Follow These Tips to Prevent Frequent Car Breakdowns
Car ownership allows you to get to wherever you need to go in a quick, comfortable manner. But despite the convenience that car ownership offers, breaking down is a real…
Next-Gen MX-5 May Get Carbon Fiber Makeover
When it came time to create the new generation of the Mazda MX-5 Miata, one of the biggest strategies was part of the brand’s SKYACTIV strategy: lose some weight. Through…
Woman Arrested on Crimes Against Ex-Boyfriend & Spelling
To the English Teacher, there is no greater crime than misspelling a word. However, in the case of Shannon Csapilla, age 20, of Stamford, Connecticut, the police would probably disagree.…
Jane Doe Refuses to Give ID in Taillight Traffic Stop, Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things
A woman in Carroll County near Baltimore, Maryland, was released from jail after a 67-day stay because she refused to identify herself, repeatedly claiming that to do so would violate…
Indianapolis Orders Employees Not To Charge Hybrid Vehicles At Home
Using vehicles like the Ford Fusion Energi has saved Indianapolis thousands of dollars The city of Indianapolis has ordered its employees to stop charging their electric and hybrid work vehicles…
Steve Millen Remembers 24 Hours of Daytona Victory on 20th Anniversary
Steve Millen’s No. 75 Nissan 300ZX In 1994, New Zealand IMSA racecar driver Steve Millen took the pole, fastest lap and victory at the 24 Hours of Daytona while driving…
Autonomous Driving Startup Wants Cars to Talk to You (Partly With Emojis)
Photo: Drive.ai Self-driving cars have one particular problem—while they may be able to fairly easily communicate their traffic intentions, there is one thing that they have yet to be able…
Navigating the US: Getting Around in Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Located beside the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, Gatlinburg has a reputation for scenic views and a relaxing atmosphere. This mountain resort city is located roughly 40 miles southeast of…
Mack Trucks Strikes Partnership to Deliver COVID-19 Supplies
Photo: Mack Trucks Mack Trucks and the American Trucking Association have struck a partnership with the American Logistics Aid Network to deliver critical supplies in the fight against the COVID-19…
Motorhome Industry Developments in the UK
The motorhome industry contributes more than £6 billion to the UK economy through revenue of product sales, holiday bookings, and other related services. While caravans and motorhomes often conjure up…
GM Resuming Full Production Slate at Spring Hill on Monday; Three Other Plants to Follow
GM has invested more than $2 billion in the Spring Hill Manufacturing complex since 2010 Photo: © General Motors Due to a parts shortage created by last month’s earthquakes in…
Gilmore Car Museum Showcases Impact of Women on Automotive Industry
Alice Ramsey and her trusty ride The “Women Who Motor” exhibit at the Gilmore Car Museum in Hickory Corners, Michigan, celebrates the influence, impact, and contributions of women in the…
How to Protect Your Car From Bees and Wasps
Bees and cars just don’t go together Photo: PollyDot via Pixabay Bees and wasps make significant contributions to the ecosystem as well as to humanity, from cross-pollinating flowers and making…
50 Shades of Grey Cars: 2018 Vehicles Available in Sexy Silver Hues
Are you in the mood for something… scandalous? Refined, yet harboring a dark side that wants to thrill you? Give into temptation and feast your eyes on these sensual bodies. We’re…
Presidents Day Sale Sees Discount on 2014 GMC Sierra, Chevy Silverado
2014 GMC Sierra Are you in the market for a new pickup truck and heavily considering a General Motors (Chevrolet/GMC) model? Well, February might just be the time to strike,…
KOR: Keep on Rollin' Dice Game Review
I love sitting around the dinner table with my family after a big meal and throwing dice around before everyone goes their separate ways. Playing simple yet high-risk, cheer-inducing games…
Fact or Myth: Can Your Car Battery Freeze When It's Cold Outside?
As temperatures continue to drop and sheets of ice of glaze the streets, you obviously would prefer to stay in bed than venture outdoors. But, unfortunately, you have to hit the…
Galhotra Confirms No Bronco Debut in 2019, Hints at 'True to Its Roots' Design
Ford North America President Kumar Galhotra was a guest speaker at Wednesday’s 43rd annual Automotive News World Congress in Detroit, and he took the opportunity to elaborate on Ford’s future design…
Chryslers on Camera: 5 Films Starring the American Car Brand
Movies are a great medium for showcasing actors’ talents, translating written stories into visuals, and allowing audiences to escape into another world for a bit. However, movies are also perfect for…
Hydrogen vs. Electric Cars: Which Is Better?
With electric cars being favored in news as the fast-approaching car of the future, it’s easy to forget about cars powered by hydrogen fuel cells. Now that electric cars have…
New Animal Crossing Decor Theme Caters to Corvette Fans
Corvette-badged items have finally made their way into Animal Crossing world Photo: General Motors If you’re a gearhead who also likes Animal Crossing, you now have one more reason to…
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As the world prepares for a new James Bond, I propose something radical: let the superspy drive a Corvette instead of an Aston Martin. James Bond might have met his…
When the Worst Happens: What to Do in a Motorcycle Accident
Motorcycles at the Honda Heritage Center On a tropical island, sometimes the only mode of transportation available is a motorcycle. A lot of tourists and locals alike enjoy the fresh…
Mazda Will Run Miata in the 24 Hours Nurburgring
Thanks to the partnership between Mazda Motor Corporation and JOTA Sport, there will be a Mazda MX-5 Miata in the 24 Hours Nurburgring endurance race this year. The entry of…
Best Mobile Racing Games to Play on Your Phone
Photo: The News Wheel If you love playing video games, it’s a good idea to have one on your phone that you can play whenever you have spare time. There are…
2018 Canadian GP: Vettel Wins Comfortably as McLaren Disappoints
Historically, the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve rarely fails to produce an exciting Canadian Grand Prix, but unfortunately the exception was in full effect this time around. As so frequently seems to…
Average Monthly Auto Loan Payments Reach a New High of $523
The monthly auto bill is more expensive than ever for most consumers Earlier this month, The News Wheel reported that the number of 96-month auto loans was on the rise.…
Hamilton Ties Schumacher Record at 2020 Eifel Grand Prix
Photo: Matt via CC Lewis Hamilton won the 2020 Eifel Grand Prix, tying Michael Schumacher’s record of 91 wins in Formula 1. He finished a few seconds ahead of Max…
Joy Falotico Named 2019 Automotive Marketer of the Year
Lincoln President Joy Falotico Photo: Ford/Perry Photo LTD Lincoln Motor Company President and Ford Motor Company Chief Marketing Officer Joy Falotico earned the title of 2019 Automotive Marketer of the…
Gourmet Tailgate: The Grill Iron Highlights for October
Take a big bite out of Tastemade’s new The Grill Iron series with our culinary highlights Photo: Tastemade As part of Hyundai’s #ThisIsLoyalty effort to promote NCAA Football this season, the…
When Celebrity Car Endorsements Take a Wrong Turn
At some point in your life, you’ll think about getting a new car. Whether it’s because you’re tired of investing in replacing the same rundown parts, you simply want to…
Navigating the US: Getting Around in St. Louis, Missouri
Getting around in St. Louis: The cityscape at night Photo: Daniel Schwen St. Louis is a city and major port in Missouri, also known as the “Gateway to the West.”…
4 Weird Roadside Attractions in Missouri
Photo: Nick Youngson If you’ll be traveling through the Show-Me State this spring or summer, you might be planning on visiting popular sites like the St. Louis Gateway Arch, Missouri…
What Is the Rust Belt, & How Did It Get Its Name?
GM’s Detroit-Hamtrack plant You’ve probably heard historians, news outlets, or even your parents mention the Rust Belt at some point. It’s a common term for Baby Boomers, but not everyone…
New Zealander Fixes Traffic Problem With Spray Paint
If you have a complaint about the roadways, most of us just contact our municipality or the Department of Transportation to get them fixed. We then sit back and count…
Should I Rent a Wheelchair Van for My Temporary Injury?
A wheelchair-accessible van provides long-term transportation solutions to people who use wheelchairs. But what if you’re only temporarily using a wheelchair due to a leg, back, or hip injury? Does…
GM Launches a New Collision Repair Network
GM is helping drivers pick up the pieces after an on-road collision The aftermath of a vehicular collision is one of the most stress-inducing experiences that any driver can face.…
Vehicular Viewing: New on Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu for April 2019
What do the major streaming services have in store for car lovers in April? Here’s a look at some of the month’s significant new additions on Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu…
GM Sales Rise 4 Percent in First Quarter
The Buick Encore GX Photo: Buick General Motors started 2021 on a positive note, posting a solid 4 percent sales increase for the first quarter. The news was even better…
Nissan's Smyrna Plant Receives Recognition From EPA
Nissan’s manufacturing complex in Smyrna, Tennessee, was recently recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency as one of the top 70 Energy Star certified plants in the country. The Nissan plant…
Vehicle Technologies To Help You Brave the Cold
Braving cold temperatures, falling snow, and frigid conditions takes a lot of willpower. Who wouldn’t rather stay inside when the thermostat is frozen? But alas, life, work, and family responsibilities…
The Fascinating, Futuristic Cars of Black Mirror
As a thoughtful, haunting product of speculative fiction, Black Mirror contemplates our increasingly troublesome connection to technology. Even though episodes focus on the social and personal dilemmas of characters, their situations…
Happy Birthday, A.A. Milne (and Winnie the Pooh)
Photo: Disney January 18th marks the birthday of A.A. Milne, author who crafted the world of the Hundred-Acre Wood as well as it’s endearing animal characters. Although it’s been almost 100…
2014 Malibu’s 5-Star Safety Rating
2014 Malibu’s 5-star Safety The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced that the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu has earned the highest-possible 5-star Overall Vehicle Score as part of its…
Review: Seismic Asphalt & Paving Co. Makes Road Construction a Game
Photo: The News Wheel Highways are seemingly always under construction, especially in California where earthquakes abound due to the San Andreas fault. It’s a pain for commuters, but it’s good…
Cadillac’s April Retail Sales Climb 12 Percent
The 2015 Cadillac Escalade’s stunning performance in its first month greatly boosted Cadillac’s April retail sales. Cadillac’s April retail sales here in the United States saw a significant boost, according…
Corvette, Silverado Named Car and Truck of the Year
There’s something bright, shiny and new under Chevrolet’s Christmas tree today and it’s not a present—it’s an award. Detroit Free Press has named the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette and Silverado its…
Surge in SUVs in China Attributed to Fear of Road Rage
Chinese highways are growing busier and busier, leading many to buy SUVs to protect themselves against road rage accidents A study released by Sanford C. Bernstein today claims that the…
Have a Super-Fast Car Charging System? The Department of Energy and $15 Million Want to Talk to You
StoreDot EV battery pack Photo: StoreDot When you talk and write a lot about electric cars (and I do), the same topics crop up over and over again like cat…
Toyota’s New Solar Roof Could Add 28 Miles of Range to Prius Plug-In
Photo: Toyota Toyota is testing a new and improved version of the solar power cells it first introduced on the Prius PHV, a Japan-exclusive variant of the popular hybrid car.…
