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Ford Mustang Mach 1 Revived
The Mach 1 Mustang is one of those musclecars most petrolhead kids growing up in SA in the 1980s would recognise. We weren’t privy to many Mustangs, but
Facelifted Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe and Cabrio
Earlier today we brought you pics and info on the revised BMW 5 Series (click here for that story). Well, the Bavarians counterparts over in Stuttgart have also
Facelifted BMW 5 Series [w/video]
In the wee hours of this morning the facelifted BMW 5 Series was unveiled to the world. This revision is in keeping with tradition that is called Lifecycle
Ferrari’s Le Grand Rendez-Vous [w/video]
In 1976 an underground short film was released that would have been the equivalent of a Ken Block special, if the internet existed back then. It was
Virtual Racing Has Real Consequences As Audi Suspends Daniel Abt
Sim racing has taken a leading role in the motorsport world over the last few months. As national and international motorsport series have been put on pause during
2020 SA Festival of Motoring Postponed
Last week we reported on the cancellation of the 2020 round of the FIA World Rallycross that was supposed to take place in Cape Town later this year
The Fuel Price Breakdown
The price of fuel in SA is a hotly debated topic. As motorists and consumers, the price of a litre of fuel permeates every aspect of our livelihoods,
VW Mk8 GTI Clubsport Spotted Testing [w/video]
A few weeks ago we brought you news of a limited-edition GTI that will be available locally in just a few weeks, called the TCR (read our
New Toyota Corolla Driven
New Toyota Corolla driven briefly by Double Apex as the national lockdown conditions ease. It was unfortunate timing for Toyota South Africa as its planned launch of the
Lamborghini Huracan Evo driven
The Lamborghini Huracan Evo driven by Double Apex on its national ride and drive event. A few days ago you would have seen our driving impression of
Audi A1 35 TFSI Driven
In the final quarter of 2019, Audi South Africa introduced the second generation A1 into the local market. We recently spent a few days driving the Audi A1
5 Things to Know About the VW T-Cross 1,0 Highline
Volkswagen South Africa introduced its latest SUV, the VW T-Cross into the local market towards the latter part of 2019. Though we weren’t invited to the local ride
Hyundai Venue 1,0T Fluid Driven… Extensively
New Hyundai Venue driven extensively by Double Apex over the past few weeks. Hyundai SA launched an all-new nameplate into the local market late in 2019. The small
The Art of Noise
Our managing editor has a long think about the art of noise in the future of motoring after stepping out of an electric car. Even before we learn
5 Things to Know About the Mercedes-Benz B200
Mercedes-Benz took a unique approach when the company introduced its most recent model into the South African market. The Mercedes-Benz B200 and its diesel counterpart were presented to
Audi Q8 55 TFSI Driven
Double Apex spent a few days in the company of the Audi Q8 55 TFSI and we share our thoughts on the all-new model here. About a decade
Alternative F1 Histories Part 1 [Gallery]
All F1 fans have done it, imagined what would have happened if their favourite team didn’t quit, or if a preferred brand had actually entered the pinnacle of
Best of… David Marchio Motorsport Photography [Gallery]
David Marchio is an award-winning photographer who regularly shoots for Double Apex. He has captured the images for many of our bespoke galleries. Marchio shoots an array of
Bizarre Bakkies From Around the World
A few days ago we brought you a story on homemade BMW pick-ups. You can read that article by clicking on this link: Best BMW Bakkies. Well, it
The Evolution of Porsche Racecar Steering Wheels [Gallery]
The steering wheel is the first point of contact for the driver of any car, aside from your behind. When it comes to racing cars, the steering wheel
The Best BMW Bakkies [Gallery]
BMW is one of the few automakers that does not offer a bakkie/pick-up/ute, call it what you wish, in its sales listings. That doesn’t mean that there aren’t
Bugatti Chiron Family Gathering [Gallery]
Bugatti, arguably, created the hypercar segment when it launched the Veyron. The 736 kW (1 000 PS) model was replaced by the Chiron. Since it was first launched Bugatti
2020 Passion for Speed [Gallery]
The annual Passion for Speed racing festival took place over these last two weekends. Every year dozens of classic and historic racecars (and drivers) make their way from
Single-Seat Road Cars Are Selfish Driving Pleasures
Selfish driving pleasures may soon be a thing of the past. With increasing pressure on automakers to produce eco-friendly cars, and the rise of autonomous vehicles, there will
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Sarel van der Merwe – The Best I’ve Raced Against
Sarel van der Merwe is, arguably, South Africa’s most famous racing driver. Supervan is a household name even decades after retiring from competition driving. The lanky Capetonian has
2020 Formula One Season Start Confirmed
The 2020 Formula One season start was confirmed earlier today by the series organisers. We came within hours of the season starting in Australia before it was called
The Unicorn BMW M3 GTR [w/video]
There are rare cars, then there are unicorns. The latter refers to cars that are almost unobtainable. Prime examples include the famous Ferrari 250 GTO and, the
Alternative F1 Histories Part 1 [Gallery]
All F1 fans have done it, imagined what would have happened if their favourite team didn’t quit, or if a preferred brand had actually entered the pinnacle of
Best of… David Marchio Motorsport Photography [Gallery]
David Marchio is an award-winning photographer who regularly shoots for Double Apex. He has captured the images for many of our bespoke galleries. Marchio shoots an array of
FIA World Rallycross in SA Cancelled For 2020
The FIA World Rallycross in SA cancelled for 2020, that’s the news coming through today from the series organisers. The FIA and IMG took the decision to
Ferrari Driver Conundrum: what’s up for ’21?
Our Formula One correspondent sees a real Ferrari driver conundrum brewing in Maranello as the Scuderia tries to replace its lead driver. Ferrari and Sebastian Vettel jointly announced
Take A Dutch Road Trip With Red Bull Racing [video]
The 2020 Formula One season was supposed to start in March but, as we reported, that was not the case. We all know that the world is