We have written a little bit about flying cars here on The News Wheel. Several companies such as Terrafugia and AeroMobil have boasted nearly finished or production-ready models. Others, like Uber, are even planning a future of airborne vehicles ferrying people to and fro. However, no matter how fun the plan sounds, flying cars are…
Fastening your seatbelt can greatly reduce your risk of crash-related injury or death There’s a reason why seat belts exist. They help reduce serious crash-related injuries and deaths by about half. But many drivers—particularly young ones—are neglecting to wear seat belts. In an attempt to increase seat belt usage, Toyota has developed an app called…
Alice Ramsey and her trusty ride America is land of the free and home of the brave. Part of that legacy is the fact that, unlike some countries, women have never been banned from driving cars. While women can drive, the American automotive culture as a whole is seen as male-dominated. On Women’s Equality Day,…
In the driver’s seat of the now-discontinued 2018 Buick Regal TourX To some car buyers, all used cars are the same. Once a single owner has driven a car, it’s no longer brand-new. For these shoppers, “Certified Pre-Owned” is just a fancy term for “used car.” But, that’s not true. The designation of CPO isn’t…
While crossover SUVs are quickly becoming the new car of soccer moms everywhere, the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan is still holding its own in the competitive family-friendly vehicle segment. This popular minivan offers plenty of third-row space, an abundance of cargo room, and a variety of technologies that are sure to keep both driver and…
While 3D printers have coined an array of items, from lamp fixtures to guitars to camera lenses, cars are one object that they haven’t produced yet—until now. Italian car manufacturer, XEV, and 3D printing materials developer, Polymaker, recently introduced the LSEV electric car. Although it’s still in the concept car stage, this 3D-printed marvel has…
You take many elements of modern vehicles for granted. Components that seem essential today — like seat belts, air conditioning, and automatic transmissions — were not included in vehicles until just recently. One such addition is the passenger side mirror, which you might be surprised to learn was only widely standardized a couple decades ago….
Photo: The News Wheel When you decide to shop for your next car, you’ll have to choose between buying a brand-new car fresh from the factory or a used car that’s been driven by other owners. There are benefits to both choices, depending on your personal lifestyle, budget, and overall preferences. Are You Shopping for…
Photo: Jared Grove Although right-hand drive cars in Canada aren’t as prevalent as they once were, some are still active on roadways. For the most part, it’s legal to drive one in many parts of the country. However, that doesn’t mean that driving a right-hand drive car is easy. Tackle the Great Outdoors: Behind the…
Photo: The News Wheel Whether you’re bringing your beloved rodent with you over the holidays or taking him to the vet for a checkup, it’s important that your small furry pet is safe and calm while riding in the car. Travelling with a gerbil, mouse, or hamster is much different than riding with a dog…
Chevrolet has introduced a slew of new concepts to start off the 2016 SEMA Show, with an emphasis on custom versions of the brand’s popular pickup trucks. Among them is a Chevy Silverado 1500 High Desert SEMA Show vehicle. Based on the High Desert package offered on 2017 Silverado 1500 LT, LTZ, and High Country models, the Silverado…
Today, Zipcar announced their new ONE>WAY service, which intends to take members on point-to-point trips within cities, as well as to and from certain airports. Because Zipcar, in planning out their new service, didn’t think it would be the best protocol to stick their customers in boring economy sedans, they’ve opted to make the 2015…
If you’re a recent graduate looking for a career path or an exhausted employee who’s worn down by the daily grind, you can turn your passion for cars into a career. The automotive industry is filled with fascinating, motivating opportunities that involve all types of vehicles in many different ways. Here are some career suggestions for…
Jan looks different in recent commercials… There are few automotive brand spokespeople we at The News Wheel love as much as Toyota Jan. Portrayed by actress and sketch comedian Laurel Coppock, the charming and sassy Jan — a receptionist at a busy Toyota dealership — goes out of her way to welcome potential customers and…
The release of the 2016 Chevy Volt is just around the corner, but the 2015 model is still earning some well-deserved praise of its own. In Consumer Reports’ annual list of “top picks,” the 2015 Volt was recognized as one of the best green cars of the year. Notice we say “one of” and not…
If you have a long commute and spend your day stuck at a desk, chances are you don’t have much time to exercise. That hour you spend behind the driver’s seat every day might feel like a sedentary waste of time, but it can actually be an opportunity to exercise. Try these simple ways to…
As Nissan gears up for the upcoming 44th Tokyo Motor Show, it knows that it can’t let itself be outdone on its own home turf. So, as part of its exhibit for the Motor Show, Nissan revealed its newest concept, built for the digital age: the Teatro for Dayz. This is Nissan’s attempt to design…
If there’s one thing longtime fans of the Gran Turismo franchise can say with any certainty, it’s “Wow, there are a helluva lotta Nissans in this game.” That would be absolutely correct: there have, to date, been 148 Nissan cars in Gran Turismo games available across four generations of PlayStation® consoles. (Note: the 2001 Nissan mm-R…
It’s not surprising that American audiences think our domestic cinema has a monopoly on high-octane car movies due to hits like The Fast and the Furious. In actuality, nations around the world have produced vehicle-centric films with just as much excitement and drama as those in American theaters. Want some examples? Here are some of…
Teaming up to convince teens to buckle up As far as vehicle safety goes, one of the most obvious tenets is to use your seatbelt. The good news is that seatbelt usage has been on the rise in recent years, with its highest level since the 1980s. The bad news is that seatbelt usage is still…
Genesis plans to introduce eight EVs and make its lineup all-electric by 2030 Photo: Genesis A new video from Genesis details the brand’s plans to offer a fully zero-emission lineup by 2030 — and to achieve carbon neutrality by 2035. Genesis Plugs In: Learn about the Electrified G80 sedan “Genesis is once again at the…
Volvo will be taking a driverless XC90 SUV to the November tests in Adelaide. Photo: Craig Piersma Add Volvo to the list of auto manufacturers that will be participating in the driverless car trials this November in Australia. The trials will be the first of several throughout the continent and will be taking place the same time…
It’s all part of the “van” If you noticed fewer kids ringing your doorbell for candy this past Halloween, then you are not alone. In many areas of the country, traditional trick-or-treating is taking a backseat to trunk-or-treating events. Said events involve members of the community handing out candy from the trunks of their vehicles…
The 2016 Pilot undergoes the small overlap frontal crash test Crash tests are a necessary and commonplace part of releasing a car on today’s market. Consumers rely on the scores and ratings produced by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to make educated buying decisions. Crash tests weren’t always…
Photo: The News Wheel If you spill a drink or smear sauce on your car seat, you’ll wind up with an unsightly blemish. The most effective way of cleaning stains is to prevent them from initially setting. Unfortunately, you don’t always have the opportunity to clean up a spill before it becomes a stain. Common…
Photo: The News Wheel Cars are lasting longer than ever before. And while a vehicle can rack up hundreds of thousands of miles on its odometer while remaining drivable, its interior can really start to show all that mileage. But that doesn’t mean you have to scrap your reliable ride to enjoy a comfortable driving…
For the lucky few, getting a new supercar out on the road and feeling the power of its engine under foot is a sensation unlike any other. That could all be set to change, however, with the news that all vehicles sold in Europe from 2022 onward must have in-built speed limiters. The legislation has…
Scissors are a handy item to keep inside of your car Photo: Taken via Pixabay If you tend to keep random objects in your car, you’re not alone. There’s one more item worth adding to the mix, though: scissors. Here are six good reasons to keep a pair inside of your vehicle. Confidence-Boosting Tools: Discover…
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. In the future, working from a car might be as common as working from home Photo: mentatdgt Maybe you work from home and…
Jaguar Land Rover “Mind Sense” capable Jaguar XJ Jaguar Land Rover is creating a new technology that makes the “drifting” scenes in Pacific Rim look timid. The English carmaker recently announced that a new technology is called “Mind Sense” earlier this week. Created to help reduce the number of accidents caused by drivers who are…
The 2022 Ford Maverick wins again Photo: Ford The 2022 Ford Maverick is like Hansel — so hot right now. It’s also got something else somewhat in common with Owen Wilson in that it makes a lot of people say wow. Recently, the Ford Maverick made the folks at Cars.com say wow enough that they…
Photo: Kia Kia is continually looking for ways to give back to people across the country as well as in its hometown area of Southern California. The “Give It Everything” initiative started in 2019 and was followed up by “Accelerate the Good” last year when the COVID-19 pandemic began. The latest charitable action from Kia…
With just three more weeks till Halloween, many people are already busy gathering hordes of candy as well as accessories and gear for costumes. While decorating your house and your person for the holiday, don’t forget to decorate your vehicle! We’ve gathered some ghoulish ways to dress your vehicle in haunt-worthy holiday attire. Ranging from semi-spooky to freakishly-fantastic,…
2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line Photo: Kia The Carbon Trust was developed in the late ’90s and currently works with businesses and governments to align their climate change strategies in order to meet the Paris Agreement goals. The organization also provides certifications to companies committed to reducing their carbon footprint. Recently, the upcoming Kia EV6 all-electric…
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang : Nemms Just as cars are essential to our real lives, they are important for fictional characters as well. Whether they are symbols or simply a setting for a scene, these vehicles act as plot devices that drive musicals forward. In this series, we’ll take a look at some live and…
The new 2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Cabriolet will be the first open-top flagship four-seater from Mercedes since 1971 Yesterday, Mercedes-Benz announced a successful month of sales (31,250 units, up 3.2% over August of last year), but the good news of its high sales figures was quickly drowned out by even bigger news: we’re finally getting the…
Being stuck in traffic is the absolute worst. Today in Seattle, a tanker truck carrying butane rolled over on I-5, which means that the roadway had to be shut down in both directions so that the very careful process of safely picking the truck up and setting its highly-flammable cargo to rights could begin. While…
Did you recently purchase a new 2015 F-150? Do you enjoy the way the comfortable cloth seats feel? Would you be incredibly surprised if I were to tell you that those seats are made up of reused plastic water bottles? Well, they are. The cloth Ford uses in the seats of the F-150 is comprised…
Nestled in between Cincinnati and Columbus is the Gem City of Dayton, Ohio. Famous for being the hometown of aviation pioneers Orville and Wilbur Wright, this city is also well-known in the automotive industry for being the home of America’s Packard Museum, which was ranked as one of Car Collector Magazine’s “Top Ten” automotive museums….
Photo: The News Wheel You know those times when you’re sitting in the passenger seat of your friend’s car and you go to lean forward, and your seat belt locks up? Wiggle and tug as you might, the seat belt won’t loosen up and, in fact, ends up becoming increasingly constricting. Why in the world…
Cars, trucks, and SUVs release a lot of toxins into the air, and drivers and their passengers are susceptible to the dangerous effects of this air pollution every time they get behind the wheel or take their passenger seat. In other words, your commute may not be just raising your blood pressure and stress levels,…
The Parrot Jumping Sumo takes remote-controlled action to new heights Photo:CorridorDigital via YouTube Forget that special last night on television; if you want to see a real toy story, check out Corridor Digital’s latest masterpiece, “MiniDrones Blew Up My Toys!” The epic short film features all the suspense, pathos, and excitement of a summer blockbuster–only…
Every car runs into maintenance problems sooner or later. But, as the universe doesn’t seem to care what time of year it is, you may find yourself without air conditioning in your car during the summer months. Whether your car’s A/C has been broken for ages or it just went out this past week, there…
2019 Nissan Kicks Photo: Nissan The Nissan Kicks continues to be a popular SUV in the Nissan lineup, and according to the experts at U.S. News & World Report, it is also a good option for drivers who are vertically-challenged. Earning a 7.8 out of 10 U.S. News Overall Score, the 2019 Nissan Kicks easily…
To get ahead with car buyers, automakers are looking for ways to innovate their vehicles to create something that their competitors can’t match. The term “one of a kind” is never more apt than when applied to a custom Nissan Patrol crafted by Dubai’s King of Customs. So what makes this particular Patrol so special? …
Let me tell you about my day on Wednesday. The first part went pretty normally, coming to work, doing some writing, attending meetings and such. However, once I left work, things got decidedly less all right, as I drove halfway across the state to rescue my very bug-averse fiancée, who had discovered an infestation of…
Movin’ right along, footloose and fancy-free… Photo: CGP Grey via CC Way back in 1976, The Muppet Show hit the airwaves and started a global phenomenon. Of course, this wasn’t the first project to feature Jim Henson’s irascible creations — Kermit in particular dates all the way back to the 1950s. Nevertheless, it was The…
Face mask Photo: leo2014 via Pixabay Like many major cities, Los Angeles has been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic. Tina Lam, the Program Manager for Brand Experience at Mazda North American Operations, set out to help her local community. In the spirit of Mazda’s ethos of putting people first, Lam and her friends began…
Photo: GMC A redesign can bolster a vehicle to greater popularity and award-worthy attention. The editors at U.S. News & World Report picked six 2021 models whose redesign set them apart. The GMC Yukon easily took a spot on its list of The 6 Most Improved Cars of 2021. Available Now: 2021 GMC Yukon “The…
The 2021 Buick Enclave Photo: Buick The 2021 GMC Acadia, Yukon, and 2021 Buick Enclave models landed on the U.S. News & World Report’s list of “SUVs With the Best Third-Row Seats in 2021.” To rank highly on this list, each SUV needed to have plenty of legroom and easily accommodate both kids and adults…
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