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Check Out This Tesla Cybertruck Wrapped In Rust

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

The rally test that could provide motorsport’s fossil free fuel “end game” solution

Rallying is set to provide a groundbreaking test of synthetic fuel that could help provide the “end game” solution to motorsport’s quest to vastly improve its sustainability.

The ‘bizarre’ F1 car, the 1977 Tyrrell P34, is auctioned for over $1.1 million

The Tyrrell P34, the only six-wheeled car to enter a Formula 1 race, was sold for over $1.1 million at an auction held in Monaco this weekend.

This Hybrid E-Scooter Bids Farewell To Range Anxiety

Once your battery runs dry, the ICE motor steps in to charge it up.

Alpine reveals hydrogen-combustion sports car with 335bhp

Alpenglow hits the track as Alpine doubles down on hydrogen; new V6 engine is in the works

Woman falsely blamed Tesla autopilot for hit-and-run that left victim brain-damaged

Sakshi Agrawal was behind the wheel of her Tesla when she hit a pedestrian and fled the scene.

Rob and Rylan’s Grand Tour, review: one of the BBC’s odder travelogues turns out to be a tonic

This year marks the 200th anniversary of Lord Byron’s death, and what more appropriate way to mark it than by sending Rob Rinder and Rylan Clark to relive his Grand Tour days in Italy? This must be one of the BBC’s most random commissioning ideas. It works, though. And it ends up being a show that is difficult to categorise. Rob and Rylan’s Grand T...

34 uses of the Buick V6

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

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

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

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.

The most interesting European cars we’ve ever spotted in American junkyards

American junkyards are inevitably full of Detroit's finest - but we've unearthed plenty of European models on our travels too

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.

The First Hybrid Porsche 911 Debuts on May 28

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

Citroën Surprises by Launching a Peculiar Van for a Specific Purpose

The Citroën is selling a rather peculiar van called the Relay Back to Back, a 'two-headed' vehicle, which might even seem like a Photoshop montage, but is real and serves a specific purpose.

Two Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ns Overtake Dozens of Cars at Nürburgring

The hot EVs perform intense back-to-back laps of the Nordschleife.

30 times Citroën got it right

Jeremy Clarkson shares emotional moment with Diddly Squat crew as Gerald reveals cancer update

Jeremy Clarkson shares emotional moment with Diddly Squat crew as Gerald reveals cancer update - Former ‘Top Gear’ presenter raises a toast for co-worker Gerald Cooper for ‘beating the Big C’

WEC Spa: Porsche remains ahead of Ferrari in final practice

Porsche continued to occupy the top spot in final practice for the Spa 6 Hours World Endurance Championship round, as Kevin Estre once again usurped Ferrari to set the pace.

KiwiRail to begin work to resolve issues on Wairarapa line

KiwiRail laid the tracks too close together meaning passenger carriages do not fit.

Another central Whanganui intersection to get roundabout trial

It will be similar to the new road layout at the Guyton and Wicksteed intersection.

Watch This Ferrari 296 GTB Top 218 MPH on the Autobahn

This V-6-powered Ferrari goes way beyond its claimed top speed, and it sounds great getting there.

Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra review: Robotic cleaning perfection with an eye-watering price

The Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra is the pinnacle of tech excellence in a vacuum cleaner - hampered by a massive price tag and occasional identification errors

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.

NZTA tells dealers to repay Clean Car rebates on almost 200 EVs

Waka Kotahi has found almost 200 cases where car dealers pocketed electric vehicle subsidies, then broke the law.

Tesla's $25,000 Car Could Be 'A Slimmed Down Model Y': Report

And it was a conceptual presentation for Tesla's robotaxi concept that almost killed it.

Transport Minister Simeon Brown announces Roads of Regional Significance

Simeon Brown says NZTA will take on all associated decision-making responsibilities.

7 inspiring motorhome makeovers around the world

From DIY RV renovations to commericial van conversions, we've rounded up the best motorhome makeovers before and after pictures.

Top driver's cars from just £1000

We look at previous contenders of Autocar's 'Britain's Best Driver's Car' that are now going for a song

Every Chrysler letter-series car

Volkswagen California camper van goes plug-in hybrid

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

The 2025 Aston Martin Vantage Will Make You Reconsider That Porsche

The 153 extra horsepower doesn't tell the full story. The Vantage is fully rethought.

Revealed: The roads set to be prioritised under Govt plan

The programme will sit alongside Roads of National Significance.

Mercedes-AMG CLE 63 switches four-pot PHEV for 585bhp V8

AMG lines up twin-turbo V8 power for upcoming super-coupé amid slow sales for four-cylinder hybrid C63

Caravan site in Peterborough granted approval

Seven static caravans will be located at the site in Fengate.

Berlin E-Prix: Da Costa seals Porsche home win after beating Cassidy

Antonio Felix da Costa claimed victory at Porsche’s home event in the weekend’s second Berlin E-Prix, as Formula E championship leader Nick Cassidy extended his points lead.

Ferrari Introduces the 499P Modificata: Hypercar with Le Mans Technology for Exclusive Clients

Ferrari has launched a modified version of its Le Mans-winning hypercar, named the 499P Modificata, aimed at clients who want to experience a taste of the racing world.

30 times Ford engines were used by other car makers

Motorsport: Kiwi Courtney Duncan excited by WMX team switch, results still to come

New Zealander is seventh in championship after two of seven WMX rounds.

The best electromod companies future-proofing classic cars

Manthey Racing Handling Kit for the Porsche 718 GT4 RS Costs $54,000

For that, you get coilover suspension, upgraded brakes, and more downforce. But not installation.

Man allegedly steals vehicle with baby inside it

The baby was later left on a grass verge in Waitara unharmed.

Peugeot 5008

MPV turns SUV. Does the new Peugeot 5008 offer the best of both worlds, or neither?

Nissan GT-R Makes the C8 Corvette Look Like an Economy Car in Runway Drag Race

The GT-R’s all-wheel-drive system also helped.

The 40 electric cars with the biggest batteries

Buy This Certifiably Rad Custom Yamaha Phazer Snowmoquad

The best of both worlds or just our redneck dreams? You decide.

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

Good progress on M25 works, National Highways says

Good progress on M25 works, National Highways says - Drivers urged to stick to diversion route during the M25 closure.

Best car phone holders for hands-free access while driving, tried and tested

Best car phone holders for hands-free access while driving, tried and tested - Automobile accessories for smooth journeys

Cars are spoiling Britain’s national parks – it’s time we embraced sustainable transport

What’s worse: a big grey tarmac car park, or vehicles lining every road as far as the eye can see? It’s the question I asked myself as I stood on the hillside of Winnats Head, overlooking the honeypot village of Castleton. It’s a marvellous view, albeit blighted by car-lined roads. A car park might make all the difference, but it would also be a bl...