Don’t expect any big changes, but the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro does offer a few new features and tweaks for the upcoming model year. While the Camaro hasn’t received as much attention recently as the all-new Corvette, the sports car is still one of Chevrolet’s most recognizable and desirable models. As reported by GM Authority, the…
Road rage, rude behavior, and inconsiderate driving maneuvers are nothing new on American roadways. Although aggressive driving is so prevalent, some states have more of the worst offenders than other states. Make the Grade: 10 best cars for recent college graduates After analyzing more than 2 million insurance applications, Insurify data scientists determined the rudest…
FCA Confirms $266 Million Investment in the Kokomo Transmission Plant Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) US has officially confirmed a $266 million investment in the Kokomo Transmission Plant in Indiana. Earlier this month, FCA US (Chrysler Group, at the time) notified city officials during the Kokomo Common Council meeting of the impending investment, but this marks…
If owning an SUV with a head-turning design and four-wheel drive is on top of your wish list, then the 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited could be just the right vehicle for you. The overall design of the Wrangler hasn’t changed much since it first premiered many years ago. In addition, this SUV is one of the…
For 11 years, the Canadian Black Book (CBB) “Best Retained Value Awards” have been determining the vehicles, which “have retained the greatest percentage of their original MSRP over the past four years (since 2014).” And this year, FCA Canada has earned the most awards – more than any other domestic OEM – from the program….
The 2015 Corvette Z06 was named TopSpeed’s 2014 Performance Car of the Year. ©GM Chevy’s 2015 Corvette Z06 was recently voted TopSpeed’s 2014 Performance Car of the Year. The vote among the editors was almost unanimous, which makes the distinction even more impressive, especially since the Z06 was contending with the likes of the Dodge…
The 2016 version of the Chrysler 200 also earned IIHS Top Safety Pick+ honors The 2017 Chrysler 200 is the latest vehicle from FCA to earn a five-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Fuel For Thought: What does a car’s torque actually mean? In order to earn this prestigious…
In its Top 50 Report, the editors at Latina Style magazine have named Fiat Chrysler Automobiles US as one of the best employers for Hispanic women. By ranking in the top 12, FCA US has earned a spot on the Top 50 Report a notable 15 times. The Top 50 Report, which evaluated 800 companies…
1974 Olympia Charger It’s entirely possible that everybody has that aunt or uncle or distant relative who’s got a primo-looking vintage muscle car in a shed somewhere. Whenever you ask them about it, they’ll tell you no, they never take it out, because after all, what’s the point in spending all of that time restoring…
The Chrysler 300 SRT will be discontinued here in North America. Though Chrysler has announced nothing itself, Automotive News is currently reporting that the Chrysler 300 SRT will be discontinued in the North American market for 2015. This isn’t coming out of left field, however, as last month, Chrysler Group applied for a “Trackhawk” trademark,…
Retired NBA basketball player Shaquille O’Neal used to star in Buick commercials, but now he’s switched over to the Ford brand Photo: © PBS NewsHour While Shaquille O’Neal currently works as a NBA commentator for TNT, it wasn’t too long ago that he was winning NBA championships and MVP trophies for the Los Angeles Lakers….
Last year, General Motors dominated the North American Car and Truck/Utility of the Year awards, decided by 50 journalists from the U.S. and Canada. The all-new Corvette Stingray took the high honors for the Car of the Year while the redesigned Silverado was lauded as the Truck of the Year. GM will, however, have a…
2020 Nissan 370Z 50th Anniversary Edition Photo: Nissan The old adage of “you get what you pay for” may not apply to the purchase price of the 2020 Nissan 370Z sports coupe. Its $30,090 MSRP is a bargain when you assess the power, performance, features, and tech in the 2020 Nissan 370Z, according to Hot…
Jeep had one of its best sales months ever in March For the past few months, Fiat Chrysler’s sales have been on a pretty consistent decline. Last month, however, a strong sales performance from the Jeep brand helped FCA mitigate sales losses to a mere 1%. During March, an even stronger sales performance all around led…
Tony Stewart last victory came back in 2013 at Dover International Speedway Photo: Gabe Taviano It’s been a roller coaster ride for NASCAR driver Tony Stewart in 2016 to say the least. After announcing last September that 2016 would be his final NASCAR season as a full-time driver, Stewart was hurt in an ATV accident…
Owning a sports car is a right of passage for many car enthusiasts, looking for the strongest, most thrilling ride on the market. The downside is that sports cars tend to be on the pricier side of the spectrum, with many models exceeding the $100,000 mark. Fortunately, there are several automakers that offer affordable, yet…
Racks and racks and racks and racks of awesome cars are featured in a behind-the-scenes video for Furious 8 The Fast and the Furious franchise is popular for a few reasons. It’s got the makings of any good action movie with plenty of explosions and amazingly fast—and drool-worthy—vehicles. Because of these explosions and action scenes,…
If the late-summer heat drives you indoors next month, at least you won’t lack for new movies and television shows to stream. August promises a solid lineup of fresh content for car lovers and gearheads on major streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, and HBO Max. Read on to learn about a few of the upcoming…
2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Photo: FCA With movie theaters closed or slowly re-opening with restrictions across the country, drive-in theaters are having a moment. Drive-in theaters offer you and your family a chance to see a movie up on the big screen from the comfort and safety of your car. To upgrade your experience at…
Every year, on the third Saturday in August, classic car fans from around the world flock to historic Woodward Avenue in Detroit for the annual Woodward Dream Cruise. Just like last year, this year’s event is sponsored by Ford Motor Company. Unsurprisingly, Ford has several displays and events going on throughout the day of the…
Ford saw its stock climbing higher than ever before in J.D. Power’s 2017 Initial Quality Study, with the brand achieving its best-ever rank of the No. 2 non-premium brand in the entire industry. Ford ranked fourth overall behind Kia, the relatively new Genesis luxury sub-brand, and Porsche, up seven spots from its 11th-place ranking in…
It’s award season in the world of cars, and the latest ones come straight out of Edmunds: the Best Retained Value Awards. Chrysler Group took home a fair amount of distinctions—one for Jeep, one for Dodge, and one for Ram. Drum roll please for the Chrysler Group 2014 Best Retained Value Award winners … (No, seriously,…
The rear of the next-generation Ford Mustang could be quite different from this Photo: Ford Motor Company If you were here thinking that the sixth-generation Mustang, which debuted in 2013, would be gearing up for retirement to pave the way for the seventh generation, you may want to hold your horses. A report this week from Automobile…
As the festivities of the end of 2016 begin, we here at The News Wheel would like to take a solemn moment to remember those vehicles which are no longer with us. Things to Consider: When is the best time to buy a new vehicle? Pour one out with us, then, for: The Hyundai Equus,…
Doug DeMuro is well-known for his columns on Autotrader as well as his often viral car review videos on YouTube. Doug travels the United States, checking out viewers’ cars to review them and give them a quick test drive. Recently, Doug hit the 1 million subscriber mark on YouTube, a huge milestone for any creator. To…
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