Hauling your kids around to and from school, activities, and play dates means you are hauling around a lot of stuff. Have you picked up their backpack lately? It’s stuffed and heavy! Add in sports gear, science projects, grocery runs, and suitcases for that long-overdue vacation, and your vehicle’s available cargo space and backseats will…
Photo: © Toyota Last month, The New York Times was declaring that a “big decline” in United States auto sales might be marking the end of the automotive industry’s six-year boom. Of all the major automakers, Toyota probably had the most to lose, as the low gas prices have driven people away from its efficient…
2017 Nissan Titan XD Nissan is bringing a truckload of well, trucks, to The 2017 Work Truck Show in Indianapolis. For the first time, the entire selection of Nissan commercial vans and pickup trucks will be on display at the annual event that attracts in excess of 11,000 truck dealers, equipment distributors and fleet managers…
The 2016 Jeep Cherokee raises the bar in the small crossover segment. In fact, it’s so unique that it might as well have its own class. With Jeep’s typically rugged styling, a number of new features not seen on the 2015 Cherokee, and the allure of the brand’s off-road capability, the 2016 Cherokee distinguishes itself…
During the holidays, car commercial after car commercial shows a person leading someone outside—a child, a parent, a spouse—and showing off a brand spankin’ new car, with a big, shiny red bow on top. As much as we all might yearn for this scenario, it struck a few of us at The News Wheel as…
2016 Cadillac ATS Sedan The 2016 Cadillac ATS sedan is an American luxury vehicle with a starting MSRP of $33,215. The 2016 ATS earned the highest possible safety rating of five stars from the federal government and it also features an almost perfect 50/50 weight balance. Available in either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, the…
2016 Chrysler 200 The 2016 Chrysler 200 is a mid-size sedan with a starting MSRP of $21,995. Offering the choice between two capable engines and a host of advanced safety features, this stylish sedan is sure to turn heads whether it is cruising down the highway or simply resting in an office parking lot. The…
While the compact hatchback segment is quite competitive, there’s one vehicle that truly stands out: the 2016 Kia Forte5. With two engine options and three trim levels to choose from, there’s no doubt the Forte5 will make you love driving all over again. Add its combination European style, an abundance of technology, and a versatile interior, and…
Masashi Nakayama has spent the last 30 years refining the iconic Mazda MX-5 Miata. In other words, he’s been a part of Mazda for pretty much the Miata’s entire lifetime, given that the model celebrated its 30th anniversary earlier this year. Here are a few of his insider insights on this legendary roadster. Luxurious Late-Model…
Photo: Nissan The 2020 Nissan Murano stands apart from the crowd thanks to its blend of curvy and sharp styling. But the Murano has more than just good looks — it also boasts an impressive suite of standard tech tools. Here’s a look at what you’ll find on this stylish five-passenger crossover. The Murano is…
The podium finishers smile for the camera. Sort of. Welcome to Sochi, home of the Russian Grand Prix since 2014 and to some of the most awkward post-race conversations on the calendar—courtesy of Mr. Putin, who awkwardly stood with the drivers in the cool-down room while asking if the facilities were to their liking. Could…
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA is a luxury crossover with a starting MSRP of $32,500. Featuring an estimated 0-to-60 time of 4.3 seconds, the top-level AMG GLA45 is one of the fastest and most luxurious crossovers found on the automotive marketplace. The Mercedes-Benz GLA competes in the same segment as the BMW X1,…
Mazda Motor Corp. has announced that cumulative production of the Mazda3 (including its double-life in Japan as the Mazda Axela) has reached four million as of January 22. This means it has taken ten years and seven months for 4 million Mazda3 models to hit the market, making it the quickest Mazda vehicle to hit…
The 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata remains conservatively dressed in new pictures. Photo: Mazda Facebook It’s been over an entire month since Mazda has teased the world with vague announcements for the 2016 MX-5. With the September 3 debut date drawing near, Mazda decided to rekindle the excitement by posting a new photograph of the much-beloved…
If you have one of those leather-bound date books (and, these days, who doesn’t), you need to go get it out of your underwear drawer right now. Open it to September 3, and in big letters, just write the word MIATA. It’s been officially announced that the all-new 2016 Mazda Miata—like the whole shebang and…
Generic car covers don’t envelope the entire vehicle and leave areas exposed Photo: The News Wheel If you regularly park your car outside in your driveway or on the street, you need a car cover to protect it from corrosive road salt, freezing precipitation, and color-fading sunshine. While you could run to the nearest Walmart…
The 2016 Lexus RC F is a high-performance sports coupe that carries a starting MSRP of $62,805. In addition to its eye-catching exterior design, the Lexus RC F also features a 467-horsepower V8 engine, sport tuned suspension, and four unique drive modes. This coupe is one of only four vehicles ever to be produced by…
If you are looking for a stylish car that is also eco-friendly, look no further than the 2016 Kia Soul EV. As the all-electric version of the Kia Soul, this EV offers the Soul’s funky styling with a zero emission powertrain. Offering a versatile interior, innovative electric motor, and affordable price, the 2016 Soul EV…
Hyundai’s non-sedan segment of its lineup may be limited but what it does offer will appeal to a broad range of consumers. The Santa Fe is a prime example, and the 2016 model further enhances its appeal to families and active individuals. With a varying seating arrangement–fitting either five or seven passengers–and an ample amount of…
2016 Chrysler 300 The 2016 Chrysler 300 is a full-size sedan with a starting MSRP of $32,015. Featuring the choice between a powerful V6 and an even more potent V8 engine, the new Chrysler 300 offers a unique combination of performance, style, and sophistication. The 2016 Chrysler 300 competes in the same segment as the…
The 2015 Woodward Dream Cruise is taking place this Saturday in Metro Detroit The recently-debuted 2016 Chevy Camaro is continuing its tour of America and–for the next leg of its journey–will be heading back home to Detroit. After showing its redesigned face at the All-Star Game in Cincinnati and the Brickyard 400 in Indy, the all-new…
The 2016 Lexus CT Hybrid stands out from the hybrid crowd as one of the only hatchback luxury hybrids on the market. This vehicle is versatile, ready to take on long road trips, daily driving, and the occasional project that requires more cargo room. Its sporty looks help you forget that you’re not driving a…
We may not know with certainty what the fuel economy for the 2015 F-150 will be, but we can tell you how much power it’s going to generate. Ford has released information on both the 2015 F-150 2.7-liter EcoBoost and 3.5-liter V6 engines, and the numbers are quite impressive. One of those impressive numbers: just…
The brief and less-than-wondrous disappearance of the Chevrolet Colorado midsize pickup in America has ended after the unveiling of the 2015 Chevy Colorado at the Los Angeles Auto Show this past Tuesday. The automaker says that the new Colorado will redefine what consumers think of the midsize truck segment by offering full-size capability and versatility…
2014 Forester The Subaru Forester has been completely redesigned for the 2014 model year with a fresh design that will please Subaru enthusiasts while at the same time attract new buyers to the nameplate. 2014 Subaru Forester Exterior Subaru has a loyal customer following, but has struggled at times to attract new buyers. The 2014…
Starting May 21 and running through September 7, the BMW GINA Light Visionary Model will be on display at the “Dream Cars: Innovative Design, Visionary Ideas” exhibit at the High Museum of Art in Atlanta. The BMW GINA will be one of 17 different concept cars, manufactured between the 1930s and now, available for public…
Starting May 21 and running through September 7, the BMW GINA Light Visionary Model will be on display at the “Dream Cars: Innovative Design, Visionary Ideas” exhibit at the High Museum of Art in Atlanta. The BMW GINA will be one of 17 different concept cars, manufactured between the 1930s and now, available for public…
Hugh Jackman puts the Toyota Levin through its paces Hugh Jackman has gotten a lot of praise for being a “true entertainer,” in the sense that he is versatile enough to both star in Hollywood blockbusters as a superhero with razor claws coming out of his knuckles, and host the Tony Awards and do a…
Toyota’s Jim Lentz Every year, at the Automotive Hall of Fame’s Gala, certain key players in the auto industry are given a huge shout out for their contributions that year, as well as back through their careers. This year, at the 75th Anniversary Gala, Toyota’s Jim Lentz was named Industry Leader of the Year, and…
Elvis and his 1957 BMW 507, which will be restored by BMW Classic August 16 marks the 37th anniversary of the all-too-soon demise of “the King of Rock and Roll,” Elvis Presley. Automotively speaking, Elvis is perhaps best known for his affinity for Cadillacs (or his disdain for the De Tomaso Pantera, which ended up…
Associate Professor Vladimir Mulukha, Ph.D., Telematics Department of St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, shakes hands with the mobile humanoid “Justin,” one type of robot utilized in Ford’s space robots research project to advance connected vehicle communications. Car conversations are usually reserved for Pixar cartoons. I imagine my own talking car would be making some rather comical…
Toyota’s Jim Lentz Every year, at the Automotive Hall of Fame’s Gala, certain key players in the auto industry are given a huge shout out for their contributions that year, as well as back through their careers. This year, at the 75th Anniversary Gala, Toyota’s Jim Lentz was named Industry Leader of the Year, and…
2015 Nissan Versa sedan 2015 Nissan Versa Sedan There are certain truths that are understood when it comes to Continuously Variable Transmissions. They are extremely fuel efficient and they’re great for climbing hills, but they feel unresponsive and they sound rather unpleasant. Nissan is looking to appease those who want CVT efficiency without the shiftless…
You may remember a story from the beginning of the year where a giant Amazon box appeared on the streets of Madison, Wisconsin and was later revealed to contain a 2014 Nissan Versa Note. Nissan and Amazon are teaming up once more for yet another publicity stunt, only they already went ahead and gave away…
The 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid The 2017 Kelley Blue Book Best Resale Value Awards have been announced, with four Honda models picking up top honors in their category. The 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid, Fit, HR-V, and Ridgeline were all recognized for their resale value. The awards are given to new models that seem most likely…
The upcoming crossover will be based on the Mitsubishi XR-PHEV II Concept Mitsubishi is preparing to unveil a new crossover at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show in March that will rival the Nissan Qashqai (which is soon coming to the United States as the Nissan Rogue Sport). According to Autocar, the new crossover will slot…
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….
Do you know who these actors are? Well you’re about to! Have you seen that Subaru ad for the 2015 Outback that features a family of literal tree huggers taking a nostalgic trip to Woodstock? If so, then you might have wondered who plays the vaguely familiar mom character – or the hippie grandma, or…
2015 Mustang pricing information has been unveiled for the EcoBoost, GT This morning, Ford announced entry level pricing for the 2015 Ford Mustang, which comes in at $24,425 for a 3.7-liter V6-powered fastback. Did you have your sights set a little higher? Jalopnik’s got you covered with the full list of 2015 Mustang pricing information:…
Youabian Puma Source: YouTube The Youabian Puma shocked the world to its core back in November at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show by doing just like your mother told you and being itself. It’s a $1.1 million “pleasure vehicle” that was created “for those individuals who dare to be different than the ordinary” and—apparently—for those…
UPDATE: THE GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED. LOOK FOR MORE GIVEAWAYS FROM THE NEWS WHEEL. Infamous B-movie film producer Roger Corman is back in his official follow-up to his 1975 cult classic movie Death Race 2000. Reviving all the wacky car designs and nasty satire that made the original a fan favorite, the all-new Death Race 2050 will satisfy…
[wptab name=’The Road to Geneva-mania’] An Introduction: The Road to Geneva-mania Mitsubishi is promising an all-new concept SUV for the 2015 Geneva Motor Show with two shadowy images that strongly imply a design study unlike anything we’ve ever seen before from the brand: At least that’s what shadowy teaser images tend to want you to…
A still from the new Mercedes-Benz Super Bowl ad that will air during the game’s fourth quarter After weeks of hype featuring NFL legend Jerry Rice, the Mercedes-Benz Super Bowl commercial for the Mercedes-AMG GT is finally here. “Fable” features the much-touted (by Mercedes, at least) matchup between the tortoise and the hare, who are…
Volkswagen Group of America CEO Michael Horn is the meat in a VW Golf and Golf GTI sandwich Volkswagen came to Detroit to win awards and chew bubblegum, and it’s all out of bubblegum. Actually, Volkswagen ostensibly came to Detroit just to debut its new Cross Coupe GTE concept, but the German automaker got a pleasant…
© Universal Studios If you’ve not been a fan of the darker, more serious Death Race reboot titles, Death Race: Beyond Anarchy is the gleefully nihilistic, incitive, and maniacal sequel that could win you over. After having its release date delayed for nearly a year, Death Race: Beyond Anarchy finally arrives on Blu-ray, DVD, and…
2019 Chrysler Pacifica The 2019 Auto Pacifica Vehicle Satisfaction Awards rank the popular Chrysler Pacifica as the leader in the minivan category. “FCA has done an outstanding job understanding and delivering vehicles and features that delight consumers,” said George Peterson, president of AutoPacific. “They’ve done this in the face of strong competition and a challenging…
If you’re worried that auto manufacturers are taking jobs overseas, don’t be. In 2018 alone, Toyota built 1.935 million vehicles at its North American vehicle assembly plants, reaching a total tally of more than 38 million since the company first began building here. “Toyota’s philosophy is to build where we sell and buy where we…
Ford is dropping the axe on the Fiesta in the United States, which means no more spunky little hatchbacks and sedans and—most tragically—no more Fiesta ST hot hatch. It’s been stated that Ford will continue to explore the “white space” that exists between sedans and crossovers, and there’s reason enough to hope that the Fiesta…
Chevrolet had a special surprise in store for attendees at last month’s Auto Shanghai 2017: the world debut of its new FNR-X all-purpose sports concept vehicle. In case you are wondering: yes, FNR stands for “Find New Roads,” because the best way to stay on brand is to be on brand all of the time….
If owning an SUV with a head-turning design and four-wheel drive is on top of your wish list, then the 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited could be just the right vehicle for you. The overall design of the Wrangler hasn’t changed much since it first premiered many years ago. In addition, this SUV is one of the…
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