How Does a Digital Key Work?

Digital keys seem to be a trend that’s here to stay for a while You might be familiar with remote start key fob technology, but you might be less familiar with another convenient technology that some automakers offer: digital keys. Here’s a brief overview of how a digital key works. Contemporary Confidence: Discover the benefits…

2017 Acura TLX Overview

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,…

Book Spotlight: 'The Car Hacker's Handbook' by Craig Smith

As vehicles continue to become increasingly integrated with internal computers, especially with the advent of connected and autonomous tech, on-board electronics are becoming more and more influential. Because of that, they’re becoming bigger and bigger targets for hackers looking to jeopardize the safety and security of cars. Just last year, hackers were able to take control of…

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Porsche Picks a Name for Its Electric Car & Launches Mobile Service

Porsche has finally picked a name for its first and highly-anticipated all-electric car: Taycan, which had so far only been known as the Mission E concept. According to the German luxury brand, “the name can be roughly translated as ‘lively young horse,’” in reference to the company badge. Porsche said it believes an “oriental name”…

2021 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Overview

The 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Photo: Mitsubishi Motors Mitsubishi has sufficiently updated the Outlander PHEV, improving its powertrain and adding a new trim level for the 2021 model year. The crossover now offers the SEL, LE, and GT trim, each of which has the Super All-Wheel Control all-wheel-drive system. What Does It Mean to Be…

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2013 Ram 1500 Overview

The 2013 Ram 1500 sees a number of worthwhile cosmetic and performance updates, including a stronger V6, a stronger frame, an eight-speed transmission, larger grille, restyled headlights, and LED turn signals and taillights. 2013 Ram 1500 Exterior The Ram 1500 is a workhorse, rough, rugged, and ready to take on just about any job. Practical…

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2018 Subaru WRX Overview

With sporty styling, an impressive powertrain, and luxury features throughout the cabin, the 2018 Subaru WRX is built to impress on every road. Its driver-assist technology works to keep you safe behind the wheel, too. The 2018 Subaru WRX is available in five trims: WRX, Premium, Limited, STI, and STI Limited. New Vehicles: 2019 Subaru…

Chevy Focuses on Trailering and Towing for the Silverado's Latest Tech Features

Towing and trailering are at the heart of the Silverado’s latest systems During the development of the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Chevy spent a total of 18,000 hours surveying 7,000 Chevrolet customers. Of those that Chevrolet interviewed, 60 percent said that towing was a key consideration when choosing a pickup truck. As such, Chevrolet has…

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ChargePoint to Create Virtual Lines for EV Charger Time

Photo: byronv2 As more and more electric cars hit the roads, the biggest problem continues to be that there aren’t enough charging stations. In more congested areas where more people have bought EVs, for example, large numbers of electric cars might find themselves competing for time on a limited number of public chargers. Electric charger network…

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How to Use Uber

Uber is a car transportation service that gets you where you need to go with ease If you have ears, it’s likely that you’ve heard of Uber. Despite the company being in the news lately for a variety of reasons—including being the cause of riots in Paris and possibly being sued and suspended in California— it’s likely that…

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3 Hyundai Models Named “Best Cars for Teens” by U.S. News

The 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Photo: Hyundai Parents in search of safe transportation for their teenage drivers will find what they’re looking for in the Hyundai lineup, which was recently honored with three awards from U.S. News & World Report. The 2019 Santa Fe SUV and 2019 Accent sedan were named to the publication’s Best…

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2016 Ford C-Max Overview

The 2016 Ford C-Max is a hybrid hatchback vehicle that provides fuel economy of up to 90 MPGe and comes with a long list of standard features, which includes a six-speaker sound system, Bluetooth capabilities, and dual-zone climate control. While the Ford C-Max may not provide the same type of fuel economy as the new…

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2022 Buick Encore Overview

Photo: Buick Among small crossovers, the 2022 Buick Encore stands out with its premium styling, versatile interior, and helpful tech features. For this model year, the Encore is down to a single trim level: Preferred. It’s available with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. SUVs vs. Crossovers: What’s the difference between these two vehicle types?…

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Google Partners with Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance

This week, Google marked its 20th birthday, and to celebrate it announced a partnership with the largest automotive alliance in the world (with a long name to match). Of course, we’re talking about the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance that won the world vehicle sales crown in 2017 and is looking to defend its title in 2018. This…

2018 Hyundai Accent Overview

While certainly not the most popular model in Hyundai’s lineup, the sub-compact Accent has plenty to offer for its price. Bearing a classy face-lift and a wealth of new options this year, the 2018 Accent deserves a closer look. [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2018 Hyundai Accent? A lot has changed for the…

Aaron Widmar | Editor, The News Wheel

There’s much more to driving a car than what you learn in… Why spend money overpaying a mechanic to do simple service work on… Have you noticed a Jeep in traffic or in a parking lot… Countless children first became interested in automotive culture and mechanical engineering through… Buying a previously owned car is a…

2016 Toyota RAV4 Overview

The 2016 Toyota RAV4 enters the crowded small crossover segment alongside a number of all-new competitors. Despite being in its fourth generation, the RAV4 still offers plenty of standard and optional features to get drivers excited, and the 2016 model year includes some thrilling new features to ensure the crossover doesn’t fall into a design…

2021 Nautilus First Lincoln to Get SYNC 4

The 2021 Lincoln Nautilus gets SYNC 4 and an available 13.2-inch center screen Photo: Lincoln Lincoln on Friday announced updates to its 2021 Nautilus, revealing that the midsize luxury SUV is the first in the lineup to get SYNC 4 infotainment. The Latest from Lincoln: 2021 Lincoln Aviator offers three rows of luxury for growing…

[Photos] 2022 Lincoln Navigator Adds ActiveGlide, SYNC4

The tastefully updated 2022 Lincoln Navigator in action Photo: Lincoln The Lincoln Navigator is getting a modest aesthetic refresh for 2022, but it’s really stepping things up when it comes to technology. Namely, the new 2022 Lincoln Navigator will be the first vehicle in the brand’s lineup to offer Lincoln ActiveGlide hands-free driving when it…

2017 Lincoln MKZ Overview

The 2017 Lincoln MKZ is midsize luxury sedan that carries a starting MSRP of $35,010. The Lincoln MKZ comes with many changes for the new model year, such as a restyled front end and more powerful engine options. In an effort to stay competitive with other luxury brands, the new Lincoln MKZ is offered in…

2018 Volvo V90 Wagon Overview

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…

2017 Kia Optima Overview

In a world full of decent mid-size sedan options, the 2017 Kia Optima stands out thanks to its eye-catching exterior, well-designed cabin, and numerous powertrain options. With a starting MSRP of just $22,200, the new Kia Optima also offers exceptional value and even comes standard with a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. When you combine this with…

2019 Chevrolet Sonic Overview

The Chevrolet Sonic is the brand’s subcompact offering. Equipped with the latest tech features and advanced safety amenities, the 2019 Sonic makes a great choice for urban dwellers. Add on superb efficiency ratings and you get one nimble commuter car. The 2019 Chevrolet Sonic is available at three trim levels: LS, LT, and Premier. All…

2020 Lincoln Corsair Available in Canada

2020 Lincoln Corsair now available in Canada Photo: Lincoln Motor Company The latest addition to the ever-expanding and ever-improving Lincoln lineup, the all-new 2020 Lincoln Corsair, is now available to purchase in Canada. The crossover began arriving at dealerships nationwide in November in two distinct trim levels: Standard and Reserve. Though Lincoln has not confirmed…

2020 Lincoln Aviator Arrives in Canada

Photo: Lincoln Motor Company The much-anticipated 2020 Lincoln Aviator is rolling out to dealerships across Canada in July, promising to bolster the luxury brand’s Q3 sales after it saw considerable utility vehicle gains in the second quarter. Unlike its American counterpart, the Canadian Lincoln Aviator is currently only available in the Reserve trim. The Aviator Grand Touring,…

2015 Kia Sedona Overview

The 2015 Kia Sedona combines affordability with luxury, offering a variety of standard features for a lower price. With standard sliding seats and unbeatable connectivity, the 2015 Sedona makes it easy to become a soccer mom. Add the powerful 3.3-liter V6 engine and you won’t be bothered when it’s your turn to carpool. Related: The History…

How to Take a Zero-Waste Road Trip

Photo:Avinash Patel Every year, more than 8 million tons of plastic end up in our oceans. Plastic is not biodegradable, which means that it will remain — and continue to accumulate — in the oceans for hundreds or thousands of years. The plastic that doesn’t make it into the ocean ends up in landfills across…

Dodge Durango and Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Make List of 13 Most Comfortable SUVs in 2020

2020 Dodge Durango Citadel AWD Photo: FCA Since an SUV is designed for road trips and as a family-hauler, you need it to be spacious and comfortable for you and your passengers. Two FCA models — the 2020 Dodge Durango and 2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid — provide both necessities, according to the editors at U.S….

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Why spend money overpaying a mechanic to do simple service work on… You can make your recently purchased used car look nearly as fresh… Cars are lasting longer than ever before. And while a vehicle can… Whether you’re waiting in line at the drive-thru or stuck in bumper-to-bumper… From grinding brakes to clunking wheels, paying…

Next-Generation Cadillac User Experience (CUE) System to Be Included with 2017 CTS

The 2017 CTS sedan will be the first vehicle to get the next-generation Cadillac User Experience (CUE) system Photo: © General Motors While Buick continues to score well in the annual J.D. Power Dependability Study, the same cannot be said for the Cadillac brand as many customers continue to complain about luxury automaker’s CUE infotainment…

Introducing the 2020 Chrysler 300

The New 2020 Chrysler 300S Photo: FCA The Chrysler 300 is a popular choice for those wanting both luxury and power. Now, FCA has revealed that the car is receiving sleeker design options, while still retaining many of its same features for the 2020 model year. More to Discover: How the Chrysler 300 stacks up…

How to Upgrade Your Car on a Budget

Photo: The News Wheel Making your existing car feel brand new doesn’t have to break your budget. You can easily upgrade the look, feel, and even the tech of your current ride with the following tips. Learn More: Tips for maintaining your luxury SUV Nothing makes your car feel new than a thorough car wash….

Ford Adding Stingray Karaoke to Select Vehicles

Photo: Ford If you’ve ever wanted to set up your own Carpool Karaoke experience without the albatross of James Corden, you’re in luck. Ford is making Stingray Karaoke, the popular karaoke service, available on the F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E. This feature will also eventually launch on vehicles equipped with the new Ford Digital Experience…

2016 Nissan GT-R Overview

The Nissan GT-R is what you get when you look at a car and say, “I’d like that to go really fast, please.” So it seems, people have been saying that a lot, because this is the 45th anniversary of the worldwide release of the Nissan GT-R, for which Nissan has made a whole new…

Buy a Kia Sing-a-Long Soul For Your Little Brat This Christmas

The all-new Kid Trax Kia Sing-a-Long Soul Car The latest eco-friendly, zero emissions vehicle from Kia is this new electric Kid Trax Kia Soul Sing-Along DJ Ride-On Car, which can comfortably seat five…-year-old passengers. Two of them, to be exact. The new sub-sub-compact is powered by a rechargeable 12V battery, which drivers can juice up…