Hyundai is rolling out new technology that will allow drivers to unlock and start their vehicles with a fingerprint scan. These sensors will show up on some 2019 Santa Fe models for the first quarter of 2019, making Hyundai the first automaker in the world to offer smart fingerprint technology in its vehicles. To enter…
A Jeep Wrangler-based pickup truck is in the works If you want a pickup truck, it’s likely you want it to be rough and tough—a type of vehicle that Jeep is known for producing. Because of the American carmaker’s reputation, it comes as no surprise that a Jeep Wrangler-based pickup truck is much anticipated. Only…
“I watch the game for the snacks and the commercials,” Cobie Smulders says about the Super Bowl. But when the San Francisco 49ers faced off against the Kansas City Chiefs, Smulders had transcended simply watching the commercials. Instead, she was featured in a Toyota Super Bowl ad behind the wheel of the all-new 2020 Toyota…
January 2017 is right around the corner, and most automakers have released the majority of their 2017 vehicle lineup–including Hyundai and Genesis. The Korean automaker’s economy passenger brand and its newly-launched luxury brand are known for their high-value, low-cost vehicles. If you’re researching how much buying a Hyundai or a Genesis car or SUV would cost,…
2019 GMC Sierra 1500 Want a great deal on a great truck? For the month of July, you can receive a massive discount on the 2018 and 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. Here’s a breakdown of the current offers on this hardworking powerhouse. Family Friendly: 2019 GMC Acadia Denali Savings and exclusions Different models of the…
It seems that Nissan is in a revising kind of mood lately. Following the major reboot of the nearly-axed Maxima and the redesign of the sales-leading Altima, at the LA Auto Show Nissan has revealed its latest refreshed vehicle: the 2016 Sentra. This means that all three of Nissan’s best-selling sedans have gotten a makeover,…
We know this look of intensity well charliepass/eBay Have you ever had one of those days where you are trying like heck to survive the onslaught of a Level 100 Greater Nephalem Rift with your best online chums (i.e. the couple of folks who don’t hurl insults at you for no reason whatsoever) when your…
Photo: Ford Motor Company The sporty and stylish Ford Puma is on its way to the United Kingdom, with the first batch leaving the Ford Craiova plant earlier this month. A trainload of Ford Puma SUVs left the Romanian city on National Day of Romania, carrying nearly 300 examples of the ferocious new feline to…
Photo: Ford Though so many Europeans are staying home to help stop the spread of COVID-19, several essential workers are still on the move every day. That means that vehicle maintenance and service is still important in a time where social distancing is so crucial. To make sure that both ends are met, Ford of…
Check out the fancy new Ford Galaxy Vignale Photo: Ford Motor Company The idea that a minivan (or people mover or MPV or soccer parent ride or whatever you want to call it) can’t be stylish is, frankly, bunko. Fancy vans do exist, and if you’re a Ford fan in Europe you’ll soon have a…
Ford has announced that it will be donating seven of its Flex utility vehicles to Disabled American Veterans (DAV) as part of its near-century-long commitment to empowering veterans of the American military. “Transportation and community service are two important areas where Ford excels,” said Jim Vella, president, Ford Motor Company Fund and Community Services. “We…
Ford has announced that it will launch a new, Edge-based SUV in Australia by 2018, adding yet another attractive utility vehicle to its ever-expanding lineup. This SUV will serve as the ostensible replacement for the Ford Territory, for which sales are expected to end in the first half of 2017. New Ford Vehicles: 2017 Ford…
Ford understands that smartwatches are all the rage these days, which is why they’ve created a MyFord® Mobile app specifically for didn’t-think-I-actually-needed-it-but-now-can’t-live-without-it accessories like Pebble and Apple Watch. According to Ford, the new app will be catered to drivers of its electric (Focus Electric) and plug-in hybrid vehicles (C-MAX Energi and Fusion Energi), allowing them…
The 2014 SEMA Show is coming up, and Ford is looking to capitalize on the anticipation swirling around one of the year’s most hotly-anticipated models: the 2015 Ford F-150. Ford will be bringing its A-game to Las Vegas this year in order to win the 2014 Hottest Truck Award for the fifth consecutive year. In…
Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa, and Rosé take drifting to a new level in this Stinger video Earlier this year, the members of BLACKPINK became global ambassadors for Kia ahead of the North American leg of their massive “In Your Area” world tour. At each tour stop in the U.S., fans had the chance to see brand-new…
Photo: GazetteLive If you were perusing The News Wheel back in July last year, you might have noticed one odd news story from across the Atlantic, where police in Bedfordshire, England reported that someone was stripping down and selling parts stolen from peoples’ Vauxhall Astras and Corsas—500 times in the previous two years. These thieves…
All-new ad for Chevy Equinox displays the comical risks of using Chevy Siri integration Voice recognition software is all the rage in the automotive industry, and rather than creating their own tech from scratch, Chevrolet partnered with a proven interface that has been a favorite of iPhone users for years. The Siri system in Chevy…
What’s New for the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen TDI The 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen has no new changes. 2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen TDI Exterior The 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen presents a versatile silhouette that reflects its European upbringing. Clean lines combine with understated curves to create a unique, streamlined station wagon silhouette, while the simple…
The 2013 Cadillac SRX Crossover sees some significant interior and exterior updates, including a new electronics interface called CUE, new safety features, an active noise-cancellation system to reduce outside noise, and restyled front and rear fascias. These updates make an already impressive vehicle even better. 2013 Cadillac SRX Crossover Exterior The Cadillac SRX is the…
Autonomous vehicles and self-driving car tech have been hot-button terms in today’s rapidly-advancing industry. However, this developing technology has only primarily focused on making cars safer and distracted drivers even lazier. But instead of giving us a way to become passive drivers who don’t need to pay attention to the road, what if autonomous tech empowered individuals…
David Hasselhoff reprises his Baywatch role for the newest Dodge commercial Photo: YouTube It might not be #ThrowbackThursday, but Dodge is throwing things way back. In the newest Dodge commercial, the American carmaker is paying homage to one of the most important television actors from the 1990s. Enter David Hasselhoff in Baywatch mode. The Hoff…
From left to right: Cruise Automation COO Dan Kan, Cruise Automation CEO Kyle Vogt, and new Cruise Automation CEO Dan Ammann General Motors on Thursday announced that Dan Ammann will take the reins as the CEO of Cruise Automation, the company’s autonomous vehicle development branch. Ammann was a key figure in GM’s acquisition of Cruise…
2014 Chevy Spark EV Specifications 2014 Chevy Spark EV Exterior There’s really only one word to describe the exterior of a 2014 Chevy Spark EV—spunky. With a grounded stance that throws a confident attitude in your face, the Spark EV has an energetic appearance that reminds us a bit of a Jack Russell terrier. A…
Mazda must have a whole wing of its headquarters for its lineup’s various awards. But now, it is going to have to clear a little more room, because the 2017 CX-9 has now been given Strategic Vision’s Total Quality Award as top mid-size SUV in its segment. The award strives to be a complete measure…
Photo: Mazda Some creative Japanese college students at the Nihon Automobile College have cooked up a rugged take on the refined Mazda CX-5. Their creation, dubbed the CX-Runner, debuted at the Tokyo Auto Salon on January 10. Affordable and Reliable: Used vehicles priced under $10K Showing off at the Tokyo Auto Salon The Tokyo Auto…
Photo: Chevrolet In the blur of excitement surrounding the debut of the 2020 C8 Corvette, it’s easy to lose sight of exactly what about this model is new from the previous year. Here’s a brief overview of how the C8 differs from the outgoing C7. Rev Your Engine: Nab a 2020 Corvette C8 of your…
For the 2014 model year, the Audi TT is only offered in a single trim level with a variety of options added to the standard equipment list. 2014 Audi TT Exterior There’s no denying the iconic shape of the 2014 Audi TT, making sure other drivers out on the road know exactly what type of…
Pictured: the 2014 Subaru Forester What’s New for the 2015 Subaru Forester For 2015, the Subaru Forester is essentially unchanged besides a few small feature updates, including a standard rear view camera on all trim levels and 18-inch wheels for the 2.5i Touring trim. Related: Prepare your car for the summer season with proper maintenance…
If you’re in the market for an SUV with a fair amount of power and excellent fuel economy, consider the 2015 Chevy Equinox. [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox The 2015 Chevrolet Equinox has been on the market for five years and its sales have ensured it won’t be going anywhere. It’s…
The new Chevrolet Crossover would be slightly larger than this Chevy Equinox With the Chevrolet Trax, Equinox, Traverse, Tahoe, and Suburban, you would think that Chevrolet has all the bases covered when it comes to sport utility vehicles. Well, you would be wrong. According to a report by Automotive News, Chevrolet is planning on adding…
A good romp through the Alternate History genre typically allows you to explore nightmarish dystopias and engage in provocative thought experiments about the course of society. But not every peep into an alternate timeline has to be doom and gloom — in fact, some can be downright groovy. Like this 1970s spin on the Cadillac…
The new, fully redesigned 2015 Subaru WRX This year’s WRX is fully redesigned, with new styling, a new engine for the base trim, new standard 6-speed manual transmission, new Sport Lineartronic transmission with manual mode, a new understeer-reducing Active Torque Vectoring system, and a new platform that provides a stiffer, more agile chassis. 2015 Subaru…
The new 2015 Honda CR-V The new 2015 Honda CR-V goes on sale tomorrow, Wednesday, October 1, 2014, and today the automaker is touting this most recent iteration of America’s best-selling SUV for the past decade as “the most significant mid-model cycle refresh in [the CR-V’s] history.” New for 2015, the CR-V is now boasting…
Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s 1955 Chevy Bel Air Want to meet NASCAR racer Dale Earnhardt Jr., but can’t get him to show up when you blow your Dale Call? Well, if you’ve got a spare 80 grand to spend, you could get an autograph and a meet-and-greet from number 88 himself. Dale Earnhardt Jr. is selling…
A 1965 Cadillac Coupe DeVille eBay find that looks like the one driven by Mad Men’s Don Draper Ever wanted to drive like Don Draper? (And no, in this scenario, “driving like Don Draper” does not mean driving while drunk and/or so sleep-deprived that you start hallucinating the voice of your dead business partner on…
When buying a luxury car, you expect the best equipment and driving experience. Infiniti and Bose are partnering together to create a special edition of the popular Infiniti Q50 that will have the ultimate sound experience for discerning car buyers. Named the Q50 Sound Studio by Bose, this edition is set to be officially revealed…
Photo: Hyundai Hyundai knew all eyes would be on the boys of BTS last night at the Billboard Music Awards, which is exactly why it offered the global brand ambassadors two shiny Palisade SUVs as their ride to the show. The immensely popular K-pop group just released their new album Map of the Soul Persona,…
SAIC-General Motors-Wuling has released the all-new Baojun 310 hatchback, a vehicle that boasts a deft combination of efficiency, functionality, spaciousness, and technological savvy. Offered in four different trims, the Baojun 310 has been priced between RMB 36,800 ($5,521) and RMB 49,800 ($7,472). More from GM China: Buick Envision crossover makes transition to US market The…
When you’re shopping for a brand new car, one of the major questions on your mind might be whether or not your choices are suitable for your annual family road trip. If you’re looking at Nissan, while you can’t really go wrong with any car in the lineup, there are two very different choices that…
SAIC-GM-Wuling this month unleashed the new Baojun 310 Wagon, launching it in China months after it successfully drummed up attention with its world premiere at the Auto Shanghai 2017 show in April. The Baojun 310 Wagon is the brand’s foray into offering an entry-level-priced passenger vehicle with the utility of a wagon, an effort that…
Photo: Audi Audi has announced specs for the all-new 2020 S7, a high-performance five-passenger sedan that performs similarly to the Porsche Panamera GTS, but with a much lower price tag. The new S7 uses a new 2.9-liter, twin-turbocharged V6 engine to produce 444 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque, as well as a 48-volt mild…
The Lexus ES is a name that has carried on with the brand for many years, and for the 2019 model year received a new breath of life with a complete redesign. This new model is the seventh generation of the luxury sedan. More Lexus Luxury: Explore the full-size premium sedan, the Lexus LS [wptab name=”What’s…
Photo: Nissan Nissan recently released the all-new JUKE Turbo for the Hong Kong market. This upscale spin on the stylish, sporty crossover offers more advanced tech features, tons of customization options, and a fresh, fun aesthetic. Here’s what’s new on the Nissan JUKE Turbo. Signature Styling, Amazing Value: The 2020 Nissan Kicks Bold new features…
Distractions behind the wheel come in many forms — there’s adjusting the radio, yelling at the kids in the backseat, eating, messing with the temperature controls, and of course, the most problematic driving behavior of all — texting. Now, smartphone usage is getting a holiday spin, as more and more drivers are using their time…
2014 Volkswagen Touareg Exterior The 2014 Volkswagen Touareg is the product of a joint venture between Audi and Porsche, so its elegant styling is like nothing before seen with a VW badge. The Touareg’s aggressively-styled front fascia flaunts standard LED running lights that combine with standard 18-inch wheels to deliver a commanding on-road presence. 2014…
The 2014 Volkswagen offers the styling, elegance and features of a premium luxury sedan without the large price tag. An aggressively-styled front grille is accented by LED running lights to create a commanding on-road presence, which is heightened even further by standard 17-inch alloy wheels. 2014 Volkswagen CC Performance Powering the 2014 Volkswagen CC are…
If you’re looking to make a statement and drive one of the best SUVs in the industry at the same time, you drive an Escalade. The 2014 Cadillac Escalade ESV is for drivers seeking to make a statement with large families or a ton of cargo, and its sleek, sculpted lines and bold front grille…
The Mazda Miata 25th Anniversary Edition was unveiled this morning at the New York International Auto Show. It’s hard not to feel a little bit disappointed by the fact that Mazda didn’t break out a brand new Miata (although we did get a peek at its chassis, which is still pretty nice). Mazda didn’t totally…
2016 Buick LaCrosse Sport Touring Buick revealed a new Sport Touring trim for the 2016 Encore last month, making its best-selling crossover even more palatable for a new model year. To help provide the same excitement to its sedan lineup, Buick today revealed Sport Touring models for the 2016 LaCrosse, Regal, and Verano. “Buick is…
While the 2013 Hyundai Elantra remains mostly unchanged, coupe and hatchback body styles have been added to the car’s lineup. 2013 Hyundai Elantra Exterior Normally, you might expect a sedan to be more practically than stylish—this is not the case with the 2013 Elantra. At first glance, the slow, sleek profile hints at athleticism you…
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