Photo: Toyota In late 2017, Toyota announced it was investing $113 million in Toyota Motor Manufacturing West Virginia to produce 120,000 hybrid transaxles per year. In early 2019, that capacity was doubled and so was the investment, to nearly $226 million. Finally, the first of these hundreds of thousands of transaxles has been made. “Our…
The Chevrolet Tahoe is a powerhouse, with a towing capacity of up to 8,400 pounds and an available 6.2-liter V8 engine. This full-size SUV seats seven passengers without sacrificing fuel economy, earning up to 23 mpg on the highway. The 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe is available in three trims: LS, LT, and Premier. Holiday Travel: Tips…
Today at the 2014 Chicago Auto Show, Lincoln was set to unveil its 2015 Lincoln Navigator to the media. While The News Wheel will undoubtedly have photos of the latest version of the Navigator among the images that will be uploaded over the next few days (and believe us, there’s plenty to satiate your auto show…
The 2017 Optima was the top seller for Kia in February It looks like 2017 is off to a slow start for Kia when it comes to sales, as the automaker saw a year-over-year decrease from last February. The decrease was only slightly lower than February of 2016, but certain vehicles in the lineup managed…
Photo: Toyota Last week, we predicted that Toyota would announce a four-cylinder engine for the new 2021 Supra, and while that was correct, we were caught completely by surprise by another bit of news: the regular V6 Supra will also have more power. Getting a power boost in only the second year is unusual for…
RIP RAV4 EV (2012-2014) According to reports, Tesla’s deal with Toyota to provide batteries and motors for the latter’s RAV4 EV will end this year. Tesla said in their quarterly earnings filing that Toyota intends to end production of the RAV4 EV sometime in 2014, though there is enough evidence to suggest that Toyota and…
Every year, two safety organizations test a multitude of new cars, trucks, and SUVs in order to determine each vehicle’s ability to protect its occupants in the event of a crash, as well as provide ratings for how well each vehicle performs in preventing crashes before they have a chance to transpire. Those two safety…
Photo: Toyota Gazoo Racing Toyota Gazoo Racing is the first constructor to unveil its Le Mans Hyperclass prototype, the GR010 Hybrid. Designed over the last 18 months by teams based in Germany and Japan, the prototype is the racing version of a road-going hypercar that Toyota plans to launch in the near future. As Toyota…
2020 Ford Transit Passenger Van Photo: Ford Motor Company They say that money makes the world go ‘round, and in Europe, it seems that vans make the money go ‘round. According to Economics of Commercial Van Usage Across Europe, a new report commissioned by Ford and generated by the Center for Economics and Business Research,…
Photo: GMC When the original Hummer H1 SUV debuted, it was anything but eco friendly — but GMC is shaking things up with its 2024 GMC Hummer EV, an all-electric SUV that surpasses its gas-powered predecessor on a number of fronts. To cement its status as an environmentally conscious model, GMC has auctioned off the…
A couple days during each week week, you’ll notice that Google.com’s standard multi-colored word-based logo has been replaced by an artistic, sometimes-kinetic scene redesigning the company’s letters. These Google Doodles pay homage to historic figures, inventions, and milestones and direct people to learn more about the special achievement by clicking on the illustration. Some of…
The smart, seductive looks of the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio make it one of the best luxury sports cars on the market today. This Italian beast is packed with lavish features that stun, both inside and out. There’s only one trim for the new Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio, because that’s truly all you need….
Photo: © General Motors Lately, when it comes to Chevrolet‘s electric lineup, it feels like all the attention is going to the plug-in hybrid Volt or the upcoming long-range EV, the Bolt. However, we shouldn’t forget that there is more to the Chevy green lineup than these two–there is the Volt’s subcompact cousin, the Chevy…
The Wildcat EV Concept Photo: Buick The recently revealed Wildcat EV Concept is more than just a new vehicle — it’s a sneak peek at where the entire Buick lineup will be headed over the next few years. Should You Buy or Lease Your Next Vehicle? What know about the benefits of each option Buick…
Photo: GMC The GMC Hummer EV truck was introduced last year to a mixed crowd. But since its debut, the electric truck has surprised many with its capabilities and efficiency. The newest member in the Hummer lineup, the 2024 GMC Hummer EV SUV, was introduced in April. Large and in Charge: U.S. News praises three…
Brazilian Plant Photo: Derek Keats The auto industry often gets a bad rep for harming the environment. However, Fiat and Jeep factories are actively working to protect the environment in Brazil, and they’ve had some amazing results. Do Your Part: How to lower the amount of gas you use Important steps taken by Fiat and…
2020 Cadillac CT6 Photo: Nan Palermo via CC Cadillac has received quite a few head-nods from J.D. Power this year. Not only did the CT5 and XT4 models top their respective segments in the 2020 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study, but the brand also performed well on this year’s Customer Service Index Study. Now, the…
Today, Zipcar announced their new ONE>WAY service, which intends to take members on point-to-point trips within cities, as well as to and from certain airports. Because Zipcar, in planning out their new service, didn’t think it would be the best protocol to stick their customers in boring economy sedans, they’ve opted to make the 2015…
As a driver, you have to be ready to deal with all kinds of scenarios. Here are some devices and gadgets you should keep in your car in case of emergency. Jump starter The main mission of a jump starter is to help start a vehicle with a dead battery. A jump starter is small…
Photo: The News Wheel A hot, stuffy cabin makes driving in the summer a lot less fun. You want relief as soon as possible, and some air conditioning systems lack the power you need to cool down your drive quickly and efficiently. If staying cool in the brutal heat is necessary for your daily drives,…
This year, Mitsubishi is introducing the world’s first ever plug-in hybrid crossover: the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. This hybrid is the perfect crossover for family road trips or an efficient daily commute. Either way, you’ll find comfort and efficiency behind the wheel of the Outlander PHEV. The 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is available in two…
Chevy is likely going to replace its plug-in hybrid Volt with a crossover sometime soon, and although it seems like it is going to call the replacement the CrossVolt, I’m not sure if that is the best choice. New Stuff: Meet the new Chevrolet Traverse [wptab name=’Better Names’] Better Names So here are some proposed…
Green Car Reports recently revealed its annual list of the 10 most efficient vehicles — and the 2019 Chevy Bolt made the cut. Learn more about the award, as well as this model’s eco-friendly capabilities. New Horizons: Meet the 2020 Corvette The 2019 Bolt EV’s deserving achievement Per Green Car Reports’ Aaron Cole, this year’s…
Uber eVTOL Concept Car Photo: Uber The future you have always imagined may be closer than you think. Uber has swept the roads with its ridesharing service, and now it is taking to the skies. With electric flying cars on the horizon, urban transportation may have a different feel real soon. Benefits and Protection: What…
Driving at night can be dangerous, especially if your car’s headlights aren’t up to par. And according to a study by the IIHS, the majority of cars on the road do a notably poor job of illuminating the road ahead. To ensure that you’re able to see the road and your surroundings in the dark,…
Ford Mustang Mach-E sales in Canada totaled 665 for Q1 2021 Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company of Canada delivered 54,249 vehicles in the first quarter of the year, up 0.9 percent from 2020. Ford saw significant increases in sales for a number of key vehicles in Q1 as well as strong performances from new vehicles…
Like all major automakers, Chevrolet has seen models come and go over the years. But there are some discontinued Chevy models that made a lasting impression on the lineup, even though they are not still made today. Here are the top four. Chevrolet El Camino Photo: The News Wheel Is it a truck? Is it…
The Tokyo Motor Show opened to the press last week as one of the first auto shows of the season, and Nissan was ready to show off in its home country. There were several Nissan concept vehicles at the show, but the most futuristic model on display was surely the Nissan IMx zero-emission concept. This…
Photo: Cadillac The first electric car from Cadillac Racing, the all-new V-LMDh, went through testing recently and achieved significant milestones. This marks a key development goal for the team as it prepares for the vehicle’s competition debut in Daytona, Florida, at the Rolex 24 on Jan. 28. The Future of Cadillac: Learn more about the…
Photo: Ford Motor Company There may be a great deal of uncertainty with a whole buncha things in the (perhaps soon not so) United Kingdom, but one thing in 2019 was certain: Ford Motor Company was the No. 1 brand in the U.K. both in passenger and commercial vehicle sales. With its successful 2019, Ford…
Making it onto the annual Wards 10 Best UX list isn’t easy. WardsAuto editors carefully test eligible vehicles to find out if they provide drivers with an intuitive experience behind the wheel. Cutting-edge technology is a must, but even more importantly, it needs to be convenient and easy to use. This year, the all-new 2019…
2015 Chevy Volt ©GM With a D2XX-based Chevrolet Volt supposedly just one or two years away from release, the first-generation Chevy Volt is getting close to the end of its model cycle. So there is nothing revolutionary coming to the 2015 edition of the Volt, just one deletion and three additions. Specifically, the 2015 Volt…
Ford Racing 2(2003) Photo: : Empire Interactive, Feral Interactive, Take-Two Interactive, Gotham Games When you think of car advertisements, your mind recalls television commercials, radio jingles, and online banner ads. You probably don’t think of video games. Yet, Ford saw an opportunity to reach fans and give them the opportunity to race their favorite Ford…
2022 Cadillac V-Series Blackwing vehicles get standard six-speed manual Photo: General Motors Manual is indeed back on the menu for the Cadillac V-Series, and it’s coming standard. Cadillac confirmed that the upcoming 2022 CT4-V Blackwing and CT5-V Blackwing will both feature a standard six-speed manual transmission. When Cadillac announced the V-Series Blackwing sedans in April,…
Please refrain from hanging out in your Corvette’s frunk Photo: General Motors Ah, the frunk — a term I’ve written about at length in the past. We know it as the status symbol that signifies an all-new electric SUV’s chicken wing capacity or a feature born of the 2020 Corvette’s revolutionary mid-engine construction. According to…
With attendance consistently exceeding the 1 million mark, the Chicago Auto Show is the biggest auto show in North America—but given Mitsubishi’s somewhat low-key presence on this side of the Pacific, it’s perhaps no surprise the Japanese automaker has only appeared seven times in the show’s 107-year history. In this article, we’ll go over every…
The beloved Lancer Evolution was killed off last year and now it’s the regular Lancer’s turn on the chopping block. Speaking to Motor1, Mitsubishi North America Executive VP Don Swearingen said the automaker had no plans to launch another compact sedan in the United States and that production of the Lancer would end this August….
California’s standards look to speed up EV adoption and cut emissions Photo: Ford Five automakers on Tuesday filed a motion backing the Environmental Protection Agency’s decision to restore California’s right to set its own vehicle emissions standards. The “California Framework” companies — Ford, BMW, Volkswagen, Honda, and Volvo — issued a joint statement supporting the…
A teaser of the Airtrek Photo: Mitsubishi Motors The 19th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition recently wrapped up after automakers displayed their latest and greatest vehicles. One new vehicle that made an appearance was the Airtrek, an electric SUV created by Mitsubishi Motors in collaboration with Chinese automaker GAC. Check out the Mitsubishi Outlander: Features…
Photo: Bart van Overbeeke via Solar Team Eindhoven A solar-powered electric camper van has completed a 1,242-mile journey from Eindhoven University in the Netherlands to Tarifa, a town at the southernmost tip of Spain, without stopping for fuel or plugging in to charge. (In other words, it crossed four countries, including two of Europe’s largest,…
It’s been a long time coming, but the Lincoln Corsair Grand Touring is here at last Photo: Lincoln It’s been a hot minute since Lincoln announced its Corsair Grand Touring. Considerably more than a hot minute, actually. Like, we’re talking the pre-pandemic before days. But finally, nearly two years later, the 2021 Lincoln Corsair Grand…
2022 Audi RS e-tron GT (left) and Audi e-tron GT (right) Photo: Audi The Audi e-tron made its debut at dealerships in 2018. But in that same year, at the Los Angeles Auto Show, Audi unveiled the e-tron GT Concept prototype. The fully electric, performance-based Sportback model has been under wraps ever since — until…
Photo: Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport via CC Toyota is one of the Tokyo Olympics’ biggest sponsors but less than a week from the opening ceremony, the automotive giant has announced it will not air its Olympic-themed ads. Toyota’s North American division says the decision is limited to Japan and was made “out…
Here’s your first look at upcoming Jeep EV Photo: Stellantis The verdict is in, and the auto industry is finally all-in on going all-electric. Jeep’s the latest big name to get in on the action, revealing the first images of its first EV. Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares offered up the earliest look at the vehicle…
Dodge now offering unique Jailbreak package for 2022 Charger (left) and Challenger Hellcat Redeye Widebody Photo: Stellantis Thin Lizzy fans oughta love the latest model to join the Dodge performance lineup. 2022 Dodge Charger and Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody cars are now offered with a new Jailbreak model, which ups the ante for eye-catching…
The Atlas was an all-star for Volkswagen in Q2 Photo: Volkswagen Like many automakers as of late, Volkswagen has seen quite an increase in sales after the COVID-19 pandemic left many without jobs or the desire to purchase a new vehicle. But now that vaccines are more widely available and people are getting back to…
GMC Hummer EV will show off accessories at the 2021 SEMA show Photo: GMC The 2021 Specialty Equipment Market Association show is set for next week in Las Vegas, and GMC is bringing three GMC Hummer EV models to the event. The GMC models on display will include the GMC Hummer EV SUV and two…
2023 Cadillac XT4 Photo: Cadillac The XT4 is one of the newer SUVs in the Cadillac lineup, having made its debut as a 2019 model. Now in its fifth model year, the 2023 XT4 arrives with very few changes, as Cadillac is planning to refresh the vehicle in the near future. Meet the New Kid:…
Ford has already sold out of its Eluminator e-crate motor, but more are on the way Photo: Ford Still not sure whether folks are ready to make the switch to electric? Here’s a bit of evidence to that point: At SEMA 2021, Ford rolled out a beautiful, beautiful concept truck styled after the classic F-100…
2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line Photo: Kia The Carbon Trust was developed in the late ’90s and currently works with businesses and governments to align their climate change strategies in order to meet the Paris Agreement goals. The organization also provides certifications to companies committed to reducing their carbon footprint. Recently, the upcoming Kia EV6 all-electric…
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