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…
Uber and Lyft drivers can now unionize in Seattle Photo: Julien GONG Min Since its founding, Uber has claimed that its drivers are independent contractors and, therefore, aren’t capable of federal protections. Now, it looks like Uber drivers are getting their rights after all—at least in Seattle. Want to Start a Carpool? Follow these tips for…
Your car can have a new life as home decor or furniture! Photo: Debs (ò‿ó)♪ via CC You don’t need to be an interior decorating wizard to turn some recognizable automotive parts into your newest home decor. With a little bit of soldering, electrical wiring, and imagination, you can practically recycle your entire car into…
Tommi Makinen, team principal for Toyota’s World Rally Championship (WRC) team, has said he is more than willing to make a test seat available for Formula One world champion Kimi Räikkönen. “He hasn’t tested anything now, but why not?” Makinen asked. “If he wants to drive the car I can let him, no question.” Räikkönen…
Photo: Kaique Rocha As empowering as it can be to hop in a vehicle and cruise around town, sometimes you just want to take in the sights a bit more slowly and in a more earth-friendly way, by walking or biking. Or maybe you prefer to take the bus or a rideshare car when commuting…
You might want to invest in aftermarket products or accessory upgrades to enhance your car’s aesthetics or style. But, did you know that there are modifications that you can do to improve your car’s performance that won’t necessitate you driving only on a racetrack? Learn How: Mitsubishi and Google are teaming up to provide next-generation…
Photo: Joshua Rothhaas In the Lee-Miles neighborhood of Cleveland, an unfortunate aunt not only had her car stolen, but also her 5-year-old nephew. The incident happened at a Shell gas station around 2:15 pm on Wednesday. What the woman intended as likely an errand inside the gas station and back to her car turned into an…
Even before Lara Croft appeared in live action films as portrayed by Angelina Jolie, she was a celebrity. Having starred in multiple successful Playstation titles — beginning with Tomb Raider in 1996 — the fearless, adventurous video game heroine was a famous face (and body) in the late 1990s. Having become known for her globe-trotting, tomb-raiding escapades,…
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