The first line of defense Photo: Nissan Perhaps more so than any other year, 2019 has seen automakers from across the world and the industry taking action to prevent unnecessary deaths due to drivers leaving passengers locked in cars during extreme weather. Nissan, in particular, has taken it upon themselves to make sure that these…
2017 Cadillac ATS Coupe Cranking your car’s air conditioning is a must under the summer sun. But, sometimes no matter how high you crank the dial, the cool air is just not well, cool enough. If your A/C is behaving a bit subpar when you need it the most, consider the steps below, curated by…
For the first time ever, Honda is releasing video of a recent race between a Honda RC213V MotoGP Motorcycle, a Castrol Honda Touring car, and not one but four Civic Type R hot hatches. Better yet, the footage was filmed in 360 degrees, allowing viewers to see the high-speed race from every possible vantage point—including…
2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Photo: FCA With movie theaters closed or slowly re-opening with restrictions across the country, drive-in theaters are having a moment. Drive-in theaters offer you and your family a chance to see a movie up on the big screen from the comfort and safety of your car. To upgrade your experience at…
The 2016 Kia Optima (pictured above) was named on the 10 Best Family Cars of 2016 list along with the 2016 Kia Soul Parents across the United States will be happy to know that if they choose a Kia model, they’re making the right choice for their family. The 2016 Kia Optima and 2016 Kia…
Police and mechanics in Southern California have noted a recent uptick in an especially irritating form of auto theft — instead of stealing the entire car, crooks have been snatching individual parts to sell. Catalytic converters are an especially popular part for thieves, who will often cut them out with a saw. Other desirable options…
A man tried to sneak into Spain by hiding behind an engine in a Mercedes while assuming the fetal position Photo: Guardia Civil/Twitter In a story that would blow Donald Trump’s ever-confused brain, a migrant from Guinea, Africa, was caught by Spanish police attempting to sneak into Ceuta from Morocco by cramming himself behind the…
Migrant Caught Sneaking into Spain Crammed Behind Car Engine The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers with a fresh perspective on the latest car news. We’re located in the heart of America (Dayton, Ohio) and our goal is to deliver an entertaining and informative perspective on what’s trending in the automotive world….
Photo: Toyota Though Toyota has long been one of the pioneers of electrified driving technology, it has yet to launch a production vehicle that relies purely on electric motor-driven propulsion. However, the automaker is hard at work on building an entire portfolio of electric models for 2025, and the first of these will launch in…
Volvo’s focus on In-Car Quality Air has caused them to partner with Blueair, enabling them to offer Volvo drivers clean, fresh air in their cars no matter what the air is like outside. Volvo is known for their focus on safety, but doesn’t stop at child safety, airbags, seatbelts, or crash tests. Volvo Cars has…
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2019 Chevy Cruze Despite their compact size, hatchbacks boast ample cargo space, and four 2019 Chevy models, the Spark, Bolt, Sonic Hatchback, and Cruze just made U.S. News & World Report’s list of the “26 Hatchbacks with the Most Cargo Space.” Learn More: Tips for safe driving in the rain The Cruze earned a USN…
In case you haven’t heard, we are mere days away from Christmas. Have you found presents for everyone on your list? If you’re still shopping for a difficult teen on your list, we have a few gift ideas to help them drive right on the roads this winter. A Really Good Ice Scraper Sure, many…
Admit it–you’d be grinning too if you got a ride in an exotic car Photo: Good Day Oregon via Matrix007 What would you do if you had a collection of exotic, high-octane supercars? Most people would probably keep them locked away to avoid adding mileage and road wear, but Eric and Amity Peterson of Portland,…
The 2016 Subaru Outback was named to KBB’s list of the 16 Best Family Cars of 2016 Last week, Kelley Blue Book (KBB) announced its list of the 16 Best Family Cars of 2016. Perhaps to no one’s surprise, the beloved 2016 Subaru Outback made the cut. The top 16 were chosen from only a…
Throughout the years, NASCAR has had its share of game-based adaptations, from edge-of-your-seat simulation video games to multiple Monopoly editions. The recognizable branding, the thrill of racing, and the fan-driven frenzy surrounding stock car racing has led to many family gaming iterations of the sport. One game of mixed results updates the classic French card game…
2021 Toyota Camry XSE Hybrid seat detail The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers with a fresh perspective on the latest car news. We’re located in the heart of America (Dayton, Ohio) and our goal is to deliver an entertaining and informative perspective on what’s trending in the automotive world. See more…
2018 Nissan GT-R NISMO GT3 Driving in wintry weather conditions can pose difficulty for even the fastest, smoothest performing and most-fun-to-drive cars, but with the option of all-wheel drive, you can retain a thrilling driving experience and the feeling of greater control. Rounding up the 15 Best AWD Sports Cars, the editors at U.S. News…
2014 Toyota Highlander The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced a 2014 Toyota Highlander recall for models manufactured between November 20, 2013 and January 18, 2014. The 7,067 units involved may have an improperly installed third row middle seat belt that could result in a greater risk of injury during the crash. Related:…
2021 Toyota Venza The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers with a fresh perspective on the latest car news. We’re located in the heart of America (Dayton, Ohio) and our goal is to deliver an entertaining and informative perspective on what’s trending in the automotive world. See more articles from The News…
Today’s Australia vs. Spain World Cup match should prove to be rather exciting, but perhaps even more exciting (okay, not really, but humor us?) is the World Cup of Cars match between the two countries, where we see which country’s representative vehicle will come out on top. And let the match begin! Representing Australia is…
A new study by researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is here to remind us that, based on the most recent data, car accidents are still a top killer of children under 15 and that wearing seat belts properly could have prevented many of them. More specifically, the…
IndyCar has announced that the first four events of the 2020 calendar will be postponed due to the ongoing concerns over COVID-19, including the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg that was originally scheduled to take place this weekend. The other suspended events are the Grand Prix of Alabama (originally to be held on April 5),…
Photo: Ford Motor Company You know the type. The one who sits in the backseat of the car — or, more frustratingly, the front seat — waving their hands wildly in front of them whenever a vehicle ahead of you changes lanes suddenly or slows down. You’re confident in your driving, but it gets to…
The anatomy and interior of police cars can be a mystery to those outside of the law enforcement field. Here are five surprising facts to expand your knowledge of cop car features. Advanced technology Minimalistic interiors for police vehicles are now a thing of the past. Today, the majority of police cars incorporate Data-Driven Approach to…
Today, Group H’s highest ranking team, Belgium, take on the lowest-ranking, South Korea. No matter the outcome of today’s game, Belgium will be heading through to the next round. South Korea, however, is facing elimination unless it can somehow, magically, beat the Red Devils on the pitch later on this afternoon. That’s pretty unlikely, so…
Auto theft is one of the top fears for any car owner. No one wants their convenient means of transportation to be taken from them, nor to deal with the stress and headache of reporting a stolen car. One essential way to prevent your car from being stolen is to enlist the help of a…
IndyCar has announced that the first four events of the 2020 calendar will be postponed due to the ongoing concerns over COVID-19, including the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg that was originally scheduled to take place this weekend. The other suspended events are the Grand Prix of Alabama (originally to be held on April 5),…
Ford sure does love a good survey, especially when the results can be used in some way or another to prop up some of its latest innovations. Recently, the Blue Oval commissioned a study to determine what causes stress on the roads over the holiday season, and as it turns out, backseat drivers are a major…
The opening line of Ford’s press release detailing the new back seat kit for the Shelby GT350R Mustang reads: “Fun in the back seat has never been this exciting…” There are all sorts of things that we could say about this, but given our preference to keep matters PG, we will simply say that this back seat…
To earn the title of Women’s World Car of the Year, the Mazda3 beat out some impressive competition, including the Audi e-tron Quattro, the G20 BMW 3 Series, the Tesla Model 3, and the Volvo S60. Here’s a look at what that honor means. Looking for a New Car? Check out the Mazda3 hatchback About…
Nobody seems to really know anything about this mid-engine two-seater Mustang somehow Photo: Ford Performance courtesy of John Clor It’s not very often that an automaker turns to its fanbase to help get some details on a vehicle it made. It does happen, though, and it’s happening now with Ford reaching out for help with…
Recently, we here at The News Wheel were contacted by Liberty Mutual Insurance through a PR agency, offering us an interview with an “HGTV star” who they only referred to as “Chip.” After some brief searching and a quick email, it turned out they were offering us an interview with none other than Chip Wade,…
Photo: Nissan Two Nissan engineers have developed tech to help drivers remember to check their rear seats after setting their car in park. Elsa Foley, an industrial engineer, and Marlene Mendoza, a mechanical engineer, teamed up to develop the Rear Door Alert (RDA)* technology. “We pushed each other along and knew we were on the…
Have you ever been playing a sandbox-style video game, such as Grand Theft Auto, when suddenly something in the coding goes wrong and moving items suddenly just start moving in ways that they clearly shouldn’t? These wheels are like that. Those are called omnidirectional wheels, and are usually used on things like forklifts that need…
Nissan is seriously committed to autonomous driving technology. The automaker has been conducting tests of its systems in its home country of Japan, as well as in the United States, but this week it was announced that they have also been taking the vehicles for a spin east of London. This is the first time…
These two racecar drivers take road rage to a whole new level. Saturday night, the Anderson Speedway hosted a racing event that ended in a fist fight and two drivers handcuffed in the back of police cars. The night’s penultimate race began as usual, but during the middle of the race, a black race car,…
Doug DeMuro is well-known for his columns on Autotrader as well as his often viral car review videos on YouTube. Doug travels the United States, checking out viewers’ cars to review them and give them a quick test drive. Recently, Doug hit the 1 million subscriber mark on YouTube, a huge milestone for any creator. To…
2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV A new study from Crescent Electric has found the cheapest places to drive an electric car, based on electricity costs in the nation’s 52 largest cities. At the very top of the list is New Orleans, where a daily commute of 15 or so miles per day costs just $54.03 per year….
Photo: GDJ February is known as American Heart Month. According to the American Heart Association, this month-long observance started back in February 1964, after Congress urged President Lyndon B. Johnson to initiate it. Back then, cardiovascular disease caused more than half of U.S. fatalities. It’s still a major health risk for Americans, as well as the rest of the…
“First, lemme take a s–“*crashes into tree* *makes mother proud* Logically, taking selfies has to be, in some way, connected to the continued existence of the human race. Otherwise, there is no excuse for the following. Four people were injured in a crash where an SUV ran off the road and collided with a tree…
Welcome to our series, the World Cup of Cars. In this series of articles, we take a look at some of the most popular vehicles from each country competing in the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, and pit them against each other to see who will be the ultimate winner. We’ll be updating daily, so…
KILL IT WITH FIRE Spider: Philip N. Cohen Spiders always seem to have a way of surprising us when we least expect it. Even if you’re not particularly afraid of them, having one scurry or drop into your field of vision can give a shock. Angela Kipp of Syracuse, Indiana was pulling out of her…
This article is sponsored by Car Rental Langkawi. Renting a car can make your trip to a beautiful place like Langkawi more memorable Photo: RuzanaAzhar Car rental makes it easier for you to get around while on vacation. If you’re a car rental newbie, make sure you follow these tips during your rental experience. 1….
There’s no denying that America has fallen in love with James Corden (of The Late Late Show) and his Carpool Karaoke segments. Really—what’s not to love about a goofy, talented, and British man singing along with some of the world’s most famous musicians? I mean, the expressions on their faces when they realize that Corden—who…
This article is sponsored by Carpet Cleaner Lab. Self-cleaning Nissan LEAF A couple of years ago, Nissan announced an experimental technology for its LEAF electric car in the form of self-cleaning paint. The special paint features a layer of air between the paint and debris, which helps prevent dirt from sticking to the car’s exterior….
There are ways to make your commute more enjoyable according to the Car Care Council. Achieve work-drive balance by servicing your brakes, cleaning your car inside and out, and maintaining your car’s safety systems If you’re a commuter, you understand well the pains that come with a daily drive of significant time. To help make…
This article is sponsored by Weekly Ads. If you’re reading this, chances are you don’t like the current appearance of your car and you want something more vibrant. Perhaps it’s your usual day-to-day car or an old one that needs a lift. We have compiled some easy suggestions to help give your car that custom…
What model is the Popemobile? Photo: Wikipedia via CC Whether you’ve seen images of the real thing or watched it parodied by Family Guy or Cars 2, you probably know what the iconic Popemobile looks like–that heavy-duty white truck with the glass riding case used by the Catholic Pope when making public appearances. Ever wondered…
A Virginia woman took this photo after a snake slithered out of her car’s air vent Photo: Lora Goff A 2½-foot-long snake slithers out of your car’s air vent as you’re driving down the road. Do you a) jump out of the vehicle while it’s still moving, b) slam on the brakes and abandon your…
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