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Suzuki outsells VW: SA's top 5 selling car brands in April 2024

Naamsa has released the monthly new car sales figures for April 2024, and the numbers show that South Africa's new car market has surprisingly grown after eight months of decline.Source: UnsplashAlthough the growth is minor, it is still a moment of slight celebration considering the factors affecting the market.New car sales have increased by 2,2% year-on-year to 38,172 units, which is an increase of 814 units. Export sales recorded a decline of...

EU election could force sharp turn in electric car policy

A change at the top of European institutions could herald a change in the 2035 target to phase out sales of internal combustion engine cars even though the automotive industry is already well down the road towards transitioning to electric vehicles.

Miami F1 win a weight off McLaren’s shoulders, not just Norris

Team boss Andrea Stella says Lando Norris' first Formula 1 win in Miami was as much a weight off McLaren's shoulders as it was off Norris himself.

MotoGP Postpones Grand Prix Of Kazakhstan Due To Heavy Flooding

Severe flooding has displaced thousands of residents causing a national weather emergency.

The up and down history of the airship

When the first airships took to the sky in the mid-19th century, the odd-looking vessels created an aviation sensation. Developed as a successor to the hydrogen balloon, the airship enjoyed its golden years in the 1920s and 1930s. But after the disaster that was the Hindenburg explosion in 1937, airship passenger travel effectively ended. Recently, however, the airship has enjoyed somewhat of a comeback, both as a commercial and military mode of transport. Click through for a uplifting flight through the history of the airship.

The Fisker Ocean Actually Excelled In This Long-Distance Range Test

Fisker is in trouble, but the Ocean matched or beat the Kia EV6, Tesla Model Y RWD and more despite slightly lower temperatures.

The greatest Ferraris we’ve ever tested

Here we list the most fantastic, engaging and mind boggling scarlet cars we've ever had to pleasure of testing

Brown slated to become latest Supercars ace to make NASCAR Cup debut

Australian Will Brown will likely be the next Supercars star to make his debut in the NASCAR Cup Series.

Forgotten American Cars That Deserved Much More Love

Forgotten American Cars That Deserved Much More Love

Gounon steps in for injured Habsburg at Alpine for WEC Spa 6 Hours

Jules Gounon will again substitute for Ferdinand Habsburg at the Alpine Hypercar squad in this weekend’s Spa round of the World Endurance Championship.

Prasa moved swiftly to rescue its trains from Joburg fire

THE Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa) successfully relocated several locomotives and coaches to safety after a fire incident on the M1 bridge above the Braamfontein yard where coaches and locomotives are kept.

Updated Formula One standings after Lando Norris wins Miami Grand Prix

McLaren's Lando Norris won the first Formula One race of his career at the Miami Grand Prix on Sunday. Here's how the race unfolded ...

What are Mercedes thinking? Martin Brundle’s verdict as customer team McLaren upstage engine supplier

Lando Norris became the first Mercedes-powered driver since 2022 to win a Grand Prix, P1 in Miami.

Tesla Model Y: Five reasons why we love it...and five reasons why we loathe it

The 2024 Nautilus Hybrid Makes a Case for Lincoln's Future

Acres of screen and a smooth hybrid powertrain make the Nautilus a surprisingly appealing choice in a highly competitive segment.

Polo glamour to be all about ‘Couture on the Green’ at the 2024 Nedbank International Polo

This highly anticipated event promises to be a spectacle of world-class polo, dazzling fashion, and unforgettable celebrations with this year’s theme, ‘Couture on the Green’.

Why new Fernando Alonso evidence was rejected by FIA in right to review case

"The new footage would not have caused us to question our decision..."

Adrian Newey Ferrari meeting revealed with ‘genuine potential’ for sensational switch

After several failed attempts over the decades to sign Adrian Newey, Ferrari could get their man next season.

The Tesla Cybertruck Is Just 'Ok' Compared To The Competition

One of the "most controversial new vehicles you can buy" isn't as interesting as it looks.

Europe's auto suppliers reach the end of the road

Emrullah Karaca has made brakes for the past 20 years, but he is now learning to assemble heat pumps instead, as the Continental factory where he works in northern Germany is slated to close. "Brakes or heat pumps, it's all the same to me," said Karaca, whose two parents both worked for Continental at the factory.

RAF disbursed R18 billion to foreign claimants over five years, CEO discloses

Over the last five years, the Road Accident Fund (RAF) has disbursed R18 billion to claimants from foreign countries.

Ferrari Purosangue Versus Lamborghini Urus: It's Surprisingly Close

The race pits natural aspiration against turbo power.

10 top luxury compacts

Lucid Is Still Losing Money Fast: Q1 2024 Earnings Report

Deliveries are considerably up at Lucid, but the automaker still lost $598 million last quarter.

McLaren surprised upgraded F1 car had Red Bull-beating pace

McLaren boss Andrea Stella knew his team’s upgraded Formula 1 car was fast, but was surprised Max Verstappen had no answer for Lando Norris’s pace in the Miami Grand Prix.

‘If my mum had balls…’ – Max Verstappen’s hilarious response to burning Safety Car question

"I mean, it's always if, if, if, right? If my mum had..."

Why peaky F1 tyres caused 'acts of desperation' in Miami GP qualifying

Qualifying for Formula 1's Miami Grand Prix saw the rare phenomenon of certain drivers attempting to complete Q3 on mediums amid question marks over Pirelli's tyre behaviour.

Joburg City Power making progress with burnt M1 cable, but restoration not in sight just yet

As cleaning work progresses, efforts to backfeed power through alternative substations have not been successful for most affected areas.

McLaren explain Donald Trump garage visit at Miami GP after sparking controversy

"We were honoured that McLaren Racing was chosen as the representative of F1."

The 15 electric cars with the longest range

‘About time!’ Lando Norris claims ‘perfect’ maiden Formula 1 victory

Lando Norris has buried his regrets in Florida with a maiden Formula 1 victory where strategy, speed and safety cars were the winning combination for the McLaren driver.

Britain's oldest WWII veteran, 109, is honoured with Spitfire flyover

War hero and Britain's oldest World War Two veteran Donald Rose, 109, was honoured with a flyover from two Spitfire aircraft at his care home in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, on Monday.

Pilet joins Vector Sport for Le Mans 24

Porsche factory driver Patrick Pilet has joined the British Vector Sport squad for the Le Mans 24 Hours round of the World Endurance Championship in June.

Ford Ranger image that Aussies need to see

Over the span of just ten years, the car of choice for Australians has undergone a staggering transformation, growing by nearly a metre in length.

Turned Off By Tesla? Consider A Nissan Ariya Or Toyota BZ4X

While these electric crossovers are not best in class, cheap leasing options make them attractive alternatives to the Model Y.

Volvo Global EV Sales Almost Doubled In April 2024 Thanks To EX30's Surge

The new model emerged as the company’s best-selling model in Europe.

Diesel car drivers to be charged £250 a year to park near their homes

Eighteen of London 's 32 boroughs have introduced a parking surcharge for diesel cars.

Popular service station is giving Bank Holiday drivers a free coffee

As motorists hit the road this Bank Holiday, Applegreen service stations across the UK have brewed up a delightful surprise to keep drivers fueled and alert from 2pm to 8pm today.

Lucid Air Sapphire Versus Dodge Demon 170: Again, It's Not Even Close

One of these cars was built specifically built for the drag strip. The other has all-wheel drive and tons of power.

The New Subaru WRX Proves It Deserves the Name

The letters WRX stand for World Rally eXperimental. In a real stage rally test, the WRX is able to set a blistering time.

Sainz "could have won" F1 Miami GP by pitting one lap later

Ferrari Formula 1 driver Carlos Sainz believes he could have won the Miami Grand Prix had he pitted one lap later than he did.

Lando Norris pays tribute to ‘dear friend’ Gil de Ferran with signature helmet at F1 testing

Lando Norris pays tribute to ‘dear friend’ Gil de Ferran with signature helmet at F1 testing - The McLaren driver features in the afternoon session on the first day of pre-season testing in Bahrain

75 years of TVR

'Detached From Reality': Welcome To The Tesla vs. $TSLA Showdown

Also on tap for today's roundup: a look at Toyota's challenges despite massive profits, and a prediction for Lucid's Q1 report.

30 times Citroën got it right

Gold Circle says abandoned races have been rescheduled

The last five races on the card were abandoned, including the three Grade 2 feature events after the horse Main Defender was scratched from the IOS Drill Hall Stakes.

Drivers who ignore signs for diversion risk ULEZ fines during closure

Drivers who ignore signs for a 19-mile diversion during the closure of the M25 and try and find shortcuts risk being slapped with ULEZ fines, a highways boss has warned.

Our writers rate the 2024 F1 Miami Grand Prix

Lando Norris took his maiden Formula 1 win in the Miami Grand Prix, beating Red Bull's Max Verstappen and Ferrari's Charles Leclerc.

BMW's New Automated Shift Assistant Kills Motorcycle Clutch Levers

I haven't met anyone who prefers having no clutch lever whatsoever. But BMW obviously knows something I don't.

18 ’80s automotive icons