Writing about green cars lately has made me feel like Grampa Simpson in The Simpson Movie. Things to Aspire to: The Chevy Volt’s engine made the Wards 10 Best Engines list EEPA! EEPA! Photo: ©20th Century Fox It is the beginning of a rough time for green cars, as the EPA head position has been…
Ford and Baidu on Wednesday signed a Letter of Intent that will see the two giants jointly exploring areas for collaboration ranging from digital marketing to artificial intelligence and connectivity. Ford Asia Pacific President Peter Fleet and Baidu President Ya-Qin Zhang were on hands at Baidu headquarters in Beijing to witness the signing of the…
For the 2014 Mazda CX-9, both the Touring and Grand Touring trim levels receive a new rear cross-traffic alert system. Other than that, there are no major changes for the Mazda CX-9. 2014 Mazda CX-9 Exterior The Mazda CX-9 has everything you could possibly want in a crossover, including a sporty exterior that mixes ruggedness…
The Mazda3 topped KBB’s 10 Coolest Cars Under $18k list once more. It’s hard to quantify something like fun or coolness, and it’s even harder to rank things based on those factors. One person’s idea of fun might be something altogether tedious and vice versa, and something that you might think is cool could be widely…
Some OEMs are targeting young buyers with affordable prices on new models.… We’re not going to lie, it is a bit exciting when a… The 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited is a compact sedan with a starting… Ford is adding the new Figo Aspire to its lineup in India… Pope Francis is holding a raffle to…
The 2016 Toyota Proace Verso Toyota is having a busy time over in Geneva right now. The automaker revealed three new models at the European auto show—two of which were world debuts. Visitors to Toyota’s display at the Geneva Motor Show will be able to see the new Hilux pickup truck, the production version of…
The automaker estimates that by the time TMMK is fully prepared for the next generation of cars, it will have invested more than $8.5 billion… The Japanese company reduced its initial production target for the financial year by about 300,000 vehicles… The global chip shortage may be partially to blame, but the writing was on…
GM is sponsoring a new racing exhibit at Michigan’s Henry Ford Museum. Learn more about what this exhibit will entail as well as the automaker’s goal for it. Road-Trip Prep: Schedule a service appointment for your car here More about the “Driven to Win” exhibit The new exhibit is called “Driven to Win: Racing in…
Photo: The News Wheel When you think of distracted driving, you probably picture someone texting or posting on social media while driving. That is certainly one form of distracted driving, but it certainly isn’t the only form. Distractions are categorized into three types: manual (takes your hands off the wheel), visual (takes your eyes off…
Seinfeld is back with Kristen Wiig and other funny guests Buckle up, comedy fans! Jerry Seinfeld is coming back with tons of coffee and cars (and sandwiches) in his hit web series “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee.” The series was renewed for a ninth season on streaming site Crackle, and looks to be just as…
With every passing model year, Mazda continues to refine its flagship model,… The Mazda CX-5 has earned another Top Safety Pick Plus title from the… The Mazda CX-9 is the brand’s largest crossover, and in the past… Mazda North America has reported its July 2018 sales, and at the… Mazda has really been killing it in…
My name is Gladiator Nearly two years ago, the automotive world first caught wind that Jeep was planning to add a new pickup truck to its lineup. Between then and now, a number of rumors and reports have emerged about the model, often with conflicting information. However, Jeep is now ready to set the record…
Installing a Car Seat(Photo: jinglejammer) Once you have the correct type of car seat, you want to make sure you install it correctly. This is one of the biggest mistakes parents make regarding car seats. Before you begin installation, read both the car seat user’s guide and any car seat information included in your car’s…
The 2015 Ford F-150, which made its long-awaited debut this morning at the 2014 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), is already being hailed as the smartest F-150 ever built due to a number of features never previously offered in a pickup. It is also being touted as one of the most versatile, powerful, and…
Ford is stepping up to the future, becoming the first automaker to utilize the Stratasys Infinite Build 3D printer. The automaker hopes to expand on the use of 3D printing by determining whether the technology is scalable for printing large one-piece auto parts like spoilers for both prototype and low-volume production vehicles. The Stratasys Infinite…
“Back to the Future” helped make the DeLorean an Icon, but it also showcases tons of beautiful Chevrolet vehicles that set the scene and sell the timeframe. While everyone is still in shock over the biggest blunder in the history of award show mix-ups, I’m over here fangirling from the presence of an iconic vehicle…
The 2020 Chevy Blazer doesn’t compromise on style or versatility. Here’s a… The Toyota C-HR is one of the youngest models in the Toyota… The Lexus RX is a midsize crossover and one of the best-selling… The Lexus LX is the largest model in the brand’s lineup, and… The 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is one…
The 2015 Supercharged Cadillac Escalade Hennessey Performance has just unleashed its 2015 supercharged Cadillac Escalade via the HPE550 Supercharged Upgrade for the Escalade’s 6.2-liter direct-injected V8 engine. “Our HPE550 Supercharged Escalade is the perfect balance of attitude, performance, and luxury. It’s fast and versatile, and proudly American,” commented Hennessey CEO and partner, Don Goldman. Related:…
Last June was the 30th anniversary celebration of the 80s hit film Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. The teen comedy is shown on cable television almost constantly and is a favorite for many. Aside from the time traveling DeLorean of Back to the Future fame, the car that Ferris and Cameron “borrow” from Cameron’s dad was…
At Nissan’s press conference today at the LA Auto Show, the Japanese automaker unveiled its latest offering in the United States, the Nissan Kicks. Like the Nissan Rogue Sport before it, this crossover is also being brought here from another market, Brazil. The Nissan Rogue Sport is the European bestseller Qashqai with a new badge,…
The LiMOUSEine was used to promote Disney-MGM Studios and later EPCOT Photo: Cybjorg via CC Ever since the opening of Disneyland in 1955, Disney has been no stranger to attention-grabbing forms of promotion for their parks. From billboards and TV commercials to converting a monorail train into a street-legal rocket car, Disney has found innovative…
Photo: Paramount Pictures Over the years, the automotive industry has seen its share of independent newcomers stir things up with surprising successes and dismal failures. Few are more notorious now than Preston Tucker, but there was a time 30 years ago when most people hadn’t heard of the game-changing engineer. A man whose vision for…
Photo: Nissan Thanks to the success of the LEAF, Nissan is one of the leading producers of mass-market EVs. But what will become of all those used EV batteries? Nissan created a smart, sustainable answer to that question. When automakers bring electric vehicles to market, they’re applauded for going green. But putting EVs on the…
Like so many other sedans in recent years, the end of the… No matter what industry you’re in, a 50th anniversary is a pretty… The 2017 Subaru WRX is five-passenger sedan that comes standard with an…
The Kia Niro EV is just one of the brand’s eco-friendly models Photo: Kia Motors In Europe, many companies are attempting to lower emissions to help protect the Earth from the disastrous effects of climate change. With Kia’s commitment — in partnership with Hyundai Motors — to create 44 eco-friendly models by 2025, it makes…
It’s hard to believe that, over the past century, automobiles have evolved from newfangled contraptions into an inseverable aspect of our daily lives. The concurrent advancement of motion pictures led to the visual chronicling of humanity’s love affair with automobiles through numerous films that depict cars (and our relationship with them) in insightful ways. While everyone has their favorite…
The 2021 Cadillac XT5 reigns as the luxury brand’s most popular vehicle, delivering a mix of high-end comfort and style, innovative technology, and versatile utility. This midsize SUV is a strong performer, too, equipped to take on highways and rough roads alike with power and agility. For 2021, the XT5 is available at three trim…
IONNA is likely a portmanteau of “IONITY” and “NA.” IONITY is a pan-European charging network founded by… A new joint venture centered on the development of more than 30,000 high-powered chargers across North America… It’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic has hit the auto industry… Britain crossed a major environmental milestone.… With the release…
Ever since the opening of Disneyland in 1955, Disney has been no… Earlier this year, The News Wheel wrote about Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway… If you wanted to learn how to be a high-speed racer, who… During the past few weeks, Kings Island, an amusement park located right… With each passing year, the Universal Orlando…
In an automotive world where vehicles across brands are becoming noticeably more homogeneous, Jeep has continued to find a way to make its vehicles stand out in the crowd. One of the best times of the year for Jeep to truly stand out is during the Chicago Auto Show. For the 2017 Chicago Auto Show, Jeep brought forth…
Replica of James Dean’s 1955 Porsche 550 Spyder, nicknamed “Little Bastard” Photo: Brad Hammonds 62 years ago today, on Sept. 30, 1955, Hollywood hearthrob James Dean was killed in a car accident. He was 24 years old. Controversy has swirled around his death ever since and most notably, the car itself. Dean was driving his…
Hyundai unveiled its new Palisade SUV at the Los Angeles Auto Show last night. With room for eight passengers, the three-row Palisade will be the automaker’s largest vehicle. “The new 2020 Hyundai Palisade clearly evokes design imagery worthy of Hyundai’s flagship SUV, with new levels of all-road, all-weather capability, technology, safety, roominess, and efficiency, all…
Stop me if you’ve heard this one before: The Ford F-150 is the winner of the Kelley Blue Book Best Buy award. Thing is, you have heard this one before, because this is now seven straight years that the truck has pulled down the award from KBB. Ford’s Toughest Yet: All-new 2021 F-150 offers 14,000…
The 2018 Toyota Camry enters its eighth generation and 35th model year with a bang. Long hailed as the “safe but boring” pick of the mid-size sedan segment, much as vanilla is to ice cream, the Toyota Camry has looked to remake itself into something a little more dynamic without losing its family-friendly appeal. As…
The 2015 Chevrolet Cruze was revealed today ahead of the 2014 New York Auto Show. After weeks and months of speculation, the spotlight has at last been shed on the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze, which was unveiled today ahead of its physical debut at this week’s New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). It turns out that…
Welcome to Toyota’s assembly plant in Georgetown, Kentucky Georgetown, Kentucky is home to the country’s largest Toyota manufacturing facility. Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky, Inc.–known as TMMK and built in 1988–constructs 2,000 vehicles and engines daily in its 7.5 million square foot facility. And as a guest of TMMK, you have the opportunity to view production. Address: 1001 Cherry Blossom…
As a luxury vehicle in the compact SUV segment, the recently-debuted Buick Envision is a solid contender. With driver-assist technologies, a stellar Infotainment system, and safety features like Teen Driver and OnStar®, the Envision is a well-rounded vehicle. Celebrity Rides: Which stars drive your favorite Chevys? [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2018 Buick…
Photo: GMC In a bid to prove that literally every vehicle is cooler with treads, GMC showed off its 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 All Mountain concept at the Calgary Stampede. Customize Your Ride: Official GMC accessories Like its production-model inspiration, the All Mountain boasts a 6.2-liter V8 that delivers a hearty 240 horsepower and…
Death Race 2050, the reboot of Roger Corman’s cult classic Death Race 2000, hits Blu-ray and VOD this Tuesday. Starring Malcom McDowell (A Clockwork Orange), Manu Bennett (Arrow), Marci Miller (Days of Our Lives), and Yancy Butler (Witchblade), Death Race 2050 modernizes the original’s premise of a dystopian future where the highest form of entertainment…
Photo: Chevrolet It’s common knowledge that the Chevy Silverado is one of the top trucks in America. But have you ever wondered how that breaks down by the type of buyer? Well, according to some historical data, Chevy is happy to announce that the Silverado is the bestselling pickup among Hispanic buyers for the 10th…
Porsche may have gone all-in on electric with the Taycan, but the… The 911 is Porsche’s most famous car, and of the many, many… Contrary to previous reports, the next Porsche 911 GT3 has been confirmed… Upon hearing that Porsche will not build flat-four engines for the new… Today marks the second press day of…
In the automotive world, you know a car is truly hip when it’s sold with fun color schemes. To make sure that all prospective buyers know just how trendy the Nissan Kicks is, Nissan will be offering it with not just diverse color options and an available two-tone paint job, but also with accessories from…
Ford’s President of Europe, Middle East, and Africa, Jim Farley, seems to think that his company can do more to get as much juice as possible out of its RS and ST performance badges while simultaneously building up its luxury-minded Vignale sub-badge. Speaking with Motor Trend, Farley looks to Daimler’s work in building the AMG brand…
Photo: FCA Jeep can trace its legendary history back to the battlefields of World War II — and the automaker isn’t content to rest on its laurels when it comes to living up to that battle-tested legacy. The automaker has forged the new Jeep Gladiator into a light tactical concept vehicle called the Jeep Gladiator…
Photo: Basheer Tome | Flickr It’s no secret that the automotive industry is rapidly shifting toward electrified powertrains, but some manufacturers — in particular, those selling luxury sports cars to rich enthusiasts — have provided a safe haven for drivers seeking old-fashioned, high-performance internal combustion engines. But that may not be the case for much…
As the biggest action star in the world and sexiest man alive,… Universal Studios Florida is considered to be one of the premier family… Genre: Action Director: F. Gary Gray Producers: Neil H. Moritz,… The Fate of the Furious will premiere in just a… World-renowned sexy-man and innovator of The People’s…
Photo: GM If you have a colleague or two who live close to you and have the same work hours of you, a carpool is a good way to cut down on traffic while getting to know your workmates better. Carpools are cost-effective (because you split the cost of gas) and efficient (because you’re releasing…
The first mass-produced 4×4 pickup truck, the Ram Power Wagon, hits a… The Best Midsize Off-Road truck of the year and the Best Heavy… The 2021 Ram ProMaster made its debut at National Truck Equipment Association’s… FCA is bringing a variety of interactive experiences and displays to the… FCA is kicking off the 2020 Drive…
The brand’s flagship sedan continues to draw Nissan fans with its impressive three-punch combo of strong performance, luscious interior, and superb safety. Outfitted with the latest perks and protective technology, this model should provide a comfortable haven for commuting your children to and from sports practices as well as embarking on family vacations. The 2018 Nissan…
How to Talk Your Teenager about Drunk Driving Photo: West Midlands Police Just like so many other topics, finding the right way to talk with your teen about drunk driving can be uncomfortable and difficult. Parents are the key to keeping teen drivers safe, so make sure you are open with your children and let…
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