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Toyota GR Yaris Spotted in SA [video]
The soon-to-be-released Toyota GR Yaris spotted in South Africa this week doing laps of the Zwartkops Raceway with other Toyota models
Toyota · April 15, 2021
UPDATED: 992 Porsche GT3 Debuts [w/video]
The 992 Porsche GT3 made its public debut today. The latest generation of Porsche's road racer is powered by a 4,0-litre flat-six engine.
Manufacturer News · April 15, 2021
Mercedes-AMG GLE53 Driven At SA Launch
Double Apex got to experience the new-to-SA Mercedes-AMG GLE53 at its South African ride and drive launch event held in Gauteng.
Car Reviews · April 14, 2021
Bentley Continental GT3 Pikes Peak Aims For Record
The Bentley Continental GT3 Pikes Peak, which is aiming for a Pikes Peak record, is the most extreme machine ever produced by the marque.
Bentley · April 12, 2021
Four Cylinder AMG C-Class Confirmed [w/video]
Mercedes-Benz today announced details on the upcoming four cylinder AMG C-Class models with technical details of the drivetrains.
Manufacturer News · March 31, 2021
Mini Electric Pacesetter – Safety Car of Formula E [w/video]
The battery powered Mini Electric Pacesetter is the new Safety Car of the all-electric, single-seater Formula E race championship.
Electric Vehicles · March 30, 2021
Track-Only Pagani Huayra R Breaks Cover [w/video]
The track-only Pagani Huayra R is powered by a naturally aspirated 6,0-litre V12 that produces 625 kW and revs to a dizzying 9 000 r/min.
Manufacturer News · March 18, 2021
2021 Formula One Cars [Gallery]
The 2021 Formula One cars are starting to be shown to the public for the first time ahead of the winter testing session in a few weeks.
F1 · March 10, 2021
UPDATED: Toyota GR Super Sport Debuts at Le Mans [w/video]
The Toyota GR Super Sport debuts ahead of the 88th running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The new racer will compete in the hypercar class of the WEC.
Manufacturer News · March 6, 2021
UPDATED: Lamborghini Huracan STO Unveiled [w/video]
The track-derived Lamborghini Huracan STO made its debut earlier today. The hard-core model has a V10 engine and wild aerodynamics.
Manufacturer News · March 3, 2021
GMA T.50S Niki Lauda Track Weapon Debuts [w/video]
The GMA T.50S Niki Lauda is a track-focused machine that is based on the already impressive GMA T.50 road car, just 25 units will be made.
Manufacturer News · February 23, 2021
Youngtimer Historic Touring Cars For SA
Youngtimer Historic Touring Cars is a new racing series that aims to resurrect the glory days of South African Touring Cars.
Manufacturer News · February 22, 2021
Kia Picanto X-Line Introduced to Local Market
Kia South Africa extended its local portfolio this week with the introduction of a small crossover called the Kia Picanto X-Line.
Kia · February 19, 2021
Lotus E-R9 Imagines The Future of Endurance Racing
The Lotus E-R9 is an all-electric endurance racer of the future, as imagined by Lotus, that features torque vectoring and active aerodynamics
Lotus · February 16, 2021
Audi SQ7 and SQ8 TDI Debut Locally in Limited Numbers
The two most powerful turbodiesel models on offer from Audi, the Audi SQ7 and SQ8 TDI Debut in SA will be sold in SA in limited numbers.
Audi · February 11, 2021
Mercedes-Benz W206 C-Class First Look [video]
The Mercedes-Benz W206 C-Class will make its debut in a few weeks time, but this takes an early look into the upcoming small sedan.
Mercedes · February 10, 2021
Audi RS E-Tron GT and E-Tron GT Unveiled [w/video]
Two all-new, all-electric performance models were unveiled this evening in the Audi RS E-Tron GT and E-Tron GT four-door coupes
Audi · February 9, 2021
Paul Walker BMW M1 Sells for R7,5m In Auction [w/video]
The highlighy modified Paul Walker BMW M1, once owned by the Fast 'n' Furious star, is currently being auctioned in the US.
BMW · February 8, 2021
New Maserati Models Heading To SA Incl MC20 Supercar
The exciting MC20 super car is just one of several new Maserati models that will be launched into the South African new-car market during 2021
Manufacturer News · February 3, 2021
Novitec McLaren 765LT Is Hypercar Quick [w/video]
The Novitec McLaren 765LT is an even more powerful, extreme and quicker version of the already highly lauded McLaren 765LT
Manufacturer News · February 1, 2021
Mercedes-Benz EQA250 Debuts [w/video]
The Mercedes-Benz EQA250 is the first compact model added to the automaker's battery powered EQ range of vehicles.
Manufacturer News · January 20, 2021
2021 Dakar Rally Classic [Gallery w/video]
The 2021 Dakar Rally Classic gallery is a showcase of some of the vehicles that competed in the inaugural running of this historic category.
Gallery · January 19, 2021
Toyota GR010 Hypercar Endurance Racer Unveiled [w/video]
The Toyota GR010 Hypercar is the Japanese firm's hybrid racer that will compete in the new era of the World Endurance Championship.
Manufacturer News · January 15, 2021
2021 Dakar Stage 12 [w/video]
The final leg, 2021 Dakar Stage 12 from Yanbu to the finish line in Jeddah consisted of 447 km, 200 of which formed the time section.
Manufacturer News · January 15, 2021
2021 Dakar Stage 11 [w/video]
2021 Dakar Stage 11 from Al-Ula to Yanbu was supposed to be 511 km but shortended to 460 km of timed special just before the start.
Manufacturer News · January 14, 2021