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Ducati Lately, the narrative around adventure biking is changing. Riders are realizing that ‘bigger’ doesn’t always mean ‘better.’ Today, the ideal adventure bike isn’t defined by a massive displacement or a tech-heavy spec sheet. Instead, true capability is measured in the real world through effortless trail handling, long-haul highway comfort, and unwavering dependability when things get unpredictable. Midweight Adventure Bikes Are Becoming More Popular Than Ever Honda Powersports Once an overlooked niche, the middle-weight adventure class has quietly become one of the most exciting categories. Occupying the sweet spot between nimble, lightweight dual-sports and massive, touring-centric behemoths, these bikes offer…

With the world driven by data, security concerns over stolen and leaked data have made us feel like we’re always being spied on. And that concept could get even worse if new technology from Magna takes hold in future vehicles. The concept of driver monitoring isn’t new – everyone from Hyundai to Mercedes-Benz offers some form of it to detect and warn you when you’re getting sleepy or distracted at the wheel. But most of these systems aren’t hidden, and you’re aware of their presence. That’s about to change. A camera behind a mirror is an inherently creepy idea, but…

Pope Leo XIV has taken a stronger stand against AI. On Monday, Leo released his first papal encyclical — an almost 400-year-old tradition in which the Catholic Church shares its perspective on an issue. In this case, over about 42,300 words (in the English version), the Pope warned of “the misconception of equating this type of ‘intelligence’ with that of human beings.” “These systems merely imitate certain functions of human intelligence. In doing so, they often surpass human intelligence in speed and computational capacity, offering tangible benefits across many fields,” Pope Leo stated. He continued: “So-called artificial intelligences do not…

2022 MercedesGLC70,218 milesAutomaticPetrol2.0LCash £21,782View GLC2022 MercedesGLC78,845 milesAutomaticPetrol2.0LCash £22,513View GLC2022 MercedesGLC9,075 milesAutomaticDiesel2.0LCash £33,581View GLC2022 MercedesGLC25,421 milesAutomaticDiesel2.0LCash £29,613View GLCFrom July 2023 the GLC was available in Coupé form; within months the 429bhp GLC 43 AMG and 671bhp GLC 63 AMG had joined the range, and within another few weeks these were also available in coupé form. Fast forward to 2026 and the first electric GLC 400s will be delivered this summer, followed by the first GLC 53 AMGs, with a 443bhp 3.0-litre motor. Which one should I buy?We’d opt for the more prosaic models, because the AMG editions don’t feel special enough…

Last week, BMW surprised its American fans with a new M3 CS Handschalter, a special version of the G80 M3 CS with a six-speed manual transmission. Not only is it extra special for having the manual, but this edition was confirmed to be a North America-exclusive, adding to the list of US-only manual M cars from years gone by that has traditionally been limited to M5s and M6s. But the excitement has been cut short, and not just because the M3 CS Handschalter loses out on 70 horsepower to make the stick shift work. It’s now been revealed by a…

Elgin Industries has promoted longtime executive Chris Anderson to president and chief operating officer. The company said Anderson, who joined Elgin in 2000, will take on expanded leadership responsibilities while continuing to oversee day‑to‑day operations. He most recently served as chief operating officer and executive vice‑president, and previously led international distribution efforts through Elgin World Trade. Bill Skok will remain chief executive officer, maintaining overall strategic leadership and continuity for the 107‑year‑old, family‑owned business founded by his grandfather, Martin Skok Sr. Anderson’s new role will include driving operational performance and advancing growth initiatives across Elgin’s product portfolio, which spans valvetrain…

No driver enjoys a fuel crisis, least of all those of us who cover big mileage or have lengthy commutes. The extra pennies per litre add up and bite hard. That’s true even if, like me, you drive one of the most economical cars on the market. So I thought it a particularly prudent time to see just how economical Toyota Prius that I’ve been running can be in everyday use. I start on a fuel station forecourt, where I brim the Prius’s 40-litre tank from near-empty and it costs me just over £60. (Last month it was £45.) For that you get…

The 2026 BYD Sealion 06 DM-i will be launched on May 26, and the Song Ultra DM-i on May 28. The launch of these two plug-in hybrid models complements BYD’s recent updates to its lineup. (A BYD Sealion 06 EV on display at the Beijing Auto Show in April 2026. Image credit: CnEVPost) BYD (HKEX: 1211) is accelerating the product line update of its plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) models, as the Chinese automaker plans to intensively release two important models this week. The 2026 BYD Sealion 06 DM-i will officially go on sale on May 26. Following closely, the…

A 2008 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 ridden down a city streetKawasaki The 2000s were a wild time. Everyone wanted bigger, faster, and more powerful motorcycles that were also more exotic in some ways. Notable launches of the 2000s included the Harley-Davidson VRSC V-Rod, Honda Valkyrie Rune, Kawasaki Vulcan 2000, the second-generation Yamaha VMAX, and the first-generation Triumph Rocket III. If you thought all the action was happening with cruisers, do not forget that the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-12R was also launched in the 2000s. This was the bike that triggered the 186 mph gentleman’s agreement because everyone feared it would be too…

When I was 11, I was fortunate enough to see a green 1961 Aston Martin DB4 GTZ in the metal. Ever since, I’ve been obsessed with the genius of Zagato. Now, I’ll be the first to admit that I’m not exactly qualified to talk at length about the intricacies of car design, and I’m also aware that, as a topic, this is about as subjective (and divisive) as they come for us car nerds. But for me Zagato is the single greatest name in automotive design, elevated above the likes of even Pininfarina, Bertone, Giugiaro and other similar greats. Founded by aeronautical…