Japanese Ambassador Gets Tough on Brexit
Brexit is pretty much the topic that won’t go away when it comes to discussions about the global economy. While the United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union, not a…
GM and Cruise Automation's Self-Driving Bolts Head to the Big, Bad City Next Year
Self-driving cars have been rolling around the streets of our country for some time now, and today’s self-driving fleet of Cruise Automation’s Chevy Bolts is a long cry from the…
2015 Chevy Colorado Z71 Takes on Blizzapocalypsegeddon ’15
A 2015 Chevy Colorado Z71 braves the snow in upstate New York The blizzard that hit New York wasn’t quite devastating enough to justify all of the ridiculous media coverage…
FCA Starts 2018 with a 13% Sales Decline in January
Even popular models like the Dodge Journey lost sales last month 2018 presented a fresh start for the brands that make up Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, after a previous year of…
Alonso to Stay at McLaren for 2018 Formula One Season
McLaren Racing has announced that Fernando Alonso will continue to race with them for an additional year, putting an end to the many speculations about the Spaniard’s future not just…
Enter Our Giveaway: Hi-Tech ZUS Phone Charger & Car Finder
UPDATE: THE GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED. LOOK FOR MORE GIVEAWAYS FROM THE NEWS WHEEL. These days, keeping your smartphone charged while on the go is essential for staying connected. But only the…
Cena vs. Hasselhoff: Who Will Star in the Latest ‘Knight Rider’ Reboot?
Photos: Eva Rinaldi and Molly Treece In September of 1982, Knight Rider premiered on NBC, starring David Hasselhoff as police detective-turned-F.L.A.G. field agent Michael Knight. The Foundation for Law and…
Envisioning Greener Pavements: Recycled Glass and Beyond
There is a variety of sustainable options if you want to ditch traditional concrete or asphalt for your driveway Photo: Jeremy Reding via CC A shift toward sustainability in the…
10 of the World's Most Dangerous Roads
Some roads are more dangerous than others. That might seem like a given, but when all you drive are well-paved roads with multiple lanes and speed limits to allow for…
Billy Idol Stars in Anti-Idling Campaign for New York City
Billy Idol is not impressed with your idling vehicle With a rebel yell, he cried, “Shut it off!” Yep, you read that right. British rocker and all-around badass Billy Idol…
Classy Car Colors: 2021 Models Available in Green
Photo: All vehicle images above are attributed to their respective OEMs Every year, I peruse the leading automakers’ current lineup of vehicles to see which models can be ordered with…
How to Tell if You’re Too Drunk to Drive
You’ve met your friends for a drink, which has turned into a few more over the course of the night; so should you hop in your car and drive home,…
What Should I Do If My Car Gets Water Damage?
What should you do if your car was soaked in a flood? Photo: Chris Waits via CC If you’re reading this article, hopefully it’s not because your car has been…
Rebel Wilson Pilots 1978 Camaro Z28 in New Booking.com Commercial
Does riding in an old-school muscle car make people this happy in real life? In the new Booking.com commercial titled “Road Trip,” actress Rebel Wilson tries to teach comedian Keegan-Michael…
Why Do Dogs Stick Their Heads Out Car Windows & Is It Dangerous?
If you own a dog, you undoubtedly know how much canines love sticking their head out of the window of a moving car. Unlike cats who cower under the seats…
Maryland Gas Station First to Become EV Charging Station
2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Photo: Mitsubishi Motors Electric vehicles are becoming staples in the automotive industry. Following this trend, a gas station in Takoma Park, Maryland, became the first to…
3 Big Updates Coming to the 2020 Silverado HD
The High Country is one of five trims levels for the all-new 2020 Chevrolet Silverado HD Of course, we’re all looking forward to the 2020 Silverado HD’s impressive towing capabilities…
Chevrolet Bolt App Adds New EV Charging Services
Photo: Dan MacMedan for Chevrolet The myChevrolet mobile app’s Energy Assist feature provides a variety of convenient tools and services for Chevrolet Bolt EV drivers — and now it’s getting…
Universal Studios Orlando to Welcome 'Fast and Furious: Supercharged' Ride in 2017
Vin Diesel throwing a plane…Michelle Rodriguez using The Force…and Tyrese Gibson petting an invisible dog. That’s how you spell “action.” Photo: Universal Orlando via @TheNJBrandon Twitter The year 2015 has…
Three FCA Vehicles Named to US News’ List of 23 Coolest Family Cars
2020 Chrysler Pacifica Photo: FCA Traveling with your brood has its challenges. You might have to deal with antsy travelers, incessant questions, and combatant passengers. One thing you won’t have…
Which Is Better On Gas: Riding With The AC On Or Windows Down?
Some experts have said driving with the AC on during a hot day is more efficient Photo: OER Training People have often argued whether driving with the windows down or…
Automotive's Surge in SUV Sales is Destroying the Environment
While the automotive industry has a whole has seen a bit of a slump in sales over the last few months, SUV sales still seem to be on the rise.…
Aftermarket Modifications to Personalize Your Accessible Van
Photo: The News Wheel If you own an accessible van, chances are you didn’t choose that particular model because it was your favorite style. Unfortunately, the automotive options available to…
5 Easy Garage Cleaning Tips for Every Season
Garage door Photo: Steve Buissinne via Pixabay Spring cleaning season is upon us — but it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the tasks at hand. Whether you decide to tackle…
Chevy Cares Program Addresses Coronavirus Pandemic
Times might be tough, but Chevy has our backs Photo: General Motors To call COVID-19 the biggest current world event would be an understatement. It hasn’t taken long for the…
What’s the Point of Having Bigger Wheels on Your Car?
Photo: The News Wheel When it comes to your car’s wheels, is bigger always better? Many models offer larger wheels on higher trim levels, equipping the sedan or SUV with,…
Australians Put an LS V8 in a Suzuki Kei Car and It Is Both Hilarious and Cool
You know, I think we need a new word in the English language: something that means “the giddy joy that comes from doing something ridiculous just for the enjoyment of…
Women in Automotive Conference Offers Women in Industry Empowerment
The Women in Automotive Conference looks to help dealerships learn how to hire, train, and retain female employees Photo: Women in Automotive It’s no secret that the automotive industry is…
Orlando and London Are the Top Summer Vacation Destinations this Year
Walt Disney World remains a top destination for summer travelers Photo: Clément Bardot Summer vacations are something of an American rite of passage, one that doesn’t seem to be going…
New Formula E Electric Cars Look from the Future
Every year, we see sketches and renders of what the Formula One cars of the future could look like—radical concepts boasting awesome designs and ideas. Now, the closest thing to…
Pricing Begins at $48,465 for 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 4500HD Chassis Cab Truck
The Chevrolet Silverado 4500HD Pricing will start at $48,465 for Chevrolet’s highly customizable new lineup of 2019 Silverado chassis cab trucks. That MSRP includes a destination charge and will get…
Take a Mobile Hotel from Los Angeles to San Francisco
Los Angeles Photo: Pixabay Cruising down the coast in your vehicle can be a relaxing and enjoyable experience. However, making that same trip on little sleep can be challenging. That’s…
2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer Set to Arrive in Early 2020
The latest addition to Chevrolet’s growing SUV lineup Photo: Chevrolet For months, rumors of the Chevrolet Trailblazer returning to the U.S. have been spreading like wildfire. Still, it’s nice to…
Ohio ‘No K9 Left Behind’ Program Aims to Keep Police Dogs Safe from Hot Cars
The Twinsburg PD uses a “No K9 Left Behind” program to protect police K9s Near the end of last month, I sounded off against the injustice of the law when…
F1 Esports Champion to Make Single Seater Debut
Photo: Mercedes-AMG Petronas Motorsport | YouTube Brendon Leigh, the reigning back-to-back Formula 1 Esports Series champion, will make his single-seater racing debut in the Avon Tyres BRSCC National Formula Ford…
No Charges Against Alabama Police Officer After Dog Dies in Hot Car
During my final semester in college, I took a course in Animal Law. I wasn’t studying animals and I wasn’t studying law, but that’s college for you. The course, however,…
Study Finds EVs In Minnesota, Midwest Contribute Less to Emissions Than Gas Cars
Whenever electric vehicles’ viability is discussed, one argument seems to continue to pop up—that electric vehicles are somehow no cleaner than gas vehicles because they derive their energy from power…
2020 Australian GP Suspended, F1 Season in Question
Photo: LG via CC The whole world is shutting down in response to the coronavirus, and Formula One is no exception. Yesterday, mere hours before the teams were scheduled to…
Chevrolet Would Like Man U Players to Drive the Free Cars they Gave Them, Please
Manchester United player Wayne Rooney, looking positively thrilled with his new Camaro convertible When Chevrolet shelled out $600 million to sponsor the British soccer team Manchester United, the automaker also…
Autonomous Chevy Bolt Taxis to be Tested on Public Roads by GM and Lyft
Would you be willing to let a self-driving electric vehicle chauffer you around? In an effort to keep up with Tesla Motors, GM has agreed to partner with ride-sharing service…
Sixth-Gen Chevy Camaro Convertible Arrives in Middle East
If you’re going to be driving fast in the heat of Dubai, you may as well be able to let the top down. Chevrolet this week made the drop-top version…
Opel ADAM Now Offered with Wireless Smartphone Charger
Hey, you. Person who is considering buying an Opel ADAM. Yes. You. You will probably be thrilled to know that the ADAM is now being offered with wireless charging capabilities.…
Game Profile: Pizza Parking
The vessel through which you too can experience Pizza Parking Photo: Evan Amos If you’re a frequent reader of The News Wheel, then you almost certainly know that several members of…
AMG 4.0-Liter V8 Biturbo Engine Revealed, is Nuts
The long march toward the total reveal of the Mercedes-AMG GT may well have been the creative decision of someone who loves Johnny Cash’s “One Piece at a Time” just…
Dealer Document Reveals New DOHC LT5 V8 Engine for 2018 Corvette
A vehicle identification number guide posted to GM’s internal service and parts operations website has revealed one very interesting bit of information about the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette: that it will…
The Evolution of the Car Horn
Car horns looked a lot more basic in the early 20th century Photo: Jojo Hasilla via Pixabay Sometimes it’s easy to take basic vehicle parts, like the brakes, gear selector,…
Garrett Morgan: The Man Who Changed the Way We Drive
Photo: Wikimedia Commons via CC History is filled with brilliant inventors who came up with objects, systems, and technologies that make everyday life easier and safer. Some, like Thomas Edison,…
Columbus Plans Connected Vehicle Project to Improve Safety, Advance Autonomous Technology
Columbus is launching an experimental project to connect vehicles electronically and gather data to improve traffic safety Photo: Rod Berry/Ohio Stock Photography An experimental project in Columbus, Ohio, will connect…
US Road Signs Catching Star Wars Hype
Everyone knows that this weekend is a big deal for Star Wars fans around the world.* The seventh installment in the storied film franchise, The Force Awakens, will finally enter…
2016 Chevrolet Camaro Order Guide Now Online
The all-new 2016 Chevy Camaro SS The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro was revealed earlier this year, and fans can’t wait to place their orders. According to Chevrolet, pricing will be available…
