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Highlights from the Ohio Distracted Driver Course
On Oct. 29, 2018, the state of Ohio revised its definition of distracted driving and enhanced its penalties. In lieu of paying the extra $100 fine on top of the…
Maine Proposes Annual Fee for Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Owners
Portland, Maine Photo: Matthew Baron While the electric and hybrid vehicle trend has started gradually infiltrating the U.S., Maine residents might soon face a government-imposed pediment to buying a green…
Chrysler and Ram Earn IHS Markit Automotive Loyalty Awards
The 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Pinnacle Photo: FCA IHS Markit recently recognized the Chrysler Pacifica and Ram 1500 in its 25th annual Automotive Loyalty awards program. Each model has earned more…
China’s New Buick Envision Plus Could Come to U.S. as Envision GX
Photo: Buick Buick recently introduced its newest SUV for the Chinese market: the Buick Envision Plus. No official announcements have been made, but there’s a good chance this model could…
2019 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 Overview
Pictured: 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 Photo: Mitsubishi Imagine yourself on a night out with friends or family. You not only need somewhere fun to go, but something fun to transport…
Teen Drivers Receive Alerts To Fasten Seat Belts With New Tech From Chevy
Chevy introduces the new Buckle to Drive feature designed to prompt teen drivers to buckle up before hitting the gas Photo: John F. Martin for Chevrolet The Buckle to Drive…
Ford Teams with Mobileye to Improve Driver-Assist Tech
Mobileye technology features on next-gen Ford vehicles Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company is rolling out its Ford Co-Pilot360 driver-assist technology across its lineup, but it’s far from done when it…
Lift vs. Ramp: Which Is Better for Your Wheelchair Van?
Side ramp on a accessible vehicle operated by MTA of NY Photo: Metropolitan Transportation Authority of the State of New York via cc A lot of calculations and decisions go…
Drivers Disobey Speed Limits With Adaptive Cruise Control
Photo: The News Wheel Adaptive Cruise Control is designed to make driving on the highway more enjoyable and less stressful. The system not only allows you to set your speed…
Surprise! Sebastian Vettel and the RB9 Car win Autosport Awards
Sebastian Vettel and the RB9 walked away from the Autosport Awards as champions. If you’re a race fan, here’s some news that’s about as surprising as waking up to discover…
What Is a Vehicle Break-in Process, and Why Does It Matter?
Photo: The News Wheel If the phrase “vehicle break-in process” brings to mind the methodology of a criminal breaking into your parked, locked car, then you’ve missed a very important…
2016 Subaru Legacy Ad Puts Adorable Kid in the Driver Seat
In the new 2016 Subaru Legacy ad, “Jr. Driver,” a hilarious youngster imagines what it would be like to drive a Legacy in the adult world Subaru’s ads are arguably…
5 Must-Read Leadership Books by Automotive Industry Experts
Photo: The News Wheel No matter what industry you’re in, you can learn a lot from the experiences and advice of veterans of the automotive industry. Manufacturing CEOs and influential…
Swedish Driving Prodigy Oliver Solberg Gives Subaru the Win at Olympus Rally
17-year-old Oliver Solberg Photo: Subaru For most teenagers, getting behind the wheel of a nearly two-ton vehicle is a daunting task in and of itself. Add in racing around corners…
Review: Don Keefe's 'Pontiac Concept and Show Cars' from CarTech Books
The Pontiac brand has been six feet underground for roughly six years, but its presence remains very much alive today. On your daily drive, you are still likely to see…
