Ford Driver Kurt Busch Wins 2017 Daytona 500
This is Kurt Busch’s first Daytona 500 victory after finishing runner-up multiple times in the past Photo: Nigel Kinrade for Ford Performance Although Kurt Busch is a former champion of…
Saudi Groom Leaves Wedding Over Driver’s License
Saudi Arabian Flag Image: yasser zareaa We have been covering Saudi Arabia’s recent proclamation about lifting the ban on women drivers next year a lot here at The News Wheel,…
Martin Truex Jr. Wins Yet Another One for Toyota
Yes, it’s happened again: Toyota has won yet another NASCAR race, this time with Martin Truex Jr. behind the wheel of the Furniture Row Racing No. 78 Toyota Camry. That…
The Coolest Chevy Concept Models of 2021
Photo: Chevrolet Chevy has a long history of cool concept vehicles, and its 2021 SEMA offerings were no exception. Here’s a look at a few of our favorites from the…
Mary Barra Is One of the Most Influential People of 2021
Mary Barra Photo: John F. Martin for General Motors Time magazine named General Motors CEO Mary Barra to its list of The 100 Most Influential People Of 2021. This comes…
7 Gnarly Ideas for Hardcore Car-Themed Tattoos
Tattoos can come in many different shapes and sizes … and cars make great inspirations! Photo: The News Wheel Although some people love customizing their skin as much as they…
2022 Ford Maverick Under-Seat Storage_08
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2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Overview
Photo: Chevrolet The 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 takes the eighth-gen Corvette to the next level. It features tweaks to its exterior design, additional aerodynamic features, and even more powerful performance.…
Ford Scores Seven 2022 IIHS Top Safety Pick, TSP+
The Ford Bronco Sport repeats IIHS TSP+ honors in 2022 Photo: Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Last month, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety began rolling out the names of…
LEGO Racers Super Speedway Game review family car board game box buy
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History of the Chevrolet Avalanche
Photo: RL GNZLZ from Chile via CC The Chevrolet Avalanche first entered the market in 2001, offering a unique pickup option to the auto industry with its back seat area…
'NASCAR Heroes' Comic Books Review: Super Powers Meet Stock Car Racing
Growing up, I loved reading comic books. Ever since the Ultimate Spider-man series debuted in 2000, I would take home armloads of back-issues and trade paperbacks from the library. When…
Kevin Harvick Puts Team Chevy Back in Victory Lane at Kansas Speedway
Sunday’s win was Harvick’s fourth victory of the 2016 NASCAR season All of the pressure is off of Chevy driver Kevin Harvick. Thanks to his recent win at Kansas Speedway,…
Jeep Ends 2017 with an 11% Sales Decline
With the deletion of the Patriot, Jeep was guaranteed to save costs, but lose sales in the process Near the end of 2017, sales for Jeep were on the rise once again,…
Martin Truex Jr. Beats the Odds at Bojangles’ Southern 500
About a month ago, we talked about how Toyota simply seemed unable to stop dominating in NASCAR. Well, that doesn’t seem to have changed. Martin Truex Jr. beat the odds…
Watch These Grown-Ass Racecar Drivers Play Chubby Bunny
There are no words for how gross this game is In case you were not aware, it’s racing season again here in the United States. To celebrate, Team Penske has…
Ford Reveals Mustang, F-150 Raptor LEGO Sets
LEGO Speed Champions Ford Mustang Set There are only three things that are certain in life: death, taxes, and LEGO media tie-in lines. Ford is the latest to get in…
In the Rearview: Past, Present, and Future
Welcome once again to In the Rearview, where we bring you some of the top stories on The News Wheel from the past week. This time, we are taking a…
Chevy Silverado, GMC Sierra Are Being Stored at Kokomo Plant
The 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Photo: Chevrolet An ongoing microchip shortage has caused delays in the release of many vehicles. Rather than pausing production of its models completely, General Motors…
All wheel Drive Archives
Picking the drivetrain for your next vehicle can make a major difference… Many luxury brands like Porsche and Mercedes-Benz offer all-wheel drive on their… Toyota has officially launched the Camry…
Ford Airing #FinishStrong Ads During Super Bowl LV
Ford to air #FinishStrong ads regionally during Super Bowl LV Photo: Ford Ford is the latest automaker to announce that it will forego shilling cars during Sunday’s Big Game™ in…
ZR2 Bison Adds New Off-Road Option to Chevy Silverado Lineup
Photo: Chevrolet Just months after unveiling the all-new Silverado ZR2, Chevrolet is adding another off-road beast to its lineup: the 2023 Silverado ZR2 Bison. Silverado vs. the Competition: See how…
Chevy Surprises Truck Anniversary Guests With Reveal of Redesigned 2019 Chevy Silverado
The holiday season is one of great surprises, and it seems that Chevy has a surprise gift for us all: the redesigned 2019 Silverado, which the brand brought to a Chevrolet Truck…
GM Will Play a Key Role in Building Nikola Badger Electric Trucks
GM’s new partnership brings it closer to achieving its vision of an electric future Photo: GM General Motors recently announced its partnership with Nikola Corporation. In return for an 11…
Ford Britain Kicks Off 2020 with Record CV Sales
The Ford Transit Custom Plug-In Hybrid Photo: Ford Motor Company January proved to be a record-setting month for Ford Britain with 8,700 commercial vehicles sold over the first 31 days…
2015 United States Grand Prix Recap: Lewis Hamilton Crowned Champion
Nothing like champagne to mix with the sweat after a race. There will be no easy way to summarize this Grand Prix. The weekend was not punctuated but rather flooded…
This Police Parody of Matthew McConaughey's Lincoln Ads is Really Good
Just when we think we’ve achieved critical mass with parodies of Matthew McConaughey’s overly contemplative Lincoln ads, another one comes along. The latest, brought to us by the Cedar Hill…
2017 Toyota 86 Overview
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Heartbreak for Toyota at Le Mans
The leading #5 Toyota TS050 Hybrid is passed on the final, 384th lap. Photo: Toyota WEC Team/Twitter It couldn’t have happened in a crueler way. Toyota has had its sights…
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ev infrastructure Archives
Currently, GM is primarily focused not just on its all-electric lineup plan… It’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic has hit the auto industry… Meet the Bolt: Learn about the…
New Honda Sensing 360 System Features Omni-Directional Sensors
Photo: Honda Honda has announced the next generation of its safety and driver-assistive technology suite: Honda Sensing 360. It will be standard equipment on all new Honda and Acura models…
Worst 5 Breakfasts to Eat During Your Commute
Here at The News Wheel, we do not recommend eating breakfast in the car on your way to work. In fact, we highly discourage it. It’s a safety hazard, a distraction,…
Human Habits that Put Canines at Risk in the Car
Some dogs love a ride in the car; others, not so much. But, no matter if your furry family member loves or hates the four-wheel machine, keeping them safe on…
Chevy Archives
The Chevrolet Blazer EV and the Chevrolet Equinox EV are both some… We previously broke the news that the sixth-generation Camaro will be saying… The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox is known…
Traverse Z71 Archives
The three-row Traverse has been a familiar and popular presence in Chevrolet’s… With its roomy three-row layout, midsize build, and tech-packed interior, the Traverse… Chevrolet’s popular three-row Traverse SUV is…
UK Airport Tests Out Robot Valet Service
Photo: b/60 Love flying but hate the hassle of dealing with airport parking lots? You’re definitely not alone. And soon, you might get your wish of having a more streamlined parking…
4 Hyundai Vehicles Win 2021 Good Housekeeping Awards
The 2021 Hyundai Kona Photo: Hyundai There’s a heavy Hyundai presence on Good Housekeeping’s Best New Family Cars for 2021 list. Four of the automaker’s vehicles were awarded as the…
2020 Nissan Kicks Overview
The 2020 Nissan Kicks is a sporty crossover with unparalleled customization options. But the Kicks has more than style — it’s loaded with comfort, technology, and safety features. The Nissan…
The West Wing Wheels: Harry S. Truman
From Lincoln to Ford, the United States automotive industry has been greatly affected by the Presidents of the United States. Pardon the pun. However, cars have also had a profound…
Most Insurance Companies Don’t Care It’s Not Your Fault – You’ll Still Have to Pay
Enduring a car accident, no matter how small, is still nightmarish for most motorists. Even if your car and your car accident buddy’s car are unharmed, your mental, emotional, and…
8 Cool Items From the Cadillac Merchandise Store
Photo: Cadillac If you drive a Cadillac, odds are, you’d like to show it off. But you can’t always take your Caddy to the gym or boardroom. That’s why GM…
Are the Hyundai Accent and Xcent the Same Thing?
Just by looking, one can see the Hyundai Accent (left) and Xcent (right) are similar, but not identical With news the Indian-built Hyundai Xcent will begin shipping to Mexico in…
It's Raining Money On an Illinois Highway
If you’ve ever found a five dollar bill on the street, it probably made your day. I mean, we see pennies and dimes on parking lot pavement all the time,…
Recent Hyundai Awards Include J.D. Power Quality, Appealing Website Honors
From left to right: Frank Ferrara executive vice president, customer satisfaction, Hyundai; Deirdre Borrego, vice president, general manager, U.S. Automotive division, J.D. Power; Mircea Gradu, executive director, engineering and quality,…
Hyundai Takes Quartet of Top Spots in AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Awards
Hyundai really swept up the awards at this year’s AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Awards (VSAs), taking home four new titles for its trophy cabinet. Nicely Done: Here’s how to keep your…
Couple Hits the Snooze Button When a Car Crashes Into Their Living Room
A couple in Hayward, California missed one strange wake up call on Tuesday morning. Around 2 a.m., a driver on Fairview Avenue had a bit of trouble maintaining control of their vehicle. According to investigators,…
Chrysler 300 Super S Concept Badging
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Nissan and Team Wild Grace Return for the 2020 Rebelle Rally
Photo: Nissan 2020 isn’t strong enough to keep Nissan from the annual Rebelle Rally off-road racing competition, and the automaker is once again sponsoring Team Wild Grace. Members ( and…
Chrysler to Deliver an Additional 500 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrids to Waymo
Waymo just got way more Pacificas Late last year, Chrysler donated 100 custom Pacifica vehicles to Waymo, the self-driving car offshoot of Google. These Chrysler Pacifica models were specially constructed and…
