GM’s New 8L90 Eight-Speed Transmission to Extend to Other Models
GM’s 8L90 eight-speed transmission may be extended to other models. ©GM The 2015 Corvette Stingray introduces us to GM’s new 8L90 eight-speed transmission, but the gearbox will also find its…
Mazda's New Sports Car Concept Looking More Like New RX-9
Remember when Mazda released that single teasing image of a new sports car concept vehicle, to be revealed at the upcoming Tokyo Motor Show, and we (and pretty much everyone…
2015 Corvette Z06 0 – 60 and Quarter-Mile Times Are Jaw-Dropping Awesome
The 2015 Corvette Z06 0 – 60 time is just 2.95 seconds. Chevrolet yesterday announced the 2015 Corvette Z06 0 – 60 and quarter-mile times, and even though they are…
The Average Price for a New Vehicle Grows as More Customers Choose Trucks and SUVs
Consumers will find that as they abandon the sedan segment, vehicle prices will rise General Motors’ recent decision to shed six sedans from its vehicle lineup carries with it some…
Vehicle Preview: 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
Our favorite car-review YouTuber, Doug DeMuro, stopped by the Dubai Auto Show this weekend and gave us a closer look at the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, and it’s a monster.…
People are Still Working on Flying Cars
The new cutting-edge technology that everyone in the auto industry wants to talk about is self-driving cars. Not going to lie, we all are probably looking forward to the day…
4 Tips for Safely Trying Out the Habit of Hypermiling
Hypermiling can help reduce your car’s fuel usage so you can save on gas and curb emissions Photo: The News Wheel If you’re not familiar with hypermiling, it’s the practice…
Stolen Car Search Leads to Search for Almost 100 Stolen Handguns
A search for a stolen car has led to the discovery of 55 stolen guns, with 41 still missing. On September 17th, a woman in Pembroke Pines, Florida, spotted her…
Florida Man Arrested After Painting Own Name on Police Car
Here’s a scenario: You are painting with a nice bucket of blue paint. You have been drinking a little bit (to aid in the painting process, we guess?). Then police…
All-New 2019 Chevy Silverado LT Will Cost $700 Less Than Last Year's Model
The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Buyers lining up to purchase the new 2019 Chevrolet Silverado are in luck. The pickup’s volume-selling LT trim will carry an MSRP that’s $700 less than…
Possible Travelling Wise Man Found Walking Naked Along Highway
According to details of an arrest affidavit out of Florida, a man probably named “Nathan” was arrested for walking naked along a major road. The story gets really weird from…
Angela Bassett Discusses Built Ford Proud in “The Essence of Pride”
Angela Bassett sits radiantly in a Ford Expedition MAX in “The Essence of Pride” Photo: Ford Motor Company Angela Bassett is, let’s just say it, incredible. For going on 30…
GM Global Sales For 2013 Total 9.7 Million Vehicles
General Motors was no doubt proud to announce last week that cumulative global sales for 2013 totaled 9,714,652; this figure was good enough for a 4 percent increase over GM…
There Could be Plenty Wrong Under the Hood
Whether you have recently bought a vehicle or are planning to sell your vehicle to cash for cars in Adelaide, it is important to keep up with basic maintenance. While…
Carbon-Based Graphene: The Future of Automobile Construction
This carbon fiber material could be replaced by something far stronger and lighter: graphene Imagine a material 100 times stronger than steel. It can conduct electricity better than anything in use…
You searched for mitsubishi lancer evolution
This is it—the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is officially done. The very last Lancer Evo Final Edition produced for North American markets (serial US1600) has been sold at auction, marking the…
Mazda's Adaptive Headlights Are Brighter Than You Are
There’s nothing worse than bright headlights at night… or having to dim yours for passers-by! Photo:Gavin Clarke via CC Either you’re one or the other. Do you prefer driving with…
One Grandma's Plan to Stop Speeders in Her Neighborhood
Photo: amber.kennedy via CC Speeding drivers had been causing quite the stir in one Montana neighborhood. Aside from adding noise pollution, they posed a threat to the safety of local…
You searched for F-150
Stop me if you’ve heard this one before: The all-new 2021 Ford F-150 and all-electric Mustang Mach-E scooped up a pair of major awards. Ford’s award-winning dynamic duo did it…
Ludacris Got Acuras in Different Area Codes
Ludacris’ newest “fantasy car,” the 2016 Acura NSX, debuts at the 2015 Detroit Auto Show Hip hop artist, Fast & Furious star, and geography enthusiast Ludacris is a lover of…
Celebrate Ford’s 100 Years by Exploring the Man Who Started it All
100 years ago, in 1903 Henry Ford introduced the first mass produced car known as the Model T. Richard Snow, former Editor of American Heritage magazine, has documented Ford’s early…
Car News In the Rearview: Is the Fiesta Done for?
Welcome to In the Rearview, where I bring you a digest of the week’s top automotive news, both in convenient video and written form. Meet the Family: Have a look…
Russian Police Pull Over Speeding Hearse Filled With Black Gold (We're Talking Fish Eggs)
Quick: what is the most expensive thing that regularly comes out of Russia? No, we are not referring to wars or Vladimir Putin—we are talking about caviar. For those unfamiliar,…
Internet Sensation Joe Santagato Describes His Eventful Uber Experience
Joe Santagato is famous across multiple Internet platforms for his rants, story, and other humorous videos. His most recent story dives into what can only be described as an eventful experience…
What Are the Differences Between the Chevrolet Equinox and the Chevrolet Blazer?
The Blazer is all about performance and style Photo: Chevrolet The 2021 Equinox and 2021 Blazer slot right next to each other, but these Chevrolet SUV models couldn’t be more…
Car News In the Rearview: The Pope and the Chinese Electric Revolution
Welcome to In the Rearview, where we bring you the last week’s car news, in nicely condensed form. Photo:Rafaelle Esposito This week, we start with a Pope-whack, as Pope Francis…
How To Pay The Taxes On A Car You Won
Winning a car from a contest can be the ultimate achievement. But sadly, such a large and expensive prize does not come completely free. As you settle in behind the…
Some Nut Threw a Batarang at the Police Car Chasing Him
Sometimes, the news can get a little dry and dark, with all of the rumors about the size of engines of cars that haven’t been made yet mingling with stories…
2019 Chevrolet Malibu RS Receives Starting Price of $24,995
The Malibu gets a sporty makeover The Chevrolet Malibu’s latest trim level for the 2019 model year, the Malibu RS, supplies a sportier feel to the mid-size sedan. Drivers who…
What Is the Difference Between MPG and MPGe?
When you’re searching for a new vehicle, especially if efficiency is important to you, you will probably come across two different measurements for fuel economy: MPG and MPGe. MPG stands…
How to Protect Your Car from Pollen
Spring is a glorious and messy season. Rain will fall. Flowers will bloom, and pollen will cover everything in sight. If your vehicle is in the line of pollen’s path,…
Man Regains Vision, Buys a Corvette as First Car
Photo: Falcon® Photography via CC It isn’t often that highly-specialized surgical procedures and automotive enthusiasm cross paths, but that’s exactly what happened this month. A 44-year-old legally blind man regained…
What You Should Do if You Run Out of Gas
Photo: The News Wheel Even with all the technology and reminders in place to help prevent it from happening, there’s still a chance that you’ll wind up running out of…
What is Diesel Exhaust Fluid?
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Diesel Engine Photo: Chevrolet If you drive a diesel-powered vehicle, you’ll have some unique maintenance tasks to keep track of. Unlike gas-powered cars, diesel trucks have a…
Choosing a Vegan Car and Auto Accessories
Photo: Pixabay The concept of veganism can go beyond a diet free from animal products. For some drivers, veganism is an entire lifestyle. And since your vehicle is an important…
6 Fuel Additives to Consider for Your Car
Photo: The News Wheel Normally, you don’t put anything but gasoline into your car’s fuel tank. However, there are some specially designed additives that can help maintain your car, give…
Mustang of the Day: 1965 Mustang Shelby GT350
Next up on our list of the 10 most iconic Mustangs of the last 50 years is the first Mustang Shelby. In order to adequately discuss the first Shelby, we…
4 Tips for Making Your Windshield Wiper Blades Last Longer
Windshield wiper blades are an essential component of your vehicle. While many people know it’s important to replace them approximately every six months, not everyone knows the strategies to prolong their…
Experts Concede That Yellow Lights Are Too Short
Good news if you’ve ever argued that yellow lights are too short to allow adequate time to bring your vehicle to a halt. You now have traffic experts on your…
How Does Window Tinting Work? The Science of Shaded Glass
A 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan with tinted windows There are many useful features on today’s cars that we take for granted without even understanding how they work. Window tinting, for instance,…
Protect Your Eyes Behind the Wheel with the Trendiest Summer Sunglasses of 2015
Stay safe and trendy behind the wheel with a pair of sunglasses Now that it’s warm outside, taking a spin to enjoy the shining sun is more tempting than ever.…
Clean Your Car’s Dashboard With A Pantry Staple
Taking care of your car comes with a hefty cost that goes well beyond the sticker price. From maintenance and repairs to supplies to help keep your car looking shiny…
How To Stay Warm in Your Convertible Year-Round
The Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible Photo: General Motors There’s nothing like spending a beautiful sunny day driving in your convertible with the top down. However, if you utilize your convertible…
Chevrolet Sells over 300 2020 Chevy Corvettes to Japan in Only 60 Hours
Imagine this, but with the steering wheel on the other side Photo: Chevrolet When it comes to desirable sports cars, the Corvette has reigned supreme for multiple generations. The slick…
How, Exactly, Do Tire Treads Work?
Tires are one of the most talked-about parts of your car, and so I found myself wondering just what goes into those treads, and why are they there? If we…
3 Reasons Driving on Worn Out Tires is Dangerous
Photo: Howcast Motorcycle tires aren’t something you think about on a daily basis, but it’s important to note that paying attention to those black pieces of rubber could just save…
Protect Your Eyes While Driving
Photo: Natalie Parker March is known as Workplace Eye Wellness Month. While it’s definitely a good idea to take care of your eyes if you have a corporate job indoors,…
Car Warranty Robocalls and How To Handle Them
Photo: PxHere via CC 2020 was a year that offered countless delights, economic prosperity, and an increase in overall societal harmony. Social media was flooded with people sharing uplifting messages,…
Be Prepared: 3 Tools You Need In Your Car
Photo: The News Wheel The road can be a dangerous place and your car can fail you unexpectedly. From routine fixes like a flat tire to big issues like a…
Road Trips for Nature Lovers: A Visitor’s Guide to Grand Canyon National Park
Grand Canyon National Park Photo: Pixabay Grand Canyon National Park sprawls over 1,904 square miles — that’s slightly larger than Rhode Island. Elevations range from 2,000-8,000 feet and the region…
