Motoring

An Updated Kawasaki W175 Is Expected For The Indian Market In 2024

The retro-inspired, beginner-friendly roadster is expected to sport new colors and get new alloy wheels with tubeless tires.

15 cool classics with vinyl roofs

Man killed in quad bike crash near Timaru

A quad bike left the road and the male rider died at the scene, police said.

Albuquerque hopes to race at Le Mans next year before possible 2025 Acura effort

Filipe Albuquerque is hoping he will be able to continue his streak at the Le Mans 24 Hours in LMP2 next year ahead of a potential bid for outright victory with Acura in 2025.

Bo M review: the new e-scooter designed to replace your car

Mercedes V8 Engine Teardown Reveals Deep Scores In Cylinder Walls

This is apparently a common issue with these engines.

Drivers Spent Nearly Twice The Time At Free DC Chargers Than At Paid Ones

Are free DC fast chargers really working out as intended? Yes and no.

The Jeep Renegade Is Reportedly Dead In The US

Sales for the small SUV have declined every year since 2016.

China: Tesla Increased EV Retail Sales, But Exports Were Down 55% In November 2023

The new data reveals that the Tesla Model 3 Highland wholesale volume didn't increase.

The Tesla Cybertruck Has Strong Sales Potential, But Only If US Buyers Step Up

Tesla has done very well globally. But Cybertruck is aimed at the US market where electric trucks aren't popular.

Secrets of the cars that did a million miles - on one engine

We celebrate some cars that defied all the odds to make it to a million - and sometimes a lot more

A drive through the evolution of the F1 car

The first Formula One Grand Prix took place in Italy in 1946. Since then, F1 has evolved into one of the most popular, glamorous, and lucrative sporting events in the world. Indeed, Formula One is the highest class of international motor racing. But while the earliest cars were aesthetically pleasing, they were crude in their technology. Crashes were frequent. Fortunately, as F1 evolved, so too did the machines. Today, an F1 sports car is one of the most powerful and sophisticated vehicles on the planet. How exactly did these four-wheel wonders develop over the near 80 years since the first F1 was raced? Start your engines, get in gear, and click on for a drive through the history of the F1 car.

Miller ‘happy to prove doubters wrong’ after first KTM MotoGP season

Jack Miller says he is happy to prove wrong those who said “I’d be out of a job” after his first MotoGP season with KTM, following his switch from Ducati.

Volkswagen Wants Renault To Help Develop Cheap EV

A spokesperson for Renault confirms the two are discussing a potential tie-up.

5 Bikes Earl Is Looking Forward To In 2024

2024 is shaping up to be another great year to buy a bike. Good news for you, bad news for my bank account!

This ADV Instructor Breaks Down Six Helmet Myths You Might Have Believed

Are you guilty of believing a few myths on Bret Tkacs’ list?

SkyCity to pay Macquarie company $204m over Auckland car parks

SkyCity argued it should only pay $188m while MPF Parking’s arguments had been for $240m.

This Hyundai Wheel Has A Built-In Snow Chain That Pops Out

How much would it cost though?

The best cars from the 1990s - which is your favourite?

With the 80s having been well and truly plundered for affordable classics, the 90s is next up. Here’s your ultimate guide to the cars to buy now – before their prices soar out of reach

Tesla Cybertruck Officially Approved For $7,500 EV Tax Credit

But only if you buy one for less than $80,000.

The electric cars that will be future classics

Martin “didn’t enjoy” pressure of being a MotoGP title fighter

MotoGP championship runner-up Jorge Martin says he “didn’t enjoy” the pressure of being a title challenger in 2023 and “struggled”, especially between Thailand and Qatar.

Why size really does matter when it comes to club racing grids

OPINION: There have been plenty of impressive grid numbers in national racing this season, but MG Car Club calling time on its circuit racing is a reminder of how important these figures are

Toyota Thinks Hydrogen Can Save Sports Cars With Combustion Engines

Plus, the Audi RS E-Tron GT might be boosted to 750 horsepower.

Taupō's Ironman 70.3 won by locals Kyle Smith and Hannah Berry

All eyes now turn to the Ironman World Champs in Taupō next year.

Madrid F1 project still lacking key steps, says FIA

The FIA has cautioned against talk that a deal to move Formula 1’s Spanish Grand Prix to Madrid is close, after revealing the project has still not begun key steps.

Dashcam of driver caught up in 150mph Tennessee tornado looks like a disaster movie

Dashcam from his vehicle shows lightning, telegraph poles bending, debris flying, and then the windscreen cracking - but Cameron McNeil, 25, still keeps driving.

The BYD Yuan UP Is Tesla's Biggest Challenge In China Yet

This cheap SUV could be what helps BYD overthrow Tesla as the best-selling EV automaker.

Who’ll Win In A Hill Climb Race – A Hilux Rally Car Or Sherco Enduro Bike?

It’s two wheels versus four in this epic hill climb race in South Africa’s Sani Pass.

This Tour Of The Abandoned Factory That Once Built The Allante And Testarossa Is Fascinating

The plant also build the Peugeot 406 Coupe, Alfa Romeo Brera, and Spider.

2024 Lucid Air EPA Range And Pricing Overview

The lineup is evolving, with some models becoming more affordable and now we have new EPA ratings to analyze.

Hawke’s Bay Ngāti Kahungunu iwi boss Bayden Barber blocks vehicle access to Waimārama Beach

Bayden Barber says children are being 'run off the beach by vehicles'.

You Can Get A Honda CRF450RX Rally, But There’s A Catch

This race-ready CRF450RX Rally is made by RS Moto, and is being sold in France by Honda importer Euroboost.

Here’s The Audi Q6 E-Tron Electric SUV Without Any Camouflage

These spy shots also reveal the swoopy Sportback variant.

Mercedes Fully Owned Audi In 1959 When It Nearly Bought BMW

Just imagine the three-pointed star, four rings, and roundel under the same roof.

The Chrysler 300 Is Officially Dead

The final V8-powered sedan rolled off the assembly lines.

Place A Bid On This Fresh 2018 Honda NM4

Could this uniquely styled cruiser be a future classic, or simply a two-wheeled oddity?

24 Fords that were never built

'This is SO smart': Driver reveals 'genius' reason why she keeps Kmart tongs in her car

The parking hack has been hailed as a 'game-changer' for those on the shorter side.

The 47-Year-Old Lada Niva Lives To See 2024 With Fancy Features Like ABS

ESP is also coming back.

Here’s How Much You’ll Have To Pay For The 2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R Evo

The new hyper-naked’s pricing has been announced in key European markets.

The First-Ever Mazda MX-5 Cup Race Looked Like A Seriously Awesome Time

Hop onboard this Miata race car as it dashes through competition in the first MX-5 Cup race to take place, held at Laguna Seca in 2006.

Norris couldn’t ask for better F1 team principal than Stella

Lando Norris reckons he “can’t ask for a better team principal” than McLaren Formula 1 chief Andrea Stella.

The 2024 BMW R 1300 GS Adventures Into The Philippine Market

Better than the best has arrived in another ASEAN nation with up to four variants and a ton of fanfare.

Singer ACS Off-Road Porsche 911 Bashes Through Sand, Steals Our Hearts

Only two were built, and both are owned by a person who loves to drive them hard.

This Crash Test Of A 30-Year-Old Mitsubishi Shows How Far Car Safety Has Come

They don't make them like they used to? That's a good thing.

This Electric Mini-Bike Wants To Add Some Excitement To Your Daily Commute

Naxeon’s I AM e-moto promises urban exhilaration in a compact and stylish package.

Honda Grom Gets A Style Makeover, LED Headlight In Thailand

Suddenly, I feel a ridiculous urge to rub its adorable little belly pan.

Kiri Allan car crash: Internal Affairs apologises for withholding information on ‘privacy’ grounds

Internal Affairs department still will not provide an answer on whether the taxpayer pays.

World's First Five-Rotor Car Looks Like Le Mans, Screams Like A Banshee

This wild machine will eventually become a drift missile.