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Nissan Commits to Trucks with NAIAS Concept

When one thinks of pickup trucks, Ram, Ford, and Chevy are usually the brands that come to mind. With the Titan XD, Nissan seeks to take a bigger bite out of…

2021 Ford F-150 production Rouge Center (2)

2021 Ford F-150 production Rouge Center The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers with a fresh perspective on the latest car news. We’re located in the heart…

Report: Buick May Import Envision Crossover Direct from China

Buick may import the Envision directly from China © Photo: General Motors It’s been two years since Buick first introduced the Envision crossover in China, and it’s been a major…

Unifor, Ford Reach Tentative $1.95B Labor Agreement

Unifor, Ford Reach Tentative $1.95B Labor Agreement The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers with a fresh perspective on the latest car news. We’re located in the…

GM Partners with Honda to Develop Next-Generation EV Batteries

GM and Honda are pooling their resources to develop advanced batteries for their upcoming EVs Innovation often breeds unexpected partnerships. This is especially true for the automotive industry, which is…

Only 10 Lucky People Will Have the Chance to Own This Special Edition Audi R8

Got any spare cash lying around? We’re talking $200K+ here… The Audi R8 is renowned for its performance prowess and low-to-the-ground athletic build. Thanks to the first Iron Man film,…

American Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Will Lose Quick-Charging Port

The American version of the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV won’t have a fast-charging port like its global counterparts Mitsubishi has pushed back the American debut of the Outlander PHEV numerous times,…

Turbocharged Lexus LF-NX Emerges at 2013 Tokyo Motor Show

Back in September, the Frankfurt Motor Show played host to the latest in Batmobile crossover luxury, the Lexus LF-NX. Today at the Tokyo Motor Show, Lexus revealed another incarnation of…

This GMC Pickup Rendering is a Sight to Behold

The future is here… and it’s kind of insane Photo: GMC Who doesn’t love a good speculative vehicle rendering? These fanciful images are used to show off potential design and…

The Chevy Tracker Smashes Records in Brazil

Photo: GM Redesigned for the 2020 model year, the Chevrolet Tracker has been a huge hit in Brazil. Now, the sporty subcompact crossover holds the honor of being the nation’s…

Behold, the GMC Sierra HD Denali of the Future

Is this the future face of the Sierra Denali? Photo: GMC The future is here… kind of. Recently, General Motors took to their Instagram account to share renderings of potential…

2018 Ford Expedition Launches in Middle East in March

What, you thought Ford wasn’t gonna bring the 2018 Expedition to one of its more prominent emerging markets? Plz. Of course the 2018 Ford Expedition is coming to the Middle…

Nine Win 2018 Ford Conservation and Environmental Grants

Ford Motor Company announced nine winners who will split a total of $101,500 in 2018 Ford Conservation and Environmental Grants. This year’s field consists of teams representing five Middle Eastern…

2013 Ford Fiesta Overview

2013 Ford Fiesta The 2013 Ford Fiesta comes with a restructured options sheet to give buyers an easier time getting exactly what they want or need. 2013 Ford Fiesta Exterior…

2015 Acura TLX Configurator: Configurate to Your Heart's Content

Are you ready to configurate? Because it’s time to configurate. What are we configurating, you ask? Why, we’re diving into the 2015 Acura TLX configurator, wherefrom we will do all…

Jesse Lazare Dominates Nissan Micra Cup Racing in Mississauga

The Nissan Micra Cup is still running strong up in Canada, with this past weekend seeing racers take to the track at Circuit Mont-Tremblant. The field ran two races, and…

The Nissan Micra Cup Celebrates its 60th race at the Grand Prix de Trois-Rivieres.

Nissan Micras on the track in Quebec Photo: Nissan Even though the ARX Rallycross events at the Grand Prix de Trois-Rivieres in Quebec concluded earlier this week, the track shows…

Nissan Canton plant celebrates 15 years

Nissan Canton plant celebrates 15 years The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers with a fresh perspective on the latest car news. We’re located in the heart…

2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Has 47-Mile Electric Range

Photo: Honda The 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid is now available at dealerships across the United States with a starting MSRP of $33,400 and an all-electric driving range of 47…

Lexus Reliability Proven Yet Again with Latest Consumer Reports Study

2016 Lexus CT, contributing to Lexus’ reliability One of the biggest purchases you’ll make in your life is the car you drive. With as much money as you’re investing in…

China-Buick-Enclave

Buick Enclave China The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers with a fresh perspective on the latest car news. We’re located in the heart of America (Dayton,…

New 2014 Chevy Impala Adaptive Cruise Control – The News Wheel Blog

The Chevrolet Impala has been completely redesigned for the 2014 model year, and will offer a technology never before seen in Chevy vehicle.  The 2014 Chevy Impala adaptive cruise control,…

Chrysler Responds to Reports of Vipers Being Destroyed

Rare Viper set for destruction. Photo credit: Twitter user @IamPrinceKenzie Very recently, Chrysler ordered the destruction of several Vipers used for educational purposes at various trade schools. It is typical…

Kia Optima History

Kia Optima History When the Kia Optima was first introduced in 2000, it didn’t make much of a splash. As the years progressed, however, the first nondescript mid-size sedan saw…

Nissan NV200 Taxi: A Hit with NYC Taxi Veteran

Like the majority of taxi drivers in large cities, Demetrios Rizos drove a Crown Victoria for years, but when it came time to upgrade, he had a big decision to…

Nissan Uses 3D Objects to Inspire Vehicle Designers

To help the creative teams at Nissan stay focused on the core aesthetic behind their projects, designers often employ various three dimensional objects from which to draw inspiration.  These objects…

Ford Celebrates 700th Quick Lane Tire and Auto Center

Ford Celebrates 700th Quick Lane Tire and Auto Center Ford Motor Company has reason to celebrate after opening its 700th Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center location in Texas, meaning…

Honda Accord Plug-In History

Honda Accord Plug-In History The Honda Accord recently entered its ninth generation of production, revealing a more sculpted exterior. For 2014, Honda added the Accord Plug-In to the diverse Accord…

Lexus Anti-EV Ad: Folks Are Too Dumb to Download Apps

When it comes to electric vehicles, Lexus is what one might deem a “hater.” Back in May, Lexus was forced to apologize for and remove a serious of videos that…

The Car Book Names 2014 Dodge Dart a ‘Best Bet’

Just recently, The Car Book named the 2014 Dodge Dart a “Best Bet” in the compact car category.  This marks the second year in a row that the Dart has…

Chevy Volt Owners Address What They Want for 2016 Model

The 2014 Chevy Volt We’ll be getting a whole new generation of the Chevy Volt in 2016, and already Chevy Volt owners are telling General Motors what changes they would…

2013 Honda CR-Z Overview

The 2013 Honda CR-Z gets a new lithium-ion battery pack, refreshed front-end styling, and more standard features. Honda Owner Resources: Honda Owner Link 2013 Honda CR-Z Exterior Conventional hybrid cars…

Chrysler Opens New Tipton Plant, Creates 850 Jobs

Chrysler opens new Tipton plant, creating 850 jobs. Today Chrysler Group LLC will cut the ribbon of the all-new transmission plant in Tipton, Indiana. Sergio Marchionne, Chairman and CEO, will…

Chevy Debuts ‘Strong’ Silverado Commercial

It was no coincidence that Chevy chose Independence Day to debut its new commercial to promote the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado.  After all, there is nothing more American than a pickup…

Bold, Old Mitsubishi Concept Yawns at LA Auto Show

Oh, yay, a thing that you’ll never actually make. MMNA Executive Vice President Don Swearingen says that he brought the Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV to the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show this…

2020 Chinese Buick Enclave Avenir

2020 Chinese Buick Enclave Avenir The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers with a fresh perspective on the latest car news. We’re located in the heart of…

Chrysler 300 SRT Will Be Discontinued in North America

The Chrysler 300 SRT will be discontinued here in North America. Though Chrysler has announced nothing itself, Automotive News is currently reporting that the Chrysler 300 SRT will be discontinued…

Introducing a New Ford Genuine and Motorcraft Warranty

When getting new service parts for your vehicle, it’s important to know that if something goes wrong, there’s an easy way to get it fixed without any additional stress.  In…

Buick Makes Connecting Easy With OnStar 4G LTE

The Buick LaCrosse will soon be offered with OnStar 4G LTE Buick is taking drivers across the country a step into the future with the introduction of OnStar 4G LTE…

US News Praises Hyundai Kona Electric and Ioniq Hybrid

The 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric Photo: Hyundai The Kona Electric and Ioniq Hybrid are two of Hyundai’s most eco-friendly models — and both were recently honored in U.S. News &…

Lexus Canada Introduces the Takumi Cat Challenge

Photo: Lexus The connection between the art of paper folding and luxury cars may not be obvious — unless you’re one of the skilled craftspeople at the Lexus plant in…

Ford Tops Goal in United Way for Southeastern Michigan Campaign

Ford COO and United Way Chair Mark Fields Ford Motor Company has a long-time standing relationship with United Way for Southeastern Michigan, having raised more for their foundation than any…

Holden Commercial Embrace Chevy Style… For Better or Worse

If you live in the United States and watch TV or occasionally browse YouTube for interesting ads, you’ve probably come across one of Chevrolet’s polarizing “Real People Not Actors” commercials.…

2015 Ford Mustang Technology is Smarter Than Ever Before

The 2015 Ford Mustang is one smart cookie. Most people know the Ford Mustang for its muscle, attitude, and 50-year heritage. It’s known for having a lot of power under…

NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal Drives a Lifted Ford F-250 Pickup

Retired NBA basketball player Shaquille O’Neal used to star in Buick commercials, but now he’s switched over to the Ford brand Photo: © PBS NewsHour While Shaquille O’Neal currently works…

This 1980s Buick Promo Video is Exceptional

The 1980s. It was a time of hope. A time of optimism. A time of very bad choices. One not-particularly-great ‘80s choice was that of Buick to have its dealerships…

2014 Ford C-MAX Energi Overview

  2014 Ford C-MAX Energi Exterior Built on a Ford Focus platform, the 2014 C-Max Energi has a similar look to the popular hatchback with a bit more height, making…

2015 Chevy Tahoe Technology Aims to Thwart Theft

2015 Chevy Tahoe technology Full-size SUVs are ideal targets for car theft. Most thieves will chop a car. The large tires on SUVs can be especially valuable, and SUVs have…

2014 BMW M5 Overview

For the 2014 model year, the BMW M5 now has an optional Competition package, which bumps the horsepower up by 15, uses a different exhaust system, and has unique 20-inch…

$20 Unlimited Data Plan Coming to Buick Vehicles in Time for March Madness

Buick’s new unlimited prepaid data plan will be available throughout the company’s entire 2017 model lineup Photo: © General Motors Whether you’re a fan of the North Carolina Tar Heels…