Chevrolet Details New Silverado Diesel Engine
Photo: Chevrolet Originally slated for the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, General Motors’ all-new Duramax turbo-diesel engine will be offered for that truck’s 2020 model year instead. This engine, a 3.0-liter…
2016 Chevy Camaros Begin Shipping to Dealers
New 2016 Chevy Camaros rolling off of the GM Lansing Grand River Assembly line Camaro-lovers, rejoice: Chevrolet announced today that it will begin shipping the all-new six-gen 2016 Camaro to…
New Study Indicates Bus Transportation Boosts Safety for Passengers, Pedestrians, and Cyclists
Photo: Elvert Barnes Bus transportation is often heralded as a plausible solution to help alleviate traffic congestion in urban areas. Besides freeing up roadways, bus transportation just might be the…
Old Chevy Astro Van Manages Epic Burnout
Unlike the Houston Astros, this rubber-burning Chevy Astro isn’t guaranteed to always finish last Usually when smoke pours out of an old van, it means that the vehicle’s meth lab…
Researchers Get Serious About Biodiesel Production
Today is a time of great upheaval in the source of your car’s power. Generally, there has been a global trend toward greener technology, with diesel facing harsh problems thanks…
Dean Jones, VW Star, Passes Away
Herbie Courtesy of the Walt Disney Company How many of you remember the Love Bug movies? These days, the idea of riding in a car that can drive itself isn’t…
OnStar Helps Locate Missing Chevy Silverado
OnStar technology helped reunite a black Chevy Silverado with its owner While some people like to party on New Year’s Eve, others prefer to sneak in one last crime. GM…
2015 Singapore Grand Prix Recap: Vettel Wins, Hamilton Retires
Vettel dominated at the 2015 Singapore Grand Prix Photo: chensiyuan The 2015 Singapore Grand Prix was a dramatic and bizarre event. That’s the best way I can think to describe…
Elon Musk Says We’ll Have Self-Driving Teslas within Six Years
Elon Musk says we’ll have self-driving Teslas within six years. Tesla CEO, Elon Musk, is known for making outlandish promises, like the fact that he plans on making submarine cars and…
Ferrari Locks Out Front Row in Hungary
Mercedes showed the strongest pace advantage at the last three Grand Prix in England, Austria, and Azerbaijan, and so Ferrari and those wishing to see a two-way fight for the…
Ricky Gervais Will Reprise His David Brent Role for ‘Life on the Road’ Film
It’s not really a secret that I am a huge fan of the American version of The Office. I won’t venture to say that I am the world’s biggest fan…
Another GM Recall: 221,558 Impalas and XTS Sedans
Despite Barra’s promise that GM recalls have been “substantially completed,” we’re met with yet another GM recall. ©GM Despite the fact that Mary Barra promised us that General Motors recalls…
Texas Gives Drivers 3 Ways to Report Credit Card Skimmers
Credit card skimmers on gas pumps are a problem throughout the nation, and The Lone Star State is no exception. That’s why the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation has…
What to Do and See in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, Ohio is not only the state’s capital, but its largest city as well. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that Columbus is hosting one of the Midwest’s most extensive auto…
Official 2020 Formula One Calendar
Barcelona awaits Photo: Reynier Carl | Unsplash The 2020 FIA Formula One World Championship will span 22 races from mid-March to the end of November, the busiest season the sport…
Daniel Ricciardo Wins Utterly Chaotic and Amazing Azerbaijan Grand Prix
Daniel Ricciardo celebrates his win as Lance Stroll drinks one of Ricciardo’s infamous shoeys The 2017 Azerbaijan Grand Prix—last year called the European Grand Prix—was a huge step up from…
Today’s Your Last Day to Watch “2 Fast 2 Furious” on Netflix, So Go Do That
They say you should live each day like it’s your last, because one day it will be. Well, if you’ve always dreamed of watching the first sequel in the Fast…
All-Star Jayson Werth Could Be Jailed For Reckless Driving
Jayson Werth can’t drive 55. Apparently, he can’t even be bothered with 95. Source: Keith Allison/Flickr USA Today is reporting that Washington Nationals outfielder Jayson Werth could face jail time…
Leadfoot Ladies: Dr. Anna Anund is Teaching Cars to Save Lives
Photo: Swedish National Road and Transport Research Institute Although Europe’s roads are the safest in the world, there’s always room for improvement. Every year, more than 25,000 people lose their…
Dhivya Suryadevara Will Be GM's First Female CFO
GM Chief Financial Officer Chuck Stevens, left, is retiring and will be replaced by Dhivya Suryadevara General Motors is getting a new chief financial officer, and she’ll be the first…
Bertha Benz, the First Road Trip Warrior
When Bertha Benz grabbed the wheel of the Benz Patent Motor Car on an August morning in 1888, with her sons by her side, she secured her place in history…
Scion’s NAIAS Display to Feature C-HR Concept, FR-S Release Series
Scion had an exceptional year in 2015 with the release of two all-new models—the iA sedan and the iM hatchback. Both models quickly became firm favorites with Scion’s target market—Millennials.…
Edgar Wright’s Script for ‘Baby Driver’ Sequel is Done
Photo: Laxbot7 via Wikimedia/CC BY-SA 4.0 Way back in 2017, a little movie called Baby Driver left a big impression with audiences. The film quickly became a critical darling, earning…
Connected Car-Connected City App Pursuit Finalists Named
Back in August, Ford announced the Connected Car-Connected City App Pursuit, which took place last week at the Ford Developer Conference at the Connected Car Expo. Today, the 10 finalists…
First Impressions of 2019 Mustang Shelby GT350 Agree: Wow!
2019 Mustang Shelby GT350 first drives say this pony is better than ever Photo: Ford Motor Company The upcoming return of the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 — all 700-plus horsepower…
Toronto Buses and Cars Suffer Raptor Victory
The situation is giving us flashbacks to what happened when the Cubs won the World Series… There are many things Americans and Canadians do differently, but at least we now…
2015 JUKE Pricing Announced
2015 Nissan JUKE Hey kids, do you like weird stuff? Well, if you like weird stuff that is also good stuff, then you’ll probably like the 2015 Nissan JUKE, which…
The 2020 C8 Corvette Lapped Nurburgring in 7:29.9
2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe Photo: Chevrolet Chevrolet is cooking up an intriguing documentary about the development of the revolutionary mid-engine 2020 C8 Corvette, and in the trailer, the automaker…
Four Chevy Models Make US News List of Best Diesel Vehicles
The 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe LS Photo: General Motors Diesel-powered engines offer several key benefits over gasoline-powered engines. If you prioritize fuel efficiency and durability in your engine then diesel is…
A Beginner's Guide to Taking a Road Trip Alone
Congratulations! If you’ve clicked on this article, you’ve probably decided to take the plunge and embark on a solo road trip journey. It’s a huge step toward furthering your independence,…
Which Chevrolet Sedans, Trucks, and SUVs Have the Roomiest Second Rows?
Here’s what the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado HD’s 43.4 inches of rear legroom looks like Are you planning on carrying passengers in the second (or third) row of your vehicle? It’s…
What Is New Car Replacement Insurance?
New car replacement insurance will give you peace of mind when you drive a new vehicle off the lot Photo: Tumisu via Pixabay If you’ll be buying a new vehicle…
All-Electric Mustang Cobra Jet 1400 is Stupid Fast
The all-electric Mustang Cobra Jet 1400 concept is a ridiculous performance monster Photo: Ford You know what would be a really great way for Ford to shush the chorus of…
Where to Eat During the 2017 Chicago Auto Show
If you’re coming into town for the 2017 Chicago Auto Show, you may get a bit hungry. Well, good news—you’re in Chicago! Chicago is a city that, as beloved local…
Will Insurance Protect You If Someone Else Crashes Your Car?
Person holding keys Photo: The News Wheel If a close friend or family member has ever asked to borrow your car, you likely have weighed the risks and benefits of…
Revealed: How Hollywood Stunt Crews Flip Cars in Movies
How do filmmakers launch vehicles into the air? Pictured: Need for Speed from Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures For all the CGI-filled blockbusters hitting the movie circuit every summer, nothing…
Tips for Telling Your Loved One You Wrecked the Car
Photo: Breakingpic Whether you back into another car in the parking lot or get into a fender bender on the highway, getting into a wreck can be a scary experience.…
Europe Gets Outlander PHEV GX3h 4Work Van
Outlander PHEV GX3h 4Work: basically this, just minus some guts Those of us looking forward to the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV still have a good little while to wait. Probably about…
What You Should Do if a Car Hits Your Pet
Photo: kitty.green66 For a pet owner, one of the scariest situations you can experience is a car hitting your beloved furbaby. While this is a situation you hopefully never have…
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo to Drive Formula E Car to the New York International Auto Show
The New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) in NYC gets a lot of buzz around this time of year. As the largest-attended auto show in North America, the show has nationwide…
What Was America's First Interstate Highway?
America’s interstate highway system dates from 1956, when President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the Federal-Aid Highway Act. This legislation authorized and funded the construction of thousands of miles of new…
[PHOTOS] 2016 Chevrolet Volt Revealed
The 2016 Chevrolet Volt © GM Chevrolet led off Detroit today with the world’s first clear look at the 2016 Volt. In addition to finally seeing the new-and-improved look of…
Shell Acquires European Car Charging Station Firm
Shell acquires NewMotion to help future-proof its investments in light of the spread of EV technology Photo: Mike Mozart As more automakers join the electric vehicle (EV) technology movement, oil…
Justin Bieber Got Arrested for Dangerous Driving and Assault
It’s being reported that Justin Bieber got arrested for dangerous driving and assault while in Canada, his motherland, with Selena Gomez, his on-again, off-again girlfriend, on August 19. I’m personally…
Goodyear Taking Wrangler Name Off Bronco Tires
2021 Ford Bronco Black Diamond with 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler tires Photo: Ford The all-new 2021 Ford Bronco has at least one primary objective: to knock the Jeep Wrangler off its…
How to Maintain a Safe Following Distance While You Drive
Tailgating is more than just an annoyance for the person ahead of you — it’s also a dangerous way to drive. Following another vehicle too closely robs you of the…
Pikachu Car, I Choose You!
Isn’t this what you pictured yourself driving when you were a kid? Photo: Gnsin via CC Wikimeda Pokémon is huge. In the 15 years since its debut, the video game-based…
Driving Tips for People with Physical Disabilities
Most people take their ability to easily operate a car for granted. For some people, driving a vehicle isn’t a simple task. It’s complicated by special physical conditions or disabilities…
Good Drivers Turn Bad: Study Finds Rude Motorists Corrupt Nice Ones
Photo: John Greenfeld via CC You might think you’re a saint behind the wheel–and that may be true when you first buckle your seatbelt–but once you’re faced with a devilish…
Should I Recharge or Replace My Dead Car Battery?
Photo: The News Wheel I’m not the only person this has happened to: It’s a frigid winter morning, and the cold temperature has drained your car battery overnight. Your car…
