Mercedes’ Ecoluxe Could Pump Out Four Tesla Fighters by 2021
Earlier in 2014, Mercedes-Benz sold off its stake in Tesla, leaving many to wonder if the move signaled plans to compete against the Model S or Model X. According to Automobile, Mercedes may actually have an answer for both the Model S and the Model X, which would be brought about by a program being […]
Introducing the 2016 Cadillac CTS-V
The luxurious and high-performance 2016 Cadillac CTS-V will be taking its bow at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit next month, but Caddy has given us all the dirty details in advance, so we’ll have time to digest before seeing it in the flesh. Powered by a 6.2-liter V8 that beats out the […]
The Driving Dead PSA: Better Than The Walking Dead?
The Walking Dead isn’t a Good Show: A Primer In spite of itself, The Walking Dead remains one of the most popular shows on television, with the most recent mid-season finale pulling in an insane 14.8 million viewers even after AMC ruined the whole episode for its entire West Coast viewership because it doesn’t quite understand the complexities of […]
DoT, NHTSA: 2013 Traffic Fatalities Declined 3.1 Percent
The US Department of Transportation and National Highway Traffic Safety Association have released their annual overview of motor vehicle crashes and found that the number of traffic fatalities dropped 3.1 percent in 2013. While the number of lives lost on the road in 2013 (32,719) is significant, it reflects a return to relative normalcy after […]
Cadillac’s Streaming Video Rearview Mirror Coming to CT6
We’ve officially uncovered the coolest car technology to watch out for in 2015: Cadillac’s streaming video rearview mirror, which will be featured in the upcoming Cadillac CT6. This is a long overdue technology to optimize the industry’s current rearview mirror situation. The traditional mirror will be replaced with a 1280 x 240 pixel TFT-LCD display […]
2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Overview
What’s New for the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat? The Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat is an all-new model for the 2015 model year, based upon the popular Challenger muscle car. Since the Challenger SRT Hellcat produces an outstanding 707 horsepower, it’s officially the most powerful muscle car available on today’s market. 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT […]
2015 Chevy Sonic Overview
What’s New for the 2015 Chevy Sonic? Not a whole bunch, but definitely a few things worth noting! First of all, the 2015 Sonic loses three color options—Deep Magenta Metallic, Cool Blue, and Blue Topaz Metallic—and gains one—Blue Velvet Metallic. Speaking of color, the 2015 Sonic is available with the Dragon Green Promotional Package, which […]
2015 Chevy Cruze Overview
What’s New for the 2015 Chevy Cruze? Quite a lot, actually! For 2015, the Cruze received a design tweak on its front end to bring it more in-line with other Chevy models. Additionally, Chevy is adding 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot connectivity via OnStar, which will allow passengers to stay connected while on-the-go. Additionally, the 2015 […]
Toyota is Ready to Roll. Foam Roll, That Is.
Are you ever innocently scrolling though your Facebook news feed when you suddenly happen upon something that just seems… out of place? That’s exactly what happened to us at The News Wheel this morning when we discovered that apparently Toyota is now giving foam rolling advice to athletes via Runner’s World magazine. Check it out: […]
Tequila Patrón ESM Honda Coupe Runs Its First Laps
The Florida-based Tequila Patrón ESM team ran its first laps today in the all-new HPD (Honda Performance Development) ARX-04b Honda prototype coupe. Behind the wheel of the Tequila Patrón ESM Honda coupe was Scott Sharp. “This HPD coupe is very exciting for us, there has been so much anticipation building up to our first laps,” […]
Days of Hunger: Burgers, Beer, and Bats in Alamo Springs
Ryan Zwerneman brings us the latest in road trip dining with his series, ‘Days of Hunger’. In his first installment, he takes the road less traveled to battle bats, burgers, and a bit of beer. Recently, I had a hankering for a burger that could snuff out all other burgers, the kind of burger that […]
2015 Chevy Camaro Overview
What’s New for the 2015 Chevy Camaro? The Chevy Camaro is currently in its fifth generation, which debuted as a 2010 model. After receiving a number of mid-cycle refreshes last year, the 2015 Camaro remains essentially unchanged from its predecessor. More Chevy Models: 100 Million Chevrolet Spark Units Have Sold Worldwide 2015 Chevy Camaro Exterior […]
2016 Chevy Equinox Updates Announced
Since its debut during the 2005 model year, the Chevy Equinox has become a popular model in the bowtie brand’s lineup. Now in its second generation, the next Equinox is expected to get a mid-gen refresh to help boost sales in an ever-growing segment. We just learned about the 2016 Chevy Equinox updates, and we’re […]
Toyota Donates 10 Corollas to Myanmar Driving Schools
Safe driving is a worldwide concern, not just here in the US. In Asia particularly, seat-belt wearing is not always a habit—a fact that Toyota has long been trying to change. Now, as part of a campaign to make Asian drivers safer than ever before, the Japanese automaker is donating 10 Corolla sedans to four […]
That Video of a Magician Getting Out of a Speeding Ticket is Probably Fake
You’ve probably been in a situation before where there are red and blue lights whipping around in your rear-view mirror and you’re sitting in the driver’s seat biting your nails and thinking “okay, I’m pretty sure I can talk my way out of a speeding ticket if I’m smooth enough.” Apparently, if you’re Steven Brundage and you’re […]
2015 Ford Mustang Convertible Shipping To ’80s Moms Everywhere
Attention, moms of the world! The 2015 Ford Mustang convertible is shipping now, which means that you will soon be able to live out your dream of cruising up a winding mountain pass with the top down on a warm summer day while “Sister Christian” or “Here I Go Again” booms from the speakers. Naturally, […]