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…
4 Unconventional Uses for Rain-X
Driving in the rain can be dangerous business. While we can’t actively change road conditions, we can at least control how our own vehicles perform in such conditions. One popular…
Bari off the Track: A Look into a Monster Truck Driver’s Life
Bari Musawwir is known mostly as the Zombie truck driver in Monster Jam’s East Coast Tour. At the time of this post, Bari is leading the Monster Jam pack in…
What to Know Before Buying a Power Wheels Toy
Photo: DaMongMan via CC When thinking about a birthday gift for my almost-2-year-old son who is obsessed with all things that go “vroom-vroom,” the most obvious choice was some sort…
Chevy Spark Is One of the Cheapest Cars of 2020, Says KBB
2020 Chevrolet Spark Photo: Chevrolet With more people returning to the workplace, it’s normal to start readying your vehicle for commuting. If your car is nearing the end of its…
More Car Movies You Didn’t Know Were Remakes
Hollywood is always hunting for older movies and shows to remake Photo: Chevrolet In a previous article for The News Wheel, we highlighted several modern vehicle-themed blockbusters that were actually…
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Very few movies from the last few decades have had the lasting cultural impact of Jurassic Park. The 1993 film was an awe-inspiring — and occasionally terrifying — peek into…
Japan PM: Car Trade Imbalance Not Japan’s Fault
When President Trump was sworn into office, it seems fair to say that Asia-Pacific trade agreement was unpopular with the new administration, especially since withdrawing from it was one of…
How Businesses Can Improve Their Reputation and Reliability of Services
It can be said that word of mouth is the lifeblood of small businesses, as having a good reputation often leads to the acquisition of more customers, and thus greater…
Maintaining Your Car During the Coronavirus Lockdown
Photo: The News Wheel The coronavirus pandemic might have you stuck inside with your car sitting idle in the garage. It’s important to pay attention to your vehicle, even if…
Check Out the National Corvette Museum’s Kartplex Go-Kart Track [VIDEO]
It’s shaping up to be a fun summer at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky. In addition to the museum’s new “Kentucky: 225 Years on the Move” exhibit,…
Road Trip Pit Stops: 4 Unique Hotels in Southern California
Hotel Figueroa sign Photo: The Erica Change Southern California is a popular vacation destination, thanks to its incredible beaches, theme parks, and more. The next time you go on a…
Ryan Millen Drives Rally RAV4 to Victory at Sandblast Rally
The Toyota Rally RAV4 driving to victory at the Sandblast Rally Last weekend, at the Sandblast Rally in Cheraw, South Carolina, driver Ryan Millen and his navigator/fiancée Christina Fate drove…
US News Ranks 2020 Gladiator as One of the Best New Pickup Trucks
2020 Jeep Gladiator Overland and 2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Photo: FCA The year is moving along quickly, and before long, if not already, 2020 models will be available at dealerships…
Travel Tips to Keep in Mind This Spring Break
Traveling on the road Photo: Avinash Patel Spring break is the perfect time to take a road trip with friends and family and have some much-needed fun. No matter where…
Things to Keep in Mind When Moving On Your Own
Photo: Wesley Fryer Moving is stressful, there’s no doubt about it. On top of the lifestyle adjustment, switching over your bills, and the general disruption of your daily life, you…
Women Survive 60-Foot Plunge off Bridge in RAV4
The remains of the Toyota RAV4 Photo: New Jersey Record Winter brings out the worst in many drivers. From those who seem to be oblivious to the fact that there’s…
San Francisco Cyclists Take a Stand Against Self-Driving Cars
Photo: Unsplash Bike advocacy group, San Francisco Bicycle Coalition, is pressuring the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to prohibit self-driving cars from navigating California streets, unless they have a…
Trademarks Hint at Future GM AWD and Self-Driving Tech
Sometimes, it’s a lot of fun to speculate about the hidden future of automobiles, and through trademarks General Motors gives us plenty of traction to speculate. Take, for example, two…
Chevy Will Add an Electrified Hybrid Powertrain to the C8 Corvette ZR1
The new C8 Corvette ZR1 will soon get an electrified hybrid powertrain. (Just in case you needed another reason to fall in love with Chevy’s new mid-engine Corvette…) Here’s what…
Health Benefits of Traveling
January 9th is known as National Shop for Travel Day. The Travel Technology Association established this holiday as a way to celebrate the pleasure of traveling as well as the…
You Can Buy the '93 Supra From The Fast & The Furious
Today, Furious 7 is the fastest film to reach $1 billion international gross and is already one of the top 10 highest-grossing films of all-time. In a year where sequels…
5 Fastest GM Sports Cars at the 2017 Detroit Auto Show
While much of Chevy’s display at the Detroit Auto Show this year was focused on the redesigned versions of the GMC Terrain and Chevy Traverse, the American automaker still brought…
City in Crisis: Akron Man Pooping on Cars in Ohio
The “Bowel Movement Bandit” provides a very literal review of the Dodge Neon’s design Source: Akron Police Just when Ohioans thought they were finished scraping snow and ice off of…
How to Stay Awake While Driving
Staying awake while driving can be difficult when your passengers have dozed off. Photo: Cali4beach If you find that you start to get drowsy on the road, there are a…
2022 Wagoneer Overview
Photo: Stellantis The 2022 Wagoneer is back after a nearly 30-year hiatus, arriving with the perfect blend of contemporary and classic style. This American icon has a good mix of…
How to Fill Your Car's Tires and Check Their Pressure
Although you may not think of the tires when purchasing a new vehicle, these components are vital in keeping you safe as you drive. If your car’s tires are under-…
The National Corvette Museum Opens Up Its Parking Lot for Those Fleeing Hurricane Irma
Those escaping the wrath of Irma now have somewhere to park in the interim It seems like only a short while ago that Hurricane Harvey made landfall in Texas, leaving…
Consumer Reports Names Cadillac's Super Cruise the Best Semi-Autonomous Driving System
We are one step closer to the steering wheel villain from WALL-E becoming a reality Several semi-autonomous driving technologies have begun to emerge across the automotive industry. While they all…
Chevy Tahoe and Traverse Rival Minivan Accommodations
2020 Chevrolet Tahoe Premier Plus Photo: Chevrolet If your family is growing in size or you already have a large brood who are feeling cramped in your current ride, you…
How to Plan for a Healthy Road Trip
Photo: Riccardo Bresciani Summer is upon us, which means it’s the season of road trips. Whether you’re driving to visit a family member a few states away or making a…
GM Survey Hints at a Hybrid Powertrain for the Chevy Camaro
Chevy might be set to add some efficiency to the next Camaro model The Chevrolet Camaro is a vehicle renowned primarily for its power, not its efficiency. But a survey…
How Fast Can RC Cars Go?
RC cars have technically evolved massively since they first hit the shelves. Where they were once limited in speed, design and user potential, they now offer the versatility and capability…
