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How to practice mindfulness while commuting

For those who travel to work, the daily commute can be a tense time of delayed and overcrowded public transport, traffic congestion, road closures, and aggressive drivers. Often, the commute is used to reply to emails or make mental to-do lists for the days ahead. But why not use this time to practice mindfulness? Research shows it's a great way to improve concentration, reduce stress, and lighten moods. If you'd like to know how to de-stress to and from work, click through this gallery.

Classic convertibles: iconic drop-top vehicles

The allure of open-top driving has thrilled motorists since the 1930s, when vehicles originally built for motorsport were redesigned for use on public roads. Soon, owning a convertible was every car driver's dream and automotive manufacturers responded in kind, unveiling throughout the 1950s and '60s some truly iconic drop-top automobiles. Many of these have stood the test of time, with later year models being described as "driving machines for the ages." Click through and raise the roof with this gallery of iconic drop-top vehicles.

From da Vinci to the drone: a brief history of the helicopter

The idea of a machine that could fly from a vertical takeoff was first mooted by Leonardo da Vinci as far back as the early 1480s. Over the next four hundred years or so, inventors, engineers, and aviation pioneers developed the idea of a rotocraft, in which lift and thrust are supplied by horizontally-spinning rotors. The first modern helicopters appeared in the late 1930s, and today they are a familiar sight in skies around the world. More recently, the advent of the quadcopter, often referred to as a drone, has seen da Vinci's original concept come full circle. Intrigued? Click through the following gallery for a brief look at the history of the helicopter.

As cycling boomed in 19th-century America, its Black stars shone bright

When cycling first took the US by storm in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Black Americans joined in the new pastime. One Black cyclist, Marshall “Major” Taylor, became a world champion in 1899. Yet American cycling installed a color line in professional racing. Opportunities became so limited that Black competitors had to take them wherever they could find them – including on the vaudeville stage and in Europe. Their story is documented...

Hyundai launches Inster, a new affordable electric vehicle with innovative design and high performance

Hyundai unveiled the new Inster EV at the 2024 Busan International Mobility Show in South Korea. This A-segment electric vehicle is based on the Hyundai Casper but has been modified with a longer wheelbase and an innovative electric powertrain.

This KTM Dirt Bike Is Probably More Than You Can Handle, Sorry

If your name isn't Manny Lettenbichler, keep moving.

The Pagani Huayra Finally Gets a Manual

The new Huayra Epitome gets a gated seven-speed and 852 horsepower.

Kia Brings Its New Truck with a Funky Wrap to a Car Show

The Tasman isn't due until 2025 but Kia is eager to show it publicly.

Best quality artificial grass to shop in the UK for your ideal lawn

Best quality artificial grass to shop in the UK for your ideal lawn - Verdant greens for fuss-free garden upkeep

Four Three-Row Electric SUVs Raced From Colorado To Vegas. Charging Got Tricky

A Tesla Model X, Kia EV9, Rivian R1S and Mercedes EQS SUV compete for the title of ultimate electric family SUV.

One of Ryan Reynolds's original ideas for Deadpool 3 was a low-budget road trip movie

Ryan Reynolds says one of the original ideas for Deadpool 3 was a low-budget road trip movie that was all talk and no special effects.

Epic tank battles that shaped history

In 1916 during the First World War, a terrifying new weapon was introduced to the battlefield: the tank. This formidable-looking armored fighting vehicle heralded the era of mechanized warfare and was subsequently used throughout all the major military conflicts of the 20th century. In fact, there are some encounters recognized for their near-exclusive use of the tank as a primary weapon of war. So, what are history's greatest tank battles? Click through and be reminded of how this versatile mobile weapons platform was used, and the conflicts it took part in.

Hyundai gearing up for WEC hypercar programme, WRC long-term future unclear

The Korean car maker appears set to enter sportscar racing’s top-flight in the future

The best new cars coming in 2024 and beyond

Welcome to our comprehensive guide to all the new metal arriving in 2024

‘Game-Changer': Kia EV3 Gets Over 10,000 Reservations In 23 Days

People are talking an EV demand problem. What demand problem?

Nine dead after car plows into crowd of people

Get Ready, BMW Just Teased Its Off-Road R 1300 GS Adventure

Does anyone fancy a 'Long Way Round'?

First Drive: The Valour Is Proof Aston Martin Can Still Make a Perfect Car

With a V-12 and a manual, this car is special. But it's only for a limited few.

Tesla Rolls Out New FSD Version, Beta Testers Say It’s ‘Phenomenal’

It still has many flaws, but users say refinements are big over the previous version.

Espargaro becoming Honda MotoGP test rider is its first genuine improvement of 2024

OPINION: Honda’s MotoGP project continues to struggle as little progress is made in the development of its troubled RC213V. The hiring of Aleix Espargaro as test rider, however, represents HRC’s first genuine improvement in a long time

2025 Lotus Emeya: Get Used To A Very, Very Different Lotus Now

With up to 905 HP, rapid-fire DC fast-charging and a good amount of innovation, the Emeya is a worthy Taycan-fighter. But is it a Lotus?

New Shelby F-150 Is $27,000 More Than a Raptor R, For Some Reason

Or you can get it with the stock 400-horsepower V-8 and only pay $17,000 more.

Inside Spain's smallest city - where fewer than 300 people live and the streets are too narrow for cars

Welcome to Frias. Despite its minuscule size, it retains a city status that was granted in 1435 by King Juan II of Castile.

A Seat At “The Table” Was A No-Barriers Experience

Hosted by Alicia Keys and Mercedes-Benz, the event beautifully merged the world of music and food together.

Confirmed: A Mazda MX-5 Miata 35th Anniversary Edition Is Coming Soon

It could be green.

Honda's New Battery Packs Can Power Your Scooter or Your Home

Meet the Honda Power Pod e:

20 mid-engined classic car marvels

SH1 Bulli Point at Taupō confirmed as roading priority for regional council

Waikato Regional Council has confirmed the notorious stretch of SH1 is a priority.

How the latest Mercedes tweak played its part in Austria F1 win

Mercedes was one of the few teams to introduce a car update in Spielberg. Here's a look at some of the tech innovations from last weekend's Austria round

Tesla Cybertruck Owner's One-Month Review: 'Cheap' Interior, Cool Steering

YouTuber Snazzy Labs loves the Cybertruck's steer-by-wire system but isn't a fan of its appearance or "sloppy" interior design.

Haunting Photos Reveal The World's DEADLIEST Roads

Incredible images of the world's scariest driving and cycling routes, suitable for the most daring adventurers.

September 2024 Guitar World lesson videos

The one with Andy Wood's debut GW video – and Joe Bonamassa's 1957 Gibson Les Paul Junior!

Dangerous driving causes serious collision between Mazda and Subaru on Australian highway

A video captured the moment of an accident, caused by dangerous driving in Queensland, Australia, where a Subaru Outback abruptly braked in front of a Mazda3 in the fast lane.

Tesla Delivered Only 443,956 Vehicles In Q2 2024, Produced 410,831

Deliveries slightly exceeded expectations in Q2 2024.

Toyota Is Making Pizzas in a Hydrogen-Powered Stone Oven

Employees are also making croissants during the workday.

The best all-round used electric cars for under £30k

Are these the strangest vending machines in the world?

Vending machines aren't just for soft drinks and treats. From luxury cars to lobsters, there are some surprising items available at the press of a button...

Van life to Wimbledon debut at 29: Billy Harris' hard journey to SW19

For years Billy Harris travelled between lower tier matches in his converted Ford Transit van sleeping in McDonald's car parks and living off cans of tuna.

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Sales Hit New U.S. Record In Q2 2024

Overall, EV total sales increased 33% during the first half of the year.

The best modern and retro campervans and RVs ever made

Homes on the go: let's take a look at the best road-going abodes built to take on anything

Stellantis Sales Are Tanking, Folks

Jeep, Dodge, Ram, and Chrysler are way down but the Italian brands are actually up.

Ferrari Purosangue: The Most Fun SUV Ever

Don’t be fooled by its shape. The Purosangue sounds and handles like no other four-door on sale. For half a million, it better.

Woman is arrested for inventing a fake 'missing' child

Stacey Dashay Marie Smith, 19, called police on Sunday claiming that her child was in a car that was stolen from 14000 block of Lasso Rock Drive.

Park in Taiwan creates a miniature replica of the famous Suzuka circuit, from the Japanese F1 GP

There is an impressive replica of the famous Suzuka track, from the Japanese Formula 1 Grand Prix, at the Kaohsiung-Suzuka Circuit Park in Taiwan, an island located 180 kilometers east of China.

Megalopolis Gets R-Rating As Sci-Fi Epic From Master Director Heads To Theaters

On its way to theaters in a few months, Francis Ford Coppola's long brewing Megalopolis has been officially rated R.

No, Volodomyr Zelensky's Wife Didn't Buy a Bugatti Tourbillion

The first lady of Ukraine appears to be the target of Russian propaganda, as the war between the two nations rolls on.

Xpeng’s New EV Sedan Is Actually A Hatchback With A Record-Setting Drag Coefficient

The $20,000 Tesla Model 3-rivaling Mona M03 has a three-foot-long active air intake and a huge, 22 cubic feet trunk.

600 helpers, 10,000 working hours - How the Norisring DTM circuit is built in two weeks

Norisring is preparing to host its annual DTM round this weekend. Here’s a look at the Herculean effort it takes to transform the streets of Nuremberg into a 2.3km circuit.

Confirmed: Audi Q6 E-Tron Sportback And RS Q6 E-Tron Coming Next Year

Audi also said that a PPE-platform-based A6 is also in the works.