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Overnight travel pod drives passengers while they sleep

Designer Peter Stulz of illustration studio Xoio has unveiled an innovative concept called the Swift Pod, a self-driving vehicle that allows passengers to rest up during their travels. The Swift Pod is named after a well-known bird and its ability to fly while asleep. It offers space for two passengers in a hotel-like pod. It allows them to sit upr...


Electric car pioneers: meet the people behind the EV revolution


Bird: Imminent Formula E victories “not expected again” ahead of Tokyo E-Prix

Sam Bird believes that imminent Formula E victories are “not expected again” ahead of the inaugural Tokyo E-Prix this weekend, following his success in Brazil.


The best cars for your next road trip

No matter rain or shine, it’s always road trip season! There's no better feeling than heading out on a long and relaxing journey. But to do so, you need a suitable car, with comfortable seats and lots of entertainment features. Need some pointers? Well, pack your bags and get your playlist ready, because here are the best cars for your next road trip!


Neuville reveals “MacGyver” style WRC Safari Rally car repair

Thierry Neuville described a roadside Safari Rally repair on his World Rally Championship Hyundai following a puncture as something not too dissimilar from television programme “MacGyver”.


EPA sets strict emissions standards for heavy-duty trucks and buses in bid to fight climate change

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Environmental Protection Agency on Friday set strict emissions standards for heavy-duty trucks, buses and other large vehicles, an action that officials said will help clean up some of the nation's largest sources of planet-warming greenhouse gases. The new rules, which take effect for model years 2027 through 2032, will avoid up to 1 billion tons of greenhouse gas emissions over the next three decades and provide $13...


Friday favourite: The LMP1 beast that became an extension of Davidson

Success at Le Mans with the Peugeot 908 may have eluded Anthony Davidson, but his immediate comfort with the turbodiesel LMP1 machine makes it his favourite of the many racing cars he sampled in a decorated world championship-winning career


Green truckin': US finalizes new heavy-vehicle pollution standards

Following last week's crackdown on car emissions, President Joe Biden's administration on Friday unveiled finalized pollution standards for trucks, placing vehicle tailpipes at the forefront of his climate crisis agenda.


37 futuristic classic cars


NASCAR Classics: Races to watch before Richmond

Throughout the 2024 NASCAR season, Ken Martin, director of historical content for the sanctioning body, will offer his suggestions on which historical races fans should watch from the NASCAR Classics library in preparation for each upcoming race weekend. Martin has worked for NASCAR exclusively since 2008 but has been involved with the sport since 1982, […]


75 years of the Rover P4


RUMOUR: Formula 1 to buy MotoGP for $4 billion

The sheer number of reports of Formula 1 to buy MotoGP suggests it's becoming ever-more concrete by the day. Here’s what we know …


26 exciting Italian concept cars


Charles Leclerc highlights ‘exciting opportunity’ as Ferrari warning sent to Lewis Hamilton

Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton will become Ferrari team-mates in 2025.


RB must give Ricciardo an F1 car "he's more comfortable with"

RB Formula 1 team principal Laurent Mekies says the Faenza outfit must give Daniel Ricciardo a car "he's more comfortable with" following a difficult Australian Grand Prix.


10 cars that are better than you think


Genesis Is Interested In Racing, But Doesn't Have Any Plans Yet

Luc Donckerwolke, Chief Creative Officer for Genesis, tells Motor1 that racing regulations need to stabilize before the brand can jump in.


Childcare plan ‘already a car crash’, warns nanny agency once backed by Sunak’s wife

Rishi Sunak’s extension of free childcare is “already a car crash”, the founder of the nanny agency once backed by the Prime Minister’s wife has warned. The government is extending free childcare for children over the age of two from next week, but childcare experts are warning that the infrastructure and staffing is still not in place to make it w...


Deer running in road causes four-vehicle crash

Bedfordshire Police says the incident took place on Wednesday at about 20:20 GMT.


Car crashes as driver ignores M48 bridge closure

The M48 Severn Bridge was closed because of high winds, but the driver ignored the closure signs.


DS Penske ready for a new challenge

This weekend, Formula E travels to Japan for the first time, on a circuit designed on the outskirts of Tokyo.


"This contemporary Les Paul may look basic, but it more than delivers on playability and sound": Gibson Les Paul Modern Lite review

A proper stripped-back LP with none of the Gibson charm taken away


Long delays on M5 after multi-vehicle crash

National Highways said there was seven miles of congestion after the crash on Friday.


Yoon attends opening of section of GTX-A commuter rail line

Yoon-rail line SEOUL, March 29 (Yonhap) -- President Yoon Suk Yeol attended the opening of a section of the Great Train Express (GTX)-A commuter rail line in southern Seoul on Friday, part of a fulfillment of a campaign pledge to reduce the commute between the capital city and the surrounding area to the 30-minute range. Yoon attended the ceremony ...


US probes Stellantis 2022 RAM truck models over K1 snap ring transmission failures

(Reuters) -The U.S. Office of Defect Investigations (ODI) has opened a preliminary evaluation of a failure of the K1 snap ring in Chrysler-parent Stellantis' year 2022 RAM 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said on Friday. The ODI has received 82 complaints alleging loss of motive power due to an internal transmission failure of the K1 snap


20 of the world’s fastest family cars


BYD Expects To Increase Plug-In Car Sales By Over 20% In 2024

The company intends to double overseas sales to 500,000 units and will launch its fifth-generation PHEV powertrain.


Aprilia needs "better bike" to be stronger in 2025 MotoGP rider market

Aprilia believes it needs a “better bike” in order to command a stronger position in the MotoGP rider market for 2025.


F1 2026 engine regs to include 355km/h KERS-style ‘override’ boost system

Formula 1 is to revisit the driver-operated KERS boost era by allowing for a high-speed ‘override mode’ function to its energy deployment power unit map from 2026.


From optional to essential: the best guitar accessories of 2024

GEAR EXPO 2024: From wooden stands to headphone amps, we round up the must-have additions to your guitar setup


High fuel prices not for the faint-hearted

JOHANNESBURG - There's even more pain at the pumps than we expected. But there's some respite for diesel engine drivers. The price changes will come into effect on Wednesday. READ: PETROL PRICES HIKED BY MORE THAN EXPECTED The prices are due to a slate levy of about 22 cents that's been added. It's used to finance the cumulative under-recovery of t...


Aston Martin makes offer to poach Newey from F1 rival Red Bull

The Aston Martin Formula 1 team has approached Red Bull star designer Adrian Newey with a fresh contract offer, Motorsport.com has learned.


The VinFast VF8 Is ‘Behind The Times,' MKBHD Says In Video Review

Surprisingly, though, the tech YouTuber said he would pick the VF8 instead of the Fisker Ocean.


Toto Wolff confirms change of approach as Mercedes boss over ‘break us’ fear

Toto Wolff has explained he's had to change the way he communicates with his staff, due to fears of escalating internal pressures...


Get Your Swag On With These Yamaha MT 10th Anniversary Goodies

It’s hard to believe that Yamaha’s Master of Torque is now 10 years old.


Warning over Easter ‘carmageddon’ traffic chaos – which day will see the worst traffic?

Warning over Easter ‘carmageddon’ traffic chaos – which day will see the worst traffic? - Drivers can expect lengthy queues as millions take to the roads over the long weekend


Bad cars we still love


50 years of the Volkswagen Golf: tracing the icon’s history

As Volkswagen's evergreen hatch turns 50, we take a look at the staid but storied life of Wolfsburg's best-seller


Chris Buescher tries to break through for Ford at Richmond in 300th Cup start

The Fords are searching for their first win of the season six races into the 2024 Cup Series campaign, and there is a big opportunity on Sunday (7 p.m. ET, FOX, MRN, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio) as the manufacturer looks to defend a Richmond Raceway victory with Chris Buescher. Last year’s 400-lapper was a breakout moment […]


Porsche Explains Why Its Next Hypercar Needs All-Wheel Drive

If approved for production, the flagship model will eschew the concept's rear-wheel-drive setup.


29 cars General Motors never made


Proceed With Caution Toward Deus Ex Machina’s Auction

If you aren't prepared to buy, prepare to bite your knuckles in desperation. Included are my top three picks.


10 times car makers collaborated with luxury brands


Siyabonga Tshabalala targets podium finish at 2024 national motorcycle racing series

South African Superbike racer Siyabonga Tshabalala is aiming for a podium finish at the upcoming national motorcycle racing series in Gqeberha.


Motorists stuck in ‘pretty horrendous’ 20-mile long Good Friday motorway queues

Motorists stuck in ‘pretty horrendous’ 20-mile long Good Friday motorway queues - Around 2.6 million car journeys were expected to be made on the day.


Easter road safety | Western Cape launches Operation Exodus

CAPE TOWN - There will be zero-tolerance on Western Cape roads this Easter. Authorities have launched its Easter Exodus Plan. It will see higher police visibility on the roads as drivers are urged to adhere to the rules of the road. Traffic officers are paying particular attention to long-distance transport but will also keep an eye on local routes...


Biden announces toughest emission rules on trucks, buses and RVs

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the strict set of guidelines for heavy vehicles - such as cement mixers, garbage trucks, R.V.s ambulances and school buses.


Memorable moments at Richmond Raceway

From sweeps to firsts to drama between teammates, Richmond Raceway has played host to many memorable moments since the 1950s.


E-tolls | Lesufi sets R4bn aside for road maintenance

JOHANNESBURG - In two weeks when you drive under an e-toll gantry in Gauteng, you will no longer be charged. National government has announced they will be switched off. But the money for road maintenance must still come from somewhere. The Gauteng Premier says R4-billion has been set aside. "In the current budget fortunately we had foresight, we s...