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China’s Working On Wild 8-Cylinder Touring Bike Nobody Asked For

For those who think a Honda Gold Wing is just too small.

McLaren tease two mystery driver signings as hot US prospect catches the eye

McLaren may have two hidden driver prospects lurking in some F1 junior categories, but who might they be?

Mazda Confirms Next-Generation CX-5 with Hybrid Engine

A hybrid CX-50 is also planned.

Marquez “angry with myself” after Le Mans MotoGP Q1 exit

Marc Marquez says he is “angry with myself” for qualifying a lowly 13th at the MotoGP French Grand Prix as he was “not convinced” on the Ducati to be fast.

Tsunoda: RB could catch F1's top five teams

Yuki Tsunoda believes RB might be able to catch Formula 1's top five teams if it can keep up the progress it has made so far in 2024.

McLaren won't get carried away given Red Bull's F1 Miami struggles

McLaren won't get too carried away after its Miami Formula 1 win as it will need another upgrade package to challenge Red Bull consistently, says team boss Andrea Stella.

IndyCar Indy GP: Herta fastest from Canapino, as engine issues spark concerns

Andretti Global’s Colton Herta led a frantic opening session for this weekend’s Indy Grand Prix, which endured multiple red flags and three cars suffered engine woes.

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...

This Time Lapse Restoration Of A Honda CB1300 Is Super Satisfying

This CB1300 has been given a ground-up refresh.

20 facts you might not know about 'Beetlejuice'

It'll be hard to write about Beetlejuice without saying "Beetlejuice," but it’s worth the risk. Here are 20 facts you might not know about Beetlejuice. Whoops, that’s three times. We’re in trouble now.

Sauber: Bottas F1 race engineer switch down to Audi "anticipating" changes

Sauber's decision to change Valtteri Bottas' race engineer for Formula 1's Miami round was part of Audi's plan to "anticipate" changes for its 2026 entry, according to Alessandro Alunni Bravi.

Tesla Model 3 After 6 Years And 144,000 Miles: Owner Breaks Down All The Costs

The car was bought brand new in 2018 for $54,000. Since then, the owner saved roughly $20,000 in fuel expenses.

This Alpina B3 Touring Is the Most Compelling BMW on Sale Right Now

Looking spectacular in Alpina's signature blue with gold pinstriping, this BMW E36-based wagon is the stuff dreams are made of.

Peugeot's V-10 Might Be the Best-Sounding V-10

Aside from Formula 1's wild V-10 era, it doesn't get better than this.

What the teams made of WRC’s vision to improve promotion

The World Rally Championship’s long-term vision to raise the profile of the category has garnered a positive response from teams.

Calado admits "I screwed up" after missing WEC Spa Hyperpole with Ferrari

Ferrari driver James Calado has admitted that he “screwed up” in qualifying as he failed to make it through into the Hyperpole session at the Spa World Endurance Championship round.

30 times Citroën got it right

Mercedes workers in Alabama to vote whether to join US union

The US auto workers union's drive to organize auto plants in the southern United States faces a second test this week at Mercedes-Benz in Alabama following a triumph last month.

McLaren: Piastri "more conscious of his strengths" after Miami F1 race

McLaren team boss Andrea Stella thinks Lando Norris's maiden Formula 1 win in Miami will also be a boost to Oscar Piastri after the Australian's race was derailed by contact.

Sargeant not distracted by Antonelli rumours after F1 future talks with Vowles

Logan Sargeant has insisted he is not distracted by the rumours linking his current Williams Formula 1 race seat with Mercedes junior Andrea Kimi Antonelli.

Hyundai Will Put Some In-Car Features Behind a Paywall

Et tu, Hyundai?

Engine woes strike Honda IndyCar entries of Armstrong, Rahal

The opening practice of this weekend’s Indy Grand Prix featured an oddity as two new Honda engines encountered issues that derailed the session for Marcus Armstrong and Graham Rahal.

Everything you need to know about the new Porsche Taycan

No, Today's Cars Don’t Have Too Many Gears

Eight-, 9-, and 10-speed transmissions are the norm for good reason.

2024 Tesla Model S: EPA Range And Energy Consumption Comparison

The entry-level version offers 402 miles of EPA range. The top version with 21-inch wheels is much quicker but has 20% less range.

Teen pleads guilty after throwing landscaping rocks through windshield and killing 20-year-old driver

Teen pleads guilty after throwing landscaping rocks through windshield and killing 20-year-old driver - Alexa Bartell, 20, was killed after three teens threw rocks at cars in April 2023

Where Rivian Stumbled, The R1T RMAXX Filled The Gear Tunnel Void

Who needs an official Rivian R1T Tunnel Shuttle or Camp Kitchen anyways?

The GT3 drivers we want to see at Le Mans next

OPINION: The arrival of the LMGT3 class into the World Endurance Championship has resulted in an influx of eligible new manufacturers and given opportunities to numerous drivers to make their debuts at the Le Mans 24 Hours. But several big names from the world of GT3 racing are still waiting for their shot. We pick out the drivers we'd like to see on the grid in future

Ferrari warned as details of Red Bull ‘copy’ revealed with highly-anticipated SF-24 ‘2.0’

Ferrari will put a heavily revised SF-24 on the track at Imola...

F1 Exhibition Vienna review: Get up close and personal with the history of F1

In the F1-mad country of Vienna, a museum to the greats that have come before and the ones racing now can be found at the F1 Exhibition.

Lucid Air Sapphire Versus Dodge Demon 170: Again, It's Not Even Close

One of these cars was built specifically built for the drag strip. The other has all-wheel drive and tons of power.

Lamborghini Huracan Successor Arrives in August with Bespoke V-8

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

Over 18,000 Riders Rolled Out For The Ducati 'We Ride As One' Tour

It's only the third year ever that Ducati groups worldwide have participated in this event, but the numbers keep growing.

This Custom Chopper Was Never Meant To Go Off-Roading

But the Cboys did it anyway and, as usual, made it look unbelievable—until everything went wrong.

Potent new BMW M4 CS unleashed and it’s coming to SA in small numbers, at a price

If the limited-run BMW M4 CSL was all about max performance and minimum weight, the new CS is something of a ‘full fat’ contender.

Ogier: Surpassing Markku Alen’s WRC Portugal record “means a lot”

Eclipsing World Rally Championship great Markku Alen as the most successful driver in Rally Portugal history is a moment Sebastien Ogier says he will cherish.

Bagnaia reckons French GP result preview of 2024 MotoGP title fight

Ducati’s Francesco Bagnaia believes the French Grand Prix podium finishers will be the main protagonists in the 2024 MotoGP title fight as they are “the most complete riders” currently.

Berlin E-Prix: Mortara takes first Formula E pole in two years

Mahindra’s Edoardo Mortara claimed his first Formula E pole for two years after beating Stoffel Vandoorne to the top spot ahead of the Berlin E-Prix.

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The New Bentley Hybrid V-8 Engine Outpunches the W-12

The electrified setup will have more than 740 hp and 738 lb-ft.

WRC Portugal: Ogier back in front after Tanak suffers puncture

Sebastien Ogier snatched the World Rally Championship Rally Portugal lead away from Hyundai’s Ott Tanak at the end of a dramatic Saturday morning, that included a roll for Kalle Rovanpera.

Audi’s special edition frenzy continues with new Q3 Urban models, now in SA

The Q3 Urban Edition joins Audi’s long list of special editions introduced in 2024. Here’s what you get for your money:

Ferrari Driver Academy: What has happened to every former Scuderia prospect?

Ferrari Driver Academy is well regarded in F1 circles, but what's happened for many of their past signings?

Haas suing Steiner over alleged “Surviving to Drive” infringements

Haas Automation, the parent company sponsor of its Formula 1 outfit, is now suing former team boss Guenther Steiner for alleged trademark infringements in his “Surviving to Drive” autobiography.

F1 race engineers: Who do we hear speaking to all 20 F1 drivers on team radio?

You may be familiar with their voices but do you know who is speaking to each F1 driver during a race?

George Russell shares update on Mercedes W15 upgrades with ‘quick’ action needed

Whenever Mercedes bring along their latest upgrades, George Russell has downplayed their expected impact...

MotoGP French GP: Full Moto2 and Moto3 race results

Sergio Garcia led an MT Helmets – MSI 1-2 in a dramatic Moto2 race as David Alonso won the Moto3 contest at the MotoGP French Grand Prix.

Wehrlein: Formula E Berlin contact with Dennis "should not happen"

Pascal Wehrlein believes contact “should not happen” between cars using Porsche’s Formula E powertrain after several incidents between himself and Andretti’s Jake Dennis during the second Berlin E-Prix.

Jota WEC Spa victory "proof" of 963 programme, says Porsche

Victory for the privateer Porsche Jota squad in Saturday’s Spa 6 Hours World Endurance Championship round has been hailed as “proof of the 963 programme” by the German manufacturer.

Martin would understand if Ducati picked ‘marketing beast’ Marquez for MotoGP 2025

Pramac rider Jorge Martin says he would understand Ducati’s decision if he is passed over for a factory ride in favour of Marc Marquez, who he described as a ‘marketing beast’.