Motoring

The BMW M5 Is Cheaper Than an M3 in Ireland. Here's Why

The significantly larger, heavier car with a brawny V-8 is more attainable. What gives?

Demons won't be ambushed by Harley Reid again: coach

Harley Reid put Melbourne to the sword in May, but this time around the Demons have plans in place to stifle the influence of the West Coast wunderkind.

MotoGP German GP: Full Moto2 and Moto3 results

David Alonso picks up the Moto3 victory while Fermin Aldeguer triumphs in Moto2 at the German Grand Prix

Combat footage showed a gripping battle between Ukrainian M2 Bradley and two Russian vehicles

Olympics-French aiming high in BMX Racing on home dirt

By Julien Pretot PARIS (Reuters) - French riders will be hoping to finally achieve the same success in BMX racing on their home track at the Paris Olympics that they have long enjoyed at the world championships when the bikes hit the dirt at Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines in August. Although the sport has its origins in California in the 1960s, BMX has been mastered by the French, who have amassed 50

A Superbike-Powered Shifter Kart is Sketchy as Hell, as You’d Imagine

Things go wrong left, right, and center. And now the folks at BUM want to put a turbo or two on it.

A GoFundMe is set up for autistic boy slapped by Mercedes driver

A GoFundMe was launched for an autistic California boy who was slapped in the face by a Mercedes driver after the child had damaged the hood ornament on the car.

25 Movie Props That Sold For A Small Fortune

Owning a piece of movie history can be quite expensive.

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.

Keanu Reeves and longtime girlfriend Alexandra Grant look totally loved up as they enjoy race day at MotoGP Grand Prix in Germany

Keanu Reeves and his girlfriend Alexandra Grant stole the spotlight at a motorcycle racing event on Sunday. They looked loved up at the MotoGP Liqui Moly Motorrad Grand Prix in Germany.

Genesis unveils a new high-performance supercar for Gran Turismo showcased at the 2024 Busan Motor Show

The Genesis has unveiled a new supercar, the X Gran Racer Vision Gran Turismo Concept, developed for the Gran Turismo game, but also exists as a full-scale model.

Brad Pitt hits the tracks at Silverstone as he films scenes for his new Formula 1 film on day two of the British Grand Prix

The eagerly-anticipated film will present a touch of authenticity as it's shot during the actual Grand Prix festival weekends.

Gladiator 2 trailer release date announced with epic first look cast pictures

Gladiator 2's trailer release date has been announced alongside first look pictures of Ridley Scott's cast.

I was in an accident that broke my collarbone and ribs. It didn't stop me from flying to Europe to see Taylor Swift.

Weeks before I was supposed to fly to Europe for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, I was thrown from a horse and broke my collarbone and ribs. I still went.

Wholesale Motors Christchurch in liquidation less than month after auction for former PM Helen Clark’s Crown limousine

Activity in recent months had significantly slowed putting pressure on working capital.

Mini Cooper SE review

Mini's fourth-generation supermini icon reaches for sleeker looks, extra range and the latest digital technology

This Super Rare Motorcycle Barn Find Is up for Auction, So Buy It Before We Do

You could buy virtually any other production bike for this much cash.

Hilarious moment Prince William seen riding around Windsor Castle on electric scooter

The heir-to-the-throne is a longtime motorsport fan, and once went on a cross-country rally with his brother, Prince Harry, while he was still a working royal in 2008

Almost half US and Australian EV owners to return to gas

King Charles exempt from nationwide driving rule - but Prince Harry will never be

King Charles is the only person in the UK to enjoy an incredible driving privilege, and while one day it will also apply to Prince William, it's off the table for Prince Harry

Volvo EX30 Buyers Are Getting Full Refunds Because Of Glitchy Software

Issues ranging from blacked-out screens to failed charging attempts prompted some customers to return their cars.

John Deere Classic: Davis Thompson knows it’s time to complete unfinished business

Thompson fired off an impressive 62 Saturday at the John Deere Classic to hold a two shot lead headed into Sunday.

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.

Antiques Roadshow's Fiona Bruce sparks complaints as BBC issues statement

BBC's Antiques Roadshow, which is currently being re-aired, sees Fiona Bruce travel across the UK as members of the public have their items valued.

The longest-range electric cars you can buy today

Some of the cheapest EVs can crack 200 miles now – but the best can do double that

Caterham creates fusion between car and helicopter with the Seven 360R in partnership with the Royal Air Force

Have you ever imagined what happens when you combine a car with a helicopter? Caterham Cars has the answer with the Seven 360R, created from parts of a Puma HC2 helicopter from the Royal Air Force (RAF).

Clarkson offered landlady £1m for pub within minutes of meeting her

Jeremy Clarkson offered almost £1 million to the owner of a pub within minutes of meeting her. The former Top Gear presenter, 64, has been developing his Cotswold smallholding for the popular Amazon series Clarkson’s Farm. Keen to find a pub to sell his produce, Clarkson arranged to meet with the landlady of The Windmill near Burford in Oxfordshire...

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.

The 25 most iconic film and TV vehicles

Here are the 25 most iconic film and TV vehicles, ranked in order of their first appearances.

Vinales sets German MotoGP lap record as Marquez goes flying

Spaniard Maverick Vinales broke the Sachsenring track record in Friday's practice session ahead of the German MotoGP, while Marc Marquez suffered a heavy fall. The Spaniard was examined at the track medical centre and doctors found he had a broken left index finger and a "large bruise to the ribcage", but declared him "fit" to continue racing on a track where he is chasing a record ninth victory.

Jeremy Clarkson is blasted for thinking he can 'rock up and run a pub'

Clarkson's hope to set up a cosy rural boozer in the Cotswolds have been met with scorn by 'insulted' industry experts, who say it simply isn't as easy as relying on his fame to pull in punters.

IndyCar Mid-Ohio: O’Ward beats Palou after thrilling duel

Slow pitstop costs reigning champion and points leader Palou dearly as O’Ward pounces to score second win of the season

Geri Horner and Jeremy Clarkson among celebrities attending Grand Prix at Silverstone

Silverstone was awash with celebrities as famous faves from across the globe took to their Northampton-based racetrack for this year's British Grand Prix

Plug-In Car Sales In Europe Shrunk In May 2024

Only non-rechargeable hybrids expanded, taking 30% of the market.

What channel is MotoGP on today? TV schedule, start time for 2024 German Grand Prix

The 2024 MotoGP season is back up and running after the summer break, and we've got all the details you need to catch today's German Grand Prix.

Everything you need to remember from the “Beverly Hills Cop” franchise before seeing “Axel F”

It's been 40 years since Axel Foley was introduced to the world, so here's a little re-introduction before "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F."

36 big classic car birthdays in 2024

Martin wins German MotoGP sprint race to stem Bagnia run

Series leader Jorge Martin won the German MotoGP sprint race on Saturday to extend his lead in the championship and end a run of five successive victories by main rival Francesco Bagnaia. Portugal's Miguel Oliveira finished second and Bagnaia -- who had won the previous two sprints and three MotoGPs -- third.

Norris 'fed up' with making excuses for McLaren mistakes after British Grand Prix

A frustrated Lando Norris said his McLaren team "threw away" victory after bad decisions cost him the lead in Sunday's British Grand Prix. Norris was asked if McLaren had bungled their chances with poor decision-making, notably a delayed switch to soft tyres, instead of mediums, for the final sprint to the flag.

All new Roads of National Significance may be tolled

The final cost on the seven roads is not yet known.

GM's U.S. Ultium EV Sales Exceeded 20,000 In Q2 2024

New EVs attract customers from other brands.

Major change coming to driver's licences in Australia

A major change has been introduced in one Aussie state that will make it easier for residents to sit for their L-plate exams.

Ferrari receives WEC engine power gain ahead of Interlagos

The Le Mans 24 Hours winners will have more engine power at its disposal for round five of the World Endurance Championship this weekend

Police vehicle damaged after Lower Hutt fleeing driver incident, attempted carjacking

The vehicle stopped but fled the scene before police could speak with the driver.

Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 Coupé

Lower-rung AMG gains butch looks and big power. Can it stick it to the BMW M4?

This Red-Hot Honda Prelude Will Be at the Goodwood FoS

Honda confirms the reborn Prelude will be sold in Europe, but what about the US?

Raging red seas of Cork end Limerick’s drive for five

To the beat of Freed from Desire the Hill bounces, their mind and senses their purified by two sensation hours of sport, the long-lost sea of red is returned to an All-Ireland final.

F1 movie trailer divides fans of motor racing sport

F1 movie trailer divides fans of motor racing sport - Some F1 fans are questioning a line of dialogue featured in the teaser

British Grand Prix 2024: The best dressed guests at Silverstone

See all the outfits from the 2024 British Grand Prix from Lewis Hamilton and Lando Norris to Brad Pitt and Damson Idris - see photos

Happy Days legend Henry Winkler is left stunned after wrongly assuming a rickshaw bicycle is a London TAXI - and is charged almost $200 for a half-a-mile trip!

The Happy Days star, 78, hadn't agreed on a price before climbing into the flashy mode of transport in the English capital and told his followers to always do so