California Gives Unmanned Autonomous Car Test the Go-Ahead

California has been the birthplace of autonomous vehicle testing, first allowing Google to test its autonomous Koala cars on public streets four years ago. As Michigan gears up to get a hand in autonomous vehicle testing, California has signed a new bill that will keep it ahead of the curve by allowing autonomous vehicle testing…

Car-Related Gifts for Drivers Who Are Garage-Less

Are you a car owner lacking a garage? Or, do you have a driver in mind who has no covered structure to protect his ride? Then consider adding the following items recommended by Family Handyman writer Julia K. Porter to your shopping cart to improve your or your friend’s driving life. Car Maintenance Guide: Why…

There is a Cardboard Lexus You Can Drive

There are many things made out of cardboard besides boxes, such as chairs, tables, faux deer heads, lamp shades, and multitudes of holiday decorations. Now you can add a life-size Lexus IS sedan to that list. The idea of a cardboard Lexus might not sound too impressive, until we throw in the additional fact that…

Does Car Technology Make Roads More Dangerous?

Photo: The News Wheel With all of the new technology available in cars these days, the dream of the perfect road trip is more advanced than ever. Beyond hitting the road with the windows down and music playing, dashboard GPS systems and hands-free calling technology means you’ll likely never get lost or lonely.  Unfortunately, some…

Ford Mustang Named 2019 SEMA Car of the Year

California Pony Cars Ford Mustang GT Fastback Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford maintained its spot as one of the hottest brands to show its stuff at the SEMA show with yet another win at this month’s event. The Ford Mustang earned the title of 2019 SEMA Car of the Year, further cementing the pony car…

Team Fordzilla P1 is the Ultimate Virtual Car

Photo: Ford The Team Fordzilla P1 is what you get when gamers are asked to build a racing car. An absolutely bonkers, virtual-for-now concept that, if it were real, would probably smoke anything with four wheels on a race track. Ford will make a real-life scale model before the end of 2020, but unfortunately, it…

[PHOTOS] Chevy Debuts the 2021 Silverado HD Carhartt Special Edition

Photo: Chevrolet For the past several years, Chevrolet and Carhartt have collaborated on some pretty cool concept trucks — and now, the Silverado HD Carhartt Special Edition is about to become production models. Thanks to popular demand and an overwhelmingly positive response, you’ll soon be able to drive your very own 2021 Silverado HD Carhartt…