The News Wheel editorial team

The News Wheel editorial team


The Twisting, Turning, Wiggly History of the Used-Car-Lot Inflatable Dude

Think back to the last time someone was having a sale at the local used car lot. When you were driving up to it (or past it), what was the…

Cars You Didn't Know Were in “Back to the Future”

Image: Terabass via WordPress When you think of Back to the Future, you’re virtually guaranteed to picture Doc Brown’s iconic time-traveling DeLorean — complete with its factory-made gull-wing doors and…

2022 Buick Enclave Archives

For 2022, Buick models gained additional tech tools, new safety features, and… Advanced safety features are at the top of the wishlist for many… The Buick Enclave and GMC Yukon…

Buick Enclave Refresh Postponed to 2022

The current 2020 Buick Enclave Avenir Photo: Buick General Motors had originally planned to refresh the Buick Enclave for 2021. However, as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, GM is…

2021 Buick Enclave Archives

The 2021 Buick Enclave recently won a spot on Consumer Reports’ list… The Buick Enclave and GMC Yukon are the flagship SUVs for their… If you’re taller than the average…

Mid-Cycle GM Vehicle Updates Postponed Until 2021

A mid-cycle update for the Chevrolet Equinox has been delayed until the 2022 model year Photo: Chevrolet Due to fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic, mid-cycle updates have been postponed for…

Amanda Drago, Author at The News Wheel

Your leather steering wheel can become sticky for a number of reasons,… The 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe came first and second in the 2021… The 2021 Women of Color STEM…

coronavirus pandemic Archives

Early on in the coronavirus pandemic, the CDC recommended opening your car… Mitsubishi has been utilizing Diamond Premium Care, a non-abrasive deodorizing and disinfecting… With fewer drivers commuting during the…

Why the Cars on the CW’s ‘Riverdale’ are Important

Cars play an important role of moving the plot along in Riverdale Photo: Warner Bros. Television, 2017 Archie comics have been around forever. I remember being ten years old and…

car inspection Archives

Buying a previously owned car is a great way to get the… Having your car inspected is an important part of vehicle maintenance. Inspections… A couple years ago, my wife…

Here Are Hyundai’s Key Lineup Changes for 2025

The new 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N Photo: Hyundai What’s in store for the Hyundai lineup in 2025? It’s a mix of big changes and small ones. A pair of…

new GMC Terrain Archives

The next-generation GMC Terrain lineup is coming soon — but not all… The Middle East is a key market not just for GMC’s global… As an automotive brand, GMC‘s focus…

2025 Chevrolet Equinox Overview

Photo: Chevrolet The Chevrolet Equinox enters the 2025 model year with a restyled exterior, updated technologies, and an expanded list of standard amenities. Even as this compact SUV debuts its…

2025 INFINITI QX60 Overview

Photo: INFINITI The 2025 INFINITI QX60 is a seven-seat upscale SUV. For the latest model year, it’s been updated with a more fuel-efficient engine, additional standard features, and a new…

GM second quarter sales Archives

General Motors enjoyed strong U.S. sales in the second quarter, reporting 696,086… The second quarter of 2021 was an especially good one for General… GM sales fell 34 percent in…

GMC Sierra Archives

General Motors enjoyed strong U.S. sales in the second quarter, reporting 696,086… GMC is expanding its global reach in a big way. The popular… Powerful capabilities, premium design, and advanced…

Starting a Car Collection: Beginner’s Tips & Considerations

Pictured: Morgan Plus Four Photo: The News Wheel Every hobby has a beginning, and that includes collecting cars. If you’re considering starting a car collection, you have to begin somewhere.…

Honda Reveals CR-V Plug-In Fuel Cell

Photo: Honda Honda has taken the wraps off the all-new CR-V e:FCEV, the first plug-in hydrogen vehicle in America. Developed jointly with General Motors, it will launch as a 2025…

Navigating the US: Getting Around in Orlando, Florida

When you think of Orlando, you probably think of one of the many amusement parks that surround its city limits. While these parks aren’t exactly considered part of the city…

Walt Disney World’s Minnie Vans Have Returned

Photo: Disney Transportation has changed quite a bit at Walt Disney World in the last few years. One of the most jaw-dropping decisions was the removal of the Magical Express…

GM quarterly sales Archives

General Motors enjoyed strong U.S. sales in the second quarter, reporting 696,086… The third quarter of 2023 was an impressive one for General Motors.… Third-quarter sales numbers have arrived, and…

How to Get Around Walt Disney World

Modes of transportation at the “Most Magical Place on Earth” Photo: Clément Bardot The Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, is a lot larger than many first-time visitors…

2024 Mazda CX-90 Overview

Photo: Mazda The Mazda CX-90 now stands as the flagship model of the Mazda lineup. This three-row SUV is slated to replace the CX-9. But don’t fret — the new…

Demystifying the Winch

The winch is a necessary recovering tool for off-roading enthusiasts. Off-road drivers understand the need of installing a winch on their vehicles. Oftentimes, possession of a good winch may stand…

Cadillac Archives

General Motors enjoyed strong U.S. sales in the second quarter, reporting 696,086… The fuel cells included in modern EVs are already impressive, but solid-state batteries could be the breakthrough that…

gmc hummer ev Archives

General Motors enjoyed strong U.S. sales in the second quarter, reporting 696,086… The all-electric GMC Hummer EV supertruck is adding a new 3X trim… General Motors is rolling out a…

Sebastien Ogier Archives

Ogier and Ingrassia, who won the championship in 2020, celebrated their 50th career victory in the WRC, second in the all-time list behind only the legendary Sébastien Loeb… Since joining…

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2024 chevrolet equinox Archives

The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox is known for being a family vehicle, but… 2024 Chevrolet SUVs come with a wealth of updates. For the latest… When it comes to popular family…

Ford Ranks Fourth in 2020 Brand Intimacy Study

The F-Series is no doubt a big part of Ford’s ranking in the 2020 Brand Intimacy Study Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company was the No. 1 ranked automaker overall in…

2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Overview

Latest model brings needed improvements Photo: Toyota On paper, the Toyota Corolla Cross is the kind of car that should be a slam-dunk success. It starts with the winning formula…

Chevy’s “Discover the Unexpected” Students Meet With Difference Makers in Detroit and DC

Back in March, Chevy partnered with the National Newspaper Publishers Association to help create a new fellowship program for students of Howard University’s School of Communications. Called “Discover the Unexpected,”…

Tips for Taking Care of Your Car's Sunroof

Photo: The News Wheel You spent extra money to get a car with a sunroof so you can cut loose on sunny days. But, if you don’t properly maintain it,…

kelley blue book Archives

While Honda historically performs well in the awards, its 2024 showing is genuinely remarkable… The used-car experts at Kelley Blue Book recently named the 2021 Buick… The rivalry between Ford…

buick suv lineup Archives

Buick’s newest, smallest, and most affordable SUV is ready for its second… The Buick Envision has been extensively redesigned for 2024, showcasing fresh interior… The Buick Envision shows off attractively…

Chevy Plans on Selling Every 2015 Colorado Produced

Since going on sale in November of last year, the 2015 Chevy Colorado has sold well, particularly in the urban, big city markets that GM is targeting. Yet the Colorado…

Book Spotlight: 'The Car Hacker's Handbook' by Craig Smith

As vehicles continue to become increasingly integrated with internal computers, especially with the advent of connected and autonomous tech, on-board electronics are becoming more and more influential. Because of that, they’re becoming…

Toyota Celebrates 30 Million Vehicles Made in North America

Photo: Toyota This week, Toyota Motor North America celebrated the production of 30 million vehicles, and we decided to do some math. The first vehicle that Toyota produced in North…

iPhone Archives

Apple’s new iOS 14 operating system is coming soon — and it’s… Though it’s now all caught up, Toyota was once behind the curve… A new iPhone shortcut allows you…

Are Women-Only Buses the Answer to Harassment?

When looking for new topics to talk about for Leadfoot Ladies, I stumbled across the story of a new women-only bus service in India running between the cities of Coimbatore…

Vintage car shows Archives

It’s auto show season, and that means cities across the country–and across… We’ve already looked at how the presence of female models at car… Working for The News Wheel means…

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What’s New on the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

The 2022 Grand Cherokee Trailhawk Photo: FCA The Jeep Grand Cherokee is all-new for the 2022 model year. The fifth generation of this full-size SUV has gained more powertrains, improved…

Chip Shortage Continues to Impact Auto Industry

2021 Ford Bronco Sport at the Michigan Assembly Plant Photo: Ford Auto manufacturers can’t keep up with the demand for cars. Across the country, Americans are buying cars just as…

Car Brands Archives

Automakers often sell their premium cars under a different brand, even if they’re made in the same factories and share a tremendous number of parts… For the sixth consecutive year,…

2019 Ford Ranger Raptor Archives

If you’re one of the many, many folks who was disheartened to… Ford is working to meet rising demand for its new Ford Ranger,… You know that a brand is…

EcoBoost Archives

Chances are that if your car has an Eco button, you activate… Visitors attending the upcoming Detroit Auto Show will get the chance to… In an effort to reduce pollution…

Toyota GR Yaris Archives

The Civic Type R's bigger engine should be enough to put the Toyota in its place, but the small hatch has two crucial advantages… Toyota: are you sure you can’t…

Toyota’s Hybrid Battery Warranty is Getting Even Better

Photo: Toyota Toyota has announced its hybrid battery warranty will be extended to 10 years from the date of first use or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is up…

Buick Introduces GL6 Mid-Size MPV, Excelle GX Wagon to Lineup in China for 2018

2018 Buick Verano, 2018 Buick Excelle GT, 2018 Buick Verano GS, and 2018 Buick Excelle GX Buick is General Motors’ biggest brand in China, with sales through October totaling 943,385…