FOUR WHEELER Names Jeep Wrangler Rubicon EcoDiesel 2020 SUV of the Year
The 2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon EcoDiesel earns the SUV of the Year title from FOUR WHEELER Photo: FCA The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon EcoDiesel has again impressed the off-roading experts at…
These Seniors Driving the Nissan GT-R Will Make You Cry
Every few years in the United States, there is a debate whether people over a certain age should really be allowed to drive. In Brazil, drivers over the age of…
Hyundai US Headquarters Lights Up to Mark New NFL Partnership
Hyundai has joined the NFL as the official automotive sponsor GM may be out of the NFL sponsorship game, but, as projected last week, Hyundai is taking its place. The…
Ram Cultivates Farmer-Friendly Truck with 2018 Harvest Edition
2018 Ram Harvest Edition Photo: FCA US LLC Designed to serve farmers in America, Ram has launched the 2018 Harvest Edition, a first-ever truck specifically designed to handle the challenging…
Toyota Gazoo Racing Confirms Alonso Will Race at Le Mans
Toyota Gazoo Racing has confirmed that two-time Formula One world champion Fernando Alonso will race for the team throughout the 2018-2019 World Endurance Championship super season. The Spaniard will get…
What Are the Differences Between the Hyundai Elantra and the Hyundai Sonata?
The redesigned 2021 Hyundai Elantra Photo: Hyundai Hyundai has been emphasizing its SUV lineup lately, but that doesn’t mean the automaker has been neglecting its sedans. The Sonata got a…
Honda Confirms It Will Close UK Plant in 2021
Photo: Honda Honda has officially confirmed it will close its factory in Swindon, England, by 2021, resulting in the loss of 3,500 jobs. “It is with a heavy heart that…
Review Says European Mitsubishi L200 Considered Best in Segment
Carbuyer has given the Mitsubishi L200 rave reviews There is some stiff competition in the pickup truck market, especially in Europe. Now, the competition is getting even fiercer with the…
Understanding the Mazda Warranty Program
Photo: Mazda Don’t want to read through that hefty warranty information booklet that came with your new Mazda? Don’t sweat it — here’s a quick and easy guide to the…
Man Remembers True Spirit of the Happy Honda Days, Buys Wife a CR-V [VIDEO]
While some people may feel that the Happy Honda Days have become too crass and commercialized, it’s good to see that there are some folks out there who still hold…
2018 Ford Escape Overview
Seating up to five people, the 2018 Ford Escape offers comfort inside a spacious and versatile cabin. Whether you’re searching for an everyday commuter or a hauler for your next…
Ford 1.0-Liter EcoBoost Engine Wins Sixth Straight International Engine of the Year Prize
Ford’s 1.0-liter EcoBoost Engine A few things are inevitabilities in life: death, taxes, disappointment in elected officials, and the Ford 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine winning Engine of the Year. The miniscule…
John Oates Shows Off Custom Porsche 356 Honoring 70th Anniversary of Porsche
John Oates with his custom Porsche 356 B Over the seven decades, Porsche has produced an array of dazzling models that look as attractive as they perform. From its first…
2014 Jeep Patriot and 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan Win KBB Awards
Two Chrysler Group LLC. vehicles have been named tops in their class for the lowest prices available: the 2014 Jeep Patriot and 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan both won Kelley Blue…
Toyota Camry Gets Minor Price and Major Power Bump
The highly-anticipated and re-engineered 2018 Toyota Camry will finally arrive in showrooms this summer and with it will come a minor price bump along with a major increase in power…
Toyota & Mazda Choose Alabama for New US Manufacturing Plant
From left: Secretary Greg Canfield, Mazda Motor Corporation President and Chief Executive Officer Masamichi Kogai, Alabama Govornor Kay Ivey, Toyota Motor Corporation President Akio Toyoda, Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle, Commission…
Toyota to Add 400 Jobs & Invest $600 Million in Indiana Plant
Toyota will build 40,000 more Toyota Highlanders in 2017 After Trump threatened several automakers with hefty import taxes should they dare to create jobs in countries other than the United…
2019 Honda Pilot Receives IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Rating
The new Honda Pilot was redesigned and refreshed for the 2019 model year and so far it seems as though the company did a good job of it, as the…
Powdery Substance Found at Greensburg Honda Plant
The Honda Manufacturing of Indiana Welcome Center in Greensburg, Indiana, seen here during happier times Earlier this morning, it was reported that workers at the Greensburg Honda manufacturing plant had…
Audi Is Ready To Share
Do you wish that you could drive an Audi, but your bank account is presenting a bit of an obstacle? We have some very good news for you, as Audi…
Ford Fund Pledges $200K to Keep Students Learning During Pandemic
Elena Ford (bottom left) reads to students during a live event in October Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company Chief Customer Experience Officer Elena Ford and Ford Fund made a $200,000…
Honda Says Humans, Not Robots, Still Build the Best Cars
Tesla robots assembling cars in Fresno Photo: Tesla Motors Automakers are divided over the topic of whether people or robots are best used in the process of assembling cars. Tesla,…
Last 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon Reaches Finish Line for Charity
The Brampton Assembly Plant in Brampton, Ontario ceased production on the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon as the last of its kind rolled off the assembly line on May 30,…
Ford is Europe's No. 2 Brand, Top Commercial Vehicle Brand in First Quarter
Ford Kuga Vignale Ford closed out the first quarter of 2018 as the No. 2 brand in Europe with sales of 382,900 vehicles and an 8% market share across its…
Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang Stars in “Power” Music Video, Which Features Use of the Word “Gasoline-y”
It’s Friday. Maybe you’re dragging at work already, slurping the last traces of sugary nectar from the lip of your empty can of Monster or hoping against hope that somebody…
2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Gets Price Tag, 52 MPG Rating
Photo: Hyundai The new 2020 Sonata Hybrid is one of the most efficient and advanced vehicles in the Hyundai lineup — and now it has an official price tag. Another…
Mazda Motor Corp to More Than Triple Engine Production at Thailand Plant
Mazda’s SKYACTIV-D Diesel Engine Back in October of last year, Mazda finally began full-scale production at Mazda Powertrain Manufacturing Thailand (MPMT), an engine assembly plant in Chomburi, Thailand, raising production…
Ford Sales Down in Europe in September; Fiesta Production Ramping Up to Meet Surging Demand
Ford Motor Company saw its sales decline 10.9% in its traditional Euro 20 markets in September, totaling 129,900 vehicles delivered. Passenger vehicle sales fell 14.3% at 91,200 vehicles, and commercial…
2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Wins KBB Award
This Mitsubishi SUV has a lot to offer when it comes to value Photo: Mitsubishi The mid-size SUV segment is quickly becoming one of the most popular across the automotive…
New Lincoln Corsair Commercials Promise 'Good News'
A pair of new Lincoln Corsair commercials dropped in early March Photo: Lincoln Boy, if there was ever a time that we all needed some good news, now’s about right.…
Ford Bronco R Race Prototype Teases What's to Come
The Ford Bronco R race prototype Photo: Ford Motor Company At this point, folks, it’s gotta be just a matter of time before we lay eyes on the 2021 Ford…
Rumor: Jeep Renegade to Receive a Hybrid Model
The Renegade might be getting ready to go green Jeep-branded vehicles are famous for their off-roading capabilities, but certainly aren’t as renowned for their fuel economies. Despite this, Jeep executives…
3 Nissans Top 2020 JD Power Quality Study
2020 Nissan Maxima Photo: Nissan In the 2020 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study, three Nissan models — the Maxima, Murano, and Armada — have topped their respective segments and helped…
2021 Buick Enclave Makes US News List of Quietest SUVs
The 2021 Buick Enclave Photo: Buick When your vehicle has a quiet interior, it makes driving through a bustling city less irritating and makes it easier for your kids to…
2020 Nissan Maxima Earns “Superior” Rating for Pedestrian Detection
Source: Nissan When it comes to pedestrian detection capabilities, not all vehicles are created equal. Nissan vehicles, however, rank among the best on the market. Nissan’s pedestrian detection technology earned…
Nissan Kicks Earns Sport on US News’ List of 15 Best Cars for Short People for 2019
2019 Nissan Kicks Photo: Nissan The Nissan Kicks continues to be a popular SUV in the Nissan lineup, and according to the experts at U.S. News & World Report, it…
2020 GMC Sierra 1500 Adds New Tech, New Configurations
The 2020 GMC Sierra Denali CarbonPro Edition Photo: GMC Hot on the heels of last year’s complete redesign, the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 will add new technology options and expand…
Jeep and Bill Murray Shake Things Up with a “Groundhog Day” Super Bowl Ad
Photo: FCA For the Super Bowl, Jeep debuted a 60-second ad spot in which Bill Murray reprised his iconic role as Phil Connors from the movie “Groundhog Day” — but…
Nissan Working on Technology to Make Telepathic Driving a Reality
Nissan will showcase its Brain-to-Vehicle or B2V technology, which allows the vehicle to read signals from the driver’s brain, at CES 2018, set for Jan. 9-12 in Las Vegas Photo:…
Toyota Could Use Uber Tech in Self-Driving Cars
Toyota and Uber are reportedly discussing the possibility of installing the latter’s self-driving system in the former’s vehicles. According to Nikkei, a Japanese business daily, Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi met…
The Lincoln Continental Might Be Getting Suicide Doors
It was suggested earlier this month that Ford might already be looking into terminating the new Lincoln Continental sedan at the end of its lifespan. The culprit here would be…
Toyota Teams Up With SoftBank on Driverless Car Project
In the autonomous vehicle business, partnerships are everything. The cost and complexity of developing self-driving technology is such that auto and tech companies are striking alliances left and right in…
Custom Nissan Patrol with Backseat Center Steering
To get ahead with car buyers, automakers are looking for ways to innovate their vehicles to create something that their competitors can’t match. The term “one of a kind” is…
Nissan in Nigeria: Ready for Growth
The Patrol becomes the first vehicle built by Nissan in Nigeria The production of a Nissan Patrol at the Lagos, Nigeria assembly plant made Nissan the first major manufacturer to…
2022 Buick Encore GX Overview
Photo: Buick The Buick Encore GX is more than a bigger version of the Encore — it also boasts a more powerful engine and additional amenities. Here’s a look at…
Ford Sees Best-Ever July Sales as F-150, Transit Hit Record Highs
While the US auto industry saw a down month in July, Ford Motor Company of Canada saw no such symptoms of slowing. In fact, last month saw Ford’s best July…
New 2023 Ford Escape Adds ST-Line, SYNC 4
The new 2023 Ford Escape gets three ST-Line options Photo: Ford The Ford Escape gets a solid refresh for 2023 with some nice new bells and whistles. Probably the loudest…
Multiple Kia Models Earn 2022 Total Quality Impact Awards
2022 Kia K5 Photo: Kia Kia is no stranger to winning awards and the brand was recognized yet again in the Strategic Vision 2022 Total Quality Impact study. In fact,…
Honda Civic Type R in Ohio Spotted Again [PHOTOS]
Someone’s spotted another (well, probably the same) Honda Civic Type R in Ohio! Sometimes, it feels a little tough being based in Ohio, the state that The News Wheel calls…
Hyundai Ioniq Wins U.S. News Awards for Best Hybrid Car, Best Plug-In Hybrid
Photo: Hyundai U.S. News editors examined the Hyundai Ioniq lineup and liked what they saw, awarding the Ioniq Hybrid and Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid as the best vehicles in their segments…
