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Aston Martin Creates 10 Units of Valkyrie LM for Track Use

Aston Martin has created ten examples of the Valkyrie LM, a track-ready machine that is closely related to the endurance racer.

Aston Martin · June 9, 2025

Unique Porsche 963 RSP Road-Going Racer Debuts in France

The Porsche 963 RSP is a road-going version of the endurance race that currently competes in the World Endurance Championship.

Manufacturer News · June 6, 2025

All-new Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Lands in SA

The all-new Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid has touched down in SA, making it the first-ever hybrid vehicle from the automaker sold locally.

Hyundai · June 6, 2025

Ford Everest Platinum Driven

We recently drove the V6 turbodiesel Ford Everest Platinum, which is the range-leading derivative of the Everest line-up.

Car Reviews · June 3, 2025

Refreshed Hyundai Tucson 2,0D Executive Driven

We drove the recently refreshed Hyundai Tucson in 2,0-litre turbodiesel guise, now part of a slimmed down three-model line-up.

Car Reviews · May 29, 2025

Giamaro Automobili Unveils Bonkers Katla Hypercar [w/video]

The Katla Hypercar is the first product by new Italian automaker Giamaro Automobili that is based in Motor Valley.

Manufacturer News · May 23, 2025

The 2025 Monaco GP Two-Step, Err, Two-stop

The 2025 Monaco GP is unique in that is the first time the FIA has mandated two pit stops for every car in the field.

F1 · May 22, 2025

The Alfarrari Is The Ultimate Italian Restomod [w/video]

The homemade Alfarrari custom car could be one of the finest Italian restomods ever made, and it comes from an unlikely part of the world.

Alfa Romeo · May 20, 2025

New Suzuki Dzire Now on Sale in SA

The fourth-generation, all new Suzuki Dzire has just been introduced to the SA market and we attended the national media intro event.

Manufacturer News · May 16, 2025

Abt to Built Audi Ur-Quattro Restomod

Audi Sport Racing Legends, historic race machines from the brand are now available for a few lucky collectors to own.

Audi · May 16, 2025

Double Apex Completes 2025 iLamuna 9-Hour At Killarney Raceway [w/video]

Double Apex returned to the endurance racing fold as we were invited to compete in the 2025 iLamuna 9-Hour at Killarney Raceway

Motorsport · May 14, 2025

Fresh-faced Hyundai Alcazar Lands in SA

Hyundai South Africa has just added the fresh-faced Alcazar to its local line-up of SUVs/crossovers, which takes the list up to eight.

Hyundai · May 9, 2025

Mercedes-AMG GLC63S E-Performance Driven – Ballistic ‘Benz

We spent a few days with the Mercedes-AMG GLC63S E-Performance, a sibling to the contentious C63S turbocharged hybrid.

Car Reviews · May 6, 2025

Ford Escort Alan Mann 68 Edition [w/video]

The Ford Escort Alan Mann 68 Edition is a faithful reproduction of one of the most iconic Mk1 Escort racecars in the world.

Ford · April 23, 2025

Project Safari Lotus Elise By Get Lost Is An Unlikely Off-Roader

The Project Safari Lotus Elise by new British company Get Lost, breathes new life into the little sportscar known for its track prowess.

Chevrolet · April 15, 2025

Electrified Mercedes-Benz Gelandewagen G580 Makes SA Debut

The Mercedes-Benz Gelandewagen G580, a battery powered version of the off-roading icon has just gone on sale in S.

Electric Vehicles · April 10, 2025

Mini Cooper S Driven – A Dying Breed

Double Apex was loaned the latest generation (F66) Mini Cooper S for a few days and we recall why we like these little cars so much.

Car Reviews · April 8, 2025

Ford Everest Sport 4×4 Driven

We spent a few days with the Ford Everest Sport, a 4x4 derivative of the popular Everest range of go-anywhere SUVs

4x4 · April 3, 2025

Toyota Corolla Cross 1,8 XR HEV Driven

Toyota's top-selling Corolla Cross recently underwent a midlife refresh. We got a hold of a Corolla Cross 1,8 XR HEV to find out what's new.

Car Reviews · March 26, 2025

Faszination on the Nürburgring: First Viral Car Video

Discover 'Faszination on the Nürburgring,' the world's first viral car video featuring the Ruf CTR Yellowbird at the Nürburgring Nordschleife

Porsche · March 20, 2025

Renault 5 Turbo 3E Is a 400 kW Drift Machine [w/video]

The Renault 5 Turbo 3E has been turned from concept car to production reality with very little in the way of changes.

Electric Vehicles · March 17, 2025

Limited Edition VW Golfs – The Rarest Examples of SA’s Most-Loved VW

We take a look at limited edition VW Golfs, the rarest versions of the best-selling model sold in South Africa since the Mk1.

VW · March 14, 2025

All-new Mercedes-Benz CLA Breaks Cover

An all-new Mercedes-Benz CLA has just been shown to the world. The model will be available with petrol and pure battery powertrains.

Manufacturer News · March 13, 2025

All-new Renault Duster Finally in SA

The all-new Renault Duster has finally been introduced to South Africa, two years since it made its international debut.

Manufacturer News · March 12, 2025

British Carmaker Longbow Aims to Reinvent the EV Sportscar

A new British carmaker Longbow has decided to take on the concept of an EV sportscar with two lightweight alternatives.

Electric Vehicles · March 12, 2025