2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Overview

The 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander is a top-tier family vehicle. With seating for up to seven passengers and additional underfloor cargo storage, you can fit the entire family and all of their gear. Financing Your Vehicle: Terms You Should Know [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander? The Outlander has upgraded several of its…

Ford Investing €600 Million at Saarlouis for Next-Gen Focus Production

Ford has announced that it will be investing €600 million (roughly $645 million USD) in updating its Saarlouis Vehicle Assembly Operations in Germany in order to support upcoming production for the next-gen Focus. The announcement of this investment was made prior to Ford’s announcement that it would be sourcing the next-generation Focus from China and Europe…

2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Overview

2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Overview The Toyota Highlander Hybrid has been completely redesigned for 2014 and now offers seating for up to eight passengers. 2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Exterior The redesigned exterior of the 2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is sure to draw the attention of onlookers, as its aggressively-styled front fascia now flaunts a larger,…

Ford Donates $250K to DAPCEP for Future Forward Program

Ford donates $250,000 to support DAPCEP, introduce students to STEM Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company demonstrates its commitment to introducing students to STEM with a new $250,000 donation to the Detroit Area Pre-College Engineering Program. The donation to DAPCEP will lead to the creation of a Future Forward program, which will help put 80 underrepresented…

Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Concept Boasts V8 Engine

Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Concept Photo: FCA The new Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Concept optimizes the brand’s legendary 4×4 capability and renowned fun-to-drive power with a new 6.4-liter V8 engine. Paired to an eight-speed transmission, the Wrangler Rubicon 392 Concept tears up the road with 450 horsepower and 450 lb-ft of torque. You can even…

Toyota Won More Patents in 2020 than Any Other Automaker

Photo: Toyota Motor North America The United States Patent and Trademark Office awarded slightly fewer patents in 2020 than in 2019, according to the Intellectual Property Owners Association, but one thing remained the same: Toyota was granted more patents than any other automaker by a fairly substantial margin. Every year, the IPO puts out a…

2016 Lexus NX Overview

If you’re shopping for a luxury crossover that is ready to rule the road, consider the 2016 Lexus NX. This vehicle is a study in luxury, with powerful engines that conserve fuel, premium materials, and a sculpted exterior. The 2016 Lexus NX is available in three trim levels: 200t, 200t F Sport, and the hybrid 300h….

Outlander PHEV Was Europe’s Top-Selling PHEV SUV in 2020

The 2021 Outlander PHEV Photo: Mitsubishi Motors The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV was the top-selling plug-in hybrid SUV in Europe last year. When comparing all segments, the Outlander PHEV was also Europe’s second best-selling plug-in hybrid overall. Other Popular Models: The Mitsubishi SUV lineup What were the Outlander PHEV’s sales results? The 2021 Outlander PHEV Photo:…

Maintenance Mistakes Costing You Money

Photo: The News Wheel Even if you don’t have much automotive knowledge or DIY skills, there are several maintenance checks you can do to help protect your car and save you money at the body shop. By regularly checking the tires, wheels, fluids, and electrical system, as well as investing in high-quality gas, you’ll help…

Toyota Offers Payment Relief for Disaster Victims

Photo: Alexander Gerst via CC Toyota Financial Services announced today that customers impacted by ongoing natural disasters — including hurricanes Isaias and Laura, the California wildfires, and the Midwest derecho — are eligible for payment relief on Toyota and Lexus vehicles they are currently financing. “Toyota Financial Services cares about the safety and well-being of…

Countdown: 6 Most Famous Cars from the Muppets

The world of the Muppets is filled with colorful characters–and equally colorful cars. From their original television show to their newest television show–and every movie in between–there’s bound to be a vehicle that sticks in your memory. For us at The News Wheel, these are our top six Muppet cars. For this list, we’re excluding…

Cadillac’s Future Plans Do Not Include the ELR Coupe

If only sales of the ELR matched the vehicle’s striking good looks Photo: © General Motors If you’ve considered buying a Cadillac ELR, then you’ll need to move a little quicker on that potential investment than previously thought, because Cadillac President Johan de Nysschen recently confirmed that a second-generation of the plug-in hybrid coupe won’t…

Portuguese Grand Prix Returns to 2021 F1 Season

Nigel Mansell heading to his last career F1 win at the 1990 Portuguese Grand Prix Photo: United Autosports via CC Formula 1 has agreed to bring back the Portuguese Grand Prix in the vacant slot of the 2021 calendar. The Algarve International Circuit in Portimão will thus host the third race of the season, and…

Holy Habanero: The Kia HabaNiro is H-O-T!!!

Alicia Keys voice: “This car is on fiiiiiyaaaahhhhhh” Photo: Kia Motors Today Kia unveiled a sizzling new concept vehicle at the New York Auto Show: the HabaNiro. This spicy new ride represents the vision of Kia’s electric future. This too-hot-to-handle SUV is fully electric, seats four, is equipped with all-wheel drive, and has an All…

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