The News Wheel editorial team

The News Wheel editorial team


RAM Trucks Support Fifth Harmony with “Work” Commercial

A RAM Trucks everyday worker is getting his groove on to Fifth Harmony, with a cow as his audience. During the 2016 American Music Awards, RAM Trucks aired a commercial…

Gamers Rise Up and Help Design the Team Fordzilla P1 Virtual Race Car

Photo: Ford Ford wants gamers to help in the creation of what it calls the “ultimate virtual racing car.” Codenamed Team Fordzilla P1, this all-original virtual car will be designed…

How to Remove Pet Hair from Your Car

Any pet owner knows what a royal pain in the you-know-what it is to remove hair from your car. Even if you clean your car regularly, there are always spots…

How to Make Your Puppy’s First Car Ride Anxiety-Free

Taking your puppy home for the first time is a moment you’ll never forget. And although your heart is bursting with joy, your new puppy’s heart might be beating with…

Ford Confirms New F-150 Raptor is Coming

Ford says the new F-150 Raptor is coming despite no mention during the next-gen reveal Photo: Ford Noticeably absent from last week’s reveal of the all-new Ford F-150: any discussion…

5 Ways to Get the Best Deal on a New Car

When it comes to getting a great deal on a new car, there’s a right and a wrong way to go about things. A little bit of research can go…

Cinema’s Goofiest Car Chases: ‘Samurai Cop’

Imagine this, but being driven by a buff dude in a Cher wig Photo: OSX II via CC It’s no secret that even the most objectively bad movies can make…

Ford Celebrates 100th Anniversary of the Moving Assembly Line

1912 Model T Ford Ford is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the moving assembly line by announcing plans to boost global production by 33 percent to 8 million vehicles annually…

Chrysler Pacifica Named Best Minivan to Buy for the Fifth Year

2021 Chrysler Pacifica Photo: FCA It’s a five-peat for the Chrysler Pacifica as it earns Best Minivan to Buy 2021 honors from The Car Connection. This fifth consecutive win for…

How To Stop Thieves From Stealing Your Car’s Tires, Wheels and Rims

Even if you don’t pay much attention to your car’s tires, thieves do, especially if your wheels, tires, rims are high-end. And it takes less time than you think —…

Son Gives Father 1957 Chevy Bel Air on His 57th Birthday

Son gives father 1957 Chevy Bel Air on his 57th birthday When he was eight years old, one generous YouTuber told his father that he would get him a 1957…

Burnout-Friendly Electronic Line-Lock Standard on 2018 Ford Mustang EcoBoost

Ford signaled the end of an era earlier this year when it revealed that the upcoming 2018 Ford Mustang will not feature the trusty V6 base engine, instead favoring the…

[Photos] The Ford Expedition King Ranch is Back

The 2020 Ford Expedition King Ranch Photo: Ford Motor Company The new Ford Expedition is getting some notable upgrades for 2020, most namely the return of the Ford Expedition King…

Ford Leads Europe CV Sales for Sixth Year in 2020

Transit lineup delivered strong sale for Ford Europe in 2020 Photo: Ford For the sixth consecutive year, Ford Motor Company is the No. 1 commercial vehicle brand across the 20…

Ford Offering Illuminated High Visibility Panels for Vans

New Electronic High Visibility Panels keep roadside workers safer Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company continues to cement its standing as Europe’s commercial vehicle leader with innovation. One of the latest…

Driving in Night City: Cyberpunk 2077 First Impressions

Pretty lights, buggy game Photo: pxfuel via DCMA On Dec. 10, Polish game developer CD Projekt Red released what was arguably one of the most anticipated video games of the…

“We Rep the Southside” is the Worst Car Commercial of the Year

WARNING: Things are gonna get really dumb from here on in. There is something to be said for things that are so bad, they’re good. The freestyle of Eli Porter,…

The All-New 2022 Infiniti QX60 is Headed to Canada

Photo: Infiniti Infiniti recently announced the 2022 Infiniti QX60 for the U.S. and Canadian markets. This three-row crossover is poised to receive some major updates for the next model year.…

Lexus Teams Up with Designers Tosin Oshinowo and Chrissa Amuah

Photo: Lexus From the annual Lexus Design Awards to the brand’s emphasis on Takumi craftsmanship, Lexus is an automaker that plays up its dedication to aesthetics. Now, the automaker is…

Canadian Journalists Honor 2021 Ram 1500

2021 Ram 1500 Limited Night Photo: FCA The Ram 1500 has earned the title of Best Full-size Pickup in Canada for 2021 from the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada. The…

[VIDEO] Man Keys $150,000 Car, Is Caught on Dash Cam, Is Arrested

So, remember those cars that James Bond almost always drives? Ah, yes, Aston Martin Here’s a frankly very angry-looking guy pushing a baby and keying the crap out of one:…

Everything You Need to Know About Animal Bridges

A bridge on the Flathead Indian Reservation Photo: Djembayz via CC The U.S. is one of several countries that have built animal bridges, where wildlife can safely get from one…

You searched for aluminum

Now that we’ve at last laid eyes on the Ford Mustang Mach-E, there’s one last white whale lingering in Ford’s future product portfolio: the much-anticipated Ford Bronco. Set to make…

Cleveland Auto Thefts Linked To John Gotti's Former Son-In-Law

Nicknamed “The Bull”, Carmine Agnello was recently arrested in Cleveland Photo: Machelle Elvie via YouTube After an 18 month investigation, John Gotti’s former son-in-law has been arrested by Cleveland police…

GM Could Topple Tesla by Doing What It's Already Doing

Photo: Chevrolet Tesla may have made a name for itself as a pioneer in the all-electric vehicle space, but General Motors and sub-brands like Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac are making…

Uber Drivers Delivering Food Orders Via UberEats

Why go get the food, when Uber drivers can bring the deliciousness to you? Photo: PINKÉ For those people who wished Uber drivers could just pick up a meal for them…

What's New on the 2021 Infiniti Lineup

Photo: INFINITI Despite new release postponements, Infiniti hasn’t slacked off when it comes to keeping its lineup fresh. Here’s a look at what’s new across the automaker’s 2021 model lineup.…

New Ford Puma Gets Mild Hybrid Options, Crazy Trim Names

The new Ford Puma Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford seems poised to shake up the status quo a bit with its new Puma, which is rolling out in Europe as…

List of American Auto Shows by Region

A model poses at the Chicago Auto Showphoto by yuan2003 Each year, automakers present all their latest and greatest technologies, concepts, and even production models to appear in dealerships at…

Toyota Pledges $1 Million to Support Texans

Photo: Toyota Motor North America Toyota Motor North America has pledged $1 million in relief for victims of the winter storm that recently collapsed the Texas electrical grid and left…

2021 Mazda CX-3 Overview

Photo: Mazda Holding a spot in the Mazda lineup between the Mazda3 Hatchback and the Mazda CX-30, the Mazda CX-3 offers a decent suite of standard features at an affordable…

Serena Williams, Joy Falotico Hold Court at HeyMama Summit

Serena Williams and Joy Falotico chat during the HeyMama Summit Photo: Lincoln There aren’t many women on Earth more successful at what they do than Serena Williams. Williams discussed how…

Road Trips for Nature Lovers: A Visitor's Guide to Acadia National Park

Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National Park Photo: Aaron Zhu Conquer the rugged landscapes and soak in oceanfront vistas when you plan a trip to Acadia National Park in Maine. Sprawling…

Holy Crap, Now the 2017 Super Duty is Getting Fancy New Cup Holders

The arrival of a tougher, smarter, and more powerful Ford F-Series Super Duty has been anticipated for some time now, and the automaker has been good about trickling out pertinent…

2019 Chicago Auto Show Photo Gallery: Check Out All of the Buick Vehicles at This Year’s Show

Buick showcased a variety of popular models in its 2019 lineup at this year’s Chicago Auto Show, from the sporty Regal GS to stylish crossover and SUV models including the…

Lyft Cars Will Start Displaying Digital Ads

Photo: SPUR Lyft recently bought Halo Cars, a U.S. startup that allows drivers to display car-top digital ads on their vehicles, like those seen on yellow cabs in New York…

Lexus Super Bowl Ad Features RC Lexus RC (and a Real One)

Photo: Lexus While the second Lexus Super Bowl ad, titled “Let’s Play”, may not have been popular with viewers, it plays off the RC name with remote controlled Lexus RC350’s…

Cadillac Set to Receive a “Disproportionate” Share of GM's Upcoming Electric Vehicles

Cadillac’s future is looking quite “shocking” A few months ago, The News Wheel reported that Buick would likely lead the charge toward GM’s electric future, receiving many of the 20 all-electric…

Industry Focuses More on Passenger-Aware Tech Than Self-Driving Tech

Self-driving car tech still has a ways to go before it is ready for widespread implementation in modern vehicles. In the meantime, the industry is turning its attention to passenger-aware…

How to Get Discounts on an Accessible Van

2020 Ford Transit Cargo Van Photo: Ford An accessible van for your wheelchair greatly increases your independent mobility, but paying for a converted vehicle at full price costs a ton…

Mazda Achieves Year-Over-Year Sales Increase Despite Pandemic

Photo: Mazda We all know that 2020 wasn’t the best year for the auto industry — or much of anything else, really. Despite that, Mazda North American Operations managed to…

Former Fiat Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne Dies at Age 66

Sergio Marchionne: 1952-2018 Sergio Marchionne, the former CEO of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, died earlier today after suffering from complications that arose following a recent shoulder surgery. Marchionne was 66 years…

Michael Manley Named the New CEO of FCA

Michael Manley will go from leading Jeep and Ram to leading FCA as a whole During Fiat Chrysler’s annual investor day back in June, the automaker confirmed that CEO Sergio…

Ford Sales Down, Lincoln Sales Up in Canada in May

2015 Lincoln MKC Ford Motor Company of Canada reported a sales decrease of 8.5% overall in May with 29,052 vehicles sold. Despite lagging sales, the automaker reported a number of…

Hyundai Developing Futuristic Exoskeleton, Brings World Closer to Becoming Sci-Fi Blockbuster

If you’re as geeky as I am, you probably watched Iron Man in 2008 and thought, “Man, would that suit be cool to have!” Or you saw Aliens as a…

2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Overview

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan The 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the perfect first luxury car for someone looking to break into the segment. While not Mercedes’ most expensive option, it…

Chevy Sales Slide as the Brand Focuses on Increasing Profits Per Vehicle During the Third Quarter of 2018

Chevrolet’s third sales quarter was filled with various surprises At the end of the second quarter of 2018, Chevrolet’s sales were up by 6.2 percent, an optimistic sign for the…

[VIDEO] Toyota Yaris Hybrid Singalong Commercial

Toyota Yaris Hybrid Singalong Commercial: The Musical City It’s no secret that Toyota enjoys making quirky commercials for its vehicles. These ads are definitely memorable and unique, which leaves us…

2014 Infiniti QX60 Overview

Despite its new name, the 2014 Infiniti QX60 is not a new model. Its exterior is almost identical to last year’s JX35, which is far from a bad thing. The…

Nissan and City Football Group Announce Five-Year Parternship

Nissan and City Football Group have signed a five-year agreement that will make Nissan the Official Automotive Partner of City Football Group. For those not in the know, CFG is…