The beautiful Bahrain International Circuit at night. Two weeks ago, I described how the new qualifying format had been so universally panned that the guys in charge immediately scrapped it and declared that Formula 1 would go back to the 2015 qualifying rules for the next race weekend. But a few days before the 2016…
One of the most notable changes for the 2014 model year is that the Touring and Grand Touring CX-5 models have been given a bigger engine, and with it a welcome boost of power. Mazda worked some magic though, and fuel economy is barely affected. Other enhancements include an available collision warning and assist system…
The 2015 Subaru Outback could probably conquer the terrain of the Australian Outback, or nearly anywhere on earth given the chance. The wagon has been upgraded in 2015 with some new features and a roomier interior. Additionally, the new Outback has a better fuel economy than ever before. [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2015…
Photo: Mazda Never content to rest on its laurels, Mazda is looking for ways to keep improving. Here’s a look at what a recent corporate document revealed about the future of Mazda. Safety, Innovation, and Beauty: Why buy Mazda? More Mazda growth Naturally, Mazda plans to keep refining its Kodo design philosophy. However, we’re also…
When people think of the cutting edge of vehicle technology, they might first come up with a self-driving Chevy Bolt, or any of the sensor-based safety systems that have been rolling out over the past few years. However, there is one technology which most people largely overlook: vehicle-to-vehicle or vehicle-to-infrastructure communications. That is sure to…
2016 Chevrolet Equinox Photo: © General Motors The 2016 Chevrolet Equinox is a small crossover SUV with a starting MSRP of $22,600. Featuring copious amounts of leg room, as well as coming available with a powerful V6 engine, it’s not much of a surprise the new Equinox is one of the most popular crossover options…
2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is restyled for the 2016 model year and comes with a starting MSRP of $26,000. Boasting improved fuel economy over last year’s model that puts it on par with other hybrid competitors, the 2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is as sophisticated as it is capable, while still maintaining…
The 2018 Kia Sorento has grabbed extremely favorable attention from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), who just lauded the midsize SUV with its most prestigious rating and deemed the 2018 Kia Sorento a Top Safety Pick Plus (TSP+). The impressive rating is specific to the SX Limited trim and the SX trim with…
While I like to pretend time isn’t flying by at the speed of light (it’s still 2008, right?), sometimes it can be fun to say, “Remember when?” I’ve decided to take a trip down memory lane and reflect on some of the memorable cars ‘90s kids grew up with on their screens. Going for a Test Drive? Here are…
The podium finishers smile for the camera. Sort of. Welcome to Sochi, home of the Russian Grand Prix since 2014 and to some of the most awkward post-race conversations on the calendar—courtesy of Mr. Putin, who awkwardly stood with the drivers in the cool-down room while asking if the facilities were to their liking. Could…
If you are looking for a stylish car that is also eco-friendly, look no further than the 2016 Kia Soul EV. As the all-electric version of the Kia Soul, this EV offers the Soul’s funky styling with a zero emission powertrain. Offering a versatile interior, innovative electric motor, and affordable price, the 2016 Soul EV…
The 2016 Ford Escape The 2016 Ford Escape is the American automaker’s most popular compact SUV and it’s not hard to see why. With the choice of three quality engines and the availability of all of Ford’s advanced technology, the 2016 Ford Escape is an affordable, powerful, and secure vehicle well suited for the entire family. The…
2016 Buick Encore Photo: © General Motors The 2016 Buick Encore is one of the hottest vehicles in the crossover segment, and it has been Buick’s heaviest hitter going on two years now. After the success of the 2015 model year, Buick opted not to fix too much of what wasn’t broken, instead adding a new…
Yes, the title is a bit dramatic, but we’re talking galaxy-saving robots here, so you’ll forgive my excitement. Since the first live-action Transformers movie* came out in 2007, costumers have been struggling to emulate the finer details of the Autobots and Decepticons. Hey, something wonderful and creative has to come out of those films. With…
Seen here: The result of idiocy Photo Source: Ada County Sheriff’s Office There is a list a mile long that is full of things that you shouldn’t do when you’re behind the wheel of a car. There’s also a list of equal length that lists the myriad number of things you shouldn’t do while you’re…
© 2025 | Thenewswheel.com | All rights reserved
Content under CC BY-SA 4.0 license (attribution required)
