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Mitsubishi Will Offer myQ Connected Garage Technology
An in-vehicle touch screen with myQ Connected Garage Photo: Mitsubishi Motors Mitsubishi has partnered with Chamberlain Group to add myQ Connected Garage to the My Mitsubishi Connect platform. With this…
Cars Run Longer Now, but Their Interiors Aren't Keeping Up
Automakers are working to devise car interiors that last as long as engines and other components Photo: Buick Compared to vehicles from previous generations, your car’s engine is likely to…
Holy Habanero: The Kia HabaNiro is H-O-T!!!
Alicia Keys voice: “This car is on fiiiiiyaaaahhhhhh” Photo: Kia Motors Today Kia unveiled a sizzling new concept vehicle at the New York Auto Show: the HabaNiro. This spicy new…
[PHOTOS] Meet the Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek Edition
Photo: Nissan If you wish that the family-friendly Nissan Pathfinder had a little more outdoorsy grit, you’ll love the new Rock Creek Edition model. This bold new appearance package gives…
Is It Wise to Buy an Electric or Hybrid Accessible Van?
2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Photo: FCA As the automotive industry continues transitioning from outdated fossil fuels to environmentally conscious, renewable energy, more vehicles are being manufactured with hybrid and all-electric…
How To Make a Drive-in Movie Theater at Home
A drive-in movie theater Photo: distelAPPArath (Pixabay) via CC If you’re looking for a new way to add some excitement to an at-home movie night, make your own drive-in movie…
DIY Maintenance for Your Vehicle
Owning a Jeep or truck with suspension parts comes with a fair amount of responsibility. Far too many drivers overlook routine maintenance, which will wear down your vehicle over time.…
Lewis Hamilton Named UK’s Most Influential Black Person
Photo: Ennoti via CC Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton has been named the U.K.’s most influential Black person after he set a record-breaking year in the sport while campaigning against…
Toyota Shares 24,000 Hybrid Patents for Free
Photo: Toyota In an effort to advanced sustainable mobility around the world, Toyota has announced it will grant royalty-free licenses on 23,740 patents for electrification-related vehicle technologies. This followed Toyota’s…
Toyota Will Invest $75M in Universities Over Five Years
Photo: Toyota The Toyota Research Institute announced it has expanded its collaborative research program to include an additional 13 universities. Over the next five years, Toyota will invest more than…
Back by Popular Demand: Ford Confirms 2020 Mustang Bullitt
The 2020 Mustang Bullitt carries a higher price tag at $1,215 Photo: Ford Motor Company Are you eager to get your hands on all 480 horsepower of the Ford Mustang Bullitt…
Nissan Reveals Tech and Styling Upgrades for 2021 Kicks
Photo: Nissan The Kicks is one of the brand’s newest models, but in the wake of Nissan’s rebranding rampage, even this relatively new nameplate is receiving upgrades to stay competitive.…
How to Safely Navigate Dangerous Driving Situations
With a few strategies, you can stay calm and safe in dangerous roadside situations Photo: stux via Pixabay Even the safest of drivers can find themselves in awkward, hazardous scenarios.…
Nissan Reveals MSRP for 2021 Kicks
2021 Nissan Kicks Photo: Nissan The Nissan Kicks has several updates for 2021, including changes in design and tech, making the popular crossover even more fun to drive. And, now…
Infographic: Batmobiles Through the Years
With the upcoming release of The Lego Batman Movie, we thought we’d take a look at some infamous Batmobiles that have made appearances in television and film throughout the years.…
Killer Car Movies: “The Car: Road to Revenge” (2019)
Imagine this, but killing people in a cyberpunk city of the future Photo: Pixabay via CC This Halloween, the usual scary movie monsters are taking a back seat to a…
Why You Should let a Professional Fix Your Car Body Damage
When you’re involved in a car accident, you may consider repairing the damage yourself to save money. But trying to repair a car by yourself can turn out to be…
4 More Car Maintenance Myths
Recently, we debunked some car-care myths about car washes, premium gas, and using the AC system. Here are a few more myths and their rebuttals so you can successfully navigate…
Lincoln SUVs Score Best Retail Sales Start in 20 Years
The Lincoln Corsair got off to a fast start at retail Photo: Lincoln Lincoln Motor Company kicked off 2021 on a high note by hitting a two-decade high with retail…
An Average, Terrified New Yorker Reviews the Ecto-1
(Read in your best New Yorker accent) This past Friday, a slithering two ton beast that seemed to be neither totally flora nor fauna suddenly appeared on the court at…
Ford Fund Awards $25,000 to STEAM-Focused Non-Profits on NBC's GIVE
Ford Fund President Jim Vella appeared on NBC’s Emmy-nominated reality show GIVE this past Saturday to award $25,000 to two non-profit organizations focused on providing STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts,…
4 Reasons to Retire in an RV
Photo: Blake Wisz | Unsplash There are lots of reasons to own a recreational vehicle, and even better ones to retire in one. When the road to retirement ends, start…
Longest-Lasting Hybrid Cars Are Made by Toyota
Photo: Toyota It’s common sense that Toyota would make the longest-lasting hybrid cars. After all, its overall vehicle reliability is famously good, and if any brand is most associated with…
What’s New for the 2021 Cadillac Lineup?
The All-New 2021 Cadillac Escalade Photo: Cadillac The 2021 Cadillac lineup delivers an all-new Escalade as well as subtle updates on the brand’s other vehicles. Here’s what you can expect…
KMA, KMMG CEO Byung Mo Ahn Named Vice Chairman of Kia
Byung Mo Ahn This week, Kia Motors Corporation announced that longtime company man Byung Mo Ahn will assume the role of Vice Chairman, effective immediately. As group vice chairman and…
Ford Donating 10 Million Masks Through Project Apollo
Ford is donating 10 million masks to at-risk communities Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company is committing to donating 10 million masks to at-risk communities across the United States. The effort,…
Solid Rubber to Steel Bands: A Brief History of Tires
Modern tires have come a long way, and certainly didn’t start like they are today. No, the story of the modern tire began around 150 years ago (in Scotland, of…
Nissan Testing the e-NV200 in Portland, Mulling U.S. Release
Earlier, we mused that Nissan might want to consider bringing the electric version of the Taxi of Tomorrow to New York within the next five years to satiate the needs…
Cadillac Finally Reveals the Monthly Cost of Super Cruise
2021 Cadillac Escalade Super Cruise Technology Photo: Cadillac If you’ve been sitting on the edge of your seat waiting to hear how much Super Cruise will cost you, the wait…
Ford Ranger Raptor Confirmed for 2018 Launch (in Asia Pacific, At Least)
Ford this week confirmed what many had long suspected by announcing that there will indeed be a Ford Ranger Raptor with a one-minute teaser video. It was even so kind…
2020 Ram 1500 Laramie Southwest Edition Debuts
2020 Ram 1500 Laramie Southwest Edition Photo: FCA Truck fans in Texas and neighboring states have a new luxury trim from Ram Trucks to appreciate. The 2020 Ram 1500 Laramie…
GMC Hummer EV: What We Know So Far
Photo: General Motors After months of teasing, GMC recently announced that its new Hummer EV truck will be officially unveiled this fall. As we wait for more details, here’s a…
2017 Hyundai Sonata Overview
The 2017 Hyundai Sonata is a front wheel-drive sedan that can hold up to five people in its spacious cabin. Due to its affordable price tag, the Hyundai Sonata is…
Larry ten Voorde Wins Porsche Supercup Virtual Edition
Photo: Porsche Larry ten Voorde, the 23-year-old Dutch racing driver, has been crowned the victor of the Porsche Supercup Virtual Edition, the short substitute series for the usual Supercup season.…
Ford Launches SYNC 3 for Brazil in 2017 Focus
Ford announced last month at a press conference in São Paulo that its SYNC 3 connectivity system would at last be available for customers in Brazil. The latest generation of Ford’s…
A Refresher Course in Child Passenger Safety
Car seats have a consistent track record for keeping young passengers safe. Photo: Pixnio September 17th-23rd is National Child Passenger Safety Week. Whether you have children of your own to…
Couple Spends Years Restoring a Buick, Wins Award
Photo: Greg Gjerdingen via CC The world is full of niche fandoms populated by immensely passionate people who spend countless hours obsessing over their respective passions. The automotive world is…
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…
Director of Ghostbusters Reboot Unveils New Ecto-1 Photo
The New Ecto-1 Ghostbusters car was announced today by director Paul Feig via Twitter The times, they are a’changing, and that means that in this topsy-turvy world of ours, we’ll…
Upholstery Options Beyond Leather and Fabric
Leather and fabric are probably the two most popular options for car seats, but they are not the only materials in town. If you are tired of scratchy fabric or…
Are Formula 1 Cars Too Complicated For Women?
I realize that I write about sexism a lot here at The News Wheel. The prejudice I experience in my field of work is much lower than what some other women…
Bad Driving in Video Games: Lap 2
Photo: Pxfuel via CC Earlier this year, I wrote a story about three games with absolutely horrendous driving segments. Among the three titles I highlighted was Ty the Tasmanian Tiger…
Toyota Invests in Robotic Kitchen Startup
Photo: Toyota Toyota AI Ventures has announced an investment in YPC Technologies, a startup based on Montreal that specializes in developing robotic kitchens. You might wonder what cars have to…
Build Your Dream 2021 GMC Yukon with the New Configurator
Photo: General Motors If you’re in the market for a spacious and luxurious SUV, you’ll get a kick out of the 2021 GMC Yukon configurator. While it currently lacks options…
Consider a Business Fleet To Compete with Amazon
Photo: Nissan In an effort to promote its fleet of vehicles for small businesses, the Nissan-Renault-Mitsubishi Alliance conducted a study of small- and medium-sized businesses to see if they’re ready…
Toyota Launching Mobility Pilot Project in Bangkok
The Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF) announced this week that it will be launching its first-ever pilot program in Bangkok, Thailand. The program will explore the future of personal mobility by…
Toyota Unveils 2016 Hilux Pickup
After weeks of speculation and leaked images, Toyota revealed the next generation of its Hilux pickup truck today in Bangkok, Thailand, and Sydney, Australia. The new Hilux is updated all…
AAA Links an Overreliance on Driver-Assist Tech With Distracted Driving
As useful as advanced safety systems are for increasing driver awareness, sometimes they can do just the opposite. In fact, a new AAA study indicates a connection between long-term use…
Rumor: Corvette Stingray Could Go Electric by 2023
Is the Stingray going electric? The rumor mill says yes! Photo: Chevrolet While Chevrolet is best known for its performance cars and sturdy trucks, it’s also made a name for…
Great Car Moments in Film: ‘The Invisible Man’ (1933)
Can you spot the invisible man in this photo? He’s there. Trust me… Photo: Bogdan Stepniak via CC It goes without saying that cars and movies go together like chocolate…
