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The most iconic car ever made by every major car-maker

Autocar names the car from every major car-maker that it thinks is the most important - and why

Great 150mph used cars for under £20,000

Money isn't everything when it comes to achieving high speed thrills

See 1979 Chevy Camaro Barn Find Do A Burnout After Sitting For 10 Years

It doesn't take much to bring this Camaro back to life for a bit of mischief.

Madness driving a Volkswagen, ends up with the car in a pedestrian underpass

Withdrawn license, a charge for drunk driving and a series of fines for traffic violations. Thus ended the misadventure of a 22-year-old young man who behind the wheel of his Volkswagen on the night between Saturday and Sunday ended up with his car in the pedestrian underpass of Cesano Maderno, Milan (Italy). The young man allegedly made a wrong maneuver and ended up in the pedestrian underpass of the railway crossing where vehicles are forbidden to enter. The removal operations began at dawn and lasted for several hours on Sunday morning under the curious and incredulous eyes of several passers-by.

XJ220: Has Jaguar’s '90s supercar been badly treated?

The XJ220 was big, fast and criticised. Over 30 years on, does that criticism stack up?

Saudi Arabian GP: The latest F1 tech updates direct from the pitlane

Join us as we delve into the Formula 1 technical features on display in the pitlane as teams prepare for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.

Lappi: Crashing from WRC Rally Mexico lead "difficult to swallow"

Esapekka Lappi says crashing out of the Rally Mexico lead is difficult to swallow but was grateful for Gus Greensmith’s help in saving his Hyundai from being engulfed by flames.

Motorcycle rider William Dunlop died after 'blast of oil and smoke' from bike, inquest hears

Dunlop was killed in the crash which occurred during a practice run for the Skerries 100 races on 7 July, 2018.

Watch Abandoned Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 Receive First Wash Since 2006

The red Cavalier belonged to a person who disappeared without a trace.

Hidden hydrogen might be the key to carbon-free fuel for future generations

MotoGp 2023: all riders, numbers and bike liveries in pictures

The full list of participants in the 2023 motorcycle world championship

Grab Polini’s Original Racing Muffler For The Vespa 125 Primavera ET3

Recommended for ET3-tuned Vespa 125 Primaveras.

UK residents to receive test emergency alert on their phones next month

The alert will cause a loud siren to sound on people’s phone during the UK-wide test.

Classic cars: high-speed collision between a Brabham and an F1 Arrows. Photos

In races that take us back to the past, this can also happen.

See Lamborghini's Sant’Agata Bolognese Factory Evolve Over 60 Years

From a startup to a global company, the factory's history is documented in 50 photographs and includes some of its most iconic cars.

Bike theft attempt ‘stupidest thing ever’

A man who attempted to steal a bicycle from where it was locked on a city street was so intoxicated, he thought it was his own bike. Robert McDonnell (57) was caught by a passing garda who saw him trying to break the lock with a steel bar in what was described as a “ridiculous offence”. Judge Bryan Smyth fined him €250 when he pleaded guilty to att...

How to Protect Your Catalytic Converter from Theft

Thieves are targeting catalytic converters in greater numbers than ever. You're going to want to read this—especially if you drive a Toyota Prius.

What the GPS data reveals about how Verstappen must approach Saudi GP

Max Verstappen was seemingly a certainty to land pole position for Formula 1’s 2023 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, right up until the point the driveshaft failed aboard his Red Bull.

Bastianini out of Portugal and Argentina MotoGP rounds with injury

Ducati rider Enea Bastianini will miss Sunday’s MotoGP Portuguese Grand Prix and next week’s Argentine GP after fracturing his collarbone in the sprint race.

Sainz had “big moments” with unpredictable Ferrari in Saudi GP qualifying

Carlos Sainz says he experienced “big moments” during qualifying for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix as he struggled to match the pace of Ferrari Formula 1 team-mate Charles Leclerc.

Portugal MotoGP weekend has highlighted need for riders’ union – Alex Marquez

Alex Marquez believes the events of the 2023 MotoGP Portuguese Grand Prix weekend so far have highlighted the need for a “riders’ commission”.

The safest cars on sale today

Join us as we count the cars that write cheques their strength can cash

"Anxious" Button "forgot how to start the car" in first NASCAR practice

Jenson Button admitted to feeling "anxious" ahead of his first practice session in the NASCAR Cup Series at Circuit of the Americas, where he "forgot how to start the car".

Man caught with stolen bike ‘should have asked a few questions’

A man caught with a stolen bicycle and more “bits and pieces” of other old bikes in his hands on the street was involved in a “thriving black market”, a court heard. Mark Warner (40) said he got the parts from a skip and did not know the bicycle was stolen but was “reckless” as to where it came from. Judge Bryan Smyth jailed him for four months. Wa...

“No excuses” for F1 teams chasing Red Bull - McLaren boss Stella

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella says that rival Formula 1 outfits have “no excuses” as they try to close the gap to the currently dominant Red Bull Racing squad.

Mercedes found "really big steps" after changing F1 car approach

Mercedes has revealed it is already finding “really big steps” of performance at its factory after committing to a new direction with its Formula 1 car.

The weird, weird world of forgotten car accessories

Need some inflatable seats for your car or a felt safety cap to protect your bonce? There was a time when you could buy such things…

Ferrari Roma Spider: canvas roof after 54 years but still traveling at 320 km/h

The new Ferrari Roma Spider represents Ferrari's return to mass-produced, front-engined, canvas-roofed open-top cars, 54 years after the last Ferrari 365 GTS 4.The decision to use a folding canvas roof, instead of a metal one, was made to offer greater comfort on board and to meet the car's aesthetic requirements.The total weight of the Ferrari Roma Spider increased by 84 kg compared to the coupé version, but performance remained unchanged. Over 320 km/h top speed.

Woman (70s) dies after car and lorry collide in Co Offaly

A woman in her 70s has died after the car she was driving was in collision with a lorry in Co Offaly this morning. The incident happened on the N62 at Doon Cross, outside Ferbane, shortly after 8.30am. Emergency services attended the scene and the woman was rushed to the Midlands Regional Hospital Tullamore. However she later died from her injuries...

China: Tesla Increased Retail EV Sales And Export In February 2023

The Tesla Model Y happens to be the second most popular model in the crossover/SUV segment.

Hamilton doesn’t “feel connected” to Mercedes W14 F1 car

Lewis Hamilton says he doesn’t “feel connected” to his Mercedes W14 Formula 1 car and can’t get any confidence in it.

Marquez: MotoGP sprint race risk “more or less the same” as normal grand prix

Marc Marquez says a true judgement on MotoGP’s sprint race will have to wait a few rounds, but feels the aggression level “was more or less the same” as normal.

The cars that are our guilty pleasures

We'd rather not tell anyone about this lot... but we can't resist

Quartararo warns "jungle" MotoGP sprints will soon see "a big accident"

Yamaha’s Fabio Quartararo says he doesn’t like the MotoGP sprint race format as it is “a jungle”, and warns “there will be a big accident soon”.

The Lamborghini with the most miles in the world: a story of passion and dedication

The Lamborghini with the most miles in the world is a 2007 Murciélago, owned by the enthusiastic motorist Simon George. With over 420,000 kilometers driven (258,000 miles), this supercar has proven that luxury and reliability can go hand in hand. Simon George, founder of 6th Gear Experience, a supercar rental company, purchased his Lamborghini Murciélago in 2007. Simon 's passion for cars and dedication are the main reasons why his Lamborghini has achieved such high mileage

Man falsely claimed he was injured in a collision between a bus and a car

The man claimed he had suffered soft tissue injuries including to his shoulders during the collision but had been standing on a nearby footpath when it happened.

This 1960s LeTourneau TC-497 Would Make An Incredible Off-Road RV

A time capsule out of the 1960s, the overland tractor was built to pull a 572-foot train and includes a kitchen and sleeping area.

The greatest car collection you’ve never heard of

Take a virtual tour of the enormous car collection owned by Sheikh Faisal of Qatar

See Studebaker Stored In Shipping Container Get First Wash In 30 Years

The owner can't believe the transformation and is overjoyed by the results.

How the CityRover and Streetwise failed to save MG Rover

The brief story behind the soft-roader hatchback that could have saved MG Rover in its eleventh hour

Sao Paulo E-Prix: Evans sees off Cassidy, Bird in tense finish

Mitch Evans beat Envision's Nick Cassidy after a thrilling battle to win Formula E's inaugural Sao Paulo E-Prix, as his team-mate Sam Bird secured a double podium for Jaguar.

Is Tesla A Premium Car Brand?

The company features cutting-edge technology and good positioning, but is that enough?

Alonso: "Huge relief" Aston Martin could repeat Bahrain pace in Jeddah

Fernando Alonso says it was a "huge relief" to find that Aston Martin is just as competitive in Saudi Arabia as it was at Formula 1's season-opener in Bahrain.

The best German cars ever made

Germany is famous as the home of some of the world's great car makers. We look at some of the cars they've built that we think are the best

First issues with new MotoGP weekend format raised by riders

Some MotoGP riders believe the new-for-2023 weekend format may already need tweaking, with concerns raised about practicing later in the day than in previous years.

Kawasaki Unveiled The Eliminator At The Bangkok Motor Show

The Eliminator goes to Thailand, making its second debut since the Osaka Motor Show 2023.

Polestar 3 Officially Goes On Sale In China, Gets $30k Price Cut

The luxury SUV is expected to arrive in the US later this year.

Mir penalised for Quartararo clash in Portugal MotoGP sprint race

Honda’s Joan Mir has been handed a long lap penalty for Sunday’s Portuguese Grand Prix after a lap-one collision with Fabio Quartararo in Saturday’s MotoGP sprint race.

Autocar's A-Z of excellent used cars

With our complete guide, you'll never be short of inspiration for your next second-hand buy

See Upcoming 2025 Ferrari Hypercar On The Move In This Spy Video

Rumor has it that production of the LaFerrari's successor will begin in October 2024.