Goofy Road Trip Movies: Hit & Run Review

Charlie Bronson (Dax Shepard) likes to show off his manhood: a 1967 Lincoln Continental. Photo: Open Road Films Care to take a glamorous, yet ultimately uneventful and disappointing road trip through the empty country roads of California? Then hop aboard the movie that promises action and comedy, yet fails to deliver on both: 2012’s quickly-forgotten…

The Nissan Zero Emission Ambulance Helps Tokyo Go Green

Photo: Nissan Tokyo is among the largest and most high-tech cities in the world, and now, the Japanese metropolis is seeking ways to become more sustainable. As part of the push towards a zero-emission Tokyo, the city’s fire department has added a new vehicle to its fleet — the Nissan NV400 Zero Emission Ambulance. Need…

[Photos] Chevrolet Unveils Colorado ZR2 AEV Concept and ZR2 Race Development Truck

Chevrolet unveiled a pair of powerful concepts earlier this month at the 2017 SEMA Show: its Colorado ZR2 AEV concept and Colorado ZR2 Race Development Truck. “Colorado has reignited the midsize segment with class-exclusive features and performance,” said Jim Campbell, US vice president, Truck Strategy, Performance Vehicles, and Motorsports. “Some customers want even greater capability, and…

What Would They Drive: Inside Out

The Inside Out team at the console Photo: Disney•Pixar The latest animated offering from the minds at Pixar, Inside Out, opens this weekend, and I was very excited to see it at the “Insider Access to Inside Out” event. An incredibly original movie in this summer’s ocean of sequels and reboots, the film explores how…

Is it Safe to Buy My Teenager a Sports Car?

Statistics reveal that the fatality rate among teenagers is mainly caused by motor vehicle accidents. As such, when parents are buying a car for their 18-year-old son or daughter, they must ensure that it’s a reliable and safe vehicle. Although a teen driver may want something cool and flashy, parents are required to think at…

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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Groupe Renault are two of the world’s largest automakers. A new proposal from FCA would result in an even larger automotive company. Yesterday, FCA submitted a proposal for a merger with Renault. The result would be the third-largest automaker in the world. It’s SUV Season: Why are SUVs so popular now?…

Special Hot Wheels Trophy Commemorates 100th Indianapolis 500 in an Epic Way

This custom Hot Wheels trophy looks good from every angle Photo: Mattel As Memorial Day weekend approaches, IndyCar fans are eagerly preparing for the big race in Indiana. This year’s Indianapolis 500 marks the 100th anniversary of the famed race, which carries a legacy of unforgettable performances on the track. This monotonous event, being presented by PennGrade…

All-Star MVP Eric Hosmer Chooses Chevy Colorado Over Camaro, Expresses Immediate Buyer's Remorse

All-Star MVP Eric Hosmer chooses the Chevy Colorado Midnight Edition at the postgame ceremonies in San Diego Baseball fans saw something truly shocking during last night’s 2016 MLB All-Star Game: someone other than Mike Trout won the MVP award! Instead, Kansas City Royals’ first baseman Eric Hosmer took home the trophy, along with a brand…

GM's CAMI Assembly Plant the Latest to Receive WHC Conservation Certification

GM’s CAMI Plant is the latest of its facilities to go green General Motors is currently working to achieve conservation certification from the Wildlife Habitat Council at all of its manufacturing sites by 2020. The automaker recently announced the latest step toward that goal. The CAMI Assembly Plant in Canada recently receive the Gold Program…

2020 Mazda CX-30 Overview

The Mazda CX-30 is a sporty new crossover that slots between the Mazda CX-3 and the Mazda CX-5. This new model makes a name for itself with unique styling, plenty of space, and a wealth of safety technology. Available Now: The 2020 Mazda CX-30 Exterior On the outside, the 2020 Mazda CX-30 makes a bold…

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A trademark filing with the United States Patent and Trademark Office suggests that Ford Motor Company could be bringing back one of its most iconic nameplates. No, not the Pinto. Not the Aspire, either. We’re talking about the Ford Thunderbird Another Ford Icon: New F-150 tops its class in towing, payload once more Earlier this…

Wards Calls PowerBoost the Top 2021 F-150 Engine

Don’t worry — the 2021 Ford F-150 PowerBoost can tow your boat, Thad Photo: Ford If you’re looking to the 2021 Ford F-150 for an entrant on the annual Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems list, you ain’t gonna be short of options. Of those choices, Wards has tapped the all-new 3.5-liter PowerBoost Full…

Rocket League Goes Jurassic With New Car Pack

Rocket League, the rocket-powered car soccer video game—yes, it is as crazy as it sounds—is releasing a new paid downloadable content pack (DLC) inspired by the upcoming Jurassic World film, which will include the franchise’s beloved Jeep Wrangler. This is not the first time the video game adds a popular film-inspired vehicle to its game…

2018 Cadillac CT6 Overview

The Cadillac CT6 is commonly regarded as the luxury brand’s flagship sedan. Therefore, if Cadillac wanted to test out an innovative new feature in one of its vehicles, it would make sense to choose the CT6. For the 2018 model year, Cadillac is adding its semi-autonomous Super Cruise technology to several of the CT6 Sedan’s…

Honda and Acura Sales Both Down in November

The 2016 Honda Pilot was one of the automaker’s few bright spots in November American Honda Motor Co. had a disappointing November, with sales of 115,441 Honda and Acura vehicles representing a 5.2% decrease in sales when compared to the company’s record-setting November 2014. Fortunately, the Happy Honda Days of December should help the Honda…

Does Car Technology Make Roads More Dangerous?

Photo: The News Wheel With all of the new technology available in cars these days, the dream of the perfect road trip is more advanced than ever. Beyond hitting the road with the windows down and music playing, dashboard GPS systems and hands-free calling technology means you’ll likely never get lost or lonely.  Unfortunately, some…

Lexus Takes You on a World Tour with “Journeys in Taste” and “Culinary Perspectives”

Photo: Lexus Lexus and the luxury travel magazine Conde Nast International have teamed up to present a documentary series entitled “Journeys in Taste,” as well as a line of e-cookbooks entitled “Culinary Perspectives.” Now in its second season, these media projects are a veritable whirlwind tour of world culinary traditions, featuring the creations of Lexus-loving…

2019 GMC Sierra Limited Overview

If you’re in the market for a new light-duty pickup, the 2019 GMC Sierra Limited is a rewarding choice. Noteworthy brawn pairs with purposeful features and a comfortable interior equipped with modern technology. Simplify hauling and towing tasks when you choose this capable pickup truck. The 2019 GMC Sierra Limited is available at two trim…

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Sixth-Gen Chevy Camaro Debuts in China

The all-new, sixth-generation Chevy Camaro has already had a big impact in its native country, but today the American muscle car finally had its Chinese debut at an event in Shanghai. The six-gen Camaro had its world debut at Detroit’s Belle Isle Park in May of last year. Yet it wasn’t until today—nearly a full 16…

Toyota Donates to Historically Black College and Universities

The recipients of 2015’s donation gather to receive their checks Each year, the US celebrates the birthday of civil rights activist Martin Luther King with a federal holiday on the third Monday in January. Nearly 50 years have passed since King’s assassination, but his message remains important. Last year, Toyota Financial Services began donating to…

Team Fordzilla P1 is the Ultimate Virtual Car

Photo: Ford The Team Fordzilla P1 is what you get when gamers are asked to build a racing car. An absolutely bonkers, virtual-for-now concept that, if it were real, would probably smoke anything with four wheels on a race track. Ford will make a real-life scale model before the end of 2020, but unfortunately, it…

3 Best GMC Models for College Freshmen

Photo: GMC GMC has versatile options to suit your transportation preferences and needs as you head off to college for the first time this fall. Here are our top three picks to lease or buy as you begin your undergrad adventure. Terrific Terrain: Discover the strengths of the 2020 GMC Terrain Terrain Photo: GMC The…

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Check Out the Updates Coming to Medium-Duty Silverado Trucks

Photo: Chevrolet A wealth of updates are coming to Chevrolet’s lineup of medium-duty Silverado commercial fleet trucks. Here’s a look at how these versatile and capable trucks have been updated to better serve drivers. Get the Job Done Right: Shop for Chevy work trucks Increased power and capability Photo: Chevrolet The Chevrolet Silverado medium-duty lineup…

Dodge “Wisdom” Commercial Takes Top Prize in Nielsen Global Automotive Advertising Awards

Don’t let her sweet appearance fool you—this woman is a badass There are few commercials out in the automotive world that are as memorable—and inspiring—as Dodge’s 2015 “Wisdom” Super Bowl commercial. This 60-second television spot features a group of 100-year-olds spouting straight-forward wisdom that they believe all people should follow. Dodge’s commercial was so beloved…

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To celebrate the one-year anniversary of the launch of its luxury subscription service, Mercedes-Benz has expanded Mercedes-Benz Collection to Atlanta, where the brand’s headquarters is located. The high-end service was previously only available in Nashville and Philadelphia, offering subscribers the opportunity to drive in style for an allotted time period. Thinking of Buying? Learn about…

NissanConnect Infotainment Features in 2014 Nissan Rogue

2014 Nissan Rogue with all-new NissanConnect Infotainment Features We as a society have come to expect a few things as we’ve rolled along into the 21st century: readily available coffee every morning, the ability to coordinate our wardrobe to whatever phase we should find ourselves in (we here at The News Wheel are both currently…

Police Make Easiest Drug Arrest Ever Using Craigslist

Rhamses Silva, easist drug arrest ever Ladies and Gentlemen, here we have it: the world’s easiest drug arrest. Undercover police arrested a Miami man who was offering “medicinal high grade top shelf” marijuana for sale on Craigslist (the extra qualifications help ensure authenticity). We like to imagine two police officers sitting around a computer and…

2017 Jeep Cherokee Overview

The modern Jeep Cherokee barely resembles the earliest incarnations of the vehicle, at least appearance-wise. Nevertheless, the Cherokee has remained one of Jeep’s most popular models, thanks to its performance both on- and off-road. None of that has changed with the introduction the 2017 Jeep Cherokee. While perhaps not a popular as its larger cousin the…

2017 Chevrolet SS Overview

For 2017, “SS” stands for swan song, as this will be the last year that the 2017 Chevrolet SS is available for purchase. With General Motors shutting down production of all Australian-specific vehicles, the Holden Commodore, which the Chevrolet SS is based upon, will become discontinued, thus spelling an end of Chevy’s sports sedan stateside. Still,…

2016 GMC Acadia Overview

2016 GMC Acadia SLT Photo: © General Motors The 2016 GMC Acadia is a comfortable and stylish SUV that is the ideal choice for families and individuals. With seating for seven or eight and standard OnStar 4G LTE with built-in Wi-Fi, few new vehicles are better suited for transporting children to and fro. With a…

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2018 Buick Regal GS Overview

Focused on performance, the 2018 Buick Regal GS shows off 310 horsepower in an elongated, sporty frame. Designed to be a range-topping Sportback model, you can cruise in style with this luxury sedan. The 2018 Buick Regal GS is available in one trim. [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2018 Buick Regal GS? While Buick markets…