Vauxhall Named Headline Sponsor of Winq Spring Ball 2016
Vauxhall has been announced as the new headline sponsor for the Winq Spring Ball 2016, which takes place on Friday, April 15 at the Grand Ballroom of the Rosewood London Hotel…
GM Invests $439 Million in Bowling Green Corvette Plant
Chevrolet fans can now dream about coats of many colors on Corvettes being rendered more vividly and efficiently than ever before. A new paint shop will be built at the…
Seatbelt Law, Annoying Chime Effectively Keep Michigan Bodies Belted
You hear it. You hate it. You’ll do anything to stop the noise – especially if it’s buckling your seatbelt. That pesky chime – as well as legislation in Michigan…
20 Carmakers Make Commitment to Standard Automatic Braking by 2022
An Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system will come standard on almost all new models by 2022 Last year in September, we got news that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration…
Hollywood is Making a Road Race Comedy about Self-Driving Cars
Could Google’s driverless car be the next big matinee idol? It’s being reported that Sony pictures has acquired the rights to an untitled film that’s referred to as the Driverless…
Subaru’s 2015 Sales Streak Continues in February
Sales of the 2015 Subaru Legacy were up 68.7% last month Subaru came off an incredibly successful sales year in January; in fact, 2014 was the most successful sales year…
Four Chevys Top J.D. Power Initial Quality Study
Four Chevy models ranked first in the 2015 IQS The bowtie brand has something to crow about, as four Chevrolet models ranked highest in their segments in the 2015 J.D.…
GM Announces New Engine for Older Models
The GM Service 350 V8 replacement engine Photo: GM Are you currently driving or rebuilding a GM truck, van or SUV, model year 1987-1995? Or, is your GM ride a…
California Coyotes Disrupting Traffic May Be Tripping on Shrooms (Or Some Other More Likely, Boring Reason)
Photo: Tony Koloski Drivers along California’s Marin county stretch of Highway 1 have been facing a problem that seems like the beginning of a Native-American-themed horror film. Multiple drivers have…
Check Out These Vintage Chevy Camaro Print Ads
A lot of people are sad to see the television series Mad Men come to an end, but perhaps none are sadder than General Motors executives. GM has gotten some…
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How to Special Order a Car from a Dealership
When you buy a brand-new car, you don’t have to settle with whatever the dealership already has in its inventory. You can order a version of the vehicle that’s specifically…
Wildlife Bridges in Utah and Beyond Keep Drivers and Animals Safer
The Trans-Canada wildlife overpass in Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada Photo: Qyd via CC As we recently discussed, wildlife bridges are a simple solution to help reduce the number…
[VIDEO] Does Braking Make Your Car Vibrate? Here's How You Fix It
Here is a question for the automotive-inclined out there: what is wrong with your car if stepping on the brakes causes a strange thudding sensation, almost as if your brakes…
2014 Rogue Named Best Crossover in Parents and Edmunds List
The 2014 Nissan Rogue took home Best Crossover on the 2014 Parents and Edmunds 10 Best Family Cars list The 2014 Nissan Rogue was named “Best Crossover” in the 2014…
Camo-Themed 2016 Chevy Silverado Realtree Edition Introduced
Today GM revealed the 2016 Chevy Silverado Realtree Edition, an outdoorsy special edition of the popular Silverado 1500 that features camouflage graphics from Realtree. It’s the culmination of a decade-long…
6 Things to Do After Your Car Purchase
You’ve done the research, analyzed your budget, taken a test drive, applied for car insurance, negotiated with the salesperson, and finally, signed on the dotted line. You’re now the proud…
Smart Unveils Four-Row Smart SUV, Says “To Hell with Trees”
In a stunning twist, the Smart brand, known for its incredibly tiny cars that have become the laughing stock of roadways everywhere, revealed today that it will be adding a…
2014 Chevrolet Camaro Overview
The Chevy Camaro takes on a slimmer, even more aggressive look for 2014. The Camaro Z/28 is back in town for 2014 with a variety of upgrades, such as a…
Highway Houdini: This Goat Is, Well, the G.O.A.T.
Was that a big white goat you just saw next to the highway? If you’re driving down Interstate 65 in Kentucky, the answer is probably yes. No kidding. Houdini the…
What the Hell is Up With This Anti-Speeding Ad?
Here’s something you need to see on your Wednesday morning: a preposterously sensational anti-speeding ad straight out of Northern Ireland that basically says speeders are the kind of irresponsible jerks…
BeeDry Mat Review: Storable Mat from BeeFit Designs Protects Car Seats
If you have ever gone for a long hike on a muddy day, you know the pain of having to sit your dirty self in your clean car afterward. You glance…
The History of the Chevrolet Tahoe
The next-gen 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Photo: Chevrolet For more than 25 years, the Chevrolet Tahoe has ruled the full-size SUV segment in the U.S., selling more units than any other…
Stunt Driver Ken Block Takes a Snowy Joy Ride in an F-150 Raptor
Ken Block in the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor When it comes to driving in snow, most of us grip the wheel in fear, hoping for the best. Stunt driver Ken…
Chevy Express Vans an Appealing Option with $3500 May Rebate
During the fourth quarter, the Chevy Express Van saw an 47 percent increase in sales of 2018 Q4. With a slow start this year, Chevrolet is putting the spotlight back…
John Oliver Airs Dirty Auto Loan Secrets
While he actively denies that he is a journalist, John Oliver (formerly of The Daily Show) and his HBO show Last Week Tonight are known for shedding light on some…
Carpenter Creates Supercar Made Out of Wood
Most of us will never come close to having enough cash to buy a supercar, but that doesn’t stop us from dreaming. For one man, though, dreaming wasn’t enough, and…
[PHOTOS] 2016 Chevrolet Equinox Revealed
2016 Chevrolet Equinox Photo: © General Motors The 2016 Chevrolet Equinox has been revealed, as was largely predicted, as a retouched version of the current generation model that adds just…
Chevrolet Plants 2,300 Trees in Colombia to Combat Climate Change
You may know someone who has attempted at some point or another to convince you that climate change is not a thing. Life bears out the idea after all that…
Vehicular Viewing: New on Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu for March 2019
Buckle up for this month’s installment of Vehicular Viewing, a feature where I highlight notable car-centric movies and TV shows that are new to Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu. March’s streaming…
6 Classic Halloween Movie Monsters Re-imagined as Cars
The autumn season brings cooler temperatures and changing leaves–as well as frightening ghosts and ghouls! This is the perfect time of year to pop in an old VHS of a…
Best Road Trip Destinations: San Antonio, Texas
Photo: Nan Palmero As one of the largest cities in Texas, San Antonio carries with it a lot of history and beauty. The city is known for the Alamo and…
Infographic: Battle of the Roadsters
While crossovers and sedans are practical ways of getting to work every day, when it comes time for the weekend, every driving enthusiast would love to say they have a…
2019 Chicago Auto Show Photo Gallery: Check Out All of the Chevrolet Vehicles at This Year’s Show
Chevrolet had a strong presence at the 2019 Chicago Auto Show. The trendy new Chevy Blazer and new Colorado Bison ZR2 were two of the top attractions, though the classy…
Pedestrian Avoidance: Which SUVs do it Best?
Photo: Ford A new report reveals which small SUVs have the best pedestrian avoidance systems. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and the Highway Loss Data Institute have rated 11…
Top 5 Engines for Drifting
You might have heard about drifting, whether through movies, the media, or friends who are already fans of this pastime. But are there any specific engines that are particularly well-suited…
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Top 4 Weird Car Laws in Iowa
Enjoy the pastoral views and beware of bizarre laws in Iowa Photo: Pixabay If you’re driving in the Hawkeye State, it’s wise to familiarize yourself with a few of these…
Do Cold Temperatures Affect Tire Pressure?
Photo: The News Wheel As winter starts creeping in later this year, the temperatures will steadily drop and freezing weather will plague us again. During those frigid times, you may…
GM Opens New Performance and Racing Center
GM Powertrain Performance and Racing Center General Motors officially opened the new, 111,420-square-foot GM Powertrain Performance and Racing Center in Pontiac, Michigan earlier this month. The new facility is connected…
Chevy Offers New Midnight Special Editions for Its Popular Truck Lineup
The 2016 Colorado Z71 Midnight Special Edition offers plenty of atittude Photo: © General Motors Sales of Chevrolet trucks rose by 27% last year and that number might increase even…
GM Canada Sees Massive Sales Growth in January
2016 Cadillac ATS sedan General Motors Canada reported a year-over-year sales increase of 24% in January, thanks to a total of 14,395 vehicles being delivered between the Buick, Cadillac, Chevy,…
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GM: Sales Trending Positive Despite Slow Third Quarter
The Buick Encore GX was one of GM’s hottest sellers in the third quarter Photo: Buick General Motors reported a slow third quarter, with sales down nearly 10 percent year-over-year.…
How to Use a Tire Repair Kit
Photo: The News Wheel The preferred way to temporarily fix a flat tire and get you rolling toward a repair garage is a tire mobility kit. In the past, spare…
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Buick's SUVs Boost Retail Sales Throughout 2017, Including December
The Envision was Buick’s rising star throughout 2017 SUVs were the true stars of the automotive world during 2017, with sales for the segment on a rapid rise. The scenario was…
2021 Chevy Equinox Won’t Include 2.0-liter Engine
When the new Equinox hits the road, it will do so without its 2.0-liter engine option Photo: Chevrolet Since its introduction in 2005, the Chevy Equinox has been steadily growing…
No, Ford's Not Making a New Bronco, Either
This is going to be the newest Bronco you’ll find on the road Every once in a while, a major automaker files a trademark request for a name attached to…
Chevrolet Sales Up 3.8% in February Behind Silverado, Colorado
2015 Silverado HD Chevrolet had yet another monster month, posting its best February in seven years and climbing 3.8% year-over-year with 159,788 units sold in the United States. The biggest…
