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Porsche driver's infuriating act at electric vehicle charging station

A Porsche driver has outraged electric vehicle owners after parking their car in a designated charging station space - not just once but twice.

Elon Musk responds to Cybertruck delivery delays

Tesla customers are complaining that their Cybertruck deliveries have been canceled with no warning and little explanation, as some have been told the problem involves the accelerator.

Petrol price earmarked for another hike in May: AA

Fuel prices have reached record-high increases over the past three years despite the government not increasing the General Fuel Levy or Road Accident Fund (RAF) levy.

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Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance Slightly Disappoints In Video Range Test

Veteran EV tester Bjørn Nyland finds the performance-oriented version's range is well under 200 miles at 75 mph.

2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata First Drive Review: They Fixed It

Subtle tweaks have turned the Miata from overly whimsical to one of the world’s great sports cars.

New crowd control measures in place at Brixton Academy five months after fatal crush

The venue's owner, AMG, said changes to its operating policies had been developed by 'leading professionals' to prevent a repeat of the tragedy.

Tesla RECALLS nearly 4,000 Cybertrucks due to potentially fatal flaw

Tesla has recalled more than 3,000 Cybertrucks to fix an accelerator pedal pad that could come loose and get lodged in the interior trim.

SA-bound Mazda CX-80 revealed as flagship SUV with seven seats

The new CX-80 will be Mazda’s new flagship when it arrives in South Africa. But where does it fit in relation to the other large CX models? Let’s take a look:

Ford Mustang 60th Anniversary Gets Very Cool Wheels

A total of 1,965 cars will get the retro-themed package, but only for the GT Premium trim.

Did You Know MotoGP Teams Have 11 Different Brake Rotor Options?

Brembo’s offerings are more numerous than Formula 1’s tire options.

Jeep's Electric SUVs Could Get Gas Engines After All

The Wagoneer S and Recon EVs could be joined by ICE models to bolster sales.

This Powersport Dealership Wants $100,000 For a Lightly Modified Can-Am Maverick R

Yeah, no.

F1 Sprint explained: New rules, format and how it differs from standard F1 races

Need to refresh your knowledge on anything to do with the F1 Sprint? Fear not, we have you covered right here.

Mercedes joins Williams and RB with 'quick and cheap' F1 cockpit airflow upgrades

Mercedes has joined Williams and RB with car tweaks for Formula 1’s Chinese Grand Prix aimed at improving airflow around the cockpit.

Affordable Kia EV3 Will Put Kia Ahead Of Countless Rivals: Exec

And EV3 isn't all. Kia aims for eight electric models on sale in the U.S. by 2029 and establish itself as a leader in affordable EVs.

Six decades of mid-engined sports cars

It's over 60 years since the first mid-engined road car was made, so let's celebrate the highs along with one or two lows…

Porsche lodges appeal over da Costa's Misano Formula E disqualification

The Porsche Formula E team has formally confirmed that it will lodge an appeal against Antonio Felix da Costa's disqualification from the Misano E-Prix.

You Can Now Apply to Purchase Ford's $300,000 Mustang GTD

You can't just walk into a dealer and buy Ford's most capable Mustang. You have to be approved by Ford before anything else can happen.

Tiger Wheel & Tyre’s testing of worn versus new tyres yields sobering results

Tiger Wheel & Tyre has released the results of four key tyre tests conducted by the company at the Gerotek testing facility in Pretoria, in March this year. Using identical VW Polos, one fitted with new and the other with worn 15” tyres, professional drivers put the tyres through their paces. Advanced driving instructor Daniel Barbosa and race driver Paige Lindenberg were shocked by the results.“Too often we see people pushing their tyres to and...

The junkyard gems of Desert Valley Auto Parts, Arizona

Let's take a look at some abandoned classics that are far more than meets the eye

DRIVEN: New BMW X2 is a rebel in two distinct flavours

The BMW X2 is unlikely to be a volume seller but it does add a decent offering in the segment for those who prefer the Bavarian logo.

Will We Soon Be Able To Buy An Electric Akira Bike?

If the Rapid K-1988 becomes a reality, we just might.

Sir Paul McCartney’s Wings tour bus could fetch up to £200,000 at auction

A bus once used by Sir Paul McCartney during the 1972 Wings Over Europe tour is going under the hammer at auction. The eye-catching double-decker bus was used by Sir Paul and Linda McCartney, as well as the rest of Wings, to travel more than 7,500 miles across nine countries and 25 cities during the summer of 1972 – with its psychedelic colour sche...

The Future Of Traction Control: It's Fun Now

Lucid’s 1,234-horsepower Air Sapphire has reinvented traction control, and it’s meant to keep you out of the ditch—while never being noticed.

Maserati reveals GranCabrio Folgore as world’s fastest EV convertible

Maserati is one of many premium car brands racing towards an electric future, and its latest reveal presents something unique in its class.

The 2024 BMW 7 Series Works Best As A Plug-In Hybrid

If you want to buy a big, luxurious sedan that still burns some gasoline sometimes, you can’t go wrong with the excellent BMW 750e.

Johannesburg Roads Agency sheds light on ‘what is causing potholes’

The Johannesburg Road Agency recently shed light on how a popular road in Sandton became riddled with potholes.

Next major Tesla recall hits plagued Cybertruck

Tesla is recalling nearly 4,000 trucks due to a problem that can leave drivers to deal with uncontrolled acceleration. Tesla recalled millions of cars earlier in the year.

Vanwall working on 2025 WEC comeback with heavily-revised Hypercar

Vanwall intends on returning to the World Endurance Championship grid in 2025 with a heavily-revised version of the Vandervell 680 LMH.

How The New Porsche Taycan Became An Efficiency Monster With Crazy, Tiny Tweaks

Engineers explain how they managed to get big increases in range for the new Taycan.

I Was Ready To Hate Hyundai's Fake EV 'Shifting.' Then I Tried It

The Ioniq 5 N's "e-Shift" emulates an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. It sounds silly, but it solves a key problem with driving an EV on track.

The Aptera Solar EV Looks Done And Ready For Production In New Videos

Even though the company has been pretty quiet for the last year, Aptera is still committed to putting its solar EV into production.

Own your journey: The new Kia Seltos

- Bold new look for Kia’s popular family crossover- Redesigned interior brings new levels of sophistication to the Seltos range- New powertrain and transmission options give customers greater choice- Repositioned line-up packs a value punch in the crossover segmentKia South Africa this week introduces the new Seltos to the South African market with an updated exterior design, a significantly upgraded interior, and a pair of upgraded powertrains....

2024 Chinese Grand Prix – Free Practice 1 results (Shanghai)

The full results from FP1 as Lance Stroll pulls off the first Shanghai surprise.

Jeep Pondering Gas-Powered Recon And Wagoneer S As It Seeks 1M Sales This Year

"We need to grab [opportunities] or somebody else will," Jeep CEO Antonio Filosa said in a recent interview.

Tesla, Starlink entry on agenda when Musk heads to India

Tech billionaire Elon Musk is set to visit India as his businesses seek new markets in the world's most populous nation, with electric carmaker Tesla -- suffering a sales downturn in the United States -- reportedly scouting factory locations. The Financial Times reported earlier this month that Tesla would send a team to scout locations in at least three states for a factory.

Hyundai enacts contingency plan after WRC Kenya fuel issue

Hyundai has put a contingency plan in place to ensure the fuel system issue that hampered World Rally Championship leader Thierry Neuville doesn’t reappear in Croatia.

This 700-HP Raptor-Fighting Chevy Silverado Can Be Yours for $210,000

Fox Factory will build 500 of these supercharged trucks with upgraded suspension, perfect for battling it out with your Raptor friends.

The GMC Sierra Denali EV Gets a Big Price Cut Before It Even Goes on Sale

It now starts just under $100,000, and range estimates are up to 440 miles.

Honda MotoGP boss "confused" by "good improvements" not working

Honda MotoGP team boss Alberto Puig says the marque “did good improvements theoretically” to its 2024 bike, but is “confused” by a lack of results.

Ayrton Senna: 30 years since tragedy struck

Nearly 30 years ago on May 1, 1994, Ayrton Senna died after crashing at the San Marino Grand Prix. The death of the Brazilian F1 legend shocked the sport and provoked an outpouring of grief around the world. During an illustrious career, Senna clinched 41 Grand Prix wins and three Drivers' Championships. Three decades on since that fateful day at Imola, he is still considered one of the best F1 racing drivers of all time. To celebrate his extraordinary achievements behind the wheel, click through this gallery and take a commemorative look back at the life and times of Ayrton Senna.

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How MotoGP brakes work: Secrets of stopping a 220mph bike

Away from the NHRA drag strip, MotoGP boasts the fastest two-wheeled racing bikes on the planet with a top speed of 220mph. But how do their riders slow them down?

Friday favourite: Why Herbert prefers a car he had to wrestle above his F1 winners

Although he didn't achieve the success with it that he would later enjoy with more competitive cars in Formula 1, the Lotus 107 Johnny Herbert drove with Cosworth and Mugen power for 32 races between 1992 and 1994 had a trait that he only wishes others could emulate. Here's what makes it his favourite car

Top-selling car brands: Toyota leads as used car sales retreat

The Easter bunny normally does its rounds in April, but with Easter falling in March this year, car sales – both new and used – took a back seat.Source: UnsplashSales of new cars slipped -15.1% year-on-year, while used car sales almost mirrored this with a -12% drop.“The profusion of public holidays in March translated into weaker car sales in a month not normally impacted by Easter holidays. April is traditionally the slow-selling month....

SAA to resume dormant global routes after ‘hogging’ murmurs

SAA has thus far resumed services to São Paulo, Brazil, from Johannesburg and Cape Town and will next Sunday restart services to Perth, Australia.

FIA still chasing answers over bizarre Shanghai F1 grass fires

The FIA is still seeking a definitive answer about what is causing the bizarre grass fires which marred the opening day of the Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix.

‘Completely different’ Chinese GP track surface ‘surprised’ F1 teams and Pirelli

The 'painted' track surface at the Chinese GP came as a shock to F1 teams and tyre manufacturers Pirelli upon arrival in Shanghai.

The 2025 Toyota Camry Starts at $29,495

While pricing for the new Camry is up nearly $2,000 overall, a hybrid drivetrain is now standard.