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Kyle Kock

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Honda Civic Type R blasts onto local roads

The new Honda Civic Type R has just been launched, and we sent Double Apex contributor Nikesh Kooverjee to see if it lives up to the hype.

Honda · April 26, 2023

Forgotten Concepts Part 6: Audi Avus quattro

In the latest instalment of his Forgotten Concepts series, Double Apex contributor Kyle Kock has a look at Audi’s revolutionary Avus concept.

Audi · April 23, 2023

Forgotten Concepts Part 5: Renault Espace F1 [w/video]

In the latest instalment of our Forgotten Concepts series we take a look at an F1-powered MPV called the Renault Espace F1.

Opinion · February 2, 2023

Forgotten Concepts Part 4: Isdera Commendatore 112i

The Isdera Commendatore 112i is another one of those forgotten, supercars, a real 'what-if' type of product that could have been great.

Manufacturer News · August 31, 2022

All-new BMW 2 Series Now in SA: M240i xDrive driven

Double Apex attended the national ride and drive event of the latest BMW 2 Series range in the Western Cape this week.

BMW · March 8, 2022

The future is now: Audi launches six E-tron models in SA

Forget about waiting for Tesla models, because all the performance, luxury and comfort you need has just arrived in the Audi e-tron range.

Audi · February 24, 2022

Renault Clio V Finally in SA

The Renault Clio V has finally made its way to the South African market, years after it debuted on the international stage.

Manufacturer News · February 21, 2022

Vorsteiner Facelifts the G80 BMW M3 [w/video]

Wheel firm Vorsteiner also makes accessories for high-end vehicles. Their latest creation is a carbon-fibre fest for BMW's M3

BMW · January 23, 2022

Gazoo Racing unveils GT3 Concept and GRMN Yaris

Toyota's GR twins from the Tokyo Auto Salon is aimed at customers from its motorsport programme - the GRMN Yaris and GR GT3 Concept.

Manufacturer News · January 18, 2022

2022 Dakar Stage 11 [w/video]

2022 Dakar Stage 11 saw the battle intensify between title runners, as Bahrain Raid Xtreme’s Loeb pushed the envelope on Al-Attiyah.

Manufacturer News · January 13, 2022

2022 Dakar Stage 10 [w/video]

The 2022 Dakar Rally Stage 10 promised to reward faster drivers top ranking over its 375 km timed section, with over 500 metres of elevation.

Manufacturer News · January 12, 2022

2022 Dakar Stage 4

The fourth stage of the 2022 Dakar Rally was the longest the competitors would have to face in this year’s edition.

Actual Speed · January 5, 2022

2022 Dakar Stage 3 [w/video]

2022 Dakar Stage 3 took place as a 636 km loop to and from Al Qaisumah with a 255 km timed special section in the middle of two liasons.

Manufacturer News · January 4, 2022

Forgotten Concepts Part 3: Volkswagen W12

The Volkswagen W12 Concept wasn't just a rolling prototype. It packed legitimate punch from its W12 engine, and went on to set peed records.

Manufacturer News · January 4, 2022

Forgotten Concepts Part 2: Dodge Copperhead

The Dodge Copperhead was Chrysler's missed opportunity at making a real understudy to its Viper halo model.

Dodge · December 30, 2021

Forgotten Concept Cars Part 1: Ford GT90

The GT90 would have been a world-beater if Ford decided to commence with the production, but unfortunately the project was shelved.

Ford · December 28, 2021

Chasing Real-life Initial D [video]

YouTuber Albo hangs with mountain pass drifters as he goes chasing real-life Initial D with a crew that plays on a deserted road in Japan.

Videos · December 24, 2021

Carlex Design Jaguar XJC Revives Classic Silhouette

Carlex Design has lifted the wraps off its Jaguar XJC retromod concept; the modern version of a '70s classic.

Jaguar · November 24, 2021

FJ Cruiser Rendering Looks Production Ready

Visual artist Rain Prisk imagines the next-gen of Toyota's popular off-roader through his own FJ Cruiser rendering.

Manufacturer News · November 23, 2021

G80 BMW M3 Competition Driven At SA Launch

Double Apex was invited to drive the new G80 BMW M3 Competition around the Cape Winelands and also on a private racetrack.

BMW · March 19, 2021

McLaren lifts veil off Artura supercar [w/video]

McLaren Automotive unveils the Artura supercar which ushers in a new era for supercars with hybrid technology and lightweight architecture.

Manufacturer News · February 17, 2021

Hot Hatch Top 5: South African Class of 2021 [w/videos]

This week we outline the Hot Hatch Top 5 models due for release into the South African market in 2021 with indicative release info.

Manufacturer News · January 27, 2021

The Ultimate Rig – A Quest for Sim Racing Perfection

Has Len Gerber built the ultimate sim racing rig set-up in his quest for perfection, we take a look at the finer detail of his set-up

Motorsport · January 25, 2021

BMW 4 Series Models Driven on National Launch

DBL APX drives the new BMW 4 Series on some of our favourite roads in and around Cape Town, including Franschhoek Pass and Clarence Drive.

BMW · December 4, 2020

Sarel van der Merwe – My Sim Racing Experience

In his latest column for Double Apex, Sarel van der Merwe My Sim Racing Experience, the multiple SA champion outlines his foray into esports.

Manufacturer News · December 2, 2020