7 Tools to Keep You Safe While Working on Your Car

This article contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, The News Wheel may earn a small commission when you click on links and complete qualifying purchases. You can read our full disclaimer here. With some basic safety tools, it’s fairly simple to stay safe while wrenching on your car at home Photo: Ryan McGuire via Pixabay…

2021 GMC Yukon Can Do Donuts Like a Spinning Top

Photo: GMC In addition to the bevy of welcome updates coming to the 2021 GMC Yukon — an all-new redesign, a fresh V8 engine, the exciting off-road AT4 trim — there is one feature that flew under the radar. That is, of course, the “Hurricane Turn” system that allows the Yukon to spin in a…

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Volvo Sets its Sights On Online Sales

Photo: Volvo It’s no secret that Volvo is leading the charge toward an all-electric future, first declaring that it would cover one full year of charging costs for new EV buyers, and most recently subverting the Trump administration’s environmental plans in favor of California’s more stringent standards. Now, it seems that the automaker has its…

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Vancouver Lyft Drivers Can Now Rent Toyota Mirai for $198

Photo: Toyota Canada Toyota and Lyft have launched a new partnership that will grant Vancouver ride-share drivers access to the zero-emissions, hydrogen-powered Toyota Mirai fuel cell vehicle. The collaboration enables eligible Lyft drivers to use Toyota’s KINTO Share Canada app to pick up a Mirai at any one of three dealerships in the area for…

GM Defense Scores $214.3 Million Military Deal

Photo: GM Defense As we’ve previously reported, GM Defense — the branch of the company that produces vehicles for use in the military — has been working on an infantry squad vehicle based on the Chevrolet Colorado since last year. At the time, it was competing with models developed by Oshkosh Defense, Flyer Defense, Polaris…

Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 Hits 305-Mile Range

Ford’s California-themed pony achieves 305 miles of electric range Photo: Ford For as much as Ford has marketed its new Mustang Mach-E around its performance deliverables, its electric range is key to helping drivers get over their range anxiety. Ford has revealed that the Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 delivers the most range of any…

Is It OK to Use Flex Fuel in My Car?

Some signs that your vehicle is flex-fuel friendly Photo: Mariordo via CC If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s safe to use flex fuel with your vehicle, you’re in the right place. Here’s a brief overview of what flex fuel is and how to tell if your car is compatible with it. Efficiency Boost: Ditch winter…

Ford F-150, Maverick Up for 2022 Green Truck of the Year

Ford F-150 and Maverick are nominated for 2022 Green Truck of the Year Photo: Ford Ford is looking to go back-to-back in Green Car Journal’s Green Truck of the Year award with the F-150 and Maverick both vying for the top prize. Ford’s Award-Winning Green Vehicles: All-electric Mustang Mach-E is a multi-award-winner and a show-stealer…

2021 Toyota GR Supra Launches with 382 Horsepower

Photo: Toyota The 2021 Toyota GR Supra has officially launched with 382 horsepower, a 47-hp boost over the 2020 model. It will start at $50,990, while a new GR Supra 2.0 model is accompanying it with a starting price of $42,990. Toyota Supra: Don’t wait to make it yours Though praised for its performance, the…

Toyota Jan Returns, Saves Us from Disaster in Funny New Ads

Toyota Jan promotes the Toyota Service Centers by saving–or distracting–people from disasters Photo: Toyota USA via YouTube Ever wonder what the world would be like without Toyota Jan? In three new commercials for Toyota Services Centers, we get a glimpse of that…and boy are we glad she’s around to save the day! Toyota has released…

2017 Chevrolet Malibu Overview

The Malibu was just redesigned last year, and it’s continuing to prove that it’s everything but a “typical” sedan. It offers a sexy silhouette that adds a touch of spice to its segment, while also providing both driver and passengers with an abundance of cargo room and leg room. Technology is also at the forefront with…

2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Overview

Photo: Hyundai The 2022 Hyundai SUV lineup has a new member: the Tucson Hybrid. Featuring many of the same design elements as the gas-powered 2022 Tucson, the Tucson Hybrid adds boosted efficiency, fun-to-drive e-Handling dynamics, and extra standard features. It comes in three trim levels: Blue, SEL Convenience, and Limited. The Santa Cruz Is Here:…

GM Joins Urgent Effort to Build COVID-19 Ventilators

A shortage of ventilators is one of the most critical problems America faces in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, and GM is exploring an array of options to help. The automaker is working with Seattle-area medical device maker Ventec Life Systems, providing the company with logistics, purchasing, and manufacturing resources to help it make…

Chinese Automotive Sales Down by 13 Percent in October

Fewer Chinese motorists are buying new vehicles in the face of economic hardships China is currently one of the fastest-growing markets in the automotive world. However, recent sales trends suggest that growth is starting to slow down and, in some cases, recede. Chinese automotive sales were down by 13 percent in October. GM’s Vehicle Expansion:…

Ford’s New Hybrid Transmission Paves Way for Future

Photo: Ford Motor Company The upcoming 2020 Ford Explorer Limited Hybrid will see the debut of a new transmission system that Ford dubs “modular hybrid technology.” While this transmission is aimed at helping the new hybrid return better fuel economy, it will also be vital for capability purposes, which is why Ford also intends to apply the…

2017 Chevrolet Trax Overview

Whether you call it a small SUV or a subcompact crossover, the Chevrolet Trax is a versatile and relatively affordable vehicle option for those people expecting to do a lot of driving in the city. This model also comes with an abundance of standard features, such as a Chevrolet MyLink sound system, a rear vision…

Kia Soul Going Turbo Next Year

The 2014 Kia Soul and accompanying tuxedo-clad hamsters “Hip,” “urban,” “trendy,” “efficient,” “boxy,” and “hamster-approved” are all adjectives that have been associated with the Kia Soul. “Powerful” is not. The current 2014 model comes with a choice of either a 1.6-liter or 2-liter engine, each of which produces 130- or 164-horsepower respectively. It’s also available…

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Toyota Uses Addressable TV to Reach Prius Prime Buyers

Toyota knows that the people who will buy its new Prius Prime plug-in hybrid fall into a very specific category: they’re tech-savvy, aged 18-49, have an income over $75,000, care about the environment, and are probably economical. That doesn’t exactly represent the majority of regular TV watchers, which is why Toyota is choosing not to…