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F1 British GP: Norris tops FP1 after early red flag

Lando Norris beat Lance Stroll to the fastest FP1 lap at the British Grand Prix, as Yuki Tsunoda produced an early red flag

Oliver Bearman is the 'proud' teenager who has a TikTok superstar girlfriend and was just 18 months old when Lewis Hamilton made his debut - now a full-time F1 driver, he'll look to emulate him by becoming a future world champion

Bearman (left) picked up six World Championship points - still more than six drivers on this grid - in his Ferrari back in March as cover, showing off the talent he possesses amid a stint in Formula Two.

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.

How Mercedes has escaped its false dawn F1 curse

Mercedes has reached breakthroughs before, only to fall flat in the current Formula 1 ground-effect era. But the team lays out why this time it is different

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.’

LA to Vegas and Nearly Back On One Tank, BMW's New R 1300 GS Adventure Goes Far

Iron butts are now single tanks of fuel long.

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.

F1 champion Hamilton “interested” in MotoGP amid Gresini buyout links

The seven-time Formula 1 world champion admits interest in a MotoGP business venture

So You Just Got Trapped In Your EV With Electronic Door Latches. What To Do

Most electric vehicles have electronic door release mechanisms that need power, but there is a workaround.

Ex-Sundowns and Chiefs star ‘Killer’ QUITS car salesman job

Former Mamelodi Sundowns star Katlego 'Killer' Mphela has left his job at VW according to his business partner.

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.

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.

Road rage driver who rammed car trying to overtake him is spared jail

A road rage driver has dodged jail after ramming a car on a dual carriageway in North Wales. Paul Woodward was before Caernarfon Crown Court charged with dangerous driving.

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!

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

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

Eric Adams says man who drove through park may be under the influence

New York City Mayor Eric Adams says the man in the Ford F-150 pickup truck that drove through Corlears Hook Park and killed at least three people in the Lower East Side appears to have been under the influence.

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.

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

Hilarious or reckless?: Watch as 2 grown men caught squeezed in Toyota Yaris boot

A TikTok video showed two men sitting uncomfortably in the boot of a small Toyota Yaris. The clip garnered many views and sparked mixed reactions.

24 Fords that were never built

Amazon Electric Vans Ignite In Houston Heat. Rivian Rules Out Battery Fault

The Fourth of July week didn’t go as planned for three Rivian Amazon electric delivery vans in Houston.

WRC launches female driver programme

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

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.

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.

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.

2024 Volkswagen ID.4 Review: Much Better, With An Asterisk

With more range and upgraded software, the ID.4 is much better—provided you spring for the higher trims.

Gasly set for British GP grid penalty

Alpine is handing Pierre Gasly an all-new Formula 1 power unit, exceeding his 2024 allowance.

Spar Women’s Challenge launches Joburg 10km race

The Spar Women’s 10km challenge has launched the Joburg event, scheduled for 6 October at Marks Park Sports Centre.

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.

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.

Fury as AI speed cameras that 'spy inside' cars set to be rolled out

AI speed cameras that can 'spy inside' cars are set to be rolled out across the UK to catch drivers using mobile phones or failing to wear seatbelts.

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.

20 facts you might not know about 'Captain America: The First Avenger'

Coming up with 20 facts about Captain America: The First Avenger? We could do this all day.

Red Bull brings updated F1 floor to British Grand Prix

Red Bull aims to eke out more performance from RB20 F1 car with floor updates for British Grand Prix

Watch: Family surprises emotional father with a Mercedes-Benz

A father received a Mercedes-Benz from his family when he celebrated his 50th birthday. People online felt emotional and flooded the comment section with love.

British teen Oliver Bearman signs for Haas F1 team for 2025

Teenage British driver Oliver Bearman will compete for the Haas team in Formula One next season, the US team announced on Thursday.

You Can Buy a New Toyota Mirai for Half the Price

Not convinced yet? You can even get it with zero percent financing for 72 months.

McLaren wing catches the eye as teams arrive for the British Grand Prix

The teams have brought their cars to the British Grand Prix, and it's a home race for much of the grid. Let's take an early look at them...

The Polestar 4 Is Good. Too Bad The Zeekr 001 Is Better

One Geely Group cousin has some tricks that Polestar doesn't, like an 800-volt architecture.

IndyCar hybrid power could replace push-to-pass

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

Moodley ready to rumble the field in the HDJ

Riding Flag Man, jockey Serino Moodley might just be the one to beat in Saturday’s Hollywoodbets Durban July (HDJ). Independent Newspapers got up close and personal with the 27-year-old who will be racing another seven races before the main one on Saturday.

11 cute but crazy mini electric vehicles

Facelifted Hyundai i20 touches down in Mzansi, and it’s cheaper than before

Hyundai is upping its hatchback game with a fresh new look for the B-segment hatchback as well as lower pricing.

Legend or Lemon? Our verdict on the world’s most controversial cars

We take a close look at the cars that sharply divided opinion, and deliver a verdict that we hope that will satisfy many of you

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

Rosberg launches sustainable study of Silverstone

Nico Rosberg joins forces with Oxford University and the British Grand Prix to assess the race's environmental impact

🎥 Pogacar gets scorn online after maneuvering and "causing" fall Bilbao, Slovenian self-critical

In a Tour stage that, except for the historical finish, was otherwise uneventful, there was a near-miss incident shortly after we got halfway through the race. The yellow jersey wearer, Tadej Pogacar, miraculously avoided a crash. The Slovenian UAE Team Emirates superstar managed to evade a road obstacle just in time thanks to his bike-handling skills, but his maneuver did result in Pello Bilbao crashing, as the Spaniard went down as a...

Oliver Bearman: The rise of Britain’s next Formula 1 star

Ollie Bearman will join the F1 grid with Haas in 2025. Here’s how he went from karter to grand prix driver in four seasons

Tiny road hazard creates chaos as 20 motorists lose their tyres

Drivers have issued a warning to other motorists to be careful after an unknown culprit committed a disgraceful act at a Queensland intersection.

Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Review: It’s unlike any Volvo you’ve ever imagined

That’s both a good thing and a bad thing as we found out after spending a week with this innovative and incredibly fast Swedish-Chinese creation.