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In February, CBS charged a record $5.25 million for a 30-second commercial during Super Bowl LII. Brands like Pepsi, M&M’s, Bud Light, and Amazon all spent ungodly amounts of money…
2015 SRT Hellcat is the Most Powerful Challenger Ever
The auto industry is full of superlatives, so it takes quite a bit for something to make your ears prick up. Say, for example, someone starts throwing around the phrase…
Nine Win 2018 Ford Conservation and Environmental Grants
Ford Motor Company announced nine winners who will split a total of $101,500 in 2018 Ford Conservation and Environmental Grants. This year’s field consists of teams representing five Middle Eastern…
2013 Ford Fiesta Overview
2013 Ford Fiesta The 2013 Ford Fiesta comes with a restructured options sheet to give buyers an easier time getting exactly what they want or need. 2013 Ford Fiesta Exterior…
2015 Acura TLX Configurator: Configurate to Your Heart's Content
Are you ready to configurate? Because it’s time to configurate. What are we configurating, you ask? Why, we’re diving into the 2015 Acura TLX configurator, wherefrom we will do all…
Jesse Lazare Dominates Nissan Micra Cup Racing in Mississauga
The Nissan Micra Cup is still running strong up in Canada, with this past weekend seeing racers take to the track at Circuit Mont-Tremblant. The field ran two races, and…
The Nissan Micra Cup Celebrates its 60th race at the Grand Prix de Trois-Rivieres.
Nissan Micras on the track in Quebec Photo: Nissan Even though the ARX Rallycross events at the Grand Prix de Trois-Rivieres in Quebec concluded earlier this week, the track shows…
Halloween Drive-Thru Events in Ohio
Photo: Lothar Dieterich With social distancing restrictions still in place, Halloween will look a bit different this year. Don’t let global events put a damper on your holiday spirit, though.…
Nissan Canton plant celebrates 15 years
Nissan Canton plant celebrates 15 years The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers with a fresh perspective on the latest car news. We’re located in the heart…
2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Has 47-Mile Electric Range
Photo: Honda The 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid is now available at dealerships across the United States with a starting MSRP of $33,400 and an all-electric driving range of 47…
2014 Scion iQ Among 5 Best All-Around Performers Named by ASG
After measuring the worth of every mini-compact car on the market for the 2014 model year, the Automotive Science Group (ASG) whittled all potential contenders down to a list of…
5 Car Museums in Texas
Photo: Falkenpost Like many states, Texas is home to several car museums well worth checking out. From large collections to small, here are five car museums in Texas to visit.…
Lexus Reliability Proven Yet Again with Latest Consumer Reports Study
2016 Lexus CT, contributing to Lexus’ reliability One of the biggest purchases you’ll make in your life is the car you drive. With as much money as you’re investing in…
China-Buick-Enclave
Buick Enclave China The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers with a fresh perspective on the latest car news. We’re located in the heart of America (Dayton,…
Airless Tires to Be Introduced at 2020 Summer Olympics
Standard tire Photo: The News Wheel Bridgestone has announced plans to be the first tire maker to offer airless tires for commercial vehicles. While there’s still some time until a…
Toyota Sales Down in May, But SUVs Continue Winning Streak
The RAV4 is a hot seller for Toyota Toyota hasn’t had the best luck this year. Back in April, a magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Kumamoto and Oita Prefectures in Japan,…
2019 Subaru Forester Gains Minor Price Bump, Major Tech Gains
Subaru has announced that the upcoming 2019 Forester SUV will start at $24,295 (excluding destination costs), representing only a $500 increase over last year’s model — a minor sum for…
Ford Engineers ‘Waiting for a Solution’ for New Focus RS
The previous-generation Ford Focus RS Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford really wants the Ford Focus RS to continue on in some new form or fashion — as do most performance…
New 2014 Chevy Impala Adaptive Cruise Control – The News Wheel Blog
The Chevrolet Impala has been completely redesigned for the 2014 model year, and will offer a technology never before seen in Chevy vehicle. The 2014 Chevy Impala adaptive cruise control,…
Stop What You're Doing, Watch Barely Legal Pawn Right Now
Jesse and Mr. White are together again for the Barely Legal Pawn short Audi returns this year to the leading role of Official Automotive Sponsor for the 66th Emmy Awards, which…
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What’s New for the 2015 Ford Focus? The 2015 Ford Focus gets a few styling tweaks on the exterior and interior as well as a new SE Sport Package. 2015…
Chrysler Responds to Reports of Vipers Being Destroyed
Rare Viper set for destruction. Photo credit: Twitter user @IamPrinceKenzie Very recently, Chrysler ordered the destruction of several Vipers used for educational purposes at various trade schools. It is typical…
Kia Optima History
Kia Optima History When the Kia Optima was first introduced in 2000, it didn’t make much of a splash. As the years progressed, however, the first nondescript mid-size sedan saw…
Nissan NV200 Taxi: A Hit with NYC Taxi Veteran
Like the majority of taxi drivers in large cities, Demetrios Rizos drove a Crown Victoria for years, but when it came time to upgrade, he had a big decision to…
GM Files Trademark Application for “Active Tow”
GM Authority is on fire lately, spotting the latest GM trademark applications. Most recently, the gurus over there landed on an application for “High Desert.” We wondered briefly what the…
Mustang Sales Surpass 2014 Total in August, Right-Hand-Drive Model Production Underway
Ford revealed its next-generation 2015 Mustang in December 2013, and it was immediately clear that the automaker had a huge hit on its hands. A year-and-a-half after the reveal, Ford…
Nissan Uses 3D Objects to Inspire Vehicle Designers
To help the creative teams at Nissan stay focused on the core aesthetic behind their projects, designers often employ various three dimensional objects from which to draw inspiration. These objects…
Ford Celebrates 700th Quick Lane Tire and Auto Center
Ford Celebrates 700th Quick Lane Tire and Auto Center Ford Motor Company has reason to celebrate after opening its 700th Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center location in Texas, meaning…
Honda Accord Plug-In History
Honda Accord Plug-In History The Honda Accord recently entered its ninth generation of production, revealing a more sculpted exterior. For 2014, Honda added the Accord Plug-In to the diverse Accord…
Lexus Anti-EV Ad: Folks Are Too Dumb to Download Apps
When it comes to electric vehicles, Lexus is what one might deem a “hater.” Back in May, Lexus was forced to apologize for and remove a serious of videos that…
Man Distracted by Peanuts Causes Crash, Mr. Peanut Still At Large
It’s always tragic when a celebrity goes off the rails and shows their dark side. On June 9th, one celebrity was responsible for a three-car crash in Albion, New York,…
2013 Volkswagen Beetle Overview
The 2013 Volkswagen Beetle The 2013 Volkswagen Beetle lineup gets some new additions including an optional turbocharged diesel engine, a soft-top convertible version of the Beetle, and a special Fender-signature…
The Car Book Names 2014 Dodge Dart a ‘Best Bet’
Just recently, The Car Book named the 2014 Dodge Dart a “Best Bet” in the compact car category. This marks the second year in a row that the Dart has…
Ron Fellows Performance Driving School Partners with Corvette Museum
The Ron Fellows Performance Driving School has parnered with the National Corvette Museum. At last week’s National Corvette Museum 20th anniversary celebration, Ron Fellows Performance Driving School at Spring Mountain…
Chevy Volt Owners Address What They Want for 2016 Model
The 2014 Chevy Volt We’ll be getting a whole new generation of the Chevy Volt in 2016, and already Chevy Volt owners are telling General Motors what changes they would…
Legendary Corvette Racecar Driver Dick Guldstrand Passes Away at 88
Mr. Guldstrand was inducted into the National Corvette Museum’s Hall of Fame in 1999 Photo: 360 Forged Nicknamed “Mr. Corvette” because of his contributions to Chevy’s early racing success, Dick Guldstrand…
NFL Star Mike Vick Said He Never Owned Custom Hummer Put Up for Auction on eBay
If the blue trim was replaced with black it would match Vick’s new team colors NFL quarterback Mike Vick made news this week for signing a one-year contract to play…
Disney’s Muppets and Toyota Team Up for Ride to Super Bowl
Disney’s Muppets and Toyota are teaming up for one awesome ride to Super Bowl XLVIII. Toyota is teaming up with Disney’s Muppets to promote the launch of the all-new 2014…
2013 Honda CR-Z Overview
The 2013 Honda CR-Z gets a new lithium-ion battery pack, refreshed front-end styling, and more standard features. Honda Owner Resources: Honda Owner Link 2013 Honda CR-Z Exterior Conventional hybrid cars…
GM Volunteers Number 3,700 for Life Remodeled Project
Photo: © General Motors General Motors is pitching in on efforts to beautify Osborn, Michigan this week with the help of 3,700 of its finest volunteers. GM will be bringing…
Subaru October Sales Break Company Records
The 2015 Subaru Outback, which helped power last month’s record-setting Subaru October sales Subaru of America had a pretty good October this year. In fact, it was their best ever,…
Scottish Master Perfumer Tapped to Create Nissan’s Future Scent
What does the future smell like? Well, that all depends on how far into the future you are projecting. If you’re wondering what the future smells like, say, tomorrow morning,…
Chrysler Opens New Tipton Plant, Creates 850 Jobs
Chrysler opens new Tipton plant, creating 850 jobs. Today Chrysler Group LLC will cut the ribbon of the all-new transmission plant in Tipton, Indiana. Sergio Marchionne, Chairman and CEO, will…
Chevy Debuts ‘Strong’ Silverado Commercial
It was no coincidence that Chevy chose Independence Day to debut its new commercial to promote the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado. After all, there is nothing more American than a pickup…
Bold, Old Mitsubishi Concept Yawns at LA Auto Show
Oh, yay, a thing that you’ll never actually make. MMNA Executive Vice President Don Swearingen says that he brought the Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV to the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show this…
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woman driving car convertible healthy happy smiling driver The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers with a fresh perspective on the latest car news. We’re located in…
2020 Chinese Buick Enclave Avenir
2020 Chinese Buick Enclave Avenir The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers with a fresh perspective on the latest car news. We’re located in the heart of…
Chrysler 300 SRT Will Be Discontinued in North America
The Chrysler 300 SRT will be discontinued here in North America. Though Chrysler has announced nothing itself, Automotive News is currently reporting that the Chrysler 300 SRT will be discontinued…
Introducing a New Ford Genuine and Motorcraft Warranty
When getting new service parts for your vehicle, it’s important to know that if something goes wrong, there’s an easy way to get it fixed without any additional stress. In…
Men Sue Peter Max for $1 Million in Corvette Lawsuit
The Peter Max VH1 Corvettes Photo: NYT Remember back in October when we reported about the famous Peter Max VH1 Corvettes being restored and auctioned off? In case you don’t…
