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Sainz: Ferrari F1 upgrade expectations "completely out of reality"

Carlos Sainz says his Ferrari Formula 1 team's upgrade package for Imola "worked exactly as we expected", calming down the "out of reality" expectations in Italy.

Alonso hit with F1 Imola GP pitlane start after Aston Martin changes

Fernando Alonso will start Formula 1's Emilia Romagna Grand Prix from Imola's pitlane after Aston Martin made changes to his car.

Used Tesla Cybertruck Markups Plummet As Hype Cycle Cools Down

With increased production and decreased launch ferver, the days of $200,000+ used Cybertruck listings are gone for good.

Adventure-ready Mahindra Scorpio-N edition revealed at Nampo

The Mahindra Scorpio-N Adventure is kitted out with unique features that make it more capable and user-friendly off the beaten track.

Max Verstappen gave Ferrari fan ‘the finger’ before later applauding him

"Did you sign with Ferrari or something? Is there something we don't know?"

’20 years younger’ – Ferrari tipped to ‘galvanise’ Lewis Hamilton after Mercedes ‘decline’

"The Ferrari challenge will be different..."

LA police car chase ends with bloodied and screaming suspect in handcuffs

LA police car chase ends with bloodied and screaming suspect in handcuffs - Female driver entered 405 freeway in wrong direction

Valtteri Bottas opens up on clandestine Williams meeting after paddock spot

A reunion of Valtteri Bottas and Williams? The Finn set tongues wagging as he was spotted in the Williams motorhome on Saturday...

‘You see progress’ – Toto Wolff believes Mercedes W15 deficit to the front is ‘getting smaller’

"It's just a patience game..."

Xiaomi SU7 Reviewed: Yes, China's Apple Car Is That Good

Other automakers: this is what you're up against. Start taking notes.

The safest EVs on sale based on Euro NCAP

Junkyard Discoveries from Ron’s Auto Salvage in Allison, Iowa

Enjoy our tour of one of America’s most interesting junkyards

20 next-best classic cars

Ferrari drivers disagree on theories for shock Red Bull Imola GP qualifying pace leap

Ferrari drivers Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc disagreed when trying to explain Red Bull's surprise pace jump in Imola qualifying.

Fernando Alonso’s Imola start troubles go from bad to worse

"It's just not good enough..."

Plans to roll out 'dental vans' to tackle shortage could be shelved

The vehicles, which are kitted out to provide mobile care to rural communities, were announced this year as part of a government effort to allow more people to get attention.

Major changes to SA traffic fines – Everything you need to know

Here is everything you need to know about the major changes to traffic fines in South Africa that are expected to be rolled out soon.

Vasco da Gama race under way

The oldest coastal ocean race on the South African sailing calendar, the Vasco da Gama, starts in Durban.

World’s third-biggest automaker to establish new factory in SA soon

Stellantis has announced that the final building blocks for its automotive manufacturing site in South Africa have been laid, paving the way for construction to begin shortly at the Coega Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Gqeberha, Nelson Mandela Bay the Eastern Cape.Source: UnsplashStellantis, the world’s third-biggest automotive manufacturer by volume, and South Africa’s largest development funder, the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC)...

The ‘small duvet’ problem that Mercedes thinks it can put to bed

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff’s caution this week that it will be several races before his Formula 1 team’s upgrades bear fruit can be viewed in one of two ways.

The world’s most wild, weird and surprisingly useful car options

Think Porsche is odd for making the 911's rear windscreen wiper an optional extra? Take a look at these...

Verstappen wishes F1 had '24 Imolas', but the series has other plans

Formula 1 drivers led by world champion Max Verstappen have signed a love letter to Imola's old-school challenges, amid an uncertain future for the classic Italian venue.

George Russell hails Mercedes upgrade impact with ‘best all season’ assessment

George Russell believes Mercedes have started down the correct path of upgrade development with the W15...

2024 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix – Qualifying results (Imola)

Qualifying at Imola is in the books...

Discussion | AARTO Act | New traffic fine system to be rolled out

JOHANNESBURG - A new traffic fine system is expected to be rolled out at the beginning of July. At the heart of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences is the demerit points system. This means if a driver breaks the law on our roads, they lose several points, which could lead to their license being suspended. SA Fines Chief Executi...

“Major changes” unlikely to MotoGP’s feeder classes under 2027 rules overhaul

Dorna Sports says “major changes” to the Moto2 and Moto3 categories are unlikely when MotoGP undergoes its rules revolution in 2027.

Dakar Rally 2025: Dates, route, new features and more revealed

The Amaury Sport Organisation (ASO) has revealed the route and the dates for the 47th edition of the Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia.

BMW plant workers in Alabama reject unionization and deal blow to UAW’s expansion hopes

BMW plant workers in Alabama reject unionization and deal blow to UAW’s expansion hopes - The official count was announced on Friday afternoon

Dealership ordered to fix car with rust after lengthy appeal process

Judge Nomsa Khumalo, Gauteng High Court in Pretoria, turned down an appeal and ruled that in line with the Consumer Protection Act, the dealership had to fix the rust.

Awesome Alfa Romeo barn-find haul revisited

Jaguar F-Pace drives into the sunset with two final editions: SA pricing

Jaguar is ringing in some radical changes as it celebrates its 90th anniversary this year. It’s time to say goodbye to ICE products like the F-Pace.

Supercars Perth: Waters wins as penalty costs Mostert the double

Cam Waters took victory in the 10th race of the 2024 Supercars season at Wanneroo after a pitlane slip cost Chaz Mostert the win and the chance for a double.

Super Formula Autopolis: Makino finally claims maiden series victory

Tadasuke Makino finally ended his Super Formula victory drought with a dominant drive in the second round of the season at Autopolis.

Ferrari grilled on Adrian Newey interest amid rumours of huge contract signed

All roads lead to Ferrari for Adrian Newey...

New Tesla Model 3 Performance Gets Another $1,000 Price Hike

It still qualifies for the $7,500 federal tax credit, but barely.

Why owners are scared to drive their electric cars

Electric vehicles are used 20 percent less than gas-run cars as a new survey reveals what's holding many drivers back from buying the futuristic automobiles.

Volvo’s baby electric crossover is compact, zippy and competitively priced

The Volvo EX30 is one of a handful of EVs that are selling for under R1-million in South Africa.

How GM Made The $35,000 Chevrolet Equinox EV Into A 319-Mile Range Champ

The new Chevy Equinox EV is now the cheapest way to get more than 300 miles of range in a new car. Thank Ultium's scale for that.

21 striking Chrysler concept cars

Van Rooyen, Wolk share honours in a dramatic day of SA Touring Car racing at Zwartkops

Another dramatic outing at Zwartkops on Saturday brought highs and lows for the frontrunners of the South African Touring Car Championship.

Aston Martin F1 upgrades "not good enough" to keep up with rivals - Stroll

Aston Martin Formula 1 driver Lance Stroll fears the upgrades the team has brought to Imola haven't been enough to keep pace in the fight behind Red Bull.

The top 10 best electric SUVs

Why McLaren won't gamble with F1 Imola GP strategy in Verstappen fight

McLaren insists it has no desire to “roll the dice” with strategy in Formula 1’s Emilia Romagna Grand Prix in its bid to try to topple Max Verstappen.

Ferrari with all to do, McLaren catching up on Red Bull

OBAKENG MELETSE FORMULA One round seven will be making red waves at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix in Imola this weekend. Ferrari, under pressure from McLaren who have made giant strides to the top of the charts, have it all to do with their red army in heavy presence. The Scuderia Ferrari-24 had upgrades coming into the weekend, and following a somewhat decent but difficult weekend at the Miami International Circuit where both Charles Leclerc...

Ferrari feels right at home at Imola as Charl Leclerc shines and Max Verstappen slithers

Charles Leclerc shone in the sunshine while Max Verstappen slithered and grumbled as the Ferrari driver dominated Friday practice at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.

BP Southern Africa aims to expand its service stations across South Africa

BP Southern Africa wants to open 500 more convient stores throughout South Africa and aims to step up its business in the country. This as Shell plans to exit.

10 car makers that didn’t just make cars

MotoGP Sets A New Attendance Record At Le Mans

Nearly 300,000 fans from across the globe flocked to Le Mans during the 2024 French Grand Prix.

Audi RS4 Avant Vs. BMW M3 Touring Drag Race: It's Not Even Close

The two coolest wagons on sale today come together for a good old fashioned drag race. But one is far quicker than the other.

What F1 GPS data reveals about Verstappen’s Imola qualifying save

Max Verstappen’s eighth consecutive Formula 1 pole position - which equals Ayrton Senna's record - owes much to the tow he picked up from Haas driver Nico Hulkenberg – per the GPS data of Imola Q3’s final runs.