You have heard a fair amount from we editors of The News Wheel, from our greatest pet peeves while driving to our childhood driving memories to each of our driver’s ed experiences. After an incident where my wife’s car broke down (the same one that was infested with carpet beetles), I was inspired to ask…
Photo: Lexus The stunning Lexus LF-30 Electrified Concept recently made its national debut at the Canadian International Auto Show, alongside two other innovative Lexus concept models. Here’s what each vehicle has to offer. Take Style to the Next Level: Drive the 2020 Lexus NX Photo: Lexus This EV takes futuristic styling to the next level….
The all-new 2022 Lexus NX is finally here — and it’s going to be produced at the Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada Cambridge South plant in Cambridge, Ontario. From its new powertrain options and additional tech tools to its refreshed exterior design, here’s a look at what the 2022 Lexus NX has to offer. Give Your…
Photo: Lexus Lexus has big plans on the horizon for 2021 — but the automaker isn’t giving them away just yet. In a press release, Lexus Canada teased an unnamed new concept car, which is meant to be an emblem of the brand’s new direction. Smart, Efficient, and Modern: Check out the Lexus hybrid lineup…
The Ford F-150 LTD Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company debuted its two newest products for the Chinese market this month at the Chengdu Motor Show: the 2019 Ford F-150 LTD and Lincoln Aviator. The former is the equivalent of the ultra-lux and high-powered F-150 Limited, and the latter is the latest product from…
This latest adjustment is different than those that came before… According to MIT Technology Review’s Karen Hao, automated vehicles have three current… The pure-electric 2019 Chevy Bolt and the plug-in hybrid 2019 Chevy Volt… The Cadillac Escalade celebrates its 20th anniversary this year and has been a… As announcements continue to pop up about 2019 models,…
The latest Civic Type R took back the Nurburgring lap record, but there is a sticking point. The 2023 Honda Civic Type R set a new lap record for front-wheel-drive cars around the Suzuka Circuit in Japan The Civic Type R’s bigger engine should be enough to put the Toyota in its place, but the…
2020 Nissan Murano Photo: Nissan Nissan has no shortage of versatile, comfortable, and reliable family vehicles. Whether you’re looking for a stylish, luxurious family SUV or a rugged, outdoorsy vehicle to enable your weekend getaways, Nissan has you covered. Which Model is Right for You? Check out the Nissan lineup of SUVs and Crossovers 2020…
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We all know Volvo likes to play it low-key, but this is simply another level of humility. The Swedish automaker has just recently revealed that although it broke the Nürburgring Nordschleife lap record for production four-door sedans last year, it hadn’t seen fit to share that fact with the rest of the world, where setting…
Toyota is locked in a titanic battle with Volkswagen for the title of “world’s best-selling brand” (secured by a narrow margin by the latter for the first time in 2016), but when it comes to the most Googled car brand in the world, the battle wasn’t even close. Of the 193 countries analyzed by Quickco,…
Cadillac XT4 Photo: Cadillac Cadillac and Buick are both upscale GM brands, but how do their small SUVs compare? Here’s a look at how the Cadillac XT4 and the Buick Encore GX stack up against one another. Upscale and Practical: Get to know the Buick Encore GX Cadillac XT4 Photo: Cadillac The Cadillac XT4 and…
While fully autonomous vehicles are still a thing of the future, advanced… As the all-electric and self-driving vehicle markets continue to explode, Volkswagen is investing in companies that will help them own the future.… A research team at MIT is trying to improve self-driving car technology by teaching vehicles to see around corners using shadows.……
The 2015 Miata In the 2014 Which? Awards, Mazda took home the title of Best Car Manufacturer. The annual awards determine UK customer favorites for everything from banking brand and insurance provider to supermarket and computing brand. Mazda took home the award over Audi, BMW, Honda, and Skoda, marking the automaker’s second win and first…
When it comes to beloved Buick vehicles, it’s hard to beat the… Mazda’s top of the line SUV, the CX-9, has been raking in… The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced that the 2017 Buick… The 2017 Grand Cherokee joins the new Dodge Challenger and Chrysler 200… The 2017 Chrysler 200 is the latest…
Photo: FORMULA 1 | YouTube The long-awaited 2021 Formula 1 regulations are finally here, and at first glance they seem to have been worth all the delays. A hard budget cap, fairer finances, better-looking cars that can more easily overtake, multiple cost-limiting measures, and revised weekend schedules are all on the cards. Below, we’ll cover…
Today Acura Motorsports announced that it is joining forces with Team Penske to field a prototype effort in the 2018 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. A pair of new Acura ARX-05 Daytona Prototype International (DPi) entries will be fielded under the legendary Team Penske banner as part of the program. Acura Motorsports says that it will begin…
When it comes to being American-Made, Jeep is evidently the king of the hill Placing vehicles into a hierarchy of which models are more American-made than others is a rather tricky business. Due to a large pool of factors that you have to consider, the answers can often be quite inconsistent. Cars.com, which has published…
Acura NSX GT3 Race Car testing at Gingerman Raceway Today Acura, Honda Performance Development, and Honda R&D announced that the race-winning Acura NSX GT3 racecar will be offered for sale around the world in advance of the 2018 racing season. The exposed carbon, race-ready NSX GT3 will carry a starting price of €465,000. The NSX…
This year, the New York Daily News has kicked off its own car awards program, and rightly picked the 2016 Mazda CX-3 as the best City SUV, thanks to “its combination of style and sophistication at an affordable price.” According to the Daily News, the segment of “City SUVs” has been growing rapidly of late,…
Photo: Nissan The 2024 Nissan Frontier combines retro vibes with modern conveniences. This midsize truck boasts plenty of style, capability, and power, all without breaking the bank. Here’s a look at how this pickup can put some pep in your step. The new Frontier sports a bold, squared-off design that stands out from the crowd….
Photo: FORMULA 1 | YouTube The 2019 Azerbaijan GP was not the most exciting Formula One race to take place in Baku since its appearance on the calendar, and one that will leave fans wondering what hope any team has to compete with the Silver Arrows. The Ferrari car has routinely been propped up as…
Alexander Albon Photo: Red Bull Racing Red Bull Racing has announced that Alexander Albon, the British-Thai racing driver, has been promoted to the team to drive alongside Max Verstappen, while Pierre Gasly will return to the Red Bull sister team Toro Rosso. “Red Bull are in a unique position of having four talented Formula One…
Photo: Bertho RF1 Update: No. Last year, Nico Rosberg retired from Formula 1 after accomplishing his lifelong goal of winning the world championship. He was 31 years old, at the height of his career, and even had a seat in the most dominant team on the grid. He could have stuck around to add more…
In the arena of exploitation cinema, there is no genre that hasn’t… Could “Back to the Future II’s” Mr. Fusion ever be a reality?… General Motors has issued a recall on approximately 49,000 of its vehicles. The… Sitting proudly at the smaller end of Chevrolet’s SUV lineup is one… There were more cars and trucks sold…
Even with the release of the redesigned Tucson, Hyundai Motors has been struggling to overcome its slowing growth and limited variety in its lineup. The Korean automaker’s sedan-saturated line of vehicles has been perceived as a limitation by competitors, critics, and the company’s own officials. The upcoming, unique Santa Cruz ute is intended to solve the automaker’s…
2024 Chevrolet Equinox RS in Radiant Red Tintcoat Photo: Chevrolet The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox is known for being a family vehicle, but thanks to its versatile design, it’s also excellent as a commuter car and road trip machine. From smart safety features to convenient tech tools, here’s a look at what each model of the…
It’s a five-peat for the Chrysler Pacifica as it earns Best Minivan… The all-new 2019 Subaru Forester has been named the “Best Car to… It’s shaping up to be the most wonderful time or at least… The 2018 Honda Civic Type R and 2018 Honda Accord have each… It has now been over two years…
This year is the 10th anniversary of Lexus’ F performance sub-brand, and… BMW is all about supporting the art world, from its Art Cars… Everyone who remembers the original Law and Order series on NBC, watched… Ok, there is no completely adequate way to segue into this, so… Honda Europe announced today that the Honda…
Photo: The News Wheel Do you drive a car with a GDI? Are you aware of the maintenance needs and common problems that GDI engines face? When was the last time it had a carbon cleaning? Do you even know what GDI means? These were all questions that I recently faced regarding my Hyundai Veloster…
GM Authority believes they have spotted the new Chevrolet Silverado ZRX driving… The 2020 Dodge Challenger and Challenger SRT are receiving upgraded exterior designs… When you decide you’re ready for a new car, sometimes it can… The 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander is a seven-passenger SUV with proven off-road credentials,… Audi’s official web site lists the starting…
Photo: Chevrolet 2023 Chevrolet Silverado HD has everything you need to work hard and play hard. With up to 36,000 pounds of towing capability and a range of high-tech amenities, it’s ideal for contractors and fun-loving adventurers alike. You can choose between the Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD and the Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD models, each with differing…
Someone raised their kid right. 13-year-old William Rabillo gave up his action video game lifestyle last month to aid his struggling single mother, Krystal Preston, with needed transportation. Rabillo eyed a 1999 Chevy Metro on Facebook Marketplace and reached out to the seller. While he had nowhere near the amount the owner was asking, he…
Here’s a scenario that most drivers can identify with: you’re driving to work on your morning commute when the idiot in front of you makes a sudden move, such as a lane change or a turn, without giving any notice. Angrily, you hit the brakes, honk your horn, and mutter irritably under your breath. Well,…
Photo: Chevrolet The family-friendly Chevrolet Equinox offers plenty of customization options. Here’s a look at the packages you can pick to add comfort and convenience to your daily drive. Get More Out of Your Equinox: How to increase the value of your vehicle This package, available on entry-level Equinox models, adds an eight-way power seat…
The Sorento’s luxurious cabin earned much praise Photo: Kia Motors For the third consecutive year, the Kia Sorento and Soul have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as Best Cars for the Money in their segments (3-Row SUV and Compact Car, respectively). New to the lineup of winning Kia vehicles is the Stinger,…
Hamilton, Bottas, and Vettel at the first corner Photo: FORMULA 1 | YouTube In recent years, the Spanish Grand Prix has lost some of its luster. The track itself is great fun for hot lapping — I’ve raced on a laser-scanned version in racing simulations many times and it is one of my favorites on…
Do you ever have one of those moments where you realize that,… Opel this week held a vernissage at “Kraftwerk” in Berlin to reveal in… Opel on Monday will debut the all-new Crossland X crossover at “Kraftwerk”… Welcome to In the Rearview, where we present a digest of some… Have you ever seen one of those…
Shopping for a new car, SUV, or truck is an exciting hunt,… Maserati calls them “new” trims, but it would be more accurate to say the three models are getting a trim restructure… If you’re like most car buyers, you’ve spent a substantial amount of… The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV won’t feature badging that differentiates…
It seems that 2018 is the year of Jeep. Sales for the… Once again Toyota continued to follow the industry trend of rising truck… While cars suffered throughout the month, Honda’s July 2018 truck sales were… Fiat Chrysler’s decision to focus on trucks, crossovers, and SUVs has evidently… During the month of July, sales were…
Even folks who detest soccer but have any kind of relevant social… The day has come. Americans across the nation will ditch work an… In today’s Argentina vs. Switzerland World Cup match, we’ll see the two… We’re well into the third day of the Round of 16, and… Today we get to watch the exciting…
The internet is a treasure trove of strange, delightful viral videos. I think some of them can be repurposed as car commercials.… As part of the rollout of the 2020 Outback, Subaru recently released a series of three heartfelt ads that highlight the Outback’s best features.… The goal of the campaign is to show the…
Automakers are continuing to suffer from a chip shortage and accordingly a car shortage as well. With the lack of cars at dealerships, prices have sky-rocketed, even for highly used cars. According to the experts at Edmunds, cars with 100,000-109,999 miles on the odometer sold for an average of $16,489 in June 2021 — the…
Seats inspired by American mid-century modern design make the car almost look like a museum showpiece… Just before I was old enough to get my temporary Driver’s License, I had my first experience behind the wheel. It didn’t go as planned.… Living with anxiety can be challenging, and driving can be even more so. Here…
There is a renewed public interest in developing affordable hydrogen fuel cell vehicles after Toyota revealed its Mirai, Honda its updated FCEV Conecpt, and Audi its A7 Sportback h-tron Quattro at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show. Nissan, on the other hand, ain’t having none of that. Nissan Vice Chairman Toshiyuki Shiga told The Japan…
Image: Lexus The 2021 Lexus UX 250h Black Line Special Edition is receiving a limited-run release in Canada. Capped at just 200 units, this limited-edition model will offer unique styling along with some of the most popular add-ons requested by dealers and drivers alike. Here’s a look at what sets this hybrid all-wheel-drive compact SUV…
Photo: Lexus The 2022 Lexus ES is coming to Canada with a wealth of new and updated features. From its tech tools and styling to its driver-assist features and interior comforts, here’s a look at what’s new on this luxury sedan. Keep Your Lexus Safe: Learn about Lexus Extra Care Protection Photo: Lexus The 2022…
Photo: Lexus The 2022 Lexus UX 250h AWD headed to Canada with a handful of new updates — including a new F SPORT Special Edition model. Here’s what’s new on this self-charging all-wheel-drive hatchback. For the latest model year, this luxury compact crossover gained the Rear Seat Reminder safety feature, which encourages the driver to…
Bottas leads Hamilton into T1 at the 2019 Australian GP Photo: FORMULA 1 | YouTube Compared to the second half of 2018, Valtteri Bottas was like a changed man at the 2019 Australian GP. He was fast, aggressive, and decisive, much like he had been in his junior formula days, and much unlike the way…
With victory comes an uncomfortable amount of champagne sprayed in your face Photo: FORMULA 1 | YouTube Charles Leclerc fans who watched the 2019 Singapore GP will tell you that Ferrari engineered the results so that Sebastian Vettel finished first, but don’t let them fool you: the Formula 1 race was a Vettel masterclass that…
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