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New McLaren juniors’ troubles continue with Imola qualifying disqualification

Two new McLaren juniors joined their programme this week, but it hasn't been the easiest start for either of them.

How Chevrolet thinks it can beat Tesla in the new EV market

Chevrolet is ready to take on Tesla with a new electric lineup.

F1 Imola GP qualifying - Start time, how to watch & more

Charles Leclerc topped the Friday practice times for Ferrari ahead of the Formula 1 Imola Grand Prix. Here’s how and when to watch qualifying.

Here’s What My Garmin Watch Recorded While Snowmobiling

I’m exhausted just looking at the data points.

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.

Supercar classics and retro rally stars up for auction

The Iconic Auctioneers Supercar Fest sale includes an amazing array of sports and classic cars. Here are our highlights.

Motor racing-Antonelli showing 'metronomic' pace, says Mercedes' Allison

By Alan Baldwin IMOLA, Italy (Reuters) - Italy's Kimi Antonelli has shown 'metronomic pace' in testing with Mercedes, the team's technical director James Allison said on Friday after Lewis Hamilton endorsed the 17-year-old to replace him next year. Hamilton is moving to Ferrari and Mercedes' protege Antonelli is a candidate to take the seven-times world champion's place alongside George Russell

Reminder: Join Us For An Electric Cars And Coffee In Boston This Sunday!

Join me and Tom Moloughney at the Natick Mall Cars and Coffee on Sunday, May 19, before chatting EV stuff at Lucid's Boston Seaport store.

2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV Is The EPA Range King For Ultium Cars

The RS RWD version uses an estimated 2.7 miles/kWh and the EPA range is 324 miles.

19-year-old Nolan Siegel catches air, Team Penske flies in final practice before Indy 500 qualifying

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Chevrolet-powered cars from Team Penske and Arrow McLaren were flying in Indianapolis 500 practice on Friday. Nolan Siegel was flying, too. The 19-year-old rookie brought Fast Friday to a halt at Indianapolis Motor Speedway when he spun coming out of Turn 2, hit the outside wall and then caught air and sailed down the backstretch. The harrowing crash left Dale Coyne Racing frantically trying to put together a backup car...

Controversial car designs that aged beautifully

When car makers go about creating a new model they don't always get it right, but initial impressions don't count for everything...

The 16 Most Iconic Toys From the 90s and Where to Buy Them Now

Which ones are you getting (again)?

Watch This Ford Model T Fire to Life After Sitting for 74 Years

A few flames can't stop this 101-year-old Ford from getting back on the road.

Who’s in the driving seat as Lory Meagher, Christy Ring and Nickey Rackard group phases draw to a close?

In all likelihood The Lilywhites will meet 2023 beaten finalists Derry in the Christy Ring final, with a Derry-London final nigh-on impossible due to score difference. Derry hold head-to-head advantage over London.

Mercedes release W15 aero chief Gioacchino Vino after six-year stay

The news follows two senior figures departing for Ferrari this week...

Our 20 favourite fast Fords

From the Sierra RS Cosworth to the Fiesta ST, everybody loves a fast Ford. We pick our 20 all-time favourites.

RAY MASSEY: Gear up to buy a second-hand car

Nearly two million pre-loved cars were sold in the first three months of this year.

Celebrity cars that sold for a fortune

It's safe to say that most cars lose value as time goes by, but there are a few exceptions to this, namely some classic and rare cars. Another factor that may influence a car's price is its ownership and history. After all, owning an iconic car like a Batmobile or a vehicle that has been raced by the likes of Steve McQueen, is pretty special. Discover the celebrity cars that were sold for fortunes, as well as a few cars that were sold at surprisingly low prices. Click on to get to know them!

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.

Nurburgring Endurance Series cancels 2024 season, remains committed to 2025

The new-for-2024 Nurburgring Endurance Series (NES) has called off the remainder of the season and is now shifting focus to 2025.

Pint-Sized VinFast VF3 EV Lands Record Orders Despite Measly 130-Mile Range

That’s on the NEDC procedure, which is one of the most lenient of all testing methods.

Electric Toyota Hilux Pickup Production To Start In 2025

The fully electric Hilux Revo will enter production in Thailand by the end of next year.

Bangladesh To Begin Enforcing 'No Helmet, No Fuel' Policy Nationwide

Nearly 30 percent of all the road deaths in the country in 2023 were riders.

What we learned in Friday practice for the 2024 F1 Imola Grand Prix

Formula 1’s return to Europe meant the customary heavy raft of upgrades on show up and down the pitlane during Friday practice. But these, plus some tricky track characteristics, point towards Red Bull being on the backfoot and a fight between Ferrari and McLaren for which team can grab the spotlight at this year’s Imola Grand Prix

From F1 to NASCAR, what drives motorsport?

The history of motorsport dates back to the late 19th century, to the fledgling days of road racing at Le Mans. By the early 20th century, the first championship races were being run, on two wheels and four. Rallying also evolved. By the late 1940s and early '50s, Formula One and NASCAR events had been established. But as these competitions developed, so too did an inherent risk to life and limb, both on and off the track. Ironically, it took a catalog of tragic accidents to improve the safety features employed today in motorsport. Click through and take a look at the competitions that drive motorsports, and some of the unfortunate events in its history.

Motor racing-Leclerc on top at Imola, difficult day for Verstappen

By Alan Baldwin IMOLA, Italy (Reuters) -Charles Leclerc was fastest in his upgraded Ferrari in practice for the Italian team's home Emilia Romagna Grand Prix on Friday as Red Bull's Formula One leader Max Verstappen endured a difficult day. Leclerc, whose home Monaco race follows next week, led both sunny sessions at Imola's Enzo and Dino Ferrari circuit and ended with a best time of one minute

Binman ducks for cover after gas canister explodes on back of lorry

How to buy a used electric car

32 classic cars that became commercial vehicles

Indy 500: Herta sets quickest lap at 234.974mph, Newgarden tops four-lap average

Colton Herta unleashed the quickest single-lap run, while Josef Newgarden put together a stout four-lap effort on Fast Friday ahead of qualifying for the Indianapolis 500.

Indy 500 Fast Friday practice halted by heavy Siegel crash

Nolan Siegel put a pause on Fast Friday practice at the Indianapolis 500 after a crash that also saw him briefly get airborne.

It Worked For Jordan, So Why Not Bridgestone? An S23 Tire Review

Grippy, effortless, and joyful street performance.

Ducati launches a motorcycle in honor of Ayrton Senna for 25,000 euros

To honor the legendary Formula 1 driver Ayrton Senna, Ducati is launching a special model called Senna once again. This time, it’s a limited edition of the Ducati Monster Senna, offered at 25,000 euros each.

The unofficial spokesman for the American muscle car, Tim Kuniskis, is retiring

The unofficial spokesman for the American muscle car, Tim Kuniskis, is retiring - Tim Kuniskis, CEO of the Ram and Dodge brands and the unofficial voice of American muscle cars, is retiring from Stellantis after nearly 32 years

Porsche Macan EV Production Has Officially Started In Leipzig

The manufacturer invested $650 to expand the plant and get it ready for electric Macan production.

Ready for F1? Exciting feedback on Andrea Kimi Antonelli’s Mercedes test emerges

The boy wonder is believed to be Mercedes' first choice to replace Lewis Hamilton.

Mercedes explain reason behind recent staff turnover as ‘big’ teams make moves

James Allison has weighed in the recent staff turnover at Mercedes...

Honda Modified a Peterbilt to Run on Hydrogen Fuel Cells

It uses three fuel cell systems generating a total output of 240 kilowatts and can go 400 miles with a full load.

Young drivers can't afford to insure their cars: Number of 17-20 year olds convicted for not having cover more than doubles in two years

Official figures show that 6,316 drivers aged 17 to 20 were convicted of driving without insurance in 2023. That is up 117% on the 2,902 instances recorded in 2021.

Harley-Davidson Just Patented a Fake Brakes For Electric Motorcycles

As well as a simulated clutch.

Renault Rafale hybrid SUV spawns a 300hp Alpine version

Fresh styling and bespoke suspension tuning mark out Alpine-badged versions of the Renault Rafale E-Tech plug-in hybrid.

Ford begs suppliers to help stem EV losses: 'We will all win or lose together'

Ford is soliciting manufacturing money-saving ideas for its electric vehicles in a new memo sent this week.

New 782hp Continental GT is the most powerful Bentley ever

The 2024 Bentley Continental GT uses plug-in hybrid tech to offer an electric-only range of 50 miles. Here is what we know so far.

Drivers warned they could be risking their safety by not adjusting their car seat

A motoring expert has warned that drivers could be risking their safety by not adjusting their car seat correctly - and has shared some top tips to help you find the perfect position

FIA reveal extensive list of big Red Bull and Ferrari upgrades at Imola

Ferrari are not alone in introduce a '2.0' spec car at Imola...

LA police car chase ends with bloodied and screaming suspect in handcuffs

LA police car chase ends with bloodied and screaming suspect in handcuffs - Female driver entered 405 freeway in wrong direction

Van driver fined nearly £50,000 after council sent letters to wrong address

Dale D'Agostino had no idea his vehicle was violating Bradford's low-emissions zone- until it was too late.

Ford Boss Won’t Rule Out Mustang Sedan

But CEO Jim Farley says an electric Mustang pony car is never going to happen.

This Corvette Has Been Driven 844 Miles Since New. Now You Can Own It

This 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has been driven less than 1000 miles since it left the factory floor 22 years ago. Now it can be yours.

US: Mercedes-Benz plants in Alabama remain union-free

Workers at two Mercedes-Benz plants in the US state of Alabama voted against joining the United Auto Workers.