Hyundai, Kia, And Genesis Issue Recall For Most EVs In Australia Due To Software Concerns
Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis are recalling nearly 8,000 electric vehicles in Australia due to software issues that have led to power loss. The recall encompasses various battery-powered models from these brands, affecting a significant portion…
Tesla Model 3 And Model Y Set For Exciting Software Updates
Tesla is gearing up to roll out a series of software updates for its Model 3 and Model Y electric vehicles (EVs), introducing a range of handy features. While the exact timeline for Australian availability…
The Lagos State Government (LASG) is in discussions with the Ogun State Government to extend the Second Phase of the Lagos Blue Line rail project. Engr. Olasukanmi Okusaga, the Director of Rail Transport for Lagos…
Pelumi Nubi, the intrepid solo driver who conquered the journey from London to Lagos, received accolades from Air Peace, a prominent Nigerian carrier. CEO Dr. Allen Onyema personally extended a gesture of appreciation by offering…
Nissan is pushing forward in the electric vehicle (EV) realm by unveiling a new pilot production line in Yokohama, Japan. This move signifies the company’s commitment to staying abreast of current trends in the EV…
Mat Armstrong, a prominent YouTuber, embarked on an ambitious project to restore a wrecked Rolls-Royce once owned by Manchester United star Marcus Rashford. Rashford had crashed his £700,000 Mansory Black Badge Wraith in September while…
In a race where Blaney, the reigning series champion, showed promise for a strong finish, his hopes were dashed during the final stage due to a collision with Preece. Blaney had been performing well, securing…
IndyCar recently revealed an upgraded aeroscreen featuring a fresh design geared towards improving driver cooling in the cockpit, all while upholding stringent safety protocols. Initially scheduled for debut at the fourth points-paying round on the…
Adrien Fourmaux’s performance in the 2024 World Rally Championship season has been remarkable, positioning him as a strong contender for driver of the season so far. Returning full-time to Rally1, he has surpassed expectations for…
Martin’s perfect streak of podium finishes in 2024 ended at the Americas Grand Prix when he was overtaken by Enea Bastianini for third place on the penultimate lap. Despite this setback, Martin maintains a 21-point…
The 2024 Rocky Mountain ATV/MC WORCS Series made its annual stop at Shorty’s MX park in Blythe, California, featuring a unique course of deep sand and fast straights. Endurance was crucial, with lead changes across…
Steward Baylor secured his first victory of the 2024 GNCC XC1 season at the Dunlop Motorcycle Tires Old Gray event in Monterey, Tennessee. This marked a breakthrough for Baylor and his Red Bear Kawasaki team,…
The American sports scene is often characterized by gimmicks like the ‘Make Some Noise Meter’ to rile up fans, but the atmosphere at outdoor racetracks, like COTA during the MotoGP round, is genuinely electric, with…
Flagship Range Rover SV's Unprecedented Sales Propel JLR to Profit in Q3 2023. (Credits: Jaguar Land Rover)
Jaguar Land Rover, known for its luxurious SUVs and sedans, might be getting a jumpstart on electric vehicles thanks to China. It is owned by India’s Tata Motors and it is reportedly close to a…
Sales of hydrogen cars in the US are sputtering. Data from the Hydrogen Fuel Cell Partnership shows a dramatic 70% plunge in sales during the first quarter of 2024 compared to the same period last…
Electric vehicles are gaining ground, and a recent study by Vincentric, a company that analyzes car ownership costs, found that nearly half (49%) of 2024 electric models are cheaper to own over five years compared…
Fisker is getting ready with dealerships but is hitting the brakes on production. Even though their only car, the Ocean electric SUV, is still on hold. Fisker is growing their dealership network in the US.…
Amazon Rivian Van Running across the street at nighttime.(Credits: Amazon)
Amazon is leading the charge in green deliveries. They have the most electric delivery vans in the US (over 13,500), built by Rivian. To keep these vans zipping around delivering your packages, Amazon built a…
NIGCOMSAT, the Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited, is aiming to collaborate with the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) to enhance internet connectivity on the Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) train system. This partnership intends to…
Tesla, the electric vehicle pioneer led by Elon Musk, is encountering unprecedented challenges, marked by a slowdown in sales and intensified competition. In response to disappointing first-quarter results, Tesla has announced a round of layoffs…
Alfa Romeo’s sleek SUV stirred up more than just admiration for its design when an Italian government minister objected to its name, claiming it violated regulations since the car would be manufactured in Poland. The…
GM Relocates Global Headquarters Temporarily Amid Renaissance Center Redevelopment
General Motors (GM) is undergoing a temporary relocation of its global headquarters from the Renaissance Center in Detroit as part of the ongoing redevelopment efforts. The move comes as GM collaborates with Dan Gilbert’s real-estate…
Prophet Samuel Kakande, a Ugandan preacher, has requested each of his congregants to contribute $300 (equivalent to ₦345,000 in Naira) towards the purchase of his dream vehicle, a brand new 2024 Range Rover ultra-luxury SUV.…
The No. 6 entry for the 2024 racing season will showcase Onsemi as its primary partner for four races, starting with the Grand Prix of Long Beach. onsemi, a prominent semiconductor manufacturer with a global…
After enduring four seasons without a single podium finish and a mere 52 points overall, the Haas F1 team saw significant changes last winter. Guenther Steiner, the team principal, and Simone Resta, the technical director,…
Alfa Romeo just announced their first-ever mass-produced electric car, a subcompact crossover they originally called the Milano. But that name is getting scrapped thanks to a quirky Italian law. This isn’t your average name squabble.…
Despite a 42-race winless streak, Chase Elliott, NASCAR’s most popular driver, ended his drought with the same No. 9 Hendrick Motorsports team that saw the dry spell begin. While Elliott’s performance hadn’t drastically declined during…
The team surprised Harvey on his 31st birthday with a special gift: his name stamped on the car for the Long Beach race, revealed through social media on a Monday morning. Originally set for 14…
Last Sunday at the Circuit of the Americas, Maverick Viñales secured his first Grand Prix win since 2021, clinching victory in both the sprint race and the main event after starting from pole position. Despite…
Operatives of the Lagos Rapid Response Squad (RRS) recently apprehended a dispatch rider, Matthew Odah, for the theft of three iPhones valued at N1.7 million. The 27-year-old suspect had been on the run for eight…
The 2025 Infiniti QX80, a luxurious SUV, made its grand debut by being lifted onto a 1,100-foot-tall outdoor observation deck called the Edge in Hudson Yards, New York. This event marked its first public appearance…
GAC Motors Nigeria recently honored Nigerian businessman Obi Iyiegbu, better known as Obi Cubana, with a lavish gift to mark his 49th birthday and strengthen their partnership. At a celebratory event held at the GAC…
Aston Martin, like many other automobile brands, plans to continue producing traditional combustion-engine vehicles for as long as regulations allow. Lawrence Stroll, the company’s CEO, noted that while there’s significant hype around electric vehicles (EVs),…
In 2023, Nigerian rail transportation saw a decrease in passengers but an increase in cargo volume compared to the previous year. According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), 2,182,388 passengers traveled via the rail…
High-End Automaker Shifts Focus From EVs To Plug-In Hybrids Amid Changing Customer Preferences
Aston Martin, renowned for its luxury vehicles, is reevaluating its electric vehicle (EV) strategy in response to shifting customer demands. The company has decided to delay the introduction of its first electric models and instead…
Chinese EV Maker GAC Aion Unveils Solid-State Batteries Promising Upto 1000km (621 Miles) In Range
GAC Aion, a prominent Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, is set to revolutionize the EV market with the introduction of solid-state batteries (ASSBs) in its Hyper vehicles by 2026. These cutting-edge batteries are expected to offer…
Qualifying in third place on the starting grid, Marc Marquez was expected by many to secure his eighth Americas GP victory on Sunday. During the race, Marquez seized the lead for the first time as…
Following a dry spell since the start of the 2021 season and his contentious departure from Yamaha, Maverick Vinales broke through with victories at the Portugal and Austin sprints. In the Americas GP, despite being…
Johnson, a seasoned NASCAR driver, finds himself grappling with the demands of the sport’s new Next Gen car, a departure from previous generations. Accustomed to driving off the right rear, Johnson has encountered challenges adapting…
Bugatti’s track-only Bolide hyper sports car, having completed testing, is now transitioning to series production, marking its imminent availability for customers in a few months. Introduced as a response to exclusive models like the Mercedes-AMG…
Alfa Romeo is making significant strides towards electrification with plans to release new models annually from 2022 to 2026. Their commitment extends further, aiming to exclusively sell electric vehicles (EVs) in Europe and North America…
A Rolls-Royce Cullinan ultra-luxury SUV, valued at over ₦800 million, was recently sighted on a car carrier trailer en route for delivery in Lagos State. This opulent vehicle stands as the pinnacle of SUV luxury,…
German car manufacturers, represented by the German Association of the Automobile Industry (VDA), are expressing concerns about potential European import duties on electric cars from China. The European Commission initiated an investigation into possible market-distorting…
In the first quarter of 2024, the Port Terminal Multiservices Limited (PTML) Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) reported a significant increase in revenue, totaling nearly N67 billion. This figure marks a substantial growth…
After enduring a three-year win drought, Vinales secured back-to-back victories at the Portuguese GP sprint race, dominating from start to finish. Taking the lead from pole position, Vinales faced no significant challenges as he quickly…
Sieg, a seasoned NASCAR Xfinity Series driver, was on the cusp of a breakthrough win, leading at the white flag after a 12-year career without a victory. However, Sam Mayer made a daring move under…
The Florida venue, though relatively new in Formula 1, has swiftly become a cherished addition to the racing calendar, not only for the thrilling on-track action but also for the vibrant entertainment that accompanies the…
The 2024 campaign has been challenging for the Briton and his team, ERT, as they’ve struggled with energy efficiency against rival teams. This trend continued as they anticipated difficulties at Formula E’s inaugural visit to…
Donald Trump's Lamborghini Diablo VT Roadster (Credits: Barrett-Jackson)
Former US President Donald Trump’s Lamborghini Diablo VT Roadster was sold at an auction for a huge $1.1 million. This auction took place at Barrett-Jackson’s Scottsdale auction. It’s a big deal because this makes it…
Chinese automakers and shipping companies are ordering more ships than ever before to transport electric vehicles (EVs) for export. This means that by 2028, China could have the world’s fourth-largest fleet of car-carrying vessels. Right…
