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Charles Leclerc’s Ferrari Gamble Continues a Long F1 Title Wait
Charles Leclerc's new Ferrari contract highlights the team's powerful allure and his own talent, even as Maranello's title promises often remain unfulfilled.
F1 · June 5, 2026
Nismo GT-R LM Road Car – Nissan’s Rare Homologation Special
We take a look at an absolute unicorn in the motoring world, the homologation special Nismo GT-R LM Road Car
Nissan · May 31, 2026
Maturo Restomods the Ferrari 308 into a Rally Machine
The Maturo Ferrari 308 Restomod is a classic sportscar turned into a modern rally what-if
Ferrari · May 28, 2026
Automotive Design in a Modern Age: Risking it All
We take a look at a few modern automotive designs that have, seemingly, missed the mark,
Opinion · May 27, 2026
Five Things We Learned About the Tiggo 4 Chery Cross Lit CVT
We drove the Chery Tiggo4 Cross Lit CVT and share some of our thoughts.
Car Reviews · May 25, 2026
Kimera K-39 Hypercar Unveiled At Lake Como [w/video]
Kimera Automobili unveiled the production version of its own hypercar called the K-39
Manufacturer News · May 15, 2026
Wildest Cars of the 2026 Simola Hillclimb [w/video]
We unveil some specifics of the wildest cars seen ripping up the hill at the 2026 Simola Hillclimb.
Motorsport · May 14, 2026
Omoda C7 Elegance Driven
We spent a few days travelling around the Cape like tourists in the Omoda C7 Elegance.
New Car Reviews · May 11, 2026
All-new Lexus TZ is a Lounge on Wheels
An all-new Lexus TZ, as six-seater battery powered SUV has just been shown to the world.
Lexus · May 8, 2026
VW GTI Edition 50 Reclaims FWD Nurburgring Record
The VW GTI Edition has reclaimed the title of quickest production front-wheel-drive car around the famous Nurburgring.
VW · May 7, 2026
Auto Union Lucca Lives…. Again
A faithful recreation of Auto Union Lucca joins the Silver Arrow family
Audi · May 7, 2026
2026 Simola Hillclimb Gallery
Suzuki SA invited Double Apex to attend the 2026 Simola Hillclimb, an event that's now in its 16th year.
Gallery · May 5, 2026
McLaren Unveils MCL-HY FIA WEC Hypercar
The McLaren MCL-HY is the company's endurance racer that complies with ACO and IMSA rules.
McLaren · May 4, 2026
VW ID. Polo Makes World Debut [w/video]
The VW ID. Polo is the latest all-electric model from the German automotive giant.
Manufacturer News · April 29, 2026
Chery Unveils Game-Changing Tiggo V at Beijing Auto Show
Chery Tiggo V is a shape-shifting model that fulfills dual roles as a pick-up and an SUV.
Manufacturer News · April 24, 2026
16th Simola Hillclimb Gearing Up For Action
The 2026 Simola Hillclimb promises to be another action-packed event with plenty for petrolheads to soak up over the three-day event.
Motorsport · April 24, 2026
Toyota GR Yaris Automatic Driven
Discover how the Toyota GR Yaris automatic performs on real roads. We evaluate its speed, handling, and everyday usability in this in-depth driving review.
New Car Reviews · April 22, 2026
Wild Volkswagen Golf GTI Concept Cars Celebrate 50 Years of the Badge
As the evergreen hot hatch from Wolfsburg turns 50, we take a look back at three Volkswagen Golf GTI concept cars.
VW · April 15, 2026
Nissan in South Africa – What Next?
We recently met with President of Nissan Europe and Africa, Jordi Vila and posed the question: Nissan in South Africa – What Next?
Nissan · April 7, 2026
Changan Introduces Uni-S into SA Market
The all-new Uni-S has been added to the South African market by relative newcomer to the fold, Chinese company Changan.
Changan · April 2, 2026
Retro Designs Builds Beautiful 1969 Mercedes 280SE Restomod
The 1969 Mercedes 280SE Restomod was built by a US-based firm called Retro Designs that usually works on American machines.
Classic Cars · March 28, 2026
New AMG GT Black Series and GT3 Racer Previewed [w/video]
A new AMG GT Black Series as well as its GT3 racing counterpart have just been teased by the Affalterbach-based speed merchants.
Manufacturer News · March 25, 2026
Then and Now: Porsche 911 Turbo
In the latest instalment of this series, Then and Now we take a look at one of the most desirable sportscars, the Porsche 911 Turbo.
Porsche · March 23, 2026
Range-Topping New Suzuki Across Now on Sale in SA
An all-new nameplate, the Suzuki Across has just been introduced to the SA market to lead the brand's local portfolio.
Jaecoo · March 18, 2026
7 Things We Learned Driving the Chery Tiggo 7 CSH (PHEV)
We review the Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV, which is one of the cheapest plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) on sale in SA today.
Car Reviews · March 9, 2026