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Tariffs Aren't Going To Fix This

Are we losing our nerve as China speeds ahead on EVs? Plus, Mercedes faces a union vote and Tesla deals with a literal angry mob.

Why Ford feels Red Bull has ace up its sleeve with F1 2026 engine project

Ford believes that the sole focus that it and engine partner Red Bull have on their 2026 Formula 1 engine project can compensate for a lack of experience.

Lewis Hamilton denies Miami Grand Prix ‘diminished’ as race beds into F1 calendar

Lewis Hamilton believes the arrival of Las Vegas onto the F1 calendar has had no impact on Miami's popularity...

Neuville stunned by almost “impossible” result in WRC Rally Portugal

Thierry Neuville believes he achieved the almost “impossible” by scoring a Rally Portugal podium that helped extend his World Rally Championship lead to 24 points over Elfyn Evans.

20 fun classic beach cars

A serious secret risk lurks in almost every car, scientists warn

Scientists warn there is a serious risk every time you get into a car, but it’s not what you might expect. Cars are part of our everyday life, but experts have long warned that things like filming TikToks behind the wheel are extremely risky and could land you with a hefty fine. But while many are aware of the risk that crashes pose to our health, ...

Eskom, Nersa deny diesel being burned excessively to stop load shedding

Eskom said its diesel budget from May to June was R5.8 billion, and only R1.16bn had been spent as of May 9, 2024, or 19.7% of the total budget

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.

30 times Ford engines were used by other car makers

Nostalgia: did you know these things about Knight Rider?

What Else Should Sea-Doo's 325 Horsepower Engine Go Into?

So many possibilities come to mind.

2024 Tesla Model X: EPA Range And Energy Consumption Comparison

The EPA driving range varies between 300 and 335 miles, while its total energy consumption is 2.7-3.0 miles/kWh.

inDrive sees more locals opt for flexible e-hailing pricing

inDrive sees more locals opt for flexible e-hailing pricing By Sibahle Malinga, ITWeb senior news journalist.Johannesburg, 13 May 2024InDrive has been making ongoing investment in safety capabilities. InDrive has seen significant growth in South Africa, with more local drivers and riders switching to the bargain-your-ride e-hailing platform, it says.The e-hailer claims to be the second most downloaded mobility app in the world, serving more than...

MotoGP set to drop India from 2024 calendar; Kazakhstan to replace it

MotoGP is set to cancel the Indian Grand Prix in 2024 and have its September slot taken by the postponed Kazakhstan Grand Prix instead, Autosport has learned.

BMW unveils AI driven plans for it's Munich plant to go electric only

BMW’s historic Munich factory will exclusively produce electric vehicles from 2027 as the company shifts towards its e-mobility targets. View on euronews

Ola Electric’s Motorcycle Patents Have a Few Company Firsts

We saw cool prototypes from the manufacturer last year, but these designs fill a commuter-shaped hole in its lineup.

Interview: Valentino Rossi relishing four-wheel racing as Le Mans beckons

MotoGP may have seen the back of Valentino Rossi but the seven-time world champion is still hard at work on the track.

Audi is entering F1 to be ‘at the very front’ – CEO

Following 100% acquisition of Sauber, CEO Gernot Dollner insists Audi is entering F1 to be “at the very front” of the grid …

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.

BMW Should Bring The F 900 R and XR Sport Editions To The US

These M-inspired models are exclusive to the French market...for now.

The weird & wonderful delights of the Isle of Man Motor Museum

A proper Aladdin's cave of motoring marvels

Ilott gets Indy 500 start with Arrow McLaren IndyCar team

Arrow McLaren has confirmed Callum Ilott will return to its IndyCar team for the Indianapolis 500 at the end of this month.

Ford Is Reportedly Losing $100,000 Per EV Sold

Ford's electric vehicle division continues to stand as a loss-leader for the American carmaker.

Lietz "had no idea" last-lap WEC Spa move was for LMGT3 victory

Manthey Porsche driver Richard Lietz admitted he did not realise his final-lap winning move in Saturday's disrupted World Endurance Championship race at Spa was for the LMGT3 class lead.

Musk says Tesla charger network will grow, days after layoffs

The fear of insufficient charging infrastructure is one of the reasons why sales of electric vehicles are progressing less rapidly than expected in the US and Tesla’s well-developed network was seen as key to reassuring customers.

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.

18 ’80s automotive icons

Marquez ‘still missing something’ to fight for 2024 MotoGP title

Marc Marquez admits he is still “missing something” with his Gresini Ducati squad right now to fight for the 2024 MotoGP title, despite moving to third in the standings.

Check Out This Tesla Cybertruck Wrapped In Rust

Rust wraps aren't necessarily a new phenomenon, but the Cybertruck wears it surprisingly well.

30 times Citroën got it right

Juncos Hollinger Racing reveals special liveries for the Indy 500

Juncos Hollinger Racing has revealed special liveries for Romain Grosjean and Agustin Canapino ahead of the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500.

This Rare Ferrari Had an iPod Touch from the Factory

The 430 Scuderia Spider 16M's Apple gadget can be removed from the dock.

Quartararo: France “first race this year that I feel competitive” in MotoGP

Yamaha MotoGP rider Fabio Quartararo says he is “happy” with his French Grand Prix despite a late crash “because it’s the first race this year that I feel I’m competitive”.

Ferrari confirm new senior signings following Mercedes snaffle

Ferrari has confirmed the signing of two new senior staff, both of whom have switched from Mercedes...

Plugge, Hessmann, and Visma | Lease a Bike still await verdict, 11 (!) months after positive doping test

Visma | Lease a Bike has yet to receive a decision from the authorities regarding the doping case of Michel Hessmann. The German rider from the Dutch team tested positive for a diuretic on June 14, 2023, and was informed about it in August of the previous year. Since then, both the rider and the team have been left waiting. Team manager Richard Plugge was asked by the Spanish media outlet Relevo about the situation concerning the young German,...

Every Chrysler letter-series car

34 uses of the Buick V6

The First Hybrid Porsche 911 Debuts on May 28

It's 8.7 seconds quicker on the Nurburgring than its predecessor, the Carrera S

Jaguar's New Electric GT Will Start at Over $125,000

A concept previewing the new model debuts in the US later this year.

Tanak not far from “being in the fight” after Portugal WRC victory challenge

Ott Tanak feels he’s not far away from “being in the fight” after admitting a World Rally Championship win in Portugal would have been possible without incurring a puncture.

Hulkenberg: Komatsu "gave everything" to keep me at Haas in F1 2025

Nico Hulkenberg says new Haas principal Ayao Komatsu “fought” and “gave everything” in his bid to keep him at the American Formula 1 team in 2025.

Visma | Lease a Bike hopes Valter's anxiety and nerves after crashes will fade quickly: '"Double trouble for me"

Attila Valter is not feeling too great at the moment. The 25-year-old Hungarian from Visma | Lease a Bike is riding the Giro d'Italia with excellent legs, but he also fell twice in the first week. This has resulted in not just physical damage but mental repercussions as well. IDLProCycling.com caught up with Valter after the ninth stage, won by his teammate Olav Kooij. It was a splendid victory for the team, but Valter is clearly still shaking...

Miami needs bigger DRS to make racing more exciting, says Stella

McLaren Formula 1 team principal Andrea Stella reckons the length of the DRS zone at the Miami Grand Prix was too short, citing the time loss in the low-speed sections.

IMSA Laguna Seca: Porsche beats Cadillac after late-race Tandy pass

Porsche’s Mathieu Jaminet and Nick Tandy won the fourth round of the IMSA SportsCar Championship at Laguna Seca, after a late-race pass in traffic decided the victory.

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.

Small, well-built Chinese EV called the Seagull poses a big threat to the US auto industry

Small, well-built Chinese EV called the Seagull poses a big threat to the US auto industry - A tiny, low-priced electric car called the Seagull has American automakers and politicians trembling

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 to fill up your car as petrol plunges to 99c a litre

Traffic queues are expected to stretch around the Metro Petroleum on Bellevue Rd in Figtree near Wollongong.

Germany: Tesla protests end with arrests and dismantled camp

Police have filed criminal charges and detained protesters near Tesla's Brandenburg gigafactory. Protesters are waiting to see if the the US carmaker will be allowed to expand the site before taking action again.

Could This Suzuki Electric Scooter Patent Show Us The Future?

Produced in cooperation with Panasonic, the adorable last-mile machine keeps ease of battery access top of mind.