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Writing on Car Windows 101

Chalk markers are an easy way to adorn your car with festive messages Photo: Rene Asmussen via Pexels Writing on your car’s windows is a festive way to celebrate special…

General Motors: An Early History

GM Technical Center in Warren, MichiganGeneral Motors is one of the largest automakers in the U.S., with big name brands like Chevy, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac under its umbrella. But…

Armadillo Roadkill Surprises Wisconsin Drivers

Photo: Robert Nunnally While driving through the lush forests and countryside of Wisconsin, you expect majestic vistas, complete with wildflowers, rivers, and the occasional deer. However, a Wisconsin motorist got…

Mazda's Tradition of Karakuri Gives Them an Edge

Mazda and other Japanese automakers like Toyota might have a distinct advantage over other companies because of a cultural tradition called karakuri, which involves finding simple and unique solutions to…

LEGO Releases New C7 Corvette ZR1 Technic Kit

Photo: auto imagen Many car enthusiasts enjoy channeling their passion for autos by assembling vehicle models kits from manufacturers like LEGO. While past LEGO Technic kits have highlighted European performance…

Cannybot Toy Cars Drive Children to Learn Robotics, Programming, 3D Printing

Looking for a real toy your digitally-addicted child can play with that isn’t on a smart phone? The future of remote control racing is here, and it uses basic 3D…

2018 Mazda6 Overview

With a fresh new design and a much more upscale look on life, the 2018 Mazda6 is taking its place as the flagship passenger car for the Zoom-Zoom brand with…

What Are the Worst Drivers on the Road? Our Picks

Some drivers, it seems, deserve a permanent placard reading “Warning, I drive like I have a car full of bees” on their bumper. No matter the reason why, our roadways…

[VIDEO] Footage Of Caitlyn Jenner’s Fatal Crash Finally Released

A photo of the aftermath of the fatal car accident that Bruce Jenner (now Caitlyn Jenner) was involved in a few months ago Photo: Twitter Video of Caitlyn Jenner’s fatal…

Why Does My Car's Proximity Alert Beep When Nothing Is There?

Photo: The News Wheel Vehicle safety continues to evolve and become more accessible to the average driver. What used to be featured only on only high-end models has become widely…

AAA Study: 60% of Teen-Involved Crashes Caused By Distraction

Cover for Using Naturalistic Driving Data to Assess the Prevalence of Environmental Factors and Driver Behaviors in Teen Driver Crashes Photo: AAA Today, the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety released…

Potatoes and Cars: A Tribute to National Potato Day

Photo: taltigolt Potatoes and cars — such an unusual combination. However, there are quite a few scenarios where potatoes intersect with vehicles and transportation. Here are just four car-related celebrations…

In Praise of “The Honking,” the Only Halloween Episode of Futurama

Bender transforms into a “were-car” in the classic Futurama episode “The Honking” Horror movies and cars are a pretty natural pairing. While it’s not quite as close as the relationship…

What Happens If You Drive off with the Gas Hose?

Driving away from a gas pump with the gas hose still attached happens more frequently than you might think — whether it’s a case of morning brain fog, or succumbing…

What Happens if You Overfill Engine Oil?

Oil changes are a key component of routine maintenance While regular oil changes are an essential part of routine car care, putting too much oil in the engine can be…

A Gearhead's Review of Netflix's “Buddy Thunderstruck” Show

Photo: Netflix, Inc. Netflix has become known for its adult-oriented shows and movies, but the online video streaming service has produced a myriad of original children’s programming, too. Last year,…

British EV Chargers Retract Into the Sidewalk After Use

Electric vehicles continue to thrive in Europe. While no one can deny the benefit they bring to the environment, few people find EV chargers visually attractive — especially when those…

Gender Statistics: Do Men and Women Crash Their Cars Differently?

Photo: Thue via Wikimedia/CC While the idea isn’t always politically correct, numerous studies have been performed that illustrate the differences between men and women—the ways they think, the ways they…

FCA Sets Numerous New Sales Records in 2018

A number of Fiat Chrysler’s brands and models set personal sales records in 2018 Fiat Chrysler sales have been extremely high throughout 2018. Therefore, it’s not all that surprising to…

Automotive Brands with the Highest Average Mileage Lifespan

When you invest thousands and thousands of dollars into a car, you want to ensure that the vehicle you’re buying isn’t going to fall apart in the next couple years.…

Stellantis Earns Highest Score on Disability Equality Index

Photo: FCA Stellantis received the highest score possible on the annual Disability Equality Index. This benchmarking tool found that the company has put in place strategies to support disability equality…

Behind the Badge: Where Did Dodge's Hellcat Name & Logo Come From?

Where does this fierce logo and name originate? If there’s one moniker that stirs excitement in gearheads, it’s Dodge’s Hellcat. These supercharged variants of Dodge’s most popular models make the…

Considering the Environmental Impact of Hyperloop Routes in the US

Earlier this year, the city of Columbus, Ohio, initiated a feasibility study to install a hyperloop route from Cleveland to Chicago. Ohio isn’t the only state taking strides toward this…

Is It Really Necessary to Wax My Car?

Photo: The News Wheel Be honest: Do you actually take the time to wax your car on a regular basis? Or do you just drive it through an automatic car…

Mustang of the Day: 1969 Mustang Boss 302

The word “boss” took on a new cultural connotation in the 1950s as rock ‘n roll took over the airwaves. If something was boss, it was considered the very best…