Theft Archives

In an attempt to learn which items are most tempting to thieves,… Recently, a woman sent her boyfriend’s 1967 Chevrolet Impala to the junkyard while he was away on business. It didn’t go over particularly well.… The 2020 C8 Corvette is a revolution in the world of street-ready supercars, and it seems like one or…

Confederate Flag Georgia License Plates? Oh, Dear

February was not the kindest month to the state of Georgia. First there was the disastrous response to an apocalyptic winter storm (folks further north might better recognize such an event as “Tuesday”), which left thousands without electricity for the better part of a week. And because the earth clearly hates peaches, it hit Georgia with a 4.1 magnitude…

autonomous driving Archives

The shuttle connects the Vermont Station with various areas west of downtown Indianapolis… When it comes to iconic vehicles, one of the most recognizable is… There’s plenty of excitement surrounding the launch of the new 2022 Chevy… Cruise, a subsidiary of General Motors, is now testing a small fleet of fully autonomous vehicles on the…

Dogs, Farts, and Romance: Tesla Mode Madness

Photo: Tesla Tesla has quite the following — and quite the sense of humor. Here’s a look at some of the fun and practical modes that Tesla vehicles have to offer. Intended to keep your four-legged friends safe if they’re ever alone in the car, Dog Mode keeps the cabin at a comfortable temperature while…

U.S. Will Receive More Powerful Outlander PHEV

2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Photo: Mitsubishi Motors Japan and Europe have had a new and improved Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV model since 2018. Now, it seems that the United States will finally be receiving this powerful SUV for the 2021 model year. The Fuel-Efficient Choice: Outlander PHEV is Family Green Car of the Year According to…

horsepower Archives

If you’ve ever wanted to know how many humans it would take to power a 2020 Chevrolet Corvette, you now have your answer.… Automakers love to tout the power ratings of their vehicles, but to… General Motors recently announced its all-new electric Hummer pickup as one of… Hennessey Performance Engineering is planning to give drivers…

2018 Dodge Durango Overview

The Dodge Durango has long been considered an impressive performance SUV. With the current iteration of the Durango having been introduced back in 2011, the SUV was long due for a refresh of sorts, and the Durango receives just that for the 2018 model year. Thanks to a brand-new SRT trim configuration, the 2018 Dodge…

Lincoln Aviator Archives

Thinking about grabbing yourself a new Lincoln Aviator this year? Your patience… The three-row luxury crossover segment is quite the competitive one, and Lincoln… The Lincoln Aviator Grand Touring has secured a spot on Autotrader’s list… The new Lincoln Aviator has a new title under its belt: 2021… Lincoln Motor Company capped off 2020 with…

Whitney Russell, Author at The News Wheel

It’s never too early to begin coaching your toddlers and preschoolers on… Whether you’re a new driver or an experienced one that tends to… Currently, GM is primarily focused not just on its all-electric lineup plan… Parking and starting your car on a hill are two challenging driving… It’s not too late to plan an…

Toyota Canada Wins Five Vincentric Best Fleet Value Awards

Photo: Toyota What automaker makes the best fleet vehicles? According to Michigan-based market research company Vincentric, Toyota has a pretty good claim to the honor. In the 2021 Best Fleet Value in Canada Awards published last week, Toyota and General Motors were the joint winners with five awards each, more than any other manufacturer. Model…

A Brief History of Steering Wheels

Photo: Chevrolet Believe it or not, the very first cars that were made weren’t driven with a steering wheel, but rather with something called a “tiller.” The first steering wheel didn’t get used until about a decade after the first automobile was patented. As dry as the subject matter may initially seem, the history of…

Ford Will Become Carbon Neutral by 2050

Ford announces it plans to go carbon neutral by 2050 in its new Sustainability Report Photo: Ford To commemorate issuing its 21st annual Sustainability Report, Ford Motor Company has revealed that it intends to become 100 percent carbon neutral by 2050. To reach that goal, Ford will focus on three areas that result in around…

2017 Toyota Highlander Overview

The 2017 Toyota Highlander is a midsize SUV whose focus on safety, economy, and reliability makes it an ideal choice for families. Its no boring kid-hauler, though, with a stylish exterior that turns heads and a strong new V6 under the hood that makes driving fun even with all eight seats occupied. It’s not the…

2014 Nissan LEAF Overview

What’s New for the 2014 Nissan LEAF  There will be slight changes for the small electric car in the 2014 model year with a new standard backup camera system on all grades, an updated electronic vehicle information technology system, which will include voice destination entry and SMS readout, and a reduced price on a new…