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Aston Martin on th track in Bahrain during pre-season testing.

2025 F1 pre-season testing in Bahrain: data for the teams and exposure for fans

The data analyzed from the three days of testing can be invaluable to the teams and drivers, not not necessarily for fans.
2024 Ford Ranger Raptor parked in front of the Mountain View Grand Resort and Spa.

What happens when you take a Ford Ranger Raptor through a winter driving course

I drove to the New Hampshire mountains to see what the mid-sized Ranger Raptor pickup could do in snow and ice.
GM Cadillac is approved as an 11th F1 team for 2026 season.

FIA and Formula One approve Cadillac as 11th F1 team for 2026 season

The FIA and Formula One Management announced the approval based on GM's meeting all required terms.
Brooklyn Beckham in a race car.

Formula E celebrity rookie-to-racer event starts in Miami

Team coaches and engineers stuck by the personalities as they got in shape in the gym and spent hours in racing simulators.
Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide RR limited edition right profile with a black background.

Harley-Davidson went all out on the $110K CVO Road Glide RR

With the CVO Road Glide RR, Harley-Davidson raised the bar so high that it's almost out of sight, including its lofty $110,000 retail price.
Max Verstappen wins his first F1 World Drivers' Championship in 2021.

Honda to finish 2025 F1 season with Red Bull before 2026 switch to Aston Martin

In 2026, Honda will begin a works partnership with Aston Martin to supply power units that comply with the new FIA F1 Technical regulations
Setting the world record for unmanned autonomous driving.

Maserati MC20 sets autonomous world speed record with Indy Autonomous Challenge

The Indy Autonomous Challenge Maserati MC20 Coupe set the documented record speed of 197.7 mph with no human in the car.
cadillac scores 4 spots in 24 hours of le mans endurance race for 2025 cadiallac v series r care running at daytona on track

Cadillac scores 4 spots in 24 hours of Le Mans endurance race for 2025

The invitation to run four cars in the 24 Hours of Le Mans competition is an earned honor for GM. 
McLaren's MCL39 Formula 2025 1 race car.

McLaren’s MCL39 Formula 1 race car is ready for the 2025 season

McLaren's MCL39 is the car that drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri will drive in 2025
we went to team oneil winter safe school with ford trucks and suvs bronco raptor finishing the slalom course

We experienced Team O’Neil Winter Safe School with Ford performance trucks and SUVs

Are you a safe driver in the winter with snow and ice-covered roads? Whether you finished driver’s ed a few months ago or several decades ago, you can always learn new techniques, especially with new technologies developed to help drivers stay out of trouble. Even if you have mad skills and are good on vehicle […]
Polaris Slingshot 10 anniversary limited edition front view.

Polaris drops a 10th anniversary limited edition, the Slingshot 10

Based on the top-of-the-line 2025 Slingshot R, the Slingshot 10 adds plenty of limited-edition styling elements and premium comfort and convenience features.
Grand Prix Plaza F1 drive kart racing experience.

F1 announces opening date for immersive fan experience at the Las Vegas Grand Prix Plaza

As the largest immersive F1 fan experience in the U.S., Grand Prix Plaza also helps to establish Las Vegas as a premier and permanent F1 location.
road tests start on mercedes solid state ev battery testing a race track with amg left front three quarter view

Road tests start on solid-state EV battery developed by Mercedes AMG and F1 engineers

Lab testing of the EQS test vehicle shows that the solid-state battery provides up to 25% additional electric range.
Red Bull Racing RB21 F1 car for the 2025 season right front three-quarter view.

Red Bull teams reveal new liveries for their 2025 F1 cars

he Red Bull Content Pool released imagery but no technical info info about both cars after the O2 Arena event.
Scuderia Ferrari SF-25 left rear three-quarter view.

A closer look at the Scuderia Ferrari SF-25 race car for the 2025 F1 Championship

Ferrari went provided high-res photos of the car and the major specs of the new power unit the day after the season launch event.
F1 75 Live all teams and cars on the extended stage at the 02 Arena in London.

F1 75 Live: the season launch at the O2 Arena in London

F1 team members and sports and entertainment celebrities turned out for an extravagant group unveiling of the new livery for 2025's race cars.
Red Bull F1 race car in pit for tire change with pit crew in motion

F1 pit crew salary: How much do Formula 1 mechanics and crew members earn?

Pit crews get plenty of attention for their synchronized efficiency, which raises the question of how much Formula 1 pit crew and mechanics get paid.
Idris Elba psoign with arms out in front of a Kiro Race co race car model.

Actor Idris Elba joins investment group sponsoring Kiro Race Co Formula E team

Formula E's newest team announced expanded ownership with a group of high-profile investors, including Gold Globe-winning actor Idris Elba.
Indian Motorcycle SS Cycle King of the Baggers factory team.

The Indian Motorcycle Wrecking Crew is back with the King of the Baggers team

Indian Motorcycles's racing history starts a new chapter with the latest incarnation of the Wrecking Crew.
Promo for 2025 Season opener at the O2 Arena in London.

How to watch the F1 season launch event from the O2 Arena

F1 75 Live is more than an anniversary party, it's another chance for fans to see the drivers and team principals in other than race track settings.
Rider on a 2025 Ducati XDiavel V4 Sport Cruiser riding on a mountain road.

Ducati unveils the XDiavel V4 sport cruiser: muscular, elegant, and exclusive

The 2025 XDiavel V4 sport cruiser combines Ducati sportbike performance with relaxed cruiser comfort.
Formula E race cars on the track at Sao Paulo E-Prix.

Record-setting Formula E viewer numbers at Mexico City E-Prix race

Forty million people watched the first race in Sao Paulo, the most extensive opening-round race viewership in Formula E's eleven years.
Red Bull driver Max Verstappen signaling his fourth F1 Drivers' Championship.

Netflix reveals Formula 1 Drive to Survive launch date

F1 fans can re-visit some of the key moments in what turned out to be one of the most dramatic seasons in F1's recent history.
Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 limited edition right side view with rider and a solitary bare tree on a rise in the background in the desert.

Royal Enfield introduces extemely limited Shotgun 650 Icon edition

Interested Limited Edition Shotgun 650 buyers can register on the Royal Enfield website beginning on February 6.
2025 Triumph Sport Touring Bikes.

Triumph Motorcycles debuts 13 new colors for 2025

Triumph Motorcycles updated much of its 2025 lineup with bold new colors.
Max Verstappen standing on his race car after winning the 2023 Mexico City Grand Prix.

Drama builds ahead of 2025 Formula 1 racing season

All F1 drivers have high aspirations, but six drivers will bring exceptional drama to the 2025 Formula 1 season.
The first Gordon Ramsay F1 Garage in 2025 with be at the Miami Grand Prix

What do Formula 1 drivers do in the off-season?

F1 drivers do have time off, but they also have mandatory F1-related post-season and pre-season obligations.
Harley-Davidson 2025 1250 Pan America Special and CVO Pan America.

The 2025 Harley-Davidson motorcycle lineup is here: Everything you need to know

New Harley-Davidson models include a long-haul touring bike, a street-focused adventure vehicle, and an evolved Sportster.
Race cars at the start of the 2024 F1 Miami Grand Prix.

FIA issues final rules changes ahead of the 2025 Formula 1 season

The changes this year are relatively minor, especially considering that the rules will change significantly for the 2026 season.
2025 Polaris Slingshot lienup parked in front of an apartment building, models S, SL, SLR, and R.

Polaris reveals 2025 Polaris Slingshot lineup with new front ends

Polaris introduced four 2025 Slingshot models with redesigned front ends, upgraded audio systems, and greater drivability.
Hot Wheels 2025 F1 race cars collection.

F1: Hot Wheels reveals F1 race car collections and tracks for 2025

the first Hot Wheels F1 collection will include 1:64 scale models of cars from eight F1 teams.
Gordon Ramsay stands in front of a food table at Pit Garage.

The Gordon Ramsay premium F1 Garage will grace 10 Grands Prix in 2025

Gordon Ramsay and his team of executive chefs will prepare cuisine from a curated menu of gourmet dishes.
2025 Indian Pursuit Dark Horse.

Indian Motorcycle launches new SportChief and PowerPlus models for 2025

Indian Motorcycle has expanded the use of liquid-cooled PowerPlus engines to Chieftain and Roadmaster models.
Lando Norris driving a McLaren F1 race car.

FIA Formula 1 team entry fees increased significantly for 2025

F1 teams pay different amounts based on their previous season's performance, although it doesn't work out how you might think.
Two mechanics with Formula E Pit Boost battery charging during a race.

Formula E adds Pit Boost in-race ultra fast charging

The Pit Boost will be a mandatory 34-second stationary pit stop that significantly improves power.
2025 BMW R 18 Classic parked in a driveway in front of an open garage door.

BMW updates Big Boxer R 18 Heritage series with five variations on the theme

The upgrades to the full 2025 BMW R18 lineup add to the ride comfort, performance, and, above all, fun.
1954 Mercedes-Benz W 196 R Stromlinienwagen right rear three-quarter view.

1954 F1 Mercedes-Benz W 196 R Up for Auction at Sotheby’s: €50M+ Expected

The W 196 R was the Mercedes-Benz car built for Grand Prix racing when the company returned to racing after World War II.
2025 LiveWire S2 Alpinista electric motorcycle parked roadside, right profile view, with saddlebags.

Livewire launches the 2025 LiveWire S2 Alpinista electric motorcycle

The new e-motorcycle is positioned as LiveWire's sport standard bike.
Two people on 2025 Benda Chinchilla 300s parked talking in fron to f the Arch de Triumph in Paris.

Benda launches motorcycle line of cruisers fusing soul and style

Beginning in spring 2025, Keeway dealers will carry three 2025 Benda V-twin cruiser motorcycles.
Racing studio setup for F1 Sim World Championship race.

Get the scoop on the 2025 F1 Sim Racing season that kicks off January 14

All ten real-world F1 teams have Sim racing teams competing for $750,000 in the 2025 F1 Sim Racing World Championship
Franco Colapinto to join BWT Alpine as reserve driver for 2025.

F1: Colapinto to join BWT Alpine F1 Team as a reserve driver for 2025

Colapinto will join BWT Alpine's other two reserve drivers, Paul Aron and Ryo Hirakawa in backup and testing roles.
Mockup of potential GM Cadillac F1 car for 2026.

GM forms new company to create powertrains for potential Formula 1 race car

A significant component of F1's support for the potential GM team was that it would supply its own powertrain by 2030.
2025 Harley Davidson Touring and Trike models.

Harley-Davidson opens the 2025 lineup with touring models and trikes

Harley-Davidson has opened the showroom doors for six of its long-haulers, including three touring motorcycles and three trikes.
MasterCraft XStar X23 high performance wav and wakeboard boat on water right side view.

MasterCraft goes bigger and bolder with all-new XStar lineup

The XStar lineup brings new levels of luxury, performance, innovation, and entertainment to watersports enthusiasts.
Dan Gaul BWT Alpine F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix

Behind the scenes at the 2024 Las Vegas Grand Prix with the BWT Alpine F1 team

Dan shares his insights on being comfortable during one of the best times of your life at the 2025 F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix.
2025 Suzuki DR-Z4S dual-purpose right rear three-quarter view on a hillside trail.

2025 Suzuki DR-Z4S DualSport for the best of both worlds

Rider assistance features enhance the DR-Z4's handling and stability on and off the road.
Max Verstappen standing on his race car after winning the 2023 Mexico City Grand Prix.

F1 2024 season wrap-up: Winners, losers, and a look ahead to 2025

The big question at the start of the 2024 F1 schedule was whether any other team could challenge Red Bull driver Max Verstappen.
Visa Cash App RB Honda F1 race car on the track.

Remember the RB Honda F1 team, now they’re called Racing Bulls

This was not the first name change for the Red Bull organization's second team.
Single rider on a 20254 BMW C 400 GT scooter on a highway with city in backround front right three-quarter view.

2025 BMW C 400 GT premium midsize scooter updated with braking and stability tech

The new model has several comfort and convenience updates, but the braking and handling upgrades contribute the most to rider and scooter stability and control.
2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV left profile view parked on gravel framed by trees.

Mazda’s 2025 CX-70 PHEV: stylish design meets hybrid performance — does it deliver?

I asked for the PHEV version of the CX-70, hedging the energy bet, but I'm not so sure that strategy is wise.