Stunt Driver Ken Block Takes a Snowy Joy Ride in an F-150 Raptor
When it comes to driving in snow, most of us grip the wheel in fear, hoping for the best. Stunt driver Ken Block grips the wheel too, but mostly in excitement. The California-born 49-year-old is a professional rally driver who started out with the Vermont SportsCar team in 2005. He’s also one of the co-founders […]
An Open Letter to the Drunk/High Woman Who Blocked Me In
Before I begin this open letter, I would like to provide some context—when I am not delivering you the latest in automotive news here on The News Wheel, I deliver pizzas for a very well-known international chain. As such, while I am working (as I did today), I wear a polo (logo embroidered on the […]
Hyundai Developing Futuristic Exoskeleton, Brings World Closer to Becoming Sci-Fi Blockbuster
If you’re as geeky as I am, you probably watched Iron Man in 2008 and thought, “Man, would that suit be cool to have!” Or you saw Aliens as a kid and wondered, “I wonder if it’s possible to build a real mechanical exoskeleton?” Or you saw Elysium a couple years ago and thought, “Eh, […]
The Reasonably Priced Vauxhall Astra May Go Back Up on the Auction Block for a Third Time
Back in December, fans of Top Gear had the chance to bid on a five-door Power Red 1.6-liter Vauxhall Astra Tech Line that appeared on the show for its “Reasonably Priced Car” segment. If you missed out on the opportunity to scoop it up, then there’s good news, bad news, and good news. The original […]
[VIDEO/PHOTOS] Ken Block Introduces the Gymkhana Escort
![[VIDEO/PHOTOS] Ken Block Introduces the Gymkhana Escort](https://thenewswheel.com/wp-content/themes/patterns/timthumb.php?src=https%3A%2F%2Fthenewswheel.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2015%2F10%2FGymkhana-Escort-3.jpg&q=90&w=760&h=400&zc=1 "[VIDEO/PHOTOS] Ken Block Introduces the Gymkhana Escort")
Ken Block is a brilliant, beautiful madman when it comes to modifying something old and turning into something insane. This, and his appreciation for the history of Ford’s RS program, likely played a significant factor in Ford Performance tapping Block’s expertise for the also-insane-in-a-good-way 2016 Ford Focus RS. This kind of brilliant insanity shone through […]
Book Review: Incredible ‘The Art of LEGO Scale Modeling’ Takes Building Blocks to New Heights
The worldwide phenomenon of LEGO building is captured in this compendium of detailed scale models
One of the most popular and lucrative toys on the market today appeals to both kids and adults: LEGOs®. These plastic building blocks have helped people across the globe unlock their inner builder. While sticking to a boxed set with designated instructions is good for beginners, the real accomplishment comes from straying from the […]
[Watch] Ken Block and Raj Nair Steal the Show in Episode 1 of Rebirth of an Icon
![[Watch] Ken Block and Raj Nair Steal the Show in Episode 1 of <em>Rebirth of an Icon</em>](https://thenewswheel.com/wp-content/themes/patterns/timthumb.php?src=https%3A%2F%2Fthenewswheel.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2015%2F09%2FRaj-and-Ken.jpg&q=90&w=760&h=400&zc=1 "[Watch] Ken Block and Raj Nair Steal the Show in Episode 1 of <em>Rebirth of an Icon</em>")
If the decision were ever made to reboot The Odd Couple and give higher-ups at Ford the ability to decide who plays the parts of Felix and Oscar, then we would nominate Ford Product Development Chief Raj Nair and Gymkhana star Ken Block for the roles. They’ve got a pretty natural, easy, and surprising chemistry, […]
Colorado Police Question Juvenile Owl Blocking Road
Deputies in Boulder County, Colorado, ran across possibly the most adorable hardened criminal ever while patrolling the dirt roads near the Rainbow Lakes Campground. It was a young Northern Saw-whet owl standing in the middle of the road. Deputies came across this baby. After curious head twisting on both sides, it flew safely away. #DeputiesLoveBabyOwls […]
Ohio State Coach Urban Meyer Blocks Jeep That Stole His Parking Spot
Ohio State coach Urban Meyer is all about discipline and decided to teach some unlucky person a lesson for stealing his parking spot at Ohio State’s Woody Hayes Athletic Center. Running back Warren Ball Jr. tweeted a picture on June 15th of Coach Meyer’s Mercedes blocking in a Jeep Cherokee. “(This is) what happens when you […]
Somebody Put a Chevy Big Block Engine in a Kia Sorento
The 454 Chevrolet Big Block is a legendary engine that was used in classic muscle cars like the 1970 Chevelle and Corvette. Some gearheads modify their 454 motor with larger pistons, upgrading it to a 468, providing some extra power for the race track. Or, perhaps, some extra power for the middle school parking lot […]
[VIDEO] Beachkhana 1.0 Introduces Sun_Block
![[VIDEO] Beachkhana 1.0 Introduces Sun_Block](https://thenewswheel.com/wp-content/themes/patterns/timthumb.php?src=https%3A%2F%2Fthenewswheel.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2015%2F03%2FDrifting-Around-Sand-Castle.jpg&q=90&w=760&h=400&zc=1 "[VIDEO] Beachkhana 1.0 Introduces Sun_Block")
Snowkhana has fast become one of the best parts about the winter, and now Ford Australia has conspired its own sunnier alternative to the miniature antics of Mental Block. Meet Sun_Block, the 1:43 scale Fiesta tearing around the beaches of Australia in Beachkhana 1.0. More from Ford: The Liquid Silver 2017 Ford GT is a […]
[VIDEO] Mom in Toyota Minivan Spoofs Ken Block’s Gymkhana Series
![[VIDEO] Mom in Toyota Minivan Spoofs Ken Block’s Gymkhana Series](https://thenewswheel.com/wp-content/themes/patterns/timthumb.php?src=https%3A%2F%2Fthenewswheel.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2015%2F02%2FMomhkana.png&q=90&w=760&h=400&zc=1 "[VIDEO] Mom in Toyota Minivan Spoofs Ken Block’s Gymkhana Series")
Ken Block is one badass dude, so it only makes sense that his Gymkhana video series would be spoofed by one badass mom. Yep, shoe retailer Famous Footwear decided to make a video of its own, called Momhkana, starring a mom and her kids racing around the suburbs, drifting and performing donuts, all in a […]
[VIDEO] Does This Building Blocks Family Fall Apart over the 2015 Mazda CX-5?
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New commercial for the CX-5 involves people made of Mega Bloks enduring a twisted test drive
Automobiles endure incredibly stringent tests before they’re released onto the market–especially those intense, high-speed courses which evaluate performance. While most of these tests are performed by human drivers monitored by computers, Mazda came up with a new way to check the 2015 CX-5’s stability: staging a high-intensity obstacle course on an airport field. Doesn’t sound unique? What made this road […]
[WATCH] Ken Block Hoons the Focus RS Prototype through Ford’s Cologne Plant
![[WATCH] Ken Block Hoons the Focus RS Prototype through Ford’s Cologne Plant](https://thenewswheel.com/wp-content/themes/patterns/timthumb.php?src=https%3A%2F%2Fthenewswheel.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2015%2F02%2FFocus-RS-Not-Hooning.png&q=90&w=760&h=400&zc=1 "[WATCH] Ken Block Hoons the Focus RS Prototype through Ford’s Cologne Plant")
This morning, Ford pulled the covers off of the 2016 Ford Focus RS, hopefully in effect putting an end to the seemingly endless rash of spam-blogs from MotoringCrunch wondering uselessly whether Ford would be putting this particular model “in the bin.” (Just kidding! They’ll probably post the same blog filled with nonsense words another six or […]
Buick Blackhawk Concept Returns to Auction Block in May
The auto world is still abuzz on the heels of the Avenir Concept signaling a new direction for the Buick brand, but it’s another older concept that is garnering a lot of talk as it prepares to hit the auction block once again. The 1996 Buick Blackhawk Factory Custom returns to the market once again […]
Rare 1937 Buick Century Convertible Hits Auction Block Next Month
Those attending the February 27-28 Rogers’ Classic Car Museum Auction, being put on by Mecum Auctions, will behold a cherry example of one of the most beautiful pre-war cars ever built: the 1937 Buick Century Convertible. Related: How the 1951 LeSabre Concept Car Shaped an Era for Buick The model going on the block at […]
Last Surviving Eleanor Mustang Replica Hits Auction Block in Austin
If there’s anything at all that’s memorable about the 2000 remake of Gone in 60 Seconds, it’s the cars. Of the 50 featured cars that “Memphis” Raines is forced to steal, the 1967 Mustang Shelby GT500 affectionately known as Eleanor is arguably the best remembered. Cinema Vehicle Services made 11 copies of Eleanor for the […]
Stingray’s LT1 Small Block 6.2-Liter V8 Is a Ward’s 10 Best Engine Winner
For the second year in a row, the Corvette Stingray’s LT1 Small Block 6.2-liter V8 has been named to WardsAuto’s 10 Best Engines list. The engine debuted last year in the 2014 Corvette Stingray but has continued to garner attention in the 2015 model. “This recognition is another step in earning customers for life,” remarked […]