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How Blockchain Could Revolutionize the Automotive Industry

Blockchain technology has been working its way into countless industries across the globe in recent years and the automotive industry hasn’t escaped this revolution. In fact, the potential that blockchain…

Consumer Reports Takes New Chevy Volt for a Spin

When Americans shop for pretty much anything, especially big purchases, many turn to Consumer Reports as the ultimate guide to the correct choice. Cars are included in the publication’s wide domain,…

Details Emerge of 2017 Chevy Volt

It was with a mixture of sadness and anticipation that we learned that Chevrolet would only be releasing the second-generation Chevrolet Volt in limited markets and only for a short…

Chevy Gets Retail Jolt in March from Bolt, Volt

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV Chevrolet saw retail sales totaling 133,705 vehicles in March, a 6.2% year-over-year increase. Chevy’s total sales were down 2.2% at 172,458 units. Retail-wise, Chevrolet got a…

3 Vital Maintenance Tips for Older Vehicles

Photo: The News Wheel Just like humans, vehicles require a bit more care as they get older. Extended life vehicles are often overlooked when it comes to maintenance — until…

How to Replace a Fuel Filter

Are you equipped to take on DIY car maintenance? The fuel filter in your vehicle prevents debris like dirt and rust particles from entering your engine, protecting it and ensuring…

2020 Corvette Prices are Getting Out of Hand Online

Photo: Chevrolet Here’s a question I never expected to ask: what do everyday sanitation products and the 2020 Corvette C8 have in common? Well, aside from the fact that they’re…

Formula One Ditching Grid Girls After All

Photo: ph-stop It seems as if I owe Formula One an apology. Just yesterday I posted an article titled “Just Kidding, F1 Is Sticking with Grid Girls” as a follow-up to…

Formula One Introduces Grid Kids

Last week’s announcement that Formula One would get rid of grid girls was met with a lot of controversy, though this could have perhaps been avoided (to a degree) had…

Outlander PHEV Is 2020 Family Green Car of the Year Finalist

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Photo: Mitsubishi Motors Green Car Journal recently announced that the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is one of the finalists for the 2020 Family Green Car of the Year…

FCA Offers 14.9% More Torque in New Pentastar V6 Engine

Fiat Chrysler Automobile’s 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine is getting a 14.9% power boost With the new model year comes multiple changes for Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. One of the biggest changes,…

Road & Track’s Baruth: FR-S Sales Slacking Because of Salespeople

Scion FR-S There are certain things that you’re guaranteed to find a good amount of love for on the internet: cats, flash mobs, image memes, and the Scion FR-S/Subaru BRZ/Toyota…

Federal, California Governments Square Up in Moments Before Fight Over Vehicle Emissions Rules

Jabs are being lined up in the looming Environmental Protection Agency/Scott Pruitt/Trump vs. California regulatory cage match as the EPA prepares to announce its decision on whether or not to…

These 3D-Printed Children's Cars Are Imaginative, Heartwarming

Children’s drawings were turned into real toy models thanks to 3D printing Photo: t-o-f-u | CREATIVE DESIGN UNIT Do you remember pinewood derby races? You know–when boy scouts take small…

Opel Insignia Scores Five-Star Rating in Euro NCAP

The new Opel Insignia Grand Sport and Insignia Sports Tourer have both earned five-star ratings, the highest score possible, in the Euro New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). The Euro NCAP…

Ekin Patrol G2 Facial Recognition System for Police Cars

Similar to the high-tech dash cams that Coban Technologies tested this past autumn with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), a new company has issued their own contribution to make…

Spoken Word Artist Prince Ea Stars in Thought-Provoking Chevy Cruze Video

Spoken word artist Prince Ea wrote the poetry he performed in the #FuelYourHustle video Photo: © General Motors The new Chevy Cruze video featuring spoken word artist Prince Ea aims to…

Akerson Claims Barra Wasn’t Thrown Under the Bus

I’m not one for conspiracy theories—usually—but having watched the GM ignition switch story unfold over the last six months, I’ve actually got some lingering doubts about the official story coming…

GM Supports Vets With $1 Million Habitat for Humanity Donation

May was Military Appreciation Month in America, and to celebrate, General Motors Foundation granted $1 million to Habitat for Humanity to fund a number of projects that will ultimately benefit…

GM Korea’s Domestic Sales Increase 25.5% in January

General Motors Korea delivered 11,643 vehicles domestically and 35,199 export vehicles in January for total monthly sales of 46,842 vehicles. Domestic sales were up 25.5% year-over-year due in large part…

Make the Most of Road Trip Pit Stops

Even the most carefully planned road trip needs to plan for unexpected and urgent stops. Whether nature calls, your passengers are getting hangry, or you find yourself dangerously succumbing to…

Tips for Selecting an Eco-Friendly Garage Door

Some garage doors are more sustainable and energy-saving than others Photo: Scott Donald via Pixabay Switching to an electric vehicle isn’t the only way to go green when it comes…

U.S. News Names Chevy Spark One of the Best Cars Under $16K

Photo: Images Money Some buyers are hesitant to bring home a new vehicle because they worry about depreciation costs or expensive ownership costs. Despite these concerns, there are definitely some…

4 Cool Covered Bridges to Explore in Illinois

Few landmarks embody the spirit of America’s rural past than covered bridges. (These sites also make great places to stop and stretch your legs on summer road trips.) Celebrate the…

Tips for Driving in Snow and Ice

Winter is coming… Winter will be here before you know it, and when you’re dashing through the snow in your four-door sedan, the tires can lose traction, windshields can quickly…