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,…
The Nystagmus Test Source: Oregon DoT If you are curious about how a police officer can tell if you’ve had too much to drink and exactly what you can expect from the different types of field sobriety tests, look no further. We’ll explain each test and how it works. Remember to always cooperate with police,…
The start of the NHL season means companies and brands are partnering… In order to celebrate the 2017 NHL All-Star Game in LA, official… Honda is making the most of its title sponsorship of the 2017… Honda announced today at the Los Angeles Auto Show that it will… How many inanimate objects deserve a high-speed…
YouTubers Jesse Wellens and Casey Neistat always take Halloween to the next level and this year, they did not disappoint. The two creators have a tradition of designing crazy costumes for Halloween and making their way around a city, filming reactions of the costumes for a video. One year, they even snowboarded through the streets of New…
Ochiai’s innovative traffic light design promises to make life easier for colorblind drivers Photo: JDP Some people are all about analyzing—and sometimes complaining about—traffic lights: how slow they are, how many there are, whether the traffic light sensor is really working (or if it even exists at all). Other people are trying to improve them….
Image: Alex Graves Pollution has become an even more pressing issue lately as unusual weather patterns have formed clouds of pollution that are normally dispersed by wind or rain, leading major cities such as Beijing, Rome, and Milan to partially ban cars from the city streets. Now, it seems that the world’s most polluted capital city…
Being pulled over by the cops is such an unpleasant experience. There’s that gut-wrenching moment when you first spy the flashing lights in your rearview mirror and cross your fingers that it’s some other unlucky driver who’s caught the sheriff’s eye. Then, upon realizing that the object of the cop’s attention is, in fact, you,…
Sometimes you come into work to write about Nissan’s latest innovations, and then sometimes you come into work to write about a naked Tesla driver terrorizing the Pacific Coast Highway in Los Angeles. Today it’s the latter for me. The naked Tesla driver, with Elon Musk’s face strategically hiding the goods On Tuesday of this…
Traffic is at a standstill as smoke rises in the distance during the Parisian taxi protests Photo: RTL France Ah, Paris. The City of Lights, land of romance, home of the Eiffel Tower—and site of one of the biggest anti-Uber protests ever seen. The city of Paris is currently gridlocked thanks to thousands of French…
Next to driving a car, the best way to appreciate one is to build it. As a kid, you don’t have the opportunity to do the former, but LEGO building bricks allowed you to construct whatever vehicle you could imagine. Over the years, many LEGO sets have been released that appeal to both children and…
Photo: Junior Libby Highways can be dangerous to navigate for pedestrians. For this reason, it is important to remain in your vehicle, if at all possible, after becoming involved in an accident on a highway. Carlo Ullysse Jr. worked as an assistant coach for the football team at Cypress Bay High School. The popular coach…
Photo: Ford Motor Company South African drivers with a SYNC 3-equipped Ford vehicle will now be able to enjoy the benefits of Waze navigation right on the comfort of their touchscreens. Ford announced this week that Waze integration is now available through SYNC 3 AppLink, meaning that the world’s largest community-based traffic and navigation app…
2019 Chevy Tahoe Impressive capability has driven the Chevy Tahoe to 25 years of dependable on the road performance and a top choice (it’s been a best-selling full-size SUV for 19 years in a row) for U.S. drivers looking for a versatile family-friendly vehicle with ample space, towing capability and comfort features. Check Out: The…
Protestors have been making their voices heard worldwide Photo: Taymaz Valley via CC Over the last two weeks, many in the nation have come together in protest of reported police brutality against black individuals following the death of George Floyd. While some automakers are adamantly speaking up in support of the Black Lives Matter movement,…
Khalifa wasn’t so chill when cops at LAX asked him to get off his hoverboard It has been a pretty good year for rapper Wiz Khalifa. Not only did he score his second No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 and get to drive some awesome muscle cars while making the song’s music video, but…
While the Dodge Challenger might be the brand’s most often-discussed model, it is routinely outsold by its smaller cousin: the Dodge Charger. The Charger offers a similar drive and performance, only for a significantly smaller pricetag. Although the Charger has consistently been regarded as a strong performance model, it hasn’t exactly earned that same reputation…
Is it really that dangerous to text while stopped at a red light? As our lives become more and more digitally connected, we’ve been warned time and time again that it’s dangerous to drive while looking at a phone screen. Taking your eyes off the road to check for directions or send a text while…
2Spooky4Wheels Photo: RetroTrailerspot Earlier this week, the world was introduced to the new Ecto-1, the vehicle of choice for the Ghostbusters. Whether in the classic 1959 Cadillac or the new vehicle straight out of the 1980s, the ghostbusting crew use the car to track down poltergeists and ghouls. What would be really interesting to see…
The Michigan State Police recently released the preliminary results of its annual… Ford’s all about synergy, you know. Last year, the Blue Oval launched… All of you fans of the 2005 film Stealth, this one’s for… When you’re talking about the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E, you’re talking about… What’s cooler than being cool? Being a…
At this month’s Frankfurt Motor Show, Ford showed off the fullest representation… Ford has been helping keep the M1 safe for six decades, and… Ford on Monday announced that it will launch a new generation of…
You have to admire the dog’s tenacity in pursuing his goal. Maybe automakers should start using dogs to help test the “durability” factor of their vehicle bumpers Anyone surfing the internet recently has likely stumbled upon a viral video of a dog ripping apart a new van’s bumper. Jessica Dilallo was the unfortunate vehicle owner who…
No matter where you live, you are probably on the move every day. Perhaps you head out to class or you’re about to face a long day of work at the office. Beyond how we spend our days, we go to stores to buy life’s necessities and to social spaces and other homes to see…
July represents the heat of summer and the independence of the United… It’s happened to the best of us: That panicky moment where you… According to the National Highway Travel Safety Administration, a vehicle is stolen… After 27 years, a car that was stolen from a parking lot in Defiance, Ohio, has been recovered from…
Photo: The News Wheel Interested in trying an odd but enjoyable strategy game with your family? I came across this out-of-print game called Little Italy and thought it might interest you. It’s a deceptively simple roll-and-move game involving mobsters in cars that takes place in the 1950s — a strange topic for a family game,…
One of Chevrolet’s biggest, most powerful SUVs, the 2022 Tahoe can seat… If you are in the market for a 2021 model, you might… Many of GM’s upscale SUV models feature a new component known as… If your family is growing in size or you already have a… After being plagued by numerous delays related…
2014 Dodge Charger Exterior The Dodge Charger epitomizes the resurgence of unbridled American muscle. The 2014 Dodge Charger flaunts one of the most outwardly aggressive exterior designs in the industry. From its imposing front grille to its signature rear-stretching LED taillights and standard 17-inch alloy wheel, the 2014 Charger boasts unrivaled curb appeal. Related: 2014…
Police in the United Kingdom will have a powerful new ally on… The sporty and stylish Ford Puma is on its way to the… Ford maintained its position as the top-selling brand in the United Kingdom… Ford Motor Company is testing out a new delivery service in London… Production got underway at the Bridgend Engine…
If you ever see one of these driving itself, run Photo: Pxfuel via CC Submitted for your approval: a series of killer car-themed movie reviews designed to both entertain and inform. As we will soon see, the seemingly simple notion of a “killer car” can take many forms: some sinister, some more benevolent. Such is…
Vehicle model and make is just one factor when buying car insurance Photo: CheapFullCoverageAutoInsurance.com As if buying a car weren’t overwhelming enough, before you can drive your new car, you’ll have to get signed up for car insurance. The world of car insurance can feel intimidating and confusing. A range of coverage choices, premiums, and…
Photo: The News Wheel Many people have better sound systems in their cars than in their own homes. The quality of stereos available in vehicles — factory-installed or aftermarket — rivals many home theater systems. So it’s a literal blast to crank up the volume and have a mobile concert in your car. Want to…
Photo: Quote Catalog Uber boasts incredible name recognition over ride-sharing competitors, approaching Kleenex levels of eponym notoriety. However, in the wake of a wave of scandals dating as far back as 2010 — when the company received its first cease and desist order — many riders have begun to prioritize San Francisco-based competitor Lyft. Lyft,…
What do the Transformers transform into? Photo: Hasbro No series quite captures the nostalgia of the 1980s like the Transformers. A tale of good vs. evil, the ongoing battles between these robots has captured the imagination of both children and adults for generations. One aspect that helps the Transformers remain so timeless is their ability to…
Not the best way to deal with bus fares Photo: West Haven Police Department Throwing a temper tantrum in public is quite embarrassing. It can also be dangerous, as one Florida resident discovered. When he was told he had to pay an extra fee to reach his destination, he reacted as any sane human being…
Paris taxi drivers have once again taken to the streets in an effort to protest Uber Well, they always say you need to fight fire with fire… But I’m guessing whoever “they” is didn’t expect Parisian taxi drivers to take that quite so literally. For the second time in the past six months, angry taxi…
Whether you’ve always loved classic cars or want to branch out into new auto-themed territory, you’re bound to have a great time at a summer car show. Here are just three events worth attending in the Free State this season. Extra Safety: Learn about Teen Driver’s new “Buckle to Drive” function Reisterstown Regional Park All-Vehicle Show…
Do you smell teen spirit? I certainly do… Photo: Pixabay via CC There’s no shortage of car-themed movies in the world. In fact, some of the earliest footage ever shot over 130 years ago involved cars and other vehicles. As cinema has evolved, so has the use of cars in film, with some results being…
A lot like this, but green and bulletproof Photo: Sicnag via Flikr If you’re a typical law-abiding person, you might not want a way to become more intimately connected with one of the most notorious gangsters of all time, Al Capone. However, if you’re interested in history or true crime, you should check out a…
Now that we’re moving to Canada, it’s time to learn how to drive like a Canadian. While many of us think of Canada as just another part of America, it is its own country with its own unique sets of laws (not to mention the metric system). Here are some things to remember when driving…
Check out this book on Amazon! Photo: The News Wheel Last year, the controversial film Green Book took home the Oscar for Best Picture. While valid criticisms continue to surround its production and story, the movie brought its namesake into the limelight: The Negro Motorist Green Book. For a deeper dive into the real-life Green…
Photo: The News Wheel Being involved in a car accident can be really nerve-wracking, especially if you’re dealing with major vehicular damage or personal injury. To add to the stress, you must go through the process of submitting a claim with your car insurance provider — a process that can be time-consuming and very inconvenient….
Eagle on Buick? Eagle on Buick. There are few brands more widely perceived as quintessentially American than that of Buick and Chevrolet. Need any further evidence to this end? How about this: That’s right: a friggin’ Bald Eagle roosting on a Buick Enclave. You don’t see Bald Eagles cozying up to any German SUVs, now…
Ford earns A from CDP for water security for fourth straight year Photo: Ford Motor Company For the fourth consecutive year, Ford Motor Company earns an A grade for its water management efforts from CDP, which collects more environmental data than any other firm on the planet. Ford has made great strides to reduce its…
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