As a sporty, luxurious coupe, the 2018 Cadillac ATS Coupe offers luxury inside and out. With advanced technology features, premium materials, and a whole host of safety features, drivers get the all-around experience behind the wheel of this Cadillac. The ATS Coupe lives up to its manufacturer’s name, adding up to 335 horsepower of stellar…
Photo: Mazda Mazda vehicles are famous for their sleek, sculpted styling — and thanks to a new special edition, your next Mazda is sure to turn heads wherever you drive. The automaker’s 2021 lineup includes Carbon Edition models of the Mazda6, Mazda CX-9, and the Mazda CX-5. Here’s a look at the exclusive styling cues…
After more than three decades of being held on Thanksgiving weekend, the… The Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, is a… If you’re currently making plans to hit the road for the holidays,… Especially now that winter weather has officially arrived to most areas of… Believe it or not, we are officially…
The 2019 Hyundai Kona The 2019 Hyundai Kona and Hyundai Kona Electric crossovers have been piling up the awards lately — the most recent of which is the 2019 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year honor. It’s the first time a Hyundai vehicle has won the award. “We couldn’t be more proud of our…
The new 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric compact crossover will arrive with an outstanding range of 258 miles — but it might be a little hard to find in most of the United States. Hyundai says the Kona Electric will be available in the U.S. at the beginning of next year, but only in California at…
If you’ve been eager to learn more about the 2019 Ford Ranger — whether it’s how much you can expect to pay or all the stuff you can add (like engine block heaters!) — you’re in luck. The 2019 Ford Ranger configurator has launched, and it gives up all the goods you could ever wanna…
Very few movies from the last few decades have had the lasting… From the sporty Mustang to the distinguished Crown Victoria, Ford vehicles have… Remember that classic moment in Jurassic Park when the T-Rex is chasing… Rocket League, the rocket-powered car soccer video game—yes, it is as crazy… One of the most famous sequences featured…
Main characters George and Alicia share a quiet moment in the midst of traffic within a phone booth. Photo: IFC Films One of our favorite aspects of our summer road trip film series (apart from getting to discuss cars) is discovering and drawing attention to lesser-known independent films, such as this smart and quirky independent feature…
Many people have already designed their ideal zombie-fighting vehicle, but have you considered what you would drive to survive a dinosaur attack? One of this year’s biggest anticipated blockbusters has a suggestion for you. According to Jurassic World, the best way to escape from the claws of rampaging reptiles is to drive a Mercedes-Benz. Based…
Waymo’s driverless ride-hailing service, a world’s first, and its partnership with FCA is going strong. In 2016, the automaker supplied 100 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivans to the company and upped the ante to 500 in 2017. For 2018, the number of supplied Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivans will register in the thousands. “With the world’s first…
Photo: GMC Three hundred and fifty miles of all-electric driving range. One thousand horsepower. Super Cruise hands-free driving. An 18-camera surround-view system. “CrabWalk” tech that lets you travel diagonally across rocky terrain. With futuristic specs and features like these, the 2022 GMC Hummer EV certainly isn’t your average pickup truck or electric vehicle. And it…
Forza Horizon 4 recently added the 1973 Mazda RX-3 and the 1972… The 2020 Mazda CX-3 streamlines the car-buying process by offering just one,… If you’re looking for a fun, fresh, stylish commuter vehicle, Mazda has… Mazda recently reached its 100th anniversary, and to celebrate, the Japanese automaker… Mazda’s latest sporty crossover, the Mazda CX-30,…
The New 2015 Honda Fit The 2015 Honda Fit has earned a Top Safety Pick from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, tying it with the 2014 Chevy Spark for the highest rated vehicle in its class. Both cars scored a highest possible “Good” rating on the head restraints and seats, roof strength, side, and…
Double-teardrop roundabouts in Carmel, Indiana, have not only helped the city earn… As novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, continues to sweep the country, finding and… Just a few months ago, the idea of gas costing less than… One of the many ways that General Motors is working toward the… Later this evening, when you would usually…
The Ford Fusion is a versatile mid-size sedan perfect for your daily… The Ford Fiesta is a petite model with a lot to offer.… The Ford Expedition is a well-known nameplate in the three-row SUV segment.… An all-new addition to Ford‘s lineup, the EcoSport shows off a unique… Designed as a seven-passenger vehicle, the Ford…
Brock Lesnar and “Stone Cold” Steve Austin talk about the former’s pickup truck, among other things Photo: WWE Network This past Monday night, wrestling fans tuned into the WWE Network after another eventful (read: the complete opposite of eventful) episode of Raw to see “Stone Cold” Steve Austin sit down for a one-on-one interview with…
Celebrating 25 years of the BMW 8 Series The BMW 8 Series was first introduced to the world 25 years ago and was last produced 10 years later, but for the fans, no amount of time can begin to erase its memory and legacy. Last week on June 3, the international BMW 8 Series community…
Hey, guys! Look out! There’s a rant a-comin’ this way! This morning, it was brought to my attention that something of an uproar emerged over the weekend as the result of a commercial for the 2014 Chevy Silverado High Country. The ad, which aired during Sunday’s NFL playoff games, drew the ire of at least…
The crossover segment is a competitive one, but Dodge has a crossover model that easily stands out. The 2016 Dodge Journey is shaking things up in its segment as the most versatile model yet, offering consumers the choice of four- or six-cylinder engines, five- or seven-passenger seating, and front- or all-wheel drive. With so many…
The 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee 75th Anniversary Edition was named the Nortwest Outdoor Activity Vehicle of the Year When it comes to getting down and dirty, few car brands do it better than Jeep and Ram. The two American carmakers recently walked away from the 22nd Annual Northwest Automotive Press Association (NWAPA) Mudfest with awards…
Dashing, brave, useful, strong, hardy exterior with an upscale interior… What more could you ask for in an American-made truck? If you value the sturdy, trustworthy qualities of the 2500HD model, but crave a more robust ride that makes the heaviest of hauls a breeze, then the 3500HD should suit. With individualized options both inside and out,…
What’s the best kind of giveaway? A two-for-one. That’s what you get with AmericanMuscle’s 10th Anniversary Giveaway, which gives you the chance to win not just a 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor, but also an 850+-horsepower 2015 Ford Mustang. What’s even better about this contest: you can enter once a week every week between now and…
2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV Photo: Chevrolet An electric vehicle isn’t worth much if it doesn’t cover a lot of miles. You don’t want to substitute frequent stops at the gas station for an EV you have to constantly carve out time to charge. The 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV boasts one of the longest ranges, according…
The 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD continues the previous year’s legacy of durability and strength that you can rely on. With comfortable upholstery, versatile storage options, and a plethora of cabin and truck bed size configurations, the new Silverado 2500HD holds its own in the heavy duty truck category. Discover the features you can expect to see on this…
Pictured: The 1995 Mazda RX-7… because that’s all we’ll probably see of a rotary engine for a long time Six months ago we received word from Motor Authority that Mazda was planning on reviving two rotary sports cars by 2020: the RX-7 and the RX-9. It wasn’t the first time we heard that rumor, and with the same…
Photo: Ford Motor Company It may be called Vanity Fair, but thanks to a bogus headline that momentarily titillated the fancies of wealthy car enthusiasts, you’d be just as right to call it Vanity (Un)Fair today. Heh. Thanks, I’ll be here all week. The reason for the absolutely atrocious joke you just read has to…
2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid On the bumper of its award as “Best Minivan” from the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC), the Chrysler Pacifica has driven away with another award from the AJAC — the “2018 Canadian Utility Vehicle of the Year.” Approximately 100 automotive experts weighed in on the decision, and this year, previous…
First featured in the 2001 film The Fast and the Furious, the car is probably best known for making a Ferrari driver look like a punk Dodge models have been featured in the “Fast & Furious” franchise since the first movie was released. To support the release of the ninth film, “F9,” Dodge has launched…
Calling all Dodge enthusiasts: the Dodge Brand, along with Richard Rawlings (the owner of Gas Monkey Garage) and Mötley Crüe, are hosting a massive party, including a car show and concert, for drivers of Chargers, Challengers, and Vipers. The event, called Dodge Rocks Gas Monkey, will be held on November 1st at Gas Monkey Live,…
It’s shaping up to be the most wonderful time or at least the most awarded time of year for Chrysler. The 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid has been recently recognized as the “Best” by two different media outlets. Additionally, the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica earned a “Best” nod as well. Check Out: 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Green Car…
2018 Chrysler Pacifica Although the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica is no stranger to awards, honors, and notable mentions (it’s the most titled minivan in 2016 and 2017), the double nod from the editors of Consumer Guide® Automotive, is twice as sweet because it’s the second year in a row that the Chrysler Pacifica is taking home…
The Shelby GT500 is a major reason why the Mustang was the best-selling sports car in 2019 Photo: Ford Death, taxes, the Ford Mustang outselling every other sports coupe on planet Earth. As certain as the rising sun (though these days, maybe it’s not so safe to take something like that for granted), the Ford…
We couldn’t imagine a more noble purpose for the Chevy Spark than delivering Domino’s pizza to hungry Americans Photo: skeeze via Pixabay If you’re a fan of pizza (we definitely are here at The News Wheel), summer is the perfect time to celebrate Domino’s key role in the U.S. pizza industry. Pay homage to this…
Toyota set a new production record in North America in 2016, building 2,124,608 vehicles throughout the year, up 4.4% compared to 2015. That represents an increase of nearly 100,000 vehicles, which Toyota says was aided along by low fuel prices, the continued stability of the economy, and ever-rising demand for SUVs and trucks. Since 1986,…
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe will make its debut at the Detroit Auto Show The newest addition to the Mercedes-Benz family is the stylish 2018 E-Class Coupe, which joins the E-Class Sedan and All Terrain model that were introduced earlier this year. “With its clear, aesthetic lines, our new E‑Class Coupé appeals equally to heart…
From Lincoln to Ford, the United States automotive industry has been greatly affected by the Presidents of the United States. Pardon the pun. However, cars have also had a profound impact on the presidents themselves. As the most powerful person in the country, the President of the United States needs a powerful set of wheels…
When the Chrysler Pacifica minivan was first introduced to the automotive market last year, it instantly became a smash hit for the Chrysler brand. That hasn’t changed for the 2018 model year, as the Pacifica remains one of the most popular models in the minivan segment. For its sophomore outing, the Chrysler Pacifica is introducing some new trims…
2017 Chevrolet Camaro in Electric Green at 2017 Chicago Auto Show Photo: The News Wheel Ready to turn in your old car for a newer model? Now is the best time to upgrade your ride because the value of used cars is at an all-time high. You’re bound to get top dollar on your trade-in…
Chevrolet Blazer EV Photo: Chevrolet The Chevrolet Blazer EV and the Chevrolet Equinox EV are both some of the latest family-friendly Chevy models to hit the market. Both offer everyday versatility and eco-friendly performance, but these two SUVs have their share of differences. Here’s a look at how they differ. Ready to Go Electric? Learn…
Hey there, Mustang drivers. If you’ve ever wanted to check out the… Owning a sports car is a right of passage for many car… The Ford Mustang is unstoppable and undeniable on the road. With its… Hello, and welcome to In the Rearview, where I bring you the… If you’re a casual baseball fan, you’re…
The 2019 Buick Envision offers style, luxury, versatility, and for the month… Buick’s lineup is dominated by big, handsome cars and roomy SUVs; segments… Two small Buick SUVs are really big on safety, according to U.S.… If you’re looking for a new Buick model with plenty of… The updated 2019 Buick Envision features updated…
The Cadillac Motor Car Division of General Motors was founded all the way back in 1902 and over the years the luxury automaker has introduced a number of exciting concept vehicles. In the 1950s, the company introduced the Cadillac Le Mans and the Cadillac Cyclone. Both of these concept cars were designed by the legendary…
The Lincoln Navigator Concept revealed at the 2016 New York International Auto Show If you had to consult a certain pumpkin-colored presidential candidate to get his single-word take on the new Lincoln Navigator Concept, you’d get this response: YUGE. Lincoln revealed its Navigator Concept this week at the 2016 New York International Auto Show, and…
Jaguar Land Rover has announced that all production of its Land Rover… Autonomous driving technology is still a long way from mainstream production, but… In a previously published article, we discussed vehicles that derive their names… Building high-performance luxury SUVs is no longer enough: we have now reached… For most, the idea of sitting behind…
It seems like every big movie or television franchise has a Lego set nowadays. Lego Avengers, Lego Jurassic Park, Lego Ninja Turtles. We can probably expect a Lego Fifty Shades of Grey soon! With so many Lego sets throughout the years, plenty of famous cars have gotten the Lego treatment. But which ones received the best…
: LePhantomessa Just as cars are essential to our real lives, they are important for fictional characters as well. Whether they are symbols or simply a setting for a scene, these vehicles act as plot devices that drive musicals forward. In this series, we’ll take a look at some live and movie musicals where cars…
The 2017 Lincoln MKT is a full-size luxury SUV that offers all the room you could need for up to seven passengers and the performance to have fun while doing it. Its exterior design is polarizing, but the interior is impeccable and standard equipment abounds. In fact, thanks to that last characteristic and to its…
Set in the late 70s through the 80s, American Made stars Tom Cruise playing the role of historical figure Barry Seal, a commercial pilot who pursued a double-career as a drug smuggler for Pablo Escobar’s Medellín Cartel and CIA informant who flew on reconnaissance missions over Central America for the ‘Murican goal of “fighting the…
Ludacris and Conan O’Brien, together at last Rapper, actor, and avid bowler Ludacris stopped by Conan recently to promote the release of Furious 7 and his new album Ludaversal. During the interview, the topic of Luda’s beloved 1993 Acura Legend—which is prominently featured on the cover of Ludaversal—came up. Safe Driving: Tips on How to Change…
Photo: ehsanahmadnejad via Pixabay License One of the best things about video games is their ability to transport you to another time and place while giving you a way to interact with a world you’ll never experience in person. In many cases, this idea translates to driving. When handled properly, this mechanic can be enormously…
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