Ford Gives Us the Manual Bronco Sasquatch We Deserve
One of the questions folks have asked most about the 2021 Ford Bronco since its reveal is whether they can pair the Sasquatch package with the standard seven-speed manual. Up until Monday, the answer to that question was no. And now, with its thumb firmly on the pulse of what the people demand, Ford is […]
2020 Chevy Impala Named Best Large Car For The Money By US News
The Impala is a long-standing nameplate in Chevy’s lineup. It’s been featured in countless movies and TV shows, including in cult-favorite Supernatural. Now, the editors at U.S. News & World Report have named the 2020 Chevrolet Impala as the Best Large Car for the Money. Available Now: 2020 Chevrolet Impala “A big, comfortable car does […]
Vehicular Viewing: New on Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu for November 2019
November ushers in a diverse lineup of new releases on the three major streaming sites. If you’re into cars, here are the movies and TV shows you’ll want to catch next month on Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Hulu. Seasonal Maintenance Tips: Car service advice for every time of the year Netflix Drive (11/1) As you […]
Chevrolet Corvette C8 to Debut in Anaheim, California
We knew when the Corvette C8 would be revealed. Now we know where it will make its debut.
We’ve known when the next-generation Chevrolet Corvette C8 will make its debut for some time now, as Chevrolet officials have officially stated that the new Corvette will be unveiled on July 18. However, where the Corvette C8 will makes its big debut remained a mystery until very recently. All evidence suggests that the Chevrolet Corvette […]
Vehicular Viewing: New on Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu for May 2019
Welcome to the May edition of Vehicular Viewing. Among the upcoming month’s newly streaming movies and television shows for car lovers, you’ll find an Oscar winner, some classic comedies, and a handful of long-running series for your next binge session. Did I miss one of your favorites? Let me know in the comments. Shop Click […]
What Famous Cars Are in That Walmart Commercial?
How many of the movie and TV cars did you recognize?
It’s the most wonderful time of the year … film awards season! The Golden Globe awards kicked it off last weekend and, in a couple of months, the road will have led us to the prestigious Academy Awards. In the meantime, film nerds everywhere are indulging in their love of cinema by reflecting on their […]
Dom Toretto’s 1970 Dodge Charger Is Up for Auction
The customized Charger is just one of many pieces of automotive movie memorabilia up for sale at a Hollywood auction this weekend
The Fast & Furious film franchise is filled with iconic automobiles. Still, none are quite as recognizable as Dominic Toretto’s 1970 Dodge Charger. This weekend, Fast & Furious fanatics will finally have a chance to own Dom’s Charger, as one of the Chargers used for the films is set to be auctioned off by GWS Auctions in […]
Twisted Timbers Draws Inspiration from Classic Pickup Trucks for Its Ride Vehicles
The latest roller coaster from Kings Dominion has ride trains that resemble a 1938 Ford pickup truck model
During the 2017 spring season, Kings Island, an amusement park located just outside Cincinnati, Ohio, opened its newest roller coaster: Mystic Timbers. As the park’s fourth wooden roller coaster, Mystic Timbers helped make Kings Island the amusement park with the most wooden roller coasters in the world. The backstory of the coaster involves mysterious occurrences […]
Film Adaptation of Stephen King’s “From a Buick 8” Is Reportedly in the Works
"From a Buick 8" will be the second Stephen King novel about a haunted car to receive the silver screen treatment
One of Stephen King’s most famous, yet bizarre, novels is Christine. This 1983 King classic features a vintage Plymouth Fury that comes alive and terrorizes a town full of teenagers. However, Christine isn’t King’s only story about a supernatural automobile. In 2002, the author published From a Buick 8, which featured a malevolent 1954 Buick Roadmaster rather […]
8 Vehicles Named After Mythical Creatures
Discover the mythical inspirations behind some of the world's most iconic vehicles, from the Pontiac Firebird to the Ford Thunderbird
Here at The News Wheel, we have previously discussed how automakers look to the animal kingdom in search of names to use for their vehicles. Models like the Ford Mustang and Dodge Viper were inspired by creatures that can be found throughout the natural world. Still, some vehicles don’t draw their names from creatures that […]
Wynonna Earp: The Characters and Their Cars
With its supernatural-Western atmosphere, hilarious quips, and remarkable cast, Wynonna Earp was praised as one of the best television shows of 2017 by Variety. After a week-long binge of the first two seasons, I found myself eager for the next season of demon-hunting antics. What struck me as intriguing was the collection of utterly cool […]
Car Boat Made from Chevy Pickup Chassis Cruises Around New Orleans
Warmer spring weather is the perfect time to take a joy ride. Now, you don’t have to choose between cruising the water and floating the river. This car boat, owned by Brian and Michelle Falgout from New Orleans, incarnates the best of both worlds. When Brian was growing up, he remembers how his dad built […]
Milo Ventimiglia Repaired His Own 1967 Chevelle as Jack Pearson On ‘This Is Us’
Jack Pearson, played by Milo Ventimiglia, is the ultimate American dad in today’s hit TV series This Is Us. The Pearson family’s Jeep Grand Wagoneer is a staple on the show, but long before they walked into that dealership, Jack had a love for another car: a Chevelle. Early episodes of the series show a young Jack Pearson […]
2018 Chevy Impala Wins “Best Car of the Year” for the Large Car Category
Consumer Reports has just announced its 2018 “Best Car of the Year” list; once again, the Chevy Impala garners the award for the large car category. Vehicles in the competition are judged based on four key features, including safety, reliability, owner satisfaction, and road test performance. It boasts a 3.6-liter V6 engine under the hood, […]
Grandpa Can Drive: an Underrated Commercial from the 2018 Super Bowl
Some people are raving about commercials from the Super Bowl last night, including Ram’s “We Will Rock You” as well as a trailer for the upcoming movie Solo: A Star Wars Story. Other more understated commercials deserve more notice than they’ve received. One of them was the “Grandpa Can Drive” advertisement featuring the new Chevy Silverado 2500HD equipped […]
Are You Saving Your Classic Car for Your Child? Studies Show They May Not Want It
Classic cars have been sought-after for decades, with Baby Boomers working to keep cars from the ’50s and ’60s in pristine condition. Many plan to keep these cars for life, collecting as many as possible in hopes of passing them down to future generations. Well, as it turns out, those future generations are millennials. And millennials […]
5 Things You Might Not Know About Dean Winchester’s 1967 Chevrolet Impala
Fascinating trivia on the automotive star of 'Supernatural'
Any Supernatural fan out there knows that Dean Winchester’s 1967 Chevrolet Impala is more of a character than a car. “Metallicar,” as fans have nicknamed the Impala, has been in the Winchester family for decades. While the show has given an in-depth history about the Impala, where it came from, and its significance, there are a few […]