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Motorsport and F1 news
'Just a shame': Penalties ruin Lawson’s race in Bahrain Grand Prix
The Kiwi crossed the line 13th, but lost three places after punishments were applied.
'Dream come true': Payne wins Jason Richards Memorial trophy in Taupō
The New Zealander was the best driver across the three Supercars races in Taupō.
Car news and reviews
Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line review: business as usual (but better)
Volkswagen hasn't changed the recipe with the new Tiguan, just made it better in every way
Car theft prevention: old-school devices might be better than high-tech after all
After all, a traditional mechanical steering-wheel lock can't be defeated by a computer.
Ford's toughest truck: meet the Ranger Super Duty
Ford has unveiled its toughest Ranger yet, complete with massive towing capabilities.
Is this the SUV/ute hybrid we didn't know we needed?
The Deepal E07 Multitruck is a unique blend of SUV and light-duty ute. But will we get it?
Sport news
McIlroy finally wins Masters in playoff win that secures career grand slam
The Northern Irishman completed the career grand slam with a playoff win.
‘Stick to our guns’: Why Auckland FC remain on course
De Vries is one of only three Auckland FC players to have started every match this season.
Alex Powell: Liam Lawson’s moral victories in Bahrain disappointment
OPINION: What we learned from the Bahrain Grand Prix.
More Motorsport and F1 News
Taupō catches Supercars fever as town amps up for racing weekend
The third round of the 2025 Repco Supercars Championship, the ITM Taupō Super440, is here.
Who is Isack Hadjar and why did he just become Liam Lawson’s biggest rival?
The Frenchman finished 8th, outperforming Lawson and Yuki Tsunoda over the weekend.
Liam Lawson outqualifies Yuki Tsunoda, to start Japanese Grand Prix in 13th
The Kiwi has proven his point to his Red Bull bosses at Suzuka.
Motocross champion’s heart scare: ‘I had no idea what was going on’
Courtney Duncan will miss the season's opener and doesn't know what the future holds.
'A good day': Lawson tops Verstappen, Tsunoda in disrupted Japan practice
Four separate incidents forced stoppages in the second session at Suzuka.
More car news and reviews
LDV T60 Max Plus review: pay wave
Value for money has always been the primary appeal of the new wave of Chinese utes.
Audi A3 & S3 first drive: skin deep
Audi has given the A3 a refresh, with a fancier interior and better driving dynamics.
Formula 1 to celebrate 75th anniversary at Goodwood Festival of Speed
It's always an amazing event, but the 2025 Festival of Speed just got even more exciting.
More Motorsport news
‘Not easy’: Tsunoda on Lawson friendship after Red Bull switch
The Japanese driver hopes his friendship with the Kiwi remains intact.
Eric Thompson: How the fans got it right and Red Bull got it wrong
OPINION: F1 fans have clear view of the chaos at Red Bull.
‘I’ll be hated for this': Brutal take on Lawson’s skill as F1 driver by Schumacher
Ralf Schumacher said Lawson was ‘replaced like a wet rag’ after two races.
Verstappen likes post accusing Red Bull of ‘bullying’ after sacking Lawson
Verstappen is reportedly unhappy Lawson had only two races to prove himself.
Liam Lawson officially demoted by Red Bull, moves back to junior F1 team
The Kiwi returns to Racing Bulls, just two races into 2025.
Opinion: Why Red Bull’s driver moves could cost them Verstappen
Opinion: Max Verstappen reportedly disagrees with Lawson's abrupt dismissal.