The GRMN Corolla Proves Toyota’s Nürburgring Obsession
The GRMN Corolla is engineered for extreme circuit driving, a direct result of Akio Toyoda’s personal challenge to master the Nürburgring.
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Toyota GR Yaris Automatic Driven
We reacquaint ourselves with the Toyota GR Yaris automatic after the hot hatch has undergone a massive revision. The Toyota GR Yaris was universally praised when it was launched to the world a few years ago. The product of Toyota’s in-house speed division, Gazoo Racing, was no warmed-over econobox. Instead, it was a properly engineered […]
Automatic Toyota GR Corolla Now on Sale in SA
Toyota South Africa offers some of the most exciting drivers cars on the local at the moment. That is not a sentence many would have considered a few years ago. The brand’s GR performance portfolio includes the GR Yaris, GR86 and GR Corolla. Soon, a halo sportscar will take its place at the top of […]
GR GT Sportscar Heads Up Toyota SA New Model Onslaught
Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) is a leading player in the local automotive landscape. The Japanese brand dominates the passenger car and commercial sectors, as well as the burgeoning new-energy vehicle (NEV) sub-segment. In 2025, TSAM sold 148 124 units which represents a market share of almost 25 per cent. The brand has, and continues […]
All-new Changan CS75 Pro CE Driven – Extensively
The Changan CS75 Pro CE is is part of a new range of Changan models that were introduced to South Africa late last year. We spent the summer break in the company of this family SUV to bring you this review. Close observers of the SA car market may recall a brand called Chana. The […]
Six JDM Legends That Created a Generation of Fans
The term JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) evokes images of flame-spitting turbochargers, high-revving powerplants, drifting and a tuner-centric car culture that exploded in the 1980s and 1990s. During this era, a handful of Japanese performance cars achieved legendary status worldwide, inspiring countless enthusiasts. Below we highlight six JDM Legends – each a cult hero in its […]
Toyota GR GT Road Car and GT3 Racecar Unveiled
The Toyota GR GT road car has finally been unveiled after loads of speculation and a drip-feed campaign in the media. Gazoo Racing pulled the wraps off its new sportscar at an event held at Fuji Speedway. The GR GT sits atop the GR portfolio, which includes the likes of the GR Yaris, Corolla and […]
I Own A Classic… 1976 Toyota Corolla SR5 (KE35)
Owner: Christo Pienaar Car: 1976 Toyota Corolla SR5 (KE35) Bought in: 2017 Mileage: 56 000 km Current value: approx R250 000. Why I bought this car: This car is pure 1970s JDM, which is a major drawcard for me. The story goes back to when I spotted the SR5 in traffic one day. I had to […]
Toyota Fortuner GR-S Driven – A Swiss Army Knife
A range-leading Toyota Fortuner GR-S, or GR-Sport, was added to the line-up earlier this year. We slid behind the wheel of the newcomer for an extended period over a wide range of conditions to bring you this review. Toyota is taking the sporting bull by the horns. While some brands are shying away from their […]
Upgraded GR Yaris Now in SA [w/video]
An upgraded GR Yaris was first shown at the most recent Tokyo Auto Salon. The updated version of Toyota’s rally-bred hot hatch has now touched down in SA. The newest version adds the option of an automatic transmission for those who prefer not to conduct their own cog swaps. Follow Double Apex on Instagram and […]
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. Follow Double Apex on Instagram and Facebook where we share more car content. Earlier this year Toyota sent its best-selling Corolla Cross to the surgeon’s rooms. The mid-ish size SUV […]
Toyota Launches Refreshed Corolla Cross Range
In the very early part of 2021 Toyota South Africa announced an expansion of its existing Corolla range. The Quest, Sedan and Hatch were joined by a fourth body style, that of a crossover, called the Cross (read our original story here). The time has now come for a mid-life facelift. With that in mind […]
Drifter Kalle Rovenpera Rips Up Japanese Mountain Pass [video]
Kalle Rovenpera rips up Japanese mountain pass, known as Mount Iwaki. In the process the two-time WRC champion encounters several Japanese motoring legends of the four-wheel and two-wheel variety. Mount Iwaki in Aomori Prefecture has 69 corners from the base to the summit, but has never been drifted before. Follow Double Apex on Instagram and Facebook where we share […]
Interesting Facts About the 2025 Toyota Dakar Bakkie
Preparation for the 2025 Dakar Rally has been taking place all year long. Teams have been testing endlessly to eradicate weak points, improve reliability and to make steeds faster than before. Toyota Gazoo Racing has entered multiple examples of the 2025 Toyota Dakar bakkie in an effort to replicate its overall victory from a few […]
Toyota Supra Final Edition Unveiled As A90 Bows Out
The current Supra was introduced over five years ago, although it feels much more recent than that. The A90 generation car will soon be put out to pasture, so the company has created the Toyota Supra Final Edition to say goodbye to its two-seat sportscar. This derivative will be limited to a production run of […]
Toyota GR86 Rally Legacy Concept Pays Homage to Past (w/video)
Toyota is on something of a performance offensive. The Japanese automaker competes in many top-flight motorsport series. But it also has a proud heritage, which includes the Celica GT-Four rally car. This Toyota GR86 Rally Legacy Concept was created as an homage to that car. Follow Double Apex on Instagram and Facebook where we share […]
I Own A Classic… 1978 Ferrari 308 GTS
Owner: T.J. Ostapchuk Car: 1978 Ferrari 308 GTS Bought in: 2011 Mileage when purchased/now: 30 000 km/56 000 km Current value: Between U$65 000 and U$100 000 – based on Hagerty’s valuation tool. Why I bought this car: The Ferrari 308 was my first love. When I was six years old, I was given a […]
Defining a Segment: Autobianchi A112 – The Original Hot Hatch
In a new series called, Defining a Segment, we take a look at cars that are not given the credit they deserve. Classic car buff Winston Mace takes a closer look at the Autobianchi A112. This boxy Italian can be considered the very first hot hatch. Contrary to popular belief, the VW Golf GTI was […]
Where Have All The Hatchbacks Gone? – Why SA Has Moved Towards Compact SUVs
Hatchbacks have long been the beating heart of the South African car market. Volkswagen, in particular, held a large chunk of the market with models such as the CitiGolf, Polo and Golf. These vehicles were the gold standard, the benchmark by which all other hatchbacks were measured. Their success wasn’t lost on other luxury brands. […]
Facts About the 2024 Toyota Dakar Bakkie
Preparation for the 2024 Dakar Rally has been taking place all year long, probably from a few days after the last race ended. Defending champs, Toyota Gazoo Racing, unveiled its 2024 Toyota Dakar bakkie with new livery and a few changes compared to the vehicle that won earlier this year. Click here to watch Giniel […]
Ryan Tuerck Drifts the Appalachian Mountains [video]
Ryan Tuerck drifts the Appalachian Mountains in his most recent custom creation, a Toyota Stout pick-up. Yeah, you read that right, one of those stodgy old bakkies that we used to see on the road in SA many, many years ago. Follow Double Apex on Instagram and Facebook where we share more car content. Buy now and take advantage […]
Live-Action Initial D On The Cards
Initial D is a cult classic Japanese animation that introduced millions of aspiring petrolheads around the world to the famous AE86 and the world of drifting. Now Sung Kang, best known for his role as Han in the Fast and Furious franchise is revving up to bring a live-action Initial D movie to the big […]
Toyota GR Supra Manual Driven
We laid our hands on the recently launched Toyota GR Supra manual, which we drove for a few days to bring you this review. When the Supra was launched locally in 2019, we were impressed by the latest of its name. Of course, there were countless folks (mostly keyboard warriors) complaining about its BMW-based underpinnings. […]
Toyota GR Corolla SA Now in SA
The list of Gazoo Racing-developed models in SA has grown to four this week with the addition of the GR Corolla. We attended the national ride-and-drive event to experience the newcomer first-hand. Toyota South Africa now offers some of the most exciting drivers cars on the local at the moment. That is not a sentence […]
Toyota’s NEV Strategy and Energy-Saving Initiatives
Toyota has long been a proponent of new energy vehicles (NEVs). The company’s foray into this segment pre-dates the term NEV if we think back to the introduction of the original Prius 25 years ago. The Prius is, of course, the first model to popularise the term hybrid in the automotive context. Follow Double Apex […]