European companies such as Brabus and Mechatronik have been revitalising classic Mercedes models for many years. An American firm by the name Retro Designs has added its name to the list with the creation of this beautiful 1969 Mercedes 280SE restomod. Follow Double Apex on Instagram and Facebook where we share more car content. Contact […]
BMW AG has just pulled the wraps off the Neue Klasse BMW i3, which is the latest model in the brand’s ever-expanding EV portfolio. The battery powered sedan is the second of BMW’s Neue Klasse, which heralds a new design direction and new technologies for the German automaker. Follow Double Apex on Facebook and Instagram, […]
The Changan Deepal S07 is the leader of the current Changan portfolio, which was introduced to South Africa late last year. We spent a few days with the electrified family SUV to bring you this review. We spent the better part of our festive-season break behind the wheel of a Changan CS75 (read full review […]
Just a few weeks ago we attended the national ride and drive event of the refreshed Volvo XC60. The brand’s best selling model of all time is now joined by an all-electric sibling, called the Volvo EX60, in the middle of its SUV range. The newcomer made its international debut this week. It slots in […]
The MG ZS Pro is a newcomer to the South African new car market. It is part of the growing portfolio on offer from the rejuvenated MG brand. MG Motors made a re-entry into the South African market early in 2025. The British marque had been absent for a number of years in the local […]
The South African new-car market is in the midst of a seismic shift. The initial wave of budget-focused Chinese crossovers, led by best-sellers like the Chery Tiggo 4 Pro and Haval Jolion, has established a firm beachhead. Now, we are witnessing the ‘second wave’: a coordinated, multi-brand offensive targeting every single segment, from rugged 4x4s […]
Double Apex was invited to the national media ride-and-drive event of the refreshed Volvo XC60, recently held in the Western Cape winelands. Volvo was once known for its boxy sedans and stationwagons. The Swedish brand has transitioned to offering more SUVs than any other body style, and made a real success of it. The XC60 […]
A Volvo EX30 Cross Country has become the first full EV to ascend Sani Pass. The mountain road is a rite of passage for many South African off-road enthusiasts. In fact, people from around the world have learned about the treacherous terrain through the Drakensberg Mountains. As a result it has become something of a […]
We spent a few days with the Omoda C9 PHEV, a Chinese hybrid SUV that takes the brand decidedly upmarket. The Chery automobile group has been one of the top performers in the SA new car market. Not happy with just the Chery brand, the parent company has also launched siblings Omoda and Jaecoo. Both […]
There is no shortage of small SUVs in the sub R500 000 range in South Africa. Buyers in this segment are really spoiled for choice. That list expanded this week with the introduction of the Jaecoo J5. If you aren’t familiar with the brand, Jaecoo is a subsidiary of Chery Automobile, which sits along side […]
The Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid was introduced into the SA new car market a few weeks ago. We took delivery of a fresh test unit to learn more about the SUV. Hybrids were once the reserve of tree-huggers and the super eco-friendly. However, that has changed somewhat as new car buyers keep looking for ways […]
BMW AG has just pulled the wraps off the Neue Klasse BMW iX3, which is the latest model in the brand’s ever-expanding EV portfolio. The battery powered SUV is the first of BMW’s Neue Klasse, which heralds a new design direction and new technologies for the German automaker. The all-new model will go on sale […]
European and American companies have been producing lust-worthy restomods for quite some time. We have covered many of them on our website, as you can see at this link. One South African outfit has also got in on the act, building, what must be, the coolest Mercedes Ponton pickup restomod in the world. Follow Double […]
The term ‘hybrid’ is quite misunderstood in the motoring landscape. For years people thought that hybrids are electric cars. In a way, they are. But as the origins of the term imply, there is an amalgamation of different things. In this case it is two power sources. The most common combination is an electric drivetrain […]
We drove the recently introduced Mahindra XUV 3XO, which is one of, if not the, best passenger cars from the Indian automaker. It may comes as a surprise to many that Mahindra has been selling vehicles in the South African market for just over 20 years. The local subsidiary celebrated this milestone a few months […]
We got our hands on the range-leader of the recently launched BMW X3 range, the BMW X3 M50 xDrive, to bring you this driving review. A few months ago we attended the launch of the all-new BMW X3. The locally-produced model left a favourable impression with us. We had a brief spells behind the wheel […]
The Santa Fe Hybrid heralds in a new era for Hyundai as this is the automaker’s first hybrid electric vehicle to go on sale in SA. We attended the national media launch to learn more. Hyundai SA has, typically, been quite conservative when it comes to rolling out new models, derivatives and tech into the […]
The Mercedes-AMG GLC63S E-Performance is a different take on the somewhat contentious C63S sedan. It is quite possible that the SUV is the better option of the two siblings. Mercedes-AMG has copped plenty of flack for the downsized and electrified powertrain fitted to the C63S sedan. The rumbly angry V8 was replaced in favour […]
The all-new Volvo EX90 has just made its debut in South Africa. Double Apex was invited to learn more about the newcomer at the national launch event. A few years ago, Volvo management made the statement that every model within its line-up would be electrified. This process has been charging (sorry) along at a steady […]
BMW recently made a massive investment into its Rosslyn plant to produce the latest generation X3. Click here to read our launch report. That, of course, is on top of similar investments made by the likes of Toyota, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, et al, that all have manufacturing facilities within our borders. The latest multinational to join […]
Double Apex was invited to BMW HQ in Gauteng to see the all-new BMW X3 being built, as well as to drive the various derivatives currently on offer. It’s not surprising to learn that the BMW X3 is the best-selling product in the brand’s portfolio. It is a premium SUV that fits into the ‘lower-end’ […]
Volvo’s transition to a full electric range of offerings is taking place at a rapid pace, more so than any other legacy brand. The automaker just increased its pure-EV line-up with the addition of the Volvo EX30 Cross Country. Follow Double Apex on Instagram and Facebook where we share more car content We launched our […]
Italy has become something of a hub for the restomod industry. Boutique companies all over Italia are working their magic on classics to make them more user-friendly for the modern age. The Officine Fioravanti F40 Alte Prestazioni is the latest to receive this treatment. Follow Double Apex on Facebook and Instagram, where we share more […]
Double Apex recently got opportunity to drive the Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor. This model is another arrow of Volvo’s electrified arsenal in South Africa. Remember when Volvo was known for its boxy stationwagons with turbocharged engines? Well, those days are long gone. Under its new (Chinese) parent company and more flamboyant design team, the […]
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, […]
