Why Do Car Models Get Different Names In Different Countries?
The Mitsubishi Pajero is called the Montero in Spain, due to a bad (and funny) translation Car manufacturers often change model names, depending on the country. Go on vacation to…
Review of Hot Wheels PlayTape Track: For Cars on a Roll
When I was growing up–and still now, in honesty–I had a sizable collection of Hot Wheels and other die-cast model cars. Frequently, I would polish them and set them out…
Basement-ridden 1967 Chevy Corvette C2 Gets New Life
Every basement has uncommon findings, including collectibles and fictitious monsters. The basement of a Maryland man is no exception with a rare 1967 Chevy Corvette C2. Fast forward: To the…
Refresher: Rules for Driving Around School Buses
Photo: Holly Chaffin During the school year, school buses driving around at about the same time everyone is heading to work are just a fact of life. However, this week…
Millennials Are Creating a Demand for Sustainable Products, Including Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
Photo: Pixaline As an automotive journalist, I spend a decent portion of my day reading the news. I like to stay informed about current models, legislation taking effect, and industry trends…
DENDO DRIVE HOUSE Sales Begin
DENDO DRIVE HOUSE Photo: Mitsubishi Motors Mitsubishi Motors Corporation announced the DENDO DRIVE HOUSE back in March at the Geneva Auto Show. Now, the company has begun limited sales of…
What Are Historic License Plates & How to Get One for Your Car
Photo: The News Wheel According to certain studies, the average life expectancy of a vehicle is 8-10 years. But, with proper maintenance and light usage, a car can last for…
What Should I Do If I See Roadkill on the Street?
Photo: Blue Moonbeam Studio via CC 2.0 It’s a sad thing to see a dead animal on the road that’s been hit by a car, but it’s also a hazard.…
A Beginners Guide to the Types of Convertible Tops
Pictured: 2021 Lexus LC 500 Convertible Photo: Lexus The word “convertible” comes from the root word “convert,” simply referring to a car with a roof that is changeable. However, any automotive…
How The Beach Boys Classic “Little Deuce Coupe” Became “Little Saint Nick”
The official singers of surfing, sand, and suped-up hot rods have their own seasonal hit The Holiday season is finally coming to a close, which means local radio stations that…
[PHOTOS] 2016 Dragon Con Parade Features Custom Movie & TV Cars
The Power Racing Series shows off their custom creations at the parade Over Labor Day weekend, downtown Atlanta was packed with visitors for the 30th annual Dragon Con pop culture…
Book Review: Stile Transatlantico/Transatlantic Style by Donald Osborne
Buy this book on Amazon.com What makes the automotive industry so fascinating on a global scale is that no automaker exists in a bubble. Even from the birth of modern…
Cute but Deadly: Wombat Scurries onto Road
9News The typical animals drivers see on American roads are deer, opossum, and raccoons. However, in Australia, native animals such as koalas, dingos, and emus are often the disastrous victims…
Writing on Car Windows 101
Chalk markers are an easy way to adorn your car with festive messages Photo: Rene Asmussen via Pexels Writing on your car’s windows is a festive way to celebrate special…
General Motors: An Early History
GM Technical Center in Warren, MichiganGeneral Motors is one of the largest automakers in the U.S., with big name brands like Chevy, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac under its umbrella. But…
Armadillo Roadkill Surprises Wisconsin Drivers
Photo: Robert Nunnally While driving through the lush forests and countryside of Wisconsin, you expect majestic vistas, complete with wildflowers, rivers, and the occasional deer. However, a Wisconsin motorist got…
Mazda's Tradition of Karakuri Gives Them an Edge
Mazda and other Japanese automakers like Toyota might have a distinct advantage over other companies because of a cultural tradition called karakuri, which involves finding simple and unique solutions to…
LEGO Releases New C7 Corvette ZR1 Technic Kit
Photo: auto imagen Many car enthusiasts enjoy channeling their passion for autos by assembling vehicle models kits from manufacturers like LEGO. While past LEGO Technic kits have highlighted European performance…
Cannybot Toy Cars Drive Children to Learn Robotics, Programming, 3D Printing
Looking for a real toy your digitally-addicted child can play with that isn’t on a smart phone? The future of remote control racing is here, and it uses basic 3D…
2018 Mazda6 Overview
With a fresh new design and a much more upscale look on life, the 2018 Mazda6 is taking its place as the flagship passenger car for the Zoom-Zoom brand with…
What Are the Worst Drivers on the Road? Our Picks
Some drivers, it seems, deserve a permanent placard reading “Warning, I drive like I have a car full of bees” on their bumper. No matter the reason why, our roadways…
[VIDEO] Footage Of Caitlyn Jenner’s Fatal Crash Finally Released
A photo of the aftermath of the fatal car accident that Bruce Jenner (now Caitlyn Jenner) was involved in a few months ago Photo: Twitter Video of Caitlyn Jenner’s fatal…
Why Does My Car's Proximity Alert Beep When Nothing Is There?
Photo: The News Wheel Vehicle safety continues to evolve and become more accessible to the average driver. What used to be featured only on only high-end models has become widely…
AAA Study: 60% of Teen-Involved Crashes Caused By Distraction
Cover for Using Naturalistic Driving Data to Assess the Prevalence of Environmental Factors and Driver Behaviors in Teen Driver Crashes Photo: AAA Today, the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety released…
Potatoes and Cars: A Tribute to National Potato Day
Photo: taltigolt Potatoes and cars — such an unusual combination. However, there are quite a few scenarios where potatoes intersect with vehicles and transportation. Here are just four car-related celebrations…
In Praise of “The Honking,” the Only Halloween Episode of Futurama
Bender transforms into a “were-car” in the classic Futurama episode “The Honking” Horror movies and cars are a pretty natural pairing. While it’s not quite as close as the relationship…
What Happens If You Drive off with the Gas Hose?
Driving away from a gas pump with the gas hose still attached happens more frequently than you might think — whether it’s a case of morning brain fog, or succumbing…
What Happens if You Overfill Engine Oil?
Oil changes are a key component of routine maintenance While regular oil changes are an essential part of routine car care, putting too much oil in the engine can be…
A Gearhead's Review of Netflix's “Buddy Thunderstruck” Show
Photo: Netflix, Inc. Netflix has become known for its adult-oriented shows and movies, but the online video streaming service has produced a myriad of original children’s programming, too. Last year,…
British EV Chargers Retract Into the Sidewalk After Use
Electric vehicles continue to thrive in Europe. While no one can deny the benefit they bring to the environment, few people find EV chargers visually attractive — especially when those…
Gender Statistics: Do Men and Women Crash Their Cars Differently?
Photo: Thue via Wikimedia/CC While the idea isn’t always politically correct, numerous studies have been performed that illustrate the differences between men and women—the ways they think, the ways they…
FCA Sets Numerous New Sales Records in 2018
A number of Fiat Chrysler’s brands and models set personal sales records in 2018 Fiat Chrysler sales have been extremely high throughout 2018. Therefore, it’s not all that surprising to…
Automotive Brands with the Highest Average Mileage Lifespan
When you invest thousands and thousands of dollars into a car, you want to ensure that the vehicle you’re buying isn’t going to fall apart in the next couple years.…
Stellantis Earns Highest Score on Disability Equality Index
Photo: FCA Stellantis received the highest score possible on the annual Disability Equality Index. This benchmarking tool found that the company has put in place strategies to support disability equality…
Behind the Badge: Where Did Dodge's Hellcat Name & Logo Come From?
Where does this fierce logo and name originate? If there’s one moniker that stirs excitement in gearheads, it’s Dodge’s Hellcat. These supercharged variants of Dodge’s most popular models make the…
Considering the Environmental Impact of Hyperloop Routes in the US
Earlier this year, the city of Columbus, Ohio, initiated a feasibility study to install a hyperloop route from Cleveland to Chicago. Ohio isn’t the only state taking strides toward this…
Is It Really Necessary to Wax My Car?
Photo: The News Wheel Be honest: Do you actually take the time to wax your car on a regular basis? Or do you just drive it through an automatic car…
Mustang of the Day: 1969 Mustang Boss 302
The word “boss” took on a new cultural connotation in the 1950s as rock ‘n roll took over the airwaves. If something was boss, it was considered the very best…
Review of SimplyFun's 'Drive: The Classic Automobile Collecting Game'
Tabletop gaming has become a massive market recently as tens of thousands of new titles are hitting the shelves each year. While many of these are highly-immersive strategy simulations that will…
Israeli Startup Wants to Use Phone Tracing to Keep Pedestrians Safe
Viziblezone is just one of the startups seeking to make self-driving cars safer for pedestrians Photo: Free-Photos via Pixabay Pedestrian protection is a key concern when it comes to driverless…
The Story of Canada’s First Electric Car
An 1896 photo of the Fetherstonhaugh electric car Photo: Wikimedia Commons Electric vehicles might be the future of transportation, but they’ve also been around for a very long time. In…
The History of Autobahn
The Autobahn has its roots in 1920s racing When you think of the German Autobahn, it’s likely you think of a lead foot’s dream complete with high speed, flashing lights,…
[VIDEO] Volvo’s Braking System Stops 40-Ton Semi in Seconds
Volvo is known for its commitment to making the road a safer place, as was made apparent by the Swedish automaker’s Vision 2020 commitment, which aims to have no deaths…
1970 Chevelle SS Cameos on Mad Men Finale
A 1970 Chevelle SS is a blur in the opening shot of last night’s Mad Men series finale Last night, AMC aired the final episode of Mad Men, a seminal…
Dan Booth Named President of Mitsubishi Motors Credit of America
This is the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. This is not Dan Booth, who was named President of MMCA on Tuesday Today is Election Day, and so there will likely be a…
German Courts Decide to Take a Week To Mull Over Diesel Bans
Image: Hernán Piñera Automakers in Europe have been holding their collective breath lately as their diesel vehicle sales stood in the balance of a German court decision – a court…
GM Address Child Vehicle Safety Tips All Parents Should Know
In a recent Fast Lane blog post, GM covered five core child vehicle safety tips that all parents need to know. The automaker chose the summer to cover these child…
Dean Ambrose Drives Ambulance to Raw, Issues Wrestlemania Challenge to Brock Lesnar
Earlier this afternoon, Brock Lesnar sent shockwaves through the WWE Universe and a very clear message to a formidable foe when he viciously attacked Dean Ambrose in the parking area…
Barra to Testify Before House Oversight Committee On April 1
GM CEO Mary Barra will testify before the US House Energy and Commerce Committee on April 1st. On April Fools Day, Mary Barra and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)…
GM Wants You To Ignore Four-Cylinder Silverado EPA Rating
Chevrolet’s 2019 Silverado has a fairly unique powertrain for the new generation: a turbocharged 2.7-liter four-cylinder. When it first learned the engine’s EPA rating, it talked about how its engine…
