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Remembering Gerry Anderson’s ‘Supercar’ During the 1960s, there were few creative personalities as prolific and beloved as Gerry Anderson. While most people will naturally remember him for creating Thunderbirds, there was a lot more on his resume than that. This is the story of one of Anderson’s most enduring creations: the 1961 TV series Before one can discuss Supercar or any of Gerry Anderson’s legendary output, one must first mention the unique way Anderson brought these shows t...

‘Pole Position’: From Arcade Classic to Cartoon Series The golden age of arcade games was truly a great time to be alive. Kids were more than happy to hand over a few quarters in exchange for some quality time with their favorite cabinets. Mixed in with all the shooters and adventure titles were racing games, and for a while, the biggest of the genre was Remembering ‘Pole Position’ If you were an arcade-loving kid in the early 1980s, you’ll likely have plenty of fond memories of Pol...

A Brief History of the Gull-Wing Door There is perhaps no vehicle component more simple and recognizable than the humble door. In most vehicles, the doors work the same: you grab the handle, pull away from the car, and swing the door open on a horizontal plane. However, any fan of unique and high-end vehicles knows that this isn’t always the way it works. This is the history behind the iconic — and undeniably awesome — gull-wing door. The ins and outs of the gull-wing door Ever since thei...

Underrated Car Chases: ‘Godzilla Raids Again’ (1955) There are few fictional characters with as varied and wide-ranging a history as Godzilla. Today, the creature is most-often associated with things like monster fights, cinematic cheese, and — if you’re a regular reader of The News Wheel — some silly car chases. However, not all of Godzilla’s vehicle-related escapades are goofy chuckle-fests. In fact, one of the single-best sequences from the 36 film-strong franchise involves a ca...

Remembering the Insane ‘Jurassic Park’ Arcade Game Very few movies from the last few decades have had the lasting cultural impact of Jurassic Park. The 1993 film was an awe-inspiring — and occasionally terrifying — peek into a world where dinosaurs roamed once again. But forget about all of that. Why? Because who needs a well-made film stuffed with childlike wonder when there exists a Jurassic Park arcade game where you drive around like a maniac shooting dinosaurs? The ‘Jurassic Pa...

A Look at Audi’s Ambitious Electric Future Photo: Audi As the auto industry changes, Audi continues to blaze a path forward toward a cleaner, smarter future. The next few years will see the automaker embrace that future with a number of ambitious releases and massive shakeups. This new era will see plenty of beloved vehicles return in EV form, and could be the end of the line for other long-running favorites. Audi’s ambitious plans for the next decade By 2025, Audi plans to have a record 20...

Remembering the Micro Machines Phenomenon When most people think of tiny toy cars, their minds understandably turn to Hot Wheels. While it’s true that Hot Wheels have cornered the market on small, collectable vehicles, there was a time when they weren’t the only name in the game. Welcome to the world of Micro Machines. The origin of Micro Machines Way back in 1987, a toy company called Galoob decided to take the idea of the “toy car” to the next level. While plenty of toy companies offe...

Iridescent Pearl Tricoat Comes to the 2021 Chevy Trax Photo: Chevrolet One of the most fun parts of buying a new vehicle is selecting a color option. These days, there are plenty of different eye-catching choices that offer something unique to drivers. Are you tired of more “standard” colors like blue, green, or red? If so, the new 2021 Chevrolet Trax might just be for you. This classy SUV is now being sold in a color option called “Iridescent Pearl.” The eye-catching Iridescent Pearl o...

New Audi A6 E-Tron Concept Revealed Photo: Audi Shanghai, China, is currently playing host to Auto Shanghai 2021. This expansive auto show is one of the first to accept in-person attendees since the COVID-19 pandemic began last year. Thanks to the event’s safety measures, enthusiasts are getting a good look at some exciting upcoming vehicles. One of the most eye-catching is the new Audi A6 e-tron Concept, which was revealed last week. A first look at the new Audi A6 e-tron Concept On April 19...

2021 Volkswagen Arteon is an IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK Photo: Volkswagen The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, or IIHS, is the gold standard when it comes to assigning safety ratings to new vehicles. Earning an IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK award is an honor for any vehicle, and proves to drivers that they and their loved ones will be protected behind the wheel. The 2021 Volkswagen Arteon is the latest vehicle to take home this coveted award. The VW ID.4 Can Talk to You:Find out how 2021 Volkswagen Art...