Photo: Honda Colon Herta, one of six rookies who will participate in the 103rd running of the Indianapolis 500, qualified ahead of all other Honda drivers, beating several former winners in the process. Honda drivers made up 18 of the 33 total who qualified for the 2019 race, including seven previous winners and six rookies….
Attending the Indy 500 was an exciting but exhausting experience. My fiancée and I knew traffic would be unlike anything we’d seen before, so we resolved to get to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway early—ideally, not much longer after the gates opened at 6 AM. Because we live in Ohio, that meant staying at a hotel…
Photo: FORMULA 1 | YouTube As the Mercedes F1 team seems to have shifted its resources to developing its 2020 and 2021 cars, the 2019 Russian GP looked like it would produce another promising result for Ferrari, which had won the previous three races. On Saturday, Charles Leclerc was easily the fastest man on track,…
Indianapolis Motor Speedway: 1967 Entrance Photo: Mark Zimmerman via Flickr/CC Is there any track in all of North America that carries the same level of prestige and fame as the Indianapolis Motor Speedway? It’s hard to name any that could even compete. Every speedway in the world owes something to it. When it was built…
A couple of weeks ago, Toyota announced it was officially killing off its experimental brand, Scion. What began in 2003 as a way to try and reach Millennials with affordable, customizable, tech-ridden cars via a haggle-free sales process was not performing as well as Toyota had hoped, so beginning this summer, three of Scion’s existing…
The Lincoln Navigator is a massive seven-seater that’s been redesigned for 2018 to be the brand’s new flagship model. With a more luxurious look and powerful presence, the new Navigator aims to change its long-running reputation as a boat-on-wheels. Choosing the Right Car: How to decide which trim level is best for you [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s…
Efforts to stem the deluge of crude oil pouring into the global market were stalled on March 14th, as oil-producing countries attempted to quickly create a production freeze. Efforts failed because Iran, still in the middle of making its bold return to the global oil market, has refused to lower production until it had reached…
Mazda’s top of the line SUV, the CX-9, has been raking in the awards since its complete redesign for the 2016 model year. However, one thing it hasn’t gotten is a safety evaluation from the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety. That is, until now. Following the IIHS’s various crash safety and crash prevention tests, the…
Not too long after the Hyundai Genesis drove home with the title of IIHS 2014 Top Safety Pick+ (the only rear-wheel-drive vehicle in its class to do so), the recently redesigned luxury sedan is making room for another trophy, and this one is for the record books. Across the globe, the Australasian New Car Assessment…
The Jeep Grand Cherokee earned a five-star overall rating each of the past four years The 2017 Grand Cherokee joins the new Dodge Challenger and Chrysler 200 as FCA vehicles to earn five-star overall safety ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Speaking of the Cherokee: Did know the 2017 model is offered…
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: Honda Seven Honda drivers made up seven of the top 10 in the traditional “Carb Day” final practice session leading up to Sunday’s Indianapolis 500. Santino Ferrucci was quickest among Honda drivers with an average speed of 225.486 mph, just shy of Tony Kanaan’s timesheet-topping 225.517 mph. Just behind Ferrucci was former Indy 500…
While excitement has been gradually growing in anticipation of self-driving cars’ debut, you may be disappointed to learn that these vehicles won’t necessarily make roads much safer. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has found that self-driving cars may still be unable to avoid an astounding two-thirds of vehicle crashes. Innovative and Efficient: Mitsubishi Outlander…
As humans, we are good at a lot of things—we can create art, ponder the deepest recesses of the universe, and create fantastic machines to make our lives easier. However, when it comes to taking back the wheel from a self-driving car, it seems that Google was right and we may as well leave it…
2016 Ford Mustang GT Black Package The 2016 Ford Mustang takes the formidable formula put forth with the next-gen 2015 Mustang and adds a few new wrinkles, making one of the hottest vehicles of the past year even more appealing for new car shoppers. Whether it’s the base V6 model or the ungodly fast Shelby GT350R,…
Photo: Kevin Decherf Having confirmed it would race in the 2018/19 FIA World Endurance Championship, Toyota Gazoo Racing must now look to its six full-season drivers and decide whether to shake things up. Two in particular have reportedly come under fire: José María López and Anthony Davidson. According to SportsCar365, “José María López is unlikely…
Lance Stroll is not having the debut season he would have hoped for. After winning the 2016 Euro Formula 3 championship in just his second year, he was fast-tracked to Formula One in 2017 with the help of his billionaire father, who reportedly invested $80 million to secure his 18-year-old son a seat at Williams…
As is so often the case with elite competitors in any sport, F1 drivers will do everything they can to maximize results… The aftermath of a vehicular collision is one of the most stress-inducing… A Tempe, Arizona woman has died following a collision with a self-driving… Any time a self-driving vehicle gets into a crash,…
The 2017 Ford Fusion is a mid-size sedan that offers a little something for everybody. Looking for horsepower, the Fusion has plenty of it with its available 325-horsepower V6 engine. Need an eco-friendly vehicle? The ‘17 Fusion is available with both hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrain options, with the later boasting an all-electric range of…
Photo: Ford Motor Company It’s been a sweet 16 years since the launch of the Ford Driving Skills for Life program, now old enough that it would legally be able to drive a car if it were a person and not in actuality a program aimed at improving teens’ driving skills. Ford’s celebrating all the…
In real life, there’s nothing good about car crashes. But in movies, an unexpected collision can increase the intensity in a millisecond.… Sometimes, when you see a vehicle moving forward, it looks like its wheels are spinning in reverse. Here are a few reasons why that may be.… “Nomadland” is a cripplingly honest depiction of…
The Ford Super Duty is considered to be the most durable and powerful truck in the country. If the car industry were a gym, the 2014 Ford F-Series Super Duty pickups would be the body builders putting everyone to shame. Sometimes, you just need a truck with a ton of power and, with its muscular…
UPDATE: THE GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED. LOOK FOR MORE GIVEAWAYS FROM THE NEWS WHEEL. Whether you’re young or old, few things stir up youthful excitement and competition like a board game. Throughout the ages, families have gathered around their tables to play games of all sorts. Continue that tradition with your own family with some of the…
Children all have one speed setting: fast. Their entertainment is fast, their… A new $175 million General Motors plant in Brookville, Ohio, will build… Whether you’re planning a fun night out on the town with your… This weekend, February 22nd -25th, the Dayton Auto Show takes over the… On the national evening news, updates about…
Photo: The News Wheel For various reasons including the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ukraine-Russia war, and a global shortage of superconductor parts, new car availability plummeted in 2020. This pushed shoppers to the pre-owned markets and drove used car prices way up. Since then, the market hasn’t recovered — and it’s not showing signs of getting…
Photo: Volkswagen It should come as no surprise that the incredibly smart 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 comes with a long list of advanced safety features. As a result, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has named the ID.4 a Top Safety Pick Plus — the best designation from the organization. Flush With Cash: See how buying…
The 2015 Toyota Tundra This year’s Tundra truck comes with a newly standard V8 engine, as well as an optional Toyota Racing Development (TRD) Pro off-road model designed for the more adventurous driver. The TRD Pro model boasts off-road suspension, off-road shocks and tires, and standard four-wheel drive. 2015 Toyota Tundra Exterior 2015 Toyota Tundra…
Drunk driving is an epidemic, with over 17 million people in the U.S. having admitted to drinking and driving. If all those people were moved to form one state, it would be the fifth largest in the U.S. – and those are just the ones who have admitted to it. We’ve pulled some shocking and…
Photo: pxfuel via DMCA If you grew up during the back half of the 1990s or the mid-2000s — or have kids who did — odds are you’re aware of rhythm games. On the off-chance that you’re not, they’re interactive experiences that ask you to perform specific actions that match up with on-screen cues, often…
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…
Reversing a car is one of the most fundamental driving skills that you, as a driver, need to understand and perfect. The necessity of knowledge on backing up a car cannot be underestimated, especially since it is the cause of one of the common types of accident. Numbers don’t lie. In 2016, separate accidents that…
While the newly-introduced Cadillac CT6 sedan has been branded as the company’s new flagship model, the truth is the Cadillac Escalade has been the luxury automaker’s flagship vehicle for quite a few years. The 2017 Escalade comes with a big V8 engine, provides seating for seven, and contains enough tech equipment to make Silicon Valley…
Having Wi-Fi capabilities in your vehicle is quickly becoming the stuff of mandate for auto buyers; Ford is adapting to the times and to demands by bringing Wi-Fi hotspot capabilities to select 2018 model-year vehicles this fall. Ford SYNC Connect will utilize AT&T’s 4G LTE network to turn properly-equipped 2018 Ford vehicles into a hotspot…
Are you thinking about buying a used car? Dealers are always touting the advantages of buying certified pre-owned, but it turns out they may have been undervaluing their own offers. According to a Cox Automotive study released earlier this week, dealers are likely undercharging customers for their CPO vehicles. Spotting a CPO sticker on a…
Photo: TheDigitalArtist Although many people launched into holiday shopping mode on Black Friday, others prefer Cyber Monday as the officially date to kick off their spending. With Christmas just around the corner, you likely have a few challenging friends or family members on your gift list. Here are five gift ideas for the car junkie…
The Walt Disney World Speedway track For years, the Exotic Driving Experience at Walt Disney World has offered guests the chance to pilot a car they could only dream of. Nissan GTRs, Lamborghini Gallardos, and Ferrari 458s topped the list of supercars available to take for a spin. In addition, the Richard Petty Experience provided…
2021 Buick Encore GX Photo: Buick Just like the 2021 Buick Encore GX, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has rated the 2022 Buick Encore GX a 2021 Top Safety Pick when the SUV is equipped with specific headlights. Car Care: Important seasonal maintenance for your GM vehicle “The Encore GX meets all the criteria…
The 2017 Lincoln MKC is a five-passenger compact SUV that carries a starting MSRP of $32,880. Consumers who are looking for a roomy luxury vehicle with a quiet cabin, as well as numerous comfort amenities, should consider taking a closer look at this American SUV. Furthermore, the new Lincoln MKC is available with two capable…
2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Lithium-Ion Battery System Electric vehicles have come under scrutiny lately after a couple of crashes involving Tesla cars where the battery pack ignited. In one of these cases, after being extinguished the first time, the battery reportedly caught fire again and then once more six days later. So, due to the…
Photo: Hyundai The Hyundai Motor Group — including Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis — has racked up more 2021 Top Safety Pick awards from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety than any other automotive manufacturer. Across the three brands, cars produced by the Hyundai Motor Group earned a total of 17 Top Safety Pick awards or…
Photo: Netflix If you enjoy working on cars, driving them, or even just watching them on the screen, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from on Netflix. The streaming service boasts an extensive library of original movies and shows that are sure to hit the spot when you’re craving the excitement of a pedal-to-the-metal…
As a sporty, luxurious coupe, the 2018 Cadillac ATS Coupe offers luxury inside and out. With advanced technology features, premium materials, and a whole host of safety features, drivers get the all-around experience behind the wheel of this Cadillac. The ATS Coupe lives up to its manufacturer’s name, adding up to 335 horsepower of stellar…
The 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 What’s New for the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette? For the standard Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, there are no significant changes from the 2014 model year. However, there is the addition of an all-new Z06 supercar model that is even more performance oriented. 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Exterior The Corvette Stingray is undeniably one…
A vehicle with gull-wing doors is always a cool thing to see Photo: pixabay via CC There is perhaps no vehicle component more simple and recognizable than the humble door. In most vehicles, the doors work the same: you grab the handle, pull away from the car, and swing the door open on a horizontal…
The 2015 Honda Fit The 2015 Honda Fit has received a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the highest score possible from the government organization. Additionally, the Fit has earned both a Top Safety Pick rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and an NCAP 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score from the…
The 2016 Honda Fit is now in dealerships, carrying with it a starting manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $15,790, not including an $820 destination charge. The newest model of the third-generation Fit is largely unchanged, but the Fit has been one of Honda’s better sellers, so perhaps they think it’s unwise to try and mess…
Chevy is predicted to introduce seven models in South America this year, as well as a Midnight Edition for the Tracker and Equinox. GM has confirmed two of the offerings (the refreshed 2019 Cruze and the Tracker Midnight Edition). GM Authority has predicted other products in the lineup based on rumors as well as statements from…
New Year’s Eve is anything but lonely in the Lone Star State. Here are just four fun holiday events to drive to in Texas as we wave goodbye to 2019. Something Shiny for a New Year: Browse these sophisticated 2020 Cadillac models Photo: Pixabay New Year’s Eve Night Hike Release some endorphins while enjoying some…
Ford Driving Skills for Life celebrated its 10th year of service in the state of Illinois last month when the national tour returned to Tazewell County to provide important advice to some 110 teenage drivers. Ford Driving Skills for Life’s history in Tazewell Country goes back to 2007, when the initiative was launched after 15 teenaged…
It’s finally time for this series to get our hands dirty reviewing what, according to Box Office Mojo, is the highest grossing road trip comedy of all time: Wild Hogs. I don’t think those figures have been adjusted for inflation, but it’s still sad that this movie made a whopping $168,273,550, roughly three times what…
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