Jeff Dunham Shows Off His Collection of AMC Gremlins to Jay Leno
There seems to be a big crossover between comedy and car enthusiasm, with many comedians having a unique affection for certain types of vehicles. For example, well-respected comic Jerry Seinfeld is a well-known Porsche aficionado, Indianapolis-born late night host David Letterman loves Indy racing, buff UFC commenter Joe Rogan is obsessed with American muscle, and […]
5 Most Coveted Celebrity Cars of All Time
Celebrities with a lot of money at their disposal often spend it on extravagant and exorbitantly priced items. And there’s no better status symbol than a unique and expensive car, such as one of the top five coveted celebrity cars mentioned below. These cars are beautiful, bold, and definitely make a statement. Sadly, most of […]
Commoners Need Not Apply: Ford’s GT Application, Step-by-Step
On Wednesday, Ford began accepting applications for its 2017 GT supercar. While Ford is not charging a fee to fill out the form—though it probably very well could have given both the superlative hype and the extremely limited quantities in which it will be sold—the presumed $400,000 price is enough in and of itself to knock […]
Five Celebrities You Didn’t Know Were Car Enthusiasts
When you think of celebrities who truly love cars, it’s likely that your mind jumps straight to those stars like Jay Leno and Jerry Seinfeld, who both love cars so much they have their own respective shows. But what about the big names that keep their love of cars on the down low? The entertainment […]
8 Funniest Super Bowl Car Commercials of All Time
Each year’s Super Bowl is the place for great new commercials–and my favorites are ones for new cars. While some can be thoughtful or moving, the most entertaining are the ads that go for laughs. Here are the eight funniest car commercials that debuted during past Super Bowl shows. My Favorite Laugh-Inducing Car Ads from […]
President Obama Calls Corvette C7.R “Subtle,” Checks Out Bolt EV [VIDEO]
![President Obama Calls Corvette C7.R “Subtle,” Checks Out Bolt EV [VIDEO]](https://thenewswheel.com/wp-content/themes/patterns/timthumb.php?src=https%3A%2F%2Fthenewswheel.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F01%2FBarack-Obama-with-2017-Chevy-Bolt-EV.jpg&q=90&w=760&h=400&zc=1 "President Obama Calls Corvette C7.R “Subtle,” Checks Out Bolt EV [VIDEO]")
President Barack Obama stopped by the North American International Auto Show in Detroit today to check out some of the latest models. According to the White House, Obama’s visit was meant “to showcase how the American auto industry has come roaring back since the financial crisis” (in other words, to argue that the GM and […]
10 Best Celebrity Cars of 2015
Many people are fascinated by the extravagant lifestyles of celebrities, with particular interest paid to the types of vehicles they drive. Celebrity car collectors such as Jay Leno and Jerry Seinfeld have taken their interest in cars and have turned that passion for automotives into unique TV shows, but that isn’t enough for a lot […]
Andy Richter and Ana Gasteyer Look for Tomatoes in a 2016 Chevy Traverse
Chevrolet is trying to sell the 2016 Chevy Traverse minivan as the ideal family vehicle, and to do so, it’s enlisted the talents of former Saturday Night Live cast member Ana Gasteyer. The bowtie brand is sponsoring the actress’ Yahoo web series, “Going There,” which features celebrities venting about their children. The show is very similar […]
Joe Rogan’s 1965 Corvette Stingray Visits Jay Leno’s Garage
On most episodes of “Jay Leno’s Garage,” the former late night host interacts with auto mechanics or regular guys who happen to own remarkable cars. In the latest installment, though, Leno welcomes a fellow comic to the show: Joe Rogan, best known now as a UFC commenter. When the two go for a spin, the […]
Saying Goodbye to Late Night’s Other Car Guy, David Letterman
Tonight, after a record 33 years of hosting, David Letterman will officially retire from the world of late night television. Though he’s famously unsentimental, it’s quite possible that tears will be shed. Bandleader Paul Shaffer—who’s already gotten his own tribute in the form of a sightseeing bus—will almost definitely bawl. Then, on Sunday, Letterman will […]
No Chevy Super Bowl Commercials to Air This Year
Chevrolet and Bengals head coach, Marvin Lewis, have something in common now: a strong aversion to the Super Bowl. The American automaker said Monday at the 2015 North American International Auto Show that there would be no Chevy Super Bowl commercials aired during this year’s game on February 1, 2015. During last year’s blowout matchup between […]
Honda Accord Outsells Camry For Second Straight Month
Honda September Sales: Accord Outsells Camry and 2014 CR-V Finishes Strong Last week, we noted that the Honda Accord had pulled ahead in their never-ending battle with the Toyota Camry. Now that last month’s sales figures have been released, it appears that Accord has once again bested its undying foe, by selling 32,956 units in […]
[VIDEO] Comedian Spike Feresten Will Play Car Matchmaker
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Still wandering through life hollow and loveless? Stuck in a dead-end relationship you’re ready to get out of? Jealous of other people’s happiness while hiding your own lack of fulfillment? Don’t be ashamed to admit it– more people in the world have bad relationships with their cars. They just need a little help from “relationship” […]
Compact Crazy: 2015 Porsche Macan Debuts at LA Auto Show
Even with the existence of the Porsche Cayenne, it’s hard for many to wrap their head around the idea of the Italian automaker manufacturing anything but boxy racers that win Le Mans and carry Jerry Seinfeld dutifully to get his morning coffee. The Porsche Macan, which made its world debut at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto […]
Videocassette Vehicles: Remember VHS Tape Rewinder Cars?
As the debate rages regarding the future of physical media, my mind has been reflecting on the types of audio-visual media that I grew up with 30 years ago. I’ve been particularly nostalgic for the VHS cassette and its associated equipment, including the giant bulky VCR and — one of the most unique pieces of […]
Did You Know? The KONG Dog Toy Was Inspired by a VW Part
This article contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, The News Wheel may earn a small commission when you click on links and complete qualifying purchases. You can read our full disclaimer here. If you’re a dog owner, you’re probably familiar with the KONG brand of chew toys. The bulbous rubber toys that resemble the […]
Toyota Celebrates 10 Million Land Cruisers Sold
Toyota is celebrating the sale of its 10th million Land Cruiser SUV, a major milestone especially when contrasted against the single Land Cruiser it sold in the US in all of 1958, its first year in the country. Built in Australia, the Land Cruiser is one of Toyota’s most capable vehicles, though the model rolling […]
Top 4 Discontinued Chevy Models
Like all major automakers, Chevrolet has seen models come and go over the years. But there are some discontinued Chevy models that made a lasting impression on the lineup, even though they are not still made today. Here are the top four. Chevrolet El Camino Is it a truck? Is it a coupe? No! It’s […]