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Volvo EX30

Volvo moves one market niche smaller to bring in younger, climate-conscious buyers

Xpeng’s New EV Sedan Is Actually A Hatchback With A Record-Setting Drag Coefficient

The $20,000 Tesla Model 3-rivaling Mona M03 has a three-foot-long active air intake and a huge, 22 cubic feet trunk.

From da Vinci to the drone: a brief history of the helicopter

The idea of a machine that could fly from a vertical takeoff was first mooted by Leonardo da Vinci as far back as the early 1480s. Over the next four hundred years or so, inventors, engineers, and aviation pioneers developed the idea of a rotocraft, in which lift and thrust are supplied by horizontally-spinning rotors. The first modern helicopters appeared in the late 1930s, and today they are a familiar sight in skies around the world. More recently, the advent of the quadcopter, often referred to as a drone, has seen da Vinci's original concept come full circle. Intrigued? Click through the following gallery for a brief look at the history of the helicopter.

Maintenance tips that will extend the life of your car

Whether new or used, a car is an expensive investment. These days, people are keeping cars for longer before trading them in or upgrading them, so it's important to keep your vehicle in good working order to maximize its lifespan and minimize repairs. In addition to routine maintenance services, what else can you do to look after your car? This gallery contains all the answers. Click on to discover the best car maintenance hints and tips today.

The best electric pick-ups on sale today

Van life to Wimbledon debut at 29: Billy Harris' hard journey to SW19

For years Billy Harris travelled between lower tier matches in his converted Ford Transit van sleeping in McDonald's car parks and living off cans of tuna.

Axe to grind: 25 famous guitars and their rock star owners

Ever since Chuck Berry hot-wired the "jump blues" sound in the 1950s, the electric guitar has been the soul of rock-and-roll. The plugged-in, amplified twang and squeal sounded like noise to adults, but for kids all over the world, it was the sound of rebellion.

2025 Rivian Owner's Stuck Accelerator Pedal Highlights Floor Mat Issue

Rivian owners may want to watch out: floor mats are different on the new cars, and one owner says the accelerator pedal could stick.

Big change to driver's licence tests coming next week

The Transport Minister says test bookings, test failure rates, and no-shows have "increased significantly" in recent months.

Four Three-Row Electric SUVs Raced From Colorado To Vegas. Charging Got Tricky

A Tesla Model X, Kia EV9, Rivian R1S and Mercedes EQS SUV compete for the title of ultimate electric family SUV.

11 Spider-Man Comics to Read After Seeing ‘Across the Spider-Verse’

We've got your Miles Morales fix right here.

Tesla Delivered Only 443,956 Vehicles In Q2 2024, Produced 410,831

Deliveries slightly exceeded expectations in Q2 2024.

This Super Small, Rotary Combustion Engine Could Power Your Next Motorcycle

It's not a rotary, per se, but the internals do rotate.

Honda signs retiring Espargaro to expand MotoGP test team

Espargaro to move to Honda in test role following retirement from racing

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Sales Hit New U.S. Record In Q2 2024

Overall, EV total sales increased 33% during the first half of the year.

Genesis unveils a new high-performance supercar for Gran Turismo showcased at the 2024 Busan Motor Show

The Genesis has unveiled a new supercar, the X Gran Racer Vision Gran Turismo Concept, developed for the Gran Turismo game, but also exists as a full-scale model.

Gladiator 2 first look sees Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal lock swords, with an unrecognizable Joseph Quinn as a sadistic emperor

The first official look at Gladiator 2 is here

Hyundai launches Inster, a new affordable electric vehicle with innovative design and high performance

Hyundai unveiled the new Inster EV at the 2024 Busan International Mobility Show in South Korea. This A-segment electric vehicle is based on the Hyundai Casper but has been modified with a longer wheelbase and an innovative electric powertrain.

First Drive: The Valour Is Proof Aston Martin Can Still Make a Perfect Car

With a V-12 and a manual, this car is special. But it's only for a limited few.

The worst drivers in the US come from these states

Ever since motor vehicles became popular in the 20th century, car-related accidents have continued to exist as well. This is especially true for the US, which has over 300 million vehicles and is among the countries that produce the most cars in the world. In 2023 alone, an estimated 19,515 people died in motor vehicle traffic crashes. But which state has the worst drivers? To find out, Forbes compared all the states, including looking at different types of dangerous driving behavior. Curious? Click on to see where your state landed in the ranking.

Don’t Buy a BMW Until You Check out These New Updates

Hold off on buying a new BMW motorcycle until you read this.

Land Rover Defender Octa: This Is It

The SUV can hit 60 mph in 3.8 seconds and reach a top speed of 155 mph.

Get Ready, BMW Just Teased Its Off-Road R 1300 GS Adventure

Does anyone fancy a 'Long Way Round'?

20 mid-engined classic car marvels

‘Women feel even more left behind’: How electric cars drove a gender divide

The car industry’s “woman problem” has long been a subject of criticism, from macho advertising to the lack of female-shaped crash-test dummies. It was hoped that the dawn of electric vehicles (EVs) might offer a useful moment to turn the page – but on current trends, electric car cheerleaders risk being disappointed. Worrying research by online de...

This EV Prototype Can Charge To 80% In Under Five Minutes

The batteries in Nyobolt’s electric sports car can last over 600,000 miles with minimal degradation, the company said.

30 things your car mechanic won't tell you

Unless your car is brand new, you'll likely need some maintenance during a given year, from minor oil changes to big repairs. Most car mechanics are ethical, but some may convince you they need to perform maintenance work that isn't necessary. What are the kinds of things a mechanic won't tell you and what should you be aware of before your next visit to the garage? Click through this informative gallery to find out more.

This Couple Drove An EV Through 38 Countries. Here's How They Charged In The Middle Of Nowhere

DC charging is usually reserved for high-powered stations. Not this time, though.

2024 John Deere Classic tee times, TV coverage, viewer's guide

Ladies and gentlemen, start your (tractor) engines! The PGA Tour is back in the Quad Cities for the John Deere Classic, featuring two-time event winner Jordan Spieth, last year’s victor Sepp Straka and Jason Day for the first time since 2011. This will be Spieth’s first time competing in the tournament since 2015, a year in which he also won. So he...

Confirmed: A Mazda MX-5 Miata 35th Anniversary Edition Is Coming Soon

It could be green.

Confirmed: Audi Q6 E-Tron Sportback And RS Q6 E-Tron Coming Next Year

Audi also said that a PPE-platform-based A6 is also in the works.

Honda's New Battery Packs Can Power Your Scooter or Your Home

Meet the Honda Power Pod e:

'Reckless': Drunk motorist towing boat on SH1 was over five times the legal limit

"This sort of driving behaviour is incredibly reckless and unacceptable."

21 luxury Vauxhalls

This KTM Dirt Bike Is Probably More Than You Can Handle, Sorry

If your name isn't Manny Lettenbichler, keep moving.

Gladiator 2 trailer release date announced with epic first look cast pictures

Gladiator 2's trailer release date has been announced alongside first look pictures of Ridley Scott's cast.

Road cone use ‘excessive’ and ‘unecessary’ says Mid Canterbury farmer

Ray Logan has had enough of the "over-the-top" use of road cones at the Ashburton Domain.

Inside Spain's smallest city - where fewer than 300 people live and the streets are too narrow for cars

Welcome to Frias. Despite its minuscule size, it retains a city status that was granted in 1435 by King Juan II of Castile.

'Virtually Any Vehicle,' Eh? That's What This Trailer Claims Can Haul It

Disclaimer: The fine print does say otherwise. Sorry, Motocompacto.

Aussies left stunned after discovering the meaning behind carpark sign

Find out the surprising meaning behind this parking sign that has everybody talking.

The best-selling cars in the world

The data's taken a while to crunch, but let's take a look at the biggest-selling cars in the world in 2023

How VTEC Works: An Explainer

A closer look at one of the most iconic names in engineering.

The history of road travel via motorways, highways, and freeways

The Romans are credited with establishing the first road networks, created specifically to transport troops and supplies to far-flung corners of the empire. But it wasn't until the early years of the 20th century that the idea of roads built solely for motor traffic, or controlled-access highways, shifted into gear. The world's first motorway was inaugurated in 1924. Soon afterwards, plans for an interstate highway system in the United States were being drafted. Meanwhile in Germany, the Autobahn caught the imagination of many. Today, motorways and freeways can be found in numerous countries. But what drove the urge to build these extraordinary vehicular platforms in the first place? Click on, get in gear, and accelerate through the history of road travel.

600 helpers, 10,000 working hours - How the Norisring DTM circuit is built in two weeks

Norisring is preparing to host its annual DTM round this weekend. Here’s a look at the Herculean effort it takes to transform the streets of Nuremberg into a 2.3km circuit.

29 creative ways to modernise your motorhome

Here's how to revamp your RV with clever ideas to make your tiny home on wheels a practical pleasure on the road

Toyota Is Making Pizzas in a Hydrogen-Powered Stone Oven

Employees are also making croissants during the workday.

Epic tank battles that shaped history

In 1916 during the First World War, a terrifying new weapon was introduced to the battlefield: the tank. This formidable-looking armored fighting vehicle heralded the era of mechanized warfare and was subsequently used throughout all the major military conflicts of the 20th century. In fact, there are some encounters recognized for their near-exclusive use of the tank as a primary weapon of war. So, what are history's greatest tank battles? Click through and be reminded of how this versatile mobile weapons platform was used, and the conflicts it took part in.

Former school superintendent, 81, dead after being run over by a car backing out of McDonald’s parking spot

Former school superintendent, 81, dead after being run over by a car backing out of McDonald’s parking spot - George Stepp, 81, was at the McDonald’s in Lewisville, Texas, when accident took place

Driver sparks panic going wrong way on M4 in West London

The bizarre incident occurred on the eastbound stretch of the motorway near Heston, west London at 9:18pm on Friday.

As cycling boomed in 19th-century America, its Black stars shone bright

When cycling first took the US by storm in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Black Americans joined in the new pastime. One Black cyclist, Marshall “Major” Taylor, became a world champion in 1899. Yet American cycling installed a color line in professional racing. Opportunities became so limited that Black competitors had to take them wherever they could find them – including on the vaudeville stage and in Europe. Their story is documented...