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Chrysler Brand Earns 2016 Kelley Blue Book Brand Image Award

The Chrysler Brand is the 2016 Kelley Blue Book Brand Image Awards’ “Best Car Styling Brand” thanks to the 2016 Chrysler 300 Kelley Blue Book is a name synonymous with…

Toyota Gazoo Racing Ends WEC Drought at 6 Hours of Fuji

Photo: Kevin Decherf It’s been a tough World Endurance Championship season for Toyota. After nearly winning the 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps and getting agonizingly close to winning the 24 Hours…

Subaru Named Top Brand in 2019 ALG Residual Value Awards

Subaru has been named the top mainstream brand in the 2019 ALG Residual Value Awards, with five Subaru models ranking at the top of their respective segments. Every year, TrueCar’s…

Toyota Ad Pokes Fun at Jay-Z and Solange’s Recent Elevator Fight

Jay-Z and Solange face off in an elevator Here at The News Wheel, we’re not ones for gossip. Okay, we admit we do like to see the occasional blow-up between…

Toyota Plans to Expand Temporary Campus in Plano

A rendering of the Toyota Plano campus It seems so recent that word broke about Toyota’s move from Torrance, California, to Plano, Texas, but it’s actually been nearly two years.…

2016 Hyundai Elantra GT Overview

The GT version of the 2016 Elantra debuted at last year’s Chicago Auto Show, going on sale shortly after. A sporty five-door version of the best-selling sedan, the 2016 Elantra GT…

Toyota Aims to Put Le Mans Loss Behind as It Heads to Nürburgring

Toyota is aiming to recoup at the FIA WEC Nürburgring 6h race after its devastating loss in the final few minutes of the 24 Hours of Le Mans last month.…

Toyota Celebrating Earth Day with Mirai at National Mall

The Toyota Mirai fuel-cell car Toyota will be celebrating not one, but two anniversaries today in a special appearance at the National Mall in our nation’s capital—the 45th anniversary of…

Cadillac CT6 Named to 2018 WardsAuto 10 Best UX List

Each year, WardsAuto analyzes new and redesigned vehicles to determine which ones offer drivers the most intuitive and interactive experience behind the wheel. For 2018, the Cadillac CT6 was among…

Mazda Joins Toyota and GM Against Trump’s Car Tariff Plans

Mazda has become the latest corporation to publicly condemn President Trump’s proposed increase of automotive import tariffs, in doing so joining other companies like Toyota and GM. Last month, Trump…

Mercedes-Benz’s G-Code Concept is a Car Nerd’s Dream

G-Code Concept Mercedes-Benz christened its new Project Engineering Center in Beijing on Tuesday with the debut of what could arguably be labeled one of the most ridiculously cool vehicle studies…

GMC Announces Multi-Year Partnership with Vail Resorts

GMC has announced a new partnership with Vail Resorts, Inc. that will see the two bring together their luxury-minded brands in the effort of providing once-in-a-lifetime customer experiences. Vail Resorts operates…

Just What Makes Dodge Taillights Look so Cool?

Dodge Taillights When Ron Burgundy told us all about the 2014 Dodge Durango’s glove box, horsepower, elegance and “emm pay guh’s” (mpg’s) he left out one thing – the taillights. …

Toyota RAV4 Earns Hispanic Press Award

Photo: Toyota The Toyota RAV4 was recognized as the top crossover at the 2020 Hispanic Motor Press Awards ceremony during the official opening of the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show.…

All-New Fourth-Gen Uconnect System Gives 2017 Fiat Chrysler Models Big Tech Boost

The new Uconnect system offers more savvy tech than ever If you thought Fiat Chrysler’s award-winning Uconnect infotainment system couldn’t get any better, think again. The Italian-American carmaker recently debuted…

Toyota Tests Office Environments for Plano Headquarters

A rendering of Toyota’s new headquarters in Plano, Texas If there’s one thing office workers across the world know, it’s the importance of having a nice work environment. While the…

Baltimore Teens Steal Jeep Renegade, Pair to Uconnect System, Get Caught

A group of teenagers got caught stealing late last year after connecting their cell phones to a stolen Jeep’s Uconnect infotainment system In today’s age, having a car that keeps…

2014 Nissan Altima Recognized by Edmunds.com

Nissan’s top-selling vehicle just got a major confidence boost as Edmunds.com named the 2014 Nissan Altima a “Top Rated Vehicle” following their road and test-track evaluation. This honor goes only…

2016 Kia Sportage Overview

The 2016 Kia Sportage is engineered to get your family around town in style. Peppy performance, great fuel efficiency, and plenty of style make the 2016 Sportage a top choice…

Toyota Will Now Make and Sell Fuel Cell Modules for Big Rigs

Photo: Toyota Toyota is setting up a dedicated line at its plant in Georgetown, Kentucky, to assemble fuel cell modules. Companies will be able to use these module stop power…

Genesis G80 Earns J.D. Power 2021 Initial Quality Award

Photo: Genesis Defeating prominent luxury rivals like BMW and Mercedes-Benz, the Genesis G80 sedan won its segment in the J.D. Power 2021 U.S. Initial Quality Study. Another Award for the…

Saburo Kobayashi: A Brief Look at the Man Who Brought the Airbag to Honda

If you’ve ever been involved in a car accident and found yourself saved from irreparable damage by an airbag, you’ve probably thanked somebody—maybe your parents or your deity of choice,…

2014 BMW X5 Overview

What’s New for the 2014 BMW X5 For the 2014 model year, the X5 has been completely redesigned, featuring updated styling, revamped engines, and more interior space than ever before.…

[VIDEO] Awkward, Dirty Grandma Makes Ad for BMW X5 Leather Hilarious

Be thankful we don’t see what Grandma’s wearing in the back seat Photo: BMW USA UPDATE: Want to find out who the actress playing Grandma is? Read our follow up…

Check Out the Aerodynamics on the Nissan Ariya

Photo: Nissan Normally, when we talk about automobile aerodynamics, we’re focusing on sports cars. But the new 2022 Nissan Ariya EV is about more than athletic performance — its aerodynamic…

R.I.P. Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution

Mitsubishi has announced it will be calling it quits on the production of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution at the end of its current generation. The decision is part of a…

2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Bolsters Mitsubishi August Sales

The all-new 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander has helped bolster the brand’s August sales Mitsubishi isn’t letting the halt of Outlander Sport production in the United States stop it from having a…

Nissan LEAF Buyers Can Pedal Their Way to Free Charging

Nissan’s sustainable mobility efforts center in Rome and its partnership with the “DinamoBike – enjoy your power” project. Nissan continues to propel sustainable mobility forward. This time, its efforts center in Rome…

BMW Christmas Gifts Are Perfect for Owners or Posers

You don’t have to own a BMW to be a fan of the brand. The same luxury and quality craftsmanship is present in the automaker’s non-vehicle products–at least that’s how…

Take a Look at the Nissan LEAF NISMO

The latest generation of the Nissan LEAF was revealed in September and has reportedly entered production in Tennessee. It lives up to so many expectations for a redesigned EV from…

Kia Unveils All-New Rio Before Paris Debut

The all-new Kia Rio is sportier than ever The last time we talked about the all-new Kia Rio here at The News Wheel, the only pictures we had to talk…

All-Electric Audi e-tron Revealed

New vehicle reveals are always exciting, even if you knew the particular model was coming. While we’ve been hearing about the Audi e-tron electric SUV for quite a while, it…

Subaru Earns KBB.com’s Top Overall Honor in 2016 Brand Image Awards

The Legacy sedan is one of Subaru’s all-wheel drive vehicles that costs less than $25,000 For the first time ever, Japanese automotive manufacturer Subaru has been named Best Overall Brand…

Everything You Missed at the Nissan NISMO Festival

On December 11, 2016, more than 30,000 fans descended on Fuji Speedway in Japan to celebrate the Nissan NISMO Festival. We were so jealous that we had to miss out…

Don't Expect a Production Version of the Buick Avenir

2015 Buick Avenir Concept Photo: © General Motors Were you one of the people left awe-struck and gobsmacked at the surprise reveal of the Buick Avenir Concept at the North…

Which 2018 GMC Models Get the Best Gas Mileage?

GMC is focused on big, luxurious pickup trucks and SUVs, segments not known for prioritizing fuel efficiency. However, the GMC lineup does offer a handful of models that deliver competitive…

Toyota Sequoia Gets Rugged TRD Pro Treatment

Toyota Canada is welcoming the new Sequoia TRD Pro to its lineup of rugged off-road vehicles. With this new addition, Canadians now have five options for the full-size SUV that…

Ford Windscreen Weather Station Stops Foggy Glass

I can see clearly now, the fog is gone (thanks to Windscreen Weather Station) Photo: Ford Ford has developed a new sensor system called Windscreen Weather Station that helps prevent…

Jason Luo Resigns as Ford China CEO Just Five Months Into Tenure

Jason Luo Just five months removed from taking the position of Ford China CEO and Chairman, Jason Luo announced his resignation from the company this week citing “personal reasons.” Luo…

2016 Nissan Titan Revealed, Diesel is On the Menu

Nissan kicked off the 2015 North American International Auto Show in Detroit with the big reveal of the 2016 Nissan Titan, the first complete redesign of the truck since its introduction…

Volkswagen Kicks off New Battery Recycling Initiative

VW is developing an ambitious in-house battery recycling system Photo: Volkswagen With electric vehicles continuing to reshape the auto industry, ensuring that there will be enough batteries to power these…

Lincoln Access Rewards Lets Drivers Score Points

The Lincoln Access Rewards program allows customers to score points with service Photo: Lincoln Motor Company Lincoln Motor Company has announced a new program that will allow customers to save…

Official Pricing Released for 2021 Nissan Rogue

2021 Nissan Rogue Photo: Nissan Canadian drivers have an official price tag for the new Nissan Rogue, which boasts an extensive redesign for 2021. Starting at $28,498, the third generation…

Mazda May Skip Paris, But Will Reveal More Rotary Information in Geneva

The Paris Motor Show (or French Motor Show, or Mondial de L’Automobile, depending on your mood or ability to speak French), is coming up in October this year, and so…

BMW Launches New 4 Series

BMW is leaving the 3 Series in the dust and revamping with the brand new 4 Series. Specifically, they will discontinue the coupe version of the 3 series and focus…

NHTSA Awards Honda $70 Million Fine

This 2002 Civic is one of many vehicles being recalled by Honda, which received a $70 million fine for underreporting claims In addition to a five-star rating for the 2015…

New Kia Optima Sportswagon Brings Sexy Back to Segment

The Kia Optima Sportswagon is the first of its kind from the Korean carmaker When you think of a station wagon, it’s likely you think of your grandmother—and it’s also…

Honda Introduces America to Miimo, a Roomba For Your Lawn

Perhaps the greatest looming economic crisis is the massive amount of jobs that will soon be lost to automation. In the same way that robotics have made many manufacturing jobs…

Toyota Camry Tops American-Made Index*

Don’t let the badge fool you Last week, I talked about how the “Made in America Auto Index” released by the Kogod School of Business was misleading. I claimed this…

Nissan Gives Back with ‘Calling All TITANS’

According to a 2018 Cone/Porter Novelli Purpose Study, about 78% of Americans think that companies need to have a positive impact on society and their communities, not just sell goods…