Alonso Wins Grueling 24 Hours of Daytona
Cadillac has won the 24 Hours of Daytona for the third consecutive time, this time with the #10 car driven by Fernando Alonso, Jordan Taylor, Renger van der Zande, and…
Free, Printable Car-Themed Valentine's Day Cards from The News Wheel
Do you have amorous feelings for an automotive enthusiast but don’t know how to express your affection in a way he/she will understand? Or perhaps you’re a gearhead yourself who…
BMW’s 2013 U.S. Sales Break Annual Record
BMW 6 Series History Detroit automakers aren’t the only nameplates posting record numbers on American soil in 2013. BMW has reported its sales for 2013, and it marks a new…
There are No Stupid Questions, Especially When Trying to Find a Car to Fit Your Lifestyle
Buying a new car is a major investment, and it’s so easy to get distracted by all the bells and whistles available on new vehicles. New cars are just so…
Buying and Owning a Discontinued Car: Frequently Asked Questions
Buick recently discontinued the LaCrosse sedan American automakers have been discontinuing cars left and right over the past several months. If you own one of these models, or if you’re…
Can ECU Remapping Improve Your Car’s Performance?
Your car’s engine control unit, or ECU, is something you probably don’t think about, but remapping it could help you get more power out of your car engine. What are…
Dukes of Hazzard General Lee Charger Goes up for Auction
One of the many General Lee cars from Dukes of Hazzard will be auctioned off later this month There are few cars in the history of television that are quite…
Bad Roads Costing Canadian Drivers
Photo: 四代目火影 via CC Potholes, broken roads, and messed-up asphalt not only diminish the quality of your drive but also put your vehicle at risk. Damage from hitting a pothole…
Formula One 2018: Pre-Season Testing Recap – Day 1
Photo: Jen_ross83 Formula One was back in session today with the first of eight pre-season testing days at the Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona, Spain. Though many will be looking…
What to Do If Your Car Gets Stuck In a Ditch
Photo: Michael Pereckas via CC Whether you’ve slid into a ditch because of slippery conditions or swerved into it due to defensive driving, when your car is stuck, it’s easy…
More General Motors Recalls: Happy Friday!
The General has done it again. Two more General Motors recalls have been issued, but at least this time they’re not about the ignition switches. And another bonus: only 128…
F1 2019 Pre-Season Testing – Week 1 Recap
The teams use green flow-viz paint to test the cars’ aerodynamics Photo: FORMULA 1 | YouTube The first week of pre-season testing for the 2019 Formula One World Championship has…
TxDOT Expands HERO Program to San Antonio
Photo: Falkenpost The Texas Department of Transportation is expanding HERO, its successful roadside assistance program. Keep Your Car Running Strong: Choose genuine Mazda parts Help from a HERO Photo: Pexels…
Ontario Targets Distracted Driving with Strict New Law
Don’t do this in Ontario (or anywhere) If you plan on doing any driving in Ontario, make sure you’re not using any handheld device at the same time. The province…
FCA Canada Supports Windsor-Essex Miracle Food Drive
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Photo: FCA FCA Canada donated six full pallets of non-perishable food to the Windsor-Essex Miracle Food Drive. Delivered to jumpstart the campaign, the food donation from FCA…
Is It Illegal to Drive With a Cracked Windshield?
Photo: Pixabay If you’ve ever had a rock hit your windshield while driving, you know the terror it can inflict. Even the smallest stone can sound like a meteor when…
Could Increased Vehicle Sales Help Jump Start the US Economy?
Buying vehicles like the Chevy Traverse could help to heal a pandemic-rattled country Photo: Chevrolet To say that the auto industry took a hit over the last few months would…
Infographic: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About RV Life
Owning an RV can make for a lifetime of memorable adventures. In a country as vast as the United States, you can easily drive your RV from one side of…
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While the rest of the automotive industry is moving forward with high-tech hybrids and self-driving cars, Dodge is keeping it old school—and it looks like it’s working for the American…
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Muscle car enthusiasts across the country are shaking with excitement after Dodge announced the new Dodge Challenger R/T Shaker models are starting to make their way to Dodge dealerships. With…
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On Sept. 15, sales began in South Korea for the brand-new 2021 Chevy Colorado. The midsize pickup first made a splash in the Asian country a year ago and has…
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FCA just unveiled a completely overhauled Uconnect 5 infotainment system for its vehicle brands, which include Chrysler, Jeep, Ram, and Fiat. This new system is more powerful, more intuitive, and…
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Since it was first revealed back at the 2013 SEMA sow, Dodge and Mopar enthusiasts have been anxiously awaiting the release of the Dodge Scat Pack Stage Kits. With their…
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Chrysler Group today reported that the fuel savings and emissions due to its TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmissions have been astounding. Over their lifetimes, the transmissions, which power more than one…
Study Suggests Drivers Keep Their Hands at the 9 and 3 Position of the Steering Wheel
Keeping your arms parallel to each other behind the wheel is the way to go When you were in driving school, your instructor likely taught you to keep your hands…
No Electric Pickup Trucks in GM's Future EV Expansion Plans
Don’t expect to see an upcoming electric-powered pickup from GM At the moment, General Motors has some pretty lofty goals set for its EV and autonomous vehicle initiatives. By 2023,…
Automakers and Startups Suggest Fix to Prevent Crashes Like Fatal Self-Driving Uber Collision
Much scorn and attention are being thrown around in the wake of a self-driving Uber crash that killed a woman who was crossing the street away from a crosswalk. In…
5 Beginner’s Tips for Driving with a Trailer
Photo: The News Wheel There’s always a first time for driving with a trailer, whether you’ve rented a moving trailer to transport furniture to your college dorm or finally reached…
Consumer Reports Declares Chevy Impala Best Large Sedan for Third Straight Year
The Chevy Impala beat out the Chrysler 300 and Ford Taurus to receive this honor While it is true that many car shoppers are favoring crossovers and SUVs these days,…
Lotus Sales Skyrocket, New Model Coming to Geneva
Lotus Evora S Lotus may not sell many cars compared to other automakers, but the first nine months of this financial year have been excellent for the British automaker, selling…
Politicians Test Drive i-Road on Capitol Hill
Politicians test drive i-Road on Capitol Hill After seeing our nation’s leaders lie, backstab, go back on their word, and, if you live in Canada, maybe even do some drugs…
Most Cars Are Gross
With temperatures on the rise and the change of season in the air, people are getting inspired to do a bit of spring cleaning. Unfortunately, that inspiration rarely extends to…
Creepy Car On Reddit Goes Viral, Inspires Us to Write Fake Stephen King Story
A redditor named DonovanGypsy posted the image below to the subreddit r/creepy today, along with the caption “My mechanic asked ‘who else has been under your car lately?’” This creepy…
New Study Finds Nearly 10% of US Bridges Structurally Deficient
The Brooklyn Bridge is one of the most traveled structurally deficient bridges in the US Photo: Jeffrey Zeldman Bridges are an integral part of the United States’ transportation network. Many…
Which Top 50 Country Hits Mention Your Favorite Car Brands?
Country music has always been linked to automotive, especially with the abundant references to pickup trucks. Nearly every country artist — from Taylor Swift to Luke Bryan — has had some…
The Number of Automotive Fatalities Decreased in 2017
On-road fatalities are back on the decline after a few years of increases Contemporary cars come loaded with a wide array of safety features and systems. While these safety features…
The Moghome is a Motorhome You Can Take Anywhere
Photo: Ziegler Adventure Meet the Moghome. Built by the Germany company Ziegler Adventure (and certified by Mercedes-Benz, as you can tell from the badge), this monstrosity of a vehicle could…
Your Personal Data is at Risk When Using Your Rental Car's Infotainment System
Photo: Hertz Car Sales While it can be risky to tap into your own vehicle’s infotainment system, it turns out that your personal data is also at risk when you access…
Honolulu Caps Price Surges for Uber and Lyft
Photo: FreeStocks If you’ve ever had to call an Uber or Lyft during peak hours, you know how expensive it can get. A short ride from downtown to the edge…
Chevrolet Corvette Included on Consumer Reports 10 Most Satisfying Cars List for 2017
Consumer Reports found that new Corvette owners walked away satisfied with their purchase nearly every time Last month, sales for the Chevrolet Corvette were up by 32.1%. It would seem…
Texas Scientists Race to Save Butterflies from Becoming Roadkill
Photo: Debbie Long The monarch butterfly may be the official state insect of Texas, but that doesn’t prevent millions of the poor bugs from ending up as splatter on drivers’…
Chevy Volt Camouflage Is Tough Business
The next generation of the Chevy Volt won’t be making a public appearance until January of next year at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, meaning that engineers…
The All-New 2020 Outlander Sport
2020 Outlander Sport Photo: Mitsubishi Motors Already an impressive lineup, the Outlander models are getting some much anticipated upgrades for the 2020 model year. With lots of design and feature…
Unicorn Captured On California Roadway
Last week was so magical in California. No, I’m not talking about the Oscars or any other type of Hollywood magic. I’m talking about the fact that there was a…
How to Remove Crayon Marks from Car Upholstery
Photo: marimari1101 While receiving a handmade drawing from a child relative or friend can be heartwarming, those crayon markings left on your vehicle’s interior likely incite a different reaction. If…
Corvette C8.R Makes its iRacing Debut
Photo: Chevrolet Didn’t get a chance to score one of those sweet new C8 Corvettes? Well, fire up your gaming rig, because this mid-engine marvel just became available as part…
OnStar's Stolen Vehicle Assistance Suite Can Help Drivers Recover Their Stolen Vehicles
Whenever vehicle theft strikes, OnStar is there to help Photo: Wikimedia Commons According to the FBI, vehicle thefts recently hit an eight-year high in 2017. As such, drivers are looking…
Top 7 U.S. Vacation Destinations for Car Geeks
Planning a vacation? Why not feed your inner car geek at the same time? Whether you prefer cutting-edge Corvettes or classic Cadillacs, these seven museums definitely have something to satisfy…
2021 Chevy Trailblazer Makes Best Cars for College Grads’ List
2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer Photo: Chevrolet The 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer took the number one spot on Autotrader’s list of the 10 Best Cars for Recent College Graduates. The well-equipped SUV easily…
Tennessee Highway Safety Office Gives Scholarships to Safe Drivers
Photo: Sixflashphoto via CC For the second year, the Tennessee Highway Safety Office and the American Automobile Association will team up to help safe teen drivers further their educations. For…
