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Wards Names Nissan Altima’s 2.0-liter VC-Turbo to Top 10 List for 2020
2019 Nissan Altima Photo: Nissan The power derived from the 2.0-liter VC-Turbo™ engine in the Nissan Altima delivers intensity and fuel efficiency, and a top 10 rating from the editors…
Israeli Start-Up Introduces Self-Healing Car Software
Just a year ago, we reported how certain scientists were experimenting with self-healing asphalt. Now, the industry is turning its attention to self-healing auto tech. Meet Aurora Labs, an Israeli…
Take a Road Trip To Avoid New TSA Crackdowns
The Transportation Safety Administration, or TSA, is one of our most favorite things about flying. There’s nothing like standing in a long line for the opportunity to divest yourself of…
Chicago Pushes for EV Charging Spaces for Renters
Many major cities in the U.S. are starting to require that apartment and condo buildings incorporate electric vehicle-friendly accommodations for EV owners. Chicago has jumped on board this initiative. Jumpstart…
The News Wheel Editors: Our Car-Related Christmas Memories
With the holiday season in full swing, it’s easy to get caught up in a whirl of Christmas present. We’d like to take just a moment to reminisce on Christmases…
Toyota Celebrates 10 Million Land Cruisers Sold
Photo: Toyota Toyota is celebrating the sale of its 10th million Land Cruiser SUV, a major milestone especially when contrasted against the single Land Cruiser it sold in the US…
F1 Reveals Final Hanoi Grand Prix Circuit Layout
The old layout Photo: FORMULA 1 | YouTube Next year, for the first time ever, Formula One will race in Vietnam at a new circuit in Hanoi, which is still…
Teaser Says New Toyota GR Yaris is Coming in January
Photo: Toyota | YouTube Toyota Gazoo Racing has put out a new teaser finally revealing the launch date of the upcoming Toyota GR Yaris: January 10. The hot hatchback, which…
Ontario Prepares to Institute Automated Speed Enforcement Systems
Photo: Ken Lund It goes without saying — speeding is dangerous, especially in residential areas. That’s why Ontario recently approved municipalities to use photo radar systems to enforce speed limits…
Toyota Reports Best-Ever November Sales
Photo: Toyota Toyota Motor North America reported November 2019 sales of 207,857 vehicles, marking its best-ever November — an impressive feat amid stagnating or even declining sales for the overall…
Bose and Chevrolet Team up for the 2020 Corvette
Some things just pair up perfectly — like peas and carrots, peanut butter and jelly, and of course, Corvettes and Bose stereos. Bose and Chevrolet have been working together since…
How Are Open-End and Close-End Leases Different?
You’ve finally decided to lease your next vehicle — great! But should you go with an open-end lease or a closed-end one? Discover the differences between these two lease types…
GM Staff Spreads Christmas Joy to Foster Kids in Michigan
This holiday season, GM continues its longstanding tradition of giving back to those in need via Operation Good Cheer, a seasonal program that Child and Family Services of Michigan sponsors.…
4 Car Upgrades Worth Splurging On
New Year’s is a popular time to make some upgrades in your life. If you feel like it’s time for a car-themed change but want to hold on to your…
3 New Year's Events to Drive to in Louisiana
Not sure how to celebrate New Year’s in Louisiana? Here are just a few ideas to inspire your party plans. Confidence Boost: Discover the benefits of Chevy OnStar and Connected…
3 New Year's Events to Drive to in Mississippi
Still not sure what to do for New Year’s? Here are just a few happenin’ events worth the drive, if you find yourself in Mississippi for the holiday. Used Advantages:…
Ford Focus ST, Shelby GT500 Win Big in Top Gear Awards 2019
The Ford Focus ST won Top Gear’s Hot Hatch of the Year award Photo: Ford Motor Company As if you needed any more reasons to be depressed about the fact…
3 New Year's Events to Drive to in Wyoming
The Cowboy State boasts a variety of ways to ring in 2020. Here are just a few New Year’s events worth the drive if you find yourself in Wyoming this…
3 New Year's Events to Drive to in Washington
Photo: Pixabay If you’ll be in Washington State for New Year’s, you might still be looking for something fun to do on Dec. 31. Here are just a few celebrations…
10-Year Deal Brings Revel Audio Systems to Lincoln
Revel Ultima System Wave Guide and Speaker Grille Lincoln has announced that it’s inked a 10-year deal with Revel® that will make audio systems like Revel Ultima™ the premium choice…
September Savings on the Chevy Spark
If you’re in the market for a new efficiency car, consider bringing home a new 2019 Chevy Spark. Now, through the end of this month, the automaker is offering exclusive…
Ford F-Series Takes 8 Spots on IBC’s Top 10 Stolen Vehicles List
Photo: Ford Motor Company Sure, we all like to think of Canada as being a land filled with far more polite folks than hosers, but there is as much a…
Three Nissan Models Win Consumer Guide Automotive Best Buy Awards
2020 Nissan Rogue Sport Consumer Guide has singled out three Nissan models as best buys in its automotive awards — the Nissan Rogue, Nissan Rogue Sport, and the Nissan Versa.…
Precision Blendz Wins Ford Men of Courage Cincinnati Barbershop Challenge
Precision Blendz is the winner of the Ford Men of Courage Cincinnati Barbershop Challenge Photo: Ford Motor Company Precision Blendz was named the winner this week in the Ford Motor…
What Are the Benefits of Hiring a Car Accident Lawyer?
This article is sponsored by K Series Parts. Accidents can happen anywhere; it doesn’t matter if you’re an excellent driver or have never been involved in an accident before. So…
Does the London Congestion Zone Work?
Living in London, England, is undeniably expensive. In 2003 it got even pricier when the government introduced a congestion charge. Drivers that head into the designated zone have to pay…
2020: The Year of The Rat and The Green Machine
This article is sponsored by FleetGo. According to the Chinese Zodiac, 2020 is The Year Of The Rat. Thanks to a growing interest in sustainability and environmental awareness, it also…
AC Schnitzer Supra is Lookin’ Slick
Photo: AC Schnitzer | YouTube The recent SEMA Show had some lovely and some downright crazy tuned Toyota Supra models on display, but our favorite custom Supra might be the…
Cadillac and Refinery29 Host Fashion Event
Cadillac and Refinery29 recently co-presented the Driven by Digital: Leaders in Style + Tech summer cocktail party. Last Thursday night, Cadillac and Refinery29, the largest independent fashion and style website…
Piloti Limited Edition Chevy Camaro Fifty Racing Shoes Review
There are few vehicles that rival the legacy and performance of the Chevrolet Camaro. For half a century, this muscle car has defined its segment and carried the bowtie brand’s…
Driver Shortage Will Leave You Waiting for Packages
Photo: Fan of Chente We’ve been talking for years about the shortage of truck drivers in the United States. As the statistics get grimmer every year, industry experts report that…
Can You Diagnose Appendicitis with Speed Bumps?
Photo: atomicity via CC In the world of medicine, there is a lot of false information going around. WebMD routinely tells us that traditional ailments like sore throats are totally…
Honda Residual Value is Best Among Mainstream Brands
Photo: Honda Honda was named the top mainstream car brand for residual value according to ALG, a subsidiary of TrueCar that specializes in market analyses and depreciation forecasts. ALG says…
MIT Develops System to Determine People's Driving Personalities
MIT researchers at the Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) developed a system that driverless cars can use to help predict other people’s driving personalities. It’s just one of…
General Motors Takes Fiat Chrysler to Court Over Union Bribes
The automotive industry, especially the big three American manufacturers, has deep ties to the United Automobile Workers union. Negotiating with them for pay and benefits that benefit both the company…
Toyota Canada Invests $100,000 in Disability Education
Photo: Marianne Bos | Unsplash The StopGap Foundation announced on Thursday during its big annual fundraising event that it had struck a partnership with Toyota Canada. The Japanese automaker is…
The Cadillac XT4 is Coming to Europe
The new Cadillac XT4 is coming to Europe with an exclusive turbodiesel Photo: General Motors Cadillac has announced that its XT4 compact SUV will launch in Europe, and it will…
The Netherlands Helps Reduce Emissions by Lowering Speed Limits
Some European countries have implemented emissions-reducing protocols to enhance their already fairly-healthy environments. Others have done so to help combat more severe air-quality crises. The Netherlands falls into the latter…
The News Wheel Editors: Auto Features We're Most Thankful For
As Nov. 28 fast approaches, we’d like to take a moment to wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving. In honor of this holiday, we’ve rounded up just a few of…
Car-Selling Middle Schooler Recognized by Nissan Canada's President
Source: Nissan When you picture someone who’s helped sell $300,000 worth of cars, you’re probably imagining someone a little older than Canadian middle schooler Cole Ross. Even though he can’t…
Pirelli's New Smart Tire Communicates Road Conditions to Other Vehicles
If you’ve been keeping on top of the autonomous vehicle tech headlines, you’re probably familiar with vehicle-to-vehicle communication. But what about tires that communicate road conditions to both the driver…
The News Wheel Editors: Car Accessories on Our Christmas Wish Lists
Though Thanksgiving isn’t over yet, it’s not too early to start brainstorming ideas for your Christmas wish list. Here are just some of the auto-related accessories we’d like to ask…
Choosing a Car or Automotive Franchise
You might be a car salesman looking to branch out on your own, or a small-business owner wanting to enter a new market. Whatever your situation, it’s worth looking into…
4 Best Car-Related Moments from “Friends”
It’s easy to understand why “Friends” gained so much traction in the 90s and had 10 seasons’ worth of episodes. Anyone who’s watched a few episodes of of the show can…
Wuling Launches Long-Awaited Hong Guang S3 SUV
SAIC-GM-Wuling has at long last launched its first SUV, the Hong Guang S3, which joins the venerable Hong Guang family and provides and affordable yet stylish SUV alternative for drivers…
Tacoma Specs and Pricing Info Revealed
The newly redesigned 2016 Tacoma at the 2015 Chicago Auto Show The countdown is on for the release of the all-new 2016 Toyota Tacoma. The mid-size pickup has been thoroughly…
Switch Gears on a Mindless Commute
For most people, their daily commute is just a mindless grind. But, by incorporating the tips below from Fitsugar writer, Jaime Young, the daily commute can be transformed from something…
SUVs, MPVs Huge as GM Delivers Record 3.87 Million Vehicles in China
General Motors and its joint ventures in China accumulated sales totaling 3,870,587 vehicles in 2016, a 7.1% increase from 2015’s total and a new all-time record for volume. For the…
SUVs Lead Ford Market Shale Gains in April
Ford Kuga Vignale Ford reported April sales totaling 100,800 vehicles in its traditional Euro 20 markets (Austria, Belgium, Britain, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands,…
SUVs and Luxury Vehicles Fuel GM's Q1 2016 Sales in China
2016 Buick Envision General Motors has reported a total of 296,939 vehicles sold in China last month, down 0.6% year-over-year but nonetheless solidified by the popularity of its SUVs and…