Defining a Segment: Autobianchi A112 – The Original Hot Hatch
In a new series called, Defining a Segment, we take a look at cars that are not given the credit they deserve. Classic car [...]
Toyota Vitz XR Driven – The New Tazz
A few weeks ago Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) introduced a new model to the market. We missed the local launch event but got our hands on [...]
Toyota RAV4 PHEV Driven
In a first for the brand, Toyota SA has brought a fleet of RAV4 PHEV derivatives into SA. We tried one out for a few days and [...]
Renault Captur Intens Driven
We were recently loaned a Renault Captur Intens for an extended period to learn more about living with one of the latest additions to the local crossover [...]
Suzuki Grand Vitara vs Toyota Urban Cruiser
We weigh up two very close rivals in Suzuki Grand Vitara vs Toyota Urban Cruiser where we take a closer look at these newcomers to the SA [...]
Mercedes-EQ EQA250 Driven
Double Apex was recently presented with the opportunity to drive the opening salvo from Mercedes' EQ range of battery powered models, the Mercedes-EQ EQA250. Mercedes-Benz has been [...]
Audi RS3 Sportback Driven
When an Audi RS3 Sportback was offered to us for review purposes, we were pretty quick to accept the offer. Audi South Africa introduced the RS3 into [...]
Toyota Corolla Hatch 1,8 Xr Hybrid Bi-tone Driven
We have been driving a few new energy vehicles (NEVs) of late here at Double Apex. Straight from two EVs we find ourselves behind the wheel of [...]
Rolls-Royce Spectre Prototype Driven
Our managing editor becomes one of a handful of people outside of company staff to drive a Rolls-Royce Spectre prototype. He shares his thoughts about the experience [...]
SA Endurance Series 9 Hour At Killarney Raceway [Gallery]
The final round of the South African Endurance Series took place Killarney International Raceway on Saturday December 5, 2020. The SA Endurance Series 9 Hour started at 12:00 [...]
Porsche Unseen A Collection Of Secret Design Works [Gallery]
Porsche AG has given us a rare look behind the curtain of its design works in a new book entitled Porsche Unseen. Fifteen previously unseen and unknown Porsche [...]
2020 Le Mans Highlights [Gallery]
The 88th running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans took place in the France this weekend. Our 2020 Le Mans highlights gallery brings you a few choice [...]
McLaren Senna GTR LMs Celebrate Le Mans Success
In 1995 McLaren pulled off the near impossible. The British team, with years of F1 success, pitched up at the 24 Hours of Le Mans and won on [...]
Alfa Romeo Turns 110 [Gallery]
Alfa Romeo Turns 110 years old today. On 24 June 1910 Anonima Lombarda Fabbrica Automobili (ALFA) was founded. The Italian automotive brand enjoys a milestone that few others [...]
Audi DTM Highlights [Gallery]
Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz have been trading blows as the main protagonists of the German Touring Car, or DTM, series for decades. The on-track rivalry displayed by the [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
REAL Racecars for the Road
The phrase racecar for the road is over used. Not every extreme performance car is a ‘racecar’. Particularly if the car in question has never raced, [...]
Scuderia Ferrari Says Ciao To Carlos Sainz [w/video]
At the very start of the 2024 season it was announced that Scuderia Ferrari had signed Lewis Hamilton. The arrival of the seven-time world champion meant that [...]
Formula 1 in South Africa: Ticket Prices, Bid Committee, and Latest Updates
South African F1 fans hearts' are revving up as the country aims to potentially host Formula 1 in South Africa by 2027, as announced by minister of [...]
Five Cars Named After Formula One Drivers
There are plenty of cars manufacturers that are named after people. Many of the bigger brands take the name of their founders such as Ford, [...]
No F1 in Africa Before 2028 – F1 Boss
From almost the day he took office, the minister of sports, arts and culture, Gayton McKenzie, has been talking about bringing Formula One to SA. He stated [...]
2025 Dakar Rally Preview [w/video]
The 2025 motorsport season will kick off in just a few weeks with traditional season opener, the Dakar Rally. We take a closer look at what fans [...]
The End of an Era in F1 as Lewis Hamilton Leaves Mercedes-AMG
This weekend marks the end of an era in F1 as Lewis Hamilton leaves his long-time home at Mercedes-AMG. The Brit has served as the [...]
Hyundai’s Premium Brand Genesis is Going Endurance Racing
Genesis is going endurance racing from 2026. This news was announced in Dubai earlier today. If you don't already know, Genesis is the premium arm of automaker [...]