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Plans to roll out 'dental vans' to tackle shortage could be shelved

The vehicles, which are kitted out to provide mobile care to rural communities, were announced this year as part of a government effort to allow more people to get attention.

BMW plant workers in Alabama reject unionization and deal blow to UAW’s expansion hopes

BMW plant workers in Alabama reject unionization and deal blow to UAW’s expansion hopes - The official count was announced on Friday afternoon

‘You see progress’ – Toto Wolff believes Mercedes W15 deficit to the front is ‘getting smaller’

"It's just a patience game..."

Why owners are scared to drive their electric cars

Electric vehicles are used 20 percent less than gas-run cars as a new survey reveals what's holding many drivers back from buying the futuristic automobiles.

Jaguar F-Pace drives into the sunset with two final editions: SA pricing

Jaguar is ringing in some radical changes as it celebrates its 90th anniversary this year. It’s time to say goodbye to ICE products like the F-Pace.

Junkyard Discoveries from Ron’s Auto Salvage in Allison, Iowa

Enjoy our tour of one of America’s most interesting junkyards

Van Rooyen, Wolk share honours in a dramatic day of SA Touring Car racing at Zwartkops

Another dramatic outing at Zwartkops on Saturday brought highs and lows for the frontrunners of the South African Touring Car Championship.

The safest EVs on sale based on Euro NCAP

Adventure-ready Mahindra Scorpio-N edition revealed at Nampo

The Mahindra Scorpio-N Adventure is kitted out with unique features that make it more capable and user-friendly off the beaten track.

Max Verstappen gave Ferrari fan ‘the finger’ before later applauding him

"Did you sign with Ferrari or something? Is there something we don't know?"

20 next-best classic cars

LA police car chase ends with bloodied and screaming suspect in handcuffs

LA police car chase ends with bloodied and screaming suspect in handcuffs - Female driver entered 405 freeway in wrong direction

Super Formula Autopolis: Makino finally claims maiden series victory

Tadasuke Makino finally ended his Super Formula victory drought with a dominant drive in the second round of the season at Autopolis.

Red Bull and McLaren ‘doing something weird’ with ‘energy’ deployment, claims Charles Leclerc

"They are doing something weird with the energy engine wise, McLaren and Red Bull."

Verstappen wishes F1 had '24 Imolas', but the series has other plans

Formula 1 drivers led by world champion Max Verstappen have signed a love letter to Imola's old-school challenges, amid an uncertain future for the classic Italian venue.

Ferrari grilled on Adrian Newey interest amid rumours of huge contract signed

All roads lead to Ferrari for Adrian Newey...

Cool-down footage captures Max Verstappen issue over Imola GP grid slots

"I'm not sure the left side is best for P1 and P3."

Our writers rate the 2024 F1 Imola Grand Prix

Max Verstappen won the 2024 Imola Grand Prix despite late pressure from McLaren driver Lando Norris.

Ducati’s Ayrton Senna-Inspired Monster Is a Work of Art

On the eve of the race where one of the F1 greats lost his life 30 years ago, Ducati gave us something to commemorate his legacy.

McLaren unsure Norris could have passed Verstappen to win F1 Imola GP

McLaren Formula 1 team principal Andrea Stella says he's unsure if he agrees that with a few more laps Lando Norris would have passed Max Verstappen to win in Imola.

Ferrari with all to do, McLaren catching up on Red Bull

OBAKENG MELETSEFORMULA One round seven will be making red waves at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix in Imola this weekend. Ferrari, under pressure from McLaren who have made giant strides to the top of the charts, have it all to do with their red army in heavy presence.The Scuderia Ferrari-24 had upgrades coming into the weekend, and following a somewhat decent but difficult weekend at the Miami International Circuit where both Charles Leclerc and...

Sainz: Ferrari F1 upgrade expectations "completely out of reality"

Carlos Sainz says his Ferrari Formula 1 team's upgrade package for Imola "worked exactly as we expected", calming down the "out of reality" expectations in Italy.

Listening to This Ferrari F355 Carve a Forest Road is Automotive Heaven

No words, no music. Just a 3.5-liter five-valve V-8 echoing through the trees.

Thousands expected at pro-Gaza rally on Washington’s National Mall

Thousands expected at pro-Gaza rally on Washington’s National Mall - Rally in the nation’s capital in support of Palestinian rights and an immediate end to Israeli military operations in Gaza

Dakar Rally 2025: Dates, route, new features and more revealed

The Amaury Sport Organisation (ASO) has revealed the route and the dates for the 47th edition of the Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia.

10 car makers that didn’t just make cars

Vasco da Gama race under way

The oldest coastal ocean race on the South African sailing calendar, the Vasco da Gama, starts in Durban.

F1 Imola GP: Piastri leads McLaren 1-2 in FP3 as Perez and Alonso crash out

McLaren topped final practice for Formula 1’s 2024 Imola Grand Prix with a 1-2 led by Oscar Piastri in a session disrupted by crashes for Fernando Alonso and Sergio Perez.

Fernando Alonso’s Imola start troubles go from bad to worse

"It's just not good enough..."

Awesome Alfa Romeo barn-find haul revisited

Ferrari feels right at home at Imola as Charl Leclerc shines and Max Verstappen slithers

Charles Leclerc shone in the sunshine while Max Verstappen slithered and grumbled as the Ferrari driver dominated Friday practice at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.

BP Southern Africa aims to expand its service stations across South Africa

BP Southern Africa wants to open 500 more convient stores throughout South Africa and aims to step up its business in the country. This as Shell plans to exit.

Ferrari drivers disagree on theories for shock Red Bull Imola GP qualifying pace leap

Ferrari drivers Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc disagreed when trying to explain Red Bull's surprise pace jump in Imola qualifying.

Audi RS4 Avant Vs. BMW M3 Touring Drag Race: It's Not Even Close

The two coolest wagons on sale today come together for a good old fashioned drag race. But one is far quicker than the other.

Alonso hit with F1 Imola GP pitlane start after Aston Martin changes

Fernando Alonso will start Formula 1's Emilia Romagna Grand Prix from Imola's pitlane after Aston Martin made changes to his car.

Discussion | AARTO Act | New traffic fine system to be rolled out

JOHANNESBURG - A new traffic fine system is expected to be rolled out at the beginning of July. At the heart of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences is the demerit points system. This means if a driver breaks the law on our roads, they lose several points, which could lead to their license being suspended. SA Fines Chief Executi...

“Major changes” unlikely to MotoGP’s feeder classes under 2027 rules overhaul

Dorna Sports says “major changes” to the Moto2 and Moto3 categories are unlikely when MotoGP undergoes its rules revolution in 2027.

Aston Martin F1 upgrades "not good enough" to keep up with rivals - Stroll

Aston Martin Formula 1 driver Lance Stroll fears the upgrades the team has brought to Imola haven't been enough to keep pace in the fight behind Red Bull.

DoorDash customer charged for damaged delivery after driver got hit by a car

It’s never fun when a delivery goes wrong but for one DoorDash customer from New York, one order has reportedly left her without the drinks they bought because the driver got hit by a car outside - and she claims DoorDash have still charged them $30 anyway. In a video on TikTok posted earlier this month, Nia Stanford explained they bought two bottl...

The ‘small duvet’ problem that Mercedes thinks it can put to bed

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff’s caution this week that it will be several races before his Formula 1 team’s upgrades bear fruit can be viewed in one of two ways.

How GM Made The $35,000 Chevrolet Equinox EV Into A 319-Mile Range Champ

The new Chevy Equinox EV is now the cheapest way to get more than 300 miles of range in a new car. Thank Ultium's scale for that.

21 striking Chrysler concept cars

Used Tesla Cybertruck Markups Plummet As Hype Cycle Cools Down

With increased production and decreased launch ferver, the days of $200,000+ used Cybertruck listings are gone for good.

What F1 GPS data reveals about Verstappen’s Imola qualifying save

Max Verstappen’s eighth consecutive Formula 1 pole position - which equals Ayrton Senna's record - owes much to the tow he picked up from Haas driver Nico Hulkenberg – per the GPS data of Imola Q3’s final runs.

Supercars Perth: Waters wins as penalty costs Mostert the double

Cam Waters took victory in the 10th race of the 2024 Supercars season at Wanneroo after a pitlane slip cost Chaz Mostert the win and the chance for a double.

MotoGP Sets A New Attendance Record At Le Mans

Nearly 300,000 fans from across the globe flocked to Le Mans during the 2024 French Grand Prix.

The top 10 best electric SUVs

Volvo’s baby electric crossover is compact, zippy and competitively priced

The Volvo EX30 is one of a handful of EVs that are selling for under R1-million in South Africa.

George Russell hails Mercedes upgrade impact with ‘best all season’ assessment

George Russell believes Mercedes have started down the correct path of upgrade development with the W15...

Why Albon wasn't penalised for driving with "10mm" loose wheel in Imola GP

Alex Albon believes his loose wheel in Formula 1’s 2024 Imola event “was quite safe”, with the stewards not penalising his driving back to the pits following a post-race investigation.