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Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga is full of high-octane thrills and spills

Mad Max fans will be revving their engines ahead of the latest chapter's release in cinemas next week.

BMW unveils XM model covered in purple velvet in partnership with Naomi Campbell

BMW, in collaboration with Naomi Campbell, has launched an exclusive version of the XM model, featuring a purple velvet covering, the supermodel's favorite color.

Alonso hit with F1 Imola GP pitlane start after Aston Martin changes

Fernando Alonso will start Formula 1's Emilia Romagna Grand Prix from Imola's pitlane after Aston Martin made changes to his car.

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Rolls-Royce Cullinan revamp brings fresh look and new options

Revised styling, new infotainment and a raft of extra options for Goodwood's V12 SUV

Ducati’s Ayrton Senna-Inspired Monster Is a Work of Art

On the eve of the race where one of the F1 greats lost his life 30 years ago, Ducati gave us something to commemorate his legacy.

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.

Why McLaren won't gamble with F1 Imola GP strategy in Verstappen fight

McLaren insists it has no desire to “roll the dice” with strategy in Formula 1’s Emilia Romagna Grand Prix in its bid to try to topple Max Verstappen.

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.

Why owners are scared to drive their electric cars

Electric vehicles are used 20 percent less than gas-run cars as a new survey reveals what's holding many drivers back from buying the futuristic automobiles.

My favorite part of Mad Max: Fury Road is the circus

All hail the Rock Riders

The ‘small duvet’ problem that Mercedes thinks it can put to bed

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff’s caution this week that it will be several races before his Formula 1 team’s upgrades bear fruit can be viewed in one of two ways.

New Tesla Model 3 Performance Gets Another $1,000 Price Hike

It still qualifies for the $7,500 federal tax credit, but barely.

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Supercar meet for man with muscular dystrophy

Lamborghinis, Ferraris and Aston Martins are driven to a town for car enthusiast Shivam Nathwani.

Ferrari under-estimated rivals pace at Imola - Leclerc

Charles Leclerc suggested that Ferrari may have under-estimated the hidden potential of rivals McLaren and Red Bull after slipping from pace-setters to fourth and fifth in Saturday's qualifying for Sunday's Emilia Romagna Grand Prix. The Monegasque driver, who was fastest in both practice sessions on Friday, qualified fourth behind pole-sitter Max Verstappen of Red Bull and the two McLarens of Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris.

Volkswagen California camper van goes plug-in hybrid

Seventh-generation California also gets car underpinnings, interior improvements and new technology

Thousands expected at pro-Gaza rally on Washington’s National Mall

Thousands expected at pro-Gaza rally on Washington’s National Mall - Rally in the nation’s capital in support of Palestinian rights and an immediate end to Israeli military operations in Gaza

Toyota Announces Mass Production of Electric Hilux for 2025 in Thailand

Toyota has decided to enter the electric vehicle market and announced the production of the Hilux Revo BEV, set to begin by late 2025 in Thailand, a country where pickup trucks represent over 50% of sales.

Leclerc on top for Ferrari in opening practice

Charles Leclerc topped the times for Ferrari in Friday’s opening free practice at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, finishing a busy session one-tenth of a second clear of nearest rival George Russell of Mercedes. Russell, buoyed by hopes of a forthcoming Mercedes revival, set the early pace ahead of Hamilton with Vertappen third before Tsunoda took top spot for RB. The times tumbled rapidly as the drivers, back at Imola for the first time in two...

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Xiaomi SU7 Reviewed: Yes, China's Apple Car Is That Good

Other automakers: this is what you're up against. Start taking notes.

Inside UK village abandoned a century ago with overgrown ruins and its own steam engine

Recent images capture the haunting beauty of an abandoned village in northwest Wales, where ruins and a weathered steam engine stand frozen in time, offering a glimpse into its vibrant past

Lando Norris fires bold Max Verstappen warning as McLaren hunt another win at Imola

McLaren pushed Max Verstappen all the way but Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris were less than one tenth of a second shy of stopping the Red Bull racer from a seventh Grand Prix pole of 2024

‘CyberTrailer’: Company Launches Luxury Trailer to Accompany Electric Pickup Trucks

Living Vehicle, a company specializing in trailers, has unveiled the CyberTrailer, a trailer designed to accompany electric pickup trucks like the Tesla Cybertruck.

Motor racing-McLaren can hope to win at Imola, says Piastri

IMOLA, Italy (Reuters) - McLaren can hope to win Sunday's Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, Australian Oscar Piastri said on Saturday after qualifying on the front row alongside Red Bull's triple world champion Max Verstappen. Pole-sitter Verstappen has so far won four of the six races but Piastri's team mate Lando Norris, who will line up third, won the previous race in Miami and McLaren were one-two

Motorsport: Kiwi Jaxon Evans coming to terms with Supercars switch after Porsche successes

The 27-year-old has traded endurance racing for Supercars this year.

“Major changes” unlikely to MotoGP’s feeder classes under 2027 rules overhaul

Dorna Sports says “major changes” to the Moto2 and Moto3 categories are unlikely when MotoGP undergoes its rules revolution in 2027.

Supercars Perth: Waters wins as penalty costs Mostert the double

Cam Waters took victory in the 10th race of the 2024 Supercars season at Wanneroo after a pitlane slip cost Chaz Mostert the win and the chance for a double.

Super Formula Autopolis: Makino finally claims maiden series victory

Tadasuke Makino finally ended his Super Formula victory drought with a dominant drive in the second round of the season at Autopolis.

Google's 'Gemini' AI Tells Motorcyclists Not to Wear Safety Gear

Even AI is susceptible to being a squid.

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When does the new Thorpe Park ride Hyperia open?

When does the new Thorpe Park ride Hyperia open? - The rollercoaster, which is almost ready for the public, is the UK’s tallest and thrill-seekers will exceed 80mph on it

Valtteri Bottas explains Imola paddock meeting with F1 team boss as move likely

Valtteri Bottas is likely to lose his Sauber seat with Audi looking at other options to partner new signing Nico Hulkenberg from next year, but the Finn seems to have options

Sainz: Ferrari F1 upgrade expectations "completely out of reality"

Carlos Sainz says his Ferrari Formula 1 team's upgrade package for Imola "worked exactly as we expected", calming down the "out of reality" expectations in Italy.

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Serious crash closes part of SH5 in Bay of Plenty

A section of State Highway 5 near Tapapa in the Bay of Plenty is closed after a crash.

MotoGP Sets A New Attendance Record At Le Mans

Nearly 300,000 fans from across the globe flocked to Le Mans during the 2024 French Grand Prix.

Listen to Robert ‘Pops’ Popwell rip it up on The Crusaders’ Sweet ’N’ Sour

Popwell played a red 1962 Fender Precision, with an added Telecaster pickup near the bridge

Leclerc shines at Imola as Verstappen rues 'bad day'

Charles Leclerc shone in the sunshine while Max Verstappen slithered and grumbled as the Ferrari driver dominated Friday practice for this weekend's Emilia Romagna Grand Prix. Leclerc made the most of a heavily-revised package while championship leader and three-time world champion Verstappen struggled for his usual Red Bull performance at the Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari.

Mir unsure "how long my body can take this" amid Honda MotoGP struggles

Joan Mir says he is unsure how long his “body can take” the toll of Honda’s struggles in MotoGP after another frustrating outing at the French Grand Prix.

F2 Imola: Colapinto wins sprint with last-lap overtake amid stewards' investigation

Franco Colapinto became Formula 2's sixth winner of the 2024 season in a sprint race bookended by drama at Imola.

Greatest supercars that never made it to production

Supercars may be few and far between on normal roads, but you'd be even harder pressed to spot these

Forget Chinese EVs. Biden’s Tariffs Will Hit The Cheapest Tesla Model 3.

A higher tariff on EV battery imports will make Tesla’s cheapest car, the Model 3 RWD, more expensive to produce. Other EVs may be affected too.

Tauranga traffic: Tidal lane among proposals for 15th Ave to Welcome Bay route

Council commissioners will decide on Monday whether to go ahead with improvements.

BMW plant workers in Alabama reject unionization and deal blow to UAW’s expansion hopes

BMW plant workers in Alabama reject unionization and deal blow to UAW’s expansion hopes - The official count was announced on Friday afternoon

Plans to roll out 'dental vans' to tackle shortage could be shelved

The vehicles, which are kitted out to provide mobile care to rural communities, were announced this year as part of a government effort to allow more people to get attention.

Winston Peters tipped to decide greyhound racing industry's future within weeks

Briefing papers say Cabinet "must" decide if the greyhound racing industry has the social licence to continue.

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