Photo: Chevrolet The Chevrolet Orlando crossover lineup for the Chinese market has added five new variants that incorporate mild-hybrid technology and an array of fresh tech features. Chevy on Your Smartphone: Accessible features from the myChevrolet app “The Orlando is a functional nameplate that now integrates traditional propulsion technology with electrification for a refined driving…
Photo: Ford Following slower EV adoption than expected, Ford CEO Jim Farley says you can expect the American automaker to increases its focus on partially electrified vehicles. “You’re going to see a lot more hybrids systems from us,” he said after the company’s second-quarter earnings revealed the company had lost nearly $1.1 billion on EVs….
It’s officially here: the Tesla Model 3 is out and ready for mass production. To introduce the model and hand off the first 30 vehicles, Elon Musk made his grand entrance: Musk drove the Model 3 right up onto the stage, with hyped up music playing in the background and an enthusiastic audience cheering and…
The 2021 Ford F-150 sees price increases across the board Photo: Ford The new and improved 2021 Ford F-150 will be rolling out sometime later this year, but you can get a jumpstart on picking out your prized pickup right now. Ford launched an “early” build and price tool ahead of rolling out the “complete”…
The 2021 Wrangler Rubicon 392 Photo: FCA Autotrader named the 2021 Jeep Wrangler and Chrysler Pacifica to its list of the 10 Best Cars for Dog Lovers. This is the third year in a row that the models have earned spots on the list for making it easy to travel with your pet. Why Are…
Photo: Kia Over the years, Kia has come up with quite a few intriguing concept vehicles, with some of them even becoming production models available for purchase. From the many variations of the iconic Soul to the latest Futuron all-electric SUV, there have been plenty of eye-catching debuts. As a huge fan of all things…
The 2019 Jaguar F-PACE SVR Building high-performance luxury SUVs is no longer enough: we have now reached the next stage of the big-vehicle craze and brands like Jaguar are more than happy to capitalize. At the 2018 New York International Auto Show, the British automaker unveiled the 2019 F-Pace SVR, an even-more-high-performance version of the…
2016 Cadillac CTS-V Photo: © General Motors The CTS-V is all-new for 2016, featuring a 6.2-liter V8 supercharged engine and four-wheel independent suspension, which combine to produce the most powerful machine Cadillac has ever produced in its 113 year history. The 2016 Cadillac CTS-V luxury sedan is capable of 640 horsepower and a top speed of 200…
The Cadillac ELR failed to meet expectations since its debut in 2013 Photo: © General Motors Back in January, Cadillac President Johan de Nysschen essentially read the ELR coupe its last rites when he confirmed a second-generation of this Caddy wouldn’t be produced. “I plan to continue admiring it as one of the most beautiful…
2016 Cadillac SRX Photo: © General Motors The 2016 Cadillac SRX is five-passenger luxury crossover with a starting MSRP of $37,605. The 2016 SRX has already earned a five-star safety rating from the federal government, and it also comes equipped with a more-than-capable 308-hp V6 engine. The 2016 Cadillac SRX comes in four trims: Standard…
US President Barack Obama In a landmark agreement, the United States and China agreed Wednesday to work to curb greenhouse gas emissions considerably by 2030. US President Barack Obama and Chinese President Xi Jinping announced their countries’ plans to cut carbon emissions generated by motor vehicles, industrial manufacturing, and the use of fossil fuels to…
The Pacifica Hybrid’s distinctive eFlite technology was developed in-house by FCA US Minivans are not usually considered the most fuel efficient-vehicles on the road, but the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is far from your typical minivan. The Pacifica Hybrid is the first minivan to earn the best possible rating of 10 in the EPA’s Green…
The 2023 Cadillac Lyriq is just one of the upcoming models that will feature the brand’s new monochrome logo Photo: Cadillac If you’re a fan of Cadillac’s current colorful logo, you might want to snag a new Cadillac model before the decade is out. The automaker recently revealed a new logo that’s a monochrome version…
Photo: Cadillac For the 2022 model year, you’ll be able to add some extra stopping power to your Cadillac XT5. Here’s what the newly available Brembo Brake Package will add to this classy crossover. Upgrade Your Daily Drive: Shop for a 2021 Cadillac XT5 The Brembo Brake Package will fit the Cadillac XT5 with Brembo…
The Antarctic Snow Cruiser may go down in history as the most badass recreational vehicle of all time — even though it was, by all accounts, a near-total failure. Intended to safely transport a crew of five scientists all the way to the South Pole across the harsh Antarctic landscape, the most traveling the Snow…
2018 Niro Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) Revealed by Kia Motors at the Los Angeles Auto Show, the 2018 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) looks and feels a lot like the Kia Niro Hybrid, yet it features some exceptional attributes making it a standout in Kia Motors’ lineup of alternative-fuel vehicles. Check Out: 2018 Kia Niro FE…
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV comes standard with a number of advanced safety features and offers consumers the choice between five unique engine options. Originally known as the M-Class, the GLE received significant updates for the 2016 model year and is even offered in a coupe variant. This overview focuses on the SUV model, which…
2016 Volvo XC60 The 2016 Volvo XC60 is a five-passenger luxury crossover SUV that has something to offer every member of the family. Featuring the choice of four powerful engines and five unique powertrains, the 2016 Volvo XC60 is one of the most versatile vehicles on the market. Additionally, the 2016 XC60 comes with Volvo’s advanced technologies such as…
Photo: The News Wheel Vehicle safety continues to evolve and become more accessible to the average driver. What used to be featured only on only high-end models has become widely available on economy-class cars. Many cars now feature proximity alert, a valuable maneuvering and safety tool that beeps when your vehicle is close to a…
Photo: taltigolt Potatoes and cars — such an unusual combination. However, there are quite a few scenarios where potatoes intersect with vehicles and transportation. Here are just four car-related celebrations of the spud to help celebrate National Potato Day on Aug. 19. Rugged Reliability: Discover the 2018 Chevy truck lineup [wptab name=’#1′] Jumpstart a dead…
Viziblezone is just one of the startups seeking to make self-driving cars safer for pedestrians Photo: Free-Photos via Pixabay Pedestrian protection is a key concern when it comes to driverless cars. Viziblezone, an Israeli startup, has a smartphone-based solution that could help improve autonomous vehicle safety. Modern Protection: Discover the benefits of OnStar technology While…
Green Car Journal has named the 2019 Honda Insight its 2019 Green Car of the Year at the Los Angeles Auto Show, marking the fourth time Honda wins the award. Made in Indiana, the all-new Insight is a four-door hybrid with panache and performance you rarely get from electrified vehicles in its price bracket. “Today’s…
The 2019 Buick Encore is an affordable, luxurious compact crossover filled with the latest technology and an abundance of customizable features and amenities. With a starting MSRP of $23,200, the 2019 Encore is the perfect choice for those wanting peppy performance and a smooth ride. The 2019 Buick Encore is available at four trim levels:…
Photo: geralt While manufacturers are still perfecting automated vehicle technology, it’s likely that the gradual increase of self-driving cars on the roads will result in a boost in certain stocks. Like with any new invention, the rise in automated vehicles will catalyze a demand for new products and services. Colin Langan with UBS led a…
Changan Ford will build the Mustang Mach-E domestically for China Photo: Ford As part of its push to grow in the world’s largest new car market, Ford Motor Company will build its all-new Mustang Mach-E in China for domestic sales. Ford currently builds the Mustang Mach-E for the North American market at its Cuautitlán Stamping and…
With the introduction of the Cadillac CT6, Cadillac set out to establish a flagship sedan that embodied the qualities of the luxury brand. One quality that the CT6 was somewhat lacking in, however, was efficiency. To correct this, Cadillac next introduced the Plug-In version of the CT6. Today, the 2018 Cadillac CT6 Plug-In continues to provide drivers…
Lincoln Motor Company closed out 2018 on an up note, delivering 11,526 vehicles in December for an 8.5 percent year-over-year increase. The promising send-off was made possible by gains across the board for Lincoln SUVs, including another huge month from the red-hot Navigator. The all-new Lincoln Navigator rounded out its incredible year with a 43.6…
The updated 2019 Buick Envision features updated exterior, interior, and powertrain features that make it a sublime compact SUV. This refreshed model has a starting MSRP of $31,995 and comes with a bounty of opulent standard features, right from the start. The 2019 Buick Envision is available at five trim levels: Envision, Preferred, Essence, Premium,…
Might the Challenger’s future incorporate electrification? The Dodge Challenger has long been associated with powerful HEMI engines and ludicrously high horsepower ratings. However, as the automotive landscape moves away from internal combustion engines as a source of power, the viability of the Challenger’s current strategy is brought into question. It’s obviously a dilemma that has…
The Honda Fit e:HEV hatchback, unveiled at the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show, uses a two-motor hybrid system that works alongside its usual 1.5-liter combustion engine. According to Yasuaki Asaki, Honda’s head of power unit development, the automaker looked to its Formula 1 program for inspiration when building this new roadgoing powertrain. High Performance Driving: Honda…
When it comes to automotive luxury, Porsche is a brand that always comes to mind. This quality is reflected in the 2015 Porsche Boxster. Porsche’s roadster is available in a number of trims, from the standard Boxster to the advanced Spyder model, each with a constant commitment to quality and design. [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New…
Kia Soul a Best New Car of 2014 About.com editor, Aaron Gold, recently released his list of the Best New Cars of 2014, and we were pleased to see a News Wheel (and hamster) favorite make the final cut: Gold named the 2014 Kia Soul a Best New Car for 2014. The Soul was among…
Hyundai has once again been mentioned as a potential partner for FCA Nearly a year ago, rumors emerged of a potential merger between Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Hyundai. Of course, nothing came of these rumors, as FCA and Hyundai still remain separate automotive entities to this day. However, murmurs of this merger have recently begun…
Photo: Chevrolet General Motors will end production on the current generation of the Chevrolet Camaro early next year. What’s next for the iconic muscle car? It’s not clear yet, but GM has hinted that the Camaro nameplate could return at some point. Ready for a New Ride? Learn about the basics of trading in a…
Photo: Kia As it enters its second model year, the Kia EV6 maintains its modern look while introducing some exciting updates. The 2023 Kia EV6 starts at $48,700 and is available at five trim levels — Wind (RWD), Wind (e-AWD), GT-Line (RWD), GT-Line (e-AWD), and GT (e-AWD). Go Green: Check out the entire Kia hybrid…
The Buick LaCrosse will still be available to drivers across the Pacific Ocean Earlier this week, General Motors announced that it would be closing five of its North American facilities, including its Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly location. Due to this development, both the Buick LaCrosse and the Cadillac CT6 will be eliminated from GM’s North American vehicle…
The buzz at Cadillac is it’s going electric, but the brand still has plenty of roar with its exclusive 4.2L twin-turbo V-8. Check out this video of the new Blackwing. https://t.co/xAMJkRlPJK @Cadillac @GM pic.twitter.com/rDsqsv4WFK — WardsAuto (@WardsAuto) January 15, 2019 Fans of the new 2019 Cadillac CT6-V might be familiar with its 4.2-liter Twin-Turbo V8 Blackwing…
Mary Barra’s promotion to the CEO of General Motors was game changing; in her role, Barra is the first female CEO in the automotive industry. Background A Michigan native, Mary Barra was born in Waterford. Her father, Ray Makela, was a factory worker at General Motors, giving her a taste of the company from a…
2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Photo: Mitsubishi Motors The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV not only outperformed its September 2017 sales with an increase of 9 percent this September, it’s also leading the pack of plug-in hybrid sales in the U.K. Learn More: About the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV “Looking at the wider plug-in market, the Mitsubishi Outlander…
2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Photo: Mitsubishi Drivers in the U.K. eager to experience how a popular eco-friendly vehicle can change their driving lives should look to one of the 100 Mitsubishi dealerships offering a 24-hour test drive in the new 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. Mitsubishi Lakeside in West Thurrock is also offering the day-long test…
Lately, it seems like, if we are praising a Chevrolet car, it is most likely one of two models: either the long-running performance car, the Camaro, or the relatively new plug-in hybrid, the Volt. Well, now it seems that Ward’s Auto is seeing what we have already been talking about, and gave the engines from…
Opel CEO Karl-Thomas Neumann Opel is taking home a pair of 2016 AUTOBEST Awards after a panel of independent journalists from 31 different European countries voted the recently-revealed Opel Ampera-e the ECOBEST 2016 and determined that the Rüsselsheim-based brand was its choice for COMPANYBEST 2016. Commercial Success: See the latest TV spot for the all-new…
The Nissan Bladeglider concept is largely unlike anything you’ve ever seen before, and that’s just the way we like it By looking at the Nissan BladeGlider Concept, you probably would just assume that it is another futuristic concept used to get a little publicity that will never even see roadways. According to Nissan’s insistence that…
Porsche has announced that it set a new United States sales record in 2018 following strong performance across its entire vehicle lineup. This may inspire a sigh of relief among car enthusiasts who are wary of the SUV apocalypse and see this new record as a sign that people are still buying fun cars. The…
Photo: Maserati Maserati has been flying somewhat under the radar recently, but the Italian luxury automaker has big plans for the future. Last year, it had laid out a roadmap for 2018-2022, but a revised blueprint in Fiat Chrysler Automobile’s 2019 second-quarter results has revealed notable changes. Likely the most significant omission from Maserati’s new…
Photo: The News Wheel Today, we know Ford’s performance capabilities through the Mustang’s legendary reputation and its famous iterations like the Shelby GT500. However, Ford wasn’t always a “cool” brand beloved by young thrill-seekers and trendy joy-riders. Its performance at the track was mediocre, and that didn’t translate to high public sales of its sporty…
Plug-in vehicles have continued their rising trend, marking the 29th month in a row of year-over-year sales gains. This was led by the Tesla Model 3 with an estimated 2,485 sales, but still is not being delivered in the high numbers that the brand promised thanks to problems in ramping up production. Coming in behind…
Photo: Porsche When the EPA first revealed the new Porsche Taycan range estimates, Porsche enthusiasts were disappointed. The EPA claimed the base Taycan model would go 200 highway miles on a single charge while models equipped with the 93.4-kWh Performance Battery Plus package would go 225 miles. That’s a long way off the 402 miles…
The Lincoln Aviator topped its segment in MotorTrend’s Ultimate Car Rankings Photo: Lincoln With the end of production on the MKZ and Continental, Lincoln is all in on its crossover and SUV lineup. That focus on key products pays off in the latest MotorTrend Ultimate Car Rankings. The Lincoln Aviator, Corsair, and Navigator all ranked…
Find out what PMPG (passenger miles per gallon) is and how it’s calculated When we think of vehicles and their efficiency, it is usually in terms of miles per gallon (MPG). Of course, with electric cars, we refer to it as MPGe, but it is still built on the same foundational principle: that fuel rating…
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