2022 Hyundai Veloster N at the track, where is where you should be doing your speeding. Photo: Hyundai Most people have heard that certain car colors, such as red, can raise insurance premiums because they are more eye-catching and associated with speed. But how does the car model you drive affect the likelihood of getting…
Photo: The News Wheel The vast majority of automotive-themed board games fall under one of two categories: Either they’re motorsports races or they simulate the economics of vehicle manufacturing. Even with the abundance of inventive games being produced in this golden age, rarely does a title tackle automobiles from any other angle. Designer Jeff Beck…
Honda’s 5% raise is its largest since 1990 and beats the nation’s rate of inflation. The company says the extra money will largely to go boosting starting salaries… The announcement was made alongside news that Toyota CEO Akio Toyoda would skip Friday’s opening ceremony… There are few fictional characters with as varied and wide-ranging a…
The driver of a black Camaro forgets that patience is a virtue The drunken driver of a black fifth-gen Camaro wreaked havoc on the New York State Thruway last Tuesday, colliding into two vehicles on I-90 in Batavia, New York, on April 21st. Fortunately, none of the motorists were injured (even though the a-hole in…
Those extra minutes needed to clear your car during a winter’s morning are preferable to a hefty ticket Photo: Pexels Due to several bouts of nasty winter weather, clearing your car of snow and ice can be a time-consuming and frustrating endeavor. Unfortunately, many motorists decide to forego the process altogether, traveling down busy highways with snow…
The Hoff leans against a Lamborghini Countach Photo: David Hasselhoff via YouTube One of this year’s biggest cinematic epics wasn’t released on theater screens by a major studio, but rather on computer screens in homes across the world. Fans of cheesy 1980s nostalgia helped make Kung Fury a hit when it debuted online. The crowd-funded…
Since the Oscars, many Americans like me have been trying to catch up and see all of the films nominated for the various awards, if only so you could sound like the smartest person at the coffee pot. Last week, I took a break from artistic indie films and went with a large group to…
If you’ve ever crossed state lines on a road trip, you’ve probably seen the signs that read, “Click It or Ticket,” reminding you that seat belts are mandatory by law in that state. Not every state has identical seat belt laws, so it’s important to know the laws in your own state and any states…
Stepping foot on Cuba is like taking a time machine… When you first get engaged, planning a wedding seems like a fun,… Some of you might think you’re a lucky son-of-a-gun. Maybe you’ve won… Oh, love—what a magical thing. When you first fall in love, everything… You don’t like it when your toilet…
Photo: Patrick Feller If you’re a car enthusiast, you’re no stranger to the world of alternative fuel — we’ve showcased everything from algae-source biofuels to cars that run on coffee grounds. But have you considered driving a propane-powered car? Here’s what the experts have to say on the matter. Maximize Your Gas Mileage: Maintenance is…
There’s a lot of personality between the two lead actors. Too bad the script couldn’t keep up. Photo: Warner Bros. Pictures Two of this century’s highest-grossing and renowned comedic personalities have banded together for an outrageous and unforgettable cross-country adventure. Sounds promising, doesn’t it? Too bad we got Due Date. More: Read our other road trip…
When it finally arrived on American soil in 2008, the Nissan GT-R… If you value speed over any other attribute in a car, consider… If you find yourself getting bored of the same old ride, the… Even though the Nissan R35 GT-R has been in the same generation… Recently, Nissan unveiled its first foray into…
Warning: Spoilers for Season 2, Episode 11 of ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ below.… Congratulations! If you’ve clicked on this article, you’ve probably decided to take… Every year, more than 8 million tons of plastic end up in… One passenger vehicle emits an average of 4.6 tons — or 9,200 pounds —… As an automotive journalist, I spend a decent…
This shiny Rocket Car was made from an old amusement park ride Up until 1969, you could visit the Euclid Beach Amusement Park and climb aboard its swinging space rocket ride. Suspended by cables in the front and back of the rocket ship, riders would swing in a circle around a post, with the crisp…
Haven’t you always worried this would cause an accident? Photo: Allan Foster It’s probably your biggest fear when you’re driving. Not wild deer running into the road, not rogue semis straying from their lane. The monster is inside…and it bids you “Achoo!” Whenever you feel a sneeze coming on as you’re driving down the highway,…
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