DeAnn Owens, Author at The News Wheel

Fall may be a welcome respite from a hot summer, but it… No matter the distance and time on the road, family travel is… Winter road trips pose extra challenges for intrepid travelers. Most likely, you’ll… If you drive an electric vehicle, you need to make sure it… Fancy, expensive, or rare vehicles aren’t the…

RVs Now Adding Work-Focused Amenities for 'Digital Nomad' Lifestyle

Photo: Heath Vester via CC The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a surge in recreational vehicle sales and camping trips across America, and now RV manufacturers are responding by adding amenities that cater to the “digital nomad” lifestyle. Earlier this summer, Stanford researchers found that 42 percent of the U.S. labor force was working from…

Dom Toretto's 1970 Dodge Charger Is Up for Auction

You’re going to have to be both fast and furious to win this bid The Fast & Furious film franchise is filled with iconic automobiles. Still, none are quite as recognizable as Dominic Toretto’s 1970 Dodge Charger. This weekend, Fast & Furious fanatics will finally have a chance to own Dom’s Charger, as one of the…

2017 Toyota Camry Overview

The 2017 Toyota Camry is a midsize sedan that carries a starting MSRP of $23,070. The Toyota Camry was the best-selling sedan in the United States last year with 429,355 units moved. In addition–despite offering more technology for the new model year–the ‘17 Camry will wear the same price tag as last year’s version. Key…

2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overview

There are few vehicles in the car industry that can top the Jeep Grand Cherokee. As one of the most recognizable models in Jeep’s lineup, the Grand Cherokee is a midsize SUV that is anything but traditional. This SUV is truly the perfect mixture of off-road capabilities and luxury. With three available four-wheel-drive systems, and…

The Auto Industry’s Response to Black Lives Matter Protests

Protestors have been making their voices heard worldwide Photo: Taymaz Valley via CC Over the last two weeks, many in the nation have come together in protest of reported police brutality against black individuals following the death of George Floyd. While some automakers are adamantly speaking up in support of the Black Lives Matter movement,…

2025 Cadillac XT4 Overview

Photo: Cadillac The Cadillac XT4 is a great introduction to the luxury SUV segment. It’s a small SUV with a turbocharged powertrain, tons of cutting-edge technology, and upscale touches inside and out — all at a modest starting price of around $40K. If You Want to Go Electric: Check out the all-new 2025 Cadillac OPTIQ…

2014 Audi allroad Overview

The 2014 Audi allroad will see a boost in power, with the 2.0-liter four-cylinder improving from 211 to 220. There are also more features, such as Bluetooth and an iPod interface, that come as standard. 2014 Audi allroad Exterior A combination of luxury and ruggedness comes together to create the 2014 Audi allroad, making it…

2018 Kia Stinger Overview

Predicted to be the highest-performance production option in Kia’s lineup and the automaker’s history, the 2018 Kia Stinger has endured a lot of hype, hope, and wishful thinking from adventurous drivers. Finally available for purchase in the U.S., the five-passenger sportback seems to have lived up to, as well as exceeded, the hefty expectations of the automaker, drivers,…

2014 Chevrolet Impala Overview

For the 2014 model year, the Chevrolet Impala is fully redesigned. 2014 Chevrolet Impala Exterior 2014 is a new year for the Chevy Impala with an entirely new redesign creating a brand new silhouette for the sedan. Built on a similar platform as the Buick LaCrosse and Cadillac XTS, the Impala presents a look that…

History of the Cadillac SRX

2006 Cadillac SRX Photo: Rutger van der Maar via CC The luxury crossover segment is currently filled with appealing options from various brands. Cadillac was quick to get in on the fun in the early 2000s with the introduction of the SRX in 2003. The Cadillac SRX became immensely successful and was even the brand’s…

2015 Chevrolet City Express Debuts in the Windy City

2015 Chevy Express Last Thursday, the bowtie brand unveiled the all-new 2015 Chevrolet City Express at the Chicago Auto Show (after previewing an extended look at the all-new Captain America movie, because who doesn’t love nice product placement?). EMBED TWEET: #Chevy is making movie magic. #FuelCAS https://t.co/wURM8Lks8U — The News Wheel (@thenewswheel) February 6, 2014…