The News Wheel editorial team

The News Wheel editorial team


Rearview Camera Systems Now Required for New Vehicles Produced and Sold in the U.S.

Photo: CNET As of this Wednesday, new cars sold in the U.S. are legally required to have backup cameras.  All cars, buses, and trucks under 10,000 pounds sold or made in the U.S.…

Kia Archives

The 2019 Kia Niro EV now has a price tag — one… Kia debuted its biggest-ever vehicle last week for the media, handing the… Kia is trying to shake things…

2021 F1 Pre-Season Testing Recap

Photo: Andrew & Alan Frost via CC Pre-season testing for the 2021 FIA Formula One World Championship came to a close on Sunday, the third and final day of a…

Brazil World Cup Archives

The day has come. Americans across the nation will ditch work an… We’re well into the third day of the Round of 16, and… Colombia and Uruguay have both made…

On the Job: What Is It Like Being a Truck Driver?

Our country’s economy depends on truck drivers hauling shipments of goods across the nation every day. Although you’re surrounded by these fast-moving vehicles whenever you’re on the highway, the actual…

2016 Nissan GT-R

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Can't Beat Traffic? Why Not Build a Giant, Street-Straddling Bus and Go Over It?

Ah, traffic, the daily struggle of everybody in location A picking up and rushing to location B, while simultaneously everyone in location B rushes to location A. And, when both…

Review: Z-EDGE T4 Touch Screen Dual Lens Dash Cam

Photo: The News Wheel Dash cams have become an essential accessory for many drivers, providing constant surveillance of the road ahead (and sometimes behind them). Videos of dash cam footage…

2025 Ford Explorer Archives

Ford is giving its bestselling Explorer a big overhaul for 2025, making it the first under the Blue Oval to feature the Ford Digital Experience and the latest to receive…

energy Archives

For as much time and effort you put into creating a soothing,… Toyota is investing $9.3 million in new solar arrays across its plants… If there’s one thing Trump is…

Nissan Reveals Pricing for the 2021 Armada

Photo: Nissan The flagship full-size SUV in the Nissan lineup, the 2021 Armada, now has an official price tag in the U.S. it is now available at dealerships across the…

Navigator Continues Hot Streak, But Lincoln Sales Take a Tumble in January

Lincoln kicked off 2018 with a disappointing 27% sales drop from January 2017, delivering a total of 6,410 vehicles in the United States last month. But for one vehicle, every…

Ford Expanding Spin E-Scooters Worldwide

Photo: Ford Ford is taking its Spin e-scooters global. After acquiring the San Francisco-based company in 2018, the automaker has announced plans to launch the dockless electric scooter service in…

2014 Nissan Versa Overview

2014 Nissan Versa The 2014 Nissan Versa is targeted at the practical car-buyer that needs to get from A to B affordably, but that doesn’t mean they can’t do it…

Mate2GO Smartphone Holder – Packaging 1

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Which 2018 Buick Models Get the Best Gas Mileage?

While Buick is introducing electric and hybrid models in the Chinese market, that’s not its focus in the United States. Here, Buick is best known for its large, luxurious sedans…

4 New Year's Events to Drive to in Idaho

The Gem State offers a variety of activities to make this New Year’s a memorable one. Here are just a few holiday events worth attending.  A Car for Your Canine:…

2016 Dodge Charger Overview

2016 Dodge Charger The 2016 Dodge Charger is a four-door sedan featuring a starting MSRP of $27,995. Besides offering an attractive exterior design, the new Charger also comes with the…

Buick Encore Will Be Available for 2021

2020 Buick Encore Photo: Buick Buick recently released the 2020 Encore GX, leading many to wonder about the fate of the standard Encore. Nevertheless, the Encore will continue to be…

Ford Says Farewell (for Now) to the Fiesta

Time comes for all, including the Ford Fiesta Photo: Ford The party is over. Ford this month revealed that it will end production of the Fiesta in Cologne, Germany, next…

New “Real People, Not Actors” Ad Shines a Spotlight on the Chevy Silverado

We’re just surprised none of the participants called the Silverado “lit” after this Photo: Chevrolet The Silverado is Chevrolet’s top-selling model, so of course the brand would want to advertise…

Ford Sees Hybrids, Not EVs, as Most Profitable Route for Autonomous Vehicle Development

Ford Fusion Hybrid autonomous research vehicle Jim Farley, executive vice president and president of Global Markets for Ford Motor Company, spurns the perception that the automaker is lagging behind its competition with…

2018 Lexus ES 300h

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Book Review – Bullitt: The Cars & People Behind Steve McQueen

Photo: The News Wheel Few films have influenced the cinematic representation of automobiles like Bullitt has. The classic 1968 crime thriller contains one of the most noteworthy, unforgettable car chases…

Jeep Shatters Previous Wrangler Sales Record with an Overall Sales Increase of 20% for the Brand

It didn’t take long for the Wrangler to break its own sales record During March, Jeep made history by selling 27,829 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. That made March the Wrangler’s best…

Jeep Releases Official Images of the Redesigned 2019 Jeep Cherokee [Photos]

The upcoming 2019 Jeep Cherokee will look a lot more like a traditional Jeep When the fifth generation of the Jeep Cherokee vehicle was first introduced at the 2013 New…

Shopping Where It's Most Difficult to Afford Used Cars

Finding a quality used car can be a cinch, but finding an affordable one in some cities can be a challenge Photo:Thomas Altfather Good via CC We’ve all been raised…

GMC Sierra AT4X Archives

The GMC Sierra 1500 full-size truck lineup is welcoming several changes for… If you’re seeking a truck that’s built to go off the beaten… The fully refreshed 2022 GMC Sierra…

Details for the New Audi E-Tron Sportback SUV Coupe Revealed

The E-Tron Sportback’s new SUV Coupe cousin is on the way Photo: Audi Audi’s E-Tron family of electric vehicles is beginning to take shape. The company’s electric ambitions began with…

Everything You Need to Know About the Walt Disney World Car Care Center

Photo: Tom Arthur via CC While many people decide to fly into the Orlando airport to visit Walt Disney World in Florida, some families choose to drive. Doing so has…

Joey Hand Makes NASCAR Cup Series Debut at Charlotte

Joey Hand makes his NASCAR Cup Series debut Sunday at Charlotte Photo: Ford Joey Hand, who has been with Ford Performance since 2015, is making the leap to the big…

Nissan Releases Pricing for 2022 Pathfinder

2022 Nissan Pathfinder Photo: Nissan The all-new Nissan Pathfinder offers a bold design, improved performance (thanks to its all-new Intelligent 4WD with seven-position Drive and Terrain Mode Selector), and a…

Chevrolet Spark Archives

Whether your teen is heading back to high school, going off to… The Chevy Spark was introduced in 1998 as the Daewoo Matiz. Four… Over the past few years, Chevrolet…

2019 Dodge Charger Named a Best Resale Value Honoree by Kelley Blue Book

2019 Dodge Charger GT The 2019 Dodge Charger has earned award-winning attention from the experts at Kelley Blue Book, who have just honored the four-door muscle car with the title…

What Are the Differences Between the Hyundai Venue and the Hyundai Kona?

The Hyundai Venue comes with an available contrast roof Photo: Hyundai The 2021 Hyundai Venue and the 2021 Hyundai Kona are both classified as subcompact SUVs, but a quick glance…

Road Safety Rules You Need to Teach Your Kids as They Head Back to School

Although a glance at the calendar reveals that summer is not technically over, it definitely feels like summer fun has come to an end now that most schools are back…

Toyota Prius and RAV4 Hybrid Outsell All Other EVs in America

Most people already know that Toyota is the most successful of all the manufacturers of electrified vehicles, but here’s a stat that should really drive the point home: in 2016,…

Tesla Model E Walks Out on Elon, Blames the Sex

Tesla Model E calls Musk sex-obsessed, Musk drinks to numb the pain. Anyone lusting after what was to be the more affordable, all-electric model from Tesla, the Tesla Model E,…

Model S P85D

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RV Popularity Soars Among Millennials During Pandemic

Photo: Bo Gordy-Stith via CC A new survey by the RV Industry Association shows that millennials are now more interested in buying an RV than any other age demographic —…

EPA Study Finds SUV Popularity is Harming Climate Change Progress

Photo: Ford According to the EPA’s 2022 Automotive Trends Report, the rising popularity of pickups and truck-based SUVs is hurting the progress toward slowing and reversing climate change. Vehicles of…

What Is a “Pony Car”?

What is a pony car, and what does it have to do with the Ford Mustang? There are certain terms in the automotive industry that get thrown around a lot…

I Drove the Chevy Volt and It Was Pretty Great

Chevrolet Volt (2016 model pictured) So, if any of our readers notice my name at the bottom of this article (hi, mom!), then odds are that I would be recognized…

android auto Archives

The 2022 Cadillac XT4 got a handful of minor updates for the… Fear not, parents with teen drivers: it only works while parked.… The new Toyota multimedia system will support…

Buying a used car Archives

Buying a previously owned car is a great way to get the… Purchasing a pre-owned vehicle is becoming more and more expensive. In this… Buying a used car can save…

2018 Hyundai Accent model overview car engine motor specs

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muscle cars Archives

If there’s one concept that’s central to the legacy of American automobiles, it’s… Even if you’re not a car person, chances are you’re familiar with… The more closely you examine your…

2017 Geneva Motor Show Archives

Those who have grown old and grey patiently waiting for an American… At the 87th Geneva Motor Show this morning, Opel revealed its Opel Insignia Grand Sport… Over on the other side of…

Cars You Didn't Know Were in “A Streetcar Named Desire”

It’s not an exaggeration to say that “A Streetcar Named Desire” is one of the most iconic and appreciated stage plays ever penned by Tennessee Williams. However, even though the…

Disney Sued for Not Building Flying “Star Wars” Car

Curse Star Wars for giving us this concept but not making it a reality! Photo: Lucasfilm Ltd, Walt Disney Co. The Star Wars films give us an exciting glimpse into…