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Mercedes-AMG A45S SA Pricing [w/video]
We have obtained Mercedes-AMG A45S SA pricing ahead of the 310 kW/500 N.m hyper hatch's South African launch later this year.
Manufacturer News · September 19, 2019
New Peugeot Models in SA
The local subsidiary of the French automaker has launched two new Peugeot models onto the local sales charts, the 108 city car and 5008 SUV.
Manufacturer News · September 18, 2019
MX-5 Hairpin World Record [w/video]
The Mazda MX-5 hairpin world record was set by a first-generation MX-5 just a few weeks ago by Mazda Germany, covering 2 900 hairpin corners in 12 hours.
Manufacturer News · September 17, 2019
VW ID.R Conquers Tianmen [w/video]
The all-electric, record-breaking VW ID.R Conquers Tianmen Mountain Big Gate Road in China adding another title to its list of accomplishments.
Manufacturer News · September 15, 2019
Topless Ferrari 812 GTS and F8 Spider [w/video]
The drop-top Ferrari 812 GTS and F8 Spider are two powerful new models that were launched by the Italian sportscar maker on home soil.
Ferrari · September 13, 2019
2019 Frankfurt Motor Show Highlights [Gallery]
This 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show gallery is a look at some of the most interesting new models and concept cars launched at the recent event.
Gallery · September 13, 2019
UPDATED: VW Golf GTI TCR
Released last year at the Wothersee show as a design study, the Volkswagen Golf GTI TCR has finally been confirmed as a production reality.
Manufacturer News · August 21, 2019
Audi RS6 Avant Debuts [w/video]
The recently launched Audi RS6 Avant is powered by a twin-turbocharged 4,0-litre V8 that produces 441 kW and 800 N.m of torque.
Audi · August 21, 2019
Mercedes-AMG GT R Black Series
A long-rumoured Mercedes-AMG GT R Black Series has been seen testing on racetrack and on the road with a bespoke bonnet and massive rear wing.
Manufacturer News · August 20, 2019
Bugatti Centodieci [w/video]
The Bugatti Centodieci is the latest hypercar produced by Bugatti. It is powered by a 1 176 kW quad-turbo W16 engine that displaces 8,0-litres.
Manufacturer News · August 19, 2019
Audi Q8 55 TFSI Driven
We spent a few days driving the range-leader of the Audi SUV family, the all-new all-wheel drive 250 kW turbodiesel Audi Q8 55 TFSI.
Audi · August 19, 2019
SCG Baja Boot is a Race-Ready SUV
The SCG Baja Boot is the latest creation from low-volume automaker Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus, which the firm plans to race at the 2019 Baja 1000.
Manufacturer News · August 16, 2019
New Mercedes-Benz B-Class Now in SA
The latest version of the Mercedes-Benz B-Class was launched into the South African market this week with two derivatives.
Manufacturer News · August 15, 2019
Porsche Cayenne Hybrid Turbo Models Launched [w/video]
Two Porsche Cayenne Hybrid Turbo powetrains were launched this week, in V6 and V8 guises with both engines available in both Cayenne body styles.
Manufacturer News · August 14, 2019
VW Golf R Driven
The VW Golf R was recently upgraded. We spent a few days driving the latest iteration of this all-wheel-drive hatch to evaluate the changes.
Car Reviews · August 13, 2019
BMW M8 Safety Car For MotoGP
This twin-turbocharged V8 BMW M8 Safety Car for MotoGP is the most recent in a long line of M models to serve this important role.
BMW · August 12, 2019
Tushek TS900 H Apex [w/video]
The Tushek TS900 H Apex is the second model from Slovenian automaker Tushek. The V8-powered hybrid car produces over 700 kW.
Manufacturer News · August 7, 2019
7 Facts About the Peugeot 3008 GT Line
We spent a week in the company of the high-spec Peugeot 3008 GT Line SUV and share a few facts that we learned during the review period.
Car Reviews · August 7, 2019
Pagani Huayra Roadster BC
The 590 kW twin-turbocharged V12-powered Pagani Huayra Roadster BC is the latest creation from low-volume auto manufacturer Pagani.
Manufacturer News · August 1, 2019
Audi RS4 Avant driven
We spent a few days behind the wheel of the latest generation Audi RS4 Avant and share our views on the high-performance stationwagon.
Audi · August 1, 2019
Mini Cooper Driven
The recently revised entry-level Mini Cooper driven by Double Apex up in the urban jungle that is Johannesburg in Gauteng.
Car Reviews · July 25, 2019
Ecurie Ecosse LM69 [w/video]
The Ecurie Ecosse LM69 is a modern-retro road/racecar that is meant to evoke the spirit of the Jaguar XJ13, a Le Mans racer that never raced.
Jaguar · July 22, 2019
Toyota GR Supra Driven
The 250 kW/500 N.m Toyota GR Supra was driven by Double Apex on the vehicle's South African launch event held in the Eastern Cape.
Car Reviews · July 20, 2019
Mercedes-AMG CLA45 Shooting Brake [w/video]
The Mercedes-AMG CLA45 Shooting Brake is the third new model to wear the A45 badge and feature the company's 310 kW 2,0-litre turbo engine.
Manufacturer News · July 17, 2019
Lotus Evija [w/video]
The Lotus Evija is an all-electric, all-wheel-drive hypercar that has 1 472 kW along with 1 700 N.m of torque. Just 130 examples will be built.
Lotus · July 16, 2019