Congratulations! You’ve successfully raised your children, put them through school, and gotten them to move out of your house. Now it’s time to turn in that minivan (which is on its last leg) for a replacement car. Before you go and celebrate your freedom with the sports coupe you’ve always wanted, you have to consider how the…
Despite their ordinary appearance, seat belts have an intriguing origin story Photo: The News Wheel It’s easy to take modern seat belts for granted — but they weren’t always a standard safety feature in vehicles. Here’s a brief glimpse at the fascinating history of car seat belts. Quality Parts: Order new parts for your vehicle…
So fresh and so clean (clean) My wife is currently in the process of preparing to sell her SUV in hopes of upgrading to a newer vehicle with more advanced features (and fewer concerns about major maintenance). Part of that process involves cleaning it inside and out, with the cabin being much more of a…
Just look at it. It’s glorious! I’m not quiet about my dream of stepping foot in Cuba one day. Its sultry air, the colorful architecture, and—not going to lie—the never-ending supply of mojitos appeal to something in me that just can’t be ignored. But really, one of the main reasons I dream of Cuba is…
Make the most of your family’s one vehicle by going with a few smart features If your family is considering going down to just one vehicle for environmental reasons, financial reasons, or both, there are a few key characteristics to look for in your ride. Here are four features that will make your family’s one-car…
2019 Mercedes-Benz at the 2018 Paris Motor Show Photo: Matti Blume under CC BY-SA 4.0 Luxury and safety make for great companions on the roadways. This shows as the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announced three 2019 Top Safety Pick+ awards for Mercedes-Benz models, including the GLC, GLE-Class, and E-Class 4-door sedan. Learn More: About the…
When you invest in a luxury car, you’re expecting a lot — powerful performance, outstanding style, a comfortable cabin, and advanced technology features. And, of course, you want your luxury car to go the distance. According to U.S. News & World Report, if you’re looking for reliability, you need to consider the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS,…
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Toyota’s new app could go a long way toward helping parents keep their children safe… The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) recently tested the effectiveness of… BMW vehicles are known for their sportiness and luxury, two things that… As the country observes National Child Passenger Safety Week this week, embedded…
Last June was the 30th anniversary celebration of the 80s hit film Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. The teen comedy is shown on cable television almost constantly and is a favorite for many. Aside from the time traveling DeLorean of Back to the Future fame, the car that Ferris and Cameron “borrow” from Cameron’s dad was…
Don’t let this happen to you Photo: Audrey via CC Imagine stepping outside and seeing broken glass surrounding your car. Your heart stops and you feel a huge knot in your stomach. Break-ins are one of the most upsetting and infuriating crimes to happen to a vehicle owner. After you’ve taken into account what has…
It’s hard to believe that, over the past century, automobiles have evolved from newfangled contraptions into an inseverable aspect of our daily lives. The concurrent advancement of motion pictures led to the visual chronicling of humanity’s love affair with automobiles through numerous films that depict cars (and our relationship with them) in insightful ways. While everyone has their favorite…
2017 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback RS Since a car is more like a mobile office, home, and entertainment center, it’s easy to forget that we are often carting around valuable items like computers, cellphones and the kid’s iPad. And, in the chaos of getting from point A to point Z (and all the points in between)…
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In a move that’s sure to delight drag-racing enthusiasts, Chevrolet Performance is… With its new RM19 Racing Midship sports car protoype, Hyundai is making… Chevrolet is debuting the Corvette C8.R at Rolex 24. Not only will… Nissan has set the U.S. sticker price for four 2020 Nissan GT-R… Canada got its first glimpse of Cadillac’s…
2019 Hyundai Tucson Photo: Hyundai Car and Driver magazine is recognizing six Hyundai vehicles with Editors’ Choice Awards for 2019. For these awards, an expansion of the magazine’s 10Best Cars for 2019, Car and Driver’s editors assessed nearly 500 vehicles, selecting the leading models for each segment. Winners were chosen based on criteria like safety,…
If you’re not pumped about FIA Formula E Championship yet, let me explain why it’s a big deal. Intended to generate buzz about new electric cars, the FIA Formula E Championship will function as the counterpart to the Formula 1 series but will feature single-seat, electric race cars. The global event will take place in multiple cities around…
This article contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, The News Wheel may earn a small commission when you click on links and complete qualifying purchases. You can read our full disclaimer here. Slobber. Fur. The occasional hairball. For pet owners, these tend to be the precious memories pets leave behind in your car whenever you…
Every year, car enthusiasts from around the country flock to Detroit for the annual North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). This is where top automakers bring their newest models, most innovative concept cars, and latest advancements in automotive technology. Last year’s show was highlighted by vehicles like the Buick Avista Concept and the 2017 Lincoln…
Death Race 2050, the reboot of Roger Corman’s cult classic Death Race 2000, hits Blu-ray and VOD this Tuesday. Starring Malcom McDowell (A Clockwork Orange), Manu Bennett (Arrow), Marci Miller (Days of Our Lives), and Yancy Butler (Witchblade), Death Race 2050 modernizes the original’s premise of a dystopian future where the highest form of entertainment…
Photo: Porsche Porsche presented a new VR experience at the Next Visions Day at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt, giving attendees a taste of what the next generation of in-car entertainment could entail. When getting inside a Porsche equipped with the technology, passengers would be able to choose between 2D and 3D experiences. In…
2020 Chevrolet Sonic If you’re ready to buy your first car the options seem endless. Thankfully, U.S. News & World Report has narrowed down the 22 Best Choices for a First New Car in 2020. And no surprise, a Chevy model — the 2020 Chevrolet Sonic — has made the cut. Car Care 101: How…
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Traveling with your pooch poses certain complications. You need ample space, a spot to keep him safe, an easy way to get him in and out, and cleaning tools that can wrangle the mess your dog brings in and creates. If your time on the road often includes your furry family member,…
No matter what industry you’re in, a 50th anniversary is a pretty big deal. This week at the Chicago Auto Show, Subaru threw a party to celebrate its 50 years in business in the United States. Members of The News Wheel staff at the brand’s press conference were treated to some pretty amazing cupcakes, but even…
Are you considering selling your extra vehicles and downsizing to becoming a… Seattle gets a new app-based car rental service this spring. Here’s what… California has long sustained a reputation for its stringent efficiency regulations as…
Photo: mohamed hassan via CC This should go without saying, but there’s nothing even remotely amusing about car crashes. According to Driver Knowledge, 6 million people experience crashes every year, and more than 90 people die every day in car-related incidents. For all of the tragedy these figures represent, they can spur on creativity. Some…
All-new Chevy Trax small SUV joins Chevy’s small vehicle lineup. At the New York International Auto Show last month, Chevrolet unveiled the all-new Chevy Trax small SUV to be added to Chevy’s growing small car lineup in the United States, as well as in China. General Motors believes this is a strong move, as the…
Photo: Hyundai The all-new 2020 Hyundai Palisade just racked up another award, winning the Cars.com 2020 Three-Row SUV Challenge. Cars.com Editor-in-Chief Jenni Newman had strong praise for the eight-passenger Palisade. “It’s easy to see why it won the title with its premium materials, a pleasant driving experience, and plenty of room,” she noted. “On top…
Chevrolet’s latest version of the popular Trax crossover was introduced to Indonesia last month. The new Trax is redesigned with new front and rear fascias on the outside, a new console and redesigned cockpit on the inside, more technology, better performance, and overall improved quality. “The Trax has always been an exceptional performer. Although the…
Photo: Hyundai Continuing their winning ways, the 2020 Hyundai Palisade and 2020 Hyundai Sonata were recently honored with Best Car Buy Awards from Driving Today. The Palisade won for Best Family SUV and overall Best Car Buy, while the Sonata was named Best Family Car. “We’re honored to receive Driving Today’s Best Buy Awards for…
Photo: Hyundai The all-new 2020 Hyundai Palisade just added to its enviable shelf of awards, taking home the first annual CarBuzz Family Fun Award for its affordability, spaciousness, and drivability. To win the award, Hyundai’s flagship SUV had to meet three criteria, which it did in impressive fashion. First, the winning vehicle must be fun…
It is true that stability control is traction control, but did you know that all traction control isn’t necessarily stability control? Photo: © Niall Kennedy If you own a car, truck, or SUV that was built in 2012 or later, chances are you’ve seen the traction control or electronic stability control (ESC) button in your…
Photo: Grant Benson A crime story from Florida starts similarly to a fictional story, innocent enough and relatively relatable: 62-year-old Delores Graham wanted to take a nap. While many of us can sympathize with the urge to get some shut-eye, it’s harder to relate to her chosen spot for snoozing: a car parked at on an auto…
Cuba has a certain air surrounding that is an odd mixture of excitement, color, and mystery. There is a vitality of life within Cuban culture that is evident even to those who have never been to the country. It is this vitality that is captured in Tom Cotter and Bill Warner’s Cuba’s Car Culture. It’s…
You’ve done it. You’ve invested in your dream car. Years of hard work, personal sacrifice, and daring risks in your life and business have led you here. Maintaining your new luxury car requires a bit more upfront work than regular automobiles, which goes without saying. It also goes without saying that your dream will be…
Widely regarded as the most popular Monopoly playing piece–especially by overly-competitive men–the single-seat, open-wheel racing car is preferred by 1 out of 4 players of America’s beloved board game. But where did this retro token come from? And what real car was the inspiration for its rounded rear, long side headers, and flared cowling? Find out! History…
The portable, light-weight mifold Grab-and-Go Booster Seat Photo: mifold Grab a mifold and hit the road! Photo: mifold What if you could make your child’s booster seat smaller, portable, and yet just as safe? That’s the approach that mifold, The Grab-and-Go Booster Seat has taken to make child safety easier. Back in November, we first introduced our readers to…
Photo: Audi Audi is on a winning streak — for the 10th time at the World Car Award, the brand with four rings has taken home the top prize. Previous award-winning models have included the A8, R8, A6, and TT, but this year, it was time for the Audi A7 Sportback to take center stage….
Rear-seat entertainment systems have been a bit of an interesting addition to vehicles—I personally can remember riding in the back seat of my grandpa’s big van and watching a video version of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” on a family road trip up through Michigan (I was kind of a weird kid). However, for Mazda, rear-seat…
When I was growing up, my family never flew on airplanes when we went on vacation. Instead, we drove to all of our vacations, spending many weekends in the car driving through adjacent states. To make our drives more interesting (and to discourage us from burying our faces in our Game Boys), our parents bought us Rubberneckers….
Cuba is full of museum-worthy, old-school cars that will make any car enthusiast drool Photo: Franck Vervial If you want to take a step back into automotive time, then you need to go to Cuba. That’s a rule in the automotive industry. Havana itself is beautiful, with its brightly colored—if slightly dusty—buildings and milling streets,…
Photo: The News Wheel Whether it was caused by a grocery cart in a parking lot or a pebble on the highway, a scratch in your car’s paint can spoil its appearance and make it susceptible to long-term rust. If the damage abundant, it’s a wise idea to contact a body shop to repair the…
While most dogs love car rides, some experience anxiety and motion sickness from automobile trips around town. Here are some tips for easing your furry friend’s stress so you both can enjoy fun, relaxing car rides. Find the Perfect Ride for Your Pup: Check out these dog-friendly SUVs If your dog seems altogether spooked by…
A middle-aged woman named Karen stands on stage with Drew Carey, the two of them sporting matching black horn-rimmed glasses. Lest one lose track of who’s who, Karen distinguishes herself by wearing a green tee shirt that reads, “By Way of Chicago Through Las Vegas, We Had Our Pets Spayed And Neutered.” I turn to…
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This one is a big no-no. In the 1940s, America’s fastest food option was the drive-in. Like you see in various nostalgic movies, these restaurants had customers drive up and park, and then brought the food to them on a platter that clipped onto car windows. However, by the late ’40s, this system had been in…
Father’s Day is less than a week away. Perhaps you’re planning on spending some quality time with your dad, or maybe you live far away and will have to settle for a check-in via Skype. Perhaps you’re a new father and plan on celebrating with your brand new baby, or maybe you’re a father of…
Photo: Tracie Hall Whether you’re on a cross-country road trip or a quick run to the park, having a pet along for the ride can make driving a little more fun. According to a survey by the American Automobile Association, over 80 percent of dog owners drive with their pets in the car — but…
You’ve spent months looking for a used car that’s within your budget… Whether it’s because of a messy spill, the previous owner, or years… I appreciate the cleaning power of the Magic Eraser. It works wonders… This article contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, The News Wheel… If you suffer from allergies or live…
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