Signs It’s Time to Take the Keys
Driving is an exhilarating personal freedom, and it’s difficult to know when it’s time to relinquish that freedom. Whether, injury, health, or age forces the decision to stop driving, it…
What to Do If There's an Angry or Suspicious Driver Following You
Driving is typically a mundane, uneventful experience, but every now and then, you’re faced with an unexpected situation–typically not a good one. One of the most stressful and panic-inducing situations…
Steps to Boosting Your Credit Score and Getting the Best Rate on a Car Loan
good credit score by cafecredit Car ownership is a necessity for many Americans. But becoming a car owner can be a stressful process, especially if your credit score is lacking…
How to Avoid Sliding on the Ice in Your Car
When the roads look like this, make sure you remember these tips on how to avoid sliding on ice in your car Across the country, winter has finally arrived, dusting…
Chevrolet’s April Sales Gains Driven by Crossovers and Pickups
The 2015 Chevy Colorado Chevrolet enthusiastically (and somewhat randomly) plugged April 1st as the “#BestDayEver.” But did April as a whole prove to be the #BestMonthEver for the bowtie brand?…
2016 Chevy Equinox Overview
Debuted in Chicago earlier this year and set to be released this fall, the 2016 Chevy Equinox is a mid-generation refresh with a redesigned front and rear fascia and several…
Criminal Fails Attempted GTA Because He Can't Drive Stick
The stick shift: the bane of bad criminals (and uninitiated drivers) There’s a certain contingent of automotive enthusiasts and experienced drivers who will swear up and down that the only…
Max Verstappen Wins Monaco Grand Prix, Leads Championship
Photo: Honda Max Verstappen won the 2021 Monaco Grand Prix and, for the first time in his Formula 1 career, now leads the drivers’ championship. The Dutchman had qualified second…
How and When to Watch the 2017 World Endurance Championship
Photo: b34rzz The 2017 World Endurance Championship (WEC) kicked off with the 6 Hours of Silverstone last weekend, where Toyota narrowly beat Porsche to LMP1 victory. If you caught the…
2015 Mexican Grand Prix Recap: Rosberg Finally Gets His Win
Rosberg enjoys his victory under the shade of a sombrero The 2015 Mexican Grand Prix at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez in Mexico City was the first Grand Prix to take…
WalletHub Announces 2021 Best and Worst Cities to Drive In
How does your city rank? If you ask the internet, there’s no doubt that someone from every city will claim that theirs is either the absolute best or worst to…
Make Sure You Properly Sanitize Your Accessible Van from COVID-19
Photo: The News Wheel If you have a physical disability or chronic illness, you need to be extra careful during this pandemic to protect yourself from a coronavirus infection. Compromised…
First Look at Brand-New VW I.D. Coupe-Crossover Concept [PHOTO]
Volkswagen has made a tenacious effort to begin reinventing its lineup by imbuing it with a wave of electric vehicles (EVs). Turning to zero-emissions EVs as a promising path for…
What’s Up with Turn Signals Anyway?
Turn signals haven’t seen much innovation in the last 70-plus years. What’s up with that? Pictured: 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer Turn signals are incredibly antiquated. As cars have become more modern…
VW Cross Coupe GTE Has World Premiere at Detroit Auto Show
The new VW Cross Coupe GTE concept that debuted this morning in Detroit Volkswagen wants to become the biggest automaker in the world, but it’s having some trouble making inroads in…
The New Majority: Millennials and Gen Xers Dominate Classic Car Market
Photo: bryc42013 According to Hagerty, one of the world’s largest communities of classic car aficionados, millennials and Gen Xers now comprise the majority of the classic car market. These two…
Chevy Unveils Indy 500-Ready Speedway Aero Kit
Honda recently revealed its “Super Speedway” aero kit, and not to be outdone, Chevrolet has just debuted its own speedway aero kit to be used on high-speed ovals in the…
The Basics of Tooling and Auto Part Production
Photo: © General Motors If you stay up to date on upcoming vehicles, chances are you’ve probably come across the word “tooling.” Let’s take a closer look at exactly what…
Review of 'Steve McQueen: Le Mans in the Rearview Mirror' by Don Nunley
Many people know 1971’s Le Mans as an unconventional racing film that endured a tumultuous production and resulted in lackluster box office and critical reception. The film, directed by Lee H. Katzin and staring…
US Government Issues Call to Action As Traffic Deaths Increase 7.2%
An increase in traffic deaths has made the US government ask outside groups to help find a solution The United States has a big problem and it has to do…
Soon, You Can Get Your New Chevy Delivered to Daytona International Speedway (and Take It Around the Track)
Photo: Parker Anderson It’s a rare spectator at Daytona who hasn’t thought to themselves, “I wonder what it would be like to drive around the Speedway?” Well, for select new…
Car Stolen 27 Years Ago Found in Ohio's Maumee River
Like this one, but fresh from a river Photo: RL GNZLZ via CC Returning to your car after dinner or a movie to find that it’s no longer there is…
Chevy Tahoe and Traverse Named to US News’ List of Most Reliable Three-Row SUVs
2018 Chevrolet Tahoe Premier When you invest in a car, especially a family-friendly SUV designed to handle everyday commutes, epic road trips, and every journey in-between while providing ample space…
2015 Forester Pricing Information
2014 Subaru Forester Subaru today announced its 2015 Forester pricing information*, touting the Forester’s double victory as Motor Trend’s Sport/Utility Vehicle of the Year award. Related: Ford EcoBoost Sales Hit…
Cadillac's 3.6-Liter V6 Named One of Ward's 10 Best Engines
The all-new Cadillac 3.6-liter V6 Photo: © General Motors Cadillac’s all-new 3.6-liter V6 engine, which will feature in the all-new CT6 sedan and XT5 crossover as well as the 2016…
10 More Car-Themed Dad Jokes to Get You Through Your Week
We all know that Dad Jokes are the best jokes; they’re so bad they become hilarious. Plus, puns and corny punch lines offer innocent and all-age appropriate laughs. We’ve given you some car-related…
GM Names Boler-Davis New EVP of Global Manufacturing
New Executive Vice President of Global Manufacturing Alicia Boler-Davis and GM CEO Mary Barra © General Motors General Motors announced today that Alicia Boler-Davis will be the company’s new executive…
GM Names Jeffrey A. Taylor New Chief Compliance Officer
New GM Chief Compliance Officer Jeffrey A. Taylor Today, General Motors announced the appointment of 51-year-old Jeffrey A. Taylor to the position of Deputy General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer.…
Mobile Game Review: 'Parking Jam'
Imagine this, but on your phone and constantly interrupted by ads Photo: Welt-der-Form via CC Let’s be honest: we’ve all gotten addicted to a silly mobile game at some point…
How to Deal with Traffic Stress
Fffffffffffffffffffffffffffff Photo: Valentina under CC BY-ND 2.0 Some things in life are inevitable, such as death, taxes… and getting stuck in traffic. If you live in a busy metro area,…
Can I Get a Car Loan With Bad Credit?
Many dealerships will work with you to finance your new ride…even if your credit score is less than stellar Need a new vehicle, but have bad credit? Getting a car…
2022 Chevrolet Blazer Overview
Photo: Chevrolet Reintroduced in 2019, the Chevy Blazer is an exciting mid-size crossover SUV option that blends the classic style of its original namesake with cutting-edge tech that Chevy is…
2022 Chevrolet Equinox Overview
Photo: Chevrolet As the modern version of a traditional family car, the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox prioritizes safety, reliability, and interior design that balances usefulness and comfort. For the new model…
Why Are There Fewer and Fewer Cars with Manual Transmissions?
Photo: aimhelix / Flickr The other day, I wrote an article that gave a basic explanation of the purpose of gears. I wanted to write it because in my experience,…
Top 5 Weird Car Laws in Illinois
No matter which state you live in, there are dozens of obsolete car laws that remain in place to this day. While it’s unlikely you’ll be arrested for any of…
Bears Have Figured Out How to Open Car Doors (By Using the Handle)
So here’s some news to make you lock your car: Bears across the country seem to have figured out how to open car doors. William and Sara Hefner were on…
Google Maps Will Prioritize Efficiency in New Update
Photo: PxHere via CC If you’re anything like most drivers on the road today, odds are you’ve kicked traditional maps to the curb in favor of smartphone apps that offer…
How to Remove Skunk Smell From Your Car
Photo: Dan Dzurisin via CC Skunks are common roadkill victims that often leave a lingering stench on your vehicle’s exterior. Sometimes, the smell can make its way to a vehicle’s…
Behind the Badge: What Animal Is on the No-Longer-Used Saab Symbol?
Saab AB (Svenska Aeroplan Aktiebolaget or “Swedish Aeroplane Limited”) began as an aviation and defense manufacturer in 1937 out of Trollhättan, Sweden. In the late 1960s, the company began creating…
What is a Boxer Engine?
Photo: Chad Kainz If you’ve ever watched a Subaru or Porsche commercial or read any sort of promotional material for their cars, you’ve likely heard of the term “boxer engine,”…
2021 Challenger Named a Cheap Car With Lots of Horsepower
The 2021 Dodge Challenger Photo: FCA If you want a powerful new car, you often have to pay a high price for it. However, U.S. News & World Report proves…
How to Navigate a Car Accident
Global road accident statistics show that about 1.25 million people worldwide die as a consequence of a car accident each year. When divided by the number of days in a…
My Cousin Vinny was Almost Perfect
Photo from Greg Gjerdingen via Flikr In 1992, the genre of courtroom drama saw its watershed moment with the release of My Cousin Vinny. The film is a comedy masterpiece involving…
5 Weird Roadside Attractions in Ohio
Photo: Nick Youngson Many tourists flock to Ohio to enjoy its scenic parks, waterfalls, and streams, as well as its historical attractions. Other tourists prefer venturing off the beaten path…
Ways to Extend the Life of Your Car
Modern cars are built to last, but the way you drive, the maintenance you perform, and a lot of other factors impact the longevity of your car’s life. The following…
Fact or Myth: Do Highway Gas Stations Sell Diluted Gasoline?
Has anyone warned you against filling your car at a highway gas station, proclaiming that filling pumps adjacent to major freeways dilute their gas? That’s a surprisingly common belief among…
Three Fuel Economy Misconceptions to Ignore
Since the dawn of automotive engineering, there have been stories, tall tales, and falsehoods that have been perpetuated as truths. And to this day, a lot of misconceptions are focused…
The Elegance of Simple Features: Wheels
Photo: Sholty1970 Modern vehicles come with a borderline-insane number of advanced safety features that can do everything from alerting you when you’re getting sleepy to automatically applying the brakes to…
4 Reasons Your Tire is Losing Pressure
Although I am aware that my driver’s side tire has a slow leak, it is still frustrating to see the tire pressure warning light pop up on my dashboard. That…
Corvette Museum Gears Up to Host Hot Wheels Exhibit
Photo: David Fulmer via CC While the Corvette Museum in Bowling Greene, Kentucky may be a dream destination for auto enthusiasts, the hands-off nature of most of its exhibits may…
