Innovative AI Technology Senses Drowsy and Distracted Driving
“We can make our interaction with the driver more human-like. There are much more options if you can engage the driver in a dialogue." Nils Lenke of @NuanceInc on partnership…
Infographic: How to Train Your Dog to Ride in the Car
If you’ve never travelled with a dog in a car, you might assume it’s simply a case of loading up your pooch and taking off. But some dogs are easily…
Infographic: The 5 Most Common Rental Car Models
If you’re somebody who has to frequently travel for work, or just someone who likes to occasionally travel for fun, then chances are that you have had to utilize a…
In the Rearview: Love, War, and the Nazis
Hello, and welcome once again to In the Rearview, where we take a view toward the rear and bring you some of the top stories on The News Wheel in…
Imagining a New Type of Driving Simulator
Photo: Alex Carmichael via CC As I’ve written about at length, there is no shortage of driving games floating around out there — some good, some bad. But, being the…
ID.4 Receives Popular Mechanics’ Automotive Excellence Award
Photo: Volkswagen Since its introduction, the Volkswagen ID.4 has been making a splash with critics and consumers. The all-electric SUV was named the 2021 World Car of the Year and…
ICYMI: Vin Diesel Didn't Sing at the MTV Movie & TV Awards
“Do you guys want me to sing?” Over the weekend, your favorite Allstate spokesman and Workaholics star Adam DeVine hosted the 2017 MTV Movie & TV Awards. It was truly…
How to Spot an Unmarked Cop Car
There are speed traps all over the country, with officers setting up shop roadside, hoping to deter speeding and catch those breaking the law. But speed traps aren’t the only…
How to Safely Transport Your Cat in the Car
This is my cat, Ollie. He’s unamused. We all see dogs riding in the car all the time, with their heads hanging out the window and their tongues flopping in…
How to Safeguard Your Car from Summertime Thieves
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has deemed July as Vehicle Theft Prevention Month. And just because today is final day of July, doesn’t mean your anti-theft practices should be…
How to Protect Your License Plate Sticker
Photo: Pixabay There are plenty of strategies to help protect your vehicle from thieves. You can invest in alarm systems and park smartly in well-lit areas or parking garages. Hiding…
How to Protect Your Car From Rats
Critters such as rats are nuisances that can destroy your car. Their sharp teeth can cut through just about anything, and they have no boundaries when it comes to setting…
How to Prepare Your Leased Vehicle for Return
Is it time to return your leased vehicle? Photo: Cadillac You’ve had your leased vehicle for the allotted contractual timeframe and now it’s time to return it to the dealership.…
Chevy Equinox Named One of KBB’s Best Used Cars for Teens
Photo: Chevrolet As students head back to school or prepare for college life, they’ll need more than notebooks, pencils, and overpriced graphing calculators — they’ll also need a reliable ride.…
How to Fix Chips in Your Car Paint
Photo: Pexels Minor paint chips are inevitable as your car ages; it’s part of the wear and tear of owning a vehicle. Minor accidents, pebbles on the road, or even…
