoln Lincoln Motor Company President Joy Falotico spoke at a virtual meeting of Ford Retired Engineering Executives, where…
Lincoln Follows Luxury Trend With Lincoln Experience Center
Late last month, Lincoln held a party in a California mall storefront on Newport Beach. There was jazz music, finger foods, and conversation. This event was pretty low-key, but it…
Tons of updates coming to the 2021 Cadillac CT4 and CT5
The 2020 Cadillac CT4 Sport trim Photo: Cadillac Although the Cadillac CT4 and CT5 kicked off a new generation in the 2020 model year, the latest models aren’t content to…
3 Terrible Movies Obsessed With Very Slow Driving
Photo: PxHere via CC There are lots of ingredients that go into “so bad they’re good” movies. The most obvious, of course, is terrible acting, which is usually driven by…
4 EVs Under $40K with the Best Range
Over the last several years, more and more automakers have committed to a strong electric vehicle lineup moving forward. That means more time and resources than ever are being spent…
2020 Cadillac CT5 Overview
Cadillac CT5 Photo: Cadillac Set to arrive in fall of 2019, the Cadillac CT5 boasts aggressive styling, luxurious amenities, and plenty of technology. You can choose this new model in…
