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Smart Concept #5 Previews Brand’s First Midsize Electric SUV

The #5 is huge for a Smart and features a battery pack with over 100 kilowatt-hours of capacity.

Petrol prices rise above 150p per litre for the first time this year

Data from website Fuel Prices Online shows typical pump prices reached 150.1p per litre on Monday.

The New Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Costs $65,395

That’s over $8,000 more expensive than the Ford Ranger Raptor.

Electric vehicles are 'direct wealth transfer' from owners of gas-powered vehicles to EV owners, experts say

Experts warned that EVs pose numerous problems including technological, affordability, range, weather, infrastructure and economic concerns.

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Rivian Discounts R1 EVs By Up To $5,000 When You Trade In A Gas-Guzzling SUV

Buyers or lessees who trade in also get one free year of charging on the Rivian Adventure Network.

The 2024 Porsche Macan Electric Is Just Too Expensive

Porsche has built a fantastic EV crossover. But you will have to spend a lot more money than the last Macan to get the one you want.

The New Tesla Model 3 Performance Hits 60 MPH in 2.9 Seconds

With 510 horsepower and a 0-60 mph time of 2.9 seconds, it’s the most powerful Model 3 ever.

Affordability, charging structures remain keys to growth of electric car sales

Affordability, charging structures remain keys to growth of electric car sales

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2025 Range Rover EV Shown Testing in Arctic Circle

Land Rover's first fully electric vehicle was shown testing in frigid temperatures near the Arctic Circle ahead of its arrival in the near future.

The Biggest Smart Ever Is a Wannabe Off-Roader

The mid-size SUV is a far cry from the dinky ForTwo.

Honda to build major EV plant in Canada, says gov’t source

MONTREAL, Canada — Japanese auto giant Honda will open an electric vehicle plant in eastern Canada, a Canadian government source familiar with the multibillion-dollar project told AFP on Monday. The federal government and the province of Ontario, where the plant will be built, will both provide some financial incentives for the deal, according to the source, who spoke on condition of anonymity. The official announcement is due Thursday, though...

Ranking the top 10 BTCC liveries

The British Touring Car Championship has always been awash with colour and style icons. But, in this latest top 10, here’s how we rank the best liveries of all time

Every Hot Hatchback You Can Still Buy In 2024

Icons like the Civic Type R and GTI are still around. But hot hatchbacks have gotten scarce.

Wales' 20mph overhaul to start in September

Process to revert some roads from 20mph to 30 to begin in the autumn, minister says.

Quad Lock Has New Mounts For Cruiser Motorcycles With Thick Bars

You can have it in either black or chrome to suit your steed’s styling.

Ferrari set to announce Hewlett-Packard as title sponsor, per report

According to reports Ferrari will have a new title sponsor as well as a new driver for next season

What is a wildcard in MotoGP and why is it used?

MotoGP has a wildcard system in place which can bring many benefits to a constructor - but what is it?

Ferrari announces Miami F1 livery change to mark US anniversary

Ferrari will change from its iconic red livery at the upcoming Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix, with blue set to feature on the SF-24.

California, 21 other states back EPA vehicle emissions rules

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A group of 22 states led by California and five cities are backing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's new tailpipe emissions rules after 25 Republican-led states sued last week. The lawsuit filed Thursday challenges the 2027-2032 model year EPA vehicle emissions rules that aim to cut fleetwide tailpipe emissions for cars and light trucks by nearly 50% over 2026

Kia Cuts EV9 Price By $7,500 With New Discount Offer

Kia’s new offer means the EV9 costs $48,895 with zero percent interest.

The Olympus Rally Is One of the Most Underrated Events in Motorsports

We went to the 30th running of the American Rally Association's Olympus Rally in the forests of rural Washington.

Strava data shows changes in ‘human-powered’ commutes

Strava data shows changes in ‘human-powered’ commutes -

Hunt for Range Rover theft suspect

Police have issued an image from CCTV of a man they want to speak to.

Crackdown nets 1,707 blinkers

MANILA, Philippines — At least 1,707 sirens, blinkers and similar signaling or flashing devices have been confiscated by the Highway Patrol Group (HPG) in the past month. Data from the HPG showed that 300 of the seized items were blinkers while 11 were sirens. HPG director Brig. Gen. Alan Nazarro said a majority of the illegal attachments were LED lamps at 957; fog lights, 179; modified mufflers, 134; horns, 78, and strobe lights, 48. At least...

This All Electric Jet Ski Can Charge To Full in Just An Hour

Silent hysterics with an EV jet ski? Sign us up.

Cadillac’s Lyriq Is Becoming a Dark Horse In the US Electric Car Wars

Luxury SUVs are the only bright spot left in the American EV market, and GM’s new Caddy is outselling models from Mercedes and BMW.

Polestar Joins EV-Tech Crossover With Made-for-China Smartphone

First, Chinese carmaker Nio Inc. released a smartphone. Then tech giant Xiaomi Corp. launched an electric vehicle.

Struggling EV Startup Fisker Could Go Bankrupt Within 30 Days

Things are looking increasingly dire for the California-based electric car company.

KTM's Updated XC And XC-F Dirt Bikes Give You Pro-Level Race Tech

Will an improved chassis and upgraded tech make these bikes the ultimate cross country racers?

Ford F-150, Honda Accord Most Traded In Vehicles For Used EVs: CarMax

Meanwhile, Toyota remains the most traded-in brand when buying a used EV such as the Tesla Model 3.

Jeremy Clarkson's girlfriend Lisa Hogan given criminal record warning

Jeremy Clarkson's girlfriend Lisa Hogan given criminal record warning - The couple return to Prime Video next month with the third series of Clarkson’s Farm

SPOT.ph Roundup: Car Accessories to Keep Your Ride Cool

No hot wheels here.

25 most expensive cars in this week’s Mullin Collection sale

Judgment Day Arrives For Elon Musk And Tesla

Plus, Subaru gets an AI-upgrade to EyeSight and American youth's familiarity with Chinese EV makers spells trouble for U.S. brands.

Piston holds picket at SC to seek TRO vs PUV franchise consolidation

MANILA, Philippines — Jeepney drivers and operators urged the Supreme Court (SC) on Tuesday to act on their appeal for a temporary restraining order (TRO) against the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP). The call was made by transport group Pagkakaisa ng mga Samahan ng Tsuper at Operator Nationwide (Piston) through a picket protest held in front of the SC in Manila. READ: Piston to SC: Stop gov’t orders for jeepney upgrade, Dec...

Mahindra Bolero Neo scores 1 star in GNCAP test

The Mahindra Bolero Neo was recently tested and scored just 1 star in GNCAP test.

This Is the Best Demonstration of Why Half Helmet's Suck and It's In Japanese

No translation needed.

The hero cars of the 1980s

The 80s was a time of great music, quirky fashion and some downright brilliant cars - prepare for nostalgia

New York City’s Electric Rideshare Cars Surpass Two Million Trips In March

In the first quarter of 2024, NYC saved some 731,000 gallons of gas thanks to electric rideshare cars.

'Many changes coming soon': Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal unveils new design of Ola app

Key among the visual changes is a redesigned bottom navigation bar, intended to streamline access to the app's core services

Retro car rally sets off in Devon

More than 40 Nissan Figaro cars began a convoy in Dawlish on Tuesday.

Owners of cars burned in NAIA parking fire have reached out – MIAA

Owners of six of the 19 cars that burned in a recent fire at an outdoor parking lot at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) have reached out to the Manila International Airport Authority. According to an dzBB interview with MIAA spokesperson Attorney Chris Bendijo on Tuesday, the MIAA will not be answering for the private concessionaire regarding the April 22 incident at NAIA Terminal 3. “Sinabi po ng ating general manager (Eric Ines) that...

Kia Carens scores 3 stars in updated Global NCAP crash test

The current model tested was equipped with six airbags as standard.

Jeepney drivers, operators prod SC on TRO vs PUVMP

MANILA, Philippines — Jeepney drivers and operators yesterday asked the Supreme Court (SC) to act on their petition for a temporary restraining order (TRO) against the government’s public utility vehicle modernization program (PUVMP) ahead of the April 30 franchise consolidation deadline. Transport group Pagkakaisa ng mga Samahan ng Tsuper at Operators Nationwide (PISTON) held a protest rally in front of the SC along Padre Faura street in...

This Polaris Build Says "#Vanlife But Make It Off-Road"

A different kind of overlanding for a different kind of adventurer.

Aston Martin unveils new 'Vantage' sports car in India at Rs 3.99 crore

Under the hood, the new Vantage boasts an upgraded 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine.

The Subaru Legacy Is Dead After 2025

Legacy sales have stagnated in recent years. So Subaru is finally pulling the plug.

25 important Alfa Romeo coupes