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…
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…
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