Dan Ticktum, a 24-year-old British racer, is nearing the end of his contract with the Formula E team ERT, formerly known as NIO 333, after three years in the championship. Despite some standout performances, such…
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McLaren’s Victory in Miami Spurs Mercedes’ Quest for Improvement
Lando Norris secured his first Formula 1 victory at the Miami Grand Prix, marking McLaren’s first win since the 2021 Italian Grand Prix. McLaren’s remarkable turnaround from their previous season’s position has been praised, with…
Gravel Season: A Chance for Tanak to Kickstart his WRC Title Campaign
As the World Rally Championship (WRC) shifts gears towards its traditional gravel season with the upcoming event in Portugal, Hyundai’s Ott Tanak finds himself in fourth place in the championship standings, trailing teammate Thierry Neuville…
GM To Scrap The 2001 Pontiac REV Iconic Concept Car
Recent sightings of the 1990 Cadillac Aurora Concept decaying in a GM lot hinted at its imminent fate, likely bound for the scrap yard. New spy photos emerge, revealing that GM is also bidding farewell…
Northrop Grumman’s Manta Ray: DARPA’s Revolutionary UUV Testing
April saw the revealing of a groundbreaking innovation in unmanned underwater vehicles (UUV), courtesy of Northrop Grumman. Dubbed the Manta Ray, this vehicle emerged after rigorous testing overseen by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency…
Affordable Electric Vehicles Available in the U.S., But With a Speed Limit
Buying a car nowadays can be very expensive. New cars are getting pricier, with the average transaction price nearing $50,000. But there are some new options that are much cheaper. One of them is the…
Car Seat Foam May Contain Carcinogens, Experts Warn
It seems like nowadays, researchers are finding out that even cars might have stuff that can cause cancer. Some chemicals used in car seat foam to stop fires can get into the air inside the…
NYC Protesters Scattered as Car Allegedly Driven by Developer Veers Into Crowd
Once, students at Columbia University protested against the violence in Gaza. The university called the police, and some people on Fox News wanted the protesters to be hurt or killed. It was clear that something…
Gas Stations? Who Needs Them? Shenzhen Leads the Charge with EV Stations
Shenzhen, a major city in China, is now leading the way in charging infrastructure. They’ve reached a milestone: there are more fast-charging stations for electric cars than gas stations in the entire city! This is…
Europe Slows Down on Electric Cars: Sales Drop in March
Electric car sales in Europe hit a bit of a snag in March compared to last year. Sales dropped about 8%, but that’s because March 2023 was a particularly strong month. The first quarter of…
Toyota’s Big Bet: More Electric Cars and Brainy Software on the Way
Toyota just announced record profits of $34.5 billion, and they’re putting it towards the future. Their new CEO is focusing on electric vehicles (EVs) and artificial intelligence (AI), areas where Toyota hasn’t been as active…
Fisker Stalls in Austria: Carmaker Needs Help to Keep Going
Fisker, the electric car company, is facing some bumps in the road. Their Austrian branch filed for reorganization, which is similar to filing for bankruptcy protection in the US. This comes after Magna Steyr, the…
Ferrari Portofino Crash Drama: Dyego Sousa’s Turbulent Ride
Reports emerged of an incident involving Dyego Sousa’s Ferrari in central Madrid, Spain, allegedly crashed by his wife. Upon arriving at the scene, the soccer star found his sports car severely damaged, though fortunately, his…
Audi’s Profits Dropped a Lot, By 74%, Mainly Because They’re Running Short on Engine Parts
Audi faced a significant financial setback in the first quarter as its profits plummeted by a staggering 74 percent compared to the previous year. The primary culprit behind this downturn, as cited by the company,…
US House Judiciary Committee Leader Looks into Why F1 Said No to Andretti
Republican Congressman Jim Jordan has taken action following Mario Andretti’s recent appearance on Capitol Hill, demanding explanations from Formula 1’s owners regarding the decision-making process that led to Andretti’s hopes being dashed. Jordan penned a…
A Memorable ‘Month of May’ Already Underway for Kyle Larson
Kyle Larson clinched a historic victory at Kansas Speedway, seizing the lead from Denny Hamlin in a dramatic overtime finish. His battle against Chris Buescher culminated in a nail-biting win, confirmed only after a thorough…
Bourdais Expects Repaved Laguna Seca to Be At Least a Few Seconds Quicker
Last year, they marked a significant renovation at Laguna Seca with a complete resurfacing of the road course, including the addition of a new pedestrian bridge, as part of a $14.9 million project. Completed by…
Potential Class Action Looms Over Isuzu D-Max, MU-X, And Mazda BT-50 Owners
A “bump steer” issue plaguing Isuzu D-Max, MU-X, and Mazda BT-50 vehicles might pave the way for a class action against the automakers. Owners of the current-generation Isuzu D-Max ute and MU-X SUV, along with…
Watch Out! Thousands of Flood-Damaged Cars from Dubai Might Enter Nigeria’s Used Car Market
Thousands of flood-damaged cars from Dubai in the UAE pose a potential threat to the Nigerian used car market. Unlike those with comprehensive motor insurance, owners with only third-party liability insurance must bear the costs…
Nissan Patrol Drives Through Flooded Dubai Street with Broken Cars, Showing Why It’s Popular in UAE
Last month, Dubai experienced record rainfall, leading to massive flooding in the city streets. Despite the adverse conditions, a video surfaced showing a Nissan Patrol SUV navigating through the flooded roads with ease. This rugged…
NADDC and Auto Key Stakeholder Visit Dangote Sinotruk West Africa as a Friendly Gesture
The National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), under the leadership of Director General Mr. Oluwemimo Joseph Osanipin, recently paid a courtesy visit to Dangote Sinotruk West Africa Limited. This visit aimed to engage with…
Hertz Rental Company Will Sell 10,000 More Electric Cars
Hertz, once optimistic about its transition to electric cars, now faces severe financial setbacks due to overly ambitious plans. Initially, the company celebrated massive orders of electric vehicles, including Teslas, GM cars, and Polestars. However,…
Alligator Encounter: Unusual Mishaps on the Road
A driver rang up their insurance provider, recounting a peculiar incident: “Hi there! An alligator caused my car to plunge.” This was the opening line of a genuine conversation that unfolded in Chalmette, Louisiana, one…
Musk Encourages Buffett to Invest in Tesla Stock
Elon Musk thinks Warren Buffett should buy Tesla stock. Musk tweeted about Buffett, saying, “He should take a position in Tesla. It’s an obvious move.” This came after a tweet suggested that Buffett’s company, Berkshire…
AI In The Crosshairs: Allianz Takes Aim At Fraudulent Insurance Claims
Allianz, an insurance giant, has taken a stand against fraudsters who are utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to manipulate images and fabricate insurance claims. While AI is being employed for various beneficial purposes like cancer detection…
Honda’s Agency Sales Model: Navigating Success Amidst Sales Shifts
In mid-2021, Honda Australia made waves by transitioning to a non-negotiable pricing strategy, sparking a notable decline in sales. Despite this downturn, the brand stands by its decision, affirming that its agency sales model continues…
Fortifying Security: Honda’s Latest Accord Defends Against Digital Intrusion
Honda’s newest Accord boasts a plethora of cutting-edge features aimed at elevating the ownership experience, yet concerns about potential security vulnerabilities have been swiftly dismissed. Laden with internet-connected systems, the new Honda Accord stands as…
Lagos Government Gets Car from London, Mercedes Driver Caught by LASTMA, Police Find 5 Stolen Cars, Sanwo-Olu Updates on 178km of New Roads
In the past week, significant events unfolded across Lagos and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), highlighting both notable achievements and law enforcement efforts. Beginning with Lagos, the State Government received a symbolic addition to its…
Dino Melaye Set to Add Tesla Model 3 to His Growing N5 Billion Car Collection
Dino Melaye, a former Kogi Senator known for his extravagant lifestyle, is poised to enhance his remarkable car collection by acquiring a Tesla Model 3. The pre-sale examination of this electric mid-size sedan took place…
Geely’s Comeback: Signs Point To The Return Of The Chinese Automotive Giant In Australia
Indications from a local job ad and trademark filings strongly suggest the imminent return of the Geely brand to Australia, marking its comeback roughly a decade after its last appearance. Geely, a prominent Chinese automotive…
