In a post on Medium Tuesday, John Shutko, technical specialist for Human Factors and UI Design at Ford Motor Company, issued a call on his company’s behalf for a universal language for autonomous vehicles. “The idea that pedestrians, cyclists, and scooter users should change their behavior to accommodate self-driving cars couldn’t be further from our…
The 2015 Ford Focus will offer a 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine. Yesterday, Ford announced that the 2015 Ford Focus engine offerings would be getting a burst of efficiency. Now offering a 1.0-liter EcoBoost® engine for the Focus, Ford expects the world’s best-selling nameplate to remain on top. “We have taken the title of world’s best-selling nameplate…
The 2014 Lexus LX The 2014 Lexus LX is the pinnacle of full-size luxury SUVs, and it has the styling to back it up. Aggressively-styled headlights also happen to be adaptive xenon, and set the tone for the rest of the vehicle. The 2014 LX’s commanding presence is heightened by standard 20-inch wheels. 2014 Lexus…
2013 Jeep Wrangler Overview What’s New for the 2013 Jeep Wrangler Jeep has made several updates to the Jeep Wrangler in an effort increase comfort and utility for 2013. This year we see more comfortable seats that are easier-to-use, a tire pressure monitoring system that shows the tire pressure for each individual tire, and a…
2014 BMW Z4 Exterior You would be hard-pressed to find a more aggressively-styled and imposing vehicle on the road than the 2014 BMW Z4. Outside of some exotic sports cars with well over six-figure asking prices, the Z4 will turn more heads than just about any roadster out there. Its athletic stance is bolstered by…
2013 Subaru Legacy Overview For 2013, the Subaru Legacy sees a newly styled front-end, a more powerful and efficient four-cylinder engine, revised suspension tuning, an improved continuously variable transmission (CVT), and a new collision avoidance system is available. Base models now feature Bluetooth and the 2.5GT and 3.6R premium trim levels have been discontinued. Related:…
In the 2014 model year, all Audi Q7s now come with adaptive xenon headlights with LED running lights and the Premium Plus trim now has standard keyless ignition/entry. 2014 Audi Q7 Exterior With a coupe-like profile and muscular lines, the 2014 Audi Q7 creates a notably sporty profile that might make other SUVs a bit…
2013 Mazda6 The Mazda6 sees 18-inch wheels for the i Touring and i Grand Touring trim levels. In addition, the s Touring Plus model has been discontinued. 2013 Mazda6 Exterior The Madza6 is so much more than a four-door sedan. Its aggressive styling, bold lines, and sporty appeal make it a top choice among buyers…
The 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is a supercar, but it doesn’t really look the part. The sleek, sporty roadster is kind of a sheep in wolf’s clothing. Standard 19-inch front and 20-inch rear alloy wheels definitely deliver a commanding on-road presence, but it’s not quite indicative as to what is under the hood. 2014 Mercedes-Benz…
The 2014 Kia Optima may be getting a high-performance cousin. Photo: intdev You may have seen the so-called “spy photos” of cars that looked like they are covered in psychedelic zebra print. This print is to hide some of the more intricate details from spying camera lenses. One of the most recent camouflaged cars spotted…
2015 Chrysler 200 Overview The Chrysler 200 sedan has been completely redesigned while the 200 convertible has been discontinued. 2015 Chrysler 200 Exterior The 2015 Chrysler 200 is about the same size as its predecessor, but that’s about where the similarities end. The new 200’s design is strikingly different as the Chrysler brand ushers in…
GMC got a leg upon its competitors in terms of garnering buzz at the 2017 North American International Auto Show by revealing the all-new 2018 GMC Terrain on Sunday evening. The Terrain, which shares a platform with the new 2018 Chevrolet Equinox, looks decidedly unlike its bowtie-wearing cousin with a bolder and more bubbly exterior….
Debuted in Chicago earlier this year and set to be released this fall, the 2016 Chevy Equinox is a mid-generation refresh with a redesigned front and rear fascia and several new features. The 2016 Chevy Equinox is available in four trim levels, which include the L, LS, LT, and LTZ. The specs listed in this…
2013 Nissan GT-R Overview Nissan has once again stepped up performance on the GT-R, increasing engine output and creating a smoother transmission operation. In the spirit of making a good thing even better, the GT-R gains revised suspension tuning, new gauge illumination and the Black Edition gets a carbon-fiber rear spoiler. Also, in the name…
For the 2013 model year, the Nissan Altima has seen a complete design overhaul. Both the exterior and interior have been fully redesigned, while fuel economy, suspension, and steering have also improved tremendously. All the Details: 2013 Nissan Altima Specifications 2013 Nissan Altima Exterior Luxury seemed to be in the forefront of Nissan’s mind when…
The Chevy Trailblazer is now the #1 SUV in Zimbabwe The Chevy Colorado may still be sitting in second place on the list of America’s best-selling trucks, but the global Trailblazer that’s based on it has shot up to number one on the list of Zimbabwe’s best-selling mid-size SUVs. So, you know, it’s got that…
It’s not a very good idea to get a lifted pickup—primarily because it’s a rather unattractive thing to do to a truck. But secondarily because if you ever try to crawl up into one while drunk, you’ll look even dumber than usual. Of course, you shouldn’t be trying to drive drunk to begin with—primarily because…
What’s New for the 2014 Volkswagen Eos For the 2014 model year, the Eos is getting more technology with VW’s Car-Net telematics system coming standard on every trim level. This will include security and convenience features, such as roadside assistance and remote vehicle access. 2014 Volkswagen Eos Exterior The 2014 Eos give everyone the opportunity…
Got any spare cash lying around? We’re talking $200K+ here… The Audi R8 is renowned for its performance prowess and low-to-the-ground athletic build. Thanks to the first Iron Man film, the German sports car became synonymous with the hero as it got tons of exposure as Tony Stark’s go-to vehicle. Now, 10 years later, the…
Dodge has some of the toughest vehicles in the industry featured throughout its lineup. Such vehicles need tough-sounding names to match their performance capabilities. Throughout the company’s 117-year history, names like “Challenger” and “Durango” have commanded respect. But how exactly were these names chosen by Dodge? Here at The News Wheel, we did some digging into…
Photo: GM Redesigned for the 2020 model year, the Chevrolet Tracker has been a huge hit in Brazil. Now, the sporty subcompact crossover holds the honor of being the nation’s best-selling SUV for the months of April and May. But its successes don’t stop there — the model continues to smash sales records in the…
The $170,000 bid for the first 2017 Corvette Grand Sport will be given to charity Photo: © General Motors The 2017 Corvette Grand Sport turned heads when it was introduced at the Geneva Motor Show, but it’s the $170,000 it collected at the recent Barrett-Jackson auction that means the most when it comes to cancer…
2013 Ford Fiesta The 2013 Ford Fiesta comes with a restructured options sheet to give buyers an easier time getting exactly what they want or need. 2013 Ford Fiesta Exterior The 2013 Ford Fiesta features strong character lines on both the four-door sedan and five-door hatchback models. Bright paint colors are available and the least-expensive…
Are you ready to configurate? Because it’s time to configurate. What are we configurating, you ask? Why, we’re diving into the 2015 Acura TLX configurator, wherefrom we will do all sorts of configurating. Oh, the joy of that silly, not-at-all real word. Never before has a made-up word brought about so much joy. Right from…
Photo: Honda The 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid is now available at dealerships across the United States with a starting MSRP of $33,400 and an all-electric driving range of 47 miles. Under the hood is a 1.5-liter Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder engine that can be used as either a direct power source or as a generator for…
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