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Great Car Features You Probably Take For Granted
Photo: The News Wheel Your car is a complex machine with a bevy of bells and whistles. Features like your advanced infotainment system, heated seats, and responsive engine often get…
Toyota is the Top Trusted Automaker in Canadian National Surveys
Photo: Toyota Canadians have ranked Toyota as the top trusted automaker in two of the top national reputation surveys, the Gustavson Brand Trust Index and the Leger Reputation Survey. In…
JD Power Vehicle Technology Study Recognizes Three Chevy Models
Photo: The News Wheel Three Chevy models performed well in the new J.D. Power Vehicle Technology Study, which focused on the driver assist technologies in 2019 model year vehicles. The…
‘Star Wars’ Props Made From Car Parts
The infamous cantina, seen here recreated at Star Wars Celebration in 2015 Photo: William Tung via CC Star Wars has been a cultural phenomenon for well over four decades, continuing…
Volkswagen Outlines Plan for Electric Future at LA Auto Show
Photo: ©Volkswagen Volkswagen unveiled the I.D. concept family, a new line of electric vehicles, at the 2017 Los Angeles Auto Show and said it hopes to start producing EVs in…
Robert “the Niro” De Niro is a Hipster in European Kia Ads
Why yes, that is a not-so-young Vito Corleone sporting a beanie and suspenders A celebrity having the same name as a product is some strange form of serendipity that is…
Ryan Millen Will Expose Rally RAV4 to New Challenges
The 2016 Toyota Rally RAV4 Last year, driver Ryan Millen took the rally RAV4 from Toyota to four out of five victories in the Western US—quite a successful run for…
[Photos] 'Street Outlaws' Star Big Chief’s New Racecar Will Blow Your Mind
Big Chief didn’t let one crash scare him away from racing Street Outlaws cast member Justin “Big Chief” Shearer survived a terrifying car crash a few months ago that destroyed…
Buick Envision Tops Segment in 2021 Dependability Study
The 2018 Envision Photo: Buick In the J.D. Power 2021 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study, the Buick Envision earned the highest ranking in the competitive Compact SUV segment. The model surpassed…
Ford, Hertz Bring Hertz 24/7 Service to FordPass App
Got a big shopping trip on the horizon and need to rent a van to help get the job done? Have no fear, Ford and Hertz are here. Ford has…
Superhero Cars: Automotive Brand Sponsorships in Marvel Movies
Who would’ve ever thought that superhero movies like Guardians of the Galaxy and Thor: Ragnarok would be the highest-grossing films of the year? These days, Marvel’s live-action feature films are box office gold,…
Uber Unveils Motion Sickness Prevention System to Improve Ride Share Experience
Photo: FreeStocks As autonomous vehicles start becoming the norm, a few voices are addressing a legitimate concern that some individuals experience on a normal basis: motion sickness. The instances of in-vehicle…
Subaru Announces STI S209 Pricing and Limited Run
Say hello to the first S-line performance vehicle sold in the U.S.A. Photo: Subaru The Subaru WRX STI has been a favorite among adrenaline-fueled drivers for years, due in large…
Volkswagen is Building a 404-BHP Arteon R
With the VR6, Volkswagen has long the block and the technology to build a truly powerful engine—but always denied it would out of the belief that people wouldn’t buy one.…
Life Is Hard, so Here's a Grit Machine Named Gritsy Bitsy Teeny Weeny Yellow Anti-Slip Machiney
Life is tough. Huge data breaches are being covered up, our airbags are blowing up, and governments are revoking driver’s licenses if you fall behind on your loans—really, modern living…
2018 Honda Pilot Goes on Sale for Under $31,000
Photo: ©Honda The 2018 Honda Pilot is now officially on sale at dealerships around the country with a starting MSRP of $30,900 (not counting the $975 destination and handling charge),…
Book by Cadillac Car-Subscription Service Predicts Booming Growth Over the Next Two Years
With companies like Uber and Lyft making their way to the forefront, many consumers are questioning whether or not they even need to own a car in the 21st century.…
Subaru Drivers Higgins and Pastrana Survive the Oregon Trail (Rally)
David Higgins kicks up dust on the fast, sweeping stages of Oregon Trail Rally Photo: Subaru Subaru Motorsports USA drivers Travis Pastrana and David Higgins competed in the Oregon Trail…
Ford Donates $250K to DAPCEP for Future Forward Program
Ford donates $250,000 to support DAPCEP, introduce students to STEM Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company demonstrates its commitment to introducing students to STEM with a new $250,000 donation to the…
2018 Ford F-Series Super Duty: Best-In-Class Figures, Whole Lotta TRUUUUUUUCK
Pictured: 2018 Ford Super Duty Limited 4×4; not the truuuuuuck you are reading about, but another big Ford truuuuuuuck all the same A public service announcement: TRUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUCKS. This concludes the…
Buick Partners with Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine
The Reese’s Book Club app Photo: Buick Buick has announced that it is partnering with Hello Sunshine, a media company founded by Reese Witherspoon. Through a new infotainment app, you…
Single Women Fuel Demand for SUVs in Auto Industry
More women are buying small SUVs like the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport All the single ladies are putting their hands up—and right onto a brand-new SUV. There is a new…
Toyota Is the 2019 ARCA Menards Series Champion
Photo: Toyota With 11 victories in the first 14 races of the season, Toyota has already secured its fourth manufacturers’ championship in the ARCA Menards Series even though there are…
Kvyat: Canada Will Test Honda’s F1 Progress
Photo: Honda Daniil Kvyat believes the upcoming 2019 Canadian GP will be a “good test” to judge how far Honda has come with its Formula One engine. While Honda is…
Could America Get a Nissan Sentra Wagon?
There is no questioning that five-door vehicles are popular once again, both as hatchbacks or wagon vehicles. While the rest of the internet constantly wonders “Will it waffle?”, every introduction of …
Honda Profiles Accomplished Civic Drivers in “Greatness is Within Reach” Videos
What does a hipster coffee shop owner in Chicago have in common with an accomplished ballet dancer in Austin? Why, impeccable taste in compact cars, of course (and, Honda presumably…
Building a Monster Jam Track Requires 7,500 Tons of Dirt and Just as Much Heart
Monster Jam only started using dirt for shows at the Wright State Nutter Center in 2015 Like many people, Jimmy Mijarez grew up watching monster truck shows and dreamed of…
Vehicular Viewing: New on Streaming for March 2021
As spring and warm weather finally draw near, the major streaming services are welcoming a fresh selection of movies and television shows that you may want to check out if…
More Female Car Buyers Means Changes in Marketing
If you think that the vast majority of cars are still purchased by men, you’re in the wrong century. Image: Press Release Finder Women are different than men. We all…
[PHOTOS] 2015 Colorado Z71 Trail Boss Edition Debuts in Cleveland
The 2015 Colorado Z71 Trail Boss Edition debuts at the Cleveland Auto Show Chevrolet fled to the Cleve this past weekend to debut the 2015 Colorado Z71 Trail Boss edition…
Ford Fund Giving Back with COVID-19 Donation Match
Ford announced the COVID-19 Donation Match and ‘Read and Record’ projects on Thursday Photo: Ford Tapping into the philanthropic nature of Blue Oval employees, Ford Motor Company Fund is launching…
Should I Be Alarmed About Car Hacking?
This article is sponsored by JeepsAreUs.com. The era of smart gadgets is upon us, molding our lives to resemble science fiction. Of course, the automotive industry is not exempt from…
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Concept Boasts V8 Engine
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Concept Photo: FCA The new Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Concept optimizes the brand’s legendary 4×4 capability and renowned fun-to-drive power with a new 6.4-liter V8 engine.…
WeFuel and Other Startups Fight to Bring You Gas
Photo: Amazon These days, you can get just about anything delivered to you. The internet and smartphones have made just about anything, like textbooks, furniture, and food sent to where…
Federal Government Destroys Perfectly Good Nissan Skyline
While browsing the web today, as one does at lunchtime, I happened across one of the most disturbing videos I have seen in a long time. Before your mind runs…
BMW Celebrates Centennial With New Race Livery
2016 is a big year for BMW, as it is celebrating its 100th birthday on March 7th. To begin the celebration, the motorsports arm of the automaker unveiled two new race liveries…
Fiat Chrysler Aims to Make Cleaner Diesel Engines with New Settings
Fiat Chrysler diesel modes, like the Ram EcoDiesel pictured above, will have a new settings feature Thanks to Volkswagen, diesel engines aren’t as popular as they once were in the…
Toyota Won More Patents in 2020 than Any Other Automaker
Photo: Toyota Motor North America The United States Patent and Trademark Office awarded slightly fewer patents in 2020 than in 2019, according to the Intellectual Property Owners Association, but one…
Subaru Reveals Pricing for 2021 WRX and WRX STI
Photo: Subaru Since its introduction in 1992, the Subaru WRX and WRX STI have served as the gold-standard for high-performance, street-ready rally cars. On Dec. 10, the automaker announced the…
Tiny Nissans Ready for Micra Cup
Motorsports are a great way to test the performance of a car, but usually they are restricted to individuals and teams with ample funds to build an expensive race car. NASCAR…
2016 Lexus NX Overview
If you’re shopping for a luxury crossover that is ready to rule the road, consider the 2016 Lexus NX. This vehicle is a study in luxury, with powerful engines that conserve…
3 Things to Consider When Buying a New Car
There are two types of drivers in the world — those who upgrade their rides every few years, and those who drive their cars into the ground. No matter which…
Missouri HB 1124 Attempting to Ban Tesla with Semantics
Wanna buy one of these beauties in Missouri? Not so fast there, folks. Changes to the wording of Missouri HB 1124 could lead to another Tesla ban. (Image: Mariordo) It…
Best Ways to Hide A Car Dent
Need help fixing a car dent? We have eight ways that could possibly help. While the process of removing car dents is easy, sometimes it can be costly and time-consuming.…
NASA Celebrates 45th Anniversary of Last Drive on the Moon
Some anniversaries are more interesting than others. Today, December 11th, for instance, is the 45th anniversary of one of the most historic drives in history, as Astronauts Gene Cernan and…
2018 Tokyo Auto Salon Will Showcase 15 Nissan Models
Photo: Nissan Since whittling their show-worthy favorites down to just a few was impossible, Nissan has decided to showcase 15 of their most customized, eye-catching, show-stopping vehicles at the upcoming…
Toyota Won’t Release Autonomous Systems Until They’re Absolutely Safe
Most major automakers are now fully invested in bringing autonomous driving systems to their production cars by the late 2010s or early 2020s. Toyota is one of the biggest players…
Volkswagen to Discontinue 2020 e-Golf in the U.S.
With better EVs on the horizon, the writing is on the wall for the e-Golf Photo: Volkswagen If you’ve been keeping up with Volkswagen lately, you’ll know that big things…
Dodge Challenger Hellcat Shows off Muscles with Record Quarter Mile
The High Horse Performance Challenger Hellcat broke a quarter-mile record earlier this week If there ever was a car put on this earth as the epitome of a muscle car,…
Ford Collaborative Robots Help Finish Fiestas in Europe
Photo: Ford Motor Company Welp, this is how it begins: Ford is having robots work together for common goal, which is now the completion of Ford Fiestas at the automaker’s…
