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Saturday, 12 September 2026

Car Talk examined rising vehicle-maintenance costs, showcased a young South African karting talent, and explored solar-powered healthcare reaching remote communities.

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  1. 10:11

    Inflation, fuel costs and complex vehicle technology are pushing motorists to delay services or accept cash payouts instead of repairs, increasing safety risks and eventual expenses.

  2. 10:24

    Fourteen-year-old Ashay Nagura, who funded his first second-hand kart through a community raffle, is moving from karting into an MSA4 car-racing campaign in 2027.

  3. 10:30

    Solar Team Eindhoven’s Stella Juva ambulance travelled more than 700 kilometres on sunshine and generated more energy than its medical equipment consumed during Kenya testing.

  4. 10:39

    The new Madrid Formula One circuit has secured a calendar slot through 2035, combining street-circuit features with a high-speed, heavily banked corner designed for overtaking.