The News Wheel editorial team

The News Wheel editorial team


2024 GMC Sierra HD Lineup Adds AT4X Off-Road Truck

Photo: GMC The refreshed 2024 GMC Sierra HD lineup will soon be adding a highly capable new AT4X trim level. High-end off-roading features and rugged design help this heavy-duty truck…

2024 Chevrolet Trax Archives

The Chevrolet Trax was redesigned from the ground up for 2024, ushering… It’s no easy task to win one spot on an annual Car… 2024 Chevrolet SUVs come with a…

GMC Terrain Archives

GMC’s entry in the popular compact SUV segment is the Terrain —… GMC and Buick are two of General Motors’ upscale brands. So how… The GMC Terrain SUV was introduced…

Nissan Armada Archives

The 2024 Nissan Armada is the flagship model of the Nissan lineup.… Finding an SUV you can trust is essential to your life on… There is so much to consider…

Nintendo Is Coming to Universal Studios

Get ready: Nintendo is coming to Universal Studios Bookworms nationwide messed themselves when it was announced a few years back the wizarding world of Harry Potter was coming to Universal…

Ford Edge Vignale (1)

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emblem Archives

Scion might not be the most popular brand in America, but it… The Nissan Motor Company typically doesn’t get attention for its seemingly un-creative logo.… Toyota takes a lot of pride…

Genesis G80 overview Archives

The Genesis G80 is the premium brand’s core model, and it’s been… The all-new 2021 Genesis G80 is a significant departure from its predecessor,… The model that used to be…

Behold: The Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Launch Edition

Back at the 2016 New York International Auto Show, Mazda unveiled its newest and proudest achievement: a hardtop version of its multi-award-winning MX-5 roadster, called the Mazda MX-5 RF, or…

Less Obvious Reasons to Wear Your Seat Belt

Seriously, why don’t people wear their darn seat belts? Photo: Pixabay via CC The act of buckling your seat belt should be the biggest no brainer in the history of…

Transformer Costume

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Mazda Announces Pricing for Three-Row CX-9 to Start at $31,520

Mazda’s latest redesign baby is the CX-9, a three-row mid-size crossover that the company revealed with much pomp and fanfare (plus leaked images ahead of time) at the LA Auto…

World’s Greatest Dad Builds Son a Mario Kart Nursery

Baby Grant enjoys the awesome fruits of his father’s labor The title of “World’s Greatest Dad” is a hotly contested honor. There are a lot of fathers out there with coffee…

August Archives

If you were hoping that expensive gas prices would be relegated to… As August comes to a close and people start gearing up for… On September 29th, Nissan announced its…

car seat Archives

It’s easy to take modern seat belts for granted — but they… A properly installed car seat is a must when you are transporting… On September 15, Jen McLellan’s husband…

US Department of Transportation Announces Probable Lower Fuel Efficiency Rules, Surprises None

When President Trump’s administration announced the appointment of Scott Pruitt as the new head of the EPA, it seemed pretty clear that times would shortly be unkind for the Obama…

2018 Genesis G80 Sport Specifications & Features Revealed at LA Auto Show

2018 G80 Sport If the Genesis G80 luxury sedan had caught your eye upon its release this year, but you wished that the car had more sportiness to match its…

Transformers Costume

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2018 Genesis G80 Sport Archives

The model that used to be the Hyundai Genesis became the Genesis… Last year, Genesis Motors–Hyundai’s new luxury sub-brand–debuted the G80 and the G90.… While most automakers will be showing…

[VIDEO] 2017 Chevy Camaro 1LE Spied at Nurburgring

The 2016 Camaro isn’t even in dealerships yet, and already agents of automotive espionage are hard at work obtaining spy shots of 2017 models. One such spy is a YouTube…

Mario Kart Wii – DK Mountain

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How to Clean Your Car’s Seat Belts Because They Are Covered in Germs

Photo: The News Wheel As a responsible, safety-conscious, law-abiding driver, you fasten your seat belt every time you get behind the wheel, and even when you’re a passenger, you understand…

2017 Chevy Camaro 50th Anniversary Edition Visits Indy for Brickyard 400

Yesterday’s race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway proved to be another letdown for the paltry few NASCAR fans in attendance. There was reason for excitement going into the event, which…

Mazda2 Black And White Editions Send Off Current Generation in Style

Typically, Mazda fans in the United Kingdom are overlooked when special automotive goodies get passed out. But, as the Japanese automaker prepares to replace its current Mazda2 generation with a…

Do Audiobooks Contribute to Distracted Driving?

We all do things to help us get through long road trips or clogged traffic. Is it possible that listening to an audiobook could be not only distracting you from…

Lexus Logo Name

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Genesis G80 Archives

Defeating prominent luxury rivals like BMW and Mercedes-Benz, the Genesis G80 sedan… Genesis is welcoming an athletic newcomer to its G80 luxury sedan lineup.… A Top Safety Pick+ designation from…

2016 Chevrolet Camaro Overview

The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro is a legendary muscle car that is all-new this model year and will turn every head on the street as you drive past. This is one…

death Archives

A Tempe, Arizona woman has died following a collision with a self-driving… Back in October, Scott Pruitt, head of the Environmental Protection Agency under President… 20 years ago today, Princess Diana…

Car Tech Explained: Magnetic Ride Control

Suspension systems that don’t use adjusting shock absorbers can’t provide the same combination of handling and comfort as Magnetic Ride Control Photo: © Bill Abbott If you’ve ever found yourself…

Subaru National Parks Adventure (4)

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Subaru National Parks Adventure (5)

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Throwback: Remember When Shaq Tried to Tell Us He Could Fit in a Buick?

Shaquille O’Neal, a 7’1″ man, inside a 2012 Buick LaCrosse Approximately seven and a half years ago, NBA legend and The General car insurance spokesman Shaquille O’Neal appeared on our…

2021 Infiniti Q60 Overview

Photo: Infiniti Sports coupes are hard to come by these days, but the 2021 Infiniti Q60 is one of the holdouts of the segment. For the latest model year, the…

2013 Ram 1500 Overview

The 2013 Ram 1500 sees a number of worthwhile cosmetic and performance updates, including a stronger V6, a stronger frame, an eight-speed transmission, larger grille, restyled headlights, and LED turn…

C4 Corvette ZR-1 Poised for a Comeback, Values Should Peak in the Next Decade

C4 Corvette ZR-1 on the brink of an anticipated revival Photo: DtRockstar1 Classic car collectors should keep an eye out for the C4 Corvette ZR-1—it’s set to peak in popularity…

Why Aren't Fog Lights Standard on New Cars?

Modern lighting technology boosts visibility when you’re driving through the fog Photo: StockSnap via Pixabay If you’re shopping for a new vehicle with the latest lighting technology, you might be…

7 Signs You’re Buying a Stolen Car

Buying a car from a private seller can yield great deals, but sometimes a deal is too good to be true. The vehicle could be stolen, and the seller is…

5 Benefits of Buying a Used Car

There are many benefits associated with buying a used car, and it’s important that you know what some of them are. These days, a lot of people purchase used cars…

Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond Hint that They’re Coming to America

Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May, announcing their live tour Sacked television host Jeremy Clarkson has been touring the world with fellow ex-Top Gear presenters Richard Hammond and James…

How to Ensure That Used Classic Car You're Buying Isn't a Rip-Off

Pictured: 1970 Lotus Europa Photo: The News Wheel You’ve saved up money and done your research. You’re finally ready to buy that vintage car you’ve always dreamed of owning. Just…

5 of the Scariest Bridges in America

If you have a fear of heights or a fear of water, bridges are likely to cause you a lot of stress. But you’re not alone; many drivers experience this fear.…

Why Do People Hold Their Breath When Driving Through Tunnels?

Growing up, my family went on many road trips and had fun games we played in the car. But one thing I never learned until I made friends in college…

Road Rage Statistics: Who Experiences It Most and Why It's Dangerous

We’ve all witnessed road rage being expressed during our daily commutes. In fact, we probably have experienced road rage ourselves on a regular basis–some of us more frequently than others. To…

Why Were Pop-Up Headlights a Thing?

Photo: The News Wheel There were many charming facets of my old 1995 Saturn SC-2 that would are now considered “retro,” particularly its glorious pop-up headlights. This dated feature was…

How to Replace an Air Filter

Photo: The News Wheel You don’t need to be a professional mechanic to perform basic maintenance on your car. For simple tasks like changing air filters, all you need is…

How to Change the Spark Plugs in Your Car

Spark plugs provide the magic underneath a car’s hood to make the engine run. Think of the spark plugs under your car’s hood as the magic that makes your car…

Replace a Car’s Cabin Air Filter: Step-by-Step Directions & Photos

It’s important to trust a professional mechanic to care for your car and keep it running smoothly, but there are some simple maintenance tasks you can save money on by…

car DIY Archives

Why spend money overpaying a mechanic to do simple service work on… Headlights are important year-round, but especially in the depths of winter when… Having a tire burst while you’re…

How to Change Windshield Wiper Blades

With fall comes the changing of the color of leaves, and so too comes the need to change your windshield wiper blades.  With rain and snow and muck ahead, a…