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30 little-known Italian car makers

Kirkwood: “More durable” tires hindering passing on street circuits in 2024

Kyle Kirkwood has said that the latest tire by Firestone, made specifically for the heavier hybrid unit, has led to a lack of passing early into the 2024 season.

First drive: The Mercedes CLE Cabriolet has arrived just in time for summer – but is it better than its rivals?

The old C-Class and CLK Cabriolets were a byword for comfort, hi-tech and luxury open-top cruising – can the new topless CLE keep up that reputation?

New crowd control measures in place at Brixton Academy five months after fatal crush

The venue's owner, AMG, said changes to its operating policies had been developed by 'leading professionals' to prevent a repeat of the tragedy.

Volvo's EX30 compact crossover lacks dashboard behind steering wheel

I had to divert my gaze from the road to the screen centre of the car to check the speed limit or keep an eye on the sat-nav map.

Most U.S. EVs Are Expected To Be In Suburban Areas In 2030

A recent study indicates that 60% of EVs will be in suburban areas, compared to just 20% in urban areas.

Tesla Model 3 Lease Price Goes Down To $299 Per Month

Previously, Tesla’s most affordable model could be had for $329/month.

The Aptera Solar EV Looks Done And Ready For Production In New Videos

Even though the company has been pretty quiet for the last year, Aptera is still committed to putting its solar EV into production.

Affordable Kia EV3 Will Put Kia Ahead Of Countless Rivals: Exec

And EV3 isn't all. Kia aims for eight electric models on sale in the U.S. by 2029 and establish itself as a leader in affordable EVs.

Car owners say they have been 'ripped off twice' by 'greedy' lawyers

Leading class action law firm Pogust Goodhead were accused of 'daylight robbery' after announcing claimants would be charged fees of 50 per cent rather than the 35 per cent.

55 fab Ford Transit publicity photos

We look back at 58 years of the Ford Transit history with the finest and funniest press photos of Britain’s favourite van.

Citroën presents its new compact SUV, the C3 Aircross

The Citroen has unveiled the new C3 Aircross, a compact SUV offering ample interior space and practicality.

The 2024 Lucid Air Pure is Modernist Design Perfected

The Lucid Air is delightfully straightforward, and the rear-wheel-drive Pure trim is its most-compelling form.

Stock Lucid Air Sapphire Beats Tesla Model S Plaid’s Drag Time, Sets New Record

Say hello to the fastest, stock four-door sedan in the world. At least when quarter-mile times are concerned.

Plug-In Car Sales In Germany Down 22% In March 2024

All-electric car sales decreased even more, by 29% year-over-year.

25 cars with an engine from a different manufacturer

Grind Hard Plumbing Co.'s Monster Chopper Finally Drives and Rips

It lives!

Hero, 38, drags elderly couple out of burning car before it exploded

Recovery driver Chris Jarvis, 38, helped bring an elderly couple to safety in Powick, near Worcester, after seeing smoke pouring out of their Renault Kangoo on Thursday morning.

Moment cocaine-fuelled driver crashes his Mini into a hedge

A terrifying pursuit of a dangerous driver high on cocaine who reached speeds of 80mph in a 30mph zone before losing control of his car has been revealed after he was jailed following his arrest by Sussex Police.

12 Tricked-Out Lawn Mowers You Need to See

Whether you want your machine to go faster or have more style, these tips for tricking out your lawn mower will make your mowing much more enjoyable.

21 famously faulty classic cars

The 20 Best-Selling Cars of 2024 (So Far)

Chevrolet, Ford, and Ram are still at the top of the chart.

‘No Incentives For You,’ Mexico Tells Chinese Carmakers After U.S. Pressure

A major win for U.S. automakers as Mexico halts all future meetings with Chinese carmakers and stops incentives for local factories.

Ford will open a ‘Mustang Experience Center’ to celebrate its 60th anniversary, with space for test-driving the car on the track, according to the website

The Ford plans to inaugurate the Mustang Experience Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, next year. This facility will blend Mustang culture with space for events and track instruction.

The Cheapest 300 HP You Can Buy From the Factory Is This Sea-Doo

If you haven’t daydreamed about how much HP you can get for your buck, you might have stumbled upon this site by accident, or I envy your bank balance.

Powersport Dealership Wants $100,000 For a Lightly Modified Can-Am Maverick R

Yeah, no.

MotoGP schedule: When is the next MotoGP race and where will it be held?

The fourth round of the 2024 MotoGP season is set to take place at the Circuito de Jerez as part of the 21-race calendar.

38 times small classics rocked

WEC Imola: Ferrari remains on top in FP2 as Fuoco beats Porsche

Ferrari continued to set the pace in Friday’s second practice for Imola’s World Endurance Championship round, as Antonio Fuoco led the times in the factory #50 499P Le Mans Hypercar.

The 2024 BMW 7 Series Works Best As A Plug-In Hybrid

If you want to buy a big, luxurious sedan that still burns some gasoline sometimes, you can’t go wrong with the excellent BMW 750e.

Long Beach IMSA: Cadillac pips BMW in twice red-flagged practice

Cadillac’s Pipo Derani set the pace in opening practice for the third round of the IMSA SportsCar Championship on the streets of Long Beach.

The Future Of Traction Control: It's Fun Now

Lucid’s 1,234-horsepower Air Sapphire has reinvented traction control, and it’s meant to keep you out of the ditch—while never being noticed.

Tesla RECALLS nearly 4,000 Cybertrucks due to potentially fatal flaw

Tesla has recalled more than 3,000 Cybertrucks to fix an accelerator pedal pad that could come loose and get lodged in the interior trim.

Dad who told family to 'stick him in dumper truck' at funeral has request come true

Dave Newton, 81, started joking that he wanted to have his coffin carried by the vehicle when he started pre-planning his funeral around 12-years-ago. When he suddenly died on March 20 this year, his family decided it was 'only fitting' for his coffin to be carried to and from the service in the dumper truck.

Honda MotoGP boss "confused" by "good improvements" not working

Honda MotoGP team boss Alberto Puig says the marque “did good improvements theoretically” to its 2024 bike, but is “confused” by a lack of results.

Friday favourite: Why Herbert prefers a car he had to wrestle above his F1 winners

Although he didn't achieve the success with it that he would later enjoy with more competitive cars in Formula 1, the Lotus 107 Johnny Herbert drove with Cosworth and Mugen power for 32 races between 1992 and 1994 had a trait that he only wishes others could emulate. Here's what makes it his favourite car

WEC Imola: Ye fastest to lead Ferrari 1-2 in practice

Ferrari factory driver Yifei Ye topped the times in the opening practice session for this weekend's Imola round of the World Endurance Championship.

20 of the world’s fastest family cars

14 Awesome Hitch Racks That Make Bike-Hauling Easier

These are our best-tested hitch-mounted bicycle racks for carrying road, gravel, mountain, and e-bikes to your riding destinations.

9 Car-Themed Coffee-Table Books Worth Making Room For

Pick up one of these massive automotive-themed tomes and learn a thing or two.

IndyCar Long Beach: O’Ward leads Power in opening practice

Arrow McLaren’s Pato O’Ward was quickest in opening practice for this weekend’s IndyCar Series round at the Grand Prix of Long Beach.

Piaggio Celebrates 140th Birthday With Ultra-Limited Vespa 140th of Piaggio

It’s possibly the most exclusive model from Vespa to date.

These Cheap E-Bikes Are Taking Over The Streets

An e-bike will help you pedal farther, and these picks will do the same for your dollars.

Tesla Delivered More Cybertrucks in Four Months Than Hummer EVs Sold Last Year

A recall for a faulty accelerator pedal reveals how many trucks Tesla has built since November.

This 700-HP Raptor-Fighting Chevy Silverado Can Be Yours for $210,000

Fox Factory will build 500 of these supercharged trucks with upgraded suspension, perfect for battling it out with your Raptor friends.

Will We Soon Be Able To Buy An Electric Akira Bike?

If the Rapid K-1988 becomes a reality, we just might.

Tesla recalls all cybertrucks amid warning they could ‘unintentionally accelerate’

Tesla recalls all cybertrucks amid warning they could ‘unintentionally accelerate’ - Pedal can become ‘trapped’, raising risk of crash, regulators say

UK seaside town to scrap Spanish style plaza months after it was built

Kent County Council is due to scrap a pedestrian zone of the seafront at Herne Bay following feisty opposition from local motorists who love to drive their cars in that specific bit of town

New Time Attack competition for 1990s F1 cars launched by AGS successor

Formula 1 cars from the 1990s will return to action this weekend in a new against-the-clock competition run by the successor of the AGS team.

Photo File Name Suggests the Mustang Under This Sheet Is an RTR

The photo was originally named RTR Fun 03b, but Ford changed it.