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Toyota Posts Record Profits in 2013 Fiscal Year
The 2014 Camry helped bag Toyota more than 10 million sales in 2013 2013 might have been over and done with for a while, but in Toyota’s world, the fiscal…
Mitsubishi Profits Bounce Back After Scandal
Mitsubishi Motors has reported earlier this week a four-fold jump in operating profit for the first quarter of the 2017 fiscal year, marking the first true signs of resurgence since…
Toyota Sales Same as Always in October
Toyota Motor North America is reporting October 2018 sales of 191,102 units, representing a 1.4 percent increase over October 2017 on a volume basis and down 2.5 percent on a…
Toyota Light Trucks Set May Sales Record
Toyota’s vehicle sales in North America were as could have been predicted: sedans were down, SUVs and trucks were up, and sales were down overall now that the industry is…
Mitsubishi's Overall Sales for 2013 Leap Nearly 8%
Mitsubishi’s Overall Sales for 2013 Leap 8% with the help of the Outlander Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) reported that it ended 2013 with December year-over-year sales up 56.2 percent…
Fred Diaz to Take Over As Mitsubishi Motors North America's New President and CEO
Photo: Mitsubishi Mitsubishi has had a successful year, with some of its best sales numbers rounding out 2017. In addition to their increased sales, hitting their yearly milestone of 100,000…
All-New 2019 Toyota RAV4 is Looking Sharp
The Toyota RAV4 is on a mission. When it first launched 22 years ago, the compact crossover had many people scratching their heads about its place in the industry. Today,…
U.S. Shortage of Truck Drivers Creates Job Opportunities
Modern commerce relies heavily on the trucking industry to transport products across the nation. It’s hard to imagine life without this convenient service. In fact, the trucking industry moves over…
Mitsubishi Is First in J.D. Power 2019 Indonesia CSI Study
XPANDER CROSS Photo: Mitsubishi Motors Mitsubishi Motors Krama Yudha Sales Indonesia, a sales and marketing subsidiary of Mitsubishi, earned the number one spot of two major studies. It received the…
Mitsubishi to Increase Production of the Mitsubishi Xpander
One of Mitsubishi’s newest SUVs is already receiving a production boost Photo: Mitsubishi U.S. drivers probably haven’t heard of the Mitsubishi Xpander model. However, it is easily Mitsubishi’s most popular…
Things to Know Before Purchasing A Car
Do you want to buy a new or used car but don’t know where to start? Maybe you’re extremely busy or not sure what you exactly need. The truth is,…
Safety, Convenience, and Infotainment Tech Necessary in Your Next Vehicle
Vehicles have come a long way. Innovative technology, safety features, and convenient amenities abound in new models, and after seeing what is possible, it’s easy to fall into the trap…
When is the Best Time of Year to Buy a Car from Hyundai?
Buying a car can be nerve-racking, not just for the sales negotiation experience, but for the sheer magnitude of such a purchase. You want to be sure you’re buying the right…
4 Breathtaking Scenic Drives in Louisiana
Bayous are just one of the geographical gems that you’ll find when exploring Louisiana’s scenic routes Photo: Rene Rauschenberger via Pixabay Take to the road to soak up some of…
Here’s What It Takes to Do Burnouts and Donuts in the Market’s Smallest EV
Behold, the smart ForTwo Electric, the smallest and cheapest of the mainstream market’s electric vehicles. It’s that little thing in the middle, there When it rolls out of the factory,…
Toyota Named to Fortune Magazine's Change the World List
Toyota has been named to Fortune magazine’s Change the World list for its efforts to bring mobility to all in a way that goes beyond building automobiles. The list is…
Subaru Unveils WRX and WRX STI Series.White Editions
The limited WRX and WRX STI Series.White Photo: Subaru In the wake of last month’s announcement that Subaru would only be producing 209 models of the groundbreaking WRX STI S209,…
Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Rumored to Post 7:51 Nürburgring Track Time
It’s rumored that the 2016 Challenger SRT Hellcat achieved a Nurburgring track time of 7 minutes 51.51 seconds When it comes to speed, there are few racetracks that put cars…
If You're Close Enough to Read This: The History of the Bumper Sticker
With all the hate on bumper stickers, it’s nice to see some love Photo: mmarchin via Flickr/cc People love to personalize their cars so that passing strangers can gain a…
Hyundai Introduces New Interactive Billboard to Times Square
Mr. Brilliant sits in his digital apartment above Times Square. Photo: Hyundai Media Always a company to utilize unique and artistic advertising methods (if not always successful), Hyundai has released their latest…
Maine Didn't Pass the Pet Safety Law but Did Increase Public Awareness
Leave your pet at home, when possible, to help keep them safe and happy on car rides Legislation involving in-vehicle pet safety still has a long way to go in…
1951 Chevy Pickup and Its Owners Are Driving From Argentina to Alaska
What are your travel goals for 2020? Let us know in the comments below. One Brazilian couple is putting the average person’s 2020 road trip goals to shame. They’re driving…
World Cup of Cars
Welcome to our series, the World Cup of Cars. In this series of articles, we take a look at some of the most popular vehicles from each country competing in…
World Cup of Cars: Cameroon vs. Brazil
Tonight’s World Cup matchup pits host country Brazil against Cameroon; Brazil will be looking to get back to their winning ways after drawing against Mexico, and Cameroon is just looking…
World Champion Nico Rosberg Announces Surprise Retirement from Formula 1
The Formula 1 off-season has barely begun and is already getting very interesting. Nico Rosberg, who just won the Formula 1 World Championship less than a week ago at the…
Honda Teams With Kyoto University Graduate School of Informatics to Study Artificial Intelligence
The Honda NeuV concept, an EV with an artificial intelligence (AI) “emotion engine” The Honda Research Institute Japan Company, a subsidiary of Honda R&D, announced today that it has teamed…
Woodchucks Destroyed Paul Ryan's Chevy Suburban
Photo: Gage Skidmore While its common for rodents like mice, rats, and squirrels to chew on engine wiring, it’s less common to hear about woodchucks chowing down on this vehicular…
Woman Sees Spider, Jumps From Moving Car
KILL IT WITH FIRE Spider: Philip N. Cohen Spiders always seem to have a way of surprising us when we least expect it. Even if you’re not particularly afraid of…
Woman in China Gets Pulled Over While Driving a Bumper Car Home from Work
Photo: CGTN (YouTube) Bumper cars are a tried-and-true favorite at nearly every amusement park. Not only are they a perfect thrill for those avoiding the tall roller coasters, but they’re…
Woe Upon This Day, for the Darkness Has Struck a Blow Upon the People of the World
Look! Out there, in the street! It is a mob of people, wandering aimlessly, rending their garments and tearing their hair from their heads. On the wind you hear the…
With 2019 GMC Sierra Denali Leading the Way, Carbon Fiber Pickup Beds Could Quickly Hit the Mainstream
The 2019 GMC Sierra Denali will include an industry-first carbon fiber bed The 2019 GMC Sierra Denali is the first pickup to be built with a carbon fiber bed. Thanks…
William F. Bertagni Announced as President of PATAC and GM China VP of Vehicle Engineering
Today GM announced that William F. Bertagni has been appointed president of the Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center (PATAC), as well as GM China vice president of Vehicle Engineering, effective…
Will the Toyota-BMW Sports Car Go Into Production?
The 1995 Toyota Supra SE For a while now, we have been covering the rather unusual partnership between German luxury automaker BMW and Japanese carmaker Toyota. The two joined forces…
Will The Next BMW i Series Vehicle Be An SUV?
Here at The News Wheel, several of us love the BMW i Series for its commitment to EV technology and, quite frankly, because these are some pretty stylish cars, electric…
Will the Chevy Colorado Enlist With the Army?
Chevrolet is a very proud American brand, and it looks like the Chevrolet Colorado could be going through its paces to enlist in the armed forces. General Motors will spend…
Will Power Wins Indy 500 but Alex Rossi Steals the Spotlight
Will Power has finally won the Indy 500, the one major trophy that had eluded him throughout his otherwise illustrious IndyCar career, which includes more than 30 victories, 40 pole…
Will Nissan and BMW Join Formula E?
One of these men has an Oscar at home When one thinks of electric car manufacturers, Nissan and BMW are normally at the top of the list with their respective…
Will Hyundai Hank Return with the 2016 Sonata?
It’s been over a month since Hyundai Hank’s latest adventure was shared on #HyundaiHank Vine and Twitter, and we’re wondering when we’ll see the little guy again. The endearing brown-haired action…
Will All Self-Driving Cars React to Police This Way?
As self-driving cars advance in sophistication, a lot of questions come up. Foremost in the public’s mind is undoubtedly worst-case scenarios like those in the Moral Machine experiment. However, there…
Why You Won't Be Able to Buy This Formula 1-Based Mercedes-AMG Supercar
You’ll probably never step foot in the same room as this Mercedes hypercar Most vehicles are affordably-priced, practical transportation machines made for the average consumer that sometimes sport extra style…
Why New Cars Smell Like They Do
2017 Dodge Journey Love or hate it, there’s no mistaking the smell of a new car. It’s hard to put the aroma into words, and although it doesn’t last forever,…
Honda Wins Dakar 2020, Ending 31-Year Drought
Photo: Honda Dakar 2020 was a momentous event for both Ricky Brabec and Honda. In the motorcycle class, Ricky Brabec became the first person from North America to win any…
Toyota Teases Off-Road Vehicles Ahead of Chicago
Photo: Toyota A Toyota teaser is hinting at new off-road vehicles ahead of the Chicago Auto Show with a picture of a Tacoma pickup truck kicking up dirt. “The forecast…
Chevy Releases C8 Corvette Fuel Economy Specs
C8 Corvette Stingray Photo: Chevrolet Chevy has finally announced fuel economy specs for the C8 Corvette Stingray. (Let the ‘Vette fans rejoice!) Owner Perks: Reasons to go with a Chevy…
You'll Need a Car to Visit These 5 State Capitals
While some capitals are more easily traversable by bus or train, these five are better suited to car transportation Photo: Bruce Mars Travel-related bucket lists come in all shapes and…
Police Rescue Thief Who Locked Himself Inside a Ford Focus
Some thieves fall short of their heist goals…like one from the U.K. that got locked in a car A wannabe thief in the U.K. lost his focus last weekend when…
2020 World's Fair Hoping to Attract a Detroit-Based Automaker as a Sponsor
American automakers once had a significant presence at the World’s Fair. Could this soon be true once again? Photo: Anthony Conti The automotive industry shares a long and celebrated history…
Simple Steps to Care for Your Car on a Low Budget
This article is sponsored by Ikano Bank. You can still take care of your car with little to no money Photo: CheapFullCoverageAutoInsurance.com Purchasing a car is one of the biggest…
Indiana Considers Passing a Hands-Free Driving Law
Distracted driving might soon be a primary offense in Indiana Photo: Hershel Venkat Talluri Indiana is cracking down on distracted driving with some new legislation this year. Learn more about…
Tips for Boosting Your Rideshare Earnings
It’s easy to be a great rideshare driver when you apply these simple strategies. Photo: Pkg203 Whether you’re new to being a rideshare driver or have had this gig for…
