Leasing Is Increasing Amongst New Car Customers
An increasing number of drivers are choosing to lease a new vehicle rather than buy it Here at The News Wheel, we’ve already written about how the increasing transaction prices…
Uncommon Car Colors: 2019 Models Available in Green
Photo: All vehicle images above are attributed to their respective OEMs Of all the available body colors offered on new models, green is definitely the scarcest and least popular. For…
2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Named North American Car of the Year
Photo: Chevrolet Wowing a panel of expert judges, the all-new 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray recently drove away with the prestigious 2020 North American Car of the Year award. This eighth-generation…
2016 Camaro to be Stronger as Well as Lighter
Get #hyped © GM In advance of its May 16th debut, Chevy is hyping the 2016 Camaro like nobody’s business. After revealing that the sixth-gen model will be 200 pounds…
Bruce Springsteen Tops Drivers’ Pick for Road Trip Vocalist
Since it’s all about the journey and not the destination, road trips are nothing without a good soundtrack. And according to a national survey conducted by IMR Inc. of 25,000…
GM, Joint Ventures Combine for Record March Sales in China
2015 Cadillac ATS-L Photo: © General Motors Sales of General Motors’ vehicles and the vehicles of its various joint ventures in China were up 8% year-over-year in March, setting a…
Daniel Ricciardo Leaves Red Bull & Signs With Renault F1
“What have I done?” – Ricciardo, probably. After Daniel Ricciardo had confirmed he would stay with Red Bull Racing, he pulled a switcheroo on everyone by signing with Renault, the…
James Corden Hits the Road With ‘Beauty and the Beast’
This image is not from the upcoming live action Beauty and the Beast. Photo: Dan Stevens/The Late Late Show Disney first announced that it was taking on a live-action adaptation…
Subaru’s March Sales Show Large Increases
The 2015 Subaru Legacy experienced a 90% increase in sales over March of last year Subaru’s March sales report indicates that sales of the automaker’s models fared much better in…
Enter Our Steve McQueen Graphic Novel Giveaway Contest!
Steve McQueen was one of the coolest icons of the twentieth century, and he’s been immortalized in Motorbooks’ new graphic novel: Steve McQueen: Full Throttle Cool. This 100-page biography features dynamic black-and-white…
Not Particularly Convincing Attempt at Viral Video Sees Granny Smashing Windshield
Sometimes, when one surfs the Internet long enough, they might stumble upon a picture or a video of a candid moment or an unexpected occurrence that strikes them as funny.…
2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV Overview
Photo: Chevrolet Hot off of a mid-cycle refresh, the 2022 Bolt EV offers additional technology, updated styling, and an improved powertrain. You can pick between two different trim levels on…
Chevrolet Performance Sonic RS Concept Looking Good, SEMA-Bound
Chevrolet will be bringing a number of unique and exciting concepts to the 2013 SEMA Show, including unique spins on models such as the Malibu, Cruze, and Spark. However, one…
GM Defense Scores $214.3 Million Military Deal
Photo: GM Defense As we’ve previously reported, GM Defense — the branch of the company that produces vehicles for use in the military — has been working on an infantry…
California Considers Prohibition on Combustion-Engine Vehicles
As EV technology advances, states like California are starting to adopt more rigorous plans to ditch diesel Photo: Wikimedia Commons Clean air is a big deal in California. So much…
West Virginia University Researchers Conclude FCA Diesel Models Produce Up to 20 Times the Legal Level of Nitrogen Oxide Allowed
Volkswagen’s emissions scandal and FCA’s emissions scandal just became a lot more similar During the investigation into Volkswagen’s emissions cheating scandal, some of the most important evidence was gathered from…
Sad Max: Reviewing “Warrior of the Lost World”
It’s Mad Max on a motorcycle… a talking motorcycle Photo: Pixabay via CC Wherever success and uniqueness exist, you’re sure to find imitators. This couldn’t be more true when it…
Hawaii Boasts the Second Highest Percentage of Hybrid or Electric Vehicles in the US
Ka’u, Hawaii Photo: Les Williams According to the latest report from Insurify, more than half a million hybrid and electric vehicles sold in 2017. The report also ranked the top…
Study: Hey, Maybe Listening to Justin Bieber is Good For You Somehow
What do the songs “Sorry” by Justin Bieber, “The Winner Takes It All” by Abba, and “Mr. Brightside” by The Killers have in common? Clearly, it is not that they…
How to Make Your Car the Perfect Rideshare Vehicle
Strive for five-star reviews with these helpful tips Photo: www.quotecatalog.com via CC If you’re thinking of becoming an Uber or Lyft driver, you need to ensure you’re well-equipped for what’s…
You searched for behind the badge
Ever wonder what the meaning behind your favorite automotive company’s logo is? Let’s uncover the hidden symbolism behind 20 of the most prominent car badges. Are you ready to have…
Donald Trump Nearly Got the Chance to Call Mary Barra Ugly
The recent Wikileaks info dump of hacked emails has turned up a list of possible vice presidential picks that were apparently considered by the Hillary Clinton campaign, before it ultimately…
These Are the Cars You’ll See at a Donald Trump Rally
Donald Trump speaking at a rally Photo: Michael Vadon Ahead of the Ohio primaries on March 15th, the one and only Donald J. Trump made a quick stop at the…
You searched for paint
When it comes to vehicle color, Audi has a unique and fun way of standing out from the crowd. For several years now, the automaker has offered a staggering amount…
When to Use Your Car’s Headlights
Photo: The News Wheel Unless your car has automatic daytime-running headlights, you’ve got to decide when to switch your headlights on and off — and when to use the high…
Safety Hurdles in Self-Driving Car Market Expansion
In recent years, innovators have been working on creating vehicles that are able to drive without the need for a human pilot. These autonomous vehicles have the capacity to significantly…
What’s the Proper Tire Inflation Level for My Car?
Having your car’s tires filled to their proper level is crucial. Doing so optimizes fuel efficiency, traction against the pavement, and the tire’s structural integrity. Filling a tire to a…
Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 Hits 305-Mile Range
Ford’s California-themed pony achieves 305 miles of electric range Photo: Ford For as much as Ford has marketed its new Mustang Mach-E around its performance deliverables, its electric range is…
Minnesota Hosts Cold Weather Performance Testing for Cars
Photo: Chris Peeters This winter, you likely experienced your fair share of cold, ice, and snow in the northeast and central part of the U.S. All-wheel drive powertrains and the…
Is It OK to Use Flex Fuel in My Car?
Some signs that your vehicle is flex-fuel friendly Photo: Mariordo via CC If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s safe to use flex fuel with your vehicle, you’re in the right…
‘Hellephant’ 426 HEMI Crate Engine Available for Pre-Order
The Mopar “Hellephant” 426 Supercharged Crate HEMI Engine that generates 1,000 horsepower and 950 lb-ft of torque is now available for pre-order Photo: FCA The wait is up, as the…
GM Pours Billions Into EV Production at Factory ZERO, Spring Hill
GM’s Detroit-Hamtramck plant is now named Factory ZERO Photo: Steve Fecht for General Motors General Motors is in the midst of a bold transition to electric vehicles — and to…
Chevrolet Shows Off New 2017 Chevy Cobalt…for South America
Welcome back the Chevrolet Cobalt, previously discontinued in 2010, and now showing up as a new subcompact sedan. Unfortunately for us in the United States, it is only to be…
2022 Chevrolet Suburban Overview
Photo: Chevrolet As the world’s longest-running nameplate, the Suburban has contributed size, utility, and style to the Chevrolet lineup for nearly 90 years. The 2022 Suburban continues that legacy, providing…
2019 Chevy Malibu Named One of the Best Used Hybrid Cars
The 2019 Malibu Photo: Chevrolet Although hybrid cars cost more than traditional cars when new, they have much closer pricing when bought used. If you’re searching for a more affordable…
Chevrolet Will Start Delivering 2019 Silverado Crew Cab Models This Month
Photo: © General Motors Customers eager to get behind the wheel of a new 2019 Chevrolet Silverado won’t have to wait much longer. Crew cab models of the full-size pickup…
Uber To Rehab Its London Image with Clean Air Plan
Uber lately has been a series of PR fires, with CEO Dara Khosrowshahi more often than not playing the role of firefighter. One of these fires was London, where the…
Two Crows vs. a Range Rover
Photo: Richard McDonald While the Range Rover is one of Land Rover’s most capable and rugged SUV models, sometimes it attracts the most unusual vandals. Case in point: the two…
Least Coveted Car Features
Each year, automakers release their lineups with innovative tech, new features, and better powertrains. Some vehicle features, though, fail to resonate with drivers. Each year AutoPacific quizzes recent car buyers…
You searched for 2015 corvette z06
Winning a Corvette is a pretty exciting experience (we imagine). Basic math would dictate that winning two Corvettes would double the fun—especially when one’s a brand new supercharged Z06, and the…
2020 Chevrolet Malibu Overview
Photo: Chevrolet The Chevy Malibu was first introduced in 1964 as a convertible subseries of the Chevelle. After a 14-year hiatus starting in 1983, the Malibu reentered our lives in…
Pickups Led GM’s August 2014 Sales Charge
©GM GM’s August 2014 sales were technically down 1 percent compared to last August, but on a selling day adjusted basis, total sales were actually up 2 percent, led by…
Mazda6 Awarded The Car Book's ‘Best Bets’ Title
You would think that, eventually, Mazda would get sick of all the awards its vehicles win. Of course, it isn’t, as it has now proudly announced that the Mazda6—the brand’s…
US Truck Sales Surpass Passenger Car Sales for the First Time
More U.S. consumers are rallying to full-size trucks like the GMC Sierra, according to the latest research Photo: GM If you’ve been monitoring U.S. vehicle sales trends the past couple…
Best Dog Breeds for Active RVers
Photo: Hauke Musicaloris via CC Nothing beats having canine company while exploring the countryside in an RV camper. But what are the best dog breeds for active RVers? With over…
General Motors Wins 2020 ENERGY STAR Award
Photo: Energy Star General Motors just earned a significant award. As a 2020 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year — Sustained Excellence winner, GM has earned the highest honor from…
Android Auto Now Available in Every Car
If you own a modern iOS or Android device, you’re probably familiar with the ache of getting into a car that doesn’t feature Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, forcing you…
5 Worst Foods to Eat While Driving
Photo: Yelp Inc. on Flickr If you’re on the go and eat behind the wheel a lot, you are technically driving distracted. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration defines distracted…
Do the Police Have the Right to Search Your Vehicle During a Traffic Stop?
If you’re pulled over by a police officer, it’s possible they will want to search your vehicle. But many drivers have one simple question: do I have to say yes?…
Santa Claus is Comin' to Carpool Karaoke for a 2017 Holiday Special
With the holiday season in full swing, everyone is looking for ways to celebrate. James Corden is using his popular series, Carpool Karaoke, to send out a bit of holiday…
