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 […]
There are several Chinese car brands presently on offer in South Africa. The original foray of brands from China started well over 15 years ago. However, that was mostly carried out by wholesalers and importers. As a result of, then, iffy quality and poor after-sales service, most disappeared. However, those that still exist have returned, mostly, […]
The folks from SantAgata have been busy of late. About year ago they unleashed the latest V12 supercar. The hybrid Urus SUV followed. The Italian sportscar manufacturer pulled the wraps off the Lamborghini Temerario this week. The latest ‘entry level’ sportscar from Lamborghini made its public debut at Monterey Car week currently taking place in […]
The current generation Defender is a pretty cool looking machine. It’s street cred has now been given a shot of adrenaline as the Land Rover Defender Octa is introduced. This is the most focussed, performance-orientated version to ever wear the Defender badge. Follow Double Apex on Instagram and Facebook where we share more car content. Most Powerful The Land […]
Double Apex was invited to the national ride-and-drive event of the all-new Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupe held in KZN earlier this week. Think of Mercedes-Benz and your mind may float towards staunch sedans or the increasing list of SUVs the brand produces. However, the automaker has a long history of sleek coupes that includes the likes […]
Double Apex attended the 2024 Beijing Auto Show as guest of Chery Auto South Africa. We share with you some of the highlights of the showcase in the gallery below. The 2024 Beijing Auto Show is going against the grain. Time and time again we have read that the traditional, in-person, motor show is dead, […]
The Lamborghini Urus has a pretty imposing appearance. Most heads swivel and camera phones snap away when there is one close by. But for a few, even that isn’t enough attention. To stand out even more, they probably need a Novitec Esteso Widebody Lamborghini Urus. Follow Double Apex on Instagram and Facebook where we share […]
Lamborghini customers are pretty restricted when it comes to buying a product from Sant’Agata Bolognese. You can have a Huracan, a Urus or a Revuelto. But that is set to change as a fourth model line will be added in 2028. The newcomer will be powered solely by batteries and inspired by the Lanzador concept […]
2023 is upon us and the motoring world seems to be returning to normality in a post-C19 era. This means that the automotive industry is shaping up for a bumper year. There are dozens of new models scheduled for introduction during the course of 2023. Here are the top 5 new models coming to SA […]
It had to happen. Aston Martin, Porsche, Rolls Royce, Bentley and Lamborghini have all done it. Each of the brands has produced an SUV to meet the whims of the buying public. Now comes the turn of a famous Italian marque. Say hello to the Ferrari Purosangue, the company’s first-ever SUV. Follow Double Apex on […]
A few weeks ago we brought you an interesting article about a BMW 2 Series with a triple-turbo diesel engine. We spotted that car at the 2022 Simola Hillclimb and published the story shortly after, as you can read here. This week we showcase the world’s first diesel-powered Nissan GT-R R35. Follow Double Apex on […]
A new Lamborghini Urus will debut in a few days. The Italian company wanted to make a splash with the upcoming car. It did so by setting a new record at the Pikes Peak International Hillclimb. Follow Double Apex on Facebook and Instagram, where we share more car content. Buy now and take advantage of […]
Below is our original report on the launch of the all-new Range Rover Sport. The South African subsidiary has just released pricing and the full engine line-up that can be expected on the local listings from October this year. We have added that info to the bottom of this post. The latest generation Range Rover […]
We have been covering the Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato story since the very first concept of the car broke cover (original article here). The very first images would have probably been to gauge interest from potential buyers. Once we started to see test mules in action (as seen here) it was a given that it would […]
Lotus built a reputation for building sportscars, and lightweight cars at that. So it may come as a surprise to learn that its newest vehicle is an all-electric SUV. Say hello to the Lotus Eletre. Lotus’ new owners, Chinese company Geely, says Eletre is a globally relevant product, a shining halo of sustainable mobility for […]
In 2019 Lamborghini unveiled a concept car called the Huracan Sterrato. It is a high-riding version of the company’s ‘entry-level’ Huracan. At the time it was billed as “a new dimension of Lamborghini ‘fun to drive off-road’. Well, the response for such a model must have been quite positive as a Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato prototype […]
Aston Martin was a relative newcomer to the SUV game. The British firm introduced its first high-riding model as late as 2020. Today the automaker throws down the gauntlet as it debuts the Aston Martin DBX707. It is billed as the most powerful production SUV on sale. Follow Double Apex on Facebook and Instagram, where […]
California-based aftermarket rim company Vorsteiner is well known for its stylish alloys that fit high-end exotics and sports cars alike. But they may just become better known for making the new BMW M3 a little more pleasing to the eye. Follow Double Apex on Facebook and Instagram, where we share more car content. Vorsteiner’s accessories program includes carbon […]
It’s been a while since we featured a drag race video from Car Wow. This week the UK website has arranged an American vs German SUV battle. The two protagonists are pretty closely matched, but with a few key differences. Follow Double Apex on Facebook and Instagram, where we share more car content. Buy now […]
German tuning house Brabus has a long tradition of modifying products from Mercedes-Benz. The company also has a preoccupation with top speeds. The Brabus 900 Rocket Edition GLE is the world’s fastest SUV and it is limited to just 25 units worldwide. Follow Double Apex on Facebook and Instagram, where we share more car content. […]
Automobili Lamborghini’s history has produced many firsts and records. Here are four quirky Lamborghini facts that you might not have heard about before, including one very interesting show car. Follow Double Apex on Facebook and Instagram, where we share more car content. Order from our online store and take advantage of free delivery in South […]
A few years ago a car with 400+ kW was more than likely made by an exotic manufacturer and considered a supercar. Today that number is the stuff of performance SUVs. The latest member to join the fray is the Range Rover Sport SVR Ultimate edition. Follow Double Apex on Facebook and Instagram, where we […]
Porsche has a habit of introducing new derivatives of its existing range that fans and buyers didn’t know they wanted. The Porsche GT3 is a prime example. Fans were crazy about the racy sportscar, until Porsche created the more covert GT3 Touring, which is the version many people now prefer. The latest example is the […]
Audi has been on a bit of a new-model onslaught over the last year. We didn’t really notice in SA as there were not many new model introductions being carried out by the company’s local subsidiary in 2020, for obvious reasons. However, earlier this week Audi South Africa hosted an event whereby the SA media […]
Audi has a plethora of performance models in the SA market. From turbocharged hatchbacks and small coupes all the way up to mid-engined supercars it has all the bases covered. In a few weeks there will be two new models to choose from in the shapes of the Audi RS6 Avant and RS7 Sportback. The […]
