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Cinema's craziest car chases

A thrilling car chase shifts any movie into top gear. In fact, a snarling engine, burning rubber, and plenty of fender bending can accelerate a film's performance at the box office. Furthermore, a memorable chase sequence can makes stars out of cars, and put heroes in the driving seat. Click through and take a drive through cinema's craziest car chases.

Ekurhuleni residents: How to replace your lost or stolen wheelie bin

The City of Ekurhuleni has laid out some easy steps residents can take if they want to replace their lost or stolen wheelie bins.

Toyota expands WRC Rally1 entry to five for Finland, Latvala to drive Rally2

Rally Finland is set to welcome the biggest Rally1 field of the season

IndyCar hybrid power could replace push-to-pass

IndyCar hybrid is the start of a plan to increase power and replace push-to-pass

Cash in the attic! £200,000 for haul of broken crockery

Gill Stewart had been left the box of crockery by her grandfather but assumed they were largely worthless due to damage.

Strike action halts production at Ford SA

Company hints it might choose another manufacturing destination.

Part 3: South Africa Speaks: BAV Top 20 Mobility Brands in 2024

The last of this three-part series, South Africa Speaks, examines mobility brands. Whether by road, rail, air or sea, how South Africans choose to move is not just a matter of physics and cost, but also a matter of brand perception.Source: © Bizcommunity Bizcommunity Mercedes-Benz holds the top spot for the second year running in the SA Top 20 Mobility BrandscapeMobility is defined as the ability to move, therefore within this BAV Brandscape,...

Three Fake Ferraris Were Crushed in 2023

More than 400,000 Ferrari-branded items were destroyed last year.

Features Like Tesla FSD That ‘Promise Too Much’ Are ‘A Bad Thing’: Mercedes-Benz

Even small mishaps related to so-called self-driving cars can have a big impact on the whole industry.

In praise of the hard handymen of the Karoo

‘There was a time when an incredibly strong, younger version of Outa Lappies harnessed himself into that cart and dragged it across the Great Karoo.’

Sainz back in Mercedes F1 2025 frame as Antonelli "needs to swim"

With Andrea Kimi Antonelli struggling in Formula 2, Carlos Sainz is again a contender for Mercedes's second F1 seat next year.

Carlos Sainz reveals ‘main problem’ creating ‘less competitive’ Ferrari concerns

"For sure it costs lap time, maybe even more than what we think."

VeeKay “loyal” to ECR but exploring IndyCar options for 2025 and beyond

The one-time IndyCar Series race winner from the Netherlands is in the final year of his contract with Ed Carpenter Racing

Mazda Quietly Kills the Miata's Bigger Engine in Europe

You can no longer place an order for the MX-5 with the bigger engine, but some 2.0-liter cars are still in stock.

Friday favourite: Why F1's original circuit retains its thrilling appeal

The very first circuit to host a Formula 1 world championship race in 1950, Silverstone has earned classic status over its subsequent 57 appearances on the calendar. Amid its many facelifts, Bertrand Gachot’s love for the circuit he picks as his favourite hasn’t changed

Surprising stories about the evolution of the car

What's the world's best-selling car? How long would it take to drive to the Moon? Where does the word "car" come from? And who was the Hollywood silent film star that invented the first turn signal device? The history of the automobile is a weird and wacky one, and you won't believe some of the amazing stories behind the motor car's evolution. So, are you ready to step up a gear and find out more? Fasten your seatbelt and steer through this gallery of crazy car facts that'll get your motor running!

2024 British Grand Prix – FP2 results (Silverstone)

Check out the complete results from the second practice session at the 2024 British Grand Prix...

Austrian GP data: McLaren vs Red Bull, Ferrari in trouble, Aston Martin revival

Data analysis from British Grand Prix practice has revealed the state of play between McLaren and Red Bull, Ferrari's woes and and more.

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.

European Union slaps Chinese electric cars with tariffs of up to 38% over ‘unfair’ support

A European Commission probe concluded that state subsidies for Chinese EV manufacturers were unfairly undercutting European rivals.

Lando Norris issues update on ‘destroyed’ McLaren after Max Verstappen clash

McLaren have used previously damaged spare parts to fit Lando Norris' MCL38 with a floor for Silverstone.

Cloud journey: Rolls-Royce or a Toyota Corolla?

Cloud journey: Rolls-Royce or a Toyota Corolla?Just when you think you’ve got it all figured out, one of the hyperscalers will launch the next big thing and it’s time for an infrastructure refresh… By Tiana Cline, ContributorJohannesburg, 05 Jul 2024Darryl Govender, Synthesis Cloud is on its way to becoming a business necessity. Gartner has predicted that by 2028, more than 50% of enterprises will use industry cloud platforms to accelerate key...

What’s behind MotoGP’s right-hander chaos in Germany practice?

A number of riders came down during second practice at the Sachsenring.

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.

BMW U.S. EV Sales Improved To Near-Record Level In Q2 2024

The BMW's four all-electric models represented over 15% of the brand's total volume.

Norris: FIA risk “boring” F1 races if track limits stance isn’t changed

The McLaren driver thinks common sense needs to be applied to what is deemed a track limits breach in F1 races

WRC launches female driver programme

Fully-funded 2025 Junior WRC drive on offer for successful candidate

F1 British GP qualifying - Start time, how to watch & more

Lando Norris topped the Friday practice times for McLaren ahead of the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix. Here’s how and when to watch qualifying.

Apple names F1 movie starring Brad Pitt, first teaser to be released at British GP

Apple's Formula 1 movie gets official title and first teaser

26 stars in this month’s Goodwood Festival of Speed sale

Drunk driver causes tragedy on U.S. holiday

A pickup truck collided with a group of people who had gathered to celebrate 4th of July in Corlears Hook Park, in southern Manhattan. According to initial figures, at least three people have already been killed and 16 others injured in the collision on the American holiday in New York. The driver of the gray Ford F-150 was driving down the sidewalk and may have been under the influence of alcohol. The two fatalities are two women and a man. One...

Range Rover set to impress audiophiles as JLR extends audio-tech collab with Meridian

The bolstered collaboration will enable Meridian’s specialists to input into in the design of new models at an even earlier stage.

Ever wondered which car model truly speaks to your soul? Take this fun quiz to find out

Briefly News challenges readers to an engaging quiz which is all about matching their personality and lifestyle with the perfect car model for them.

Woman shows off new car in viral video, sparks buzz over hunky salesman

A young South African woman showed off her brand-new car in a TikTok video. The clip sparked a huge buzz over the hunky salesman, leaving many people drooling.

Aero SA 2024 has potential to stimulate Tshwane economy

Billed as the largest general aviation trade show in southern Africa, the event is hosted by the City’s Wonderboom National Airport and Messe Frankfurt SA.

McLaren call for Max Verstappen ‘limits’ clampdown and ‘full-time’ FIA stewards

Zak Brown: "We need to guide our drivers on what's right and wrong..."

We're Driving the 2025 Ram 1500. Ask Us Anything

The Hemi V-8 is dead. Long live the twin-turbocharged inline-six.

Brown hits out at Red Bull for 'encouraging' aggressive Verstappen driving

McLaren boss Brown made the comments after Verstappen and Norris clashed at the Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix.

Yuki Tsunoda reveals ‘hybrid’ RB car for British Grand Prix after Austria revelation

Yuki Tsunoda scored points in three of the four races going into the triple header but did not do so in Spain and Austria.

Audi won't budge on long-term F1 driver commitment

Audi's need for a long-term commitment from its Formula 1 drivers might hand Valtteri Bottas a chance to stay as Carlos Sainz wavers.

Silverstone Circuit: Guide to F1 track - including corner names and history

The Silverstone Circuit is one of the most historic tracks on the Formula 1 calendar. It hosted the first world championship race in 1950 and has hosted 57 British GPs since.

24 Fords that were never built

Nobody’s home: Phoenix cop left talking to customer support after pulling over driverless taxi

Nobody’s home: Phoenix cop left talking to customer support after pulling over driverless taxi - The unmanned vehicle was pulled over after allegedly driving in ‘opposing lanes of traffic’, according to a Phoenix police officer

MotoGP German GP: Vinales on record pace in FP2 as Marquez suffers huge crash

The Aprilia rider set a new lap record as Marquez forced to settle for Q1.

‘I’m just slow’ – Lewis Hamilton makes Mercedes admission after British GP practice

Lewis Hamilton has claimed Mercedes "have work to do" to match McLaren at Silverstone, where a team radio message caught the eye.

Springboks fan-favourite spotted with brand-new set of wheels worth over R2 MILLION!

This Springboks fan-favourite has just got himself a brand-new shiny set of wheels worth millions! Check out his new ride,

Brazen thief walks a motorcycle out of a car park

Watch the shocking moment a brazen thief walks a motorcycle out of a car park.

DRIVEN: New Toyota Hilux Raider 48V impresses with its smooth performance

I doubt that the 48V Hilux is quicker than the normal garden variety but where the mild hybrid system does make a difference is on pull away and passing.

F1 British GP: Norris completes Friday clean sweep as rain scuppers late FP2 runs

McLaren's Lando Norris set a 1m26.549s in FP2 as rain curtailed final long-run plans

17 rare AMG Mercedes in no-reserve sale