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Stephenson workshop repurposed as business centre

Original fittings from the workshop where Robert Stephenson built steam engines have been kept.

10 car makers that didn’t just make cars

Spitfire Women: Blue plaque unveiled for WW2 pilot

Freydis Sharland was also British Air Racing Champion and a trailblazer for women in aviation.

Valtteri Bottas opens up on clandestine Williams meeting after paddock spot

A reunion of Valtteri Bottas and Williams? The Finn set tongues wagging as he was spotted in the Williams motorhome on Saturday...

Why is surface dressing being done in Derbyshire?

A councillor answers questions about county roads being sealed and covered in chippings.

Families and bike enthusiasts joined the 'Pedal for People and Planet' bike ride

Families and bike enthusiasts joined the 'Pedal for People and Planet' bike ride around the University of the Philippines (UP) Academic Oval on Sunday, May 19. The bike ride aimed to advocate for 100% renewable energy and a fossil fuel-free future to protect and promote the health and well-being of families, communities, and the planet. (MB Video by Arnold Quizol)

“Major changes” unlikely to MotoGP’s feeder classes under 2027 rules overhaul

Dorna Sports says “major changes” to the Moto2 and Moto3 categories are unlikely when MotoGP undergoes its rules revolution in 2027.

F1 Imola GP: Piastri leads McLaren 1-2 in FP3 as Perez and Alonso crash out

McLaren topped final practice for Formula 1’s 2024 Imola Grand Prix with a 1-2 led by Oscar Piastri in a session disrupted by crashes for Fernando Alonso and Sergio Perez.

Used Tesla Cybertruck Markups Plummet As Hype Cycle Cools Down

With increased production and decreased launch ferver, the days of $200,000+ used Cybertruck listings are gone for good.

Plans to roll out 'dental vans' to tackle shortage could be shelved

The vehicles, which are kitted out to provide mobile care to rural communities, were announced this year as part of a government effort to allow more people to get attention.

Chinese drivers are demanding smart cars — and that's what they're getting

China's EV companies are packing their vehicles with high-tech features to woo drivers who want "intelligent" vehicles.

Indy 500: How the two-day qualifying system works in 2024

The qualifying format for the Indianapolis 500 is one of the most complicated in all of motorsport, so here’s how it works this weekend for the 2024 edition.

F2 Imola: Colapinto wins sprint with last lap overtake amid stewards' investigation

Franco Colapinto became Formula 2’s sixth winner of the campaign in a sprint race at Imola bookended by drama, though is under investigation for a first lap incident.

4 Sneaky Car Dealership Scams That Will Be Illegal in 2024

Buying a car can feel like walking through a minefield of shady sales tactics. Some deceitful dealerships have long employed a bag of tricks to nickel-and-dime consumers out of their hard-earned cash....

Why owners are scared to drive their electric cars

Electric vehicles are used 20 percent less than gas-run cars as a new survey reveals what's holding many drivers back from buying the futuristic automobiles.

Delayed A12 reconstruction work is £10m over budget

A Freedom of Information (FOI) request also reveals the scheme will finish 75 days late.

Check It Out, Honda’s Fuel-Cell Big Rig, Part of a ‘Hydrogen Future’

Class 8 FCEV will join the 2025 CR-V e:FCEV, a stationary Fuel Cell System, and a driverless Autonomous Work Vehicle at ACT.

Listen to This BMW 2002 Hillclimb Car Rev All the Way to 10,800 RPM

This engine was originally used for Formula 2 racing. It sounds excellent powering a vintage racing BMW.

Bus firm set to take over axed routes seeks drivers

Carousel buses says due to its "major expansion" it now needs more drivers.

Tata Motors hikes investment outlay to Rs 43,000 crore for FY25 on new products and technologies

In FY25, for JLR, the investment will be “more like 3.5 billion pounds, broadly Rs 35,000 crore, because all the product plans we had are coming together (next year)”, Tata Motors Group CFO PB Balaji said in an earnings conference.

20 next-best classic cars

What F1 GPS data reveals about Verstappen’s Imola qualifying save

Max Verstappen’s eighth consecutive Formula 1 pole position - which equals Ayrton Senna's record - owes much to the tow he picked up from Haas driver Nico Hulkenberg – per the GPS data of Imola Q3’s final runs.

New Tesla Model 3 Performance Gets Another $1,000 Price Hike

It still qualifies for the $7,500 federal tax credit, but barely.

4 injured as subdivision perimeter wall collapses on 3 cars

Part of a Las Piñas subdivision perimeter wall collapsed and fell on three cars on Friday, injuring four people. According to a 24 Oras weekend report by Darlene Cay on Saturday, the incident occurred during a downpour with almost zero visibility at around 8 p.m. along River Drive in Barangay Almanza Dos. The sudden collapse damaged two vans and another car, while four passengers received wounds and minor blows to the head. “Sa sobrang lakas po...

I’m a Self-Made Millionaire: Here’s the Luxury Car I Bought (and Regret)

We've all been there (or hope to be!) -- you finally make it big and the first thought is to treat yourself to the car of your dreams. But as these self-made millionaires found out, that flashy set of...

F1 Imola GP – Start time, how to watch, starting grid & TV channel

The 2024 Formula 1 Imola Grand Prix takes place this Sunday on 19 May. Here's how you can watch the seventh race of the 2024 F1 season on TV.

Constantino eyes 3rd LPGT win in row at home

MANILA, Philippines — As the weather sizzles, Harmie Constantino aims to stay red-hot, shooting for a third straight victory on the Ladies Philippine Golf Tour in the ICTSI Villamor Ladies Philippine Masters unfolding on Tuesday, May 21 at the Villamor Golf Club in Pasay City. Having triumphed in the Palos Verdes and Caliraya Springs legs, Constantino also distinguished herself as the top Filipino finisher at joint second in the ICTSI Luisita...

Dakar Rally 2025: Dates, route, new features and more revealed

The Amaury Sport Organisation (ASO) has revealed the route and the dates for the 47th edition of the Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia.

Seaside Ferris wheel gets another spin

The wheel on Felixstowe seafront will operate between February and October.

Dave Ramsey Says Don’t Buy a New Car Unless You Have a $1M Net Worth — Do Experts Agree?

Buying a car can be a pricey affair, but for financial expert and host Dave Ramsey you should not buy a new one unless you have a $1 million net worth. In response to a reader's question in The...

Road closures in place for Scunthorpe 10k

It is expected that 900 runners will take part in the event, which starts in Central Park.

Used EVs are getting cheaper. Should you buy one?

A lot has changed since Tesla started development on its $100,000 Roadster 20 years ago.

Motorcyclists encouraged to sign up for safety sessions

The classes were brought back because of the high number of accidents, Cumbria Fire and Rescue said.

Driver dies after four-vehicle motorway crash

A man dies after a crash between two lorries and two cars on a motorway, police say.

Awesome Alfa Romeo barn-find haul revisited

Xiaomi SU7 Reviewed: Yes, China's Apple Car Is That Good

Other automakers: this is what you're up against. Start taking notes.

Go carries fine form into Villamor Masters

Buoyed by a joint runner-up finish in Japan, Lloyd Go is gearing up for a shot at a second Philippine Golf Tour (PGT) victory as he joins the competitive field in the ICTSI Villamor Philippine Masters starting May 21 at Villamor Golf Club in Pasay. Go, who nailed his first PGT win at Palos Verdes last March with a commanding four-stroke victory, has since made impressive strides on the international stage. He tied for second place in the ABEMA...

'India won't change EV policy to suit a specific company': Amitabh Kant says no special treatment for Elon Musk's Tesla

India's EV policy, designed to attract investments in domestic manufacturing, incentivises companies to set up production facilities within the country.

1969 De Tomaso Mangusta Is Today's Bring a Trailer Pick

Fast, fragile, and drop-dead gorgeous, Alejandro de Tomaso's Cobra killer is the definition of exotic.

We donated our family car after 22 years. A piece of us is now missing.

My parents donated the car they got when I was a toddler. We made so many memories in that car, and now I'm grieving that it is gone.

Crash between tractor and car closes part of A38

Part of the A38 is closed at Chudleigh Knighton after a crash between a car and a tractor.

6 Cars That Are Plummeting in Value

When buying a car, many people hope to make a worthwhile purchase that will serve them for an extended amount of time. Then, when they're ready to upgrade to a new vehicle, people hope to get a decent chunk of change when they decide to sell their used ride.

Amid wild Chicago rumours, F1 eyes more races in Asia

Formula 1 has no plans to add a fourth US race but is keen to expand its presence in Asia, which could have consequences for European venues.

Super Formula Autopolis: Makino finally claims maiden series victory

Tadasuke Makino finally ended his Super Formula victory drought with a dominant drive in the second round of the season at Autopolis.

Man dies in two-car crash on A44

The 26-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene, police say.

Ducati’s Ayrton Senna-Inspired Monster Is a Work of Art

On the eve of the race where one of the F1 greats lost his life 30 years ago, Ducati gave us something to commemorate his legacy.

12 Car Brands That Will Break Down Twice as Fast as the Average Vehicle

Having an open mind about brand reputation, space, performance, looks and even price is a great thing to carry when you're on the prowl for a used car. However, having detailed reliability data from...

Sainz: Ferrari F1 upgrade expectations "completely out of reality"

Carlos Sainz says his Ferrari Formula 1 team's upgrade package for Imola "worked exactly as we expected", calming down the "out of reality" expectations in Italy.

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DoH set to advance road safety awareness

CITING the yearly average of 12,000 fatalities due to road incidents, the Department of Health (DoH) has expressed a firm resolve to advance awareness and understanding of road safety as the country prepares to observe Road Safety Month this May. Road Safety Month is being observed under Proclamation 115-A, signed in November 1966 by then-president Ferdinand Marcos Sr., with the aim of promoting responsible road use by raising awareness of the...