Virginia may become the first state to require some drivers to drive cars incapable of speeding. The measure would apply only to drivers convicted of reckless driving. Today, Virginia law allows judges only to suspend or revoke the licenses of reckless drivers and sometimes jail them. But Delegate Patrick A. Hope (D-Arlington) believes that’s an ineffective…
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Oracle Red Bull Racing / Red Bull Content Pool Red Bull Racing is bringing 1960s elegance from Honda’s first stint in Formula 1 to Suzuka for this weekend’s Japanese Grand Prix. The team’s RB21 cars will be decked out in a Honda RA272 tribute livery, a retro…
When it comes to sustainable energy solutions, E10 fuel is here to stay, and that is good news. This blend is being incorporated across a vast array of regions globally by all territories towards their environmental solutions. A deeper understanding of what it is made of, along with its advantages and potential for the future,…
Chinese EV sports coupe with 429 hp launches April 15 with a $41,300 starting price. JMEV01 tips scales at 3,009 lbs, significantly lighter than MG Cyberster flagship variant. Distinctive retro design echoes Tesla Roadster and Lancia Stratos styling cues throughout. With a constant stream of electric vehicles pouring out of China , trying to keep…
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Who would have thought the 1980s would be the antidote for the polarisation of society today? The Hyundai Insteroid concept might be a modern electric vehicle (EV) concept, but you don’t have to look too hard to find 1980s-style design cues. But why the 1980s, particularly given carmakers have long favoured the 1960s as a…
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Over the years, BMW’s had a few tricks up its sleeve. With April Fools jokes running for longer longer than some of our readers (and writers!) have been alive, the Bavarian automaker is certainly no stranger to whimsy. The latest—the excellent and downright desirable M2 Dakar—is only one of many highlights. But with over 30…
Changing the temperature in your car used to be as simple as turning a knob. Warm air flowed. And, crucially, your eyes remained on the road. Now, you’re poking at the dashboard like it’s a touchscreen coffee machine that won’t give you what you asked for. Because it’s been decided buttons are dated. In their…
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Automotive Hyundai has a knack for catching us off guard, and their latest concept might just be one of their boldest moves yet. Say hello to the Hyundai Insteroid, a wild and wonderful EV concept that mashes up hot hatch energy with digital-age swagger. Unveiled ahead of its public debut at the 2025…
Take on the track in these pure performance machines. There’s nothing quite like the experience of driving a performance car, but the purest, most unrestricted driving experience comes courtesy of a race track, and a car that’s designed with the sole purpose of taking it on. Few drivers are able to enjoy the incredible experience…
Experts are divided on how best to tackle an EV fire but, generally, immense quantities of water to cool the battery pack (although this won’t prevent fire erupting again), a fire blanket to suppress the flames and breathing equipment for the firefighters to protect them from the toxic vapour cloud is the standard approach. Either…
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