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Kenya launches motorsport academy to nurture future WRC stars

Kenya has launched a new motorsport academy that aims to inspire the next generation of local drivers at the Safari Rally round of the World Rally Championship.


Kia Recalls 427,000 Telluride SUVs That Could Roll Away While In Park

The company found 16 Tellurides that failed to stay stationary when left in Park.


37 futuristic classic cars


Mobility in Africa: A greener future amidst the fumes

There are millions of aging gas-guzzling cars on African roads — but some new, clean shoots between them. Electric motocycles are only one bearer of change. For cars, a large-scale transition is yet to begin.


20 of the world’s fastest family cars


Automotive computer chip maker NXP rolls out new platform

AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - NXP Semiconductors NV, the biggest maker of computer chips for cars, on Thursday said it had introduced a new platform that will simplify and speed up software development for its customers. The platform, which integrates software from partner companies and a new line of advanced NXP chips, makes it possible to standardize software development for many of the ever-growing


How a rusty bridge changed lives in Glasgow

It's a year since the Sighthill bridge was built to link communities divided by the M8 motorway.


26 exciting Italian concept cars


Polestar Says More BST Performance Models Are Coming

Polestar CEO Thomas Ingenlath gives us the latest on the Swedish EV brand. Expect more performance cars to come.


The good, bad, and ugly of IndyCar's half-baked exhibition race

OPINION: There are reasons to shower leadership of the IndyCar Series with praise for trying something different with last weekend’s non-points exhibition at The Thermal Club, but in many ways, it is also tough to not look at the endeavour as a half-baked attempt to tick a box


How WRC Rally1 teams embraced the return of the snorkel

World Rally Championship Rally1 cars will take on a slightly retro look at this week's Safari Rally Kenya as snorkels make their top-tier return.


LTN bollards to be replaced by cameras

Oxfordshire County Council says ANPR cameras are coming to six locations in the city.


A brief history of the Rover V8

We look at the highlights, and lowlights, of the mighty 3.5-litre 'Buick' V8


Ford's $25,000 EV Platform Will Underpin Multiple Models: Report

One model could be an Escape-sized EV with the interior space of an Explorer.


Maserati's GT2 Race Car Will Be Your Best Friend

We strap into Maserati's MC20-based race car that puts the brand back on the track.


75 years of the Rover P4


Honda ramp up F1 operations with crucial UK commitment ahead of Aston Martin link-up

Honda are preparing to move away from Red Bull and join forces with Aston Martin.


As Toyota Land Cruisers Go on Sale, What Does It Take to Snag One?

The First Edition models are arriving at dealers now, and we have information about allocation, timing, and transaction prices.


2025 Toyota 4Runner Teased in New Photo as Reveal Approaches

The close-up shot of the next-gen 4Runner's rear bumper is the first we've seen of the fully redesigned SUV without any camouflage.


e-tolls scrapped

JOHANNESBURG - There's been confusion over whether or not e-tolls will come to an end this month. Well, motorists can relax, knowing that the process is underway. Although the deadline of 31 March will be missed, Transport Minister, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has promised the end of e-tolls will be gazetted on Thursday and the gantries for tolling purpose...


2025 Volvo EX30 Ice Drive Review: This Is Why Volvo Brought Back RWD

Volvo's EX30 is helping the brand usher in a return to rear-wheel drive because it works better on snow and ice than you'd expect.


29 cars General Motors never made


Xiaomi SU7, China's Apple Car, Beats Tesla Specs At Chevy Bolt Prices

Xiaomi got 50,000 firm orders for the SU7 within the first 27 minutes of its reservation books opening.


Older Florida couple found slain in their home; police believe killer stole their car

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Florida police are seeking the public's help in finding a car stolen from an older couple who were found shot to death in their home. Fort Lauderdale Police on Thursday reissued an all-points bulletin for a red 2014 Ford Fusion that belonged to Major Melvin, 89, and his 87-year-old wife, Claudette, who were found slain last Friday. The car's Florida license plate is LTDQ16. Police believe the killer stole the car but...


Why the new British GT season is too tough to call

The new British GT season begins this weekend, and it’s set for another bumper year as new heights are reached for strength in depth. Here's how the key players rate their prospects


WRC Safari Rally: Neuville edges Tanak to grab early lead

World Rally Championship leader Thierry Neuville grabbed an early Safari Rally Kenya lead after edging Hyundai team-mate Ott Tanak to win the opening stage.


New Toyota FJ Cruiser: Everything We Know

Toyota’s next off-roader could be a compact FJ revival.


22 sporting cars that missed the mark


The Mercedes-Benz E450 Has One Mission: Comfort Above Everything

It's not sporty and it doesn't need to be. The E450 was made to cruise.


Ford Slashes Two-Thirds Of Its Workforce At F-150 Lightning Plant

Hundreds of workers are being reassigned to other plants to focus on gas trucks and SUVs.


10 cars that are better than you think


German court rules Mercedes knew about cheat devices

A court in Germany has ruled that the car giant Mercedes Benz knowingly put devices in its cars to cheat emissions tests.


Federal EV charging stations are key to Biden's climate agenda, yet only 4 states have them

Federal EV charging stations are key to Biden's climate agenda, yet only 4 states have them - Electric vehicle charging ports are a key part of President Joe Biden’s effort to encourage drivers to move away from gasoline-powered cars and trucks that contribute to global warming, but only four states have them


30 V6 classic car greats


Xiaomi takes aim at Tesla in Chinese auto market with $29,870 electric car

By Sarah Wu and Yelin Mo BEIJING (Reuters) -Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi launched a sporty electric car on Thursday with styling cues drawn from Porsche and priced below Tesla's Model 3, highlighting the stiff competition from new entrants in an already crowded EV market in China. During the two hour-long event, Xiaomi CEO and founder Lei Jun told a packed room whose attendees including the


Electric vehicles may not be as good for the planet as you think


Pramac's Morbidelli still "missing freedom" on Ducati MotoGP bike

Pramac Ducati MotoGP rider Franco Morbidelli says he is still “missing knowledge” and the “freedom” to ride the Ducati by instinct after two rounds of the 2024 campaign.


Pedestrian Deaths Are An Emergency. We Need To Start Acting Like It

With 7,500 pedestrian fatalities in America every year, we must consider the safety of people outside our cars.


BYD Launches Yuan Up Compact Crossover Starting At $13,400

The model is targeted at young people and might significantly boost sales volume.


Drivers still being overcharged for fuel, watchdog finds

Drivers are still being overcharged for petrol at the pumps despite efforts to improve competition in the fuel market, the watchdog has found. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) found that petrol and diesel prices have been creeping up since January, causing more misery for motorists. It added that a sustained increase in fuel margins – th...


Kia EV9 To Enter U.S. Production In May, Get Full Tax Credit By 2025

Kia says it's been testing U.S. production of the EV9 at its West Point, Georgia plant since early 2024.


2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E Prices: Starting At $39,995, $60,000 For Rally Trim

The base versions start at an MSRP of $39,995, while the all-new Rally trim will cost roughly $60,000.


Residents calling for village road safety measures

Campaigners want crossings and speed cameras but say their requests are falling on deaf ears.


Tesla No Longer Accepts Fisker Ocean Trade-Ins

Plus, EV owners and dealerships agree on service woes, and automakers face "daunting" tasks to hit 2032 EV adoption goals.


The best and worst diesel cars in history

From early record breakers to modern performance cars, these are the highlights from the diesel engine’s story.


Check Out Rev’It's New Tornado 4 H2O And Airwave 4 ADV Suits

One of them is adaptable for all types of weather, and the other one’s all about airflow.


Rolls-Royce given permission for expansion plans

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is building a new manufacture warehouse at its headquarters in Goodwood.


15 US states that plan to ban the sale of gasoline-powered cars


10 times car makers collaborated with luxury brands


Lamborghini’s New Logo Looks a Heck of a Lot Like the Old One

You'll need to squint if you want to catch the differences.