Flower growers in Queensland are transforming former crop-dusting airstrips into chemical-free farms, experiencing strong local demand. Despite challenges in pricing and competing with large-scale operations, initiatives like The Flower Summit's national pricing guide aim to support small growers, many of whom are women transitioning from other careers.
Carvana is adapting its online used car sales model to new vehicles, utilizing its franchised Stellantis dealerships primarily as service centers and test-drive locations. Customers will still purchase vehicles online, differentiating from traditional dealership practices and potentially impacting the existing franchised dealer model.
Chinese manufacturers exporting to the EU face new regulatory hurdles due to the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). The system requires detailed carbon intensity data, causing significant compliance challenges for companies like Neil Miao's, who struggle with understanding and providing the required information.
Kim Si-woo rises to No. 18 in men's world golf rankings after tying for 10th at the Memorial Tournament, his 8th top-10 finish in 2026, seeking first win since January 2023.
New car prices in France fell 2% in 2025 after a 31% surge from 2019-2024. This decline, driven by fewer expensive plug-in hybrids and some manufacturer price cuts, follows a period where price hikes outpaced inflation and living cost increases.
A fatal bus crash in Virginia, killing five and injuring dozens, has sparked an investigation into the driver, E & P Travel Inc., and industry safety. Concerns include driver fatigue, lack of collision-avoidance technology, and unfulfilled NTSB safety recommendations.
Fred Vasseur anticipates a unique Monaco GP with new F1 cars offering different sensations. He highlights the importance of qualifying and execution on the track, especially for Charles Leclerc, who races at home after renewing his contract with Ferrari.
India will require car manufacturers to test fuel efficiency with AC on and off for new models starting April, aiming for more accurate mileage figures for consumers. Existing models will get extra time. Both ICE and EV vehicles are included.
New car sales in France rose 3.7% in May to 128,484 units, with electric vehicles accounting for a record 29% market share. Used electric car sales more than doubled, driven by favorable prices and new models.
EU new car market grows 4.2% in first four months of 2026, with electric and hybrid vehicles dominating the market
Formula One's 2026 season is marked by rapid adaptation to new cars and regulations. Mercedes leads, but McLaren, Red Bull, and Ferrari are closing the gap with upgrades. The Canadian Grand Prix presents unique challenges, including a sprint weekend format and potential rain, while off-track, teams debate engine regulation changes.
The International Energy Agency (IEA) projects global electric vehicle (EV) sales to hit 23 million in 2026, representing 28% of the new car market, driven by a stronger push away from gasoline amid Middle East tensions. In 2025, EV sales are expected to exceed 20 million, with nearly 100 countries setting sales records.
China's Suifenhe, a border town, is experiencing an economic boom driven by increased trade with Russia, particularly in car exports. Local businesses report a surge in Russian customers and demand, benefiting from sanctions against Russia and China's rejection of them.
Solayer Pay has launched a Visa-compatible payment card allowing users to spend USDC balances in-store, online, and via contactless transactions. The card, initially rolled out as the Emerald Card in April 2025, supports ATM withdrawals and expands Solayer's platform for digital asset management.
Polestar CEO Michael Lohscheller states 'pump anxiety' over fuel costs now drives EV demand more than 'range anxiety', amid Middle East crisis spiking global oil prices.
Electric vehicles now represent 16 per cent of new car sales in Australia, in a growing trend coinciding with record fuel prices.
Electric vehicles now represent 16 per cent of new car sales in Australia, in a growing trend coinciding with record fuel prices.
Three-time Olympic medallist Katie Archibald, 32, retires from cycling to pursue a career in nursing, citing a desire for the 'real world' and no longer fearing life outside cycling.
Three-time Olympic medallist Katie Archibald retires from cycling - despite being previously chosen for Scotland's 2026 Commonwealth Games team - having "fallen in love" with her new career as a nurse.
Profit trajectories between automotive assemblers and electric vehicle (EV) battery producers in China are set to diverge further due to lacklustre car sales and buoyant demand for energy-storage systems. Leading players, including China’s EV battery king Contemporary Amperex Technology Ltd (CATL), would continue to attract buying interest in their shares, spurred by improved profitability, according to analysts. They added that flat vehicle prices, coupled with a dip in new car sales, had...
Hong Kong is set to ban electric vehicles equipped solely with electronic door handles, as authorities seek to align with mainland China’s decision to mandate physical manual releases on all new cars from 2027 to mitigate safety hazards. Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan said on Wednesday the government was closely monitoring the latest technical breakthroughs and regulatory shifts on the mainland and abroad to ensure the city’s road users were protected by the most up-to-date...
BEV sales jumped nearly 60% in April, taking total electric car registrations to more than 2m, says SMMTBusiness live – latest updatesA recent jump in electric car sales in the UK is likely to be “tempered” by worries over rising inflation and energy prices caused by the Iran war, a leading industry body has warned.New car sales in the UK rose by 24% year on year to 149,247 in April, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Continue reading...
Kim Si-woo finished tied for fourth at the Cadillac Championship in Miami, Florida, with an 11-under 277 total, eight strokes behind winner Cameron Young. The 30-year-old Korean golfer recorded his sixth top-10 finish of the PGA Tour season, a new career high, and jumped five spots to reach a career-high No. 20 in the world rankings. He earned $841,666 at the event, bringing his season total to $4,813,604 with over six months left, closing in on his career-best earnings of $5,397,030 from 2022-23.
The auto design world is full of advanced 3D visualization tools and VR sculpting platforms, but your average new car still enters the world as a sketch. Those sketches traditionally see endless iteration and refinement from all angles before being turned into 3D models by hand, some dying in the digital world, others sculpted into […]
