Celebrating 40 Years of the Nissan Maxima

Photo: Nissan It’s been four decades since the first Nissan Maxima rolled off the assembly line. Dubbed the “four-door sports car” by Nissan, this model holds the honor of being Nissan’s longest-running nameplate in America. Here’s a look back at the history of the automaker’s flagship sedan. Find Your Perfect Match: Check out the Nissan…

GM Pledges $100,000 in Aid to Nepal

The General Motors Foundation has announced that it will provide a total of $100,000 in grants between the American Red Cross and World Food Program USA in order to support recovery efforts in the wake of the 7.8 magnitude earthquake in Nepal. General Motors International will also donate $50,000 to the India Prime Minister Relief…

Information Archives

It’s finally time for the 10th-generation Honda Civic to get a makeover.… The 2017 Toyota 4Runner is a body-on-frame SUV reputed for its exceptional… The 2017 Ford Expedition is a full-size SUV capable of seating up… The 2017 Toyota Prius Prime is a plug-in hybrid version of the… The 2017 Buick Regal is an entry-level…

Los Angeles Archives

A Los Angeles City Councilmember is attempting to make a car-free zone… Back in February of 2017, a woman’s car fell into a sinkhole,… Cruising down the coast in your vehicle can be a relaxing and… The Chevrolet Volt was among the list of six sedans that General… The Los Angeles Auto Show serves as…

hatchback Archives

Honda has finally released the details for the new e electric city… Affordable, efficient, and fun to drive, the 2020 Chevrolet Spark is an… Toyota recently launched a new hatchback variant of the Corolla, and while… Both practical and fun to drive, the 2019 Hyundai Elantra GT stands… Toyota has entered the hatchback game with…

Why is My Car Idling Roughly?

Whether you’re waiting in line at the drive-thru or stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic, rough idling can make the most boring part of driving into a downright unpleasant experience. Here’s rundown of a few things to check out if your car, truck, or SUV is rumbling while you idle. Experiencing Other Car Problems? Critical maintenance for…

Best Car for the Money Archives

Unlike us, Honda actually does care about rules and made some pretty tip-top rides, at least according to the experts over at U.S. News & World Report… In case you missed it, 2019 was a stellar year for Kia… Full-size pickups are made to get the job done—and to get it…

How to Protect Your Pets from Antifreeze Poisoning

Photo: kitty.green66 Though you’d never think of drinking sickly green radiator fluid, pets see the world differently. Poisonous antifreeze can seem like a sweet treat to dogs and cats — often with tragic results. Sadly, the Humane Society estimates that between 10,000 and 90,000 pets suffer from antifreeze poisoning every year. Don’t let your pet…

DeNiro and e-Niro Make Cool Pair in Campaign

Kia e-Niro Photo: Kia Motors Two-time Oscar-winning actor Robert DeNiro is the front man of a new advertising campaign in Europe that promotes the eco-friendly Kia e-Niro. The campaign, set to launch in November, celebrates the all electric crossover, which boasts a long-driving range — approximately 615 kilometers in the city and a total of…

Ontario Archives

Yes, even in the middle of a sparsely populated Ohio forest, someone, somewhere, is making fun of J.D. Power.… When you hit the highway in Ontario, there’s more to see than… This weekend marks the start of the new Canadian motorsport series, the… Despite the pandemic, Halloween in Ontario isn’t canceled. The Heartland Province offers……

Charles Leclerc on Pole at Spa

An out-of-focus shot of Leclerc about to climb up Eau Rouge Photo: FORMULA 1 | YouTube Charles Leclerc took a decisive pole position at Spa-Francorchamps today, beating teammate Sebastian Vettel by over seven tenths of a second, a massive margin by Formula One standards. Though Leclerc seemed to have the measure of Vettel throughout the…

10 Cool Updates on the 2021 Nissan Armada

Photo: Nissan The 2021 Nissan Armada received a bevy of updates for the latest model year. From its powertrain and infotainment tech to its functional interior and new aesthetic, here’s a look at what this revised model brings to the table. Looking for the Right Fit? Find the perfect Nissan SUV for your family Photo:…

electric Archives

As 2020 continues, the list of auto industry delays and cancelations continues… Audi’s E-Tron family of electric vehicles is beginning to take shape. The… Things are moving fast at Volkswagen. The company’s push to embrace the… If you’ve been keeping up with Volkswagen lately, you’ll know that big… To say that the auto industry has…

fifa world cup Archives

Even folks who detest soccer but have any kind of relevant social… In today’s Argentina vs. Switzerland World Cup match, we’ll see the two… Today we get to watch the exciting Costa Rica vs. Greece World… In the second match of the day, and the fourth match in… Today marks the final day of preliminary…

2017 Toyota Camry Overview

The 2017 Toyota Camry is a midsize sedan that carries a starting MSRP of $23,070. The Toyota Camry was the best-selling sedan in the United States last year with 429,355 units moved. In addition–despite offering more technology for the new model year–the ‘17 Camry will wear the same price tag as last year’s version. Key…

Mate2GO Smartphone Holder Review: Hands-Free Tech to Keep Your Eyes on the Road

The Mate2GO smartphone holder has an intelligent, simple design that delivers convenience as well as safety. The gadget is likely to fit your dashboard as long as your vehicle is not featured on the product’s “incompatibility” list. With a flexible shape, the gadget can accommodate a variety of phone sizes and phone angles when a smartphone is placed…

The Auto Industry’s Response to Black Lives Matter Protests

Protestors have been making their voices heard worldwide Photo: Taymaz Valley via CC Over the last two weeks, many in the nation have come together in protest of reported police brutality against black individuals following the death of George Floyd. While some automakers are adamantly speaking up in support of the Black Lives Matter movement,…

midsize sedan Archives

Like so many other sedans in recent years, the end of the… Buick’s robust sedan lineup for the Chinese market recently welcomed a new… According to the J.D. Power 2021 APEAL Study, the Cadillac CT5 connects… The 2021 Honda Accord gets a mid-cycle refresh including new styling, better hybrid performance, and wireless Apple CarPlay and…

Switzerland Archives

Pothole season is here again. No matter what brand or category of car,… After making an appearance at the 87th Geneva Motor Show, most automakers… The 87th Geneva International Motor Show officially begins tomorrow. While information surrounding… When most people want to buy a new car, they scrimp and… Oh, you know you’ve screwed up when…

Spyker Archives

With popular automakers like Toyota, Nissan, and Lincoln presenting an array of… In the second match of the day, and the fourth match in… We’re entering the last few days of group stages, and we already…

6 of the Coolest Features on the 2022 Infiniti QX80

Photo: Infiniti While the Infiniti QX80 is undoubtedly an aging model and hasn’t been fully refreshed recently, it received a handful of significant updates for the latest model year. From its improved infotainment tech to its revised interior layout, here’s a look at some of its most prominent upgrades and returning features. Interested in Upgrading?…

NAIAS through the Viewfinder of My Nikon

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…

World Cup of Cars: Brazil vs. Mexico

In today’s Brazil vs. Mexico World Cup match, the host country takes on a seemingly weaker competitor. During qualifying matches, Brazil claimed 22 wins and 71 goals while Mexico only scraped by with about half of each of those figures. But in the World Cup of Cars series, those stats don’t matter. We want to…

World Cup of Cars: Costa Rica vs. Greece

Today we get to watch the exciting Costa Rica vs. Greece World Cup match as we really start close in on the end of this thing. And while we’re all incredibly excited to see who emerges victorious, we’re even more excited to pit the two countries against one another in our own big sporting event—the…

Sports cars Archives

With a starting price of $35,900, the GR Corolla is a strong competitor to cars like the Subaru WRX STI, Honda Civic Type R, and Volkswagen Golf R… The Chevy Corvette offers a range of power and a style that… Sports cars may seem like an expensive and impractical pick for most… The Bend is…

Best Car To Buy Archives

Each year, eco-conscious organization Green Car Reports announces its list of contenders… The 2018 Honda Civic Type R and 2018 Honda Accord have each… Man, the Chevy Bolt is having a good week. First, I find… While the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata features 12 fewer horsepower than last… With a 0-to-60 time of 3.7 seconds…

J.D. Power APEAL Study Archives

The new and improved 2024 Ford Super Duty, loaded with best-in-class features… For the third year in a row, the Lincoln Navigator has won… The all-new 2020 Ford Escape took home two big industry awards in… J.D. Power has conducted its U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution, and Layout study every… You want to make sure that the…

2020 Nissan Sentra Overview

Photo: Nissan Want a sleek and stylish sedan that won’t break the bank? The all-new 2020 Nissan Sentra combines remarkable value with plenty of standard and available features. It even features a muscular new look that’ll turn heads, whether it’s parked or cruising down the highway. Check out our overview to learn more about this…

2021 Cadillac CT4 Overview

Photo: Cadillac The Cadillac CT4 is the smallest sedan in the luxury automaker’s lineup. For the 2021 model year, this compact luxury sedan gained a new special edition package, alongside plenty of new safety tech and new infotainment features. The 2021 Cadillac CT4 is available at four trim levels: Luxury, Premium Luxury, Sport, and V-Series….

AWD Archives

Picking the drivetrain for your next vehicle can make a major difference… Toyota has officially announced details for the 2021 Toyota Avalon, which for… Toyota has officially launched the Camry AWD and Avalon AWD as it… The all-new 2020 Dodge Charger GT all-wheel-drive has a number of performance-enhancing… Winter is fast approaching — or already…

crate engine Archives

The engine is so ridiculously large and powerful that it has transported my brain back to a pre-adult state.… Ever looked at the Honda Civic Type R hot hatchback and thought,… Have you ever looked at an old Challenger and thought “That is…

autonomous driving Archives

The shuttle connects the Vermont Station with various areas west of downtown Indianapolis… When it comes to iconic vehicles, one of the most recognizable is… There’s plenty of excitement surrounding the launch of the new 2022 Chevy… Cruise, a subsidiary of General Motors, is now testing a small fleet of fully autonomous vehicles on the…

BEVs Archives

If Honda’s electrification story starts with the Prologue, we expect Chapter 1 to be quite meaty… Toyota is more concerned about carbon emissions generated throughout the entirety of a vehicle’s lifecycle, from production to scrap…

Caleb Cook, Author at The News Wheel

On the surface, the 2025 Honda lineup doesn’t seem to offer any… Thinking about buying a Mazda in the near future? Here’s what the… The refreshed 2025 Yukon is coming soon to the GMC lineup. For… Chevrolet will end production for the Malibu later this fall, drawing the… As Subaru moves into the 2025 model…

Meet the British-Canadian Mentor Behind the 2020 Lexus Design Awards

Photo: Lexus Every year, Lexus gives up-and-coming designers a platform to showcase their work and gain experience by collaborating with leading industry experts. Philippe Malouin, a British-Canadian architectural and interior designer, is one such mentor that lent his expertise to the six finalists of the 2020 Lexus Design Awards. Here’s a look at his impressive…

2024 Chevy Trailblazer Trim Levels

Photo: Chevrolet The 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer is an affordable small SUV that’s packed with family-friendly functionality. But if you need a little help deciding which model suits you best, check out this quick guide to how its four trim levels differ.  The entry-level LS model delivers plenty of features at an affordable price. It comfortably…

2025 Mazda CX-70 Overview

Photo: Mazda The 2025 Mazda CX-70 is a stylish crossover that delivers exceptional handling and performance. And thanks to its mild hybrid powertrain, it provides plenty of thrills without compromising on fuel economy. Here’s a look at the first-ever Mazda CX-70. The Mazda CX-70 stands out from the rest of the Mazda lineup with its…