In a market where crossovers are the hot topic, SUVs are becoming watered down for a more sporty and attractive vibe, leaving behind their traditional capabilities. The 2016 Lexus LX is one of the few SUVs to retain that capability while also staying up to date with the more dynamic, athletic lines of contemporary exterior…
Today American Honda Motor Co., Inc. reported sales of 100,497 Honda and Acura vehicles in January, representing a decrease of 1.7% that was more Acura’s fault than Honda’s. In fact, Honda Division set a new January record with a total of 90,247 units sold, with car sales reaching 50,812 and truck sales totaling 39,435. Honda…
In true Corvette fashion, the 2018 Corvette Z06 is rolling onto the open road with a new 65th anniversary edition. The Carbon 65 Edition will have an extremely limited run with only 650 vehicles coming off the line. The 2018 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is available at three trim levels: 1LZ, 2LZ, and 3LZ. Each trim is available…
“Have you seen this car?” This 1968 Camaro was stolen from a Florida dealership Photo source: Chad Harper We were being a bit tongue-in-cheek earlier today when we called a camouflaged Camaro a “crime against car-manity,” but the latest Camaro news out of Florida can genuinely be labeled a crime—and a pretty sick one, at…
Another season begins! This will be the first of a series of recap articles covering the 2015 Formula 1 season, so if you’re a huge fan of the greatest motorsport in the world (hey, I’m biased), make sure to come back to The News Wheel after every Grand Prix weekend! Last Sunday’s race took place…
The Delhi Auto Expo was open earlier this month in India, and Nissan’s Datsun brand showed off its latest concept, the Datsun GO-cross concept. The fun little crossover was displayed in a bright yellow color, and drew a lot of attention from show attendees. Buy An SUV Stateside: Learn more about the 2016 Nissan Rogue As with…
The Jeep Crew Chief is one of the two teased concept cars Jeep is creating for the 50th annual Easter Jeep Safari Every year, off-roaders join together in the backcountry of Moab, Utah to take on some of the toughest terrain out there for the Easter Jeep Safari—and this year is no exception. To help…
2015 Chevy Colorado Z71 Photo: © General Motors Chevrolet is taking home four prizes in the 2015 Kelley Blue Book 5-Year Cost to Own Awards. The awards, which are given to the top performing vehicle in every segment, are determined based upon projected costs and depreciation over a five-year period. 2015 Chevy Spark The 2015…
The Jeep “Portraits” commercial topped the YouTube AdBlitz Poll in the automotive category Every year, the YouTube AdBlitz announces the leading Super Bowl commercials. This year, the leading automotive commercial award was given to Jeep’s emotional “Portraits” spot. The spot was also the sixth overall commercial out of the 74 total commercials that were voted…
Whatever you do, don’t do this. Seriously. It can be difficult to deal with the McAssholes of the drive-thru. Nothing’s worse than getting stuck behind a huge van that quite literally has an entire soccer team in it—all with special orders. To make life easier for everyone who just wants a quick eat from their…
The 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe is a full-size SUV with a plethora of entertainment options, a powerful V8 engine, and 121.1 cubic feet of available cargo space. The base model 2016 Tahoe carries a starting MSRP in the mid-40,000s. The Tahoe competes for sales with the Ford Expedition, GMC Yukon, and Toyota Sequoia. [wptab name=”What’s New”] 2016…
The all-new 2015 Honda Jazz The 2015 Honda Jazz will be debuting soon at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, but the Japanese automaker has already revealed new photos and details of the European production model in advance of the big premiere. Still, nothing too earth-shattering here, considering it’s essentially the same as the concept version…
Employees at the GM Arlington Assembly Center gather around the plant’s 10 millionth vehicle It’s a big year for the GM Arlington Assembly Center in Arlington, Texas: not only is the manufacturing plant still enjoying its 60th anniversary, but it just rolled out its ten millionth vehicle. The milestone vehicle in question was a 2015…
Furious 7 will reach theatres on April 3rd, featuring an insane amount of Dodge vehicles Furious 7 is due out in theatres on April 3rd, less than a month away. Whether you’re a diehard Fast and Furious fan or not, the film is one to watch out for, if only to see Paul Walker’s last…
Ford Transit Custom and Ford Transit both winners at the 2015 Vans A2Z Awards Ford’s Transit Courier won five major awards at the 2015 VansA2Z Awards in the UK, including the Editor’s Choice award and a Lifetime Achievement Award for the Transit brand proper. The Transit Custom took home the Small Panel Van of the…
2015 Ford Shelby GT350 Consistent with comments made earlier this month by Shelby brand chief Jim Owens, there was a very significant reason for Ford’s refusal to identify the all-new Shelby GT350 as a 2016 model. Reason being? There will be a 2015 Shelby GT350. Granted, this run will by no means be easy to…
The new Ford Tourneo made its world premiere at Auto Shanghai 2015 on Monday, revealing the work of an ongoing collaboration between Ford’s European engineering teams with its peers at China’s Jiangling Motors Co. Expected to arrive in 2016, the MPV is likely to be a hit with customers looking for a capable and sporty…
On May 5th, Ford will hold the 17th Annual Ford Freedom Awards at the Max M. Fisher Music Center in Detroit. This year, Ford and the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History will recognize three individuals who have made significant contributions to technology and entrepreneurialism— Ford Freedom Honoree Elijah McCoy, inventor; Ford Freedom Award…
Today, Ford announced that it is launching The Good Day Project as a part of its efforts to raise breast cancer awareness through it Ford Warriors in Pink® organization. Whereas the Ford Warriors in Pink are primarily aimed at raising awareness, starting conversations, and generating funds to support breast cancer research, The Good Day Project…
Three years ago at the 2013 Goodwood Festival of Speed, Porsche celebrated the 50th anniversary of its famous 911 supercar by unveiling a huge sculpture that featured three iconic 911s suspended high in the air. This unique creation was so well received that Porsche decided to build another one outside of its museum in Zuffenhausen. The Porsche…
The all-new 2015 Corvette Z06 is currently “hot” Like the Paris Hilton of car insurers, Hagerty Insurance has once again declared what’s hot and what’s not with the release of its annual Hagerty Hot List 2015. Chevrolet landed two of its sports cars on the top ten list, with the American automaker’s Corvette Z06 and…
Pam Heminger, vice president for Purchasing, Honda of America Photo: Honda The year 2019 is full of milestones for Honda. It marks the 60th anniversary of starting sales in the US and the 40th anniversary of building products in America, so Honda saw this as a fit opportunity to honor its top North American suppliers….
Dr. Norbert Reithofer speaks about the edgy, water-injected M4 safety coupe Photo: BMW Group The 85th Geneva Motor Show is already underway, and BMW took the stage to introduce upgrades to its popular European models. BMW’s press conference took place on a stylish driving strip that functioned as a dynamic, rotating catwalk for multiple automotive…
It’s never too early to start discussing Ford’s plans for the next Mustang, even if it’s a few smallish changes to the next model year. Thankfully, for those who might be holding off on getting a Shelby GT350 Mustang until the next model year to see what changes might be made, the folks at the…
The 2015 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 Sedan What’s New for the 2015 Honda Accord Sedan? The Honda Accord sedan sees the addition of a universal remote with the EX-L trim. 2015 Honda Accord Sedan Exterior The 2015 Honda Accord has got the spaciousness you’d expect in a sedan without at all appearing bulky or awkward….
What’s New for the 2015 Toyota Tacoma? Not much has changed from the 2014 model, but the 2015 Toyota Tacoma lineup no longer includes the three-seat Regular Cab configuration. Additionally, the automaker has added a Toyota Racing Development (TRD) version of the Tacoma for those looking for an exciting off-road experience. 2015 Toyota Tacoma Exterior…
Nissan teased a new pickup truck last week, and we all mused whether it was a Frontier or a Titan beneath the sheet. We thought, oh, it can’t be a Titan because they don’t sell those outside of North America and surely Nissan wouldn’t be teasing a truck that they won’t be marketing prominently in the United States….
The 2016 Toyota Mirai It’s less than a month now until the Toyota Mirai arrives at selected dealerships in California, and the Japanese automaker is all about showing off its first-ever production fuel-cell vehicle. Just last weekend, the Mirai was on display at the Excellence in Journalism Conference, which took place at the Orlando World…
The new Volkswagen Arteon has turned many heads with the fresh design it brings to the VW lineup. Its unveiling earlier this year has given a taste of the changes coming to VW in the near future. VW has taken to its news site to familiarize its fanbase with some fun facts that people may…
From left: Richard Hammond with the Rimac Concept One, Jeremy Clarkson with the Lamborghini Aventador S, and James May with the Acura NSX The Grand Tour is back on Amazon Prime with its second season, marking three old stooges’ continued effort to dick around in cars and stick it to the BBC. For the most…
The 2018 Holden Equinox launches this month, and it is expected to be a hit with drivers by emphasizing technology every bit as much as it emphasizes emotional driving performance and putting the utility in SUV. “Holden already has a strong SUV line up with Captiva, Trax, and Trailblazer, and now the Equinox takes it…
In celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Ford College Community Challenge (C3), Ford held the finals of a competition called “Making Lives Better by Changing the Way People Move” at the end of October. Three winning teams representing colleges from across the nation were selected from a field of 10 to pitch their ideas…
It is a truth universally acknowledged that if you take anything I like and make it mini, the sound that comes out of my mouth will be a high-pitched “aww.” Imagine the noises that came out of my office when I first saw an absolutely adorable little toy miniature Nissan 370Z going through its own…
Reto Brun is now the Director of Design at the refocused Volkswagen brand studio located in Santa Monica, California Photo: Volkswagen Media The new Volkswagen brand studio located in Santa Monica, California, is now under the direction of Reto Brun, who has accepted the position and title as Director of Design. According to Volkswagen, the…
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…
Chevrolet is celebrating 100 years since it first began manufacturing trucks, and it is taking that celebration worldwide. This week, Chevy had a significant presence at the 34th Thailand International Motor Expo, where it delivered long-time Chevrolet fan Dr. Mana Kanchanasaensong with the keys to the country’s first 2018 Chevrolet Colorado Centennial Edition truck. “This will…
Standard fare for Thanksgiving: the stress of getting wherever it is you’re supposed to be; the face-melting rage that comes with awkward, abrasive conversation around the dinner table; the hushed silence that falls as everyone goes to their corners to cool off; reconvening in good spirits to crush six pounds of turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing…
Heavy-duty trucks are for heavy-duty jobs, and they bring along with them an intimidating, rough-around-the-edges look. The 2018 GMC Sierra 3500HD has a dominating stance and an aggressive grille, turning heads around every corner. This heavy-duty pickup is designed for hard work. The 2018 GMC Sierra 3500HD is available in four trims: 3500HD, SLE, SLT, and…
Fans of roofless motoring, rejoice! The Nissan 370Z NISMO Roadster concept car was revealed this morning at the 2015 Chicago Auto Show, sporting the same great looks as the 370Z NISMO Coupe without the roof. Although the concept was said to be only a design study, it would join the NISMO lineup if there’s enough…
A Fiat gets a paint job Photo via Chrysler With the continued amalgamation of Chrysler and Fiat manufacturing comes news that a 935,000-sq. ft. paint shop will open at Chrysler’s Sterling Heights Assembly Plant in Detroit, Mich. The paint shop, which is a large component of Chrysler’s $850 million investment in Sterling Heights, is scheduled…
2016 Porsche Macan The 2016 Porsche Macan is a sporty and agile luxury crossover that features a top speed of 164 mph and is capable of accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.6 seconds. The 2016 Porsche Macan also features a seven-speed PDK transmission that allows the driver to choose between both the automatic and…
Vauxhall has been announced as the new headline sponsor for the Winq Spring Ball 2016, which takes place on Friday, April 15 at the Grand Ballroom of the Rosewood London Hotel on High Holborn. Winq is the UK’s preeminent luxury lifestyle magazine for gay men, and its third annual Spring Ball will raise proceeds to benefit…
You hear it. You hate it. You’ll do anything to stop the noise – especially if it’s buckling your seatbelt. That pesky chime – as well as legislation in Michigan that allows police to pull drivers over simply for not wearing a seatbelt – has helped increase seatbelt usage in Michigan to an impressive 93%….
This morning, the 2015 Ford Mustang was revealed on Good Morning America. The quentessential American pony car, which will be celebrating its 50th anniversary on April 14, 2014, looked better than ever with new and refreshed features including a classic fastback design, tri-bar taillamps, and the famous shark-bite front fascia. A later press release from Ford confirmed…
2016 Chevrolet Equinox Photo: © General Motors The 2016 Chevrolet Equinox has been revealed, as was largely predicted, as a retouched version of the current generation model that adds just enough to keep Chevy’s compact SUV relevant in an increasingly crowded marketplace. “Chevrolet Equinox is a pillar of the compact SUV segment, thanks to a…
The autumn season brings cooler temperatures and changing leaves–as well as frightening ghosts and ghouls! This is the perfect time of year to pop in an old VHS of a classic scary movie and have a scream. Speaking of scary movies, did you know that some of the famous Universal Pictures monsters from the silver…
The Nissan Sports Sedan Concept could be a hint towards the future Maxima. To help celebrate its 80th anniversary, Nissan has decided to give a gift. (“Well, aren’t they just the sweetest things,” your mother would probably say.) At the 2014 North American International Auto Show on Monday, the Nissan Sport Sedan Concept made is…
Toyota has entered the hatchback game with its all-new 2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback that made its grand debut at the New York Auto Show in March. From a new platform and engine to two transmission options, the 2019 Corolla Hatchback is more than just a renamed vehicle — it is a new model built from the…
Honda just put out a press release that promises to “heat up New York” and opens with the words “attention music fans,” so you know they mean business. And what exactly should you melody-loving Millennials be paying attention to? The reveal of which artists will be taking part in the 2016 Honda Civic Tour, set…
Ford announced today that it has teamed with BraunAbility to build the world’s first volume-production wheelchair-accessible SUV. The new BraunAbility MXV, which was originally announced last summer to coincide with the celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, builds upon the rugged base of the Ford Explorer and will accordingly be offered…
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