The new Volkswagen Sport Coupe GTE concept The new Volkswagen Sport Coupe GTE concept has debuted at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, offering a glimpse at the future of the VW lineup—both in terms of design elements and increasing hybridization. A coupe with four doors and a hatchback built on the same modular transverse matrix…
2016 Chevrolet Malibu Photo: © General Motors The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu is a midsize sedan with a starting MSRP of $22,500. Highlights of the 2016 Malibu include a 250-horsepower turbo engine, a brilliantly restyled exterior, and an improved Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system that’s now compatible with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The 2016 Chevrolet…
Chevy has released another ad in its “Real People, Not Actors” marketing campaign (which actually does feature some actors), once again with the apparent goal of publicly shaming some dumb people. In this new commercial for the 2016 Equinox, a focus group of ordinary people is asked to answer a math problem: Embarrassing. After being…
Photo: OnInnovation Famous for his groundbreaking innovations across multiple marketplaces, Elon Musk is quickly becoming a household name. Musk is currently the CEO of both Tesla Motors and SpaceX. Background Elon Musk was born in Pretoria, South Africa in 1971. He spent most of his childhood in South Africa before moving to Canada at 17…
It’s a pretty terrifying scenario — you’re driving down the highway, cruising at around 70 mph, and you have a sudden realization: you can’t stop. While unlikely, it is possible for your accelerator to get stuck. Tapping the brakes doesn’t do a whole lot of good in this scenario, so what’s your best option? Brake….
With a sporty exterior and the performance to match, the 2016 Dodge Dart is the perfect everyday car for those consumers that love to drive. Though its segment has a lot of competition, including the Toyota Corolla and Ford Focus, the 2016 Dart easily stands its ground. Its aggressive styling, driver-focused interior, and long list…
Photo: All vehicle images above are attributed to their respective OEMs Every year, I peruse the leading automakers’ current lineup of vehicles to see which models can be ordered with green exterior paint. Green has become a rare color option in recent years, but luckily 2021 is a good year for shoppers searching for a…
What should you do if your car was soaked in a flood? Photo: Chris Waits via CC If you’re reading this article, hopefully it’s not because your car has been damaged by excessive rain or flooding. And hopefully it’s not because you decided to drive through high water. Because water damage is one of the…
Photo: Cadillac With recent innovations, including the 38-inch screen featured in the 2021 Escalade, it’s clear that Cadillac is stepping up its infotainment game. The automaker has recently teamed up with Rightpoint and Territory Studio to create fresh, intuitive infotainment systems for upcoming models. Here’s what this collaboration could bring to the table. Enjoy the…
Photo: Honda The 2020 Honda Accord Hybrid has today began arriving in dealership showrooms around the United States — and with an EPA-estimated combined fuel economy rating of 48 mpg and a starting price of $25,470, it’s firmly the most affordable midsize hybrid sedan in America. Built exclusively in Ohio, the Accord Hybrid is getting…
Introducing the new Mercedes-Benz Concept IAA The new Mercedes-Benz Concept IAA is what the Transformers franchise could have been had Michael Bay not touched the project. This new concept model, which debuted at the Frankfurt International Motor Show, is pretty awesome, actually shifting its shape when it hits 80 km/h (50 mph) or at the…
Weird Fiat commercials: Endless GIF Since its acquisition of Chrysler Group in 2011, and its triumphant return to the American market after a 27-year absence, Fiat has quickly grown to become a favorite automaker with drivers across the country. The Fiat 500 line—which originated as a retro-looking minicar and has now expanded to include the…
Car horns looked a lot more basic in the early 20th century Photo: Jojo Hasilla via Pixabay Sometimes it’s easy to take basic vehicle parts, like the brakes, gear selector, or auto-locks, for granted. Car horns are another part that’s easy to gloss over — but this device has a fascinating history that deserves some…
The Infiniti Q80 Inspiration Concept was at the event The 2016 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance is more than just a car competition. Collector cars must be invited to the event to compete, and because of that attendees are typically either huge car fans or extremely wealthy drivers looking to possibly grow their collections. Luxury car…
The 2016 Subaru Crosstrek ditches the XV from its name (previous model years were called the Subaru XV Crosstrek). The all-new Crosstrek, like all Subarus, is built to take drivers and passengers off-road, but is a viable, safe, and efficient option for families of small and moderate sizes. The 2016 Subaru Crosstrek is available in…
Ford and State Farm teamed up to see how driver-assist tech can save drivers money on insurance Photo: Ford Driver-assistive safety features are becoming more commonly standard on new vehicles, and it stands to reason that this will help drivers save money in the long run. Ford, whose Ford Co-Pilot360 is standard on vehicles like…
Sergio Rodriguez spent $160 to charge Mustang Mach-E on cross-country trip Photo: Ford Sergio Rodriguez was one of the many folks who recently got a 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E, and he immediately put that puppy to the test. Rodriguez, an Army veteran, decided to travel 2,500 miles from SoCal to Georgia in his newly purchased…
Photo: FreeStocks When it comes to ride-sharing services, many thought city dwellers would begin to give up the idea of car ownership. But a new report from Bruce Schaller, a consultant in New York City, shows that riders are giving up public transportation and keeping their cars. According to Schaller, 60 percent of Uber and…
The 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is one of the most powerful vehicles on the market today and it carries a relatively affordable starting MSRP of $61,140. This American muscle car has been designed to compete with the top performance cars from around the world. That tough task is made possible thanks to features like magnetic…
The 2015 Suburban If you’ve got a big family and you’re thinking about taking a summer road trip this season, either to beat the heat or to soak up the sun, then the 2015 Suburban might be exactly what you need. The all-new Chevy Suburban can tote around up to nine passengers—and since seven of…
Automotive Science Group study: 2015 F-150 is Best All-Around Performance pickup, has best life-cycle carbon footprint Three Ford vehicles earned Best All-Around Performance accolades, in addition to a number of other honors, in the 2015 Automotive Science Group study of vehicle performance. Most impressively, the 2015 Ford F-150 XL SuperCab with 8-foot box and 2.7-liter…
We recently reported that Mitsubishi and Nissan would begin to share all EV tech, and already we are getting a glimpse of what that might mean for the global market. According to Nikkei Asian Review, Nissan is planning to mass-produce a new $17,000 electric car, making it significantly cheaper than the existing Nissan LEAF. As…
2020 Ford Kuga ST-Line X Plug-In Hybrid Photo: Ford The new Ford Kuga is rolling out in Europe, and it promises the most electrified and most efficient lineup yet. The Kuga, Ford’s third best-selling vehicle in Europe behind the Fiesta and Focus, looks to appeal to customers old and new with a stylish new look,…
Photo: Ford / YouTube We know that the Ford Mustang Hybrid is coming, but we don’t know very much about it — apart from what it might wind up looking like, compliments of the “Future is Built” commercial (skip to the 34 second mark). Per a new patent published this month, we now may have…
The 2017 Acura MDX is the company’s flagship SUV and it combines elegant exterior styling with loads of standard safety features, which helps keep this luxury crossover safe while out on the roadways. Known for its reliability and quiet interior, the 2017 Acura MDX carries a starting MSRP of $43,950. The new Acura MDX competes…
Photo: GM The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded General Motors Defense a $36.4 million contract that will involve producing 10 heavy-duty Suburban SUVs. The contract gives GM Defense exclusive rights to manufacture heavy-duty, possibly armored vehicles for use by government agencies such as the U.S. Secret Service. General Motors will manufacture these purpose-built vehicles…
There are certain aspects of automobiles that we’ve always taken for granted, like the fact that they have an engine, require fuel, and run on four wheels. As some of these aspects are changing with new technology–like the introduction of alternative fuels–it’s natural for us to question other aspects–such as, “Why do cars have four…
Fernando Alonso was running inside the top 10 at the United States Grand Prix in Austin when he reported a loss of power and was forced to retire. Honda later found it had been an issue with the MGU-H, which converts heat energy from the exhaust system into electricity. The MGU-H is one of six…
Photo: Hyundai The 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid will feature the automaker’s first solar-panel roof system for battery recharging. The 2020 Sonata Hybrid’s solar technology, which takes up the entire roof of the car, gives the battery six extra hours of charging time a day and could increase the car’s travel distance by about 800 miles…
Photo: Buick Buick recently introduced its newest SUV for the Chinese market: the Buick Envision Plus. No official announcements have been made, but there’s a good chance this model could soon be sold in the U.S. as the Envision GX. All-New for 2021: Meet the stunningly redesigned Buick Envision SUV Classified as a premium midsize…
Side ramp on a accessible vehicle operated by MTA of NY Photo: Metropolitan Transportation Authority of the State of New York via cc A lot of calculations and decisions go into crafting the best accessible van for your needs. If you require special access, you’re probably debating between a lift or a ramp for your…
Back in 2007, Mazda announced a new development vision, which it called “Sustainable Zoom-Zoom.” This vision led Mazda to offer advances in driving pleasure, environmental performance, and safety features. Now, though, Mazda has decided to kick its development vision further down the road, under a new name: “Sustainable Zoom-Zoom 2030.” More Mazda Design: Here’s how…
Q2 financial presentation confirms no Ford Bronco for Europe Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford confirmed that it is eliminating the Ka+ from its lineup in order to focus on adding more profitable crossovers to the lineup. One of the crossovers definitely not coming to Europe is the tentatively titled Baby Bronco, which will not make…
Photo: Ford Motor Company For the first time in its history, Ford Motor Company earned a spot on CDP’s Climate “A List,” making it one of just 35 American companies and the only automaker originating in America honored for 2019. CDP, a global nonprofit organization whose goal is to facilitate the shift to sustainability by…
2020 Nissan Kicks Photo: Nissan If saving money at the pump is one of your driving goals in 2021, consider getting behind the wheel of the Nissan Kicks. The staff at U.S. News & World Report named the popular 2020 Kicks to its list of The 14 Most Fuel-Efficient SUVs in 2021. Available Now: 2020…
The BMW i3 and i8 haven’t been around for long, but already the world has sat up and taken notice of the two cutting-edge electric models from the German automaker. The i3 in particular has garnered plenty of attention since its release, cinching titles like 2015 Yahoo Green Car of the Year, Green Car Journal’s…
The all-new 2018 Honda Fit Sport trim Honda revealed the refreshed 2018 Fit today, which will go on sale next month with new styling, the addition of a Sport trim, and available Honda Sensing safety features. This marks the popular hatchback’s first update since the launch of the 2015 model in 2014. The updated styling and…
2015 Kia Soul EV Vincentric, the automotive industry’s leading source of cost-of-ownership data and analysis, has recently awarded the 2015 Kia Soul EV with the 2015 Vincentric “Best Value in America” award in the Electric/Plug-in Hybrid category. “The Kia brand has always stood for value, and even as we’ve grown and matured, adding ever more…
The 2017 GMC Yukon is a full-size, eight-passenger SUV that is a cut above the competition when it comes to luxury, even before upgrading to the truly extravagant Denali trim. No other vehicle in its class can rival its premium interior features and cutting-edge styling. The downside of being such a big and extravagant SUV…
Don’t be left stranded with a dead battery because of these secret drains Photo: The News Wheel A dead car battery is a real pain in the neck to deal with. By the time its charge has depleted, it’s too late to do anything to fix it. Now you’re stuck in the parking lot, stranded…
The Cadillac Celestiq is rumored to resemble the Escala concept, shown above Cadillac has been pushing towards an all-electric future, and its newly revealed Celestiq flagship sedan is a perfect example of the luxury marque’s vision. From the inspiration behind its design to its opulent, high-tech interior, this new sedan is loaded with luxury. Here’s…
The Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid combines gasoline and electric power to create an eco-friendly ride, while bringing along luxury features and advanced technology inside the cabin. Earning up to 58 mpg, you can save a decent chunk of change with fewer stops at the gas station. The 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid is available in three trims:…
The 2016 Buick Enclave, supposedly the most American-made automobile. The Kogod School of Business at American University in Northwest Washington, DC, has published a new index of the most American-made automobiles in the United States. Unfortunately, the “Made in America Auto Index” has a misleading title because its rankings are heavily skewed in favor of…
The 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer Photo: Chevrolet For the first time in almost 20 years, General Motors will sell vehicles equipped with three-cylinder engines in the United States. The 2020 Buick Encore GX and 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer subcompact SUVs will offer a choice between a standard 1.2-liter three-cylinder and an available 1.3-liter three-cylinder engine, both paired…
Photo: The News Wheel Rain storms can roll through when you least expect them. You’ll enter a store when it’s clear and sunny, but by the time you leave, it’s pouring rain. And you’ve left your windows down. If you left your car’s windows or sunroof open and the interior was soaked, you need to…
Toyota Mirai As if the efforts of Lexus to convince customers that EVs are terrible for road trips and generally not as fun to drive were not evidentiary enough to the conclusion that Toyota really doesn’t like electric cars, perhaps the comments of the chief engineer of its hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle will do the trick….
The 2019 Kia Stinger GT redesigned by DUB will debut tomorrow at the 2018 SEMA Show in Las Vegas Photo: Kia The Kia K900 and Stinger are already attention-getting vehicles. With a restyling by DUB, the two head-turning vehicles are sure to stun when they debut at SEMA tomorrow in Las Vegas. Learn More: Car…
The Subaru Legacy has built up quite a legacy of its own. It is widely considered one of the most reliable sedans in the industry. The 2016 Subaru Legacy maintains that title by keeping sight of what made it so successful, while simultaneously making small but important improvements. The 2016 Subaru Legacy is available in…
The 2018 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2, the high-performance off-road variant of the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado, has snagged the title of FOUR WHEELER’s Pickup Truck of the Year. The 29th annual entry in the publication’s year-end awards pitted the Colorado ZR2 against the Ram 1500 Harvest Edition and Ram 3500 Cummins turbodiesel in a weeklong test that…
ArtCenter students worked in teams to imagine the look of Lincoln Quiet Flight in 2040 Photo: Lincoln Lincoln is well into developing the next evolution of its Quiet Flight DNA. The Zephyr Reflection preview car, which debuted in Shanghai earlier this year, paves the way for the aesthetic of the first-ever Lincoln EV set to…
© 2024 | Thenewswheel.com | All rights reserved
