Photo: Thomas Hawk Summer after summer, those of us here at The News Wheel find ourselves preaching the same message: please do not leave your pets in a hot car. Even if it’s only 72 degrees outside with the perfect spring breeze, the interior of your car will not feel perfect. The sun beating down on…
Ford of Canada is building face shields at its Windsor Engine Plant Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company of Canada is underway on production of face shields at its Windsor Engine Plant to help in the fight against COVID-19. The first batch went out on April 6 with 300 plastic shields delivered to the Village of…
Seeing your window smashed in, your stuff missing, and your car a mess are perfect reasons to come unglued. But don’t. Panicking never really helps, but the tips below from NerdWallet.com writer Lacie Glover will. First step (after not freaking out) is to assess and document the state of your car, which is now an…
Rapper Chamiilionaire sitting inside his customized Chevy Impala SS. It has been nine years since rapper Chamillionaire landed at the top-spot of the Billboard Hot 100 List with his 2006 hit song “Ridin”. That song had everything a great record needs: A catchy chorus, hot beat, nice flow, and of course – a topic that…
Cue “The Entertainer” Photo: Pickled-dove Yesterday was National Ice Cream Day. Hordes of people invaded Cold Stone Creamery, Baskin-Robbins, and Dairy Queen to celebrate. However, a pair of teenage boys celebrated National Ice Cream Day a week early in an unorthodox way: they stole ice cream from the back of an ice cream truck! They…
We’ve all passed the driver’s test and taken driver’s education classes way back in the day, but over time we’ve all had arguments with friends about what is and isn’t legal on the road. We’ll help you solve some of your most-asked questions about driving laws. 7 Questions You’ve Always Wondered About Driving Laws Q:…
Every time those red and blue lights flash in your rear view mirror, you probably think, “How am I going to get out of this one?” When you’re talking to the officer, you have a chance to advocate for yourself by explaining what happened, why it was wrong, or by justifying your actions. Maybe you’ll get…
Hello, internet. Thanks for coming in to talk with us today. Have a seat, because we need to have a conversation about those shaming people who use a handicapped parking placard but don’t look disabled. This has been going on for a while, but a recent tweet from someone at the University of Kentucky has…
Photo: DAHBOO77 Police in Beijing are testing out futuristic sunglasses that are equipped with facial recognition and license-plate identifying technology. This AI gadget comes on the heels of technology products such as the high-tech dash cams that Coban Technologies has been tweaking, to help police identify suspects and bring them to justice more quickly. But, unlike the…
The 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder Photo: Mitsubishi Motors If you’ve had safety concerns over riding in a convertible, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s new report may put your mind at ease. The organization recently found that you can be just as safe cruising in convertibles as you can be driving in their hardtop counterparts….
Ford seeks to create “a culture of belonging” through transparency and continued action Photo: Ford Earlier this year, Ford released its first integrated sustainability and financial report, which outlines environmental actions and contextualizes them for shareholders. That report also shines a light on efforts Ford is making in diversity, equity, and inclusion as part of…
Geoff Ombao’s 1982 DeLorean DMC-12 is featured in a new Petrolicious video Honda may have declared 2015 “the Year of Honda,” but so far it feels more like “the Year of DeLorean.” Already, we’ve had DeLorean iPhone cases, a potential free DeLorean giveaway, and awesome artwork inspired by the gullwinged classic. The DeLorean DMC-12’s resurgence in…
Since 2008, Cincinnati-area Toyota dealers have displayed a new Tundra pickup truck in Great American Ball Park. Each home game, one fan is selected to win the truck, should a Reds player blast a home run that hits a sign in right-center field (430 feet from home plate), or manages to dent the vehicle itself…
While it’s helpful to know what you should do when driving a convertible, it’s also good to know what not to do. Here are four practical strategies to keep in mind for a safer and more enjoyable ride. Certified Maintenance: Advantages of servicing your car at a dealership Don’t adjust the roof while driving Some…
A woman in Carrollton, Texas, called police around 1 a.m. when her Mazda got stuck on a set of railroad tracks near North Broadway Street. What was it doing there to begin with? The driver told police that her GPS told her to turn right instead of left, putting her on the train tracks that…
Photo: Ford Motor Company Police in the United Kingdom will have a powerful new ally on duty: the Ford Ranger Raptor. Ford revealed that coppers in South Wales are trialing the new Ranger Raptor as a means to stay on top of crimes in areas where the road can get rough. As if that wasn’t…
Photo: The News Wheel Bill Bonds, who co-owns a Ziebart store in Sylvania Township near Toledo, Ohio, is giving back to those on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic. Bonds and his employees are focusing their attention on cleaning and sanitizing the cars of medical professionals and first responders. Safeguard Your Journey: Items to…
First snowfall in Massachusetts, courtesy of Winter Storm Benji. Photo: Michigan Dashcam Winter Storm Benji coated quite a few states with snow this weekend, from Florida to Maine. Massachusetts was one of its victims; Boston alone got 6.1 inches of snow, as reported by the National Weather Service. While most drivers recognize the importance of clearing the…
While uncommon, snakes make great rental car security features Photo:WMTW-TV, courtesy of the Kennebunk Police Department The next time you think about hijacking a rental car and going for a joy ride, you might want to check the trunk for a brand new rental car security feature: a live snake! Actually, in the case of two…
Emergencies can happen anywhere at anytime, so it’s important to always be prepared — and that’s especially true of travelling in the car. Here is a list of 10 of the most important items to keep in your vehicle at all times. Important Service Needs: Know your car’s crucial service milestones to avoid causing permanent…
Photo: Pexels Riding a motorcycle is best enjoyed when it’s sunny and you’re by the ocean or the mountains. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience you can’t always get from driving a car. But riding a motorcycle is also much more dangerous than driving a car. No matter how skilled a rider you are, you are still…
It seems that people are getting a little jumpy around self-driving vehicles in the days after a self-driving Uber struck and killed a woman in Arizona, as in San Francisco a police officer has pulled over and ticketed a self-driving Cruise Bolt EV because he said it drove too close to a pedestrian. Looking Closely:…
To the English Teacher, there is no greater crime than misspelling a word. However, in the case of Shannon Csapilla, age 20, of Stamford, Connecticut, the police would probably disagree. In a move that seems ironic, given the difficulties inherent in spelling Csapilla’s last name, police charged her with vandalizing her ex-boyfriend’s and one of…
A woman in Carroll County near Baltimore, Maryland, was released from jail after a 67-day stay because she refused to identify herself, repeatedly claiming that to do so would violate her Fifth Amendment rights (which protect against being forced to give evidence that could incriminate you). During this time, Jane Doe (since she never did…
Rapper Chinx was killed in a drive-by shooting on May 17th, 2015 Jealousy breeds hatred. It has been nearly three weeks since New York rapper Chinx was gunned down inside his Porsche Panamera, and there has yet to be an arrest made in connection with his murder. The shooting transpired on May 17th at around 4am….
Using vehicles like the Ford Fusion Energi has saved Indianapolis thousands of dollars The city of Indianapolis has ordered its employees to stop charging their electric and hybrid work vehicles at home after electric circuits blew out in the houses of five workers with these automobiles. Nobody was hurt and no houses were damaged in…
As the world prepares for a new James Bond, I propose something radical: let the superspy drive a Corvette instead of an Aston Martin. James Bond might have met his match. And his name? Chaplin. Simon Chaplin. Earlier this week, Simon Chaplin was attempting to get away from police in Carmarthenshire in Wales when he…
Motorcycles at the Honda Heritage Center On a tropical island, sometimes the only mode of transportation available is a motorcycle. A lot of tourists and locals alike enjoy the fresh breeze that comes along with riding at full speed. While many find riding a motorcycle to be an exhilarating experience, there are risks to keep…
We all have impossible dreams—like when you were a kid, you always wanted to drive the ice cream truck, because then you would have all the ice cream you wanted. Then maybe you wanted to work at the toy store, because then you would get so many toys. Do Habitat for Humanity People Get Houses?…
Salvador Sanchez-Buenrostro definitely did not want to get a ticket on September 17th, mostly because his license was suspended. Unfortunately for him, though, a Gresham city police officer pulled him over, and soon realized Sanchez-Buenrostro’s predicament. The officer began writing up a citation for driving with a suspended license. Then Sanchez-Buenrostro got what must have…
Here is a scenario that could only come about from fever dreams and week-old pizza while watching old episodes of Big Comfy Couch. I can’t be the only one who watched this show as a kid Image: Radical Sheep Productions, Owl Television/Communications, YTV, Amity Entertainment, Tadpole Kids, Nashville Public Television, Benny Smart Productions, American Public…
Drunk driving is indefensible. There’s really not a lot else that you can say about it. Driving drunk is an activity that should never be undertaken by anyone anywhere under any circumstances. There are no excuses. It’s an activity reserved for the grossly irresponsible, and each and every death and injury that results from drunk…
A search for a stolen car has led to the discovery of 55 stolen guns, with 41 still missing. On September 17th, a woman in Pembroke Pines, Florida, spotted her grandson–19-year-old Jesus Manuel Regueiro–being handed a big, blue container over a fence, after which he hopped into her car and drove away. Apparently assuming this was…
According to details of an arrest affidavit out of Florida, a man probably named “Nathan” was arrested for walking naked along a major road. The story gets really weird from there. Indian River County Sheriff’s officials responded to several 911 calls saying that there was a naked man strolling down the sidewalk along US route…
Photo: Howcast Motorcycle tires aren’t something you think about on a daily basis, but it’s important to note that paying attention to those black pieces of rubber could just save your life. While you may put off replacing your old tires because you think yours are still good or can’t afford a quality pair, it’s…
What, you don’t see the face? Photo: pixy via CC Pixar’s Cars is a beloved film for good reason. It has fun characters, great writing, spectacular animation, and a unique style. But where there’s quality and success, you can be sure imitation isn’t far behind. Cars might be the single most ripped-off, imitated, and outright…
So, remember those cars that James Bond almost always drives? Ah, yes, Aston Martin Here’s a frankly very angry-looking guy pushing a baby and keying the crap out of one: So, this footage was captured by a dash cam that the owner of the V8 Vantage left on while he went inside a supermarket in…
Nicknamed “The Bull”, Carmine Agnello was recently arrested in Cleveland Photo: Machelle Elvie via YouTube After an 18 month investigation, John Gotti’s former son-in-law has been arrested by Cleveland police and now faces charges related to running an extensive auto theft operation in the city. Carmine Agnello, 54, is the ex-husband of Victoria Gotti, who is…
Sergio Marchionne: 1952-2018 Sergio Marchionne, the former CEO of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, died earlier today after suffering from complications that arose following a recent shoulder surgery. Marchionne was 66 years old at the time of his death. Exor, the Italian investment group that holds the largest stake in Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, sent out an official…
Fred Jackson of the Seattle Seahawks was part of an accident earlier this week Photo: Seattle Times Seattle Seahawks running back Fred Jackson might be capable of catching a football in a single bound, undeterred by his intimidating opponents, but it appears that he was stopped recently by a measely planter box. Earlier this week,…
If you’re driving in Ohio for the holidays, you might notice more “distracted driving enforcement area” signs on certain highways. Learn more about the state’s current protocols on distracted driving so you’re informed while navigating this state’s roads. Heed the Signs: Know what certain dashboard warning lights mean Defining “distracted driving” Ohio’s recent efforts to…
You know those articles about how millennials are changing everything with their hashtags, and their Snapchats, and their smartphones? Well, hold on to that last item in that list, for a moment, because a pilot program currently going on in four states and Washington, D.C., are testing the feasibility of replacing driver’s licenses with a…
As spring and warm weather finally draw near, the major streaming services are welcoming a fresh selection of movies and television shows that you may want to check out if you’re a car lover. Here’s a look at several of March’s gearhead-approved new arrivals on Amazon, HBO Max, Hulu, and Netflix. Tough and Stylish:…
UPDATE (7/9/15): In the above video, Brock Lesnar utterly destroys J&J Security’s brand new Cadillac. The article below was an April Fools’ joke that turned out to be eerily accurate…you know, just several months later. The victim, a 2002 Mercury Mountaineer, was pronounced dead by a representative from the Pick-N-Pull A 2002 Mercury Mountaineer was killed…
FYI this is not how you clean off a car After a winter storm, the last thing anyone really wants to do is brush off their car. However, a car not properly cleared of snow is dangerous to both the driver behind the wheel and other motorists on the road. As if that wasn’t a…
People do crazy things for cheese Photo: Alpha In this day and age, thanks to our law enforcement agents, we don’t have legendary criminals like John Dillinger running around. For the most part, huge heists like the bank robbers of the 1920s pulled off are now nigh-on impossible outside of Mission Impossible and The Fast…
A superhero. His glowy car. And lots of glowy special effects. But we promise, its not Tron… Photo: Pixabay via CC The 1980s were truly a golden age of entertaining and crazy TV shows. From action and science-fiction stories to weird comedies and Saturday morning cartoons, there were very few places 80s TV didn’t venture….
The Big Apple in all its Depression-era glory Photo: Richard via CC It’s hard not to think of taxis when thinking about New York City. The yellow cabs are practically synonymous with the Big Apple, and have been a part of the city’s way of life since the early 20th century. However, things haven’t always…
If you’ve ever been behind a car with a license plate that’s obscured by a tinted cover, you’ve probably wondered, 1) Why is this necessary? And 2) Is this even legal? After all, the tinted cover makes it nearly impossible to read the license plate, which might lead you to believe the driver is up…
“We were somewhere around Barstow on the edge of the desert when the adrenaline began to take hold. I remember saying something like “I feel a bit lightheaded; maybe you should drive, Johnny…” And suddenly there was a terrible squeal all around us and the sky was full of what looked like car salesmen in…
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