The West Wing Wheels: Barack Obama
From Lincoln to Ford, the United States automotive industry has been greatly affected by the Presidents of the United States. Pardon the pun. However, cars have also had a profound…
The View from a Mexican Ambulance
I came to Mexico for the beach…what I got was a ride in an ambulance (and the beach) The first thing you should know about Mexican ambulances is that the…
The “Transformers” Films Go Retro with the First Trailer for “Bumblebee”
“You are who you choose to be.”“Superman” Photo: Paramount Pictures Spin-off films seem to be all the rage these day. Between the recent Solo: A Star Wars Story and the…
The Tragic Story of the SS Senator, the Sunken Tanker Full of Historic Nash Cars
1929 Nash Photo: casmium October of 1929 was a tragedy of drastic economic impact with the very beginning of the Great Depression, starting with the infamous Black Thursday stock market…
The Soaring Automotive Industry of Dubai
Dubai is one of the richest places on the planet right now. This is not only because of the huge economic market, but also because of its culture and heritage.…
The Predicted Trend of Mobile Convenience Stores
Photo: RideGuru While some cite EVs as a potential reason that convenience stores are on the decline, others claim that rideshare services are another potential “nail in the coffin” for…
The People's Car: A Conversation with 'The Bug Movie' Director Damon Ristau
Genre: Documentary Directors/Producer: Damon Ristau Publisher: Chassy Media Publication Date: December 13, 2016 Subjects: Ewan McGregor, Randy Carlson, Jason Torchinsky, Andrea Hiott, Tory Alonzo, Jason Willenbrock, Daniel Liedtke, Heini Wanzke,…
Japan Will Soon Require Automatic Brakes on All New Cars
According to The Japan Times, all new vehicles in Japan will soon need to have automatic braking systems. It’s a decision at least partially inspired by the country’s goal of…
7 Reasons Why You Should Buy a Used Car Instead of a New One
This article is sponsored by Legend Auto Sales. With so many choices, it’s easy to get overwhelmed when buying a car Are you thinking about getting a new car? Your…
The News Wheel Editors: Top Pet Peeves While Driving
We’ve told you about the random objects we keep in the car, as well as our retrospective vehicle memories and drivers’ ed experiences. Now, without further ado, we share just a few…
'The Grand Tour' – Season 1 Review
One of the season’s highs was the beach buggy special Twelve weeks and 12 episodes after The Grand Tour debuted in grand fashion last November and brought the famous Clarkson,…
‘The Grand Tour’ May or May Not Be Happy About 'Top Gear' Host Exit
When Chris Evans (not that one) announced earlier this month that he was out of the top spot in the UK’s Top Gear program, everyone seemed to have an opinion…
'The Fate of the Furious' Commercial Offers Yet Another Look at the Dodge Demon
The Dodge Demon is horrible at hide-and-seek For the past eight weeks, Dodge has done a meticulous job revealing only tiny details about its upcoming performance vehicle, the 2018 Dodge…
The Driving Dead PSA: Better Than The Walking Dead?
“If only they’d cast me as Daryl…” In spite of itself, The Walking Dead remains one of the most popular shows on television, with the most recent mid-season finale pulling in…
The Cast of “Floribama Shore” and the Cars They Should Drive
Get ready to party! There’s a new season of Floribama Shore comin’. Photo: MTV Chi-chis up! It’s about to get real… Southern. While watching the season one finale of Jersey…
The 5 Best Pickup Truck Modifications to Consider
The pickup truck is a powerful tool for many road-warriors who want to take their business with them wherever they go. With a pickup truck, you’ll always have the additional…
4 Useful Apps for Your Next EV Road Trip
Photo: geralt Whether you own an EV or are thinking about renting one on your next road trip, wouldn’t it be nice to know which apps are the best ones…
Oklahoma Man Quits His Day Job to Start a Free Car-Repair Service
It’s been two years since former Army paratrooper and helicopter mechanic Adam Ely and his wife founded Hard Luck Automotive Services, a nonprofit car repair service in Oklahoma City. Today,…
Texas Man Insists Speeding Isn’t a Crime, Compares Police to Nazis
Scott Richardson, 49, was pulled over in Addison, Texas, on May 2nd for speeding (50 mph in a 40 mph zone). However, rather than provide his license and proof of…
Tesla's Market Cap Value Briefly Surpasses BMW's for the First Time
Tesla just reached a landmark achievement, despite how short-lived it ultimately was Photo: EV Stories In recent months, Tesla has been gaining a considerable amount of ground, at least on…
Temporary Car Insurance: A Cheaper Alternative
There’s no need to pay more on car insurance for a short period of time With the recent hike in car insurance premiums, many people are faced with the burden…
Team Orders Helped Hamilton to the Podium in Monaco
A decisive moment came in the 2018 Monaco Grand Prix after Lewis Hamilton, who had been running third, came in for his first and only pit stop of the race.…
Tan Le's Emotiv Mind Control Technology Empowers Paraplegics to Drive
Tan Le dialoguing with fellow Young Global Leader Rodrigo Mendes about the Formula One race car he tested out which employed her innovative technology. Photo: Young Global Leaders Maybe you’re…
Israeli Start-Up Introduces Self-Healing Car Software
Just a year ago, we reported how certain scientists were experimenting with self-healing asphalt. Now, the industry is turning its attention to self-healing auto tech. Meet Aurora Labs, an Israeli…
Take a Road Trip To Avoid New TSA Crackdowns
The Transportation Safety Administration, or TSA, is one of our most favorite things about flying. There’s nothing like standing in a long line for the opportunity to divest yourself of…
