The News Wheel editorial team

The News Wheel editorial team


Buick Makes Connecting Easy With OnStar 4G LTE

The Buick LaCrosse will soon be offered with OnStar 4G LTE Buick is taking drivers across the country a step into the future with the introduction of OnStar 4G LTE…

US News Praises Hyundai Kona Electric and Ioniq Hybrid

The 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric Photo: Hyundai The Kona Electric and Ioniq Hybrid are two of Hyundai’s most eco-friendly models — and both were recently honored in U.S. News &…

Lexus Canada Introduces the Takumi Cat Challenge

Photo: Lexus The connection between the art of paper folding and luxury cars may not be obvious — unless you’re one of the skilled craftspeople at the Lexus plant in…

Infographic: J.D. Power 2017 U.S. Initial Quality Study

If you’re considering a new car purchase, there are many factors to take into account. Before deciding on the make and model you want, you need to figure out your…

2019 Volkswagen Golf Family Makes Car and Driver 10Best List

2019 Golf GTI Rabbit Edition Imagine being good enough at something that you get an award for it 13 years in a row. The 2019 Volkswagen Golf lineup secured a…

You searched for flying car

It turns out that GM is (once again) considering developing a flying car. Earlier this week, GM CEO Mary Barra briefly alluded to the company’s interest in “aerial mobility.” She…

Ever Wondered What 'Final Destination' Would Look Like in Real Life?

You know that awful feeling you get when you see a baseball flying through the air, and suddenly you just know, just know, that it is going to hit you…

Autonomous Car Kit Maker Cancels Product Under NHTSA Scrutiny

Photo: Comma.ai A while ago, a man named George Hotz became famous for being the first to be able to hack into an iPhone, then moving on to breaking into…

Celebrating ‘Full House’ 30 Years Later: The Coolest Cars from the Show

“Everywhere you look, everywhere you go, there’s a heart (there’s a heart), a hand to hold ontoooooo…” Everyone loves a good dose of nostalgia to take them back to the…

Ford Tops Goal in United Way for Southeastern Michigan Campaign

Ford COO and United Way Chair Mark Fields Ford Motor Company has a long-time standing relationship with United Way for Southeastern Michigan, having raised more for their foundation than any…

Holden Commercial Embrace Chevy Style… For Better or Worse

If you live in the United States and watch TV or occasionally browse YouTube for interesting ads, you’ve probably come across one of Chevrolet’s polarizing “Real People Not Actors” commercials.…

2015 Ford Mustang Technology is Smarter Than Ever Before

The 2015 Ford Mustang is one smart cookie. Most people know the Ford Mustang for its muscle, attitude, and 50-year heritage. It’s known for having a lot of power under…

Share Chevrolet’s Holiday Message on Social Media to Benefit United Way

Share Chevrolet’s holiday message on social media for United Way. Today, Chevrolet released a special holiday message via social media (the big two—Facebook and Twitter). For every share or retweet…

The 2015 Toyota Yaris Has One Windshield Wiper

The Yaris is a quirky little car. It makes people want to sing. It’s small, yet it can fit more stuff than you’d think it would. And, oddly enough, it…

NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal Drives a Lifted Ford F-250 Pickup

Retired NBA basketball player Shaquille O’Neal used to star in Buick commercials, but now he’s switched over to the Ford brand Photo: © PBS NewsHour While Shaquille O’Neal currently works…

First Pigs, Then Sharks, Now Cows: Truck Carrying 120 Cows Crashes on Highway

A semi-truck carrying 120 cows overturned on the interstate today A bizarre string of car accidents involving vehicles carrying animals has ripped across the nation this week. First it was…

This 1980s Buick Promo Video is Exceptional

The 1980s. It was a time of hope. A time of optimism. A time of very bad choices. One not-particularly-great ‘80s choice was that of Buick to have its dealerships…

Exit the Highway this Summer and Explore the Scenic Route

We all know that one of Toyota’s missions is to create a better and more sustainable environment.  For the past several years, this initiative has centered on creating fuel alternative…

2014 Ford C-MAX Energi Overview

  2014 Ford C-MAX Energi Exterior Built on a Ford Focus platform, the 2014 C-Max Energi has a similar look to the popular hatchback with a bit more height, making…

2014 Corvette Stingray Convertible Overview

The 2014 Stingray Convertible is just another available body option for the 2014 Chevy Corvette Stingray. 2014 Corvette Stingray Convertible Exterior There isn’t much exterior difference between the Stingray Coupe…

2015 Chevy Tahoe Technology Aims to Thwart Theft

2015 Chevy Tahoe technology Full-size SUVs are ideal targets for car theft. Most thieves will chop a car. The large tires on SUVs can be especially valuable, and SUVs have…

2014 BMW M5 Overview

For the 2014 model year, the BMW M5 now has an optional Competition package, which bumps the horsepower up by 15, uses a different exhaust system, and has unique 20-inch…

$20 Unlimited Data Plan Coming to Buick Vehicles in Time for March Madness

Buick’s new unlimited prepaid data plan will be available throughout the company’s entire 2017 model lineup Photo: © General Motors Whether you’re a fan of the North Carolina Tar Heels…

2013 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Overview

There’s some new standard equipment for the 2013 Highlander Hybrid, including an Entune-enabled version of Toyota’s Display Audio infotainment system. The Leather Premium package also includes more content than before.…

First-Ever Camaro Z-28 Restored In California

Jon Mello and the Chevy Camaro Z-28 Photo: Len Wood of the Lompoc Record It’s a story that all car collectors dream about. Man finds a beat-up old car, discovers…

October Mercedes Sales See Highest Volume in 2014

2015 Mercedes-Benz C400 4MATIC Mercedes-Benz has been on a roll throughout 2014, but it appears that the best could be yet to come. October Mercedes sales were the highest that…

Ohio Says You Can't Wear a Pasta Colander in Your Driver's License Photo

If you live in Ohio and need to renew your driver’s license soon, you may want to err on the conservative side when picking out an outfit for your ID…

What Does Dieselgate Mean for Electric Vehicles?

Among concerns that have come up as a result of Volkswagen’s emissions-test-cheating software—what will happen to VW? Will there be charges? What will happen with the cars already sold?—one additional…

2016 Chevy Silverado Named Best New Pickup by AJAC

2016 Chevrolet SIlverado Photo: © General Motors The Automotive Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) has named the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 “Best New Pickup,” honoring the truck’s sharp design and…

Road Trip Tips for Retirees

Retirement definitely has its perks, especially when it comes to road trips. With no work constraints, retirees can hit the open road at any time. If you’re a retiree ready…

Mercedes-Benz July Sales Up 15 Percent, smart Has Best Month Ever

2014 E350 4MATIC Coupe July was a good month for all brands under the Mercedes-Benz umbrella: the Mercedes-Benz brand itself pulled down its best July sales mark ever with 27,192…

You searched for dodge viper

Early last week, rumors emerged of a new generation of Dodge Viper vehicles. For automotive enthusiasts, this news sounded too good to be true. Evidently, that is exactly the case.…

1955 Lincoln Indianapolis Concept Blows Our Minds, to Be Auctioned Off

1955 Lincoln Indianapolis Concept Photo courtesy of RM Auctions Lincoln is known for manufacturing some of the most luxurious vehicles on the market today, but it might just be an…

messy car clutter junk piles

messy car clutter junk piles 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…

General Motors Adds 3,500 EV Charging Plugs to Facilities in US and Canada

2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier Employees of General Motors will stress less over finding a charging station for their electric vehicles at work. Thanks to the addition of 3,500 new…

Toyota wins 2018 Le Mans

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing. Le Mans 24 Hours Race, 11th to 17th June 2018 Circuit de la Sarthe, Le Mans, France. The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers…

Ford to Recall 4,000 Super Duty F-Series Trucks Due to Software Malfunction

Ford to Recall 4,000 Super Duty F-Series Trucks Earlier this week, Ford Motor Co. announced it was recalling around 4,000 Super Duty F-Series trucks due to an issue with the…

Insurance Companies Prepare for Autonomous Vehicles

In an interview with Bloomberg Businessweek, Allstate CEO Tom Wilson discussed how the company is preparing for the advent of self-driving cars, since the company could stand to lose quite…

Marchionne Promises New Ferrari Annually Through 2018

The Ferrari 458 Spider. Pretty. At the tail-end of today’s enlightening Fiat-Chrysler press conference in Auburn Hills came a delicious little nugget about one of the world’s most well-known brands.…

Buick’s September Sales Led by Encore, Enclave

The 2015 Buick Encore saw tremendous sales growth in September, just after coming off a hot August. ©GM Buick’s September sales were up 6% (retail) and 12% (total) over last…

Iggy Azalea to Be in Fast & Furious 7

Iggy Azalea Will Be In the Next Fast & Furious Film While promoting the upcoming Guardians of the Galaxy film in which he plays a tree, plant-like action star Vin…

Following Ford Ranger Improvements, Will We See a New Mazda BT-50?

There’s been a worldwide push for small vehicles, which includes mid-size pickup trucks (as evidenced by the success of the Chevy Colorado). In response to this trend, Ford plans to…

Latest Toyota Recall Affects 1.67 Million Vehicles Worldwide

It seems like just yesterday that we covered our last Toyota recall. Oh, wait. It was just yesterday. But, moving on, the latest Toyota recall concerns a whopping 1.67 million…

2014 Infiniti Q50 Hybrid Overview

2014 Infiniti Q50 Hybrid Exterior A modern double-waved hood and sculpted body show that Infiniti isn’t messing around when it comes to making the Q50 Hybrid one of the top…

Chris Castor of ‘Buy My Volvo’ Returns With #LOLVO

Remember the #buymyvolvo YouTube video wherein Christoffer Castor made an inspired plea for someone/anyone to buy his 1993 Volvo 245GL by highlighting aspects like its spinsie-winsies, oblong chrome nipple with…

Honda Civic Coupe History

Honda Civic Coupe History The Honda Civic Coupe was introduced in 1972, at the same time as the regular four-door sedan, as an alternative option for those consumers looking for…

Possible Sonic EV May Boast 200 Mile Range

Possible Sonic EV May Boast 200 Mile Range Pictured: The 2015 Chevrolet Sonic hatchback ©GM LG Chem, the battery supplier for the Chevy Volt, recently announced that it would be…

PMMC and KMA Forge Partnership; Kia Donates Custom Soul to Cause

Kia Motors America (KMA) was added today as a partner of the non-profit organization Pacific Marine Mammal Center (PMMC), which is committed to the causes of animal welfare and ocean…

Italy Introduces Traffic Curbs to Help Reduce Air Pollution

Italy is progressing towards a cleaner environment for residents, especially in densely-populated cities where smog is most prevalent. Photo: Vaughan Leiberum Italy has introduced traffic curbs to help combat a…

Parma Metal Center Sees $14 Million GM Investment

Parma Metal Center, Northeast Ohio Parma Metal Center in Northeast Ohio will soon see a whole lot of change, thanks to a $14 million General Motors investment. Last week, GM…