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Brighten Up Your Holiday Road Trip with These Family-Friendly Stories
Whether you are traveling over the river and through the woods to get to Grandmother’s house or just taking a well-paved highway across town, you won’t find a better companion…
BREAKING: Mark McGrath (AKA Sugar Ray): “I'm a Cadillac Guy”
Mark McGrath Photo: Justin Haguchi/Wikimedia Commons To the tune of Sugar Ray’s smash-hit single, “Every Morning”: Every morning there’s an XTS parked in the corner of Mark McGrath’s driveway It’s…
Bowtie Brand Goes Buck Rogers with Chevrolet-FNR Concept [PHOTOS]
The self-driving Chevrolet-FNR concept debuts at Auto Shanghai 2015 It’s hard to fathom why Chevrolet paid to feature a 2016 Volt in the upcoming sci-fi movie Tomorrowland if the automaker…
Best Exterior Colors Offered by Toyota
Which Toyota color is your favorite? Pictured: 2015 Toyota Auris We’re ready to help you cut through the unnecessarily complex array of shades and hues and names buyers must contend…
Bentley Designer: Lincoln Continental Concept Copies Flying Spur
Is the Continental Concept too Bentley-esque? Given the buzz surrounding the recently unveiled Lincoln Continental Concept, it’s fair to say that the rebirth of the classic nameplate has garnered its…
Behind-the-Scenes SPECTRE Video Shows Off New Bond Cars
James Bond fans have slowly been getting more and more info on the upcoming franchise entry, SPECTRE, which is set to be released November 6, 2015. There have been lots…
Barra Squashes Rumors Pertaining to FCA Merger
GM CEO Mary BarraPhoto: © General Motors Sergio Marchionne has not been shy in suggesting that he really wants to merge FCA with General Motors sometime before he steps away…
Barra: GM Expects More Growth in China Through 2019
Mary Barra at Auto Shanghai 2015 Photo: © General Motors General Motors CEO Mary Barra spoke with media in Shanghai during Auto Shanghai 2015, revealing that GM anticipates annual market…
2015 Malaysian Grand Prix Recap: Forza Ferrari!
Sebastian Vettel managed to get the edge over the Mercedes duo this time around Photo: Morio Welcome back to my F1 Recap series, where you get to read my totally…
Aston Martin Vulcan Makes North American Debut at New York Auto Show
Aston Martins are known for their incredible luxury and impeccable performance, but even the most refined automakers go off the deep end once in a while. Their latest creation is…
Archaeologists Uncover Earliest Complete Bronze Age Wheel in England
© Cambridge Archaeological Unit We at The News Wheel are delighted today to bring you some Wheel News. Archaeologists in England have uncovered a wooden wheel—hub included—that is around 3,000…
2014 Kia GT4 Stinger Concept Overview
Kia has arrived to the party and prepared to take on the sporty fun-to-drive segment with the 214 Kia GT4 Stinger concept vehicle introduced at the 2014 Detroit Auto Show.…
Honda FCV Concept Headed to DC for 2015 Washington Auto Show
The Honda FCV Concept, which will anchor the Japanese automaker’s booth at the 2015 Washington Auto Show Honda is awfully proud of its new FCV concept. First the automaker unveiled…
Another One Bites the Dust: Toyota Cuts Venza Crossover from Lineup
The 2015 Toyota Venza Toyota’s sales have been skyrocketing in recent months, but that won’t stop the Japanese automaker from cutting one of its vehicles in the supremely popular crossover…
An Essential Guide to Fast Food Drive-Thru Etiquette
Whatever you do, don’t do this. Seriously. It can be difficult to deal with the McAssholes of the drive-thru. Nothing’s worse than getting stuck behind a huge van that quite…
Android Users Can Finally Use Android Auto in ‘16 Buick LaCrosse and Regal
The Android Auto update couldn’t come soon enough for Android users Photo: © General Motors The last six months have been an exciting time for Buick enthusiasts, as the American…
KBB Names Ford Flex to Best Family Cars of 2014
The Ford Flex, one of KBB’s Best Family Cars of 2014 Kelly Blue Book (KBB.com) is a leading authority on all things automotive, so when they publish a list, people…
America is Finally Getting a Freaking Honda Civic Type R
The 2016 Honda Civic concept is damn good looking In what is either the best news of the week or the cruelest April Fool’s Day prank ever played, Honda announced…
Donald Sterling Fiasco: Clippers Lose CarMax, Kia, State Farm
Los Angeles Clippers Owner and noted racist Donald Sterling / (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) After audio surfaced this weekend and further proved that Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling…
5 Coolest Cars from Jim Chapman's Instagram
Celebrities love to share their cars on Instagram. In fact, sensations like Kevin Hart have partnered up with manufacturers time and time again to help promote new vehicle models. YouTuber Jim…
5th Season of GT Academy in Full Swing
Nissan and PlayStation entered into a highly successful collaboration a few years back when the pair dreamed up GT Academy, which allows video gamers to test their skills on virtual…
5 Karts from Mario Kart 8 That We Wish Were Real
Mario Kart has been an enormously successful video game franchise for Nintendo ever since the first title in the series, Super Mario Kart, hit the shelves in 1992. The saga…
3 Best Off-Road Parks in West Virginia
West Virginia is home to some of the most family-friendly and sizeable off-road parks in the country. We’ve chosen these three that offer the best experience whether you’re a beginner…
2019 Silverado's 3.0-Liter Duramax Diesel Will Be Built in Flint, GM Confirms
2019 Chevrolet Silverado Work Truck Update (1/17): Added quote from Flint Engine Operations Plant Manager John Urbanic General Motors did not let the speculation linger from long with regards to…
2018 Kia Rio Ranks as One of the 10 Best Vehicles for Hispanic Families
2018 Kia Rio The Hispanic Motor Press Foundation looked at the performance, safety features, value, style, capability, comfort, and overall driver satisfaction of more than 250 vehicles to determine which…
2018 Ford F-150 Named Motor Trend Truck of the Year
2018 Ford F-150 XLT SuperCrew 4×4 Following up the Ford Super Duty’s victory in 2017, the new 2018 Ford F-150 this week was named the winner of the 2018 Motor…
2016 Toyota Prius is Primed for Safety
The 2016 Toyota Prius and upcoming 2016 Toyota Prius Prime plug-in hybrid have earned top scores from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety…
2016 Mirai Coming in October, Available at Eight California Dealerships
Toyota Mirai Fuel Cell Vehicle It has long been known Toyota’s groundbreaking hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle would be arriving sometime near the end of 2015 and exclusively in California. Today, Toyota…
2016 Lexus LX 570 Photos Leaked by Japanese Publication
2016 Lexus LX570 leaked by Best Car This is one of the first images of the 2016 Lexus LX570, as leaked from popular Kodansha auto magazine, Best Car. The text…
2016 Lexus ES Bows at Auto Shanghai
The 2016 Lexus ES debuted in Shanghai Last week, Toyota’s luxury arm pulled back the curtains on the 2016 Lexus ES, which made its world debut at Auto Shanghai 2015…
2016 Kia Sorento Earns 5-Star Safety Rating
The all-new 2016 Kia Sorento (right) sits next to the outgoing 2015 model (left) Hot off the Sedona’s 5-star safety rating, Kia Motors America has announced that the all-new 2016…
2016 Kia Optima Brings Rich Merlot and Dark Aubergine to NYC
The 2016 Kia Optima SXL The 2016 Kia Optima officially debuted today at the New York International Auto Show, although we had already gotten a look at it last week,…
If a Facebook Post Offers You an $18/HR Ford Job, Ignore It
Artist’s rendition of the original post If someone in your Facebook feed has posted something allegedly touting Ford Motor Company hiring for positions starting at $18 an hour and providing…
2016 Kia Optima Ain’t Looking So Hot, After All
Your first official look at the 2016 Kia Optima SX The first mildly disappointing photograph (above) of the 2016 Kia Optima has officially been released, in advance of the redesigned…
2016 Ford F-150 Wins PickupTrucks.com Fuel Economy Challenge
The 2016 Ford F-150, powered by the 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 engine, was victorious in the PickupTrucks.com Texas Truck Showdown Max MPG fuel economy challenge. An F-150 XLT SuperCab defeated the…
Hyundai’s First Indian Car, the Santro, Officially Retires
It’s time to say goodbye to one automaker’s historic model. Hyundai confirmed again this week that the first vehicle it introduced to the Indian market has been retired. Sixteen years…
Hyundai Becomes Partner for Nashville Sounds' 2015 Baseball Season
Nashville Sounds AAA baseball team welcomes Hyundai as an official partner Photo: Wikimedia via CC The Nashville Sounds, a AAA-class baseball team from the Music City, has been undergoing a…
Innovative Hyundai Motorstudio Branding Wins Three iF Design Awards
For over 60 years, the iF International Forum Design has been recognizing the best branding and design achievements across the globe. After judging almost 5,000 entries from 53 countries, the…
2016 Dodge Viper ACR Price Announced, Orders Opened
The 2016 Dodge Viper ACR Today is a big day for Viper enthusiasts. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) has released its 2016 Dodge Viper ACR price info and has officially opened…
2016 Daytona 500 Posts Historic Finish
The motorsport season has barely started, and it’s already a nail-biter. First, during the Rolex 24 at Daytona, there was a photo finish less than a second apart. Now, one…
2016 Chevrolet Tahoe Overview
The 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe is a full-size SUV with a plethora of entertainment options, a powerful V8 engine, and 121.1 cubic feet of available cargo space. The base model 2016 Tahoe…
How to Find the Best Car Loan
Photo: Pictures of Money Price is not the only thing to consider when you decide to purchase a car. You should also consider the length of the loan, monthly payments,…
How the 2015 Chevy Silverado Cuts Collision Repair Complexity
The 2015 Chevy Silverado Custom General Motors is touting the crashworthiness of the 2015 Chevy Silverado, a pickup truck that they say has been expertly designed to save drivers time…
2015 Toyota Sienna Named Family Car and Minivan of Texas
Every year, the Texas Automotive Writers Association (TAWA) holds its Auto Roundup event to determine which vehicles it recommends most in varying categories. This year, the 2015 Toyota Sienna was…
Honda Wants Partners to Tackle EV Future, Not Tie-Ups
Honda CEO Takahiro Hachigo says the company will not adopt a common strategy among other car brands for tackling the rapidly approaching era of change in the auto industry. “We…
2015 Scion xB Overview
The Scion xB is a unique-looking compact vehicle that could be described as a hatchback, wagon, or small van. Its interior space makes it an ideal choice for families or…
2015 Ram 3500 Heavy Duty Earns The Fast Lane Truck’s Gold Hitch Award
2015 Ram 3500 Heavy Duty earns The Fast Lane Truck’s Gold Hitch Award Yesterday, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) announced that The Fast Lane Truck (TFLtruck) named the 2015 Ram 3500…
2015 Nissan Sentra Overview
Looking for an affordable sedan that is easy on the fuel and works to keep your family safe? Consider the 2015 Nissan Sentra when making your purchasing decision. Vehicle Research:…
Honda to Use Facebook to Reach Owners with Defective Takata Airbags
Dozens of manufacturers are currently scrambling to reach out to owners and encourage them to get their Takata airbag inflators repaired. Yesterday, Honda announced a new set of initiatives to…
2015 Nissan Pathfinder Overview
Looking for a new set of wheels for your family? Safety, affordability, and efficiency are top reasons to consider the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder. First Delivery: Check out the first 2016…