Cars

Awesome Alfa Romeo barn-find haul revisited

Waters to make NASCAR Cup debut with RFK at Sonoma

Australian Supercars star Cam Waters will make his NASCAR Cup Series debut next month, driving for RFK Racing.

Le Mans shows other MotoGP races how to succeed

A new record crowd number of nearly 300,000 people attended the 2024 MotoGP French Grand Prix, promoted by PHA CEO Claude Michy. In an interview with Autosport, this successful French entrepreneur emphasises the importance of putting fans at the centre of the business, betting on emotion over price, and offering free services to fans.

Battlefield after the rest day: Visma | Lease a Bike loses leader Kooij, other sprinters also sick and heading home

The rest day of the Giro d'Italia has caused quite a few casualties in the peloton. Before the start of the tenth stage, several teams shared bad news, notably all concerning their sprinters. The most significant announcement came from Olav Kooij, who fell ill on the rest day and is unable to continue representing Visma | Lease a Bike. "This Giro is taking us on a roller coaster of emotions," the Dutch team headlined in a post on X. And that's...

Ola Electric’s Motorcycle Patents Have a Few Company Firsts

We saw cool prototypes from the manufacturer last year, but these designs fill a commuter-shaped hole in its lineup.

The eight key changes Ferrari has made to its F1 car for Imola

Ferrari used a filming day at Fiorano last week to test out the update package it will deploy at Formula 1's Emilia Romagna Grand Prix this weekend.

What Else Should Sea-Doo's 325 Horsepower Engine Go Into?

So many possibilities come to mind.

DTM's new Full Course Yellow rule receives heavy criticism from teams

A new rule introduced by the DTM that prevents mandatory pitstops under Full Course Yellow or safety car periods has come under fire following the season-opener at Oschersleben.

The Electric G-Class Is Better Than the Gas Version

The Mercedes-Benz G580 with EQ Technology is quicker in a straight line and more capable off-road than its gas-powered counterpart.

Tesla Cybertruck Chief Out, Some Supercharger Team Re-Hired

Things are up and down at Tesla. Plus, NHTSA is probing Waymo for traffic violations and new Chinese EV tariffs could impact U.S. jobs.

Tesla Cybertruck Vs. Ram 2500 Diesel Tow Comparison Reveals Stark Difference

The two trucks were towing identical 8,000 trailers. One of them went less than 100 miles before needing a top-up.

Indy 500: Dixon fastest at 229.107mph as weather halts practice

Scott Dixon led the brief morning portion of an altered IndyCar practice for the Indianapolis 500 before rain showers brought the session to a halt.

Rainey’s Ride To The Races Returns

A day full of riding bikes and mingling with some of the biggest names in motorcycle racing.

Stellantis aiming to ultimately build 50,000 bakkies a year in SA as Coega plant forges ahead

Auto giant Stellantis has put the finishing touches on a deal that will see it building Peugeot bakkies in South Africa from late 2025.

FAW Trucks SA celebrates 3 decades of excellence in the Southern African market

Leading global player, FAW SA, marked 30 years of delivering innovative commercial vehicle solutions at their celebration event on Thursday, 9 May, in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape.FAW Vehicle Manufacturers SA (PTY) Ltd, a prominent global player in commercial vehicle manufacturing, proudly celebrates a significant milestone – 30 years of unwavering commitment to the South African market. This remarkable achievement underscores the brand's enduring...

Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen dream team flags up Ferrari 2025 warning

"You create stress, but when those two come together..."

The 40 electric cars with the biggest batteries

Porsche to unleash first ever 911 hybrid sports car

Porsche, being Porsche, has left nothing up to chance with its first-ever 911 hybrid model, which makes its debut in a few weeks from now.

Tiberi worries about his engine cooling off after rest day: "Possible that you've recovered so well that you're dropped"

The Italian home crowd expected compatriot Antonio Tiberi to perform exceptionally well in the Giro. The 22-year-old climber was designated as the team leader for Bahrain-Victorious and found a perfect mentor in fellow Italian Damiano Caruso – who is fourteen years his senior – but misfortune quickly disrupted their plans. Truly a shame, because Tiberi had shown good form in recent days and was climbing alongside the very best, as expected....

McLaren ‘Adrian Newey’ breakthrough claim made in damning Mercedes W15 update verdict

"When you've got teams like Mercedes bringing upgrades that don't work when they put them on..."

Newgarden “missing” Cindric at Indy, Porsche sportscar boss replaces him

Porsche Penske Motorsport’s managing director Jonathan Diuguid will call the strategy for Josef Newgarden’s bid to retain his Indianapolis 500 crown this month.

Ranked: the largest engine made by every major car company

All things come to an end eventually, but personal transport powered by internal combustion engines will still be with us for a few years yet.

Hydrogen safety certificate is on the cards – Chieta

This is key as hydrogen pipe-fitters currently can’t start on a hydrogen project without this safety certificate and South Africa doesn’t have it in the country.

Where Can You Charge An Electric Car?

At home in the preferred spot, but you can charge at other locations, too.

Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio Super Sport Gets Red Interior Carbon

The hottest Giulia and Stelvio continue in Europe where there's a new special edition.

Acosta: French GP was first chance in MotoGP for "something big"

Pedro Acosta feels his crash out of the French Grand Prix cost him a chance to achieve “something big” for the first time in MotoGP.

2025 Kia EV6: Bigger Battery, Different Face, Fingerprint Reader

The facelifted EV crossover also brings extra buttons inside for the heated and ventilated seats.

Ferrari Won't Turbocharge Its V-12 Any Time Soon

Ferrari spent a lot of money to guarantee it meets upcoming emissions standards.

BYD Shark, A Plug-In Hybrid Ford Ranger Rival, Launches In Mexico

The BYD Shark marks the Chinese automaker’s foray into the popular pickup truck segment. Will it ever come to the U.S.?

Kia Electric Truck Spied Testing in America

It appears to have the EV9's headlights and Santa Cruz's taillights.

What Marquez would have to give up to sign for the factory Ducati MotoGP team

Marc Marquez would have to give up almost all of his personal sponsors, not just Red Bull, in order to join the factory Ducati MotoGP team next season.

Where to fill up your car as petrol plunges to 99c a litre

Traffic queues are expected to stretch around the Metro Petroleum on Bellevue Rd in Figtree near Wollongong.

The Electric Mercedes G-Wagen Is The Best One

The clumsily named G 580 With EQ Technology is even better off-road than its gas-powered sibling. Plus you can wheel in total silence.

Ford Lost Over $100,000 Per EV In Q1. Now It’s Reportedly Cutting Battery Orders

The maker of the Mustang Mach-E is expecting its EV business to lose up to $5.5 billion this year.

A serious secret risk lurks in almost every car, scientists warn

Scientists warn there is a serious risk every time you get into a car, but it’s not what you might expect. Cars are part of our everyday life, but experts have long warned that things like filming TikToks behind the wheel are extremely risky and could land you with a hefty fine. But while many are aware of the risk that crashes pose to our health, ...

REVIEW: Honda Elevate is solid and practical but wider range would lift its appeal

Although it shows signs of cost cutting in places, the Honda Elevate makes a reasonably good value case for itself.

Could This Suzuki Electric Scooter Patent Show Us The Future?

Produced in cooperation with Panasonic, the adorable last-mile machine keeps ease of battery access top of mind.

Nissan backs European electric car production with major investment

Big money and artificial intelligence are going into a wholly electric range of cars to be produced in the UK. View on euronews

Free State cracks solar-powered, off-grid electric vehicle stations in R4.3bn investment

It will create thousands of jobs in the immediate first phase.

The BMW 7 Series Plug-In Hybrid Can't Beat The EV

BMW's newest 7 Series is a fantastic car, but the plug-in hybrid drivetrain isn’t up to snuff.

Evans feels “new ideas” are required after WRC Portugal struggles

Elfyn Evans says “some new ideas” are required after set-up struggles left the three-time World Rally Championship runner-up on the back foot in a weekend to forget in Portugal.

European ports turned into car parks as EV makers hunt buyers

Sales of electric cars in Europe are relatively low, but it is just one reason why the vehicles are piling up in Europe's major ports. View on euronews

TV star James May says new rules for cyclists in London are not needed

James May, the 61-year-old star of motoring series The Grand Tour, called on cyclists to stop trying to achieve personal best times on two wheels

Nostalgia: did you know these things about Knight Rider?

This 1,200 Horsepower Quad is Because Regular Hypercars Aren't Fast Enough

Your face is going to melt.

Xiaomi Already Has a Tesla Model Y Fighter In The Works: Report

Just a month after launching the wildly successful SU7, Xiaomi is already developing a new EV to take on the Tesla Model Y.

Andretti-GM will ‘rival Mercedes and Ferrari’ level as F1 told ‘we need answers’

"This is going to be rival with the Ferraris and the Mercedes."

Miller looking for answers to "head-scratcher" KTM MotoGP race pace

Jack Miller is trying to find answers for KTM’s lack of race pace in the MotoGP French Grand Prix after describing the situation as a ‘head-scratcher’.

SA father and son team break Guinness Record for world’s fastest drone

Last year Luke and Mike Bell created the world’s fastest drone, but felt that with a little tinkering it could go even faster.

The Six-Cylinder G-Class Isn't for Enthusiasts

The new base G-Wagen is better without a V-8. But for the diehards, it might not be as appealing.