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Fiat Chrysler recalls 162,000 minivans over software issue that may cause engines to stall while driving

One accident has already potentially been linked to the issue, the company said in a statement.

Jan 13, 2018

By Hyacinth Mascarenhas

Dakar Rally 2018: Breathtaking scenery and bone-crunching crashes in world's most gruelling race

The route runs for nearly 9,000 kilometres (5,550 miles) through three countries, across desert dunes, mountain trails, flooded rivers and salt flats.

Jan 11, 2018

By David Sim

Argentina

Aston Martin considers making a lightweight, all-electric Tesla Roadster rival

The car, if made will be smaller and lighter than the Vantage, but is likely to be a lot more expensive.

Jan 8, 2018

By Immanuel Jotham

Watch: This Tesla SUV tows a tractor trailer through the snow

The Tesla Model X is known as a classy, stylish SUV. It turns out that it has impressive towing capabilities as well.

Jan 8, 2018

By Immanuel Jotham

Elon Musk promises 'game-changing' Tesla pickup truck right after Model Y's reveal

The vehicle will be slightly larger than the Ford F-150 and is likely to be unveiled by the end of this year.

Jan 7, 2018

By Immanuel Jotham

Tesla falls short on Model 3, but overall sales rise in 2017

The electric car maker has yet again fallen short of production goals for its new sedan.

Jan 4, 2018

By Associated Press

Audi recalls over 52,000 cars as fuel lines can leak

German carmaker say the recall will only affect the US and Canadian markets and will begin on 5 February.

Dec 19, 2017

By Associated Press

The death of petrol? Toyota to offer 10 'purely electric' vehicles by 2020s

Toyota plans to offer more than 10 purely electric vehicle models in its lineup by the early 2020s, marking the Japanese automaker's commitment to the accelerating technology revolution.

Dec 18, 2017

By Associated Press

Toyota

See how GM scientifically proved why Christmas ornaments are bad for your car

Ornaments on cars increase their aerodynamic drag, making them less efficient on road.

Dec 17, 2017

By Immanuel Jotham

Tesla delivers Model 3 to superfan with three months to live

A man suffering from stage 4 cancer has been granted a dying wish by Tesla, to get his Model 3 delivered.

Dec 14, 2017

By James Hetherington

Cancer Twitter

Lamborghini joins the boom in supercar SUVs

Automaker's Urus model enters a luxury field crowded with the Mercedes G-Class, Bentley Bentayga and the trailblazing Porsche Cayenne.

Dec 4, 2017

By Associated Press

The most exciting new cars on show at the 2017 LA Auto Show

Small SUVs and eco-friendly hybrids dominate this year's Los Angeles Auto Show, but there were also a few high performance sports cars like Chevrolet's 2019 Corvette ZR1 Convertible.

Nov 30, 2017

By David Sim

Fiat Chrysler and auto safety group row over minivan recall

Automaker says its minivans have no safety issues contrary to claims by the group.

Nov 20, 2017

By Staff Reporter

Here are the details about Pope Francis' special edition Lamborghini Huracan

The pontiff's car has a white paint job with gold racing stripes running from the hood to the back of the two-seater.

Nov 17, 2017

By Jigmey Bhutia

Pope Francis

Nissan executives taking pay cuts over 'bogus' vehicle inspections

Executives of the Japanese automaker are returning a part of their salaries to show remorse over illegal vehicle inspections.

Nov 17, 2017

By Associated Press

How cyclists and guide dogs are reacting to the rise of self-driving cars

Cycling UK wants the blame of a crash involving self-driving cars to lay with the software engineer and manufacturer.

Nov 16, 2017

By James Hetherington

General Motors recalls thousands of trucks to fix potential fire risk

US automaker in global recall following concerns over fuel tanks fitted in the vehicles.

Nov 16, 2017

By Associated Press

Ferrari Under the Skin: Cars worth £140 million on show at Design Museum in London

Ferraris worth £140 million ($184m) are on show at Ferrari: Under the Skin, an exhibition at London's Design Museum to mark the 70th anniversary of the automotive marque.

Nov 15, 2017

By David Sim

Google self-driving cars to detect police car

Google and AutoNation partner on self-driving car programme

Tech giant is partnering with the largest auto dealership chain in the US in its push to produce self-driving cars for wide use.

Nov 2, 2017

By Associated Press

Uber Google

Watch Valentino Rossi demolish this robot motorcycle racer in a timed lap

Yamaha built a robot that can ride their sports bikes and tested its capabilities as a racer against one of the best riders in the world.

Oct 31, 2017

By Immanuel Jotham

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