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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.

Everything you need to know about the new electric Porsche Macan

Alonso: Stroll more sensitive to Aston F1 car handling issues I drive around

Fernando Alonso reckons he’s less sensitive to Aston Martin’s car handling “problems” compared to team-mate Lance Stroll, as he can “drive around” them and feels this benefits the Formula 1 team.

KTM Rolls Out Updated Motocross Machines For 2025

The KTM 150 SX makes a comeback for the 2025 model-year.

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.

Magazine: The potential shocks to come in F1's 2025 driver market

The dramatic nature of the current Formula 1 driver market and what shocks could still be in store for 2025 are the focus of this week’s Autosport magazine, out today (18 April).

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.

Facelifted Kia Seltos lands in SA with realigned range, here’s how much it costs

More than just a fresh new look inside and out, this facelift also ushers in a range realignment and new engines.

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...

E-bikes combatting youth unemployment in South Africa

Green Riders is combatting youth unemployment and making deliveries more sustainable by making a change in the youth of South Africa.

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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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.

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?

Further spike in driver Shanghai concerns after shock painted track reveal

The Shanghai International Circuit has been painted ahead of the first Chinese GP in five years.

‘Not anytime soon’ – Lando Norris’ blunt response to McLaren’s ‘bullish’ prediction’

Andrea Stella believes "numbers" and "facts" speak to a 2024 McLaren Grand Prix win.

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.

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.

Volkswagen confirms production of new SUV in SA with R4 billion investment

VWSA has officially confirmed a new compact SUV for local production from 2027. Here’s what we know so far:

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Alpine gets F1 spare car for first time in 2024 as lighter chassis appears in China

Alpine will have a spare car as its disposal for the first time this season, as its upgraded and lighter A524 appeared at Formula 1's Chinese Grand Prix.

35 discontinued Renaults

Laduma Ngxokolo of Maxhosa Africa partners with luxury car brand

Ngxokolo has been announced as ‘Friends of the brand’ by Mercedes Benz South Africa.

Kia Global EV Retail Sales Hit A New Record In March 2024

The company's retail all-electric car sales exceeded 19,000.

Tesla Website Leaks New Model 3 Performance Details

The source code for Tesla UK's site mentions a combined output of over 500 horsepower.

Aston Martin boss admits ‘whole project around Lance Stroll’ amid exit speculation

"Aston Martin is Lance’s home. We know that and the whole project has always been around him."

Driver who donated car to Ukraine threatened with court over ULEZ fine

Charles Cooper, 65, drove his Volvo SUV more than 1,400 miles to donate his car to a Ukrainian charity in August 2023 only to find that just two months later it had been fined for being driven in a Ulez area.

Norris: McLaren can win races in F1 2024 if it gets everything right

Lando Norris believes McLaren can win races in Formula 1 2024, albeit only with significant car improvement upgrades and “right place, right time” fortune against Red Bull and Ferrari.

Talking 15 Years Of The One Motorcycle Show With Thor Drake

Making the magic happen, one bike and one rider at a time.

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.

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.

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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

Williams may as well “go home” if spares situation changes its F1 approach, says Albon

Alex Albon says Williams may as well “go home” if it allows concerns over spare parts to start influencing how it goes racing in Formula 1.

PAXI prices 2024: How much does it cost? Updated pricelist and guide

PEP has a courier company called PAXI that provides efficient courier services at affordable rates. What will be PAXI's prices in 2024? Read on to find out!

F1’s backmarkers fast-track upgrades as FIA reveal full Shanghai array

The FIA have revealed the list of new parts the teams have brought to the Chinese Grand Prix.

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....

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2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet Starts at $65,500

Open-air motoring in the new CLE is a $7,850 premium over the hard top.

STRATEGIC INSIGHTS: Eskom versus Ferrari

Unlike Ferrari, Eskom enjoys huge public empathy and financial backing and support. Despite all these, Eskom fails to rise to the challenge of performing at its peak.

Aston Martin ‘not convinced’ Alonso would definitely want to stay in F1

Aston Martin has admitted to having some reservations ahead of contract talks with Fernando Alonso that the Spaniard could elect to call time on his Formula 1 career.

23 wild Ford Mustangs

May fuel price outlook brings bad news for petrol, but some relief on diesel front

Tensions in the Middle East and a weaker rand are adding up to potential bad news on the fuel price front.

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.

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.

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