Cars

Volkswagen ID.CODE concept ushers in sleek new design language

Looking unlike any Volkswagen we’ve seen before, the ID.CODE previews the brand’s new design language as well as an upcoming large SUV.

Toyota weighs up third Hypercar for WEC

Toyota is evaluating an expansion of its World Endurance Championship assault with a third GR010 HYBRID Le Mans Hypercar.

The most obscure cars ever made by General Motors

The most obscure cars ever made by General Motors

You Can Lease An EV For As Low As $56 A Month In Washington State

The program is aimed at middle- and lower-income families and individuals. But they make a Toyota bZ4X as cheap as $56 a month to lease.

Friday favourite: How a sportscar friendship prevailed over F1 rivalry

Formula 1 isn’t usually a category that can be associated with selflessness. But Manfred Winkelhock’s gesture in qualifying for the 1984 South African Grand Prix to a driver from a rival team he’d frequently collaborated with in sportscars underlines why Marc Surer picks him as his favourite team-mate

Eskom spent R64.7bn in five years on diesel to keep the lights on, says Gordhan

Pressure is mounting on Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa to give the amount spent on diesel since load shedding was suspended.

New Land Rover Defender Octa Will Be a V-8-Powered Flagship Model

The British marque revealed the new top trim will have a trick suspension and a twin-turbo V-8, making it the most powerful Defender ever—it will arrive on July 3, 2024.

Here's An Exceedingly Nerdy Explanation of GM's Ultium Battery System

We spoke with Jerry Beemer, the head of GM’s EV Propulsion team.

End of the road? Philippine jeepneys face uncertain future

The first jeepneys rolled onto the streets of the Philippines just after World War II -- noisy, smoke-belching vehicles initially made from leftover US Jeeps that became a national symbol. - 'Spirit of the jeepney' - Teodoro Caparino, who has been driving a jeepney for 35 years, hopes the government will decide to fix existing jeepneys rather than replace them with "Chinese-made vehicles".

Binder “had my bike back” in Jerez MotoGP practice breakthrough

KTM’s Brad Binder says he “had my bike back” after making a breakthrough with set-up on Friday at the MotoGP Spanish Grand Prix.

Mini Countryman too big now? Take a look at the new SA-bound Aceman compact SUV

With the Aceman, Mini is moving closer to its roots with a new compact SUV slotting beneath the Countryman.

MotoGP Spanish Grand Prix: Start time, how to watch and more

The fourth round of the 2024 MotoGP season will get underway this weekend at Jerez, Spain. Here is everything you need to know including the full schedule and how to watch.

The Alfa Romeo Giulia Is Still Charming Without the V-6

The Ferrari-powered Giulia Quadrifoglio is phenomenal. But the Giulia with the base engine is pretty darn good, too.

Marquez says Ducati MotoGP bike adaptation “is finished”

Marc Marquez says that his adaptation to the Ducati MotoGP bike has now “finished” and he can now “work on the small details”.

This 2018 Tesla Model S Drove 413,000 Miles With Its Original Battery

It’s now on its second battery pack, and the odometer has gone up to 439,000 miles, and it’s still being used daily.

The New Mazda6 Is a Rear-Wheel-Drive Electric Sedan

The EZ-6 will also be sold as a plug-in hybrid.

Queen Elizabeth II’s Daimler V8 for sale

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Lamborghini Urus gets spicier look, more power as it morphs into a hybrid

The new Lamborghini Urus SE ushers in a sharper exterior design, as well as a plug-in hybrid powertrain.

Someone Bought a $20M McLaren F1 and Drove It 14 Miles. Now They're Flipping It

This McLaren F1 sold at Pebble Beach in 2021 for over $20 million. In the three years since, the new owner has driven just 13 miles.

Why Robert can't buy an EV because of where he lives

An apartment dweller desperately wants to buy an electric vehicle but faces an apparently insurmountable obstacle common to many in his living situation.

MotoGP to have new logo next year under brand revamp

The MotoGP world championship will have a new logo at the end of 2024 as part of ongoing plans to revamp the series' brand identity, Autosport can confirm.

Harley-Davidson Should Give Up On Electric Motorcycles

LiveWire was a cool experiment hampered by high costs and lackluster vision.

A for Atom bomb: 2024 Mercedes-AMG A45 S review

On the venomous roads above Simon’s Town Naval Base, we come to terms with the 2024 Mercedes-AMG A45 S. A state-of-the-art hot hatch.

Gang of monkeys raid pickup truck for oranges in macaque-infested town

Gang of monkeys raid pickup truck for oranges in macaque-infested town -

MotoGP Spanish GP: Alex Marquez leads Gresini 1-2 in FP1

Alex Marquez led a Gresini 1-2 in opening practice for the MotoGP Spanish Grand Prix, though he was the only rider to run fresh soft tyres for a time attack.

Tesla Autopilot Linked To 13 Deaths, Hundreds Of Crashes In New Investigation

Moreover, U.S. federal regulators are probing whether a December Tesla recall actually fixed the safety issues with Autopilot and FSD.

Hertz To Sell Off Even More EVs As Depreciation Losses Mount

But the rental giant's losses can be your gain if you're shopping electric and want to save a buck.

F1 2026 driver line-up: Lewis Hamilton and six other drivers already confirmed for 2026

The wheels are already in motion in the F1 2026 driver market...

This Wild EV-Enduro Was Built By Some of the Biggest Names in the Game

It’s based on the Fantic XEF, and swaps out the gas engine for an electric motor.

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Big Investments From Toyota, Honda Prove EVs Are Far From 'Done'

We also discuss the brutal “elimination round” in China’s EV market and former Tesla executive Drew Baglino selling over a million Tesla shares.

Volvo Crashed Its Biggest SUV into Its Smallest in the Name of Safety

The mighty EX90 T-boned the tiny EX30, on purpose.

Tesla's futuristic-looking 'Cybertruck' spotted on Australian streets

Tesla's futuristic stainless steel Cybertruck has been spotted on Australian streets but locals eager to purchase the sharply angled electric vehicle shouldn't hold their breath.

Daimler Truck braces for possible strike in 3 southern US states

Around 7,200 workers with Daimler Truck in three southern US states were poised Friday for a potential strike as labor contract talks headed down to the wire. Representatives for the United Auto Workers and Daimler Truck have been in talks over a new contract to replace the one that expires at midnight Friday night for workers who build long-haul trucks and buses.

The 2024 Cadillac Lyriq Is Worth the Hassle

The Lyriq’s electric drivetrain is a double-edged sword, but it ultimately comes out ahead.

Revealed: The reported favourite to take Nico Hulkenberg’s seat at Haas

Haas now have to find a replacement for Nico Hulkenberg in 2025, but there's a name already at the top of the list...

The Lotus Evija X Holds a Specific Fastest Car Record at the Nürburgring

The 6:24 lap is the fastest of any car with a chassis of a production model.

Chery Tiggo 9 PHEV debuts in Beijing as powerful new hybrid flagship

Chery’s new flagship SUV is a plug-in hybrid that promises to marry luxury with economy.

The 2025 Ram 1500 RHO Starts at $71,990

That's over $26,000 cheaper than the 2024 Ram 1500 TRX.

Red Bull plays down sensational Newey to Ferrari reports

Both Maranello and Red Bull Racing have downplayed widespread Newey to Ferrari reports. But is there more to it?

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The Gen3 Evo upgrades that are a “gamechanger” for Formula E drivers

“We want to create headlines,” was a phrase proudly uttered by Formula E’s CEO Jeff Dodds more than once during the launch of the all-electric championship’s new Gen3 Evo machine in Monaco.

Skoda Vision GT revealed as wild all-electric racer

Car racing techniques that'll make you a better driver

Driving is an essential part of many people's lives. It is one the best ways to move around without having to rely on public transport, and indeed the only option to do so in some parts of the world. You can get a driver's license, but you won't really learn how to drive until you've actually done it for some time. You will learn how to react in certain circumstances and drive in a number of different weather and road conditions. After some time, you can become a quite proficient driver. But how do you take it a step further? How do you improve and learn new driving skills? Well, not in a regular driving school, that's for sure. One way to delve into advanced driving techniques is to look at what pro racing drivers do. After all, you can always learn from the best at any given activity. There are a number of techniques and tips that can help you become an even better driver. With these under your (seat)belt you will be able to drive safer and more efficiently than ever. From defensive driving techniques, to full-on racing tips, put the pedal to the metal and cruise through this gallery. You'll be a better driver at the end of it, or at least you'll have the tools to become one.

Hyundai Ioniq 5: Five reasons why we love it…and five why we loathe it

Jaguar commits to Formula E until 2030

Jaguar has become the second manufacturer to commit to Formula E’s Gen4 regulations, taking its involvement with the championship through until the 2030 season.

Honda Will Spend $11B To Build EVs, Battery Packs In Canada

Honda has been building cars in Canada since the 1980s, but now it wants to go electric and have a complete local supply chain.

A2RL May Be Autonomous, but Humans Are at Its Heart

Ahead of the first A2RL fully autonomous race, we take a closer look at the cars, and the people behind them.

New Adrian Newey claim made after receiving big-money Aston Martin offer

Following Aston Martin's reported offer to Adrian Newey in March, one F1 analyst believes he has made a decision over a potential move to Silverstone.