F1 analyst and racing legend Graham Duxbury takes a closer look at the upcoming 2026 F1 season and how the regulations are providing a great F1 reset. The 2026 Formula One season will see the most comprehensive rules overhaul since the sport’s turbo-hybrid era began in 2014. It will usher in a new generation of […]
F1 analyst and racing legend Graham Duxbury takes a closer look at the 2026 F1 engine regulations as well as some history of the sport over the decades. Formula One has always been a sport of reinvention. From the screaming naturally-aspirated engines of the past to the turbo-hybrid power units of today, the technological landscape […]
It was a comment from a former racing driver, an ex-SA champ, on social media: Dakar is so exciting. Love it. That got me thinking, what is the allure of the Dakar? Dakar, of course, refers to the famous off-road race, the Dakar Rally and not the capital city of Senegal from which it takes […]
Racing legend and F1 commentator Graham Duxbury takes a closer look at Artificial Intelligence in F1: the hidden driver. Behind the advanced aerodynamic shapes and mouldings that characterise Formula One cars in the current ground-effect, hybrid-powertrain era lies a less visible but unquestionably formidable and transformative force: Today, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has an increasingly powerful […]
Racing legend and F1 commentator Graham Duxbury takes a closer look at the legacy of F1’s true all-rounders. Max Verstappen’s recent triumph at the Nürburgring in a GT3 car has reignited the debate about the value of versatility in motorsport. Many hailed the victory as further proof that Verstappen is not only Formula One’s dominant […]
Racing legend and F1 commentator Graham Duxbury takes a closer look at the changing times in F1. Formula One has always been defined by its rivalries, and the 2025 season is no exception. With the championship now reaching a critical phase, it’s abundantly clear that we’re witnessing another fascinating battle – one that blends cutting-edge […]
Many fans believe Formula One’s ‘excitement barometer’ is based on the number of different winners and the closeness of the championship chase during the year. Regular F1 contributor Graham Duxbury outlines F1’s most competitive season. Based on this metric, the 1982 season must go down as one of the most exciting and the most competitive. […]
How do the roles of Nationalism and Identity in F1 play out? Racing legend and F1 commentator Graham Duxbury takes a closer look. National pride has long played a role in Formula One, with teams being seen as national icons for their countries of origin. Back in the 1950s and ’60s F1 teams like Ferrari, […]
Are you the ultimate Brad Binder fan? If you are, then this could be for you. Brad Binder’s record setting KTM RC16 MotoGP has been listed by RM Sotheby’s auction house. This is the very same machine with which Binder set the MotoGP top speed record at Mugello in 2023. The SA lad piloted the […]
Crashes are part and parcel of motorsport. Racers are constantly pushing the envelope and often jostling for the same piece of tar. But when things do go wrong there is a Safety Car to slow the pace and keep trackside marshals safe. But watch as the Safety Car crashes at MotoGP event held in Austin […]
This 2025 FIA WEC Qatar 1812 km race report was compiled by regular endurance-racing correspondent and motorsport fundi, Dr Nick van der Meulen. The opening round of the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship took place at Qatar…on a Friday. The 1812 km race comprises of 335 laps or 10 hours of racing, maximum. The circuit […]
There are few names in the world of motorsport as well-known as Valentino Rossi. The ‘Doctor’ as he became known, excelled as a motorcycle racer. After hanging up his leathers he opted for four wheels and has been part of BMW’s works outfit since the start of 2023. As a BMW M works driver, he […]
Motorsports have never been at the top of the ranks when it comes to betting sports, usually drawing in far fewer participants than other sports like football or basketball. This has always been the case; but recently, things seem to be taking a turn for the better. Motorsports are talked about much more often, and […]
Motorsport fans may be familiar with the name Liberty Media. The American firm is the current owner of Formula One. The same company is now set to acquire MotoGP. The deal will see Liberty Media acquire Dorna Sports, the current commercial rights holder to the MotoGP World Championship. Liberty Media will acquire 86 percent of […]
This 2024 WEC Qatar 1812 km race report was compiled by regular endurance-racing correspondent Dr Nick van der Meulen. The opening round of the 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) took place in Qatar. The 1812 km race comprises of 335 laps or 10 hours of racing, maximum. The circuit is MotoGP compliant, which means […]
This 2023 WEC 8 Hours of Bahrain race report is proudly brought to you by Toyota Gazoo Racing. The final round of the FIA World Endurance Championship took place in the Gulf. The 2023 WEC 8 Hours of Bahrain was hosted at a track that most fans will recognise from Formula One races that take […]
Marc Marquez is set to leave Honda at the end of the 2023 season. The Japanese motorcycle maker is releasing the multiple MotoGP world champion a year earlier than the planned four-year contract. Both parties agreed it was in their best interests to each pursue other avenues in the future to best achieve their respective […]
The ultimate drag race pits a KTM MotoGP Bike, a WRC car, a World Rallycross car and a crazy Ford SuperVan against a Formula One car over the standing quarter mile. Follow Double Apex on Instagram and Facebook where we share more car content. Buy now and take advantage of free delivery in South Africa on orders over R349. […]
South African Ruche Moodley scores podium in a major race series. The teenager announced himself to the racing world today in no uncertain terms. The PE-born rider claimed his maiden podium in the hotly contested Rookies Cup race taking place in Le Mans, France. Moodley qualified in 13th place, but fought his way through the […]
The second round of the World Endurance Championship ran at Portimao, Portugal in warm weather. It is relatively new to the WEC calendar and has recently received criticism for its kitty litter for MotoGP racers. The FIA has promised another investigation after a Porsche in the support class launched into a spectator grandstand in qualifying. […]
Here’s our list of the top 5 stories of 2022 as read by you, our loyal readers. Double Apex entered its fourth year of operation in 2022. Our proudly South African automotive portal has grown from strength to strength increasing its viewership, both locally and abroad. Our little slice of the internet has been viewed […]
Drag racing is one of the simplest forms of motorsport and, in all likelihood, one of the oldest as well. Two vehicles line up side-by-side and race from a standstill to the finish line one-quarter of a mile (402 metres) away. It is so simple that a large number of competitors around the world compete […]
There have been many interesting match-ups in the motoring world. Bike vs car is one of the more popular, as you can see here. But this Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo vs Monster truck is one of the most unlikely. Follow Double Apex on Facebook and Instagram, where we share more car content. Buy now and take advantage of […]
A few weeks ago we brought you news that MotoGP star Brad Binder was in SA to set a new two-wheel lap record at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit. You can see that article at this link. The lap-record attempt was part of a promotional video shot by Binder’s prime sponsor. Earlier today the main video, […]
This is the question that has been the friction point for fans of two- and four-wheel machines for ages: which is quicker, a car or a bike? Well, UK automotive website Car Wow is trying to answer it in this twin-turbo Lambo vs MotoGP bike drag race. Follow Double Apex on Facebook and Instagram, where […]
