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Crossovers Command Cadillac Sales in Fourth Quarter
The XT5 was Cadillac’s bestselling vehicle in the fourth quarter Photo: Cadillac Cadillac wrapped up 2019 with a 2.2 percent decrease in sales for the year’s final quarter. The General…
Porsche Smashes All-Time Nordschleife Record with 919 Evo
On Friday, June 29, Porsche smashed the all-time Nürburgring Nordschleife record that had stood for 35 years and that many believed would never be touched. While at the wheel of…
Enough BMW i5 Rumors! Will There Be One or Not?
Pictured: BMW 5 Series GT Hybrid with Power eDrive… Could the future i5 look like this? Remember last month in March when AutoNews Europe interviewed BMW Group research and development…
3 More Great Cadillac Models for Road Trips
What could be more luxurious than going on a road trip in a Cadillac? These three models have so much comfort and luxury, no one will be asking “Are we…
Ford 1.0-Liter EcoBoost Engine Considered Best
Since the introduction of the EcoBoost engine, Ford has been lining its trophy shelves with awards, even beating Germany at their own International Motor Show for the Engine of the…
GMC Sales Up 3.4% in First Half of 2017; June Sees Retail Record for Denali Penetration
GMC sales totaled 41,434 trucks and SUVs in June, a 3.6% year-over-year decrease from June 2016. Retail sales fell 9.5% with 35,016 vehicles delivered. Save for the all-new Acadia and…
2020 Ford Explorer production begins Chicago Assembly Plant
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Bumping Along With the AC Blasting: A First-Timer's Look at Driving in Mexico
It was incredibly hot at the Cancun, Mexico airport, as the mid-day sun turned every paved area into a skillet and tested the resolve of every air conditioning unit. Red-faced…
air pollution Archives
The convenience provided by an attached garage may be endangering the air… A few days ago, I wrote an article about how state governments… California has historically had a huge…
IIHS Names 2020 Chevy Equinox a Top Safety Pick
2020 Chevrolet Equinox For any adventure the Chevy Equinox delivers a dependable performance, advanced connectivity tech to help keep you and your passengers entertained, and a well-appointed cabin that makes…
Volvo Broke a Nürburgring Record a Year Ago and Didn’t Tell Anyone
We all know Volvo likes to play it low-key, but this is simply another level of humility. The Swedish automaker has just recently revealed that although it broke the Nürburgring…
[Photos] Solar Carport Concept for BMW i3, i8
The gorgeous BMW i8 charges beneath the solar carport concept The first BMW i3 in the United States has been delivered at last, and Americans everywhere are hotly anticipating the…
UK's Young Driver to Produce Tiny Electric Car for Kids Under 10
Newer drivers in the United Kingdom are probably familiar with Young Driver, an organization that offers driving lessons to teenagers under the age of 17, getting them versed in driving…
Toyota is the Most Googled Car Brand in the World
Toyota is locked in a titanic battle with Volkswagen for the title of “world’s best-selling brand” (secured by a narrow margin by the latter for the first time in 2016),…
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SUVs Comes with Free Home Charger for UK Customers
If you live in the United Kingdom and buy one of the new Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV plug-in hybrid SUVs, you’ll also get a free home charger kit to go with…
2018 Subaru WRX Overview
With sporty styling, an impressive powertrain, and luxury features throughout the cabin, the 2018 Subaru WRX is built to impress on every road. Its driver-assist technology works to keep you…
BMW's Highlights at the Chicago Auto Show Include Hot Security Guards
As can be expected from such a self-assured and conservative brand, BMW didn’t stage the same spectacles that other automakers did this week at the Chicago Auto Show. Instead, BMW arranged its newest models in…
Mazda Having Trouble Meeting Demand, May Bring CX-9 to Europe
American car buyers are intimately aware of the fact that SUVs are everywhere and selling like crazy. With gas prices kept low by a flood of Iranian oil into the…
McDonald's in Wales Creates Late Night “Walk-Thru” Option for Drunks, Threatens Concept of American Exceptionalism
Photo Credit: Thomas Hawk A McDonald’s in Wales has opened up a 2:30-4:00 am “walk-thru” option for people that are too drunk to use the drive-thru, and I am outraged.…
Intriguing Rumor: Mazda May Bring Diesel Engines to US Next Year, Reveal Details at LA
The possibility of Mazda bringing its diesel engines to the United States is a frustrating subject. It was first promised to come to us by the summer of 2013, which was…
Differences Between the Cadillac XT4 and the Buick Encore GX
Cadillac XT4 Photo: Cadillac Cadillac and Buick are both upscale GM brands, but how do their small SUVs compare? Here’s a look at how the Cadillac XT4 and the Buick…
Lucky Squirrel Barely Avoids Getting Hit by BMW Vehicle at Nürburgring
Why did the squirrel cross the road? Photo:Ingrid Taylar The Nürburgring motorsports complex is a place where the bravest racers show off their nerves of steel. Evidently, that courage and tenacity…
Crossovers Ensure Positive Third Quarter for Cadillac
The 2020 Cadillac XT6 sold well in its first quarter of availability Photo: Cadillac Thanks to a pair of recently arrived crossover models, Cadillac was able to report a 7.2…
Strong Cadillac XT4 Sales Help Buoy Cadillac's Overall Sales During the First Quarter
The XT4 delivered quite a bit of sales to Cadillac during the first quarter of the year Photo: Cadillac According to Cadillac’s current business strategy, the automaker plans to introduce…
self driving Archives
While fully autonomous vehicles are still a thing of the future, advanced… As the all-electric and self-driving vehicle markets continue to explode, Volkswagen is investing in companies that will help…
Ford Chicago Assembly Plant Archives
Chicago Assembly Plant, which builds the new Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator,… Ford Motor Company has announced that it will invest $50 million into… Ford has kicked off production on…
OPEC Archives
Just a few months ago, the idea of gas costing less than… For the past month or so, gas prices nationwide have been decreasing… With all the talk of electric…
Simple Feature Enhances Aerodynamics of Cadillac XT4
2019 Cadillac XT4 Premium Luxury Photo: Cadillac An increase in aerodynamics seems like it would require big innovations, but Cadillac has discovered a small, super-effective solution. The Cadillac-designed “winglets” present…
In the Rearview: Chicago!
Welcome once again to a somewhat belated edition of In the Rearview, where we bring you some of the top automotive news of the past week (well, starting from the…
Toyota Launches 2020 Prius Prime with Apple CarPlay and Alexa
Photo: Toyota The Toyota Prius Prime is getting numerous upgrades for the 2020 model year, following in the footsteps of the regular Prius, which was redesigned for 2019. Claiming that…
Chevy sports cars Archives
Even if you’re not a car person, chances are you’re familiar with… Some cars boast sticker prices that do not accurately reflect their value,… The market is flooded with options…
GMC Sales Up in August on Pickups, Record Month for Acadia
2015 GMC Sierra 1500 GMC sales were up 3.5% in August with 49,363 units sold, resulting in the brand’s best August in a decade. GMC was carried by high average…
New Chevy Trailblazer Debuts in China
Chevy Trailblazer revealed in China Photo: Chevrolet The Trailblazer, the muscular, powerful, sleek and stylish SUV from Chevy, was recently revealed in China. The Trailblazer offers a smaller option to…
2019 Chevy Camaro ZL1 1LE Gains 10-Speed Automatic Transmission Option
The 2019 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE will soon be offered with a new 10-speed automatic transmission. With its supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine, the Camaro ZL1 1LE is designed to tear…
Could Cadillac's 2020 Plans Include a Hybrid Supercar?
2002 Cadillac Cien Concept Photo: © General Motors President of General Motors North America Mark Reuss all but shut down the suggestion of a Cadillac sports car in an interview…
Waymo Moves To Gain Foothold in China
Self-driving car developer Waymo has made headlines as it spread its testing across the country, offered driverless taxi rides, and threw some serious shade at rival Uber. Now, though, the…
Refreshed 2022 Equinox Loses 2.0-Liter Turbo Engine
The 2022 Equinix will only have one engine option Photo: Chevrolet The Chevrolet Equinox was originally set to get a brand-new refresh for the 2021 model year. Unfortunately, the ongoing…
Car News In the Rearview: Elio? How About Eli-no
Welcome back once again to In the Rearview, where I bring you a digest of some of the top automotive news of the past week, and none of you fools can…
Best Cadillacs for Road Trips
2021 Cadillac Escalade Photo: Cadillac Are you ramping up for a much-anticipated road trip? Whether you’re headed cross-country or just a few hours away, finding a comfortable, reliable, and safe…
UPDATE: U.S. Government Sues Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Over Excess Diesel Emissions
Photo: Coolcaesar Less than a week ago, The News Wheel staff reported that the U.S. Justice Department was preparing a lawsuit to file against Fiat Chrysler Automobiles over accusations that the…
Chevrolet Equinox Makes US News’ List of the 14 Safest SUVs for 2020
Photo: Chevrolet Safety is often the number-one priority of SUV buyers, especially those who have family members to transport. The Chevy Equinox delivers a long list of standard and available…
Mazda Named Best Car Manufacturer in Which? Awards
The 2015 Miata In the 2014 Which? Awards, Mazda took home the title of Best Car Manufacturer. The annual awards determine UK customer favorites for everything from banking brand and…
Mercedes-Benz Vehicles Can Now Activate Amazon Alexa and Google Home
Don’t worry, reading this article won’t accidentally activate your Google device Google Home and Amazon Alexa seem to be in the news quite a lot these days, and not always…
Ghosn Clarifies Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance Reorganization Comments
Do you remember last week when Carlos Ghosn was promising to rework the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance by the end of his new leadership term in 2022? Those comments caused quite a…
quiz Archives
There’s not just one type of bad driver out on the road.… For car enthusiasts like our team at The News Wheel, challenging yourself to… A few months ago, we put…
Mitsubishi President Steps Down as CEO
Osamu Masuko has stepped down from his position as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Mitsubishi Motors but will stay on as the company’s president. The announcement was made at the…
We Have to Wait at Least 5 Years for BMW's Next i Model
Pictured: The 2014 BMW i8 at the Chicago Auto Show If you’re a fan of the heavily-praised all-electric BMW i3 and i8, you’re probably already anticipating the announcement of the…
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Leno Drives the 1910 Buick Bug on New Episode of Jay Leno’s Garage
Back in December, we told you that an upcoming episode of “Jay Leno’s Garage” would feature an extremely rare 1910 Buick Bug, which is one of two ever produced and…
Nürburgring Nordschleife Archives
If you’ve paid attention to Nürburgring lap time announcements of late, you may have noticed that things have gotten a little more confusing… Germany’s Sport Auto has taken the new…
