Mattel and Warner Bros. Are Teaming Up for a Hot Wheels Movie
Can we expect to see loops and rings of fire as well? The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part arrives at movie theaters nationwide today. Five years ago, the first…
Vauxhall Viva Reborn from Chevy Spark, Should Be Called Reviva?
Pictured: The 2014 Sparks It’s alive! The long-gone Vauxhall Viva badge, which hasn’t been used since 1979, will return at last, though GM missed a lovely opportunity to have some…
Tips for Transporting your Thanksgiving Dishes
Photo: Gerry Ah, Thanksgiving — that glorious day when we can eat all the carbs, try every kind of dessert possible, and fall asleep in front of the TV with…
Don't Use Water as Windshield Washer Fluid
Photo: Charles Roderick At first glance, windshield washer fluid doesn’t seem like a big deal — it’s just some brightly colored solvent that keeps your windows clean, right? Unfortunately, there…
Registration for “Mario Kart Tour” Beta Testing Is Now Open
Photo: Nintendo of America (Twitter) Over the years, the Mario Kart series of racing games have appeared on a wide range of video game consoles, from the Super Nintendo Entertainment…
The Most Useful Tip For Avoiding Black Friday Traffic Revealed
It’s that time once again, mortals. The stars are in insidious alignment high overhead, the candles have been lit in their ceremonial formations around their altars, the red crushed velvet…
10 Common Vehicle Sounds and What They Mean
What’s that mysterious ticking noise? You can tell a lot about your car from the noises it makes. On a racetrack, the rev of an engine and the squeal of…
How to Maximize Your Fuel Efficiency
Photo: The News Wheel Gas prices are starting to climb again, which might be hitting you hard in the wallet if you drive a big SUV or truck. Regardless of…
The Oldsmobile Expression Concept Was Gloriously Awful
The Oldsmobile Expression Concept was the future vehicle for a dystopia we never got Photo: © General Motors Every once in a while, an automaker comes along with a concept…
Motorcyclists Are 28 Times More Likely to Die in an Accident than Those in Passenger Vehicles
Photo: Nikolai Ulltang While it’s true that fewer motorcyclists die each year than passenger vehicle occupants, that doesn’t mean it’s the safer option. In 2016, the U.S. Department of Transportation…
Watch an Amish Buggy Doing Donuts in Ohio
An Amish horse and buggy doing snow-nuts in Polk, Ohio We were pretty thrilled when a Honda Civic Type R was spotted driving around Marysville, Ohio. But about 90 minutes…
The Time Tiger Woods Gave Away Four Buicks
Sifting back through the years of automotive history can yield some forgotten gems. For instance, the time when legendary golfer Tiger Woods was the official spokesperson for Buick. In my…
Cold Weather Can Cause TPMS Sensors to Give a False Alarm
Dashboard warning lights can be confusing. Even when you do understand them though, they can still induce a temporary headache — especially when a certain warning light pops on for…
Highway Noise Barriers Don't Work Very Well. Why Are They Still Being Built?
Photo: Ken Lund Want to know a dirty little secret about those noise barriers that isolate busy stretches of highway from their surrounding neighborhoods? According to an in-depth investigation by…
10 Best Magazine Subscriptions for Car Fans & Gearheads
Despite having the internet (and The News Wheel) for the most up-to-date information on what’s going on in the auto industry, magazines still offer exclusive personal stories, how-to guides, model…
Cars Might Soon Have Transparent Wood Dashboards
Photo: ©Woodoo / Gear Productions, 2018 As automakers explore new materials and technologies to minimize cars’ weight and emissions, some companies are offering innovative solutions that could advance these goals.…
4 GM Executives Named to 2019 Motor Trend Power List
General Motors CEO and Chairman Mary Barra is ranked at No. 11 on Motor Trend’s 2019 Power List Photo: Fortune Live Media MotorTrend has released its annual ranking of “the…
GM China Concludes Two-Year Chevrolet EN-V 2.0 Vehicle Sharing Pilot Program
After two years of operation in a real-world environment, the Chevrolet EN-V 2.0 vehicle sharing pilot program launched by General Motors China and Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) has recently…
GM China Science Lab Key to Future Global Developments
General Motors China Science Lab, one of four GM R&D centers around the globe, is expected to play a considerable role in the automaker’s development over the next five years—a…
Are Electric Charging Stations Free?
Chevrolet Volt charging Photo: The News Wheel Petrol-powered cars require a trip to the gas station to refuel, and that costs money to fill your vehicle’s gas tank. But if…
Virtual Safety Car Helps Hamilton Win 2020 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix
Photo: Honda Lewis Hamilton won the 2020 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, and must be the luckiest man in Formula 1. He is the only driver not to have retired out…
4 Facts to Know About Towing and Storage Fees
Have you ever wondered about how to recover a towed vehicle or who covers towing fees after an accident? You’re in the right place. We’ve rounded up answers to a…
High-Tech Car Hacks on the Rise
Photo: PoliceCenter As technology advances, car thieves are getting sneakier. According to Fox 32 Chicago News, “relay attacks” are on the rise. Instead of a thief smashing a window or picking…
Surprising Factors That Affect Car Insurance Premiums
Knowing which factors can lower your car insurance rate can help you make a wise decision when shopping for a new policy or negotiating a lower rate with your current…
How to Get a Stop Sign Put Up in Your Neighborhood
Photo: The News Wheel With stay-at-home orders in full effect, you may be recognizing certain new or surprising things around your neighborhood, including speeding cars zooming down your street. As…
8 Quick Ways to Earn Money Driving Your Own Car
Money is hard to come by these days; many of us struggle to pay the bills or could use a little extra cash in the bank. While the majority of…
How Many Humans Would it Take to Power a Corvette?
Photo: Chevrolet While researching topics for The News Wheel, I’ll occasionally stumble across an idea that’s ultimately frivolous but which I find inexplicably fascinating. One such thought recently popped into…
Lessons Learned Cleaning an Infestation of Carpet Beetles Out of My Car
Let me tell you about my day on Wednesday. The first part went pretty normally, coming to work, doing some writing, attending meetings and such. However, once I left work,…
How Muppets Drive Cars: A Look Behind the Scenes
Movin’ right along, footloose and fancy-free… Photo: CGP Grey via CC Way back in 1976, The Muppet Show hit the airwaves and started a global phenomenon. Of course, this wasn’t…
2022 Chevrolet Silverado HD Overview
Photo: Chevrolet For a more powerful option than the standard Silverado, many turn to the Silverado HD (Heavy Duty) lineup of trucks. The 2500HD and 3500HD offer better towing capability,…
2023 Chevrolet Tahoe Overview
Photo: Chevrolet The 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe is a spacious three-row SUV that gained some new tech tools for the latest model year. On top of that, it received new exterior…
Navigating the US: Getting Around in Brooklyn, New York
In the early 1900s, Brooklyn was a mecca for immigrants arriving via Ellis Island, and over 100 years later, the community’s history and runs deep and is home to a…
A Brief History of Paid Parking
Photo: DijanaVu Whether you reside in the city or just visit it occasionally, chances are you’ve experienced the benefits and drawbacks of paid parking. Discover when paid parking meters first…
Why Today's Market Is Perfect for Buying a Used Car
Current used car prices might lead to you being as happy as these people If you’re considering buying a used car, this might be the best time to buy one,…
'Jurassic World' Mercedes G63 AMG 6×6 Teased
This thing is going to look amazing getting flipped over by a pissed off T-Rex. Admit it. The 6-year-old kid in you got all excited at the news that we…
GM and Amazon Add OnStar Guardian Skill to Amazon Alexa
The OnStar Guardian skill for Amazon Alexa Photo: General Motors General Motors has announced that it is teaming up with Amazon to offer the OnStar Guardian skill for Amazon Alexa.…
Chevrolet Unveils Big Updates for 2022 Silverado
From left, the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado High Country, ZR2, and LT Photo: Chevrolet Chevrolet’s bestselling vehicle has some serious upgrades to show off. The 2022 Silverado 1500 pickup truck boasts…
J.D. Power Names Silverado HD the Best Large Heavy Duty Pickup
The 2020 Silverado 2500 HD Photo: Chevrolet J.D. Power recently concluded its 2020 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study. After receiving a high ranking in the study, the Chevrolet Silverado HD received…
The Grand Tour’s Segment on Jim Clark is Worth a Watch
Photo: The Grand Tour – Season 3 You may think of The Grand Tour and the former Top Gear as TV shows featuring three old men acting like fools in…
Ford, Intel Investigate Facial Recognition Tech with Project Mobii
A joint project between Ford and Intel, called Mobile Interior Imaging or Project Mobii, is determining how vehicles can use interior-facing cameras to create a more enjoyable and intuitive driving…
GM Extends Military Discount to 3 Years After Discharge
General Motors is extending a program that offers discounts on new vehicles to members of the United States military and their immediate families. Military members can now take advantage of…
Chevy Impala At Risk of Being Discontinued
Despite its graceful lines and athletic exterior, the Chevy Impala may soon become a part of automotive history Photo: © General Motors While the Chevy Impala still currently has a…
NHTSA Releases Goals for 2021 Pedestrian Safety Month
Pedestrian crossing signal Photo: Edward Lich via Pixabay Move over fall and Halloween, there is another reason why the month of October is important. According to the National Highway Traffic…
How to Save Money on Road Trip Accommodations
It’s fairly easy to save on road trip lodging when you think outside the box You might already know how to save money on road trips by packing your own…
How to Retrieve OBD2 Codes Without a Scanner
Most people call a mechanic or technician if something goes wrong with their car. The expert will help address the issue in a more precise and specific manner. However, an…
PSA: Please Stop Applying Makeup While Driving
Her lip gloss may be poppin’, but the cops definitely don’t care Photo: Staff Sgt. Chad Warren While some might think the topic of distracted driving is worn out and…
Review: “Garfield Kart”
Look upon my works, ye mighty, and despair Photo: Anuman Interactive 40 years ago, American cartoonist Jim Davis published the first strip of a comic called Garfield. Starring a snarky…
Baby Safety Month: How to Properly Install a Car Seat
Photo: North Dakota Department of Transportation via Public Domain Your child’s car seat is one of the most important purchases you will make as a parent. Once you’ve chosen the…
Car Seat Rules to Keep Your Kids Safer
National Transportation Safety Board via public domain Car seats are designed specifically to keep little ones safe while riding in a car. But used incorrectly, car seats can be much…
Michigan Central Station Construction Enters Phase Two
Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford has announced that its ongoing renovation of Michigan Central Station has entered its second phase, putting the building on track toward its projected goal of reopening in…
