2016 Dodge Charger Overview
2016 Dodge Charger The 2016 Dodge Charger is a four-door sedan featuring a starting MSRP of $27,995. Besides offering an attractive exterior design, the new Charger also comes with the…
Buick Encore Will Be Available for 2021
2020 Buick Encore Photo: Buick Buick recently released the 2020 Encore GX, leading many to wonder about the fate of the standard Encore. Nevertheless, the Encore will continue to be…
Ford Says Farewell (for Now) to the Fiesta
Time comes for all, including the Ford Fiesta Photo: Ford The party is over. Ford this month revealed that it will end production of the Fiesta in Cologne, Germany, next…
New “Real People, Not Actors” Ad Shines a Spotlight on the Chevy Silverado
We’re just surprised none of the participants called the Silverado “lit” after this Photo: Chevrolet The Silverado is Chevrolet’s top-selling model, so of course the brand would want to advertise…
Ford Sees Hybrids, Not EVs, as Most Profitable Route for Autonomous Vehicle Development
Ford Fusion Hybrid autonomous research vehicle Jim Farley, executive vice president and president of Global Markets for Ford Motor Company, spurns the perception that the automaker is lagging behind its competition with…
2018 Lexus ES 300h
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Book Review – Bullitt: The Cars & People Behind Steve McQueen
Photo: The News Wheel Few films have influenced the cinematic representation of automobiles like Bullitt has. The classic 1968 crime thriller contains one of the most noteworthy, unforgettable car chases…
Jeep Shatters Previous Wrangler Sales Record with an Overall Sales Increase of 20% for the Brand
It didn’t take long for the Wrangler to break its own sales record During March, Jeep made history by selling 27,829 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. That made March the Wrangler’s best…
Jeep Releases Official Images of the Redesigned 2019 Jeep Cherokee [Photos]
The upcoming 2019 Jeep Cherokee will look a lot more like a traditional Jeep When the fifth generation of the Jeep Cherokee vehicle was first introduced at the 2013 New…
Shopping Where It's Most Difficult to Afford Used Cars
Finding a quality used car can be a cinch, but finding an affordable one in some cities can be a challenge Photo:Thomas Altfather Good via CC We’ve all been raised…
Disney Sued for Not Building Flying “Star Wars” Car
Curse Star Wars for giving us this concept but not making it a reality! Photo: Lucasfilm Ltd, Walt Disney Co. The Star Wars films give us an exciting glimpse into…
performance Archives
In 2023, about 27% of new light-duty models required the use of premium gas, and another 26% recommended it… When it comes to the fusion of power and class, it’s…
Truck Crashes into Taco Bell Restaurant
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[VIDEO] New 'Cars 3' Movie Teaser Promises Dark Twist to Atone for 'Cars 2'
Lightning McQueen is in danger Photo: Walt Disney/Pixar Studios Remember when John Lasseter said that “At Pixar, we do sequels only when we come up with a great idea, and…
Kylie Jenner Archives
What do you buy your celebrity girlfriend for her 19th birthday when… For years, Kylie Jenner was considered the shy younger sister of reality… A photo posted by King Kylie…
The News Wheel Editors: Unique Items We Keep in Our Cars
Maybe you prefer to keep your vehicle’s interior super organized. Or perhaps it tends to be in a state of semi-organized chaos (like the “girlfriend” in the following video clip).…
Tips for Visiting Cars Land at Disneyland
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How Max Verstappen Had the F1 Season That Will Never Be Beaten
Photo: Honda Everyone’s been talking about it, and I’m not going to be any different. With the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix now behind us, the checkered flag has been waved…
Vehicular Viewing: New to Streaming for February 2021
If you need some extra motivation to stay home this February (besides how grim the weather is outside), the major streaming services are here to help. They’ll be adding plenty…
Formula One Launches Virtual Grand Prix Series
Photo: F1 Esports I only had to click publish on my last article, which called for something exactly like this to happen, to discover that Formula One was officially launching…
[PHOTOS] 2017 Hyundai Elantra Facelift Receives Mixed Reactions After Reveal
Ever since plans for a new generation of the Hyundai Elantra was announced and its first teaser images were revealed, anticipation for the compact’s redesign has been heightened but wary.…
How Tough is Carbon Fiber, Really?
Photo: GMC We’ve talked about the GMC CarbonPro truck bed — and how it can shrug off water-filled steel drums and a running, studded-track snowmobile revved at full throttle. At…
5 of the Best Movies for My Ideal Drive-In Experience
Photo: distelAPPArath (Pixabay) via CC I’m of the opinion that drive-in theaters should not play new films. There are too many distractions that could take away from the movie and…
Tips for Building a Better Soap Box Derby Car—and Racing It
If you’re building a soapbox derby car to race, you want it to win Photo: Victoria Pickering via Flickr/CC Soap Box Derby racing has long been a cherished way for…
8 Famous Daredevil Drivers Who Performed Jaw-Dropping Car Stunts
Stunt driver Rocky Hardcore drives a firetruck over a school bus at the 2011 “Eve of Destruction” thrill show Photo: Chuck Miller via cc/Flickr Driving a car normally takes a…
10 Great Gearhead Shows on Netflix for Car Lovers
Watch the latest Netflix shows about cars, trucking, and motorsports racing Photo: Netflix No matter what your interests are, you can no doubt find something on Netflix to suit your…
2017 Dodge Durango Overview
In an industry that is currently adding more SUVs than ever before, it can be hard for a utility vehicle to truly stand out. Fortunately, Dodge has found a pretty…
station wagon Archives
I grew up riding in the backseat of a Ford Taurus station… Continuing Subaru's winning streak, Good Housekeeping recently named the Outback the Best Station Wagon on its list of…
The West Wing Wheels: Lyndon B. Johnson
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…
First Look at the 11th Generation Honda Civic
Photo: Honda The world is finally getting its first look at the 11th generation Honda Civic. Unfortunately, Honda deigned to provide only a single photo — we’ll have to wait…
John Oliver, Lorne Michaels Join Eighth Season of Seinfeld's “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee”
Seinfeld’s Mazda Cosmo loses a hubcap while he’s driving with Margaret Cho Jerry Seinfeld appeared to have peaked (both in terms of interview subject and vehicle) when he managed to…
Santa Gets “Swole” in Dodge's Latest Holiday Commercials
Ho, ho, woah! When most people visualize Santa Claus, they picture a jolly, fat man with a long, white beard. However, it would seem that Dodge imagines Old Saint Nick…
Hamilton Wins 2017 United States Grand Prix
Lewis Hamilton won the 2017 United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas, and with his victory Mercedes accumulated enough points to win the Formula One World Constructors Championship. It also…
Jared Leto’s Ridiculous Joker Has a Ridiculous Car to Match
Because some men simply want to watch the world burn, the ever-ignitable Internet Comic Book Community was set aflame once again on April 24th. The culprit behind the conflagration was…
Vehicular Viewing: New on Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu for December 2019
As 2019 draws to a close, you’ll find no shortage of fresh car-centric movie and TV viewing options on the three major streaming services — especially if you’re a Fast…
Helen Mirren Archives
Last year, Helen Mirren told a Yahoo! interviewer that her “great ambition”… It’s a great day to be alive. At least two dreams are… Dame Helen Mirren may have already…
Will Honda Come Back to F1?
Photo: Honda Honda left Formula 1 at the end of the 2021 season right as it finally found success, having powered Max Verstappen to the drivers’ world championship title. Had…
Washington D.C. Archives
Before cell phones, if something happened while you were on the go,… Moscow is one of the world’s largest cities. As such, the Russian… In case you haven’t heard, this…
Ferrari Wins Controversial 1-2 at Monaco Grand Prix
Despite my exhaustion, I watched the 2017 Monaco Grand Prix immediately after coming home from the Indy 500, having had an inkling from social media, but no details, that some…
Toledo’s Proposal to Marchionne Urges Jeep to Keep Wrangler Production in Ohio
Toledo’s proposal to Marchionne urges Jeep to keep Wrangler production in Ohio In October of last year, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) CEO and HBIC, Sergio Marchionne, freaked everyone in Toledo…
The Best Underrated Car Quotes in Film
Photo: mohamed hassan via CC As anyone who reads The News Wheel — or, you know, has a pulse — knows, there are a lot of car movies out there.…
What Are the Differences Between the Cadillac XT4 and XT5?
The 2019 Cadillac XT4 and the 2018 Cadillac XT5 are both worthy contenders if you’re in the market for a luxury crossover. Although they might appear to be close siblings, a…
History of the Car Phone
Early German Car Phone Photo: Ben Franske It’s hard to think of life before cell phones. The communication options they provide, as well as entertainment and navigation, are key to…
Why Does the Hyundai Veloster Have Three Doors?
2015 Hyundai Veloster Hyundai’s lineup consists of stylish and practical but relatively conventional models — except for one member that is the fun-loving oddball: the Veloster. This sporty three-door coupe…
The Best Disney Plus Movies for Auto Enthusiasts
Photo: Disney The newest heavy hitter in the world of streaming services, Disney Plus boasts a treasure trove of groundbreaking animated films, childhood classics, and — eventually — all of…
Real-Life Villain Jay Leno Drives Hot Wheels Darth Vader Car [VIDEO]
Jay Leno endorses the power of the Dark Side. What else is new? If you are one of those people who will always think of Jay Leno as late night…
Father Forgot Twins in Hot Car
Photo: North Dakota Juan Rodriguez experienced every parent’s worst nightmare. He drove to work and forgot his one-year-old twins in his hot car, causing them to pass away. Understandably, Mr.…
Ford Canada Expects Lower Sales for F-150 PowerBoost
The 2021 Ford F-150 Limited is available with a PowerBoost V6 hybrid Photo: Ford It might be controversial to suggest, but it seems likely that the all-new 2021 Ford F-150…
Vettel: ‘Can’t Say 100%’ That He Trusts Pirelli F1 Tires
Photo: Phil Guest via CC Pirelli made headlines for all the wrong reasons following the 2021 Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku, during which Lance Stroll and Max Verstappen both experienced…
Less Obvious Reasons to Wear Your Seat Belt
Seriously, why don’t people wear their darn seat belts? Photo: Pixabay via CC The act of buckling your seat belt should be the biggest no brainer in the history of…
