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Six JDM Legends That Created a Generation of Fans

By Chayton Koch Classic Cars

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 […]

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Changing Times in F1: How do Today’s Championship Battles Differ From Those of Seasons Past?

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux F1, Opinion

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 […]

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Lando Norris’ Exotic Car Collection

By Staff Writer F1

In our experience, many racing drivers aren’t really petrolheads. At the top end of the sport it’s about competition rather than loving cars. However, Lando Norris’ exotic car collection proves that the rising star is a car lover, the same as anyone else who follows this website. As you will read below, Lando Norris has […]

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2025 F1 Season Preview: Prepare for Battle

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux F1

This month we welcome a new new name to the Double Apex writing team in the shape of Graham Duxbury. His first submission is a preview of the 2025 F1 season. Graham Duxbury is a former professional racing driver, celebrated SA champion, and acclaimed motorsport administrator and commentator. A South African Hall of Fame inductee, […]

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Five Cars Named After Formula One Drivers

By Staff Writer F1

There are plenty of cars manufacturers that are named after people. Many of the bigger brands take the name of their founders such as Ford, Toyota, Citroen, etc. This holds especially true for sportscar makers such as Bugatti, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Pagani, Porsche, et al. However, it is pretty rare to have a car named after […]

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The Most Iconic Cars To Wear The GTR Badge

By Banzai Matai Opinion

The letters ‘G’, ‘T’ and ‘R’ have become synonymous with extreme performance motoring. Some will already have an image in their heads of a car that wears these famous letters. But that image will differ across petrolheads. The reason is that this badge has been applied to many performance derivatives over the decades. We take […]

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Senna Sempre Liveried F1 and Senna Road Car

By Staff Writer F1, McLaren

May is usually an emotional time for F1 fans of old. This May is even more so as it is the 30th anniversary of the passing of Ayrton Senna. To commemorate this event McLaren has produced Senna Sempre liveried versions of its Senna road car and the Formula One team will run in similar colours […]

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5 Motorsport Movies to Watch This Festive Season

By Karunesh Matadin Opinion

We know many are taking a break over this (SA) summer. So here are 5 motorsport movies we recommend for you and your family to enjoy this festive season. Whether you’re a die-hard racing fan or just love a good adrenaline rush, these five motorsports movies will leave you glued to the screen, feeling the […]

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Petrolhead Gift Guide 2023

By Karunesh Matadin Opinion

The festive season is upon us, and with it comes the annual challenge of finding the perfect gift for loved ones. But for the petrolhead in your life, the quest can be particularly daunting. Fear not. This year, ditch the mundane and embrace the spirit of the season with gifts that truly appeal to the […]

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F1 Review: Canada 2023

By Nicholas Pillay F1

We take a quick look back at the most recent race of the season in our post, F1 Review Canada 2023. While practice and qualifying were dampened by rain, there was not a cloud in sight during the 2023 Canadian Grand Prix. Lewis Hamilton had an explosive start and quickly snatched P2 from Fernando Alonso. […]

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Ten Facts About Sebastian Vettel

By Staff Writer F1

The world of Formula One feels a little sadder this week and it’s not just because it is the last last race of the season. Sebastian Vettel will retire from the sport after 15 competitive years at the peak of the motorsport pyramid. With that in mind we bring you ten facts about Sebastian Vettel […]

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5 Facts About Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit

By Staff Writer F1

The British F1 Grand Prix takes place this weekend. Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit will play host to the event. This Northamptonshire facility is steeped in tradition. It has often been the site of many memorable races over the years. Ahead of the race, we thought we’d share 5 facts about Silverstone that you may not […]

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F1 Review: Brazil 2021 (and F1 ramblings)

By Nick van der Meulen F1, Manufacturer News

Our regular F1 correspondent outlines the humdinger Sao Paulo Formula One Grand Prix in his race report F1 Review Brazil 2021. The F1 circus made a welcome return to Brazilian shores, the first time since 2019. The circuit is situated not far from the country’s financial hub, Sao Paulo. According to Rubens Barrichello, the run-off […]

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McLaren Elva With Windscreen Unveiled [w/video]

By Banzai Matai Manufacturer News

Do you recall the McLaren Elva? We covered the news story when the car was unveiled late in 2019. Well, it seems that not everyone enjoys that wind-in-your-hair, bugs-in-your-teeth driving experience as a new McLaren Elva with windscreen was just unveiled. Just 149 units are planned for production, making it one of the rarer McLarens […]

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