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Winners and losers from the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series Daytona 500

From back-to-back victor William Byron to Helio Castroneves' no good, very bad day, these are our winners and losers from the Daytona 500.


NASCAR’s record-breaking $30 million Daytona 500 purse: How much will the winner make?

The NASCAR Cup Series will boast a record-breaking $30 million purse for the Daytona 500 – but how much does the winner get?


What inventors can learn from ‘Please Call Me’ saga

What inventors can learn from ‘Please Call Me’ saga By Sibahle Malinga, ITWeb senior news journalist.Johannesburg, 18 Feb 2025Vodacom and Nkosana Makate have been embroiled in litigation over the 'Please Call Me' product for almost 18 years. The years-long ‘Please Call Me’ litigation between Vodacom and Nkosana Makate holds many lessons on how inventors or product originators should protect their ideas, to address compensation terms and avoid...


Hamilton and Verstappen relationship update with F1 2025 wish made

All may be forgiven, but has it really been forgotten?


Safer roads and improved fuel economy: why SA needs to update its tyre standards

The South African Product Testing Institute has urged the Department of Transport to adopt new tyre standards pertaining to rolling resistance and retreading.


World’s best ever shooting brakes

Everyone loves a fast wagon - and in this story we're rounding up the very best you've ever been able to buy


Schoolteacher Ruan Pelser's unexpected win marks new chapter in life

From teacher to winner: Ruan Pelser’s unexpected BMW X2 prize comes at the perfect time for his growing family.


Finance Minister urged to prioritise electric car incentives and off-grid charging infrastructure

Zero Carbon Charge urges the Finance Minister to enhance electric vehicle incentives and support off-grid charging solutions in South Africa.


Livery-Matched ID.Buzz and 911 Dakar Is the Perfect Two-Car Garage

A Porsche dealer wrapped the Buzz to match the Porsche 911 Dakar.


Volvo Car’s restructuring sparks union anger as calls for transparency and legal compliance intensify

The restructure comes at a challenging time for the automotive industry in South Africa. While there is concern over the possible loss of preferential automotive exports to the US under the African Growth and Opportunity Act and potential tariffs on commodities such as aluminium and steel, Volvo Cars South Africa is a niche player — holding only about 0.2% of local car sales.


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30 brilliant BMWs


Trump takes taxpayer-funded Daytona 500 joyride at rained-out race as he guts federal workforce

Trump takes taxpayer-funded Daytona 500 joyride at rained-out race as he guts federal workforce - Trump, back in power, seeks out another expensive spotlight while Elon Musk axes agencies


We’re racing in the 2025 Toyota GR Cup Media Challenge in a GR Yaris!

Independent Media and IOL will be competing in the 2025 GR Cup Media Challenge with Willem van de Putte behind the wheel of a race-ready GR Yaris across some of SA’s most iconic tracks.


Monaco Grand Prix overhaul announced as FIA confirm key F1 2025 change

There could be change on the way at the Monaco Grand Prix, and Monaco alone...


Russia has a new hybrid weapon made from destroyed vehicles and old Soviet guns


City of Johannesburg cracks down on illegal borehole drilling amid transport disruptions

Officials have cautioned that offenders will face arrests and equipment confiscation as transport services suffer the consequences of unapproved drilling activities


Volkswagen and Audi Are Sticking with Gas Engines: Report

The German duo reportedly intends to extend the life cycle of current cars with combustion engines in Europe.


Two popular child car seats didn’t hold up in a Consumer Reports crash test - but they both meet government standards

Two popular child car seats didn’t hold up in a Consumer Reports crash test - but they both meet government standards - Both car seats have ‘significant structural integrity issues,’ according to Consumer Reports


James Vowles gives support to under-fire FIA following swearing clampdown

A WRC driver was recently fined €10,000 for swearing as the new rules came into effect.


16 fascinating classic cars at Rétromobile 2025


Mini Aceman Review: Why You Should Care If It's U.S.-Bound Or Not

The Aceman is the slightly taller five-door hatchback cousin of the China-made three-door Mini Cooper.


Could 2025 be Rovanpera’s biggest WRC test yet?

OPINION: Kalle Rovanpera’s return to full-time World Rally Championship competition was met with a strong expectation he would resume his domination from his title-winning campaigns in 2022 and 2023. But after two rounds the Finn hasn’t appeared on the podium. Here’s a look into the factors and what Rovanpera must overcome


The Federal EV Charger Program May Die. It Was Just Starting To Pay Off

The program was created over two years ago. What do we have to show for it so far?


Call for prioritising carbon reduction in South Africa's budget

Zero Carbon Charge (CHARGE) said that they call on Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana to prioritise South Africa’s carbon reduction targets in his upcoming Budget Speech.


21 famously faulty classic cars


Ducati Finally Stalls MotoGP Rampage in Pre-Season Tests

I guess it's fair to call it a GP24.5.


Sports director Visma | Lease a Bike sees potential for van Aert: "If you're bad, you can't do that"

One would have expected more from Wout van Aert in the Clasica Jaén. The Belgian finished a disappointing 39th, six minutes behind winner Michał Kwiatkowski. The other Killerbees riders also failed to meet expectations. Ben Tulett was the best on the team, finishing ninth. The young British rider performed well, but Visma-Lease a Bike was unsatisfied with a top-ten finish. Sports director Arthur van Dongen was not satisfied with the result. "We...


The US planned to buy $400M worth of Tesla and then changed their mind

Turn of events, as one of the largest conflicts of interest involving the U.S. government and Elon Musk falls through at the last second.


Flagrant Foul: Steph Curry's Custom Mansory Ford GT

Under Armour and Mansory created a custom Ford GT to promote its new Echo sneaker. At least the shoe looks good.


South Africa's tractor sales rebound after 21 months of decline

Agbiz reports increase in tractor sales in January 2025


Tesla starts hiring in India after Modi and Musk meet

The electric carmaker posted 13 job openings in Mumbai and New Delhi days after its CEO Elon Musk met Indian PM Modi last week. India has recently lowered taxes on high-end cars.


Enhancing vehicle safety with tyre standards

Tyre failures are believed to cause around two road deaths per day in South Africa, or over 700 per year.


David Dickinson's refurb phone deals at Sloane Street Auctions

iD Mobile and TV icon David Dickinson hosted a unique auction at London's Sloane Street Auctions, where bidders competed for savings on his top picks of quality pre-loved devices.


Volkswagen’s upcoming entry electric car shows off ‘timeless’ styling in new design sketches

Volkswagen is preparing a new entry-level EV hatchback for 2027, but we'll see a concept car next month. Here's what we know so far about the ID. 1.


Ranking the greatest Daytona 500s, 65-1

NASCAR.com ranks every running of the "Great American Race" (except two), with No. 1 on our list sure to put a smile on your face.


Fourmaux fined for swearing on WRC TV broadcast

The Hyundai driver has been penalised for his comments at the end of stage 18 at Rally Sweden amid the FIA's clampdown on swearing


Two wheels better: Customising classic, rare and vintage models at France's biggest motorbike show

The call of the open road is getting louder for some as more people are opting for two wheels to travel or simply have fun. France's 'Salon du 2 Roues' is now Europe's second largest motorbike trade show and Euronews Culture took of a tour of its 'kustom' collection. View on euronews


Tesla Full Self-Driving Could Be China's Tariff Bargaining Chip

Plus, Trump threatens more auto tariffs for Q2 and BYD reveals its ambitious plans for Europe.


20 Dealership Terms To Know So You Don't Get Scammed

Are you having a hard time buying a car? Well, it's very likely to get a lot worse. As if shopping for a new car wasn't confusing enough, here come the shady dealers with all the jargon they love to throw at you. So, to make sure that you're armed with the right knowledge to avoid any shady deals, here's a breakdown of 20 crucial dealership terms that you need to know if you want to avoid getting scammed. Let's dive right into it!


Toyota Is Killing Japan's $10,000 Corolla

This old Corolla generation is still available in Japan, but not for long.


A positive weekend for DS Penske

PROMOTED: More solid points for DS Penske in the second Jeddah Formula E race, despite Gunther's early exit


Will Mercedes’ teen ace Kimi Antonelli live up to the hype?

As Kimi Antonelli prepares for his Formula One debut at the Australian Grand Prix, all eyes are on the 18-year-old talent. Will he rise to the occasion or struggle under pressure?


You Can Own Prodrive's Ultra-Rare 22B-Inspired Restomod

With 444 horsepower, the P25 is the most extreme Subaru Impreza. The tenth example to leave the line is coming up for auction.


The 20 Most Common Excuses Every Bad Driver Makes

Do you know a bad driver who just won't admit when they're wrong? No matter what you say, some people defend their driving skills even while everyone else in the car grips their seats a little tighter. The truth is, nobody starts their day planning to be "that driver." But if you find yourself or anybody else using these 20 excuses quite frequently, maybe it's time for some honest reflection.


21 great grilles on classic cars


Mir: “I hadn’t had any bad moments until I came to Honda; I was spoiled”

The 2020 champion talks about his struggles to remain motivated at Honda and the new reality he faced after Suzuki’s exit from MotoGP


10 Reasons You Should Stay a Passenger Princess & 10 You Should Learn To Drive

It’s common nowadays to find adults who don’t drive—and it’s easy to see why. With gas prices what they are and repair costs through the roof, who wouldn’t opt for life in the passenger seat? However, despite all its stresses, some people can’t go without a license and would rather eat the cost of car ownership than ride in the back seat. Let’s explore the pros and cons of both together.


BMW's Insane, 13,000 LB-FT Vision Driving Experience Proves The EV Future Will Be WIld

With an unholy amount of torque and Tesla-like software integration, the future of BMW's Neue Klasse EVs looks promising.


The 15 most iconic moments in Formula 1 history – ranked