Historically, the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve rarely fails to produce an exciting Canadian Grand Prix, but unfortunately the exception was in full effect this time around. As so frequently seems to be the case, the Formula One race opened with a massive crash on the first lap, which promptly ushered in the safety car. After that,…
The 2017 Cadillac ATS is the luxury automaker’s best-selling car. Blessed with stylish good looks, two lively engine options, and enough tech equipment to make Silicon Valley jealous, it’s not hard to see why this model has become so popular. Initially released for the 2013 model year, the ATS has grown up a lot since…
2014 Malibu’s 5-star Safety The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced that the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu has earned the highest-possible 5-star Overall Vehicle Score as part of its New Car Assessment Program. The 2014 Malibu’s 5-star safety status was earned primarily due to a litany of available and standard active and passive safety…
Before you hit the open road for your summer family or solo road trip, you know that you should give your car a proper check-up, right? That means checking that the oil has been changed if necessary and that other fluids in your car are at their proper levels, testing the air conditioner, packing an…
The 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV is luxury SUV with a starting MSRP of $72,790. The Cadillac Escalade ESV features the same powerful V8 engine and luxurious interior as the regular Escalade, but the ESV model is approximately 20 inches longer than the standard version. The 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV is available in four trim levels: Standard,…
We all have impossible dreams—like when you were a kid, you always wanted to drive the ice cream truck, because then you would have all the ice cream you wanted. Then maybe you wanted to work at the toy store, because then you would get so many toys. Do Habitat for Humanity People Get Houses?…
Drunk driving is indefensible. There’s really not a lot else that you can say about it. Driving drunk is an activity that should never be undertaken by anyone anywhere under any circumstances. There are no excuses. It’s an activity reserved for the grossly irresponsible, and each and every death and injury that results from drunk…
Photo: amber.kennedy via CC Speeding drivers had been causing quite the stir in one Montana neighborhood. Aside from adding noise pollution, they posed a threat to the safety of local children, cyclists, pets, and pedestrians. Tired of lead-foot drivers tearing through the area, one plucky grandma took matters into her own hands. Hatching a plan…
Photo: Howcast Motorcycle tires aren’t something you think about on a daily basis, but it’s important to note that paying attention to those black pieces of rubber could just save your life. While you may put off replacing your old tires because you think yours are still good or can’t afford a quality pair, it’s…
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…
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