Car accidents rank as the 9th leading cause of death in the world, according to the Association for Safe International Road Travel (ASIRT). Every year, approximately 1.3 million people die as a result of car collisions globally, which averages out to 3,287 automotive-related deaths per day. The losses of life are felt by the victim’s…
Helen Mirren runs a 1.52.8 lap on Top Gear Dame Helen Mirren may have already won an Academy Award, a Tony, three Golden Globes, and four Emmys, but she still hasn’t achieved her greatest ambition in life: starring in a Fast and Furious sequel. In a recent interview with Yahoo!, the 69-year-old actress was asked…
Ride or whatever the TV-Y7 equivalent of “die” is Photo:Netflix No matter how you feel about them, it’s hard to deny that the Fast & Furious movies often have engaging action sequences that are best described as “over the top.” Some moviegoers have gone as far to call these films live-action cartoons. Therefore, one can…
Camila Cabello joins Pitbull and J Balvin on the catchy “Hey Ma” from the upcoming film The anticipation of the upcoming film in The Fast and the Furious franchise is incredibly high, with the newest addition to the series coming out in April. The Fate of the Furious is the eighth installment of the supercharged…
While there are a lot of perks to driving a new car, like the updated technology and the new-car smell, your purchase usually comes with a not-so-nice monthly car payment. Rather than switching out your car every few years, it can be beneficial to both your wallet and to the environment to keep your car…
While Bugatti and Koenigsegg battle over making their production cars get closer and closer to the 300 mph barrier, Honda is busy laying claim to another record: that of the fastest lawn mower. It’s a record that Honda held for only a year. In 2014, the automaker built the hilariously-named “Mean Mower,” a lawn mower…
What is this magical nitrous that causes one’s car to become as lightning? Dost the Fast & Furious films speak truth? Photo: Universal Pictures If you’ve seen any of the Fast and Furious movies, you’ve no doubt seen the following happen on screen: a driver presses a button on the control board and a mysterious…
While I wouldn’t recommend hopping inside a 1970 Charger R/T and parachuting out of a C-130, I still believe everyone should experience some of the Fast & Furious franchise cars the way the film’s stars have—fast and furiously. Now is your chance with the Furious 7 car pack for Forza Horizon 2, which is available…
There’s an old saying that a good method of existing involves living fast, dying young, and leaving an attractive corpse. Arne Toman, the VP of AMS Performance in Chicago, took that particular adage and appended it to read “live fast, die young, leave a good-looking corpse, and get carried to the grave by a 1,000-horsepower…
Believe it or not, the Furious 7 C-130 plane drop was not done using a green screen Just when you thought the Fast & Furious franchise couldn’t get any more badass (Fast and Furious 6 used an actual tank, after all), the crew goes and pulls a stunt as twisted as parachuting cars out of…
Vin Diesel says Fast & Furious 8 will be ‘from Paul’ The dust is still settling from the hype of Furious 7, which hit theatres on April 3rd and broke a number of box office records in just its first weekend, but already, the cast and crew is looking forward to the all but confirmed…
Furious 7 set a number of records at the box office, both domestically and globally, in its opening weekend Furious 7 is the latest film in the Fast and Furious franchise, opening on Friday, April 3rd. To no one’s surprise, the seventh installment in the films series totally dominated at the box office, but perhaps…
As the latest collaboration in Marvel Studios’ ongoing automotive product placements, Hyundai has struck a deal with Marvel Studios to prominently feature the redesigned Veloster in the upcoming blockbuster, Ant Man and the Wasp. Previously only seen in Netflix shows like Daredevil and Jessica Jones, Hyundai’s starring role in the sequel to 2015’s quirky Ant Man…
Last year, Vin Diesel (left) hinted at Iggy Azalea’s (right) Furious 7 cameo, but he did not indicate just how small it would be Last year, Fast and Furious franchise star Vin Diesel let it slip that pop singer Iggy Azalea, famous for her song “Fancy,” would be making a special appearance in Furious 7,…
If you saw the Furious 7 trailer during the Super Bowl and are dying to know what that weird car was at the end, we’ve got you covered. This seventh Fast & Furious movie is a special one, indeed, since Paul Walker was tragically killed before filming was completed. If you haven’t seen the trailer…
Step it up, folks. Actress Michelle Rodriguez, known for her role in the Fast and Furious franchise, has issued an ultimatum: either the franchise steps up its game and improves the way it treats women, or she’s out. The actress took to social media to express her frustrations, explaining on Instagram that the film’s executives…
Iggy Azalea Will Be In the Next Fast & Furious Film While promoting the upcoming Guardians of the Galaxy film in which he plays a tree, plant-like action star Vin Diesel revealed to SkyrockFM that Fast & Furious 7 will feature a cameo from 24-year old pop star Iggy Azalea. The Australian recording artist is…
2017 seems to be shaping up to be a good year for movies. According to Box Office Mojo, box office dollars are up 6.2% compared to last year and almost 15% from 2015. This news isn’t surprising considering the films that have been released so far, including the indie surprise Get Out, the anticipated Beauty…
In board game stores today, you can’t swing a dead cat without hitting a game that utilizes H.P. Lovecraft’s Cthulhu mythos. Whether it’s in appropriately dark homage (like Eldritch Horror) or campy parody (like Unspeakable Words), it seems like this “crazy” theme is compatible with every type of tabletop game. It’s no surprise that we’ve finally gotten…
Racks and racks and racks and racks of awesome cars are featured in a behind-the-scenes video for Furious 8 The Fast and the Furious franchise is popular for a few reasons. It’s got the makings of any good action movie with plenty of explosions and amazingly fast—and drool-worthy—vehicles. Because of these explosions and action scenes,…
It is already pretty clear that Ford is out to ensure that everyone knows how bonkers fun the 2018 Mustang will be. We already know, among other things, that both the Mustang EcoBoost and Mustang GT be offered with standard electronic line-lock, and we know the it will benefit from the smooth shifting of an…
The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers with a fresh perspective on the latest car news. We’re located in the heart of America (Dayton, Ohio) and our goal is to deliver an entertaining and informative perspective on what’s trending in the automotive world. See more articles from The News Wheel.
The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers with a fresh perspective on the latest car news. We’re located in the heart of America (Dayton, Ohio) and our goal is to deliver an entertaining and informative perspective on what’s trending in the automotive world. See more articles from The News Wheel.
Step it up, folks. Actress Michelle Rodriguez, known for her role in the Fast and Furious franchise, has issued an ultimatum: either the franchise steps up its game and improves the way it treats women, or she’s out. The actress took to social media to express her frustrations, explaining on Instagram that the film’s executives…
The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers with a fresh perspective on the latest car news. We’re located in the heart of America (Dayton, Ohio) and our goal is to deliver an entertaining and informative perspective on what’s trending in the automotive world. See more articles from The News Wheel.
Step it up, folks. Actress Michelle Rodriguez, known for her role in the Fast and Furious franchise, has issued an ultimatum: either the franchise steps up its game and improves the way it treats women, or she’s out. The actress took to social media to express her frustrations, explaining on Instagram that the film’s executives…
The Dodge Demon is horrible at hide-and-seek For the past eight weeks, Dodge has done a meticulous job revealing only tiny details about its upcoming performance vehicle, the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon. Each teaser video only offers a slight glimpse of the Demon itself. However, whenever The Fate of the Furious enters the picture, it…
Listen to this great movie music when you’re behind the wheel! Photo: Paramount Pictures No matter what you’re doing, life is better with a soundtrack. It adds excitement, emotion, drama, and an epic quality to those mundane daily tasks. That certainly applies to driving, whether navigating traffic during your commute or traversing empty country roads….
Helen Mirren runs an impressive 1.52.8 lap during her appearance on Top Gear Last year, Helen Mirren told a Yahoo! interviewer that her “great ambition” was to star in a Fast and Furious film, adding that, “my claim to fame is I always do my own driving.” Well, the 70-year old British acting legend’s dream…
Photo: 1987599 via Pixabay License If you happen to be a human being with a pulse, odds are you’ve seen “Mad Max: Fury Road” and think it’s one of the sickest movies ever — I know I do. Now, a scientific study conducted by Money.co.uk has come along to affirm that belief, as apparently “Fury…
The Fast & Furious film franchise is filled with iconic automobiles. Still, none… Next to his music, Elvis Presley was also known for… Elvis’ 1955 pink Cadillac Fleetwood 60 recently took a 4,400-mile trip from… August 16 marks the 37th anniversary of the all-too-soon demise of “the…
Vin Diesel will huff and puff and blow the competition away In Vin Diesel’s Fast & Furious movies, his character, Dom Toretto, is always talking about the importance of family. Now Diesel is joining a whole new family, thanks to a partnership with Dodge. Vin Diesel will be the official spokesperson for Dodge’s “Brotherhood of Muscle”…
Celebrating a car’s birthday can take many different forms, from decorating it with balloons to planning a road trip Photo: Michael Schwarzenberger via Pixabay Whether you prefer to commemorate the day you bought your vehicle or the day it was built, the sky’s the limit when it comes to how you party it up with…
When the automobile was first invented, it wasn’t long before people found a new thrilling, high-speed sport: car racing. Even for those of us who have never driven our cars above 80 mph, we still feel an adrenaline rush watching a NASCAR race on television or a local track competition in person. While many immersive video…
The ever-popular Barracuda might be coming back to the FCA lineup There are few muscle cars in the history of the automotive industry that have a reputation quite like the Barracuda. Known for its sex-on-wheels styling, shaker hood, and high-octane performance, the Plymouth ‘Cuda was one of the most distinctive vehicles from the muscle-car era….
Ever since the Toyota FT-1 Concept was first unveiled in 2014 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, rumors have circulated that it might serve as the visual platform upon which a hypothetical Toyota Supra successor would be based. As we recently found out, that successor definitely seems to be on its way…
Welcome again to Vehicular Viewing, a monthly feature where I round up the major streaming platforms’ best movies and TV shows for car lovers. Among the titles new on streaming for March 2020, you’ll find a heavy emphasis on the past — and an array of classic rides from around the world. Buying a Used…
You’re going to have to be both fast and furious to win this bid The Fast & Furious film franchise is filled with iconic automobiles. Still, none are quite as recognizable as Dominic Toretto’s 1970 Dodge Charger. This weekend, Fast & Furious fanatics will finally have a chance to own Dom’s Charger, as one of the…
At work, I’ve been doing everything I could to be recognized as a photographer (I’m a part-time wedding photographer), so when my supervisor asked if I’d be interested in traveling to NAIAS to photograph the event, I was ecstatic! Luckily, my partner in crime for the trip, Tim, was just as excited! My 2010 Honda…
2014 Dodge Charger Exterior The Dodge Charger epitomizes the resurgence of unbridled American muscle. The 2014 Dodge Charger flaunts one of the most outwardly aggressive exterior designs in the industry. From its imposing front grille to its signature rear-stretching LED taillights and standard 17-inch alloy wheel, the 2014 Charger boasts unrivaled curb appeal. Related: 2014…
The Blacktop Appearance Package has already been issued for the Dodge Avenger, Challenger, Charger, Dart, Grand Caravan, and Journey, and at long last, the brand is giving us the 2014 Dodge Durango Blacktop edition. The Blacktop Package will be available on the SXT, Limited, and R/T models. Related: Special Dodge Challenger to Auction for Charity…
Photo: Lexus Anime and manga are deeply ingrained in the aesthetics of Japanese pop culture. That’s why Lexus has tapped a trio of artists to showcase the influence of modern Japanese popular art on the automaker’s vehicle designs. Here’s a look at what these artists created. Style and Innovation: The Lexus sedan lineup Photo: Lexus…
Hollywood history is filled to bursting with memorable vehicles that have inspired… The Fast & Furious franchise is a modern blockbuster juggernaut. Having kicked… There’s no shortage of car-themed movies in the world. In fact, some… It goes without saying that cars and movies go together like chocolate…
With each passing year, the Universal Orlando Resort only grows larger and… Merry Ludacrismas to Me. @acura #nsx #gooddadgang @cthagod thanks for the plug!… The 14th annual Honda Battle of the Bands (HBOB) Invitational Showcase was… Rapper, actor, and Acura aficionado Ludacris may have loyal supporters in a… Although it certainly had the most star…
The 2022 Ford Mustang Stealth is real deal Jessica Biel Photo: Ford All of you fans of the 2005 film Stealth, this one’s for you. Ford is bringing an all-new Stealth Edition Appearance Package to the 2022 Mustang, and it’s every bit as action-packed, bold, and memorable as that Jessica Biel about a bomber plane…
Dodge vehicles are available with more extensive palette of colors than most, and that’s great. More choice is more freedom, and we love our freedom. But more choice also means it’s easier to get confused. So we’ve put together a list of the best exterior colors offered by Dodge, just for you. [wptab name=”Charger Colors”] The…
As most parents know, it can be a fine line between gently guiding your children down the right path and micromanaging them. This is especially true when your kids grow old enough to drive. The thought of your teenager having full control of a heavy and dangerous piece of machinery can be terrifying. But today’s…
“The Fast and The Furious: Tokyo Drift” is one of the dumbest movies of all time. But, hey, the cars and the setting look pretty.… Ah yes, the cinematic car chase. No action/adventure movie is complete without… The results of a small-scale scientific study show that “Mad Max: Fury Road has some of the most…
Highways are seemingly always under construction, especially in California where earthquakes abound… Not all motorsports are posh, high-class endeavors like rich sponsors would… As stories like Death Race 2000 have proven, not… There truly aren’t enough automotive-themed two-player board or card games… There are many board games and…
Dress up as a vintage racecar driver for Halloween this year Photo: Garry Knight via CC Picking a clever Halloween costume that will impress your friends without costing you an arm and a leg (unless that’s the look you’re going for) can be a challenge. And going to the costume store to buy an outfit limits you…
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