Top Gear

James May, the former Top Gear and Grand Tour presenter, has been trying out strange and unusual television gadgets, drawing a large audience online. Viewers are enjoying his trademark dry, sceptical take on eccentric devices, with the segment attracting strong engagement. May continues to reach fans through his own channel projects following the end of his long-running car show career.

Racing driver Ben Collins, formerly known as The Stig from Top Gear, has released a drive in a superkart, one of the fastest karting machines on the track. In the video he admits the pace left him rattled, with a blunt caption about just how frightening the experience was. Motorsport fans are sharing clips and debating how a kart with no bodywork can outpace full racing cars.

Japanese golf media are taking a close look at Code Chaos 27, described as the best-selling golf shoe in Japan, examining what sets it apart from rivals. The feature explores the shoe's design and performance secrets, appealing to golfers interested in gear that supports their swing and practice routines.

A new gift guide rounds up this year's most impressive tech gadgets, aimed at readers shopping for gear enthusiasts. The roundup highlights standout devices across categories, positioning them as the top tech presents of the season. Shoppers looking for gift ideas are browsing such guides as the holidays approach and new gadgets hit the market.

Nordstrom's fall sale is drawing attention for steep discounts on travel staples, with markdowns of up to 75% off. Travel + Leisure has rounded up 56 of the top finds, covering luggage, comfortable travel clothing and accessories. Shoppers looking to stock up on gear ahead of autumn trips are browsing the deals, and the breadth of discounted travel items is what's fueling interest in the sale.

Prestige Online Singapore has published its October round-up of the top gadgets, split between gear for staying in and devices for going out. The list highlights new tech releases this season suited to both home comfort and life on the move, giving readers a curated shopping guide for the month.

Audi has announced plans for a new Formula 1 campus at its Hinwil site in Switzerland, saying the facility is designed to help the team attract and retain world-class talent. The project marks a further step in the German manufacturer's expansion into top-level motorsport ahead of its Formula 1 entry, with the campus intended to strengthen its engineering and racing operations.

Women's tennis players appeared on the red carpet in Beijing, with photographs of their glamorous looks shared by the WTA. The images show top players dressed up off the court during the tournament swing in the Chinese capital. Fans have been reacting to the rare glimpse of the athletes in formal attire rather than competition gear.