Photo: Eviatar Bach via CC If you recently embarked on the gauntlet that is shopping for a new vehicle, you’ve probably experienced the massive variety of names out there. What’s interesting is that different automakers seem to take drastically different approaches to what monikers they assign to their vehicles. Some are fairly literal, while others…
The Takata airbag scandal has affected millions, linking defective airbags to injuries and fatalities.
The BMW X5 was the vehicle that British car thieves wanted above all others Tracker, a United Kingdom-based vehicle tracking and recovery organization, recovered more than £11.5 million worth of vehicles last year. Therefore, the team at tracker obviously has some insight into which cars are stolen the most in the UK. According to Tracker’s findings,…
The next Cadillac compact car will slot beneath the Cadillac ATS ( pictured) Cadillac is looking to take advantage of the current demand for compact luxury cars. Right now, instead of spending $33,990 on a Cadillac ATS sedan, shoppers in the market for a small car with a big name are opting for the Mercedes-Benz…
Even though the current Volvo S60 sedan made its debut for the 2010 model year, this car has aged well, which has been proven by its recent Top Safety Pick+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). On top on its safe and stylish design, the 2017 Volvo S60 also comes with a…
While most of the auto industry is busy designing crossovers of every imaginable size, Volvo is taking a different route, as the company recently announced the availability of its all-new V90 Wagon. Not to be confused with the Cross Country model–which features a lifted ride height–the normal V90 wagon will not be displayed at Volvo…
A couple months ago, I encountered a cross-country caravan of smart cars parked outside an automobile museum. After marveling at the various decorative styles adorning each different car, I also began noticing the same design element proudly adorning each grille: the circular arrow badge. It reminded me of the power button on an electronic device; but did the smart…
The 2014 Chevy Silverado The winners of the 2014 IHS Automotive Loyalty Awards were announced last night, with Chevrolet taking home three of the segment model loyalty awards. The American automaker’s Chevy Silverado had the most loyal customers in the Non-Luxury Full-Size Half-Ton Pickup segment, the Chevy Suburban had the most loyal customers in the…
Offred (R) Photo: Hulu Hulu’s latest original hit series The Handmaid’s Tale takes a terrifying look into a version of the future that seems just a bit too close to home to some viewers. Based off of Margaret Atwood’s bestselling book of the same name, the show takes place in the totalitarian theocracy of Gilead…
Photo: BMW It’s almost Pride Month in the U.S.! To celebrate here on The News Wheel, I’ve compiled some of the coolest LGBTQ-themed vehicles from automakers across the globe. Some of the brands even went beyond rainbow capitalism to help the community. Photo: Stellantis Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), now known as Stellantis, was ahead of…
Ah yes, the theatrical/educational short. Briefly, most films released to theaters before… In a recent press release, Subaru announced the Subaru University Scholarship for Automotive Excellence in partnership with Rainbow PUSH.… Even though indie musician Sufjan Stevens has yet to reveal his preferred automaker, I have reason to believe that it’s Subaru.… New Jersey is…
Photo: 2023 Toyota Crown Branding, especially in the United States, is everything. Most people aren’t familiar with the specs, features, and price of any given car by simply looking at it on the street. Often, the top marker of a vehicle’s value is its badge. Consequently, when customers buy an expensive luxury ride and wish…
Photo: Honda Seven global automakers have teamed up to take on Tesla’s Supercharger network of electric vehicle chargers: Honda, Hyundai, Kia, General Motors, Stellantis, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz. They’ve created a new joint venture centered on the development of more than 30,000 high-powered chargers across North America. Not Sold On EVs? Consider a hybrid instead The…
For almost two decades, Japanese automakers were engaged in a state of… Engineers at Ford, using Hewlett-Packard’s Big Data Discover Experience Services and HP… Mercedes-Benz did some nifty stuff in Detroit this morning during their display…
When the Lincoln Navigator was introduced back in 1998, it marked the first time that the luxury automaker had ever offered a vehicle in either the SUV or truck segment. In the years since, the Navigator SUV has maintained its basic design, but has added a number of convenience features like heated and cooled seats,…
Director Tommy Wiseau addresses fans during a screening of his film, The Room Update 10/12: April Fool’s Day has come and gone. Tommy Wiseau and Greg Sestero are not making The Car, but it has been announced that they are teaming up once again for Best F(r)iends, which may feature a flying Mustang. Rejoice! Few things bring people together…
After being discontinued in 2002, the Lincoln Continental has returned to the luxury sedan segment for the first time in 15 years. Based on the CD4 platform that’s also used with the Lincoln MKZ and Ford Fusion sedans, the 2017 Lincoln Continental comes standard as a front-wheel drive vehicle, but all-wheel drive is available at…
The 2015 Volkswagen Golf family, left to right: the Golf TSI, GTI, and TDI Awards-season has been kind to the Golf. First, Yahoo Autos gave their Car of the Year Award to the GTI. Then, a week later, Green Car Reports bestowed their Best Car to Buy title upon the rest of the Golf family….
Remember the Chrysler Crossfire? Photo: Wikimedia Commons Chrysler’s lineup is pretty small now, focusing on just the family-friendly Pacifica and the posh 300, but over the years, the luxury brand has released a number of memorable models. For a couple years, the Crossfire was the automaker’s flagship model, but its presence in the Chrysler lineup…
Update 2/28: As of today, the Geneva Motor Show is officially canceled. We… About a year and a half ago, Honda unveiled a delightfully futuristic… This year, the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport celebrates its 10th anniversary. Heading into… Lexus has revealed an entirely new vehicle for the luxury crossover market at… So you already knew that Ford would…
Photo: IONNA Last year, seven global automakers — BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, and Stellantis — announced the formation of a new joint venture that would add 30,000 new electric vehicle charging stations across North America. This month, they finally announced the name of this venture — IONNA — as well as additional…
Photo: All vehicle images above are attributed to their respective OEMs Are you looking for a new car, truck, or SUV in a unique color? Green exterior paint is a great way to stand apart from the abundance of vehicles on the road in gray, silver, black, or white. A few years ago, I predicted…
If you plan on venturing to a Target store sometime over the… The title of “World’s Greatest Dad” is a hotly contested honor. There… Mario Kart has been an enormously successful video game franchise for Nintendo… Back in May, Mercedes-Benz announced that it would be teaming up with Nintendo… Want to know a really great way…
Mario is no hero, he’s a menace… Over the years, the Mario Kart series of racing games have appeared… The Mario Kart series of racing games is considered to be one… Mario Kart is one of the world’s most popular video games, while… Nintendo icon Mario is a man of many talents. Not only is he……
The New York International Auto Show is massive on its own, thanks to multiple vehicle reveals and surprises that have occurred in the past. Throw in a few big name celebs and you’ve got quite the occasion! Many famous actors, musicians, and athletes have made appearances at previous shows, both as spokespeople and just for…
Hyundai had a strong presence at the Chicago Auto Show, with two… These days, you’d be hard-pressed to find something not geared toward appealing… One of the reasons we at The News Wheel love going to… The Chicago Auto Show is a well-known event in the automotive world,… With one of the largest lineups on…
FCA obviously believes that if it isn’t broke, don’t fix it During Fiat Chrysler’s Capital Markets presentation, current FCA CEO Sergio Marchionne not only shared an outline for the automaker’s goals moving forward; he also dismissed a number of popular rumors. First, Marchionne stated that FCA had no plans to bring back the Dodge Viper…
Honda has finally released the details for the new e electric city… Affordable, efficient, and fun to drive, the 2020 Chevrolet Spark is an… Toyota recently launched a new hatchback variant of the Corolla, and while… Both practical and fun to drive, the 2019 Hyundai Elantra GT stands… Toyota has entered the hatchback game with…
2017 INFINITI Q-50 Signature Edition Nissan Motor Corporation has appointed two new designers to move the company’s look into the future. According to Automotive News, April 1st will be Alfonso Albaisa’s first day on the job as head of global styling; Albaisa brings a lot to the table, namely his previous title, success, and experience…
Although we were most excited to get to see the Car and Truck of the Year (Corvette Stingray and Silverado, respectively) at the Chevy NAIAS display, we first made our way through Buick’s and GMC’s offerings. Buick’s five models stood on display at the Buick booth, but the one I found the most entertaining was…
Car windows are designed to do many things. By government standards, they must let in as much light as possible to help the driver see, shatter in tiny pieces rather than shards to avoid hurting occupants, and absorb impacts. But do your car’s windows protect you from UV rays? They’re certainly not designed with it…
Protestors have been making their voices heard worldwide Photo: Taymaz Valley via CC Over the last two weeks, many in the nation have come together in protest of reported police brutality against black individuals following the death of George Floyd. While some automakers are adamantly speaking up in support of the Black Lives Matter movement,…
If you’ve ever wondered what the differences are between leather and leatherette… In a pair of recent personnel moves, Genesis Motors welcomed a new… Thanks to a pair of recently arrived crossover models, Cadillac was able… When considering leather seat trim, you might have encountered the terms “aniline”… Let’s be honest: Most of us didn’t…
You bought your current car because it’s what you could afford. But… While many auto owners customize their vehicle by selecting packages and accessories… When you want a new car but don’t want to fork over… Chevy has been very aggressive with getting its (and the industry’s) first… Mercedes-Benz Van enthusiasts will be happy to…
The 2015 Audi A3, winner of the 2014 World Car of the Year Award Today marks the second press day of the New York International Auto Show in New York City, and we kicked it off right with the 2014 World Car of the Year Awards. The all-new 2015 Audi A3 took top honors this year,…
The 2017 Audi A4 is a European luxury sedan that carries a starting MSRP of $37,300. While the A4’s main competitors may be the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and BMW 3 Series, the new Audi A4 is in a league of its own when it comes to technology. The A4 offers 21 different driver-assistance technologies and it’s…
This article is sponsored by Davis Law Group, P.S. Safety is one of the top priorities, not only for car buyers but also for manufacturers. After all, no one wants to buy a car that will put them at risk of accidents or death. If you’re thinking of buying a new car in 2020, here…
The 2020 Escalade has enjoyed success in Russia, as well as in the U.S. Photo: General Motors A selection of Russian automotive blog judges recently dubbed the Escalade 2020 Off-Road Vehicle of the Year for the full-size SUV segment. Owner Perks: More reasons to go with a Cadillac The award was bestowed upon the Cadillac…
The 2022 Hyundai Elantra pushes the envelope with its styling, caters to… A mainstay in the Hyundai lineup for 30 years, the Elantra is… The all-new Elantra captured the 2021 North American Car of the Year… Drivers looking for a little extra fun behind the wheel will soon… Chevrolet recently added to its Chinese compact…
Electric vehicle sales are slowing down, and companies are taking a big step back… When it comes to the popular pickup truck segment, General Motors is… Buick is definitely on a roll in China. The luxury brand is… A new analysis by Zion Market Research has revealed that the recreational… You may not know it…
Porsche has teamed up with Lucasfilm, the production company behind Star Wars,… Every automaker follows common patterns and attributes when designing its vehicles so… As many automakers do, Lexus puts a lot of thought into its vehicles’… If you were asked to describe what a Mitsubishi vehicle looked like or… Earlier this year, Subaru unveiled the redesigned…
♫I can see clearly now the large roof pillars are gone♫ In driving school, students are taught to take a look over their shoulder in order to check for any blind spots before changing lanes or backing up. In modern vehicles, this is a task that is not so easily done. Over the course of…
The 2017 Acura TLX is a mid-size luxury sedan that carries a starting MSRP of $31,900. With that affordable price tag, a quiet interior, and excellent handling capabilities, the new Acura TLX offers consumers the chance to own a luxury model, but at a significantly lower price than many of its European rivals. In addition,…
The 2017 Cadillac XT5 is a crossover SUV with a starting MSRP of $38,995. The new XT5 comes with a spacious interior, sleek exterior design, and it also comes standard with Cadillac’s award winning rear camera mirror. The 2017 XT5 will compete in the same segment as the Lincoln MKX, Lexus RX, and Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class….
In addition to its performance, it was praised for its array of safety features… The Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road was named the Compact SUV of Texas by the Texas Auto Writers Association at the annual Texas Truck Rodeo.… The Chrysler Pacifica is no stranger to awards, and its latest accolades… The 2019 Dodge Challenger has…
Can you tell this is a computer-generated image? Photo: Porsche What do Fortnite and the all-new 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 have in common? Both were built using the Unreal game engine. But while Porsche engineers might build staircases to heaven to get a better vantage point to shoot their enemies while relaxing after work, they…
For as much time and effort you put into creating a soothing,… Toyota is investing $9.3 million in new solar arrays across its plants… If there’s one thing Trump is likely to take seriously during his… Thirteen global industry leaders have joined together to form a new “Hydrogen… One month ago, General Motors set an…
What do you buy your celebrity girlfriend for her 19th birthday when… For years, Kylie Jenner was considered the shy younger sister of reality… A photo posted by King Kylie (@kyliejenner) on May 27, 2016 at… Introduced to the United States in 2002, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV has… It seemed like there may have been…
Turn signals can be a source of both comfort and frustration on… This article contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, The News Wheel… When buying a used car, it’s crucial that you check its vehicle history… Believe it or not, the very first cars that were made weren’t… Saying that the road to developing an…
Hyundai will be releasing two all-new ads for the 2015 Sonata as the world gears up for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™. Both 30-second spots will air on ESPN and Univision with the hashtag #BecauseFutbol as part of the brand’s exclusive automotive advertising sponsorship with the networks for the World Cup series. This is…
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