John Force to Debut New Camaro SS Funny Car in Kansas
Racing icon John Force is an 18-time champion car owner Photo: © General Motors Before 16-time NHRA champion John Force became a drag racing legend, he started out racing in…
Jets Player Sheldon Richardson Arrested After Street Race With 12-Year-Old in Car
Suspended Jets defensive lineman Sheldon Richardson is facing traffic tickets and one charge of resisting arrest for an incident outside of St. Louis, Missouri, where he was seen driving at…
Jeremy Clarkson Quits Drinking, Saves Hundreds, Blows it on Parking Tickets
Usually, becoming unexpectedly unemployed is a cause for more drinking, not less. But not so for fired Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson, who recently revealed in his Sunday Times column…
Jennifer Lopez Takes a Ride with Carpool Karaoke
This month has been disappointing for The News Wheel‘s resident Carpool Karaoke expert. After a huge batch of videos surrounding the Grammy Awards and the Super Bowl last month, there was…
Jennifer Beals Defends Decision to Leave German Shepherd Inside Hot Vehicle
A German Shepherd’s double coat puts it at risk of overheating quicker than some other breeds Photo: Pete Bellis According to PETA, the temperature inside a parked car on a…
Jeff Koons Art Car to Make North American Debut
Jeff Koons Art Car Building upon a tradition that includes famous names such as Andy Warhol, Jenny Holzer, and A.R. Penck, BMW has announced that the latest model in its…
Jared Padalecki Chills with Bro, Calls it a #DayItForward [VIDEO]
I hate being one of those people who is cynical about the holidays, but Supernatural star Jared Padalecki is forcing me to be that guy. As 30 Rock reminds us,…
Jana Kramer Scheduled to Perform at the TicketGuardian 500 Pre-Race Concert in March
Hosted at the ISM Raceway in Phoenix, Arizona, the TicketGuardian 500 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series is part of a three-day Spring Race Weekend. While racing fans are excited to see…
It Turns Out Small Cars Are a Big Draw for Vandalism
Photo: Beyond My Ken While you may think having a small car helps you fly under the radar, that doesn’t seem to be the case when it comes to vandalism.…
Is Your Head in the Game, Driver?
Sixty seconds is all it takes to shift your mindset, calm your emotions, and reduce your anxiety. Who knew one minute had the power to do all that? According to…
Is It OK to Keep Driving When the Door Ajar Light Turns On?
Photo: Chris F We’ve all done it at some time or another—taking a drive then seeing that pesky door ajar light on the dashboard. Maybe you were in a hurry…
Is Detroit Moving Towards Self-Driving Cars?
In an effort to keep up with the times, automotive industry giants like General Motors and Ford are investing in technology that should keep them ahead of the pack in…
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is an independent, nonprofit organization that was established in 1959 in Arlington, Virginia, by three major insurance agencies. Over fifty-plus years, the IIHS…
Ford Offering Inflatable Safety Belt, Other Safety Tech Licenses
The inflatable safety belt can be found in the 2013 Ford Flex Ford believes that there is no such thing as too much of a good thing—particularly when it comes…
IndyCar Driver Justin Wilson's Organs Save Six Lives
Wilson passed away on August 24th after being struck in the head by flying debris. His organs were donated, honoring his death by saving six lives Photo: insidetherace When Justin…
Independence Day Gas Prices Set to Be the Highest in Four Years
This Fourth of July, there is no independence from expensive gas prices Last week, The News Wheel wrote about a survey from AAA that predicted a record 46.9 million Americans would…
Register for the 2015 Bloomington Gold Corvette Show
Registration for the 2015 Bloomington Gold Corvette Show begins today Starting today, you can now register for the 2015 Bloomington Gold Corvette Show, which will run from June 25th through…
I'm Sick of Talking Trump: Let's Argue About What Would Be Good To Drive on the TRAPPIST-1 Exoplanets
All right, everyone, let’s start with a not-too-startling admission: I’m already sick of talking about Donald Trump. However, in these first months of his administration, a lot of the news…
IIHS Reports Booster Seats Are Safer Now Than They Were in 2008
Kids between the ages 4-8 are 45% less likely to be injured in a car accident when using a booster The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) recently tested the…
Ian Nicholls Named President of GM Southeast Asia
General Motors this week announced Ian Nicholls as the new president of its operations in Southeast Asia. As GM Southeast Asia President, Nicholls will oversee Chevrolet’s operations in Thailand, Indonesia,…
I Read Opel’s Grumpy Cat Press Release So You Don’t Have To
Have you ever seen one of those horrible parody films that wants so badly to be Airplane or The Naked Gun, but it’s chock full of expired pop culture references…
HyperloopTT Initiates Feasibility Study for Route from Cleveland to Chicago
Many people love to travel, but few people appreciate the roadside delays often involved with navigating from one city to another. If you wish you had a faster way to get from…
Hurricane Florence Could Cause Nationwide Gas Prices to Rise
As Carolina residents prepare for a major storm, drivers nationwide should prepare for higher prices at the gas pump Photo: Texas Army national Guard At the beginning of September, AAA…
How to Turn Off a Car Alarm
Maybe you accidentally hit the panic button on your key fob. Or, for some reason, the car alarm just won’t turn off. Either way, a ceaselessly bleeping, blaring vehicle alarm…
How to Take Good Care of Your New Car
It’s an exciting feeling to drive off in your brand new car, fresh from the dealer. You feel the excitement rise the minute you hold the keys and know you…
