The 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan The 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the perfect first luxury car for someone looking to break into the segment. While not Mercedes’ most expensive option, it still packs a lot of elegance into its much more affordable package. You can drive the all-new 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class as a sedan only; the…
Honda introduced its updated HR-V subcompact crossover for the 2016 model year and it instantly became a hit, moving 82,041 units in the US last year alone. While this model may look similar to the larger Honda CR-V, the new HR-V actually shares its underpinnings with the Honda Fit. As you might have guessed, the…
Volkswagen has introduced the 2018 Atlas with a nifty slogan: “this size fits all.” While the full-size SUV provides drivers with 96.8 cubic feet of storage space and seating for up to seven people, the new Atlas is an extremely versatile SUV. With a V6 engine and a 5,000-pound towing capacity, it’s there to help you…
Volkswagen makes well-engineered, robust vehicles, and the Tiguan crossover is no exception. Sharing the same platform as the VW Golf, this two-row seater is celebrating its 10-year production anniversary with a new generation–in Europe, at least. Sporting some much-needed updates to remain competitive in the global market, the latest Tiguan is a fine entry in the VW lineup…
The BMW 3 Series sees little change for the 2013 model year thanks to its full redesign the year before. Power front seats are now standard, along with a new M Sport equipment line and the return of the xDrive all-wheel-drive system. The 320i trim level is new for the sedan body style, while the…
Big Chief didn’t let one crash scare him away from racing Street Outlaws cast member Justin “Big Chief” Shearer survived a terrifying car crash a few months ago that destroyed his beloved Pontiac LeMans, but the reality television star recovered quickly and surprised many of his fans by recently unveiling a new racecar. Celebrity Rides: Have…
“Look Out, He’s Right Behind You!”: Runaway Tire Attacks Innocent Woman in China Sometimes people get injured on the highway because of their own careless behavior – for example, the careless motorcyclist from last month who took a tumble because he was engaging in illegal lane-splitting. Other times, a person is just very, very, very,…
Driving over ice is dicey business, and it can end in disaster if not done correctly. While there are whole series of shows on the History Channel dedicated to professionals who make their living taking semi trucks over ice roads, those winter thoroughfares are heavily monitored and maintained to ensure that drivers are as safe…
In light of the recent news that the 2016 Honda Civic Sedan has won the North American Car of the Year award and received the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) Top Safety Pick+ rating, Honda has announced the release of four new videos which show the benefits of Honda Sensing technologies available on every…
The world of the Muppets is filled with colorful characters–and equally colorful cars. From their original television show to their newest television show–and every movie in between–there’s bound to be a vehicle that sticks in your memory. For us at The News Wheel, these are our top six Muppet cars. For this list, we’re excluding…
People do crazy things for cheese Photo: Alpha In this day and age, thanks to our law enforcement agents, we don’t have legendary criminals like John Dillinger running around. For the most part, huge heists like the bank robbers of the 1920s pulled off are now nigh-on impossible outside of Mission Impossible and The Fast…
When you’re involved in a car accident, you may consider repairing the damage yourself to save money. But trying to repair a car by yourself can turn out to be a disaster if you don’t know what you’re doing. Oftentimes, it’s better to leave car body repair to professionals such as the San Diego body…
What a testament to the beauty of nature and a spectacular jerk Got a joke for ya. Where does a 10,000 pound elephant sit? Give up? It sits wherever the hell it wants, but also on your car. At least that’s where an elephant might sit if, say, you were driving around the Khao Yai…
A rare occurrence of Clarkson liking a Toyota Yesterday’s news about the BBC firing Jeremy Clarkson from Top Gear elicited a number of responses from people across the interwebs. Some people were happy, and thought that the BBC had finally done the right thing regarding a controversial figure who was always getting in trouble. It’s…
[wptab name=’WRX Road Rage’] Subaru WRX’s road rage caught on camera Watch the Subaru WRX Road Rage video here Here’s the thing about being an assclown on the road: someone’s probably watching you. And when your assclownery borders on illegal, you’re probably going to get in trouble for it. That’s right—gone are the days you…
Paul Yearly was likely incredibly happy with his purchase after he picked up a used fourth-generation Mustang earlier this year. After he found himself unconscious behind the wheel, tearing through farmland and coming perilously close to driving straight into highway traffic, he was likely incredibly happy to come away alive. Yearley’s video, viewed more than…
The 2016 Honda Civic concept that debuted in New York last week Last week, we (joyously) reported the news that America was finally getting a freaking Honda Civic Type R. Well, that news is still true, but it now comes with a slight addendum: America is finally getting a freaking Honda Civic Type R…in a…
GM’s self-driving Chevy Bolt Photo: Digital Trends Self-driving vehicles have brought up a number of hotly-debated topics to the automotive industry, including whether or not self-driving cars will work on roads with human drivers on them, how people around the car will know what it is trying to do, or even whether or not self-driving…
Last year, Toyota was crowned champion of the World Endurance Championship, making the brand the first-ever Japanese company to win the title. The automaker’s race car—the TS040 Hybrid—played a major part in this success, and now Toyota has revealed an updated version ready to take on the competition in the 2015 race series. The updated…
Chevy driver Kevin Harvick was all smiles after his first win of the 2016 season Photo: © Parker Anderson Team Chevy driver Kevin Harvick managed to edge Carl Edwards’ racecar by just 0.01 seconds in order to win Sunday’s race at Phoenix International Raceway. Harvick dominated the second half of the race, as his No….
Dodging flames is just part of the day job. Are you ready for a live stunt show? At Walt Disney World’s Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show, that’s exactly what you’ll get. Witness as a director pieces together a European spy thriller by instructing over 30 stunt drivers to careen, jump, and even dodge explosions…
April is National Distracted Driving Month, and a time to reflect on some sobering statistics—like the fact that car crashes are the leading cause of death for 14-18 year olds in the United States. To help reduce the number of tragedies caused by teen car accidents, Kia Motors of America is continuing to team with…
Photo: ©Toyota A total of 11 Toyota and Lexus models were included in the 2018 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick award winners. The new Camry outdid them all by earning the Top Safety Pick+ award, the IIHS’s highest distinction and one much harder to earn in 2018. This year, only 15…
Distracted driving is fueling a significant number of teen car crashes While some young people reportedly enjoy having sex while driving, some of their nerdier (albeit equally reckless) peers apparently like to do homework when they get behind the wheel. Many teen drivers are also applying makeup, switching out contact lenses, and even changing clothes…
General Motors Chairman and CEO Mary Barra Last week brought news that China is taking the lead when it comes to phasing out petroleum-fueled cars. Mary Barra, chief executive of General Motors, spoke in Shanghai this past Friday both in response to this industry news and to share the company’s current emphasis on rolling out…
Formula 1 driver, Mika Häkkinen Photo: André Zehetbauer The fact that the most-decorated Formula 1 driver of all-time says Mika Häkkinen was the only driver he ever feared and the one he most respected should tell you all you need to know, but to define the Flying Finn only by comparison to Michael Schumacher wouldn’t…
Formula 1 driver Nigel Mansell, in all his moustachey goodness Photo: Stuart Seeger This week’s Formula 1 profile covers Nigel Mansell, a man with a mustache so glorious a single look at him could make anyone go, “Yep, he’s British.” Jokes aside, Mansell was statistically the most successful British driver of all time until Lewis…
This week, AAA released its 2015 Green Car Guide, which ranks 88 new vehicles not just by their efficiency and emissions, but by factors including ride quality, roominess, and crashworthiness, among others. Ford landed nine vehicles on the list, the foremost of these being the 2015 F-150 Supercab Lariat, which was named the greenest pickup…
The beginning of the year is an exciting time for gearheads, not just because of auto show season being in full swing, but also because of the awards being handed out to automakers left and right. This is when the best of the best are recognized in the auto market, and it’s the perfect time…
Caroline the dog recently drove her humans’ 1988 Dodge Ram into a swimming pool Last month, a sheepdog in Scotland named Don managed to hijack his human’s tractor and drive it straight into highway traffic, possibly on the hunt for bones (though we can’t be sure, because Don can’t talk). Not to be outdone by…
Well, the new Star Wars: The Force Awakens teaser trailer has just been released (and no, for better or worse, it’s not a RickRoll this time). In case you haven’t seen it yet, here ya go: Obviously, everyone here at the office is really jazzed about this two-minute teaser. Unfortunately, we write for an automotive…
There’s no denying that the Volkswagen Beetle is a classic model with a lot of history behind it. An iconic name doesn’t mean that this vehicle is stuck in the past, however. With power, advanced features, and comfortable interior, the Beetle is ready to impress the modern car buyer. The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle is available…
Low Speed Crash Simulator The streets in India can be chaotic. With so many pedestrians, animals, motorcycles, and cars fighting for the same space on rough roads, driving in India can be a dangerous task. Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. is doing its part to educate the growing population of new drivers on how to drive…
During Super Bowl XLIX, Nissan aired its first Super Bowl ad in a decade, titled “With Dad.” The 90-second spot covered the challenges of being a race car driver and a father to the backdrop of Harry Chapin’s famous “Cat’s In The Cradle” song, and revealed two new Nissan cars: the 2016 Maxima and the…
In all honesty, the 370Z is why we like Nissan. Sure, its electric LEAF is practical and its many sedans are dependable, but only the 370Z is truly likable. A stark departure from the rest of the brand’s humdrum lineup, the uniquely styled and athletically equipped 370Z has kept the brand invigorated for almost a decade….
Toyota Safety Sense packages Toyota had a busy time last week at the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Not only did the automaker unveil the eighth hybrid to grace its lineup in the RAV4 Hybrid, but it also donated a brand new modified RAV4 to US Army veteran Alfredo Delossantos. And on top of…
2015 Spanish Grand Prix Recap: Don’t Count Rosberg Out The Spanish Grand Prix is always an important one. It’s the first European race on the calendar and a favorite among teams as a testing ground. It pushes the cars to the limit in a number of ways that other tracks don’t and it’s the race…
Ford will be rolling out the third annual iteration of its nationwide EcoBoost® Challenge, which will span 17 cities across the country and provide current and potentially future customers with the opportunity to test their skills in five different driving experiences. As an added bonus, those who participate in the EcoBoost Challenge will be able…
As the smallest sports activity vehicle in BMW’s lineup, the X1 is a popular choice for buyers who want the luxury and performance of the brand without paying excessively for a large SUV or high-end sedan. If you’re interested in a BMW that’s suitable for your family and budget, the 2018 BMW X1 is a…
The 2016 MINI Convertible is offered in two trims: Cooper and Cooper S. The base Cooper model starts at $25,950, and the Cooper S starts at $29,600. [wptab name=”What’s New”] Introducing the 2016 MINI Convertible What’s New for the 2016 MINI Convertible? The 2016 MINI Convertible improves over the previous model year with a more athletic…
The 2016 Chevy Spark is a subcompact hatchback with a starting MSRP of $12,660. The Spark features a more cultured exterior design in 2016 and also features a new engine under the hood. The new Spark competes in the same segment as the Fiat 500, Ford Fiesta, and Honda Fit. Cars Lingo: This is how to…
A drunken NASCAR closed captioning device has fun with pitcher Jeff Samardzija‘s name An unusual thing happened during last night’s Fox Sports 1 broadcast of the second NASCAR race at Daytona. This: Yes, like HAL 9000 being deactivated, last night’s NASCAR closed captioning started losing his mind, Dave. The Adventures in Closed Captioning lasted five…
The 2015 Honda Civic sedan What’s New for the 2015 Honda Civic Sedan? There isn’t much change between the 2014 and 2015 Honda Civic Sedan. Other than a relatively insignificant price increase, the 2015 model has a new SE trim level. The new trim includes Continuously Variable Transmission, Honda’s LaneWatch, smart keyless access, push button…
© General Motors On the outside, the Buick Avenir Concept represents a potential sneak preview and the future of the brand and—with any luck—a look at what an actual flagship sedan might actually look like. On the inside, however, the story is no different: the Avenir uses superior materials to achieve its superlative design, giving…
Another season begins! This will be the first of a series of recap articles covering the 2015 Formula 1 season, so if you’re a huge fan of the greatest motorsport in the world (hey, I’m biased), make sure to come back to The News Wheel after every Grand Prix weekend! Last Sunday’s race took place…
Image: Brevard County Fire Rescue Sometimes you are the pigeon, and sometimes you are the statue. One person probably feeling very statuesque is the owner of a home in Suntree, Florida, where a car jumped a ditch, ran over a sidewalk, plowed through the bushes, and crashed right through the glass doors, through the living…
US Army Captain Steve Voglezon hailed as Captain America after saving two in NC car accident Contrary to what The Avengers might have you believe, you do not need a full-body, multi-colored leather costume to be a superhero. In fact, you can be a superhero in as little as khaki shorts and a Captain America…
The 2015 Chevy Silverado Custom General Motors is touting the crashworthiness of the 2015 Chevy Silverado, a pickup truck that they say has been expertly designed to save drivers time and money when they take it into the body shop for repairs. “Designing automobiles to be both durable and light weight is a challenge for…
Terrafugia’s Flying Car Photo: Brough Turner Companies hoping to build flying cars are keeping their hopes up. American firm Terrafugia has already started accepting deposits for its “Transition” car/plane, which it hopes to begin producing in 2017. In Slovakia, AeroMobil hopes to finalize its design and start accepting deposits in two years. In the Netherlands,…
The Beetle, the Bug, the Slug Bug, the Ladybug, the Turtle, The Bubble… no matter what you call it, “The People’s Car” has become an iconic, unmistakable car around the world. With its plump body, wide fenders, and round headlights, the Volkswagen Beetle remains a pillar of the automaker’s lineup year after year. [wptab name=”What’s…
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