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Ford Gives Us the Score on 2015 F-150 Aerodynamics
2015 F-150 aerodynamics stack up favorably to its predecessors Ford is really looking to drive home the point that the new 2015 F-150 is the one that pickup enthusiasts want,…
Chevy Pulls at Heartstrings in Emotional “Mrs. Hayes” Commercial
The Chevy star of the commercial, besides the new Blazer EV Photo: Greg Gjerdingen via CC ‘Tis the holiday season, which means lights are going up and gifts are being…
Wacky Woodies: How Did Wood-Paneled Cars Originate and Why Were They Popular?
1950 Dodge Woodie Coronet Station Wagon Photo: The News Wheel Many vehicle styling fads come and go with the times, but one trend that baffles young drivers today is the…
2020 Outback Named Best Station Wagon by Good Housekeeping
Photo: Subaru Even in uncertain times for the automotive industry, Subaru shows no signs of slowing down its conquest of nearly every award list it meets. Its most recent accolade…
Ford Taurus History
Ford Taurus History The Ford Taurus is the fourth-oldest vehicle currently sold in the North American Ford lineup, and the fifth best-selling nameplate in Ford’s history. The Ford Taurus has…
Don't Sleep on 1936 Ford Deluxe Station Wagon at Pebble Beach
1936 Ford Deluxe Station Wagon At today’s Gooding & Company at Pebble Beach, the assembled masses will be able to indulge in wave after wave of beautiful, elegant cars rescued…
Should Your Family Buy a Minivan or an SUV?
The 2020 Mitsubishi lineup Photo: Mitsubishi Motors When you’re in the market for a new family hauler, minivan and SUV models are prominent options. In order to decide which vehicle…
Wealthy Drivers Take a Shine to the Station Wagon
The Station Wagon looks to be back in business During the past few years, sales for crossovers and SUVs have surged, with these two segments wrestling the lion’s share of…
camping Archives
Adventure-seekers have another way to push their expectations, fears, and vehicles to… If you’re looking to go camping in the winter: go south. You probably didn’t need a study to…
3 Things to Keep in Mind if You're RVing to a National Park This Summer
Photo: Izabela Mierzejewski via CC If you’re one of the 56 million Americans planning an RV vacation this summer, you’re likely to run into some crowded areas along the way.…
Ford Laying Off 700 in Michigan as Small Car, Hybrid Sales Cool
Ford will cut production of the C-MAX Energi at its Michigan Assembly Plant As gas prices remain low, the interest of automotive consumers continues to shift away from small cars,…
Toyota Supports LGBTQ+ Community with Over $300,000
Photo: Toyota Toyota Motor North America is working with nonprofit partners in the LGBTQ+ community to support the clients and patients who require healthcare during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Japanese…
Study Shows New Drivers Lack Driving Skills; Everyone Says “Duh”
Researchers at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (uncomfortably and vaguely worryingly abbreviated as “CHOP”) in the Center for Injury Research and Prevention and researchers from the University of Pennsylvania recently…
100th Anniversary Edition Mazda Miata Set for US Release
Photo: Mazda American Mazda fans rejoice — the 100th Anniversary Edition MX-5 Miata has been confirmed for a late 2020 release in the U.S. market, despite concerns that the vehicle’s…
9 Tips for Making the Most of your Driving Lessons
Driving is one of those things that looks easy, but is actually extremely complex and tricky. New drivers often feel overwhelmed by all there is to learn, so it’s important…
Is Advanced Tech Hindering Driving Skills of Teens?
Driver-assist technologies, such as blind-spot monitoring and lane departure warning, are designed to give you greater confidence behind the wheel. Parents of teen drivers, though, feel driver-assist tech may actually…
The Jeep Wave: Fact or Fiction?
Photo: Pixabay Owning a Jeep is like joining a super secret club. Somehow, everyone seems to be friends for no other reason than you all own Jeeps. But there’s a…
2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata Wins KBB 5-Year Cost to Own Award
Photo: Mazda Motor of America The 2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata recently drove home with the Kelley Blue Book Five-Year Cost to Own Award in the sports car segment. Here’s how…
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Cars explained Archives
Have you noticed a Jeep in traffic or in a parking lot… Everyone has been the circus at some point, or at least watched… Because most drivers in the United…
2023 Jeep Gladiator and Wrangler Get Freedom Edition Package
2023 Jeep Gladiator and Wrangler Freedom editions Photo: Stellantis America is one of the countries in the world, and Jeep is celebrating that fact by bringing back a popular option…
Tips for a Safer Road Trip During the Pandemic
The outbreak of COVID-19 has made a mess of all of our lives. You probably have been putting a lot of your individual needs and wants aside to stay at…
Safe Driving Archives
Are you planning to hit the road this summer with your dog?… Whether you’re driving in normal summer temperatures or an extreme heat wave,… The new 2024 Lincoln Nautilus has…
Do Speed Bumps and Rumble Strips Damage Cars?
Speed bumps and rumble strips are two forms of “traffic calming devices” you’ll commonly encounter on the road. As a driver, it’s a scary feeling when your car jolts, bumps,…
Tips for Learning How to Drive a Manual Car
Photo: The News Wheel If you didn’t learn to drive a manual transmission vehicle when you were young, it may seem impossible to attempt it now, when you’ve been driving…
6 Pointers to Keep in Mind When Learning How to Drive
When learning to drive, there are many things you need to keep in mind. Some new drivers become arrogant once they get behind the wheel, which can get in the…
When Should a Teen Own Their First Car?
Is it time to get your teen a car? When your child’s old enough to drive, they’re going to start bugging you about getting their own car. As a parent,…
PHOTOS: Rocky Ridge Packages Coming for Nissan Trucks and SUVs
Photo: Nissan When you buy a truck, you want a vehicle that will work hard and look good while doing it. At the 2019 Work Truck Show in Indianapolis this…
Is It Better to Use a Cardboard or Reflective Windshield Sun Shade?
Photo: The News Wheel To keep your car’s interior cool on sunny days and protect its delicate materials, you absolutely need to have a windshield sun shade. When you buy…
2019 Honda HR-V Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick
Photo: Honda The Honda HR-V has made big forward strides for the 2019 model year, earning Top Safety Pick certification from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety after improving in…
american manufacturing Archives
Lexus and Toyota were comfortably in the lead as the most reliable car brands, followed by… Toyota claimed that “this policy would unfairly discriminate against American workers"… There are a…
4 Reasons To Buy Winter Tires for Your Car
These tires handle snow, ice, and low temperatures Photo: The News Wheel When you live in a city that’s hit with frequent snowstorms, it’s likely that you’ve considered purchasing winter…
Winter Road Trip Tips
Road trips aren’t only for summer. Winter is a fine time to hit the open road for an adventure, as long as you’re well-prepared and practice extra caution. The following…
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used cars Archives
Lexus and Toyota were comfortably in the lead as the most reliable car brands, followed by… Sedans used to be the vehicle of choice for families over the… Searching for…
Back to School Archives
The start of the school year is especially stressful for parents this… The Chrysler Pacifica has racked up many awards for its family-friendly features.… When it’s back-to-school time in the…
Don't Be So Defensive — Unless You're Driving
My dad constantly reminded me when he was teaching me to drive that I needed to “worry about the other guy.” In other words, I needed to be a defensive…
2022 GMC Yukon Gains Buckle to Drive Safety Feature
The 2021 Yukon Photo: GMC The GMC Yukon already offers Teen Driver technology to encourage young drivers to stay safe on the road. Now, for the 2022 model year, GMC…
New Indiana Law to Ticket Drivers for Going Speed Limit in the Left Lane
Come July, people in Indiana might start being pulled over for doing fifty-five in a fifty-four… regardless of how many problems they have. That’s because on July 1st, a new…
Study: Driver’s Education Lowers Teen Tickets and Crashes
In the early 1980s, many studies conducted suggested that driver’s education classes made no difference in teen traffic accidents and tickets. As state school budgets shrank, stats from those studies…
car insurance costs Archives
Even if your teen has been counting down the days to their… I haven’t stopped worrying about my kid from the second he was… Car insurance is an expensive necessity…
4 Reasons Why Your Teen Doesn’t Want to Drive
Photo: State Farm Getting a driver’s license is a common goal for many young drivers. A driver’s license represents freedom, independence, and fun. It can unlock opportunities such as getting…
driving skills Archives
If you’re like many Americans are driving less due to the COVID-19… Many experienced drivers don’t relish driving on the highway. The high speeds,… A lot of drivers consider their…
The News Wheel Editors: Our Driver's Ed Experiences
As a teenager, learning to drive is stressful. Actually, learning to drive at any time in your life is pretty stressful. Driving is a big task and there are a lot…
Ways to Prepare Your Child to Drive Before They Have a Learner’s Permit
Your child is never too young to start acclimating to basic automotive concepts Image by Dariusz Sankowski from Pixabay (content license) Learning to drive can be an exciting yet scary…
First 1,000 Ford Mustangs Delivered in United Kingdom
Ford announced that more than 1,000 customers in the United Kingdom have received their long-awaited Mustangs, making them the first members of an ever-growing club. Ford originally announced in 2013…
Orders for the 2018 Camaro Hot Wheels 50th Anniversary Edition Open on February 1
You’re going to need a bigger carrying case Ever since the initial reveal of the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro Hot Wheels 50th Anniversary Edition back in October of last year, one…
Exclusive Interview: Hot Wheels Head of Design Jun Imai Shares Inside Look at Design Process
Magnus Walker sits with Hot Wheels Head of Design Jun Imai Photo: David Chickering Behind every Hot Wheels car you purchase and play with lies an incredible amount of work: a…
YouTube Hot Wheels Enthusiast Restores Classic 1968 Chevy Camaro Model
Pictured: What most Hot Wheels look like after a couple of days in a kindergarten classroom Classic automobiles can oftentimes get pretty roughed up, thus requiring an extensive restoration. What tends…
