What To Do If Your Windshield Takes Damage While Driving
Photo: Pixabay Few things are more startling than a sudden thump on your windshield. Most of the time, road debris doesn’t even scratch the windshield, but if the impact was…
How to Get Out Those Pesky Car Carpet Stains
Photo: The News Wheel If you spill a drink or smear sauce on your car seat, you’ll wind up with an unsightly blemish. The most effective way of cleaning stains…
Components of an Automated Car Wash
Ever wonder what you’re paying for when you take your vehicle to an automated car wash? Here’s a step-by-step guide to each component you’ll find in that mysterious dark tunnel…
Ways to Make Your Car’s Interior Last Longer
Photo: The News Wheel Cars are lasting longer than ever before. And while a vehicle can rack up hundreds of thousands of miles on its odometer while remaining drivable, its…
Meet Hiroyoshi Kato, Meister of The Green Hell
Don’t let appearances fool you: this man is a tamer of wild beasts. Some people may well just be born lucky. Hiroyoshi Kato is one such man. His job: he…
How Will Mandatory Speed Limiters Affect Supercar Drivers?
For the lucky few, getting a new supercar out on the road and feeling the power of its engine under foot is a sensation unlike any other. That could all…
Chevrolet Issues Update to 2020 Corvette Frunk
Please refrain from hanging out in your Corvette’s frunk Photo: General Motors Ah, the frunk — a term I’ve written about at length in the past. We know it as…
Tire Translator: What Do All Those Numbers and Letters Mean?
Photo: toyohara At first glance, all those numbers and letters on tire sidewalls seem impossible to comprehend. However, each section conveys important information about the tire’s type, size, and more.…
What to Do if You’re Stuck in a Snowdrift
Photo: Chi Tranter Winter weather tends to turn the world into a beautiful wonderland of snow and ice. But while it does look ridiculously pretty when you’re inside your warm…
Why Does My Car Have Dual Exhaust?
Photo: The News Wheel If you drive a sportier car, it might have two tailpipes poking out from underneath the rear bumper instead of just one. These metal tubes are…
California Framework Automakers Back EPA in Lawsuit
California’s standards look to speed up EV adoption and cut emissions Photo: Ford Five automakers on Tuesday filed a motion backing the Environmental Protection Agency’s decision to restore California’s right…
6 Reasons to Keep Scissors in the Car
Scissors are a handy item to keep inside of your car Photo: Taken via Pixabay If you tend to keep random objects in your car, you’re not alone. There’s one…
The Elon Musk Dance Challenge Needs to Be a Thing
I just needed everyone to see this photo Photo: Steve Jurvetson In case you missed it, Tesla CEO Elon Musk awkwardly danced his way onstage at a Model 3 event…
Catch Infiniti’s New Short, “Conquer Life in Style” with Kate Hudson
Photo: Infiniti Instead of revealing its latest model at a live event or automotive exhibition, Infiniti opted to debut the all-new 2022 QX60 in a branded short film entitled “Conquer…
Should You Consult a Professional for Classic Car Audio Installation?
Do you need to update the audio system in your vintage vehicle? Photo: The News Wheel Classic car owners face a big dilemma: Do you keep your vintage vehicle exactly…
Where do Swirl Marks Come From?
Photo: The News Wheel If you take a close look at a car’s clear coat on a sunny day, you’ll probably notice countless tiny scratches across its surface. Unfortunately, these…
5 Tools To Turn Your Car Into a Mobile Office
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Essential Maintenance Tips for Your EV
Charging electric vehicles Photo: General Motors It’s true that electric vehicles don’t need oil changes, spark plugs, or fuel filters — but that doesn’t mean they’re maintenance-free. While EVs are…
FCA Canada Reports 20 Percent Sales Growth in Q2 2021
The 2021 Jeep Wrangler Photo: FCA For Q2 2021, FCA Canada had a 20 percent increase in total sales year over year, selling 40,490 vehicles compared to 33,718 vehicles in…
Want to Sell Your Used Car Fast? Here Are Some Tips
Whether you need money now or have to get rid of a car you don’t want anymore, you shouldn’t spend more time peddling your vehicle than you have to. You’re…
How to Tell if Your Car’s Tie Rods Need Service
Tie rods are important components that link your car’s front wheels to the steering wheel. When your car’s tie rods are compromised, your ability to control your vehicle is also…
Caring for Your Car's Chassis
The chassis may not be the visible part of your car, but it’s among the most structurally important parts of your vehicle’s construction. After all, the chassis is the frame…
Maintaining Your Car’s Differential
If you’re like the average driver, you probably don’t think twice about your vehicle’s differential. However, neglecting this critical component can lead to expensive repairs and diminished handling. Here’s what…
Vauxhall Cuts the Cascada from Its Vehicle Lineup
Vauxhall has decided to cut its losses with the Cascada Buick’s domestic sales had a pretty rough second quarter this year, with an overall sales decline of 12 percent. The…
How to Hire a Car for an East African Safari
This article is sponsored by SelfDriveEastAfrica. White rhinoceros family bonding at sunset at Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya, East Africa Photo: Diana Robinson |Creative Commons If you’re planning a trip…
Longer, Lighter, and Lovely: Opel Reveals New Insignia Country Tourer
Opel’s 7 in 17 product initiative has already proven to be quite fruitful with the revelation of the Crossland X and Grandland X crossovers and the Opel Insignia Grand Sport…
Holiday Vehicle Spotlight: The Old Man's Oldsmobile from 'A Christmas Story'
Everyone has their favorite Christmas movie, and for many people, that film is A Christmas Story. The 1983 adaptation of the writings of Jean Shepherd has become a beloved (though admittedly…
Linda Jackson Named Next Citroën CEO
Linda Jackson was named the next CEO of Citroën Wednesday. If you are a fan of Citroën cars, you may want to brace yourself. It appears that the automaker might…
Signs Your Car’s Transfer Case Needs Service
Your car’s transfer case is kind of like a secondary transmission — it’s responsible for letting your four-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive vehicle switch modes. While the transfer case is meant to…
Solar-Powered RV Travels from Netherlands to Spain
Photo: Bart van Overbeeke via Solar Team Eindhoven A solar-powered electric camper van has completed a 1,242-mile journey from Eindhoven University in the Netherlands to Tarifa, a town at the…
What Kind of Oil is Right for Your Diesel Vehicle?
From unique fuel to specialized additives, diesel engines require special care. Whenever you’re shopping for diesel engine oil, the first thing you should consider is the manufacturer’s recommendations. However, some…
PSA Sale Delays Next-Generation Opel Corsa Until 2020
Opel Corsa There are numerous questions that can be asked in the wake of General Motors’ agreement to sell the Opel and Vauxhall brands to PSA Group, which was finalized…
How to Turn a Pepsi Can into a DeLorean DMC-12
Bottles? Where we’re going, we don’t need bottles… Ladies and gentlemen, we are fast approaching October 22, 2015; the date that Marty McFly time travels to in Back to the…
5 of the Weirdest Drive-Thrus in America
Drive-thrus aren’t just for fast food and coffee. Here’s a look at five of the weirdest — and most convenient — drive-thru stores in America. Engineered to Exhilarate: The 2019…
How To Clean a Sticky Steering Wheel
Your leather steering wheel can become sticky for a number of reasons, from repeatedly touching it with sweaty hands to often leaving your car out in the sun. No matter…
GM, PSA Finalize Deal for Opel/Vauxhall Brands
Carlos Tavares, chairman of the Managing Board of PSA, and Mary Barra, General Motors CEO General Motors confirmed on Monday the terms of an agreement that will see the Opel…
VW Debuts Alluring New Atlas Cross Sport GT Concept
This Atlas Cross Sport GT concept was designed by Jamie Orr Photo: Volkswagen Every once in a while, Volkswagen lets superfans design and modify its models to showcase to the…
2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Overview
Photo: Chevrolet For 2022, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 presents a refreshed, expanded lineup that builds on the full-size truck’s already popular array of features and capabilities. The 2022 Silverado 1500 is…
FCA US Sales up 32 Percent in Q2 2021
The 2021 Jeep Wrangler 80th Anniversary Edition Photo: FCA FCA US LLC announced that its Q2 2021 sales increased 32 percent year over year. Retail sales, in particular, grew 27…
Max Verstappen Crowned F1 Champion amid Controversy
Photo: Honda Max Verstappen has won his first Formula One World Drivers’ Championship by taking victory at the season-ending 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, though fans, pundits, and drivers are…
Vehicular Viewing: New on Streaming for May 2021
Each month, Vehicular Viewing rounds up the most notable streaming titles for gearheads, car lovers, and anyone else who likes to see interesting vehicles on the big or small screen.…
Consumer Reports Worst New Cars of 2014 List Tallies Least of the Least
2014 Mitsubishi Lancer | Consumer Reports Worst New Cars of 2014 List If there’s ever a tool that is of particular use to a new car shopper, it’s the multitude…
Hailie Deegan, Joey Logano Donate 350 Hams for the Holidays
Joey Logano and Hailie Deegan observing boxes of ham Photo: Ford Back in November, rising Ford Performance superstar Hailie Deegan delivered over 3,000 pounds of turkeys to needy families in…
VW Golf GTI is the Best Hatchback on Good Housekeeping List
Photo: Volkswagen I don’t know about you, but I always look for the latest car reviews from… checks notes… Good Housekeeping? Not to worry, folks. The team at GH worked…
Cosworth, Aston Martin, Lamborghini Attend F1 Engine Meeting
Photo: Artes Max The most recent Formula One engine meeting was held last week and featured a surprisingly large number of manufacturers according to Mercedes AMG F1 team boss Toto…
What is Automotive Body Filler?
Photo: DaveSeven via CC If you need to patch a dent or gouge in your vehicle, you might reach for the putty that’s commonly known as Bondo. This polyester-based resin…
Chevrolet Makes a TikTok With BRELAND and Silverado Trucks
The rebooted “My Truck” music video Photo: Chevrolet On Feb. 19, Chevrolet showed off the latest Silverado models in its TikTok debut. This TikTok serves as a rebooted music video…
Max Verstappen on the Back Foot as 2021 F1 Season Draws to Epic Close
Photo: Honda With just two races to go, the 2021 Formula One season has been what the kids would call a banger. Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen have been heads…
FCA Supports Shoppers With ‘Drive Forward’ Initiative
“Drive Forward” initiative Photo: FCA On April 1, FCA launched the “Drive Forward” initiative to help shoppers during the coronavirus pandemic. As part of the initiative, the automaker created a…
The History of Brake Lights
Brake are one of the most important safety features in the automotive industry Before there were lane departure warning systems, blind spot monitoring, and rearview cameras, the automotive world had…
