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Autobahn
"Autobahn," the German word for highway, is famous around the world for its extensive network, and because it has many sections without a speed limit.Skip next section All Content on this topic
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Italy: Ex-highway CEO sentenced over Genoa bridge collapse
An Italian court sentenced the former highway chief to 12 years in prison over the 2018 bridge collapse that killed 43.
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How elevators can make or break a wheelchair user's journey
BrokenLifts helps wheelchair users like Lotte navigate public transport in Berlin. She takes us to the project's makers.
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When elevators fail: How broken lifts affect my journey
Real-time info on defective elevators helps wheelchair user Lotte navigate Berlin public transport.
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Gas queues grow as Ukraine targets Russia's fuel supply
Reports from across Russia show how residents deal with the disruptions to the petrol supply in their daily lives.
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How VW's crisis could reshape the global car industry
Volkswagen’s reported plans for deeper job cuts and possible German plant closures have turned into a warning sign.
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Violence on German trains is on the rise
The verdict in the trial over the killing of a train conductor highlights growing aggression toward railway employees.
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V8 Nation: The american dream in Sweden
In Sweden, a subculture built around American classic cars keeps old dreams of freedom alive.
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Swedish Americana: The american dream on european roads
Big, bold American cars began arriving in Sweden after World War II, but why are these classics still so beloved there?
Cars and Transportation07/09/2026July 9, 202626:04 min
Why US train travel lags behind Asia and Europe
As gas prices fluctuate and flights get more expensive, US travelers are rediscovering trains — only to be disappointed.
Nature and Environment07/05/2026July 5, 2026
From Russian detention to Kyív’s drift scene
Drifting as therapy: A Ukrainian steps on the gas to leave years in Russian captivity behind him.
Cars and Transportation07/02/2026July 2, 202603:52 min
Can Volkswagen's 'legacy' help restore its former glory?
After the futuristic branding of its ID series, VW is returning to its roots with the Golf and Polo.
Cars and Transportation07/02/2026July 2, 202616:12 min
Back to the future? Everything old is new again at VW
VW is badging its new EVs with the names of old favorites like the Polo, while partnering with XPeng and Rivian on tech.
Cars and Transportation07/02/2026July 2, 202626:04 min
BYD Atto 3 Evo review: A new electric SUV contender?
Fast, practical and high-tech—but does the BYD Atto 3 Evo have enough character?
Cars and Transportation07/01/2026July 1, 202606:36 min
Leapmotor B05 review: Can it beat the VW ID.3?
Can the Leapmotor B05 take on the VW ID.3? REV test sits range, comfort, tech and value.
Cars and Transportation07/01/2026July 1, 202606:39 min
Are electric car batteries as dirty as critics claim?
Claims that electric car batteries are tainted by exploitative mineral supply chains are discrediting non-fossil cars.
Nature and Environment06/29/2026June 29, 2026
Women-only transport in northern Nigeria
In northern Nigeria, where daily commutes can feel stressful and unsafe for women.
Cars and Transportation06/25/2026June 25, 202603:53 min
Mobility in transition
New ideas are reshaping mobility worldwide.
Cars and Transportation06/23/2026June 23, 202626:04 min
Is charging-on-the-go the future of EVs?
A new technology is being tested in Germany that makes it possible to charge electric vehicles while still driving.
Business06/18/2026June 18, 202604:39 min
US deports migrants, including Iranian activist, to CAR
The number of migrants deported is not yet clear, but it is believed to be around two dozen.
Human Rights06/13/2026June 13, 2026
Would you buy a used car online? A look behind the scenes
Autohero sells used cars online. See how they inspect, clean and ready vehicles for delivery or pick-up.
Cars and Transportation06/11/2026June 11, 202626:04 min
Putting Cupra's sporty Born VZ to the test
Cupra has given its Born EV a facelift. REV puts the sportiest version, the VZ, through its paces.
Cars and Transportation06/11/2026June 11, 202608:40 min
Could YOU Still Afford to Live in Cape Town Today?
Behind Cape Town’s beaches, inequality and gang violence persist; young people work to uplift communities.
Society06/10/2026June 10, 202626:03 min
Night trains vs. flying
Greener than planes, harder to run: the truth about night trains.
Cars and Transportation06/02/2026June 2, 202626:04 min
Ethiopia goes electric following gas car ban
Access to electricity is very mixed in Ethiopia, but a ban on gas car imports has seen EV uptake soar.
Nature and Environment06/02/2026June 2, 2026
Fuel hikes: Is ride-hailing becoming a luxury in Lagos?
Some commuters are hailing fewer rides, switching apps or turning to cheaper transport.
Cars and Transportation05/29/2026May 29, 2026
Making cancer cell therapy affordable
High costs are slowing take-up of a breakthrough cell therapy. Researchers are focusing on automation.
Science05/29/2026May 29, 202626:04 min
REV reviews the Haval H6 SUV
Haval is a Chinese carmaker trying to gain a foothold in Europe. We put its H6 SUV to the test.
Cars and Transportation05/28/2026May 28, 202608:37 min
A female stunt rider defies gravity and India's social norms
Rehana Khan defies gravity in the Well of Death, plus EV battery repair in Germany and a Haval H6 test
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Cars and Transportation05/28/2026May 28, 202626:04 min
Brazil revives plan to pave highway through Amazon
Environmentalists argue for strong protections to conserve an ecosystem so crucial to curbing climate change.
Nature and Environment05/28/2026May 28, 2026
Germany: No recovery in sight for the economy
The war in Iran has dashed hopes for economic growth. The pension and healthcare systems are feeling the strain.
Politics05/27/2026May 27, 2026
Ferrari unveils its first all-electric car, the 4-door Luce
The Italian supercar giant has released images of both its first ever pure EV, and its first car that seats five people.
Cars and Transportation05/26/2026May 26, 2026
Mad for Mercedes: South Africans' love for old Benz models
In South Africa, a Mercedes-Benz is more than just a car. It's a cultural icon. Meet people who restore and drive Mercs.
Cars and Transportation05/21/2026May 21, 202626:04 min
Record fuel prices push up Kenya transport fares
DW's Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks with economist Abraham Muthogo Kamau and DW correspondent Lucy Riley in Nairobi.
Society05/20/2026May 20, 202625:00 min
Why do South Africans hold onto their Mercedes?
Domestically made Mercedes are prized in South Africa. Older Mercs are repaired and driven often.
Cars and Transportation05/20/2026May 20, 202616:30 min
Putin's Beijing visit shows Russia's reliance on China
After Trump's China visit, Putin is in Beijing — with Russia increasingly reliant on China.
Politics05/20/2026May 20, 202602:32 min
Kenya halts transport strike after deadly fuel price protest
Kenya has halted a transport strike for talks, after deadly fuel‑price protests left four people dead and many injured.
Politics05/19/2026May 19, 202602:04 min
A whole city is moving — but at what cost?
A church on the move: the city of Kiruna shifts as iron ore mining forces Sweden’s northern city to relocate.
Society05/17/2026May 17, 202626:05 min
Germany and Japan test hydrogen future with BMW, Toyota cars
Germany's transport minister Patrick Schnieder toured hydrogen projects aimed at bringing the fuel into the mainstream.
Nature and Environment05/17/2026May 17, 2026
Eight injured after car ploughs into crowd in Italy's Modena
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni called the incident in Modena "extremely serious."
Crime05/16/2026May 16, 2026
Why this levitating German supertrain FAILED
In Germany, a test track for the Transrapid - once a 450 km/h levitating train - now sits abandoned. What went wrong?
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Fuel crisis accelerates global EV race
EVs surge on high fuel costs: Europe demand rises, China leads & US shifts. Plus: Sechaba Chabedi returns to Roof of
Cars and Transportation05/15/2026May 15, 202626:04 min
Honda reports first loss in decades as it slows EV strategy
Despite posting its first operating loss since 1957, Honda's share price spiked on more buoyant predictions for 2026.
Cars and Transportation05/14/2026May 14, 2026
Germany's businesses frustrated by economic decline
The German business community had high hopes for Friedrich Merz's chancellorship. Now, disappointment prevails.
Politics05/11/2026May 11, 2026
Pakistan: Car bomb attack at checkpoint kills 15
Militants drove an explosives‑laden vehicle into a police checkpoint.
Conflicts05/10/2026May 10, 2026
Nigeria: Designer furniture from scrap car parts
From the street straight into the living room: Furniture made from classic cars.
Design05/09/2026May 9, 202604:35 min
US-Iran war: What options are left for Trump on Iran?
After months of strikes, the US and Iran appear closer than ever to a draft deal — but nothing has been agreed yet.
Conflicts05/06/2026May 6, 202620:22 min
Could electric ferries solve Lagos' traffic crisis?
Electric ferries could change how millions travel in Lagos, bypassing gridlocked roads for a faster, cleaner ride.
Cars and Transportation05/06/2026May 6, 202602:45 min
Here's what happens when cities kick out cars
While some Berliners push for a car-free city center, other European cities are striding ahead.
Cars and Transportation05/06/2026May 6, 2026
Trump to raise tariffs on cars, trucks from EU to 25%
President Donald Trump said he's raising tariffs on cars and trucks from the European Union next week to 25%.
Politics05/01/2026May 1, 2026
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