The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro is a legendary muscle car that is all-new this model year and will turn every head on the street as you drive past. This is one of the most anticipated cars for the 2016 model year, and it has rolled off of the assembly line ready to take down the competition…
A Tempe, Arizona woman has died following a collision with a self-driving… Back in October, Scott Pruitt, head of the Environmental Protection Agency under President… 20 years ago today, Princess Diana was killed in a fatal car… Yesterday, September 29th, is the 103rd anniversary of a sad day: the…
Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May, announcing their live tour Sacked television host Jeremy Clarkson has been touring the world with fellow ex-Top Gear presenters Richard Hammond and James May, as well as a whole bunch of cars. Sadly, none of the eight concert dates on their worldwide tour happen to be in the…
If you have a fear of heights or a fear of water, bridges are likely to cause you a lot of stress. But you’re not alone; many drivers experience this fear. Still, there are dozens of large, tall bridges in the United States that cause Americans angst. So much so, that many of these bridges offer…
The #MeToo and Time’s Up movements have dominated a lot of the national conversation over the last few months. Women and men are standing up and speaking up, saying that the time is up for sexual assault and harassment in the workplace. According to The New York Times, 85 percent of women and 43 percent of men…
The Station Wagon looks to be back in business During the past few years, sales for crossovers and SUVs have surged, with these two segments wrestling the lion’s share of the market away from sedans. However, at the same time, another vehicle segment was slowly but surely accumulating new sales. Station wagons are reportedly becoming…
Photo: Pixabay Owning a Jeep is like joining a super secret club. Somehow, everyone seems to be friends for no other reason than you all own Jeeps. But there’s a bit of confusion as to whether or not the well-marketed sense of camaraderie translates onto the open road. In the past, Jeep has highlighted the…
Don’t be fooled by a deal that looks too good to be true … A used car might be hiding problems! Photo: Andrew Bone via Creative Commons 2.0 Buying a previously owned car is a great way to get the model you want at a price you can afford. Plenty of vehicles wind up on…
Photo: Nissan The Nissan Qashqai is one of the brand’s most popular models in Canada. The small, sporty SUV proved to be an immediate hit thanks to its versatility and wealth of high-tech tools. However, when the Qashqai first debuted, its name raised more than a few eyebrows. That’s why we’ll be digging into the…
Years may have passed since you took your driver’s exam, but you probably remember it fairly vividly and share memories of it with your family or friends now and then. Through such conversations, you’ve no doubt learned that everyone had different exam experiences, and that’s especially true around the world. Each country has its own…
Photo: Nissan There’s no question that the world of cars is changing. If sales numbers are any indication, drivers now prefer crossover vehicles and trucks to puny sedans. Nissan isn’t so sure that’s the truth, and now it has the data to back up its continued commitment to sedans like the Nissan Altima and Maxima….
Photo: The News Wheel Even if your teen has been counting down the days to their 16th birthday so they can finally be a licensed driver, it’s definitely in your financial interest to delay their wish. Adding a teen driver to your insurance policy is expensive. Car Care: Signs it’s time for new tires “ValuePenguin’s…
Every child is obsessed with some subject when they’re young. Whether it’s dinosaurs, superheroes, trains, or Santa Claus, this infatuation can consume their conversations and playtime. They’ll practically eat, breathe, and dream it. If your child loves cars, nurture that interest in them and find ways to encourage your child’s love of cars. They’re never…
The Chevrolet Equinox enters the 2025 model year with a restyled exterior,… The Buick Envision has been extensively redesigned for 2024, showcasing fresh interior… If you’re in the market for a small luxury SUV, the Cadillac… The Terrain is GMC’s smallest and most affordable SUV, and it’s available… Chevrolet’s top-selling SUV is rolling out with…
Photo: Nissan If you’re looking for a new car for your teen driver that fits your budget of $30-35K, you need to put the 2021 Nissan Altima on your radar. It just took the top spot in the car category at that price point on U.S. News and World Report’s List of the Best Cars…
The 2024 Buick Enclave prioritizes standard luxury and family-friendly versatility. This premium… Chevrolet’s popular three-row Traverse SUV is showing off a serious overhaul for… One of Chevrolet’s sportiest SUVs, the 2024 Blazer showcases athletic styling, advanced… If you’re shopping for an SUV from GMC, the 2022 Terrain and… A midsize SUV that’s both premium and…
Photo: Steve Ahead of the upcoming 2018 United States Grand Prix, the Circuit of the Americas has installed new curbs on the inside of turns 16 and 17. The fan community has already come to call them “Verstappen curbs,” in reference to the incident at last year’s event, when Max Verstappen passed Kimi Räikkönen for…
Have you ever woken up with a sudden urge to own a… A good romp through the Alternate History genre typically allows you to… The Cadillac Escalade celebrates its 20th anniversary this year and has been a… Cadillac is expanding on the success of current SUV models like the… Cadillac’s sales were up 42% in February…
The Toyota Mirai was met with skepticism when it first launched, and though questions still remain about the viability of hydrogen fuel cell technology in a world where electric cars are finally on the rise, the Mirai can at least claim to have done fairly well for itself. “Move over polluters,” Toyota says in a…
Back in October, Scott Pruitt, head of the Environmental Protection Agency under President Trump, announced a decision to look into cutting regulations that would require new semi truck bodies (also known as “gliders”) to also have new, emissions-compliant engines, rather than just slapping old, smoke-belching (but cheaper) engines into a new body. At the time, the…
The Lincoln Motor Company has thus far enjoyed a great deal of success in China, most recently achieving a record 54,124 vehicles sold in 2017. With sales up 10% through the first quarter of 2018 and another record year of sales in sight, the luxury brand is poised to ramp up its presence even more…
Toyota has launched Project Portal 2.0, the second iteration of its hydrogen fuel cell truck, which it unveiled today in Northern Michigan before a crowd during the Center for Automotive Research Management Briefing Seminars. Internally known as “Beta,” the new electric Class 8 truck already boasts significant improvements over its predecessor, with an estimated range…
Last week, Jeep teased two of the Moab Easter Jeep Safari concepts that it would be debuting at the 48th annual Utah trek. Today, all six of the eggs were let out of the proverbial Easter basket when Jeep and Mopar unveiled photos of all six Moab Easter Jeep Safari concepts. “This year, we’re showcasing…
Ford Transit Skyliner Concept Ford recently gave us a close look at the Ford Transit Skyliner Concept ahead of the New York International Auto Show, where it will debut. Ford described the new concept as a “private jet on wheels,” and with good reason. The all-new Ford Transit Skyline Concept revolutionizes ultra-premium land transportation. The…
When you’re shopping for a new car, you’re probably weighing the benefits… When it comes to buying a new car, many Canadian shoppers are… The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited was redesigned for 2018, and that redesign has… Since an SUV is designed for road trips and as a family-hauler,… Making the Earth a safer, healthier planet…
Earlier this month, I was one of the countless Americans that got a push notification from their news source about Uber’s awaited safety report. The headlines were sensational, mentioning the thousands of sexual assault allegations made to the app in the past two years. The stories that followed pointed out the stark numbers of people…
This latest adjustment is different than those that came before… According to MIT Technology Review’s Karen Hao, automated vehicles have three current… The pure-electric 2019 Chevy Bolt and the plug-in hybrid 2019 Chevy Volt… The Cadillac Escalade celebrates its 20th anniversary this year and has been a… As announcements continue to pop up about 2019 models,…
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…
2020 Nissan Murano Photo: Nissan Nissan has no shortage of versatile, comfortable, and reliable family vehicles. Whether you’re looking for a stylish, luxurious family SUV or a rugged, outdoorsy vehicle to enable your weekend getaways, Nissan has you covered. Which Model is Right for You? Check out the Nissan lineup of SUVs and Crossovers 2020…
The Chevrolet Trailblazer is classified as a subcompact SUV Photo: Chevrolet The 2022 Trailblazer and the 2022 Equinox sit right next to each other in the Chevrolet SUV lineup. Both of these small SUVs seat five passengers and come equipped with tech features like the Chevy Safety Assist package and a 7-inch touch-screen infotainment system….
Just a few months ago, the idea of gas costing less than… For the past month or so, gas prices nationwide have been decreasing… With all the talk of electric vehicles across the automotive industry, it… Following the economic recession that affected the country in the late 2000s,… EV technology is booming and with that…
Photo: Coolcaesar Less than a week ago, The News Wheel staff reported that the U.S. Justice Department was preparing a lawsuit to file against Fiat Chrysler Automobiles over accusations that the automaker cheated emissions testing for its diesel vehicles. It would appear that now those legal plans are coming to fruition. Earlier today, the U.S. Government…
The 2015 Miata In the 2014 Which? Awards, Mazda took home the title of Best Car Manufacturer. The annual awards determine UK customer favorites for everything from banking brand and insurance provider to supermarket and computing brand. Mazda took home the award over Audi, BMW, Honda, and Skoda, marking the automaker’s second win and first…
It takes a lot of work to get in that seat Photo: Jake Archibald Becoming a Formula One driver is no easy feat; in fact, there may be not be a smaller and more elite group of athletes in the world. In more mainstream sports, such as soccer, basketball, and even golf, you can find…
Since the all-new model launched last year, the Chevrolet Camaro feels more like a two-door luxury coupe than a traditional muscle car—and for the better. If you’re a die-hard enthusiast for American muscle, don’t worry; there’s still plenty of it left, with a lot of power under the hood and an even greater amount of…
The Chevy Corvette and space exploration have more links than you might imagine Photo: Pixabay An upcoming exhibit at the National Corvette Museum will explore why many astronauts have selected the Chevy Corvette as their car of choice. New Corvette Developments: The upcoming mid-engine Chevy Corvette has been spotted The temporary exhibit is titled “From Gas…
Ford on Tuesday made a number of announcements regarding production of key models moving forward, including an investment in its Kentucky Truck Plant and the fate of its next-generation Focus. Likely to receive the most attention is the revelation that the next-generation Focus will be built at pre-existing global plants when production gets underway in…
The 2014 Camaro Those looking for a drastic overhaul from the 2016 Chevy Camaro to match the complete redesign of its rival Mustang will be sorely disappointed, says Edmunds. Of course, it’s incredibly difficult to be “sorely disappointed” when it comes to the Camaro, which is why so much about the next-gen model will share…
Future vehicle concepts can fall anywhere between universally beloved and universally confounding, with the overall sentiment often depending on who is being asked. One of the more polarizing concept vehicles of the past year is the Lincoln Navigator concept, which debuted earlier this year at the New York Auto Show to a mixture of delight…
As a full-size SUV, the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse is the perfect family vehicle. With capable seating for up to eight passengers, your entire family can Find New Roads together. Everyone can sit in comfort, with best-in-class third row legroom and maximum cargo and passenger volumes. Plus, with advanced safety features like available Front Automatic Braking and…
The 2020 Ford EcoSport Active will be revealed Nov. 6 Photo: Ford Do you lead an active lifestyle? Are you so wholly and truly committed to aforesaid active lifestyle that you need a vehicle with the word active in its name? Well, if you’re a Ford fan in Europe who meets this set of parameters,…
Ka-Chow about that? If you wanted to learn how to be a high-speed racer, who would be the best candidate for your teacher? Dale Earnhardt Jr.? Danica Patrick? What about Lightning McQueen? That’s the premise of a new attraction coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, entitled Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy. Getting Around in Orlando: Top travel tips…
2024 Chevrolet Equinox RS in Radiant Red Tintcoat Photo: Chevrolet The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox is known for being a family vehicle, but thanks to its versatile design, it’s also excellent as a commuter car and road trip machine. From smart safety features to convenient tech tools, here’s a look at what each model of the…
How do you know when your vehicle needs its exhaust system replaced?… If you drive a sportier car, it might have two tailpipes poking… Imagined conversation: “Hey man, that’s a sweet painting you have there.” “Thanks,… Remember that iconic scene from Beverly Hills Cop when Eddie Murphy as…
Ford last month revealed its Transit Custom PHEV, a groundbreaking plug-in hybrid van that will offer zero-emissions driving for up to 31 miles and will deliver a maximum range of 310 miles thanks to the award-winning 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine. With the debut of the Transit Custom PHEV at the IAA Commercial Vehicle show in Hannover,…
This year is the 10th anniversary of Lexus’ F performance sub-brand, and… BMW is all about supporting the art world, from its Art Cars… Everyone who remembers the original Law and Order series on NBC, watched… Ok, there is no completely adequate way to segue into this, so… Honda Europe announced today that the Honda…
Photo: Chevrolet The 2022 Trax and 2022 Trailblazer are Chevrolet’s two smallest SUVs. That doesn’t mean they’re identical, though — these models diverge when it comes to size, powertrain options, safety features, and more. Here’s a closer look at some of the key differences between the Trax and the Trailblazer. Tough and Versatile: Get the…
Photo: Volkswagen Even though COVID-19 vaccines are becoming more widely available across the U.S., there’s still understandable hesitation for some when it comes to going to a crowded dealership to see a new car. That’s where Volkswagen and NBCUniversal come in, with the help of Parks and Rec and Good Girls star Retta. The two…
Photo: Steve Gregory I have watched Formula One almost nonstop since 1998 and to this day the Monaco Grand Prix remains to me the most curiously popular event on the calendar. The upcoming race in the streets of Monte Carlo will take place less than a week from now and already the media and the…
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