The 2019 Honda Odyssey is finally on sale and will start at $31,065 including the destination and handling charge, representing just a $100 increase over last year’s base price, though the family-friendly minivan is largely unchanged. Under the hood is the same trust 3.5-liter V6 producing 280 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque, which uses…
Joe Santagato is famous across multiple Internet platforms for his rants, story, and other humorous videos. His most recent story dives into what can only be described as an eventful experience in the back seat of an Uber. Santagato describes himself as a frequent Uber rider; “I’ve taken tons of Ubers and I’ve never had a problem,…
Re-released Land Cruiser 70 Thirty years ago, Toyota released what would become one of Japan’s all-time favorite models: the Land Cruiser 70. Sales of the original Land Cruiser 70 lasted for 20 years, finally ending back in 2004. Now, to celebrate the 30th anniversary of this classic vehicle, Toyota is re-releasing the model in its…
Photo: Hyundai Built to maneuver nimbly on busy streets and fit easily into tight city spaces, the 2020 Venue is the newest SUV in the Hyundai lineup. The Venue makes the most of its subcompact size, standing out with a confident exterior style, a versatile and comfortable interior, and plenty of tech for safe and…
Late last month, Lincoln held a party in a California mall storefront on Newport Beach. There was jazz music, finger foods, and conversation. This event was pretty low-key, but it signified a slight shift in Lincoln’s strategy to woo West Coast customers, for that storefront wasn’t a new dealership or a pop-up shop. Rather, it…
While women account for half of all cars sold or leased, they are only adopting EVs like the Nissan LEAF at a 30 percent-or-less clip According to a report compiled by the UC Davis Institute of Transportation Studies based open studies of early adopters of vehicles like the Nissan LEAF, women and men are different…
Photo: pxfuel via DCMA Media isn’t just a way to pass the time; it can also be a tool for self-reflection and a way to address the harsh truths of life. The same can be said of driving. One of my favorite movies of all time, “Synecdoche New York,” exemplifies this idea in a near-perfect…
2021 Ram 1500 Limited Night Photo: FCA The Ram 1500 has earned the title of Best Full-size Pickup in Canada for 2021 from the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada. The award is part of the AJAC’s Car of the Year awards. The award-winning light-duty truck took home the prize for several reasons including its versatility,…
Serena Williams and Joy Falotico chat during the HeyMama Summit Photo: Lincoln There aren’t many women on Earth more successful at what they do than Serena Williams. Williams discussed how she balances being the best tennis player ever and being an all-world mom with Lincoln Motor Company President Joy Falotico during a fireside chat at…
Photo: Mazda We all know that 2020 wasn’t the best year for the auto industry — or much of anything else, really. Despite that, Mazda North American Operations managed to achieve a year-over-year sales increase, and better December sales figures compared to 2019. Here’s what else the automaker achieved. There’s a Reason for Strong Sales:…
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan The 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the perfect first luxury car for someone looking to break into the segment. While not Mercedes’ most expensive option, it still packs a lot of elegance into its much more affordable package. You can drive the all-new 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class as a sedan only; the…
Despite its new name, the 2014 Infiniti QX60 is not a new model. Its exterior is almost identical to last year’s JX35, which is far from a bad thing. The 2014 QX60 delivers the sleek styling necessary to be competitive in the luxury class of SUVs, while standard 18-inch wheels and LED taillights create a…
2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon The 2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon won the honor of Best Truck at the “Topless in Miami Presented by Haartz” convertible and panoramic sunroof competition. This is the ninth annual year that members of the Southern Automotive Media Association determined the winning vehicles. Learn More: How to pack light on a road…
Volkswagen has introduced the 2018 Atlas with a nifty slogan: “this size fits all.” While the full-size SUV provides drivers with 96.8 cubic feet of storage space and seating for up to seven people, the new Atlas is an extremely versatile SUV. With a V6 engine and a 5,000-pound towing capacity, it’s there to help you…
Volkswagen makes well-engineered, robust vehicles, and the Tiguan crossover is no exception. Sharing the same platform as the VW Golf, this two-row seater is celebrating its 10-year production anniversary with a new generation–in Europe, at least. Sporting some much-needed updates to remain competitive in the global market, the latest Tiguan is a fine entry in the VW lineup…
Nissan Qashqai The Nissan Qashqai is a compact crossover that bears a strong resemblance to the Nissan Rogue, but it is actually smaller. The model, built at Nissan’s Sunderland Plant in the UK, and is one of the automaker’s bestselling models in Europe. Come January, the Qashqai will reportedly set its sights on a new market: the…
The mid-size SUV field is pretty crowded, and the 2016 BMW X5 does what it can to stand out from the crowd. Critics and drivers agree that it is a good blend of performance and luxury for a crossover. The 2016 BMW X5 is available in four trim levels: The sDrive35i, xDrive35i, xDrive35d, and xDrive50i….
A son and father bond behind the wheel in this short film project Editor’s Note: When The News Wheel first ran this story on June 19, the article reported that Director Wosskow worked on the film alongside BMW. However, Wosskow only presented the film to BMW, with no direct collaboration with the automaker. The article…
It seems that the only thing that Nissan enjoys more than ambiguously teasing vehicles is revealing them. So, it was with great relish that Nissan revealed the offhandedly-mentioned Cummins® Project TITAN XD at the SEMA show: Project Triple Nickel (the name is a reference to the stock truck’s 555 lb-ft of torque). Triple Nickel is…
Ford last week announced that it is joining Uber and Lyft in committing to the use of SharedStreets, a data platform that will allow the companies to better work with cities in the effort of improving urban mobility. The announcement was made on Sept. 26 by Jim Hackett, CEO of Ford Motor Company; Dara Khosrowshahi, CEO of Uber; and John Zimmer, co-founder and…
In 1965, children’s park Kodomo no Kuni opened near Tokyo. Nissan donated 100 tiny cars to the park to commemorate the occasion. That car was the Datsun Baby, and Nissan has restored one of them and placed it on display at its global headquarters in Yokohama. The park actually had an automobile driving course for…
Photo: Kia Buying a used car can be a total hassle. Some pre-owned lots (or just everyday people) can give you the runaround and you end up being completely frustrated when all is said and done. Many automakers have Certified Pre-Owned programs that ensure customers receive quality vehicles with absolute peace of mind. Kia’s CPO…
Photo: Atlas Green The New York Times called Juan Villarino “The World’s Best Hitchiker.” His story is unlike any other, traveling more than 100,000 miles in the passenger’s seat of strangers’ cars. Villarino hitchhikes his way around the globe, quite literally, as he has hitchhiked through 90 countries over the 14 months. His day begins bright and early,…
The ever-steady Ford Transit is used by businesses and fleet operators the world over, and it’s continuing to catch on with more and more new customers by the year. Recently, DUBZ, the Dubai-based baggage transportation company, selected the Ford Transit as the backbone for a new check-in service that allows for easier check-ins. New from…
Ford President of Automotive Joe Hinrichs was named a 2019 Automotive News All Star this month Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company President of Automotive Joe Hinrichs was named a 2019 Automotive News All Star earlier this month, earning recognition for, among other things, his role in Ford’s ongoing global lineup revamp. As the…
Photo: Nissan The Nissan Pavilion is an eco-friendly new attraction in Yokohama. From the moment you park, you’re greeted by its forward-thinking ideas. Instead of paying for parking with pocket change, this innovative attraction lets you pay for your parking with electricity from your vehicle’s battery pack. Here’s a look at the program, and the…
This year, Honda is using its Super Bowl commercial to honor the 20th anniversary of its bestselling CR-V. And to celebrate two decades of the popular SUV, the automaker has created a clever ad that spotlights some of the world’s biggest stars, as they looked before they were stars. Here’s the one-minute ad, titled “Yearbooks,”…
The 2016 Honda Civic sedan Edmunds.com and Parents magazine have once again joined forces to create a 10 Best Family Cars list for 2016, which honors family-friendly vehicles that excel in the areas of safety, convenience features, performance, design and value. Honda made two appearances on this year’s list, thanks to the completely redesigned 2016…
Ford revealed earlier this year that an aspect of its $11.1 billion global plan to roll out 16 battery-electric vehicles by 2022 is a Mustang-inspired battery-electric performance SUV that goes by the name Mach 1. With some time before an official reveal and even longer to wait before it becomes a reality, details are quite…
There is no questioning that five-door vehicles are popular once again, both as hatchbacks or wagon vehicles. While the rest of the internet constantly wonders “Will it waffle?”, every introduction of a new or redesigned small car seems to be met with the car press asking “Will it wagon?” At one time, America had the Cadillac…
The 2015 Colorado Z71 Trail Boss Edition debuts at the Cleveland Auto Show Chevrolet fled to the Cleve this past weekend to debut the 2015 Colorado Z71 Trail Boss edition at the 2015 Cleveland Auto Show. Combining the Colorado Z71’s off-road truck suspension package with additional appearance enhancements and a new set of tires, the…
Photo: Ford Motor Company Welp, this is how it begins: Ford is having robots work together for common goal, which is now the completion of Ford Fiestas at the automaker’s Cologne, Germany, production facility but will almost certainly evolve into the destruction of the human race. Six Ford collaborative robots — cobots, as it were…
Mary Barra’s Corvette awaiting inspection at the Bowling Green Assembly Plant Photo: CorvetteBlogger.com The Woodward Dream Cruise is a major event on the Detroit calendar, and the big American automakers make sure to attend. They usually bring their flashiest models to show off to an adoring public, and this year was no different with Chevrolet bringing…
Chevrolet Trax advertising has begun ahead of its January 2015 release. ©GM Chevrolet announced that it would be bringing the Trax to the U.S. lineup earlier this year at the New York International Auto Show. While the small SUV won’t officially hit the market until early next year, initial Chevrolet Trax advertising shoots have begun….
2020 Chevrolet Silverado High Country Photo: Chevrolet With so many ways to customize your truck, the Silverado has earned its spot among America’s favorite pickup trucks. Here’s a look at the many trim levels and options available for the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado. The Silverado offers all-wheel drive on all trim levels. The Custom Trail Boss…
Nissan has been promising for a while now that it would have autonomous cars on the road by 2020. When you first hear that announcement, you assume that the automaker means one self-driving model. Well, it turns out that management was thinking more along the lines of ten vehicles. That’s right, in four years Renault-Nissan…
The future Jeep Wrangler lineup will have a diesel option, a hybrid option, and a pickup truck It’s official—the 2017 Jeep Wrangler is going to be amazing. Not that I expected anything else. According to a recent report from Road & Track, the newest Jeep Wrangler lineup will have several more variants to it, including…
The Big Apple in all its Depression-era glory Photo: Richard via CC It’s hard not to think of taxis when thinking about New York City. The yellow cabs are practically synonymous with the Big Apple, and have been a part of the city’s way of life since the early 20th century. However, things haven’t always…
2020 Ram 1500 Laramie Southwest Edition Photo: FCA Truck fans in Texas and neighboring states have a new luxury trim from Ram Trucks to appreciate. The 2020 Ram 1500 Laramie Southwest Edition offers a sophisticated design, ample features, and impressive powertrain options. Award-winning Ride: Ram 1500 captures Green Truck of the Year award “For nearly…
Photo: Pxfuel via CC Earlier this year, I wrote a story about three games with absolutely horrendous driving segments. Among the three titles I highlighted was Ty the Tasmanian Tiger 3: Night of the Quinkan. At the time, I focused on the “Demolition Derby” level, as it was a blight on my childhood. After recently…
Can you spot the invisible man in this photo? He’s there. Trust me… Photo: Bogdan Stepniak via CC It goes without saying that cars and movies go together like chocolate and peanut butter. There have been plenty of films that focus on vehicles and vehicle-related things over the decades. However, even films that don’t focus…
Photo: mauri212 Since the coronavirus pandemic began, Mazda has been finding ways to pitch in. And with an estimated one-sixth of Americans at risk of facing hunger this year, Mazda decided to step up and provide grants to food banks across the country. Here’s a look at how that money will help feed communities. Dedicated…
To celebrate its 30th anniversary, INFINITI’s “Fast Forward” vintage arcade game pays tribute to the halcyon days of arcade gaming in the 1980’s. Photo: INFINITI At the Canadian International Auto Show, INFINITI celebrated 30 years of high-tech, futuristic luxury with a new retro-inspired arcade game, dubbed INFINITI Fast Forward. Ride in Style: Check out the…
K5 sales in November were higher than the Forte, Sportage, and Soul Photo: Kia The all-new Kia K5 seems to be on a similar path as the award-winning Telluride. After debuting only a few months ago, the athletic sedan has caught the attention of many and has now made its way to the top of…
Photo: Subaru If you thought that Subaru’s decision to provide 50 million meals to Feeding America was the end of the automaker’s efforts to combat the families and communities affected by COVID-19, guess again. In an unexpected but characteristically charitable twist, Subaru recently announced that it will sponsor tonight’s Parks and Recreation reunion special, which will also…
Photo: Mazda Since the early days of the pandemic, Mazda has made an effort to support essential workers with the Essential Car Care Program. Now, the automaker is shining a spotlight on a different segment of the population with a special promotion. Through the Mazda Heroes program, 50 lucky hometown heroes will drive away with…
Photo: Mazda Mazda created the Mazda Heroes Program to honor people who’ve gone above and beyond to serve their communities during these uncertain times. Jason Erdreich, a 26-year-old middle school shop teacher, certainly fits the bill. Here’s how this innovative educator made a difference for thousands of people. Designed with Drivers in Mind: Learn all…
Part of what makes a new year exciting is the unexpected — however, Chevrolet has revealed some of its plans for 2018. From Corvettes to Silverados, here’s a glimpse of model reboots and expansions we can look forward to. Curb Appeal: Give your Chevrolet a fresh makeover with these accessories 5 Things Chevy Fans Can Anticipate in 2018 [wptab…
Titan Truckumentary Chapter 6 showcases partnership with Cummins The sixth chapter in Nissan’s clever Titan Truckumentary focuses on the relationship forged between Nissan and the engine manufacturer, Cummins. Cummins, of course, created the engine that motivates the 2016 Titan XD, so it was only fitting that Nissan’s documentary on the all-new pickup feature the manufacturer…
Last year, Ford celebrated the 50th anniversary of the legendary Mustang. A year later, the first name in pony cars is a year older and a year stronger—through the first quarter of 2015, the new sixth-gen ‘Stang is the best-selling model in its class by a country mile. To celebrate the big 5-1, let’s take…
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