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…
Halloween Decorations for Your Car
With just three more weeks till Halloween, many people are already busy gathering hordes of candy as well as accessories and gear for costumes. While decorating your house and your…
8 Vehicles Named After Mythical Creatures
The automotive industry is full of models with mythical monikers Here at The News Wheel, we have previously discussed how automakers look to the animal kingdom in search of names…
Opel's Contractual Relationship with GM Set to End in Two to Three Years
Buick will have to develop a new Regal vehicle all on its own GM’s decision to sell Opel and Vauxhall to PSA raised many questions about the future of its…
The Evolution of the Tow Truck
It’s easy to take tow trucks for granted … but early car owners didn’t have this convenience. Photo: GPS 56 via CC As frustrating as car breakdowns can be in…
What Qualifications Make a Car a Muscle Car?
1978 Chevy Nova Coupe engine blower Photo: The News Wheel If there’s one concept that’s central to the legacy of American automobiles, it’s the muscle car. While automakers from around the…
Find the Right Car Seat for Your Pup
Traveling with pets, whether it’s a short trip to the vet or a long road trip with the family, requires extra consideration. You might need to pack treats, water, a…
David Beckham is Maserati’s New Brand Ambassador
Photo: Maserati Step aside, Matthew McConaughey — there’s a new, cool brand ambassador in town. David Beckham has entered the fray, teaming up with Maserati to produce a video as…
Chevrolet Extends Partnership With NNPA, Announce Ambassador
Photo: Chevrolet For the sixth year in a row, Chevrolet is partnering with the National Newspaper Publishers Association for the “Discover the Unexpected” program. In addition to the partnership extension,…
2023 Chevrolet Blazer Overview
2023 Chevrolet Blazer RS Photo: Chevrolet The Chevrolet Blazer is all new for the 2023 model year. This Camaro-inspired SUV now boasts enhanced tech tools along with updated styling. Here’s…
Why Are Stop Signs Red? And Other Questions You've Wondered About Colors on the Road
We don’t live in a world of grayscale, and we certainly don’t drive in one. The road is filled with colors, and not just the hues of other cars. From…
VW Helped Purchase Land for Cherokee National Forest
Photo: Volkswagen In its continued effort of sustainability and eco-friendliness, Volkswagen worked with The Conservation Fund to purchase, conserve, and transfer about 1,500 acres of land to the U.S. Forest…
Full-Size SUV Sales Shine for GM in Third Quarter
Chevrolet Suburban sales rose 28.1 percent in the third quarter Photo: Chevrolet Third-quarter sales numbers have arrived, and the results confirm General Motors’ status as America’s go-to automaker for full-size…
Bottas Wins 2019 United States GP, Hamilton Crowned Champion
Photo: FORMULA 1 | YouTube Valtteri Bottas did well to beat teammate Lewis Hamilton to the checkered flag at the 2019 United States GP, but it was Hamilton who claimed…
From Iron Man to Endgame: The Cars of Tony Stark
It has been quite a ride for Robert Downey Jr. In 2008, his character, Tony Stark, constructed the first Iron Man suit in a cave from a box of scraps.…
2022 EV6 Wins WardsAuto 10 Best Interiors & UX Award
Photo: Kia The all-new, all-electric Kia EV6 has finally arrived. The inspiring new Kia SUV is already making a name for itself in the industry, having been named a winner…
F1 Season Comes to a Close at 2019 Abu Dhabi GP
Photo: FORMULA 1 | YouTube The 2019 Formula One World Championship came to a close at the 2019 Abu Dhabi GP, where drivers fought over the last few points still…
Forza Horizon 4 Adds Classic Mazdas
Photo: Mazda Forza Horizon 4 recently added the 1973 Mazda RX-3 and the 1972 Mazda Cosmo to its roster of virtual race cars. Here’s a look back at these classic…
Chevy Silverado EV Meets “Sopranos” in Nostalgia-Charged Super Bowl Ad
Actor Jamie-Lynn Sigler (Meadow Soprano) drives the Silverado EV in a Super Bowl ad Photo: Chevrolet If your favorite pop-culture phenomenon hasn’t yet been revived and recycled in an attempt…
Lewis Hamilton Wins 2019 Mexican GP
Photo: FORMULA 1 | YouTube Lewis Hamilton has won the 2019 Mexican GP, setting himself up to win the 2019 Formula One World Championship at the upcoming race at the…
Desert-Ready ‘The Chevy Beast’ Concept Arrives at SEMA
Photo: Chevrolet Each year, automakers show off their coolest concepts at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Tomorrow marks the start of the event and Chevrolet has brought The Chevy…
[VIDEO] Spectre Trailer Gives Us Glimpse at Bond’s Cars
The glorious Aston Martin DB10 After months of teasing, Sony Pictures has finally released the full-length trailer for the upcoming James Bond movie, Spectre. As you might expect, it’s full…
Groupe PSA Features in the Latest FCA Merger Rumors
Is a FCA merger finally happening? Photo: Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Prior to his death last year, one of Sergio Marchionne’s main goals as the CEO of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles was…
Stellantis Named One of the 2021 Best Companies for Latinas
Stellantis making the list in a previous year Photo: FCA Stellantis has earned a spot on LATINA Style magazine’s list of the 2021 Top 50 Best Companies for Latinas to…
‘Drive to Survive’ Season 2 Arrives February 28 on Netflix
Photo: Pablo Franco | Unsplash Drive to Survive season 2 will debut on Netflix in just over a month, on Feb. 28. It will cover the events of the 2019…
GM, Pilot Flying J Plan National EV Fast Charging Network
Photo: General Motors General Motors is rolling out a series of new electric vehicles like the Chevy Silverado EV, the Chevy Equinox EV, and the GMC Hummer EV — and…
2019 German GP: Hamilton on Pole, Vettel Out
Photo: FORMULA 1 | YouTube The German Grand Prix was a disaster for Sebastian Vettel last year, who had crashed out of the lead and has since never quite seemed…
CarHopper: Catering to Rich People with Luxury Vehicle Rentals and Caviar
This Lamborghini Gallardo could be yours (for a day) for the low, low price of $2,000! For most, the idea of sitting behind the wheel of a Lamborghini Huracan is a farfetched…
Infographic: Unusual Car Door Designs
For most motorists, opening a car door to enter their vehicle is a rather banal experience. There’s nothing really noteworthy to distinguish one vehicle’s door from another’s, as most automakers utilize a…
Rainbow Flag to Replace Confederate Flag on General Lee
It was announced earlier this week that, following the tragic, race-fueled shooting in South Carolina that left nine human beings dead in a church, the Confederate flag would be removed…
What Happened to Diamond-Star Motors?
Mitsubishi Eclipse In the 1970s, Chrysler and Mitsubishi kind of had a thing together. Chrysler bought 15% of the Mitsubishi Motors stock and began selling Mitsubishis in the US rebadged…
Will Cars' Built-In GPS Systems Put iPhone Navigation Apps Out of Business?
As technology progresses, our vehicles are becoming more and more plugged-in (sometimes literally with electric cars). Technology systems are integrated into our vehicles now, with infotainment, navigation, and even built-in…
2021 Chevy Traverse Gains Midnight and Sport Editions
The 2021 Chevrolet Traverse Midnight Edition Photo: Chevrolet The Chevrolet Traverse has only received a few minor changes for the 2021 model year. However, to make the latest Traverse a…
US News Names 2021 Chevy Traverse One of the Quietest SUVs
The 2021 Chevrolet Traverse Photo: Chevrolet U.S. News & World Report honored the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse on the list of “The 11 Quietest SUVs in 2021.” The Traverse earned praise…
2017 Chevy Volt Already Arriving at Dealerships with GM Incentives
An orange Volt on display at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show General Motors had announced that the 2017 Chevy Volt would launch nationwide sometime this spring. And apparently Punxsutawney Phil…
GM's Mary Barra Says US Will Take 20 Years to Shift to EVs
GM CEO Mary Barra gave her personal prediction on when Americans will shift to EVs Photo: © General Motors No one knows exactly when more Americans will come around to…
2017 Chevy Silverado HD to Feature Quieter, Stronger Duramax 6.6-Liter Diesel V8
The 2017 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Z71 Today Chevy announced that the Silverado HD will include an available redesigned Duramax 6.6-liter V8 turbo-diesel engine for the 2017 model year. This next-gen…
Behind the Badge: Exploring the Theories Behind Lincoln's Star Logo
Few automotive logos carry the legacy of luxury and prestige more than the Lincoln emblem. For decades, the premium automaker has presented its star-like logo as a symbol of its…
Here’s Why CAPTCHA Shows You Traffic Pictures
Photo: smoothgroover22 Ever had your browsing disrupted by a CAPTCHA prompting you to click on all the buses, traffic lights, or stop signs? You’ve probably noticed that CAPTCHA likes asking…
Musicars: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang : Nemms Just as cars are essential to our real lives, they are important for fictional characters as well. Whether they are symbols or simply a…
2018 Traffic Data Suggests the Worst Cities to Drive
If you totaled the amount of time you spend in traffic during the year, you might barf. While it may not be as depressing as the hours we spend on…
What to Consider When Picking an Eco-Friendly Vehicle for a New Driver
If you’re looking for a vehicle for your teen driver, now is the chance to consider an eco-friendly vehicle. Today’s eco-friendly cars offer a bevy of safety systems, advanced connectivity…
Strategies for Surviving a Car Breakdown in Winter
Photo: jill111 Winter definitely poses some formidable challenges for drivers. Considering that approximately 70% of injuries that happen during the winter are vehicle-related, it’s important to know what to do…
How Many Miles Is Too Many for a Used Car?
Photo: The News Wheel Buying a pre-owned car is a great way to save money. The more miles are on the odometer, the lower the price will be. Yet, there…
Chevy Colorado and Silverado Earn Spots on US News’ List of Best Trucks for Families in 2019
2019 Chevrolet Colorado SUVs and minivans earn the most attention from families in the market for new vehicles, leaving pickup trucks idle on the lot. But trucks on the market…
Why is Saudi Arabia Jailing Female Driving Activists?
The magical date of Jun. 24 is almost here. What makes it so special, you ask? Why, that’s the date when Saudi Arabian women can officially get behind the wheel…
New Ohio GM Plant Will Build Diesel Engine Parts for Sierra, Silverado HD
GM executive Gerald Johnson announces the automaker’s new Duramax diesel engine parts plant in Brookville, Ohio Photo: AJ Mast for General Motors A new $175 million General Motors plant in…
Vehicular Viewing: New on Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu for July 2019
Cinematic classics, so-bad-they’re-good misfires, and beloved TV shows — all these and more are coming to Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu in July. Here’s a look at the most notable vehicle-related…
GM China’s Green Supply Chain Reduced CO2 Emissions by 5.5 Million Kilograms
One month ago, General Motors set an ambitious green energy goal to power all of its operations worldwide entirely by renewable energy by the year 2050. At the time, GM…
Hamilton Wins in Mixed Conditions at the 2017 Chinese Grand Prix
Moments before the lights went out to signal the start of the 2017 Chinese Grand Prix, you couldn’t have faulted any of the teams for questioning which tires to put…
