The 2026 Dakar Rally officially started yesterday with a prologue section (read more here). But 2026 Dakar Stage 1 was the first day of proper racing at the 48th edition of the famous rally raid. Read our ‘Dakar 101‘ article here if you are still learning about the race. Follow Double Apex on Instagram and Facebook where we share […]
We have published countless articles during the year. We brought you several car reviews of test units we’ve driven or new car launch events attended. The new-car review was once the staple of automotive titles. But that has since been overtaken by, whatever the latest social media trend is hot. We still review cars as […]
Over the last decade, the state of roads across the nation has become a sore point for most South Africans. Potholes seem to multiply at the sight of a few raindrops. And kerbs fall away into the bush next to them. With all this, driving on local roads can cause levels of anxiety that are […]
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 […]
We recently took delivery of a Ford Territory Dark Edition, which was our first encounter with the smaller (since the Puma has now left the SA listings) of the Blue Oval’s SUV offerings. Ford used to be the brand of family cars. From Escorts and Cortinas to Sierras and Sapphires, Mondeos and Falcons. There always […]
We were recently presented with an opportunity to drive the recently refreshed Isuzu M-UX 3,0 Ddi LSE 4×4 AT. This was our first encounter with the rugged family SUV and we walked away with mixed feelings. We share seven things we learned during our review period. SUVs are all the rage in this day and […]
A few weeks after the all-new model made its South African debut, we got a hold of a Renault Duster Zen 4×4 to drive for a few days for a more in-depth driving experience. Previous generations of the Renault Duster, were quite well received by local buyers. Just over 26 000 units found homes in […]
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 […]
A few weeks after experiencing an Everest for the very first time, we took delivery of the range-leading Ford Everest Platinum to bring you this review. We’d not had the pleasure of driving any Ford product for years. We therefore graciously accepted an offer to drive the Everest Sport a few weeks ago. That derivative […]
Early this year Land Rover announced that it will enter the 2026 Dakar Rally. The British firm has now unveiled the Land Rover Defender D7X-R Prototype. The production-based machine will compete in the 2025 W2RC, which has implemented new regulations to make the ‘Stock’ category more competitive overall. Land Rover figured that this would be […]
We spent a few days acquainting ourselves with the Ford Everest Sport, our first experience of the nameplate, to bring you this review. The Ford Everest is an SUV that is built on the same essential bones of the Ford Ranger bakkie. This large SUV features a ladder-on-frame construction similar to a Toyota Fortuner and […]
Double Apex was invited to try out the all-new Renault Duster at its South African media ride-and-drive event in the Western Cape. About two years ago the Renault Group unveiled the third generation Duster. We thought that the model would make its way to SA some time in 2024. But the all-new Renault Duster it […]
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, […]
Double Apex was invited to attend the national ride-and-drive event of the newly launched Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster. We don’t usually cover commercial vehicles on Double Apex. But the Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster less commercial and more lifestyle orientated. We could not resist when the invited arrived and we saw that the event would take place largely […]
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 The Rover P5B. This British model can be considered the very first four-door coupe. In the early 1960s, Rover revolutionised the automotive […]
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 […]
The Renault Duster has been a staple of the French brand’s sales volume since it was launched locally over a decade ago. An all-new Duster has just been unveiled, which should be introduced locally in time. Follow Double Apex on Instagram and Facebook where we share more car content. Sister Act The all-new Duster you […]
Rare classic cars and collectibles are usually spared from wild customisation. That rule, however, does not apply to the Sema Show. The Eneos Jaguar E-Type is a perfect example of the madness usually seen at the annual showcase. Follow Double Apex on Instagram and Facebook where we share more car content. Buy now and take […]
A test unit of the facelifted Toyota Fortuner was recently placed in our care. We reacquainted ourselves with this top-selling model. To say that the Toyota Fortuner sells well is a bit of an understatement. It has been a sales success since its introduction in 2016. In fact, the Fortuner can gobble upwards of 50 […]
Double Apex was given the opportunity to experience Suzuki’s new Grand Vitara which enters the world of electrification with a new mild-hybrid option. The Suzuki Vitara returns to South African soil but this time around it repossessed the Grand moniker as found on the JT-generation launched globally in 2005. The previous-generation LY Vitara was available […]
Hyundai SA introduced the small Venue SUV into the local market towards the tail end of 2019. We attended the national media introduction and wrote about it here. This week the local subsidiary of the Korean automaker introduced the facelifted Hyundai Venue. Follow Double Apex on Facebook and Instagram, where we share more car content. […]
With the compact SUV market growing rapidly, Volkswagen has doubled downed and launched its third mini-SUV. The all-new Taigo is positioned between the T-Cross and T-Roc, spoiling the South African consumers for choice. For those who are a bit confused, there are now five VW SUVs on sale locally. In ascending order of size they […]
The Audi Q5 Sportback range made its debut locally towards the end of 2021. We finally got our hands on a test unit in Audi Q5 Sportback 45 TFSI guise, which we recently drove for a few days. Audi was a bit late to the swoopy SUV party. BMW’s X4 and Mercedes-Benz’s GLC have been […]
Bottrop-based Brabus is well-known for its high-performance machines that are based on vehicles from Mercedes. However, the Brabus 911 Turbo S could be one of its quickest creations to date. Follow Double Apex on Facebook and Instagram, where we share more car content. Buy now and take advantage of free delivery in South Africa on […]
