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Hertz says it lost another $195M from EV bet

Hertz Global reported higher-than-expected quarterly losses on Thursday, which sent shares down by more than 24%. The company's total losses were $588 million.

Car driver dies in crash with lorry

The 57-year-old driver of a mini died at the scene near Bingfield in Northumberland.

Hyundai Kona Electric Now Cheaper To Lease Than Gas Kona

The large battery Kona Electric leases for just $199 a month with $1,579 down.

A century of speed: Britain’s fastest cars

They say don't leave valuables in parked cars in San Francisco. Rep. Adam Schiff didn't listen

LOS ANGELES (AP) — San Francisco has earned an unwelcome national reputation for car burglaries that U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff was reminded of the hard way: The Democratic congressman had his luggage swiped from his car while it was parked in a downtown garage. With his formal clothing gone, Schiff ended up at a fundraising dinner Thursday for his U.S. Senate campaign dressed like he was headed to a Los Angeles Dodgers game — in shirt sleeves and an...

Tesla Cybertruck Teardown Continues With A Look At Its Steer-By-Wire System

The Tesla Cybertruck is one of the first passenger vehicles with no mechanical link between the steering wheel and the wheels.

Volvo Crashed Its Biggest SUV into Its Smallest in the Name of Safety

The mighty EX90 T-boned the tiny EX30, on purpose.

Car racing techniques that'll make you a better driver

Driving is an essential part of many people's lives. It is one the best ways to move around without having to rely on public transport, and indeed the only option to do so in some parts of the world. You can get a driver's license, but you won't really learn how to drive until you've actually done it for some time. You will learn how to react in certain circumstances and drive in a number of different weather and road conditions. After some time, you can become a quite proficient driver. But how do you take it a step further? How do you improve and learn new driving skills? Well, not in a regular driving school, that's for sure. One way to delve into advanced driving techniques is to look at what pro racing drivers do. After all, you can always learn from the best at any given activity. There are a number of techniques and tips that can help you become an even better driver. With these under your (seat)belt you will be able to drive safer and more efficiently than ever. From defensive driving techniques, to full-on racing tips, put the pedal to the metal and cruise through this gallery. You'll be a better driver at the end of it, or at least you'll have the tools to become one.

Hungary opens up to Chinese tech despite protests

Hungary is attempting to be a world power in manufacturing electric vehicle batteries, despite locals' reservations.

Queen Elizabeth II’s Daimler V8 for sale

Da Costa: FIA must "find another way" other than disqualifying cars post-race

Formula E driver Antonio Felix da Costa believes that the FIA must “find another way” other than disqualification for cars that fail post-race checks “for the good of the sport”.

Removing EDSA bike lanes is the wrong thing to do

IT is a fantasy for the MMDA to claim that removing the bike lanes on EDSA will improve traffic. From decades of experience, we know that removing the bike lanes do very little as more road space for motor vehicles leads to greater motor vehicle use due to the phenomenon of induced demand. "Adding highway lanes to deal with traffic congestion is like loosening your belt to cure obesity," as Lewis Mumford put it in 1955. With EDSA constantly...

Binder “had my bike back” in Jerez MotoGP practice breakthrough

KTM’s Brad Binder says he “had my bike back” after making a breakthrough with set-up on Friday at the MotoGP Spanish Grand Prix.

30 unlikely competition cars

Formula E at Monaco: How to watch, stream the 2024 Monaco E-Prix

Formula E's season hits the halfway mark at the legendary Monaco street circuit

What Are the Financial Repercussions of Driving Without Insurance?

Thinking of skipping out on car insurance? It might seem like a cost-saving move at first, but the financial implications of driving uninsured can be massive and multifaceted. Let's dive into the...

DOTr to continue promoting cycling, walking, light electric vehicles

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Friday committed to continue promoting cycling, walking and the use of light electric vehicles amid proposals to modify bicycle and motorcycle lanes in Edsa. According to the DOTr, in line with the National Transport Policy (NTP) and the Philippine Development Plan 2023-2028 (PDP), it will commit to continue promoting the use of non-motorized transport (NMT) and light electric...

Owners of SUVs linked to Batangas shabu haul identified

MANILA, Philippines — Police have identified the owners of the two sport utility vehicles linked to 1.4 tons of shabu valued at P9.68 billion that were seized in Alitagtag, Batangas last week. A white Ford Explorer and a black Toyota Land Cruiser were found around 400 meters apart in Barangay Sta. Lucia in San Luis, Pampanga. Col. Jean Fajardo, Philippine National Police spokesperson, said the Land Cruiser was registered under the name of the...

The Alfa Romeo Giulia Is Still Charming Without the V-6

The Ferrari-powered Giulia Quadrifoglio is phenomenal. But the Giulia with the base engine is pretty darn good, too.

This 2018 Tesla Model S Drove 413,000 Miles With Its Original Battery

It’s now on its second battery pack, and the odometer has gone up to 439,000 miles, and it’s still being used daily.

The Kia EV9 GT Arrives January 2025 with 'Enormous Power'

Meanwhile, an updated EV6/EV6 GT and Sportage will debut later this year.

10 Cars You Might Have Missed from the Beijing Auto Show

While we've covered the big debuts from the likes of BMW, Lamborghini, and Mini, here is a roundup of some of the other wild concepts and EVs at the event.

42 cute classic kei cars

KTM's 450 Rally Replica Gets A Major Overhaul For The New Year

New engine, new frame, and a connected system of fuel tanks that holds over 9 gallons are three of the highlights.

Some Small SUVs Show Worrying Results in Updated Crash-Avoidance Tech Tests

The Chevrolet Equinox, Mazda CX-5, Mitsubishi Outlander, and Volkswagen Taos all received poor ratings in this updated test.

Jeepney driver in Tarlac offers passengers free drinking water

Commuters in Tarlac get a respite from the scorching heat through the kindness of a jeepney driver in Tarlac, according to the "Good Night Vibes" story on "Saksi." Joel Bondoc offers his passengers free cold drinking water inside his vehicle. He has a water jug filled with mineral water and some plastic cups for any one who wants to drink. Joel said this is his way of showing his concern for commuters who travel despite the very warm weather. He...

British Army says horses that bolted and ran loose in central London continue 'to be cared for'

LONDON (AP) — The military horses that bolted and ran loose when spooked by construction noise in central London earlier this week “continue to be cared for and closely observed," the British Army said Friday. In an update on X, formerly Twitter, the Army gave no fresh information on the condition of the two horses — Vida and Quaker — that were operated on. Trojan and Tennyson were the other two who broke loose. Vida, a white horse seen drenched...

All Rivians Under The $80,000 Price Cap Qualify For $3,750 Federal Tax Credit

When leasing, the incentive jumps to $7,500.

2024 Tesla Cybertruck: The InsideEVs 70 MPH Range Test

We fully charge an all-wheel-drive Foundation Series Cybertruck and drive it at 70 mph to find out just how far it can go.

Golf indulging LIV rebels with Ryder Cup carrot leaves sour taste

“That’s it, mate.” You had to admire the succinctness with which Sir Nick Faldo framed one of golf’s most intractable conundrums. Asked once whether Europe’s LIV rebels should ever represent the continent at a Ryder Cup again, the veteran of 11 such contests replied: “The bottom line is they knew what they were doing. They wanted to take the money ...

Hero Electric, Okinawa Autotech get clean chit in FAME scheme violation case

The Heavy Industries Ministry had alleged subsidies under the FAME II Scheme were misused, demanding a total of Rs 249 crore from Okinawa Autotech (Rs 116 crore) and Hero Electric (Rs 133 crore) for alleged breaches of PMP norms that discourage use of imported parts in making electric vehicles.

You Can Now Wear Part of Senna's 1986 Lotus F1 Car On Your Wrist

This piece from Rec Watches is made with reforged aluminum taken from the Lotus 98T John Player Special raced by Arton Senna in 1986.

Ford Lost $130,000 on Every EV It Sold in the First Quarter

The Blue Oval reported an 84 percent drop in revenue in its Model e electric division.

Japanese superstar Ryohei Suzuki trained in Phl for ‘City Hunter’

Remember in February 2023 when we shared in this column that we flew to Tokyo for a yet to be revealed title of one of the biggest budgeted films in recent years? Well, surprise! It’s the much-anticipated live-action adaptation of the legendary manga City Hunter, which sold over 50 million copies to date and is much loved globally. Finally, after more than a year, we can now share what went down during the trip. I remember that it was our first...

Israeli minister Ben-Gvir slightly hurt in car accident

By Rami Amichay RAMLE, Israel (Reuters) -Israel's hardline national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir was slightly hurt in a car accident and taken to hospital on Friday, police said, adding that they were investigating the circumstances. Video aired on Israeli media showed the car Ben-Gvir was travelling in had flipped over. Police commissioner Kobi Shabtai told reporters two other people were

Car Prices Remain High — Is Buying Out-of-State the Answer?

Whether you're looking to buy a specific make or model that isn't readily available or want to take advantage of a great deal, there's no reason to limit your car hunting to your home state besides...

End of the road? Jeepneys face uncertain future

MANILA, Philippines — The first jeepneys rolled onto the streets of the Philippines just after World War II — noisy, smoke-belching vehicles initially made from leftover US Jeeps that became a national symbol. Seven decades later, the colorfully decorated vehicles face an existential threat from a plan to replace them with modern mini-buses. Easy to fix and cheap to ride, the vehicles grew in size and length to become the backbone of the...

Tesla Model Y Vs. Tesla Model 3 Compared: Range, Price, Efficiency And More

Both vehicles offer compelling range estimates, and they’re still on the cheaper side of the EV spectrum. Which is best for you?

Daimler Truck braces for possible strike in 3 southern US states

Around 7,200 workers with Daimler Truck in three southern US states were poised Friday for a potential strike as labor contract talks headed down to the wire. Representatives for the United Auto Workers and Daimler Truck have been in talks over a new contract to replace the one that expires at midnight Friday night for workers who build long-haul trucks and buses.

Here's An Exceedingly Nerdy Explanation of GM's Ultium Battery System

We spoke with Jerry Beemer, the head of GM’s EV Propulsion team.

Harley-Davidson Should Give Up On Electric Motorcycles

LiveWire was a cool experiment hampered by high costs and lackluster vision.

MMDA fines 105 in road clearing operation

MANILA, Philippines — One hundred five people were fined at least P1,000 each for leaving obstructions such as tables, chairs and vehicles as well as food carts and stalls during a road clearing operation yesterday in preparation for the closure of the EDSA-Kamuning flyover on May 1. Personnel from the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) Special Operations Group Strike Force cleared Panay Avenue, Scout Borromeo street and Sergeant...

Now that's cool: Buy a new book, get a used one for free at Ferguson Books in North Dakota

Opened in 2010, Ferguson Books & More sells new and used books in West Fargo and Bismarck, North Dakota.

Lawrence Stroll ‘in early talks’ to sell minority Aston Martin stake – report

Changes coming at Silverstone?

Marquez says Ducati MotoGP bike adaptation “is finished”

Marc Marquez says that his adaptation to the Ducati MotoGP bike has now “finished” and he can now “work on the small details”.

Just one out of 10 SUVs receives 'good' crash test rating

The Subaru Forester is the only small SUV that received a "good" rating during an updated crash test, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

'Critical safety gap' between Tesla drivers, systems cited as NHTSA launches recall probe

A probe by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation is looking into Tesla's safety fix for its self-driving features in 2 million cars after crashes.

NYC Drivers to Start Paying Congestion Tolls on June 30

Drivers heading into New York City’s traffic-clogged central business district will start paying a congestion pricing toll on June 30, according to the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.

Tesla Autopilot Linked To 13 Deaths, Hundreds Of Crashes In New Investigation

Moreover, U.S. federal regulators are probing whether a December Tesla recall actually fixed the safety issues with Autopilot and FSD.

More space eyed for sustainable transport modes

THE Department of Transportation (DoTr) said Friday that it is designating and reclaiming more road space, and providing safe infrastructure for more efficient and sustainable modes of transport, such as bike lanes and walkways, as it seeks solutions to the perennial traffic problem. The DoTr stated this after the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) disclosed that it is considering the removal of bicycle lanes on EDSA and...