2020 Chevrolet Spark Overview
Affordable, efficient, and fun to drive, the 2020 Chevrolet Spark is an excellent choice for driving in crowded cities and saving serious money at the gas pump. This pint-sized hatchback is available at four trim levels: LS, 1LT, 2LT, and ACTIV. Plucky Hatchback: See photos, specs, and more for the 2020 Chevrolet Spark Performance and […]
New Study Implies That Bold Exterior Colors Boost Resale Value
If you’re in the market for a new vehicle and want to maximize its resale value, you might want to think twice about going with a neutral exterior color. It turns out that hues like beige might reduce a vehicle’s resale value, instead of increase it. Smart Service: Know when it’s time for new tires […]
3 Summer Car Shows in South Carolina
Whether you prefer short day-trips or longer road-trips, driving to new destinations is a great way to beat midsummer boredom. While South Carolina boasts quite a few scenic locations to drive to, you can also head to a classic car show to help feed your passion for vehicles. Here are three auto-themed events in the […]
3 Summer Car Shows in Texas
Running out of family-friendly activities to keep busy with this summer? Consider attending one or more of these classic car shows in Texas. It’s a great way to increase your appreciation for vehicles and spark your children’s interest in cars. Drivetrain Diversity: Learn the difference between four-wheel and all-wheel drive 24th Annual Rock & Roll […]
3 of the Coolest Ice Cream Trucks in America
Nothing says summer like a fresh, frozen treat from the ice cream truck. Who hasn’t kicked off the season by eating Spongebob and Sonic’s melting faces and misplaced gumball eyes? While those treats are classics, if you want a change of pace, check out these three ice cream trucks. Brand New: Check out the first-ever […]
2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer Set to Arrive in Early 2020
The Trailblazer returns to the U.S. next year with an updated compact SUV design and plenty of state-of-the-art safety tech
For months, rumors of the Chevrolet Trailblazer returning to the U.S. have been spreading like wildfire. Still, it’s nice to get some official word on the subject, and that is precisely what Chevrolet has just provided. The 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer will reportedly arrive at dealerships in early 2020. The Trailblazer is the latest addition to […]
What’s the Best Way to Listen to Music in the Car?
Every drive deserves a soundtrack. What’s the best way to play yours?
Photo: The News Wheel You have many ways to listen to your favorite music in your car, from direct cable inputs to wireless transmissions. Not all connection methods are created equal, though. Why pay for a vehicle with a state-of-the-art 12-speaker audio system if you’ve connected your music device with a low-quality interface? If you want […]
Rumors of a Chevrolet Cavalier Rebirth Emerge
The Chevrolet Cavalier could be the latest in a line of classic Chevy nameplates to be reintroduced to the automaker's current lineup
Chevrolet has been reviving model names left and right recently, with nameplates like the Blazer and Trailblazer making triumphant returns. Word on the street is another classic Chevrolet moniker could be making a return: the Chevrolet Cavalier. Back in late March, Chevrolet officially filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office for the rights […]
GM Invests $300 Million, Adds 400 Jobs to the Orion Assembly Plant
GM's investment will go towards producing a new Chevrolet EV at the manufacturing plant
General Motors’ decision to unallocate several of its American and Canadian plants last year was nothing if not controversial. Still, GM has stated that it remains committed to U.S. manufacturing, and its latest announcement supports this claim. GM is investing $300 million and adding 400 new jobs to its Orion Assembly location. Chevrolet Model Updates: […]
Chevrolet’s Top 5 Best-Selling Vehicles of 2018
For Chevrolet, the story was simple in 2018: If the vehicle was a truck, sales either stayed flat or grew impressively. If it was a sedan, sales took a nosedive. Overall, Chevrolet’s sales numbers declined slightly for the year — about a 1.4% drop. But gains and losses at the individual models were much more […]
The Democratic Republic of the Congo Triples the Royalty Rate for Cobalt
Cobalt is a major component in the batteries that EVs use, and its increasing price could hinder EV development
Numerous automakers are predicting that electric vehicles will be the future of the industry, and have adjusted their product strategies accordingly. However, any number of factors could affect their efforts to develop such vehicles. The latest obstacle for EV developers to overcome is an increased royalty rate on cobalt imposed by the Democratic Republic of […]
Where Will GM Continue to Build Passenger Cars in the U.S.?
Following the closure of five GM facilities in the U.S. and Canada, the number of domestic GM locations that build sedans is on the decline
General Motors recently announced that it would be shutting down five of its North American facilities within the next year. That list of locations includes the Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly plant, the Lordstown Assembly factory, and the Oshawa plant out in Canada. Each of these plants specialized in producing many of GM’s sedans and passenger cars, demonstrating […]
A List of All the Cars That GM Just Cancelled
It's the end of an era for GM's sedans, as the automaker reportedly just discontinued the Impala, Cruze, Volt, LaCrosse, XTS, and CT6
Earlier today, General Motors announced that it would be closing down five of its plants within the next year. With GM’s locations in Lordstown, Ohio, Detroit-Hamtramck, Michigan, and Oshawa, Ontario, shutting down soon, that spells trouble for the automaker’s remaining passenger cars. Indeed, the automaker reportedly just cancelled six of its sedans. Buick’s Current Collection […]
Five Big Celebrities Who Can’t (Or Won’t) Drive
For most of us, driving is a part of our daily lives, and there is no shortage of celebrities on Instagram posing around their brand new cars. However, this is not universal, and there are several celebrities who, for whatever reason, don’t drive. Do You Drive? If so, check out the surprising speed of the […]
Trademarks Hint at Future GM AWD and Self-Driving Tech
Sometimes, it’s a lot of fun to speculate about the hidden future of automobiles, and through trademarks General Motors gives us plenty of traction to speculate. Take, for example, two new trademark names from the General: Sport Control AWD and Ultra Cruise. GM filed both of these trademarks on Sept. 20. Looking Ahead: Take an […]
2019 Chevrolet Colorado Overview
The Chevrolet Colorado is a mid-size truck, for those who want Chevy’s truck prowess, but don’t need the expense or size of the Silverado. Due to its popularity, it comes in a variety of forms, from the bare-bones base model to the luxurious Z71 model and off-road-ready ZR2. What’s New? Chevrolet is planning a refresh […]
Could Cadillac Be Coming to Australia?
After its launch in Australia was delayed by a decade, the luxury brand could finally be making its way to the Land Down Under
Back in 2009, General Motors had a plan to launch the Cadillac brand in Australia. However, the global recession that took place right around that time set those plans by the wayside. Still, GM hasn’t given up on bringing Cadillac to Australia just yet. Nearly a decade after the brand’s proposed launch, GM Vice President […]
2019 Chevrolet Trax Overview
The Chevrolet Trax is the brand’s compact urban-friendly crossover. It combines the versatility and ride height of a crossover with the footprint and comfortable ride of a compact passenger car, making it a vehicle for the urban dweller looking for a little more utility from their ride. Winter Is Coming: Be ready with these cold-weather […]