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Lewis Hamilton Signs With Ferrari F1 From 2025
Seven-time Formula One Lewis Hamilton signs with Ferrari F1 in a shock move that will see him race in red from 2025.
F1 · February 1, 2024
Dacia Sandrider Unveiled As 2025 Dakar Contender
The Dacia Sandrider is the latest machine to confirm entry into the Ultimate T1+ category of the world rally raid championship
Manufacturer News · January 30, 2024
I Own A Classic… 1991 Toyota MR2 (SW20)
We take a closer look at a neat 1991 Toyota MR2 (SW20) owned by a Toyota technician and JDM fan from Gauteng.
Classic Cars · January 28, 2024
All-New Porsche Macan Unveiled [w/video]
The all-new Porsche Macan has just been unveiled. The small SUV will now only be available with electric power.
Manufacturer News · January 25, 2024
Honda Fit 1,5 Hybrid eCVT Driven
We spent a few weeks with the recently updated Honda Fit 1,5 Hybrid and found it an ideal car for the Cape summer, as we explain.
Car Reviews · January 22, 2024
Liberty Walk Lamborghini Countach Debuts in Japan
The Liberty Walk Lamborghini Countach will undoubtedly cause a stir among the purists, but some will be fans.
Manufacturer News · January 17, 2024
Record Sales For BMW M in 2023
2023 delivered record sales for BMW M with a diversified portfolio that recorded over 200 000 new vehicle sales for the year
BMW · January 11, 2024
2024 Dakar Rally Preview [w/video]
Learn more about the imminent, grueling off-road race that starts the international motorsport caledar in our 2024 Dakar Rally preview.
Motorsport · January 1, 2024
BMW Alpina B3 50 Years of BMW South Africa edition
The BMW Alpina B3 50 Years of BMW South Africa edition was created to celebrate the company's recent anniversary.
BMW · December 20, 2023
Drive A Mercedes-Benz 300SL In The 2024 1000 Miglia
Fancy a drive in the 2024 1000 Miglia, Mercedes-Benz Classic can make that dream come true in a truly memorable car.
Classic Cars · December 13, 2023
Facts About the 2024 Toyota Dakar Bakkie
Gazoo Racing unveiled a new livery for the upcoming Dakar Rally. We take a look at interesting facts about the 2024 Toyota Dakar Bakkie
Motorsport · December 13, 2023
Race Up Sani Pass [video]
Which would win in a race up Sani Pass: a Dakar-spec bakkie or an Enduro race bike? Well, that's the question this video answers.
Toyota · December 6, 2023We Attend Icons of Porsche 2023 [Gallery]
Double Apex attended the Icons of Porsche 2023 showcase that took place in the Dubai Design District this last weekend.
Gallery · November 28, 2023
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Max Launched in SA
A new derivative has been added to the Chinese automaker's portfolio, called the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Max, in 2WD and AWD guises.
Chery · November 23, 2023
Mercedes-Benz 190E Evo Is Back [w/video]
The Mercedes-Benz 190E Evo is back. Motorsport specialist firm HWA is building 100 units using the boxy sedan as a base.
Manufacturer News · November 21, 2023
Suzuki Jimny Five-Door Now On Sale In SA
The all-new Suzuki Jimny five-door has just been added to the local sales listings, which will make it more attractive to more buyers.
Manufacturer News · November 18, 2023
Six McLarens Called 3-7-59 Celebrate Triple Crown
McLaren 750S 3-7-59 is a limited run of cars with a labour intensive painting process that celebrates the triple crown of motorsport.
Manufacturer News · November 13, 2023
2024 Toyota Dakar Rally Team Announced
The 2024 Toyota Dakar Rally team has been announced ahead of the opening round of the World Rally Raid Championship in Saudi Arabia.
Manufacturer News · November 10, 2023
2023 WEC 8 Hours of Bahrain: Race Report
This 2023 WEC 8 Hours of Bahrain race report outlines the final round of the endurance race held in the Gulf region.
Manufacturer News · November 5, 2023
Mercedes-AMG GT2 Pro Unveiled [w/video]
The Mercedes-AMG GT2 Pro is a slightly more powerful version of AMG's GT2 racer, that has been created for clients who want a track car.
Manufacturer News · November 2, 2023
Eneos Jaguar E-Type Debuts at Sema
The Eneos Jaguar E-Type was built as a showcase for the 2023 Sema Show, which features a brand new modified engine.
Jaguar · October 31, 2023
Ferrari 499P Modificata For A Lucky Few [w/video]
The Ferrari 499P Modificata is an unfettered version of the Le Mans-winning racecar, which the company will be selling to a few customers.
Ferrari · October 29, 2023
Al-Attiyah Leaves Toyota For 2024 Dakar Rally
Nasser Al-Attiyah leaves Toyota ahead of the 2024 Dakar Rally. The Qatari driver is aiming to take victory with a fourth different brand.
Manufacturer News · October 26, 2023
Behold the not-GTR aka Nissan Hyper Force [w/video]
The Nissan Hyper Force is a nod to the brand's performance cars of the past, but seemingly not a GT-R replacement.
Manufacturer News · October 25, 2023
Hydrogen Powered BMWs Heading to SA
Hydrogen powered BMWs are heading to SA a part of a trial between Sasol, Anglo American Platinum and BMW SA.
BMW · October 16, 2023