Hypermiling can help reduce your car’s fuel usage so you can save on gas and curb emissions Photo: The News Wheel If you’re not familiar with hypermiling, it’s the practice of driving a vehicle while using the least amount of fuel. Per HowStuffWorks contributor Cherise Threewitt, drivers who observe this habit usually do so for…
The all-new Mustang Mach-E launches at the 2020 Beijing Auto Show Photo: Ford After a long wait, Ford is bringing its all-electric Mustang Mach-E to China for its big debut. The all-new 2021 Mustang Mach-E makes its regional debut at the 2020 Beijing Auto Show, which takes place on Sept. 26. Coming Next Year: Ford…
The 2017 Acura NSX made quite an impact at this year’s Chicago Auto Show Acura made a big impression this year at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show. Besides showing off its new Precision Concept, it also brought along a 2017 Acura NSX that was white with black accents. The long anticipated NSX supercar recently starred…
There’s nothing worse than bright headlights at night… or having to dim yours for passers-by! Photo:Gavin Clarke via CC Either you’re one or the other. Do you prefer driving with your bright lights on and hate reducing them every time you pass a car (and, honestly, neglect to do so)? Or, do you hate those…
When we talk about the top-selling global car brands, usually we are writing about Toyota, General Motors, and Volkswagen. However, the first half of 2017 saw a new leader emerge as king of vehicle sales: the Renault-Nissan Alliance. The group, which includes Nissan, Renault, and Mitsubishi, sold 5,268,079 vehicles in the period of January-June of 2017….
Stop me if you’ve heard this one before: The all-new 2021 Ford F-150 and all-electric Mustang Mach-E scooped up a pair of major awards. Ford’s award-winning dynamic duo did it again, picking up two top honors from the Hispanic Motor Press Association. More on the Newest Mustang: All-electric Mach-E covers up to 300 miles on…
Photo: Pixabay The concept of veganism can go beyond a diet free from animal products. For some drivers, veganism is an entire lifestyle. And since your vehicle is an important part of your daily life, it’s understandable that vegan lifestylers would want a car that suits their ethics. Here’s a guide to buying (or modifying)…
Can you believe that it’s been 53 years since the first Camaros hit the road? Here’s a look back at this American icon’s five-decade legacy. See How You Can Save: Check out these GM discounts Birth of an icon Back in 1966, when the Camaro debuted, Chevy’s longtime rival company, Ford, had recently launched the…
Photo: Buick China’s Buick GL8 multi-purpose vehicle lineup recently welcomed a pair of redesigned models: the GL8 ES and the GL8 Legacy. The Easiest Way to Find a New Vehicle: Check out GM’s Shop Click Drive buy-from-home service The all-new GL8 ES and GL8 Legacy join the G8 Avenir, which came out in April. Both…
Photo: Ford Motor Company With the announcement that Agility Robotics is selling two Digit robots to Ford, we are now that much closer to our inevitable destruction. Ford is the first customer to purchase Digit, Agility Robotics’ humanoid robot, with the intention of using it for commercial purposes. Ford plans to leverage Digit in its…
2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Photo: FCA The Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid recently added another win to its already long list of 135 accolades with a first-place finish in the 2020 AAA Car Guide SUV/Minivan category. The hybrid minivan landed a top-three placement in the Top 10 overall vehicle ratings from the pub’s experts, too, reinforcing the…
Ford Michigan Assembly employee Duane Moore badges a Ford Ranger Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford on Tuesday announced plans to invest over $1.45 billion across its Wayne and Dearborn manufacturing facilities in southeast Michigan, resulting in the creation of 3,000 new jobs. A total of 2,700 jobs are being added at the Wayne plant over…
Photo: Ford The Ford Dagenham Engine Plant will play a vital role in the production of diesel engines for the next-generation Ford Transit Custom family. The automaker announced Tuesday that the United Kingdom engine plant will supply the diesel engines for the vans, which will be built by Ford Otosan in Kocaeli, Turkey. Ford is…
News: Haggard old white man makes selfish decision, passes it off as “for your own good” As if the world needed another reason to dislike General Motors (notorious for killing no fewer than 29 people with faulty vehicles), the Detroit automaker came out on Tuesday in support of HB 5606. The bill, which was then…
The F-150 and Mustang Mach-E win two more major awards Photo: Ford Stop me if you’ve heard this one before: The all-new 2021 Ford F-150 and all-electric Mustang Mach-E scooped up a pair of major awards. Ford’s award-winning dynamic duo did it again, picking up two top honors from the Hispanic Motor Press Association. More…
2021 Chrysler Pacifica Photo: FCA It’s a five-peat for the Chrysler Pacifica as it earns Best Minivan to Buy 2021 honors from The Car Connection. This fifth consecutive win for the well-equipped minivan adds to its tally of more than 140 titles and awards. Available Now: 2020 Chrysler Pacifica “No other vehicle does utility like…
Transit lineup delivered strong sale for Ford Europe in 2020 Photo: Ford For the sixth consecutive year, Ford Motor Company is the No. 1 commercial vehicle brand across the 20 traditional European markets. With CV sales of 329,826 units for 2020, Ford of Europe took a commanding 14.6 percent share of the market — up…
New Electronic High Visibility Panels keep roadside workers safer Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company continues to cement its standing as Europe’s commercial vehicle leader with innovation. One of the latest advances to come out of the Blue Oval is its Electronic High Visibility Panels offered on the Transit and Transit Custom. This new feature aims…
Photo: Toyota Motor North America Toyota Motor North America has pledged $1 million in relief for victims of the winter storm that recently collapsed the Texas electrical grid and left more than four million Texans without electricity and heat in subfreezing temperatures. The automaker, whose North American headquarters are based in Plano, Texas, says the…
2020 Nissan LEAF PLUS Photo: Nissan For 2020, the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada has singled out the Nissan LEAF PLUS as the Green Car of the Year. Last year, the Nissan LEAF took home the prestigious honor. Family-ready Ride: 2020 Nissan Qashqai “We are honoured to accept this award from AJAC for the Nissan…
Volkswagen makes well-engineered, robust vehicles, and the Tiguan crossover is no exception. Sharing the same platform as the VW Golf, this two-row seater is celebrating its 10-year production anniversary with a new generation–in Europe, at least. Sporting some much-needed updates to remain competitive in the global market, the latest Tiguan is a fine entry in the VW lineup…
2019 Ford Focus ST Photo: Ford Motor Company At this point, if you’re an American Focus ST enthusiast still processing and compartmentalizing the fact that the next-gen version isn’t coming to the United States, finding out how much better that new Ford Focus ST is resonates as something like a sad slap in the face. But not,…
Ford Mustang Mach-E arriving in the UK with larger charging network Photo: Ford The all-new Mustang Mach-E is arriving across the United Kingdom, and Ford wants to make sure that interested drivers have even more incentive. Ford announced that it’s tripling the number of charge points available through the FordPass Charging Network, helping further cut…
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 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 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 $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 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…
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…
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….
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:…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Image: Lei Han China is in a bad way, you guys. We have talked for a long time about how bad the Chinese air pollution, especially that in Beijing, has gotten—back in September, the government instituted a factory shut-down order and banned half of all cars from the road in Beijing and four surrounding cities…
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…
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…
Photo: Blake Wisz | Unsplash There are lots of reasons to own a recreational vehicle, and even better ones to retire in one. When the road to retirement ends, start a new journey by hitting the open road and making the RV your new home — or, you know, at least a second one that…
Photo: General Motors After months of teasing, GMC recently announced that its new Hummer EV truck will be officially unveiled this fall. As we wait for more details, here’s a brief look at what’s already known about this hotly anticipated vehicle. GMC’s 2020 Truck Lineup: Learn more about the Sierra HD, Sierra 1500, and Canyon…
Photo: Nissan In an effort to promote its fleet of vehicles for small businesses, the Nissan-Renault-Mitsubishi Alliance conducted a study of small- and medium-sized businesses to see if they’re ready to keep up with online retail giants like Amazon. The results were not exactly encouraging. A Brighter Future: The Nissan IMs Sport Sedan Concept came…
The Bangkok Post has confirmed that Thailand won’t get the 2016 Chevy Volt due to its high cost Thailand is joining Europe and Australia as the latest market that won’t get the 2016 Chevy Volt, according to a report from the Bangkok Post. It’s not really a reflection on the quality of the Volt, but…
A taxi company in South West England has saved over €79,000 (that’s roughly $85,444 in American) over the past year by putting several Nissan LEAF EVs to work in its fleet. C&C Taxis bought its first LEAF eighteen months ago, where it saved them enough money on would-be gas expenses that they purchased five more….
The Chevrolet Tahoe is now available with a diesel engine Photo: General Motors If you’re in the market for a diesel vehicle, the General Motors lineup might be the place to look. Over the past five years, the automaker has doubled the number of diesel-equipped models it manufactures — although that expansion hasn’t involved any…
Honda VP John Mendel announces the Clarity Series (right) and the 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid (left) Today Honda announced two big changes coming to its green car lineup, starting with the addition of electric and Plug-in Hybrid versions of the Clarity, and continuing with the upcoming launch of the 2017 Accord Hybrid. Set to launch…
The new Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Worker model is powered by a 161-horsepower diesel engine Mercedes-Benz Van enthusiasts will be happy to hear the German automotive brand showed off a more affordable Sprinter van today at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show. Dubbed the Worker, the new entry-level van features a starting price tag of $32,495, which makes…
Photo: © General Motors The Society of Automotive Engineers International has announced that its next recipient for the Edward N. Cole Award for Automotive Engineering Innovation is none other than Larry T. Nitz, executive director of General Motors global propulsion systems. The Edward N. Cole Award is presented to honor an SAE International member whose…
Tesla Motors’ T-Shaped Badge Photo: EV Stories In recent weeks there has been growing controversy and concern about the Tesla driver who crashed while using the Model S’s “Autopilot” mode and the claim of a Tesla car experiencing “sudden acceleration.” So far, the cause of both crashes has been attributed to driver error. Joshua Brown,…
Update: We received a call from Said Deep, Head of Ford North America Product Communications, who said “We do not comment on speculation but can confirm these reports are not accurate.” The original story was notably meatless, but it appears that there was somehow less substance than even its bare bones suggested. It’s not unreasonable to think…
Obama takes a look at Chevrolet’s new all-electric Bolt Photo credit: Michael Martinez President Barack Obama stopped by the North American International Auto Show in Detroit today to check out some of the latest models. According to the White House, Obama’s visit was meant “to showcase how the American auto industry has come roaring back…
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