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Driving abroad: These 34 countries accept SA licences

These 34 countries recognise an SA driver's licence, allowing you to drive abroad when travelling or relocating.

Cooldown room footage picks up ‘savage’ Max Verstappen response to Logan Sargeant crash

Be warned, Max: the cameras are always watching...

KTM Is Finally Bringing Back a Street Superbike With the 990 RC R

This is not a drill, people!

Toyota To Invest Record Profits Into Electric Vehicles And AI

Plus, Tesla wanted to unveil its robotaxi in China last month, and Daimler says the U.S. needs to invest in EV infrastructure for trucks.

Ford introduces new Territory model into SA's thriving SUV market

Last week Ford South Africa introduced its Territory small SUV in the tightly contest local segment.This follows the launch of its new Ranger Platinum and Tremor models, and is part of a list of cars Ford said will launch in 2024.DesignThe new Territory features Ford’s ‘Progressive Energy in Strength’ design philosophy.The elements in the body and rear of the vehicle emphasize 3D floating graphics and represent youthfulness and energy. LED...

Suzuki dethrones Volkswagen as South Africa's second best selling car company in April

Suzuki’s shift to second place overall is not necessarily something for South Africans to celebrate.

Classic convertibles: iconic drop-top vehicles

The allure of open-top driving has thrilled motorists since the 1930s, when vehicles originally built for motorsport were redesigned for use on public roads. Soon, owning a convertible was every car driver's dream and automotive manufacturers responded in kind, unveiling throughout the 1950s and '60s some truly iconic drop-top automobiles. Many of these have stood the test of time, with later year models being described as "driving machines for the ages." Click through and raise the roof with this gallery of iconic drop-top vehicles.

WRC Sardinia schedule sheds light on part-time driver programmes

Rally Sardinia has released its entry list revealing further details of 2024 programmes for part-time World Rally Championship drivers Sebastien Ogier and Dani Sordo.

How ‘season-defining’ Mercedes W15 upgrades could even impact F1 2025 performance

The Mercedes W15 has not had the best start to life in terms of results, but upgrades are in the pipeline to try and help.

Is the Chevrolet Corvette the coolest ride in history?

The Chevrolet Corvette is widely recognized as one of the most iconic vehicles ever produced. It was first introduced in the United States in 1953 and has since undergone seven design generations, now in its eighth. Each model has built upon the car's innovative engineering and aesthetic characteristics, solidifying its status as an American favorite. Fancy buckling up and taking a spin through its manufacturing history? Let's go on a ride past the key milestones in the story of the Chevy Corvette, click on the gallery to learn more!

What are the most dangerous countries to be a driver in?

UK-based Global Positioning Specialists (GPS) and their "Most Dangerous Countries to be a Driver" world study investigated road quality, the number of road deaths, and motor vehicle crime statistics in 60 of the most car-dependent countries around the world in a quest to find where being a motorist can mean navigating a treacherous route along hazardous roads. So, is the country you drive in among those mentioned? Click through and steer carefully through this list of the top 20 dangerous countries to be a driver.

Miami GP grabs biggest live F1 US TV audience

The Miami Grand Prix delivered Formula 1 its biggest live United States television audience, according to figures released on Tuesday.

Bob Lutz Explains How GM Decided Which Brands to Kill in 2008

The feds wanted Buick and GMC to die, among others.

GM is reportedly poaching workers who have been sacked by Tesla

GM is reportedly poaching workers who have been sacked by Tesla - The company is looking to snatch up interns who had their job offers rescinded for this summer

Revealed: The 18 ex-F1 drivers confirmed for iconic Le Mans 24 Hour race

You could make a pretty handy F1 grid out of the former drivers who will be in the Le Mans field in June.

Lewis Hamilton leaves Kendall Jenner screaming and swearing at Miami GP

Mercedes star Lewis Hamilton left Kendall Jenner screaming at the Miami F1 GP at the weekend. Jenner was invited for a Hot Lap with the seven-time Formula One world champion in a Mercedes sports car. Hot Laps are held at Formula One events - they're when a professional driver takes invited guests for a lap of a track in a sports car. This one took ...

Polaris Recalls 600 Snowmobiles Due To Fuel Leak

High heat and leaky fuel make for a disastrous combo.

Ferrari prepares for F1 Imola upgrades with Fiorano filming days

The Ferrari Formula 1 team is heading to its Fiorano track on Thursday and Friday to shake down its new aero package for Imola's Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.

Republican Bill To End EV Tax Credits Gets Almost No Support From Carmaking States

A new Senate bill would end the federal EV tax credit. Not signing on: states that actually manufacture cars.

33 superheroes of the ’80s

World's first hydrogen superyacht linked to Bill Gates for $600M

The new eco-friendly 'mothership' yacht must chill its hydrogen fuel at an extraordinary -423.4 degrees Fahrenheit in order to store the gas as a liquid, the boatmakers said

Rossi reveals continued WEC and GT World Challenge plans for 2025

Bike racing legend Valentino Rossi expects to continue with his twin programmes in the World Endurance Championship and the GT World Challenge Europe Cup in 2025.

BMW’s earnings driven down: But where are sales holding up?

BMW's most recent first-quarter report highlights a decline in profits; however, electric car sales continue to show strength. Euronews investigates which European regions are experiencing significant growth. View on euronews

Howzat! The updated Kia Picanto and Seltos hit the road

Kia South Africa launches two updated models as the motoring industry shows its first signs of growth after eight consecutive months of decline.

Ford Might Be Planning Deployable Door Screens for Its Next Off-Roader

A patent application shows power-operated screens that also have pyrotechnic charges to deploy in the event of a crash.

Boy Scouts to change name to Scouting America in major rebrand

Boy Scouts will change name to Scouting America in major rebrand after years of woes.

BMW says EU probe into China EV subsidies against free trade

The chief executive of German luxury carmaker BMW on Wednesday warned the European Union's investigation into Chinese electric car subsidies runs counter to free trade. Oliver Zipse -- CEO of BMW, which has major investments in China, the world's biggest car market -- said that the Munich-based group "always strives for free trade".

Bourdais: Resurfaced Laguna Seca “to be at least a couple of seconds faster”

Cadillac Racing’s Sebastien Bourdais believes the new track surface at Laguna Seca will provide a significant increase in speeds for this weekend’s round of the IMSA SportsCar Championship.

Mardenborough to make international racing return at Spa 24 Hours

Former Nissan LMP1 driver Jann Mardenborough will make a return to international racing after a three-season absence at the Spa 24 Hours next month.

75 years of TVR

Uncovered: The mighty McLaren MCL38 upgrades threatening to dethrone Red Bull’s RB20

The result for the upgraded McLaren MCL38 could not have been better...

Toyota posts record yearly net income, revenue

Toyota said Wednesday that it enjoyed a record net profit of 4.94 trillion yen ($31.9 billion) in the year to March on revenues of 45.1 trillion yen, which was also an all-time high. Toyota's previous record annual net profit was 2.85 trillion yen in 2021-22.

The 15 electric cars with the longest range

30 times Citroën got it right

2024 Elections | eNCA election bus steering conversations in Eshowe

ESHOWE - The eNCA election bus is in eShowe, KZN where residents are grappling with electricity outages, bad roads and water shortages. Other pressing issues include litter, illegal trading and malfunctioning street lights. eNCA senior reporter Siphamandla Goge is delving into challenges in the area.

Taking your customer experience to new heights

Taking your customer experience to new heightsBy Tshidi Machaba, Group Head of Sales at inq.Issued by inq.Johannesburg, 08 May 2024Visit our press officeTshidi Machaba, Group Head of Sales at inq. A good customer experience (CX) has a delicate balance between relevance and respect, data precision and human empathy. Thanks to advancements in cloud technologies and artificial intelligence, additional opportunities are created to use CX and drive...

Hyundai Will Put Some In-Car Features Behind a Paywall

Et tu, Hyundai?

Rivian Plans To Make Up To 155,000 R2 SUVs Annually In Illinois

That's about triple Rivian's sales last year.

Best of Xfinity driver Natalie Decker in images

Best of Xfinity driver Natalie Decker in images

REV’IT!'s New Store In Colorado Will Let You Actually Try Gear On

It’s the first of many new brick-and-mortar stores in the pipeline.

Why Aston Martin abandoned low-drag Miami F1 rear wing update

Aston Martin has explained that the sensitive nature of tyres at last weekend’s Miami Grand Prix prompted it to elect against running its all-new Formula 1 rear wing design.

23 two-stroke classics

Russell (7) pushes SA rivals hard

Motorsport The youngster from Windhoek intends to learn fast from the mistakes that cost him a better finish. Andrew Poolman The talented seven-year-old go-kart driver Russell Josephat from Windhoek continued his development as a solid competitor at the South Africa national championship series’ Leg 2 event held at Zwartkops race track in Pretoria on Friday and Saturday. Based on earlier results, Russell qualified fifth in his category (Bambino,...

Christian Horner’s verdict on McLaren with key admission made following Miami defeat

With McLaren having heavily upgraded in Miami, Christian Horner was asked how much of a threat they are now to Red Bull.

Bolt SA riders can now add profile pics

Bolt SA riders can now add profile pics By Sibahle Malinga, ITWeb senior news journalist.Johannesburg, 08 May 2024Enabling drivers to accurately identify riders is a crucial step towards enhancing safety, says Bolt. E-hailing firm Bolt has introduced rider profile photos in South Africa − a new feature that allows riders to take a photo of themselves and add it to their Bolt profile.According to a statement, the new in-app feature is part of...

Lamborghini Huracan Successor Arrives in August with Bespoke V-8

The plug-in hybrid setup is "so much better" than a regular V-8.

18 ’80s automotive icons

Meet The J2R Dynamics Smol Motorcycle, Which Is Just A Lil Electric Guy

Smol enough for new riders; big enough for your commute?

F1 champions remember Sir Stirling Moss at London's Westminster Abbey

Former Formula 1 world champions Damon Hill, Nigel Mansell and Jackie Stewart were among those from motorsport who joined a service of thanksgiving to remember the life of Stirling Moss in London on Wednesday.

21 giant-killing classic cars