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 Timothy Moore

Best of the Chicago Auto Show 2014: Day Two

Best of the Chicago Auto Show 2014: Day Two

Day two of the Chicago Auto Show dawned just as early and cold as the previous day. Exhausted from day one, I really had no desire to leave the hotel bed to check out the social media preview press day for CAS, but my cohorts and I somehow managed to drag ourselves to the show. […]

 Kurt Verlin

Toyota Secured 2667 Patents Last Year, More than Any Automaker

Toyota Secured 2667 Patents Last Year, More than Any Automaker

It was still able to claim the top spot among automakers for the 10th year running

 Kurt Verlin

Who Owns Which Car Brands?

Who Owns Which Car Brands?

Automakers often sell their premium cars under a different brand, even if they’re made in the same factories and share a tremendous number of parts

 The News Wheel

‘Star Wars’ Props Made From Car Parts

‘Star Wars’ Props Made From Car Parts

Star Wars has been a cultural phenomenon for well over four decades, continuing to inspire viewers with its mythic structure and epic stories. A big part of the appeal of Star Wars is the visual design of the world it takes place in. When originally conceived in the mid-1970s, the soon-to-be-beloved galaxy far, far away […]

 Caleb Cook

Vehicular Viewing: New to Streaming for December 2020

Vehicular Viewing: New to Streaming for December 2020

As 2020 comes to a close (good riddance!), the major streaming services are stocking up with new TV shows and movies to help viewers while away the holiday season. If you’re a gearhead or just enjoy spotting vehicle models on the screen, you won’t be left out in the cold. December’s new streaming titles include […]

 Caleb Cook

Vehicular Viewing: New on Streaming for September 2020

Vehicular Viewing: New on Streaming for September 2020

Autumn is almost here, and the change in seasons comes with a crop of fresh movies on major streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and HBO Max. From classics to recent favorites, here are the most interesting new arrivals for car lovers, gearheads, and anyone who’s ever paused a movie in the middle of […]

 Aaron Widmar

Why Do People Buy Expensive Luxury Cars?

Why Do People Buy Expensive Luxury Cars?

The automotive market is packed with options, but every car basically serves the same purpose: getting you from point A to point B. With so many lower-cost, suitably constructed cars available, why would anyone purposefully pay 3-4 times more for a high-end premium model that ultimately still does the same thing? What’s the value in […]

 Caleb Cook

Vehicular Viewing: New on Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu for November 2019

Vehicular Viewing: New on Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu for November 2019

November ushers in a diverse lineup of new releases on the three major streaming sites. If you’re into cars, here are the movies and TV shows you’ll want to catch next month on Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Hulu. Seasonal Maintenance Tips: Car service advice for every time of the year Netflix Drive (11/1) As you […]

 The News Wheel

The Official Wheels of 10 World Leaders

The Official Wheels of 10 World Leaders

Heads of state always seem to be on the move. Whether they’re meeting with local government officials or heading to the airport for an international visit with other leaders, they spend a lot of time in cars — official state cars, to be precise. Let’s look at what sets state cars apart from the kind […]

 The News Wheel

Toyota Reiterates Concerns Over No-Deal Brexit

Toyota Reiterates Concerns Over No-Deal Brexit

Toyota has once again added its voice to warnings about the impact a no-deal Brexit would have on the UK’s automotive industry, stating that it may have to discontinue building the Corolla at its UK factory. Toyota Europe president Johan van Zyl says it is vital that frictionless trade continues in Europe, and that the […]

 Caleb Cook

The 5 Best Classic Country Songs Inspired by Chevrolet

The 5 Best Classic Country Songs Inspired by Chevrolet

Chevrolet vehicles have appeared in more than their fair share of classic country songs — you could even say that the two go together like George Jones and Tammy Wynette (a pair you’ll hear from shortly). Want proof? Here are five of the best classic country tunes inspired by Chevy. Are You Ready for the […]

 The News Wheel

Will Automakers Get Rid of Female Models at Auto Shows in the Wake of the #MeToo Movement?

Will Automakers Get Rid of Female Models at Auto Shows in the Wake of the #MeToo Movement?

Thanks to the #MeToo movement, women are speaking up more and more about their experiences with sexual harassment and assault in the workplace and elsewhere. Companies across the globe are changing their practices, including those in automotive. Over the last few months, we’ve seen several effects of the #MeToo movement in automotive. Top executives have been […]

 The News Wheel

Car News In the Rearview: Challenger Unleashes the Demon with Its Widebody

Car News In the Rearview: Challenger Unleashes the Demon with Its Widebody

Welcome to In the Rearview, where I bring you the week’s car news, boiled down and presented in delicious, bite-sized form. Delicious: The 2017 CX-9 has been named a Top Safety Pick+ First up this week, Tulsa, Oklahoma was dragged into the national spotlight by one of its road crews which, when faced with several […]

 The News Wheel

[UPDATE] British BMW Factory Workers Accept New Pension Agreement

[UPDATE] British BMW Factory Workers Accept New Pension Agreement

So far this summer, things have been quite difficult for BMW in the UK. The News Wheel previously reported that workers at several of BMW’s British factories have conducted a series of strikes due to the automaker’s new pension plan. However, it seems that this tumultuous period for BMW has finally come to a close. BMW’s […]

 Whitney Russell

Foreshadowing the Future of In-Car Entertainment and Technology

Foreshadowing the Future of In-Car Entertainment and Technology

So many cars today are rigged with Bluetooth capacity, touch-screen infotainment displays, satellite radio subscriptions, DVD players, and even upscale sound systems like Bose. You have to wonder what built-in entertainment and technology systems will look like for cars of the future. Once automated cars become a thing (around 2020, as most car research news […]

 The News Wheel

Strikes at Three Major British BMW Plants Cause Halt in MINI Production

Strikes at Three Major British BMW Plants Cause Halt in MINI Production

Tensions between BMW and its workers in Britain have reached an apex this morning, as workers at three separate BMW plants have staged a 24-hour strike. Picket lines have been put in place for the next 24 hours at the Crowley, Hams Hall, and Swindon BMW plants. As a result, MINI production has reached a screeching […]

 The News Wheel

BMW Showcases Its Vision for the Future in “A New Era” Short Film

BMW Showcases Its Vision for the Future in “A New Era” Short Film

The short film from BMW highlights four Vision Vehicle Concepts from the BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce, and BMW Motorrad brands

BMW is an automotive brand that has always looked and worked toward the future. When the company celebrated its centennial anniversary last year, it was already sharing ideas it had for the next 100 years. So what exactly does the future look like to BMW? If you are curious, then you are in luck, because BMW just […]

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Book Review: ‘The BMW Century: The Ultimate Performance Machines’ by Tony Lewin

Book Review: ‘The BMW Century: The Ultimate Performance Machines’ by Tony Lewin

BMW turned the big 100 this year, and its fans are ready to celebrate. 100 years is a long while in car time, and through the century BMW has built motorcycles, cars, airplane engines, and more. It has also brought several other automotive brands into its auto group, like MINI and Rolls-Royce. To join in the […]