Get a Load of These Morons in Chevy’s New Car Commercials
Thursday night’s Steelers-Patriots matchup marked the kickoff of the 2015 NFL season, which will culminate in Super Bowl 50 on February 7th, 2016. Thanks to our country’s love affair with televised football, the game also marked the unofficial kickoff of the 2015 car commercial season, a period which will also culminate in this year’s Super Bowl. Chevrolet […]
Chevrolet’s April Sales Gains Driven by Crossovers and Pickups
Chevrolet enthusiastically (and somewhat randomly) plugged April 1st as the “#BestDayEver.” But did April as a whole prove to be the #BestMonthEver for the bowtie brand? Well, it did for some vehicles in the American automaker’s lineup. According to recently released sales figures, the 2015 Colorado had its best month since launch, racking up 7,010 […]
GMC Launches New “Precision” Ad Campaign
Oh, hey, would you look at that. Spring is here. Well, almost, anyway. That means that before you know it, it will be time once again for long walks in the sunshine, afternoons spent cultivating your garden, and—most importantly—days spent at the ballpark. GMC is capitalizing on your rabid desire to get to the brighter […]
Chevy Wins Four KBB Cost to Own Awards
Chevrolet is taking home four prizes in the 2015 Kelley Blue Book 5-Year Cost to Own Awards. The awards, which are given to the top performing vehicle in every segment, are determined based upon projected costs and depreciation over a five-year period. The 2015 Chevy Spark was named the Best Subcompact Car with a project […]
GM Goes to Phoenix for Super Bowl XLIX
With 30 seconds of airtime costing about $4.5 million dollars, General Motors is one of many car companies that have decided not to invest in a Super Bowl commercial this year. But that doesn’t mean that the automaker won’t have a presence in Phoenix this weekend—especially since it sent 600 GMC vehicles to the city […]
Could the MKC Win North American Truck/Utility of the Year?
Could he 2015 Lincoln MKC Win North American Truck/Utility of the Year? It’s not very likely, but it definitely deserves to be there. If you didn’t know any better, you’d think that tomorrow morning’s North American Truck/Utility of the Year award is something of a foregone conclusion. While the consensus is somewhat divided as to […]
Chevrolet December Sales Guided by Corvette, Spark
Chevrolet ended 2014 with a positively huge final push, adding 184,938 deliveries to knock its total-year tally past the 2 million unit mark. The Camaro made one final push to reclaim its title as America’s best-selling pony car, the Corvette and Spark notched their best December ever, and the Colorado doubled down. Related: Dale Earnhardt Jr. […]
Redesigned Toyota Tacoma to Bow at NAIAS
First, let us begin by saying that in no way are we implying that the new Chevy Colorado is a crappy truck. To the contrary; the 2015 Colorado has received quite the welcome from owners and critics alike. But perhaps the introduction of the new GM truck has whetted the country’s appetite for smaller trucks, […]
[POLL] Chevy SEMA Offerings: Which Was Your Favorite?
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The General definitely stole the show last week with an abundance of Chevy SEMA concepts and performance models. Here’s a review of some of the things we saw from Chevy at SEMA last week: Corvettes Jimmie Johnson’s 1971 Corvette Paul Stanley Corvette Stingray 2009 “Blue Devil” Corvette (restored from sinkhole damage) Camaros 2015 Camaro […]
Unveils, Debuts, and Concepts: A List of 2014 Chicago Auto Show Reveals
A full list of known reveals expected at the 2014 Chicago Auto Show
2014 Chicago Auto Show Reveals These cars are brand-new offerings, some of which have been under wraps until the show. 2015 Kia Soul EV 2015 Subaru Legacy Camaro SS Chicago Blackhawks Edition 2015 Lincoln Navigator BMW 7-Series Diesel 2014 Dodge Journey Crossroad 2015 Chevrolet City Express 2015 Subaru Liberty 2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata Toyota TRD […]
Chevy to Unveil 13 Brand-New Vehicles at the LA Auto Show
November 20, 2013 may go down as one of the biggest events for Chevrolet in recent memory, as the Detroit automaker unveils 13 brand-new or significantly redesigned vehicles at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show. With so many new Chevy vehicles at the LA Auto Show, it’s fair to assume that filling out the Christmas […]
The 6 Best Pride-Themed Vehicles From Automakers Around the World
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. 6. FIAT 500X (2015) Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), now known as Stellantis, was ahead of […]
History of the Chevrolet Equinox
The Chevrolet Equinox was created by GM to capitalize on America’s obsession with crossover SUVs and, despite arriving at a time of economic turmoil in the automotive industry, the sporty mid-size crossover has experienced exponential success. Consumers have been receptive to its sleek styling as well as its ideal combination of performance and fuel efficiency. […]
11 of the Most Expensive Toll Roads in America
Typically used to fund the construction of new roadways — and to maintain old ones — toll roads are a necessary evil. Though there are quite a few states that don’t collect tolls, there are plenty throughout the country that can really put a dent in your wallet. The next time you find yourself driving […]
The Best GMC Models to Buy Used
The GMC lineup is often thought of as Chevy’s upmarket cousin, with a fittingly heftier price tag. But when you buy used, you don’t have to break the bank to enjoy these upscale amenities. Here’s a look at some of the best pre-owned GMC picks. Want Some Extra Reassurance? Here’s why you should consider buying […]
Best Chevy Models to Buy Used
The Chevrolet lineup offers a variety of models at a wide range of price points. Here’s a guide to some of the best buys, according to industry experts. Don’t Break the Bank: Check out these used Chevy models under $15,000 Chevrolet Colorado The 2016 model of this mid-size truck earned high marks from Edmunds for […]
2022 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra Will Have Revised Engine Lineup
The 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 will be getting a revised design for the next model year, but those changes will be more than skin deep — they’re also receiving a revised lineup of available engines. Here’s a look at what these models will soon offer under the hood. Still Want […]
Today in Automotive History: 1934 NY Taxi Riots
It’s hard not to think of taxis when thinking about New York City. The yellow cabs are practically synonymous with the Big Apple, and have been a part of the city’s way of life since the early 20th century. However, things haven’t always been smooth sailing for the city’s taxi industry. 87 years ago, Feb. […]