Sep 14, 2026 Motorsport

Killarney ready to crown National Champions

First 2026 South African champions to be decided in the Cape? While some of the chases will indeed go down to the finale a month later, several South African National circuit racing championships could well be decided at the penultimate sixth round National Extreme Festival at Killarney on Saturday 19 September. Among them, a home hero is looking good in the South African Touring Cars, while the…

Sep 14, 2026 Motorsport

Can Julian wrap it up at home?

A good day could clinch van der Watt a SA Touring Cars title Home hero Julian van der Watt heads to Killarney’s sixth South African Touring Cars round in a 24 point championship advantage. Should he add another ten points to that tally, Julian will make the short drive home with a maiden SA Touring Car Championship in his pocket. It’s never that easy however, as van der Watt well knows. So a good…

Sep 14, 2026 Motorsport

Scheepers on the verge of Astron Energy Polo Cup title?

Penultimate round 30th Birthday Cup at Killarney Dainfern Dentist Hannes Scheepers has one hand on the 30th Anniversary 2026 Astron Energy Polo Cup Championship as the series returns to Cape Town for its second bite at the Killarney Raceway on Saturday 19 September. Or so it seems. Already at a 27-point advantage, it may appear to be all over bar the shouting headed into this penultimate round…

Sep 14, 2026 Motorsport

Single seater struggle heads for Killarney

Aqil. Mikel take Investchem MSA4 battle back to Cape With just nine Investchem MSA4 South African National championship points between them, Aqil Alibha and Mikel Bezuidenhout take their 2026 title struggle to Cape Town when the sixth round National Extreme Festival visits the Killarney International Raceway on Saturday 19 September. Former British Formula 4 racer Alibhai took a double win in his…

Sep 14, 2026 Motorsport

Can Chemical Logistics wrap it up at Killarney?

Team can leave the Cape with the title sewn up Chemical Logistics Racing is in a strong position as it heads to Killarney’s sixth round South African Touring Cars races in Cape Town on Saturday 19 September. With 34 points needed to be sure of the title, Julian van der Watt leads teammate KC Ensor-Smith by 24 points. But with their closest rivals sitting 36 points behind, all Julian needs do is…

Sep 14, 2026 Motorsport

Volkswagen Motorsport chasing a Killarney step up

Volkswagen back to Killarney for Cape Extreme Festival Rookie Christopher Tait is keen to improve on his recent great 30th Anniversary Astron Energy Polo Cup form, while Volkswagen Motorsport SATC SupaCup teammate Rory Atkinson is keen on a similar step as the team returns to Killarney for the penultimate round National Extreme Festival on Saturday 19 September. “We enjoyed a positive outing last…

Sep 14, 2026 Motorsport

Extreme Festival celebrates Spring in style

Surprises, great racing & title conundrums at Zwartkops Zwartkops celebrated spring in grand style when the 2026 Northern Regions Extreme Festival visited the Pretoria Raceway for a cracking fifth round on Saturday. If the various classes were on a knife’s edge before the weekend, the Dunlop V8 Supercars, ATE VW Challenge, M Performance Parts BMWs, DOE Formula Vees and Digit FMS 111 GT & Saloons…

Sep 14, 2026 Motorsport

ATE VW Challenge taught a Lessing

Anthony, Keegan & Bryce take Zwartkops to tighten title battles Anthony Lessing, Keegan Nathan, and Bryce Pillay each scored a grand slam as they dominated Zwartkops Raceway’s fifth round Northern Regions Extreme Festival ATE VW Challenge action on Saturday. All three results also served to tighten up the chases and leave each class championship wide open with two rounds left to race. Anthony…

Sep 10, 2026 Motorsport

La Monumental awaits: Inside F1's spectacular new Madrid circuit 

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux This weekend, Formula One teams head to Madrid and the new 5.4km Madring circuit on the outskirts of the Spanish capital, where one of the most intriguing new additions to the modern Grand Prix calendar awaits. The 22-corner layout has been designed by Carsten Tilke to provide a mixture of high-speed corners, heavy braking zones and technical sequences, presenting…

Sep 08, 2026 Motorsport

Aston Martin Vantage wins in Austin as the Heart of Racing Team claims a double podium

Aston Martin Vantage achieves its first WEC win of 2026, in the Lone Star Le Mans race at the Circuit of the Americas Heart of Racing Team claims first double podium in FIA World Endurance Championship at its home race Zach Robichon and Mattia Drudi claim maiden WEC victory alongside team principal Ian James, who won at COTA for the second time in three years THOR locks out front row in…

Sep 08, 2026 Motorsport

A2RL Sets New International Benchmark with Europe’s First Five-Car Autonomous Race

UAE team Kinetiz wins A2RL’s first race outside of Abu Dhabi during ACI Racing Weekend hosted on Imola’s iconic Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari The Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League (A2RL) completed the first-ever multi-car autonomous race in Europe at the Imola Circuit in Italy on 5 September 2026, as part of ACI Racing Weekend. Kinetiz (UAE) won the League’s inaugural…

Sep 08, 2026 Motorsport

Spirited Monza fightback positions Audi Revolut F1 Team for final European showdown

Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto launched strong recovery drives after difficult opening laps Smart strategy calls and the fastest pit stop of the Grand Prix allowed the team to maximise pace on a challenging circuit Development driver Freddie Slater maintains a 15-point lead at the top of the Formula 3 championship heading into the season finale The Audi Revolut F1 Team demonstrated…

Sep 07, 2026 Motorsport

Gauteng racers on Zwartkops knife's edge

Tight Regional Extreme chases add to the thrill The 2026 Northern Regions Extreme Festival returns to Gauteng with several championships poised on a knife’s edge for Pretoria’s fifth round at Zwartkops on Saturday 12 September. Local fans are in for a treat with a full programme including the thundering Dunlop V8 Supercars action-packed ATE VW Challenge, full turbo and naturally aspirated BMW M…

Sep 07, 2026 Motorsport

ATE VW Challenge races back home

Zwartkops set for epic ATE VW Challenge action The ATE VW Challenge returns home to Zwartkops Raceway for its appointment at the fifth round Gauteng Northern Regions Extreme Festival where all three classes storm into action with their title chases quite literally poised on a knife’s edge. All of which makes a trip to the Pretoria racetrack to watch it go down first hand into an unbeatable way to…

Sep 07, 2026 Motorsport

Rotax Max blows strong at Killarney

Stiff South Easter did not quell Cape kart regional A clear, sunny day and a stiff Cape South Easter greeted the Western Province Rotax Max karters to a well-supported sixth round at the Killarney Kart Track on Saturday. The wind would not stop Jason Coetzee from dominating DD2, Conor Hughes from a close Masters win and Keagan Beaumont surprising in Senior. Max Boshoff won Junior Max again, Zac…

Sep 07, 2026 Motorsport

Guy Botterill extended his lead in SA Rally-Raid Championship while Henry Köhne now leads overall navigator standings after team’s second consecutive victory

The Toyota Gazoo Racing driver, Guy Botterill, has extended his lead in the 2026 SA Rally-Raid Championship after claiming his second consecutive victory together with navigator, Henry Köhne. Botterilland Köhne won the recent Century Property Developments - Century Racing Outeniqua 400, the third round of the SARRC that took place in the Garden Route in the Western Cape. Botterill started the…

Sep 01, 2026 Motorsport

Aston Martin Vantage wins at the Nürburgring in GT World Challenge Europe

Comtoyou Racing claims second win of the GT World Challenge Europe Endurance Cup season, at the Nürburgring in Germany Aston Martin celebrates multiple overall GT World Challenge victories in a single season for the first time Mattia Drudi, Marco Sørensen and Nicki Thiim convert pole position into a controlled victory with Vantage Comtoyou Racing celebrates fourth major Vantage win of the season,…

Sep 01, 2026 Motorsport

Hennie's Outeniqua heartbreak

A total loss as competitive TreasuryONE Hilux burns out The Century Racing Outeniqua 400 had gone pretty well until then for Hennie de Klerk and Carl Swanepoel and the TreasuryONE Hilux. After qualifying quickest in their SA T1 class and sitting tenth overall and second in class overnight, the team was cruising home after stopping to help Saood Variawa and Charan Moore turn their factory Hilux…

Sep 01, 2026 Motorsport

Red-Lined raids to Outeniqua glory

SA rally-raid class win as Red-Lined leads two classes Red-Lined Motorsport returns from the midseason Century Racing Outeniqua 400 with a class win and leading two of the South African Rally-Raid Championship classes, following a gruelling weekend at the delayed Southern Cape race. Nielen Marx and Rickus Hattingh took a maiden national T1 class win in their Red-Lined VK50, while Red-Lined REVO…

Sep 01, 2026 Motorsport

Rotax Max crowns 2026 SA Kart Champions

Visser, Human, Dowling, du Toit, Harris & Melohkule crowned Rotax Max crowned it’s 2026 South African karting champions at the epic National Finals at the Zwartkops International Kart Raceway in Pretoria over the weekend. Six of the new champions, Charl Michael Visser, Sebastiano Human, Brodi Dowling, Luke du Toit, Radhi Harris, and Ndlovu Melohkule, now qualify to represent South Africa at the…

Aug 31, 2026 Motorsport

Guy Botterill/Henry Köhne victorious in Garden Route as Century Property Development – Century Racing Outeniqua 400 turned into a race of attrition

The long-awaited Century Property Development – Century Racing Outeniqua 400, the third round of the 2026 SA Rally-Raid Championshipthat took place in the Upper-Langkloof in the southern Cape’s scenic Garden Route, was convincingly won by Guy Botterill/Henry Köhne (Toyota Gazoo Racing SA Hilux IMT EVO) who lead the two-day, 400 kilometre race from start to finish to claim their secondconsecutive…

Aug 31, 2026 Motorsport

First day of Century Racing Outeniqua 400 marked by fierce racing action and intense pressure in scenic Garden Route

The first day of the Century Property Development – Century Racing Outeniqua 400, the third round of the SARally-Raid Championship taking place from Louvain Guest Farm halfway between George and Uniondale in the Upper Langkloof in the Garden Route, was marked by some fierce racing action while teams felt the pressure for good results and scoring maximum pointstowards the national championship…

Aug 27, 2026 Motorsport

Habot races ahead as ever

Habot lubed Polos have won 8 of 11 Cup races in '26 Habot Performance Lubricants has a proud motor racing heritage and 2026 is no different. Several 30th Birthday Astron Energy Polo Cup racers continue to insist on the brand’s superior synthetic lubricants for optimal performance, which has seen to Habot lubricated cars winning eight of eleven Polo Cup races so far this season. “Motorsport has…

Aug 27, 2026 Motorsport

Mercedes dominance to follow McLaren successes?

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux McLaren’s two victories in succession have transformed the competitive landscape in Formula One, but the Papaya team should be wary of complacency. Lando Norris’s recent successes, following McLaren’s development gains in Hungary and Zandvoort, have exposed small vulnerabilities in what has been a remarkably strong Mercedes package this year. Norris’s Zandvoort…

Aug 26, 2026 Motorsport

Audi Revolut F1 Team extends points streak to four races with stirring performance in Dutch Grand Prix

Nico Hulkenberg executed a sharp comeback from 12th to eighth to secure four valuable championship points Swift driver reactions allowed both cars to safely navigate a hazardous lap-one incident on a slick track surface Gabriel Bortoleto demonstrated solid pace to recover to 13th, confirming strong team form on both sides of the summer break The Audi Revolut F1 Team carried its pre-break momentum…

Aug 26, 2026 Motorsport

Ryan Hunt set for VMX Des Nations

South African motocross legend to fly flag in UK South African Motocross legend Ryan Hunt is back in England to compete in this weekend’s VMXdN Veteran Motocross des Nations. Hunt will race alongside Americans Keith Johnson and Ronnie Mac in the international Team 69 in his eighth VMXdN outing at the Hawkstone Park Circuit in Shropshire aboard a 2001 Tork Craft Yamaha YZ 250 two-stroke. “I’m…

Aug 26, 2026 Motorsport

Buggyra ZM Racing set for Poland Baja, round four of FIA European Baja Cup

Buggyra ZM Racing is ready for the Poland Baja, the fourth round of the FIA European Baja Cup, in Szczecin and Drawsko Pomorskie, running from August 28-30. The team will once again field two cars in the T1+ class of the Ultimate category. Aliyyah Koloc will race alongside Polish co-driver Marcin Pasek in a Red-Lined Revo GTR, and Buggyra CEO Martin Koloc will make his return to the cockpit after…

Aug 26, 2026 Motorsport

SA Rally: the cowboy makes Habig cry

Van Wyk grabs Ermelo win as Habig sticks in gear The Swazi Cowboy, Jono van Wyk and Nico Swartz and their NRC1 Volkswagen Polo quite literally made champions Benjamin Habig and Barry White cry when they stole victory in the Dunlop shod South African Championship Ingco Ermelo Rally over the weekend. Championship leaders Habig and White won five of Friday’s seven stages to command the overnight…

Aug 25, 2026 Motorsport

KTM paints Mafikeng orange

KTM, Team Tork Craft star in Cross Country National Team Tork Craft starred while KTM painted Mafikeng orange, when the fourth round South African Cross Country Championship backed by Tork Craft Tools visited the Northwest for its annual semidesert race on Saturday. It was close overall as Matthew Wilson rode his KTM home to a commanding twelve minute victory over Peter Karam’s Yamaha and John…

Aug 25, 2026 Motorsport

Datsun dominates ZWARTKOPANAPOLIS 500

1971 SSS shows them how in Zwartkops enduro Among the most enjoyable races in Zwartkops’ action packed annual calendar, the Pretoria racetrack’s 2026 fifth Zwartkopanapolis 500 endurance race delivered great action over the weekend. Eight hours and 500 miles later, Jacques and Marius van der Bergh and Edward Nel piloted their classic Jensen Motorsport Team Lemon Bully Datsun 1600 SSS to a…

Aug 25, 2026 Motorsport

Rotax MAX 2026: it comes down to this

2026 Max Nationals come to a head at Zwartkops The 2026 South African Rotax Max karting Challenge comes to a head at the Zwartkops International Kart Raceway in Pretoria over the 28 and 29 August weekend. Six National Champions will be crowned after four heats on the day. They qualify to represent South Africa at November’s ‘Olympics of Karting’ Rotax Max Grand Finals in Portugal. It may be…

Aug 25, 2026 Motorsport

Outeniqua crunch time for Red-Lined

SA rally-raid carmaker leads two National classes The coming 28 and 29 August weekend is another crucial date for Red-Lined Motorsport and the entire 2026 South African Rally-Raid Championship when the Century Racing Outeniqua 400 finally charges off the starting line in the Southern Cape. Delayed at the eleventh hour due to extreme storms in the area in April, it now becomes a critical round of…

Aug 21, 2026 Motorsport

Dunlop makes racing history at Aldo

Dunlop has it all its own way at Scribante Nationals Dunlop Tyres South Africa made history at Saturday’s fifth round Aldo Scribante National Extreme Festival. Every single car that raced across the six categories on the day, raced on Dunlop tyres. At the same time, among Dunlop’s 2026 National Championship outcomes became apparent, but it is still very much all to play for in the other classes.…

Aug 21, 2026 Motorsport

Aston Martin THOR Team completes Valkyrie testing on Silverstone Grand Prix circuit

Development version of Aston Martin Valkyrie Hypercar runs on Silverstone Grand Prix circuit for the first time Aston Martin THOR evaluates a range of technical innovations as it assesses future direction of Valkyrie Hypercar programme Aston Martin works drivers Ross Gunn and Harry Tincknell share driving duties in Valkyrie Extensive running provides vital data ahead of FIA World Endurance…

Aug 18, 2026 Motorsport

TGRSA targets crucial finish at pivotal Ermelo Rally

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) heads to Mpumalanga this weekend for the Ermelo Rally, Round 5 of the 2026 South African National Rally Championship, with the team determined to bank a clean run after a heartbreaking late retirement at the previous round. Based at Ermelo High School, the gravel event is the longest test of the season so far: 16 special stages spread across Friday and…

Aug 18, 2026 Motorsport

Happy hunting at Aldo Scribante

hemical Logistics tightens its Touring Cars grip Chemical Logistics Racing came home with pole position, a first race clean sweep and an even stronger South African Touring Cars championship advantage following Aldo Scribante’s fifth round Extreme Festival races in Gqeberha on Saturday. It was a great weekend for championship leader Julian van der Watt, who took pole position and the double…

Aug 18, 2026 Motorsport

A couple of seconds for Volkswagen

Motorsport scores a double podium at Aldo Volkswagen Motorsport teammates, Rookie champion Christopher Tait and Astron Energy Polo Cup champion Rory Atkinson enjoyed almost carbon copy weekends en route to third and second in their respective Polo Cup SATC SupaCup heats at Aldo Scribante on Saturday. Each also came home second overall to consolidate their championship positions in the Gqeberha…

Aug 18, 2026 Motorsport

Julian, Jason tighten SA Touring Car grip

Leaders van der Watt & Loosemore win at Scribante South African Touring Cars championship leader Julian van der Watt and SATC SupaCup frontrunner Jason Loosemore tightened their respective grips on their respective class titles with victory at Aldo Scribante’s fifth round Extreme Festival races in Gqeberha on Saturday. Van der Watt took pole position and the double points opening race win before…

Aug 18, 2026 Motorsport

Bertholdt stars, Scheepers consolidates at Aldo

Bjorn stuns with Astron Energy Polo pole, win The 30th Birthday Astron Energy Polo Cup delivered surprises, splendid racing and more than enough action as it returned home to Gqeberha for its second visit to the Aldo Scribante racetrack on Saturday. Regular midfield runner Bjorn Bertholdt scored a shock pole position before rookie Mauro Da Luz pipped him to the Superpole. Bertholdt struck back to…

Aug 18, 2026 Motorsport

The Volkswagen Rookie Cup shuffle

Dias, Moore share Rookie Cup wins at Scribante The 2026 Volkswagen Rookie Cup continued to deliver unexpected results at Aldo Scribante in Gqeberha on Saturday. Home hero Jack Moore took the first race win before Johannesburg rival Sebastian Dias’ second and third heat wins saw him claim the overall win for the day with log leader Luke Hill only fourth overall on a day that once again served to…

Aug 17, 2026 Motorsport

Advantage Aqil at Aldo

Alibhai's double to breaks Investchem MSA4 tie Until Saturday’s Aldo Scribante Extreme Festival round, former British Formula 4 driver Aqil Alibhai and 2025 series runner up Mikel Bezuidenhout had shared out the eight previous 2026 Investchem MSA4 single seater races, four apiece between them across the four previous rounds. Alibhai however broke the tie at the Gqeberha round, but Bezuidenhout…

Aug 17, 2026 Motorsport

Back-to-back triumph: Team Mitsubishi Ralliart secures second consecutive Asia Cross Country Rally victory

Katsuhiko Taguchi and Takahiro Yasui become the first Japanese pairing to claim overall victory in the AXCR behind the wheel of a Mitsubishi Triton. This is the second overall victory for the team in this gruelling off-road event. The knowledge gained through this rally will be applied to future production vehicle development, including the soon to be launched all-new Pajero. Team Mitsubishi…

Aug 17, 2026 Motorsport

Extreme Festival gets serious at Aldo

Championships shaping up after Scribante thrills South Africa’s various circuit motor racing championships are shaping up following East London’s BMSC run fifth round National Extreme Festival at the Aldo Scribante racetrack in Gqeberha on Saturday. As if to celebrate the gesture, the action was splendid across the board after the local AMSC did not hesitate to hand Scribante over to its…

Aug 17, 2026 Motorsport

Zwartkopanapolis 500 ready to rock

Zwartkops endurance race will test affordable cars It’s time for something completely different at Zwartkops Raceway once again as the Pretoria racetrack prepares for its fifth Zwartkopanapolis 500 endurance race on Saturday 22 August. The annual 500-mile, or 800 kilometre race is a fun event limited to production cars worth R70,000, each driven by teams of up to five drivers. With drivers from…

Aug 14, 2026 Motorsport

Katherine Tait: The pillar supporting Christopher Tait’s pole positions

When King Price Xtreme driver Chrisopher Tait announced at the age of seven that he wanted to start karting, his mother’s response was: “Over my dead body.” Katherine Tait knew little about motorsport at the time and was firmly against the idea. Christopher’ father, however, had raced himself and took a different view, saying that if Christopher wanted to race, then he would race. It took…

Aug 13, 2026 Motorsport

When will Aston Martin’s race-winning dream become reality?

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux The heavily revised Aston Martin AMR26 introduced at the recent Hungarian Grand Prix was effectively the first major step in the team’s long-awaited update of its 2026 Formula One car. The update package included significant aerodynamic changes and, crucially, weight reduction, addressing one of the car’s fundamental weaknesses. Adrian Newey has deliberately…

Aug 12, 2026 Motorsport

Killarney's day of Max domination

Leaders take charge at Cape Rotax regional The Western Province Rotax Max karters got their racing done as the weather came in on what started as a crisp and clear winter’s Saturday. In a day of domination, Jason Coetzee won all three DD2 races, Sebastiano Human the Senior, Max Boshoff Junior, Slater Smith Micro Max and Zaid Panday all the baby Bambino heats. Ruhan Victor had to work a bit harder…

Aug 11, 2026 Motorsport

Touring Cars' second bite at Aldo

Julian ahead but South African Touring Cars all to play for The South African Touring Cars will make an unexpected second trip to Gqeberha for its fifth of seven rounds when they return to Aldo Scribante on Saturday 15 August. Most intriguing, the championship chase remains wide open after leader Julian van der Watt scored his least points of the season last time out, allowing most rivals to…

Aug 11, 2026 Motorsport

Get ready for the Century Property Development – Century Racing 400 in the scenic Garden Route

It is time for the keenly-awaited Century Property Development – Century Racing 400, the third round of the 2026 SA Rally-Raid Championship to take place on 28 and 29 August from Louvain Guest Farm, situated halfway between George and Uniondale in the southern Cape’s spectacular Garden Route. This event took place for the first time last year and proved to be an immediate favourite as it was…

Aug 11, 2026 Motorsport

Gqeberha delivers great Gauteng racing

Visiting Regional Extreme Festival stars at Aldo The short and twisty Aldo Scribante racetrack not only delivered incredible action as Gauteng’s Northern Regions Extreme Festival visited the Gqeberha circuit for its annual away races, but it also served to shake up most to the visiting championships on Saturday. The Dunlop V8 Supercars head home too close to contemplate, the ATE VW Challenge and…

Aug 11, 2026 Motorsport

Gauteng challenge thrills Gqeberha

Moore, Bouillart, Croeser take ATE VW away victories Always entertaining, the tight and twisty Aldo Scribante delivered a stunning day of ATE VW Challenge racing as the Gauteng Northern Regions Extreme Festival visited the Gqeberha racetrack for its annual away race on Saturday. In a very good day for class winners, rookies Joshua Moore and Sebastian Bouillart and veteran lady racer Elna Croeser,…

Aug 11, 2026 Motorsport

Substitute Festival heads back to Scribante

Nelson Mandela Bay welcomes Extreme Festival back to town When it was clear that necessary track safety improvements to the classic East London Grand Prix Circuit would not be completed in time for the coming 15 August National Extreme Festival races, the neighbouring Algoa Motorsport Club immediately offered its Aldo Scribante racetrack for the weekend. The Border Motorsport Club immediately…

Aug 11, 2026 Motorsport

Tight at the top of Volkswagen Rookie Cup

Rookie Cup lead trio split by just eleven points Just eleven championship points separate the 2026 top three as the Volkswagen Rookie Cup heads back home to Aldo Scribante racetrack for the third time this season. The Rookies joined a regional and a national meeting at their home track before the East London round was relocated there for this weekend’s fifth round 15 August National Extreme…

Aug 11, 2026 Motorsport

Chemical Logistics top & tail Touring Cars

Julian, KC ahead as Andrew, Keegan, Rob close in Chemical Logistics Racing heads into the second half of the 2026 South African Touring Cars with two of its cars leading the way and the other three chasing hard as the National Extreme Festival returns to Aldo Scribante in Gqeberha on Saturday 15 August. Volkswagen Golf GTI duo, Julian van der Watt and KC Ensor-Smith lead the way with Andrew…

Aug 11, 2026 Motorsport

Still all even as MSA4 heads back to Aldo

A two horse race as Aqil, Mikel return to Gqeberha With each of them having won four of the eight Investchem MSA4 championship races so far, Aqil Alibhai and Mikel Bezuidenhout will continue their battle to the 2026 title when the fifth round National Extreme Festival returns to Gqeberha’s Aldo Scribante racetrack on Saturday 15 August. The meeting, originally scheduled for East London, was moved…

Aug 11, 2026 Motorsport

Double whammy Polo Cup heads back home

30th Birthday Polo Cup returns to Aldo Scribante The 30th Anniversary Astron Energy Polo Cup is getting its fair share of home running as it returns to the Aldo Scribante racetrack in Gqeberha for its rescheduled fifth round of the National Extreme Festival, just around the corner from Volkswagen Plant Kariega on Saturday 15 August. This round replaces the races originally scheduled for East…

Aug 10, 2026 Motorsport

South African Safari Rally to return to FIA-FIM World Rally-Raid Championship in 2027

The South African Safari Rally will return to the FIA-FIM World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC) in 2027, following the announcement of the championship’s official calendar by the FIA and FIM. The event is scheduled to take place from 14 to 19 June 2027, once again forming Round 3 of the five-round championship. The inclusion of the South African Safari Rally on the newly announced calendar…

Aug 04, 2026 Motorsport

Multiple Rotax winners in vereeniging

Winners galore as Gauteng Rotax karting thrills at the Vaal No one driver managed to dominate when Rotax Max karting’s Northern Regions championship entertained with super close racing at Vereeniging on Saturday. Of the six classes, three of them delivered triple winners on the day, while the rest of the honours were also shared. A monster 20-kart 22 kW Rotax Senior Max grid topped proceedings as…

Aug 04, 2026 Motorsport

Outcome of demanding GR 1000 marathon caused shuffles in SA Rally-Raid Championship standings - setting the scene for more competitive racing to follow

When the dust had settled after completing the recent GR Stella 1000 Marathon, the second round of the SA Rally-Raid Championship where competitors had to complete almost a thousand kilometres in the desert-like area in the North-West Province, the points were calculated and the outcome shuffled the standings in a way that predicts even more extremely tight racing. With the GR Stella 1000 taking…

Aug 03, 2026 Motorsport

Gauteng racers head for Gqeberha

Regional Festival off to Aldo for annual away race Not only are the competitors itching for the trip, but Eastern Province race fans can’t wait for something different when the 2026 Northern Regions Extreme Festival heads out of Gauteng for its annual away weekend at the Aldo Scribante racetrack in Gqeberha on Saturday 8 August. And there’s plenty for the Aldo faithful to look forward to, too.…

Aug 03, 2026 Motorsport

Consistency, cats and away races ATE VW

Challenge packed and ready for annual coastal trip The ATE VW Challenge is locked and loaded for its annual jaunt to the sea as drivers prepare to tackle Gauteng Northern Regions Extreme Festival’s away weekend at the Aldo Scribante Raceway in Gqeberha on Saturday 8 August. If the action through the first half of the season is anything to go by, Eastern Cape race fans certainly have something…

Jul 29, 2026 Motorsport

Summer reset: Who can halt McLaren's momentum at Zandvoort?

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux The Formula One summer break, with the enforced factory shutdown, will give engineers three precious weeks in which to mull over ideas for future upgrades. Following Lando Norris' commanding victory at the Hungarian GP, where McLaren's latest aerodynamic package transformed the MCL40 into a winning car, the Dutch GP in late August promises to begin the second half of…

Jul 29, 2026 Motorsport

Aston Martin Valkyrie returns to Road America as IMSA begins final phase of 2026 season

Aston Martin Valkyrie aims for strong points finish as IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship moves on to Road America Aston Martin THOR Team refocuses on IMSA after first double-points finish in 6 Hours of São Paulo in the FIA World Endurance Championship Valkyrie is the only hypercar to contest the world’s two premier sportscar series, IMSA and the FIA World Endurance Championship, in 2026…

Jul 29, 2026 Motorsport

Audi Revolut F1 Team enters summer break powered by third consecutive points finish in Hungary

Nico Hulkenberg converted a strong top 10 qualifying performance into a ninth-place finish at the Hungaroring Gabriel Bortoleto launched a determined recovery drive to finish 11th, nearly securing a double points finish Third points finish in a row confirms steady development progress heading into the second half of the season The Audi Revolut F1 Team enters the Formula 1 summer shutdown on a…

Jul 28, 2026 Motorsport

Red-Lined dominates at STELLA 1000

Red-Lined scores a SA T1+ 1-2-3, T1 Adventure 1-2 It was a huge weekend as Red-Lined Motorsport took control of two of the 2026 South African Rally Raid Championship classes at the second round GR Stella 1000 Marathon event in the North West province. A trio of Red-Lined REVO V8’s made the SA T1+ class their own with a brilliant 1-2-3 result, backed by a compelling Red-Lined VK50 1-2 in the T1…

Jul 28, 2026 Motorsport

Zwartkops' Top of the Hill thrills

Thompson, Schofield & de Beer Kings of Pretoria Hill Double winner Ian Schofield, Lee Thompson, and Willie de Beer emerged as the Kings of Zwartkops’ third Top of the Hill Challenge following a fraught two days of hill climbing at the Pretoria Raceway over the weekend. Schofield, who won both the Classic and Single Seater classes, Contemporary racecar winner Thompson and Street King de Beer made…

Jul 28, 2026 Motorsport

Toyota Gazoo Racing’s Botterill and Köhne continue to lead GR STELLA 1000 Marathon after gruelling second day where every second mattered

The Toyota Gazoo Racing team of Guy Botterill and navigator Henry Köhne continued to lead the GR Stella 1000 Marathon, the second round of the SA Rally-Raid Championship that plays off this weekend, 24 to 26 July in the desert-like terrain in the Stella area in the North-West Province. The team started the second day in their Toyota Hilux IMT EVO a mere three seconds ahead of their team-mates,…

Jul 28, 2026 Motorsport

Mega Golf shows massive potential at Top of the Hill

New Volkswagen Mega Golf shows great promise at Zwartkops Jonathan Mogotsi thwarted by niggling new car issues in Pretoria Matthew Merton beats Rory Atkinson in a standard Golf GTI Volkswagen Motorsport thrilled the South African motorsport world with the debut of its hugely powerful new hillclimb Golf at Zwartkops’ Top of the Hill Challenge on Sunday. Jonathan Mogotsi’s efforts were however…

Jul 21, 2026 Motorsport

Record books can be rewritten at the GR Stella 1000 Marathon – who will be crowned as the winners after a thousand gruelling kilometres?

The annual marathon event on the SA Rally-Raid Championship calendar is so much more than just another tough race. As it takes place over three days and almost a thousand challenging kilometres, it is not only the longest event on the calendar. It is also a race of relentless endurance where the championship points earned are important, but the addition of the names of the victors to the long…

Jul 21, 2026 Motorsport

Audi Revolut F1 Team clinches back-to-back points finishes with strong Spa performance

Gabriel Bortoleto converted an impressive qualifying performance into an excellent 8th-place finish at the historic Spa-Francorchamps circuit Consistent top-10 pace across the weekend confirmed the team’s steady upward trajectory The Belgian result provides immense momentum and confidence heading into the final race before the summer break The Audi Revolut F1 Team delivered another highly…

Jul 20, 2026 Motorsport

GR Stella 1000 marathon set to deliver South Africa’s ultimate Rally-Raid test

When the South African Rally-Raid Championship arrives in Stella in the North West Province later this month, competitors will face the ultimate test of endurance as they tackle the GR Stella 1000 Marathon, the only three-day event on the 2026 championship calendar and the longest, toughest challenge in South African rally-raid racing. Taking place from 24 to 26 July, the GR Stella 1000 Marathon…

Jul 20, 2026 Motorsport

Red-Lined set to star at Stella 1000

Five car Red-Lined attack for SA Rally-Raid marathon It’s a huge weekend for Red-Lined Motorsport as the local arm takes five cars to the second round 2026 South African Rally Raid Championship Stella 1000 marathon event. At the very same time, the European arm will tackle the ever-popular Baja Aragon event in Spain with six Red-Lined machines represented on the start line. “While our South…

Jul 20, 2026 Motorsport

Zwartkops Climb set to sizzle

Top of the Hill ready to thrill fans this weekend Building on the huge success of its first two years, Zwartkops’ third Top of the Hill Challenge has evolved into a thrilling two-day affair at the Pretoria Raceway this 25 and 26 July weekend. An even grander, more fun-filled challenge, the two kilometre climb starts at turn 4 and runs in the reverse direction to the regular track up to Turn 5.…

Jul 16, 2026 Motorsport

Energy management - key to Belgian GP success

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Formula One heads to the legendary Spa-Francorchamps circuit this weekend for the Belgian Grand Prix, with teams arriving armed with a wealth of data gathered just two weeks ago at Silverstone. Although the two venues differ in character, they are similar in their demands. In this light, the British GP provided engineers with valuable insights into energy deployment,…

Jul 15, 2026 Motorsport

Zolder heatwave turns championship upside down: Liebenberg leads

Breathtaking heat battles, masterclass driving and a dramatic championship shake-up: the first overseas highlight of the Polo Cup Germany powered by German eFuel One delivered everything a motorsport fan could wish for at the Belgian Circuit Zolder In extreme conditions of up to 35 degrees Celsius, the series staged a spectacular format premiere. To compensate for the cancelled Hockenheim season…

Jul 13, 2026 Motorsport

Benjamin Habig and Barry White steal the show on GR Legends Rally

The GR Legends Rally, the third round of the SA National Rally Championship saw the reigning SA National Rally Champions bag their third consecutive victory in their Volkswagen Polo NRC1 after a thrilling 13-stage duel with their closest rivals Jono van Wyk and Nico Swartz in a similar Rally Technic VW Polo NRC1. Nico and Juandre Nienaber won two stages and had to fight their way back onto the…

Jul 13, 2026 Motorsport

Zwartkops delivers on racing memories

Pretoria Historic & Inland Tour an epic weekend of action Zwartkops’ ever popular Historic and Inland race attracted a record entry, top drivers, and classic racing cars from bygone eras to deliver action all day long at the Pretoria Raceway all weekend. The action actually already started, and then some, on Friday afternoon, and the attractions never stopped from there until the last race was…

Jul 07, 2026 Motorsport

A record national & open Rotax weekend

150 karts thrill in Zwartkops blockbuster weekend The Zwartkops International Kart Raceway hosted South Africa’s biggest ever karting meeting as drivers from across Africa delivered an epic weekend of racing. While the third round Rotax Max National continued on its mission to crown South Africa’s 2026 champions, the annual RMC African Open saw five karters earn their place to represent Africa…

Jul 06, 2026 Motorsport

Valkyrie returns to Brazil on a roll after strong start to 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship

Aston Martin THOR Team seeks to build on strong start to World Endurance Championship season with Valkyrie Hypercar British hypercar pursuing sixth consecutive WEC points finish, in Brazil British duo Harry Tincknell and Tom Gamble aim to continue points-finishing streak with the #007 Aston Martin Valkyrie Alex Riberas and Marco Sørensen return to #009 Aston Martin Valkyrie target first points of…

Jul 06, 2026 Motorsport

Magical memories at Zwartkops this weekend

Historic & Inland Tour quite literally a blast from the past Monster grids, exotic cars, and classic racing. How much better could it get? Zwartkops hosts its second three of hugely popular Historic and Inland Tour meetings at the Pretoria racetrack this 10 and 11 July weekend. Featuring ten exceptional categories, historic action includes Legends of the 9 Hour Sports, GTs and Trans-Am, Marlboro…

Jul 06, 2026 Motorsport

Dunlop stars deliver at Aldo

Comeback victories bring championship stability It was a case of all quiet in the title chases as former champions Robert Wolk and Tate Bishop returned to victory lane in the Dunlop-shod Extreme Festival’s Touring Cars races, while the other major classes ran more or less to form at Saturday's Aldo Scribante National Extreme Festival. The only exception to that rule was in the Dunlop Extreme…

Jul 02, 2026 Motorsport

Hamilton eyes record 10th British Grand Prix victory

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Lewis Hamilton returns to Silverstone this weekend chasing what would be one of the most memorable victories of his exceptional Formula One career. The seven-time world champion has already rewritten the record books at the British Grand Prix with an unprecedented nine victories at the Northamptonshire circuit – more wins than any driver at a single GP or circuit in…

Jul 01, 2026 Motorsport

Strong Austrian Grand Prix performance propels Audi Revolut F1 Team forward with renewed confidence

Gabriel Bortoleto and Nico Hulkenberg delivered impressively measured drives to finish just outside the top 10 in demanding conditions Audi Revolut F1 Team established itself as one of the weekend's consistently fast squads on a traditionally challenging circuit Development driver Freddie Slater fought brilliantly for victory to secure another podium finish and boost his championship campaign The…

Jul 01, 2026 Motorsport

Volkswagen Motorsport stars at home

Tait, Atkinson overcome adversity to score at Aldo Volkswagen Motorsport’s Astron Energy Polo Cup rookie Christopher Tait stole the show in front of Volkswagen Motorsport’s home crowd National Extreme Festival at Aldo Scribante, while Rory Atkinson made best of a testing weekend with a positive result in SATC SupaCup in Gqeberha. “The lads drove out of their boots to thrill our faithful Aldo…

Jul 01, 2026 Motorsport

Wolk back on top in Touring Cars

Robert tops another good Chemical Logistics day Chemical Logistics Racing’s triple former champion Robert Wolk returned to the top step of the South African Touring Cars podium for the first time since his sabbatical last year. Wolk scores a compelling overall victory at Aldo Scribante’s third round National Extreme Festival in Gqeberha on Saturday. “It was truly heartening to witness Robert back…

Jun 30, 2026 Motorsport

Rookie Venkov on the up and up

Sebastian delivers on promise with double Cup win A new 2026 Volkswagen Rookie Cup force emerged when young Sebastian Venkov finally turned his obvious speed into a grand slam of pole position and two race wins to jump into a provisional championship third at Aldo Scribante on Saturday. The Rookies entertained a patriotic Volkswagen home crowd at the Gqeberha National Extreme Festival, just…

Jun 30, 2026 Motorsport

Championship-leading Vantage on podium at Sahlen’s Six Hours of the Glen

IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship debutant Car Blanche scores magnificent debut podium with Vantage Works driver Valentin Hasse Clot, AMR Driver Academy member Marius Fossard and Trenton Estep finish third in GTD class at Watkins Glen Zacharie Robichon puts The Heart of Racing (THOR) Team on front row before team battles back to top-five finish in chaotic race Dudu Barrichello and THOR…

Jun 30, 2026 Motorsport

Buggyra claims sixth place and valuable experience at Italian Baja

Buggyra ZM Racing has completed another round of the FIA World Cup and European Cup in cross-country baja rally, with a sixth-place finish in the Ultimate category at the Italian Baja, one of Europe's most prestigious events of its kind. Adam Lacko and co-driver Mirko Brun delivered the result in their Red-Lined Revo V8, while Aliyyah Koloc and Marcin Pasek decided to withdraw from the event on…

Jun 30, 2026 Motorsport

South African youngster becomes first female driver in Africa to drive the Rotax E10 electric racing kart

Eight-year-old South African karting driver Giuliana Saladino has made motorsport history after becoming the first female driver on the African continent to drive a Rotax E10 electric racing kart ahead of the launch of the new Rotax E10 Challenge at Zwartkops Raceway on 5 July 2026. The achievement marks a significant milestone not only for Giuliana's rapidly growing racing career but also for…

Jun 30, 2026 Motorsport

The Comeback Kids

Wolk, Bishop back on top, Coetzee’s maiden win It was a case of back to the future for the South African Touring Cars when former champions Robert Wolk and Tate Bishop took comeback victories in the feature race at Aldo Scribante at Gqeberha on Saturday. Rookie Jason Coetzee then took a maiden Touring Car win in the reverse grid sprint race as Jason Loosemore won in SupaCup. Triple former South…

Jun 30, 2026 Motorsport

Smalbergers make Polo Cup history

Charl and Derick’s historic son and dad double The 30th Anniversary Astron Energy Polo Cup thrilled Volkswagen’s Gqeberha home faithful with a show to remember at the Aldo Scribante racetrack’s midseason fourth round National Extreme Festival on Saturday. Charl and Derik Smalberger scored a memorable son and father double Cup and Astron Energy Polo Masters double in the red-flagged opening heat,…

Jun 30, 2026 Motorsport

Investchem MSA4 tit-for-tat rattles on

Aqil and Mikel still all even after Aldo Scribante There’s been nothing to split veteran Aqil Alibhai and rookie Mikel Bezuidenhout in this year’s Investchem MSA4 championship and it’s still no different after Saturday’s fourth round National Extreme Festival races at Gqeberha’s Aldo Scribante racetrack. Alibhai took Saturday’s opening race with Bezuidenhout third before Mikel took race 2 from…

Jun 29, 2026 Motorsport

Champions make extreme returns

Three former champions make winning Aldo comebacks Three former champions turned the 2026 National Championship Extreme Festival on its head at Gqeberha’s midwinter fourth round at Aldo Scribante on Saturday 27 July, while a father and son team also made history. Robert Wolk, Tate Bishop, and Clinton Seller all stepped back on the top step of the SATC, SupaCup and ZX10 Masters podiums for the…

Jun 29, 2026 Motorsport

First points on the SA Rally-Raid National Championship scoreboard lays the foundation for an exciting season ahead

After the excitement of the recent INGCO Parys 400, the opening round of the 2026 SA National Rally-Raid Championship where mere seconds separated the teams during six hours and more than 400 kilometres of racing, the first points are officially on the scoreboard and if the quality of the racing action and the results are anything to go by, a fiery season is on the cards. With local and…

Jun 29, 2026 Motorsport

A Continental Rotax attraction

National & Open to shape Team SA at Zwartkops The Zwartkops International Kart Raceway is set for South Africa’s biggest karting meeting of the year when over 140 karts tackle both the third round Rotax Max Challenge and the 16th annual wildcard Rotax African Open go down at the Pretoria facility on the weekend of 2 to 4 July. While Saturday’s third of four Nationals will contribute to who…

Jun 29, 2026 Motorsport

The Impi phenomenon happens this weekend

Bergville set for South Africa’s most popular racing event With 1205 entries, yes, read that again, one thousand two hundred and five entries, a phenomenon of South African motorsport is set to descend on Bergville in KwaZulu Natal for the tenth IMPI Hard Enduro over the week of 1-4 July. Geared to be something for everyone, the Tork Craft backed event in the foothills of the KZN Drakensberg…

Jun 26, 2026 Motorsport

Engen Xtreme Powers #MazdaMasters2026 Sim Racing Championship

Engen Xtreme proudly partnered with the #MazdaMasters2026 Sim Racing Championship to celebrate performance, innovation, and motorsport heritage through a modern racing experience inspired by the 35-year anniversary of Mazda's historic victory at Le Mans with the Mazda 787B. More than three decades after rewriting motorsport history, the Mazda 787B remains one of the most iconic race cars ever…

Jun 25, 2026 Motorsport

McLaren Trophy Europe to race at Le Mans in 2027 in a celebration of McLaren GT racing

McLaren Trophy Europe will join the support bill for the 95th running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2027 GT4, GT3 and McLaren Trophy cars to all race in milestone multi-class event 2027 24 Hours of Le Mans will see the debut of McLaren in the FIA Hypercar class with the MCL-HY, while McLarens will also compete in the LMGT3 class The largest assembly of McLaren GT racing cars is set to take place…

Jun 23, 2026 Motorsport

Parys pace even shocks Hennie

de Klerk was flying in the TreasuryONE Hilux TreasuryONE Motorsport’s Hennie de Klerk and Carl Swanepoel took no expectations into the weekend’s National Rally-Raid season opening Ingco Parys 400, but the duo’s performance aboard the TreasuryONE Hilux even surprised themselves. 2018 Dakar Rookie winner Hennie and Carl comfortably led the T1SA class as they raced well inside the competitive…

Jun 23, 2026 Motorsport

A win, podiums all round for Red-Lined

Red-Lined motorsport finally starts the season in style Red-Lined Motorsport came home from the 2026 South African Rally-Raid Championship season opening Ingco Parys 400 with a class victory, four podiums and two top ten finishes. Peet Victor and Van Zyl Jonck’s Red-Lined VK50 won the T1 Adventure class, while Philip Botha and Andries Mynhardt’s Red-Lined REVO T1+ V8 ended second in the SA T1+…

Jun 22, 2026 Motorsport

First victory of the SA Rally-RAID season for Saood Variawa and navigator Charan Moore after a tough day and extremely close racing at INGCO Parys 400

The defending South African Rally-Raid Champion, Saood Variawa and navigator, Charan Moore, claimed the first victory of the 2026 season in their Toyota Gazoo Racing Hilux IMT EVO when they won the INGCO Parys 400 that took place on 19 and 20 June over more than 400 kilometres in the Free State. In a race that was described as very tricky with lots of rocks as well as fast open sections, with…

Jun 22, 2026 Motorsport

Aldo set for Touring Cars attack

All eyes on Scribante as the Touring Cars come to town It may be one of the shortest and likely coolest Saturdays of the year, but if the 2026 South African Touring Cars action is anything to go by so far, Gqeberha race fans can look forward to some action to truly warm the cockles of their winter hearts on Saturday 27 June. The Touring Cars and SupaCup are set to continue another epic battle…

Jun 22, 2026 Motorsport

Chemical Logistics Racing in control

A team championship 1-2 as Touring Cars head to Scribante Chemical Logistics Racing is in complete control of South African Touring Cars 2026 as the National Extreme Festival heads to its midseason fourth round at the Aldo Scribante racetrack in Gqeberha on Saturday 27 June. Volkswagen Golf GTI duo, Julian van der Watt and KC Ensor-Smith lead the way with Andrew Schofield’s BMW 128ti a fighting…

Jun 22, 2026 Motorsport

Racing into Volkswagen country

Atkinson, Tait aim to impress on home ground Volkswagen Motorsport’s Rory Atkinson is ready to claw back following a tough previous SATC SupaCup outing, while teammate Christopher Tait plans to build on his 30th Anniversary Astron Energy Polo Cup promise as Volkswagen motorsport prepares to thrill its faithful Gqeberha home fans when the National Extreme Festival visits Aldo Scribante on Saturday…

Jun 22, 2026 Motorsport

Mary’s Meals celebrates Ferdinand Habsburg’s success at Le Mans

Following an intense 24-hour battle, the Alpine Endurance Team crossed the finish line celebrating a remarkable top-six result at the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans. However, the greatest victory extends far beyond the racetrack. To date, the "Race for Meals" campaign, in partnership with the global charity Mary’s Meals, has already secured vital school meals in a place of learning for 672…

Jun 19, 2026 Motorsport

Dunlop Championship Delight

Mixed results stir up Regional Extreme championships The almost exclusively Dunlop Tyres-shod Northern Regions Extreme Festival made a midwinter visit to Zwartkops in Pretoria on Saturday, where fans were treated to a splendid day of action that ultimately raced into the night. At a meeting that saw the chasers succeed in the Dunlop V8 Supercars, ATE VW Challenge and BMW M Performance Parts…

Jun 18, 2026 Motorsport

TGRSA Junior Academy Celebrates Standout Rotax National Weekend

The TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Junior Academy delivered one of its strongest performances of the season during Round 2 of the South African Rotax MAX Challenge at Formula-K Raceway in Benoni. Competing in Micro MAX, Mini MAX, Junior MAX, Senior MAX and DD2, the expanded academy lineup achieved race wins, podiums, strong pace and several notable recovery drives, marking a highly successful weekend for…

Jun 18, 2026 Motorsport

Hamilton’s Barcelona breakthrough revives Ferrari’s Schumacher dream

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Last weekend’s Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix delivered one of the most emotional moments of the 2026 Formula One season as Lewis Hamilton claimed his first victory for Ferrari. The win was significant not only because it ended months of anticipation surrounding the sport’s most high-profile driver-team partnership, but also because of the remarkable historical…

Jun 17, 2026 Motorsport

Debut time in Parys as young superstars, new pairings and veterans clash at INGCO Parys 400

The INGCO Parys 400 in the Free State will launch the 2026 South African Rally Raid Championship (SARRC) this weekend with a mouth watering mix of young stars on debut, first time pairings and proven champions, all determined to set the tone for the season ahead. On 19 and 20 June, the normally tranquil riverside town of Parys will once again echo to the sound of rally raid machinery as crews…

Jun 17, 2026 Motorsport

TGRSA ready to defend SARRC title as 2026 season gets under way in Parys

The 2026 South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC) finally gets under way this weekend, with TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) heading to the INGCO Parys 400 determined to build on the momentum of a highly successful 2025 campaign. The season opener, based at Stonehenge River Lodge outside Parys on 19 and 20 June, marks the beginning of what promises to be a condensed but fiercely…

Jun 17, 2026 Motorsport

Zwartkops' extreme midwinter thrills

A splendid day of racing thrills Pretoria faithful A spanking Northern Regions Extreme Festival raced into the night as it heated up a splendid day of midwinter racing at Zwartkops on Saturday. Several red flagged races did little to deter multiple winners from thrilling across the board. The Digit FMS 111s Saloons and Superhatch, which raced the ATS two hours into the evening, and 111 GTs…

Jun 17, 2026 Motorsport

ATE VW Challenge thrills, spills & novelty

The ATE VW Challenge entertained greatly at Zwartkops The ATE VW Challenge more than just contributed to the action when the Regional Extreme Festival visited Zwartkops for its midwinter round on Saturday. Not only did the races play host to several sexy new look cars, but the results served to shake up the championship in all three classes. The weekend excitement started with several new cars…

Jun 17, 2026 Motorsport

A year in the life of the Ford Ranger recce vehicle

In a sport where race vehicles are pushed to their absolute limits, it is easy to overlook one of the hardest-working machines in the service park - the recce vehicle. Long before the first competitive kilometre is raced in the South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC), the route and recce team is already hard at work, covering hundreds of kilometres through remote terrain, inspecting routes,…

Jun 15, 2026 Motorsport

Aston Martin Vantage and the Heart of Racing Team claim LMGT3 podium in the 24 Hours of Le Mans

Aston Martin Vantage claims 11th class podium in 24 Hours of Le Mans The Heart of Racing Team achieves its first podium at the Circuit de la Sarthe Gray Newell secures debut podium while team-mate Dudu Barrichello stands on the Le Mans rostrum on only his second attempt #27 THOR Vantage crew Ian James, Zach Robichon and Mattia Drudi suffer late-race heartbreak once more after starring from pole…

Jun 15, 2026 Motorsport

Quality field to take on SA Rally-Raid Championship season opener with exhilarating racing expected at INGCO Parys 400

A quality field of local and international teams have entered for the upcoming INGCO Parys 400, the opening round of the 2026 SA Rally-Raid Championship that will take place on 19 and 20 June from Stonehenge River Lodge on the banks of the Vaal River in the Parys area in the Free State. With the year at the halfway mark, competitors are excited to get their championship chase off the ground as…

Jun 12, 2026 Motorsport

AJ Venter concludes 50th TT race start and personal best despite weather-disrupted 2026 campaign

South African motorcycle racer AJ Venter, backed by FuturExotics as his exclusive partner for the Isle of Man TT, has completed a milestone performance at one of the world’s most demanding motorcycle racing events, marking his 10th year competing at the Isle of Man TT and his 50th TT race start. The 2026 Isle of Man TT was heavily impacted by poor weather, with rain affecting seven of the nine…

Jun 10, 2026 Motorsport

GWM Dominates T2 at the 2026 Taklimakan Rally

When the final dust settled on June 1, GWM had done more than just finish the 2026 Taklimakan Rally. It swept every T2 production title: T2.E New-Energy Manufacturers’ Cup, T2.1 ICE Manufacturers’ Cup, T2.3 Production Club Cup. A grand slam. Across 13 special stages, the GWM TANK 700 Hi4-T took 11 stage wins; GWM club entries took 11. Zero mechanical retirements across the entire factory lineup.…

Jun 09, 2026 Motorsport

Spirited pace in Monaco sets up Audi Revolut F1 for a strong Barcelona bounce-back

Both Audi Revolut F1 Team drivers showcased the pace required to consistently fight for points in Monte Carlo Exceptional crew teamwork overcame a pre-race technical glitch, allowing Gabriel Bortoleto to mount an impressive recovery drive to finish 12th. The team’s performance provides immense confidence ahead of next week’s Spanish Grand Prix. The Audi Revolut F1 Team is channelling the…

Jun 09, 2026 Motorsport

Aston Martin Valkyrie carries British hopes for glory in to the 94th running of the world famous 24 Hours of Le Mans

Aston Martin Valkyrie returns for second visit to the Circuit de la Sarthe with Aston Martin THOR Team aiming for a place in motorsport history Valkyrie Hypercar to compete for British luxury performance brand’s first overall victory at Le Mans since 1959 Aston Martin High Performance Ambassador Sir Mark Cavendish to officially start 94th 24 Hours of Le Mans Valkyrie, the only road-derived…

Jun 09, 2026 Motorsport

Cape karters ready for national foray

Great day of preparation delivers Killarney fireworks The Western Province Rotax Max karters took advantage of a perfect Cape winter’s day to complete their final preparations for the coming weekend’s Nationals up in Benoni. In a day that delivered domination as much as it did thrills, the locals now seem ready to defend their dominant start to the South African season at home back in March.…

Jun 08, 2026 Motorsport

2026 SA Rally-Raid Championship in the starting blocks

The South African Rally-Raid Championship is on the threshold of an adrenaline packed 2026 season, featuring reengineered and demanding routes, celebrated international and local personalities, new faces, state of the art race equipment and innovative technology which will all add to the spectacle that awaits. Preparations for Round One the Ingco Pary 400, a mere two weeks away, on 19 and 20 June…

Jun 08, 2026 Motorsport

Rotax nationals race into the lion's den

Can Cape Max karting dominance continue in Benoni? It’s a case of catch the Capetonians as the South African Rotax Max Challenge gathers in Benoni for its second of four National rounds at the Formula K kart track on Sunday 14 June. Western Province drivers dominated their home round season opener in March with six wins in each of the Killarney day’s six Rotax classes they competed in. So it’s a…

Jun 08, 2026 Motorsport

ATE VW Challenge intrigue at Zwartkops

Nothing is quite clear cut in the 2026 ATE VW Challenge The ATE VW Challenge poses fans with a most intriguing prospect when the Gauteng Northern Regions Extreme Festival returns for its second bite at Zwartkops Raceway on Saturday 13 June. The two races so far, at Zwartkops back in March and at Red Star last month, delivered two completely different results, so most will be waiting to see if a…

Jun 05, 2026 Motorsport

Empowerment in overdrive: Motul’s ‘Ladies Learn to Ride’ event sees a full house conquer the two-wheeled world

The roar of engines was matched only by the sounds of cheers and whoops of joy at the ADA Outdoor & Training facility in Johannesburg on Saturday, 23 May 2026, as Motul hosted another highly successful edition of its flagship 'Ladies Learn to Ride a Motorcycle' initiative. With every single spot filled, the event proved once again that the appetite for female riding in South Africa is growing in…

Jun 05, 2026 Motorsport

Monaco GP set for unique technical twist

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux The spotlight at this weekend’s Monaco Grand Prix will fall not only on Formula One’s most famous street circuit, but also on a significant technical change that will see teams racing without moveable aerodynamic devices for the first time since 2011. The FIA has confirmed that Monaco will be exempt from the active aero systems introduced under the 2026 regulations.…

Jun 04, 2026 Motorsport

Buggyra ZM Racing and Aliyyah Koloc make history at Taklimakan Rally with top-10 finish and factory team debut

10th overall - First non-Chinese finisher - Fastest woman Buggyra ZM Racing’s Aliyyah Koloc delivered the performance of her career at the 2026 Taklimakan Rally, finishing 10th overall in one of the world's most grueling cross-country events. The 21-year-old Dubai-born driver crossed the finishing line as the fastest non-Chinese competitor and fastest woman, completing all 13 stages and more than…

Jun 02, 2026 Motorsport

All eyes on Parys as SA Rally-Raid Championship season fires into action

The quiet riverside town of Parys is about to roar to life as some of the best rally-raid drivers in the world descend on the Free State for the opening of the 2026 South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC) – the INGCO Parys 400 on Friday, 19 June and Saturday, 20 June. The championship-opening weekend will deliver nearly 450km of high-intensity rally-raid racing over two days, testing man…

Jun 01, 2026 Motorsport

INGCO Parys 400 to open 2026 SA Rally-Raid Championship with a promise that the long-awaited racing action will thrill the crowds

South African Rally-Raid competitors and enthusiasts of the sport have been waiting in anticipation for the 2026 season to start with the upcoming INGCO Parys 400, that is scheduled to take place on 19 and 20 June from Stonehenge River Lodge on the Kopjeskraal Road outside Parys in the North West Province and promises to deliver all the action to make up for the months of interruptions. This race…

May 28, 2026 Motorsport

Dunlop powers a most intriguing festival

Differing driver backgrounds bring Extreme interest With every car class racing on Dunlop tyres, the 2026 National Championship circuit motor racing roadshow once again delivered great racing across the board at Saturday’s third round Zwartkops Extreme Festival. It is however most interesting to note how different racing backgrounds are delivering success in the various championship chases.…

May 28, 2026 Motorsport

Wolff’s gamble pays off as Antonelli rewrites F1 history in Canada

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Formula One history was made at the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal last weekend when Kimi Antonelli became the first driver ever to win the opening four races of his career consecutively. The Mercedes driver’s victory at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve elevated him beyond two former world champions, Damon Hill and Mika Häkkinen, who had previously shared the benchmark…

May 27, 2026 Motorsport

Engen Xtreme strengthens motorsport footprint with return to Zwartkops

Following a successful activation at Zwartkops Raceway earlier this year, Engen Xtreme once again returned to the iconic Pretoria circuit on 23 May 2026, continuing to build momentum within South Africa’s motorsport community and strengthening the brand’s growing presence in performance driven environments. The activation formed part of Engen Xtreme’s ongoing engagement strategy at Zwartkops,…

May 27, 2026 Motorsport

Consistency and reliability see Audi Revolut F1 Team post solid results at Canadian Grand Prix

The Audi Revolut F1 Team celebrated a trouble-free event, bringing both cars home safely to collect invaluable data Hülkenberg and Bortoleto crossed the finish line in 12th and 13th positions respectively, marking a clear step forward in consistency and overall execution Earlier in the day, Driver Development Programme star, Emma Felbermayr, charged from fourth to a brilliant second-place podium…

May 26, 2026 Motorsport

CLR races the dream at Zwartkops

Chemical Logistics Racing dominates in Pretoria Chemical Logistics Racing remains unbeaten in South African Touring Cars in 2026. Championship leader Julian van der Watt took Saturday’s feature race before a delighted Andrew Schofield romped to a maiden, lights to flag reverse grid second race victory at Zwartkops Raceway’s third round National Extreme Festival. “This weekend was a special one…

May 25, 2026 Motorsport

Volkswagen at Zwartkops: mama warned us!

A day to forget for Atkinson, Tait beats challenges Volkswagen Motorsport endured a challenging weekend at Zwartkops Raceway’s third round National Extreme Festival on Saturday. Championship leader Rory Atkinson’s promising SATC SupaCup start fell apart, while teammate Christopher Tait’s 30th Anniversary Astron Energy Polo Cup weekend went the other way when a tough Friday compromised a more…

May 25, 2026 Motorsport

Zwartkops delivers epic extreme action

Superb racing across the board at National Festival The 2026 National Championship circuit motor racing Extreme Festival delivered supreme racing across the board at Saturday’s third round Zwartkops races. A splendid Highveld autumn’s day greeted an enthusiastic crowd at the Pretoria Raceway, before they were treated to everything one would expect from the cream of the South African motorsport…

May 25, 2026 Motorsport

Rookie Cup shines in Pretoria

Volkswagen Rookies thrill Zwartkops Extreme Festival The 2026 Volkswagen Rookie Cup continued to impress as three different drivers claimed pole position and the two race wins at Zwartkops Raceway’s third round Extreme Festival in Pretoria over the weekend. Sebastian Venkov topped Fridays qualifying before Jack Moore and Sebastian Dias shared out Saturday’s race wins. Sebastian Venkov set the…

May 25, 2026 Motorsport

Damien dominates Zwartkops

Purificati is making ZX10 Masters his own in 2026 Damien Purificati continued to dominate the SunBet ZX10 Masters motorcycles supported by Tork Craft tools with another two dominant race victories at Zwartkops’ third round National Extreme Festival on Saturday. Championship leader, class B man Damien Purificati put his Amalgam Welding ZX10 on pole position by four hundreths of a second from top…

May 25, 2026 Motorsport

Aqil, Mikel top epic Zwartkops MSA4

A day of Investchem MSA4 drama and adventure If ever there was a different lead up to an epic day of Investchem MSA4 racing, it had to be to Saturday’s third round National Extreme Festival at Zwartkops Raceway. First off, Durban title contender Shrien Naidoo’s Production X MSA4, its trailer and the team bakkie were hijacked on race week Tuesday. The driver was left unharmed and the bakkie…

May 25, 2026 Motorsport

Scheepers, Smalberger share cup honours

Charl breaks stranglehold but Hannes wins again Hannes Scheepers continued to dominate the 30th Anniversary 2026 Astron Energy Polo Cup with victory in two of the triple header Zwartkops Raceway third round National Extreme Festival races in Pretoria on Saturday. Charl Smalberger however broke the dentist’s winning streak with the third and final heat win. Wayne Masters meantime benefited a final…

May 25, 2026 Motorsport

Julian, Andy, take touring cars wins

South African Touring Cars thrilled Zwartkops on Saturday Championship leader Julian van der Watt and delighted maiden winner Andrew Schofield shared the South African Touring Cars wins at a thrilling Zwartkops’ third round National Extreme Festival in Pretoria on Saturday. Van der Watt overcame an initial challenge before storming to the opening feature race. Reverse grid pole man Schofield then…

May 22, 2026 Motorsport

Dunlop regional chases heat up

Red Star Extreme Festival stirs up Dunlop title fights The past weekend’s Northern Regions Extreme Festival races certainly stirred things up in the four Dunlop-shod classes that competed at Red Star Raceway near Delmas on Saturday. Most categories delivered different winners to the first round, which simply served to tighten up the top of three of the four Dunlop-shod championship chases.…

May 22, 2026 Motorsport

Aliyyah Koloc is fourth overall after one third of the Taklimakan Rally

Dubai-born driver Aliyyah Koloc holds an impressive fourth place in the overall classification after completing four of thirteen stages of the 2026 Taklimakan Rally. Starting in the top-tier T1+ category, this is the best result among all non-Chinese competitors and the top women's performance in the field. The 21-year-old Buggyra ZM Racing driver trails the overall leader by just 15 minutes,…

May 21, 2026 Motorsport

Jonathan's bittersweet Nürburgring

Mogotsi and team retire from weekend’s 24-hour race Volkswagen Motorsport’s Jonathan Mogotsi heads back elated at the experience, if disappointed by the results of his Nürburgring 24-hour race debut at the legendary circuit over the past weekend. Jonathan’s team qualified their Max Krause Racing Volkswagen third in class on the Golf GTI’s 50th birthday, but the car was slowed and eventually…

May 21, 2026 Motorsport

Buggyra ZM Racing makes strong start to Taklimakan Rally, as conditions test crews from day one

Buggyra ZM Racing has made a competitive start in China to what is only its second Taklimakan Rally, with driver Aliyyah Koloc and co-driver Marcin Pasek showing steady pace and finishing every stage so far in the top 15. The team is competing this year in partnership with Chinese outfit JJ Sport, with Aliyyah Koloc driving the JJ Sport JJ3 in the elite T1+ category, a continuation of Buggyra's…

May 20, 2026 Motorsport

Cape storms ease for splendid karting

Western Province & Gauteng Rotax Max karting entertains The wild Cape storms of the past week gave way to a perfect sunny Saturday for the third round of the Western Province Rotax Max karting championship, while the Gauteng Northern Regions racers had to wait since February for their second round at Formula K. An entertaining day’s racing delivered a mix of close results and domination across…

May 20, 2026 Motorsport

Malan's first national cross country win

Maddy storms Bloemfontein as Team Tork Craft stars It was another brilliant day at the races for Team Tork Craft on Saturday. Not only did its riders dominate the South African Cross Country Championship supported by Tork Craft tools, but it was also a good day at the Northern motocross regionals and in minicross too. The focus this past weekend was however on the second round Cross Country…

May 18, 2026 Motorsport

Of calm and storms in ATE VW Challenge

Tait & Pillay dominate A & C as Konig picks up class B pieces Saturday’s Red Star ATE VW Challenge may have delivered predictable results in Classes A and C as pole man Christopher Tait bounced back to liven up the A chase and Bryce Pillay similarly sailed to a Class C double win. But there was nothing predictable about Class B, where Jonathan Konig kept out of trouble while his young rivals got…

May 18, 2026 Motorsport

Aston Martin Vantage achieves first overall Nürburgring 24H podium on 20th anniversary of debut

Vantage finishes third in the 2026 ADAC Ravenol 24h Nürburgring Walkenhorst Motorsport and works drivers Mattia Drudi, Christian Krognes and Nicki Thiim record best Aston Martin finish at the ’Ring Result marks 34th class podium for Aston Martin at Nürburgring Aston Martin celebrates 20th anniversary of Nürburgring 24 Hours debut with outstanding performance in challenging race Aston Martin’s…

May 18, 2026 Motorsport

Regional racing stars in Delmas

An entertaining day at Red Star Northern Extreme Festival The Northern Regions Extreme Festival put the long wait for its second round behind it with an entertaining day of racing at the Red Star Raceway near Delmas on Saturday. Race 1 winner Warren Lombard hauled reverse grid heat winner Terry Wilford in to take the Dunlop V8 Supercars day, rookie Christopher Tait dominated the ATE VW Challenge,…

May 18, 2026 Motorsport

Volkswagen Rookie Cup ready to thrill Pretoria

Hill ahead but Rookie Cup rivals want his scalp Championship leader Luke Hill will be looking to return to the top step of the podium when the 2026 Volkswagen Rookie Cup returns to its traditional Extreme Festival home after joining the South African Endurance Series for a home race at Aldo Scribante. But will pole man last time out, Jack Moore, the last race winner Sebastian Dias, Keyaan Dwomoh,…

May 18, 2026 Motorsport

Zwartkops set for 30th Birthday Polo Cup bash

Hannes Scheepers heads to Pretoria unbeaten There will be one man to beat when the 30th Anniversary Astron Energy Polo Cup marches to Pretoria for round 3 of the National Extreme Festival at the Zwartkops Raceway on Saturday 23 May. Hannes Scheepers remains unbeaten in the four races so far in 2026, while Wayne Masters has won three out of four as he continues in his quest to secure an Astron…

May 18, 2026 Motorsport

MSA4 poised on a knife's edge

It’s Alibhai versus Bezuidenhout in Zwartkops MSA4 The 2026 Investchem MSA4 championship has been all about two young men in the four races so far. 2025 runner up by a whisker, Mikel Bezuidenhout dominated the Cape Town season opener at Killarney in March, before former British Formula 4 racer and Johannesburg compatriot Aqil Alibhai turned the chase on its head when he dominated the second round…

May 18, 2026 Motorsport

CLR out to remain unbeaten at Zwartkops

Chemical Logistics Racing wants more wins in Pretoria Unbeaten in four races so far in 2026, Chemical Logistics Racing heads to the third round National Extreme Festival looking for more of the same at Zwartkops Raceway on Saturday 23 May. Volkswagen Golf duo Julian van der Watt has won two of the four races so far with teammate KC Ensor-Smith and Keegan Campos’ BMW 128ti taking the others as van…

May 18, 2026 Motorsport

Zwartkops ready for Extreme action

National Extreme Festival races in Pretoria this weekend The 2026 National Championship circuit motor racing Extreme Festival returns home to Zwartkops for its third round on Saturday 23 May. Featuring the Dunlop Extreme Supercars which rejoin the National action this weekend, the day’s highlights also include two explosive South African Touring Cars and SupaCup races, the Astron Energy Polo Cup,…

May 18, 2026 Motorsport

Touring Cars march on Pretoria

Zwartkops set for epic Touring Cars action If the first four races of 2026 are anything to go by, Gauteng race fans can expect a spectacular show when the South African Touring Cars circus marches to Pretoria for their third round Zwartkops’ National Extreme Festival races on Saturday 23 May. With two wins under his belt out of the four starts so far this season, Capetonian Julian van der Watt’s…

May 18, 2026 Motorsport

Volkswagen Motorsport leads way to Zwartkops

Advantage Atkinson as Rory leads SupaCup chase Volkswagen Motorsport’s Rory Atkinson leads the SATC SupaCup way to Zwartkops Raceway’s third round National Extreme Festival on Saturday 23 May. Teammate Christopher Tait meanwhile plans to keep on improving in Saturday’s 30th Anniversary Astron Energy Polo Cup races. “Volkswagen Motorsport heads to our Gauteng home ground on the front foot,” Mike…

May 15, 2026 Motorsport

Buggyra and Aliyyah Koloc return to China for the Taklimakan Rally, the world's second hardest rally raid

In only their second participation in the event, the team enters a works T1+ car prepared by Chinese squad JJ Sport. Aliyyah Koloc lines up alongside co-driver Marcin Pasek for a grueling 13-stage, 8,000-kilometer challenge through the deserts of Xinjiang province. Buggyra ZM Racing is set to contest the 2026 Taklimakan Rally, which gets underway in Ürümqi, in China's northwestern Xinjiang…

May 11, 2026 Motorsport

Jonathan ready to race Nürburgring 24

Mogotsi ready for the big Nürburgring race this weekend Volkswagen Motorsport driver Jonathan Mogotsi is ready for the big day as he prepares for his Nürburgring 24-hour race debut at the legendary circuit on 18-19 May. It has been a long road, including Mogotsi earning his Permit A ‘Ring Licence’ at the March NLS2 4-hour race, before racking up more seat time in the April NLS3 4-hour. “After…

May 11, 2026 Motorsport

Red Star ready for Gauteng Car Wars

Regional Extreme Festival heads for Delmas conflict The 2026 Northern Regions Extreme Festival racing circus emerges from its Easter hiatus for what promises to be a cracking round 2 at the Red Star Raceway near Delmas on Saturday 16 May. Featuring the rolling thunder Dunlop V8 Supercars backed by cracking ATE VW Challenge, turbocharged and normally aspirated BMW M Performance Parts races, the…

May 11, 2026 Motorsport

Youngsters keen to keep challenge advantage

Moore, Nathan & Pillay aim to stay ahead in ATE VW Challenge It’s been a long wait, but the ATE VW Challenge finally returns to action at the Red Star Raceway near Delmas for its second round on. Saturday 16 May. And if Zwartkops’ opening round back in March was anything to go by, it’s the young men who are the ones to beat as Josh Moore, Keegan Nathan and Bryce Nathan arrive at the Gauteng…

May 11, 2026 Motorsport

Dunlop's dramatic double weekend

Dunlop thrills racing up the hill, around the oval Dunlop Tyres enjoyed impressive motorsport outings in two vastly different racing disciplines over a very busy past weekend. With its duties split, several Dunlop-shod Simola Hillclimb competitors delivered extraordinary performances, while Dunlop’s National Oval gang thrilled the Richards Bay faithful with brilliant opening round track action.…

May 07, 2026 Motorsport

Buggyra ZM Racing opens European Baja season in Spain with two-car entry

Aliyyah Koloc and Adam Lacko target strong start at Baja TT Cuenca as team kicks off busy May schedule Buggyra ZM Racing returns to competition this weekend at the opening round of the FIA European Baja Championship, Baja TT Cuenca in Spain, with two cars in the Ultimate category. Aliyyah Koloc with Polish navigator Marcin Pasek will race in a Red-Lined Revo GTR, while Czech driver Adam Lacko…

May 07, 2026 Motorsport

Progress but not perfection: F1 energy tweaks revealed in Miami

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux During last weekend’s Miami GP, drivers were able to get their first taste of the changes to the 2026 technical regulations. The tweaks to energy management systems - introduced with safety and sporting intent in mind - are designed to reduce the extreme closing speeds that have, at times, raised concerns particularly when energy deployment disparities between cars…

May 06, 2026 Motorsport

International Bike Month: The small part behind big performance

No spark. No speed At 15,000 rpm and 200km/h, there’s no room for guesswork. When superbikes thunder down the straight, every component must perform flawlessly. It’s not just about the rider’s skill. It’s also about the machine’s smallest parts. Victory is built on precision and, at the heart of this precision sits something no bigger than your little finger: the spark plug. Essentially, spark…

May 06, 2026 Motorsport

Behind the helmet: family, grit and a shared dream for the Lawlors

The 2026 SA Rally-Raid Championship gets underway this weekend with the Century Property Developments/Century Racing Outeniqua 600, taking place from 8 to 10 May at Louvain Guest Farm in the Upper Langkloof, nestled between George and Uniondale in the Western Cape’s scenic Garden Route. As the opening round of the championship, the event will see a quality field of competitors line up – including…

May 06, 2026 Motorsport

Volkswagen's perfect Simola run

Nathan's SupaPolo, Atkinson's Golf GTI take hillclimb wins Volkswagen Motorsport enjoyed a perfect weekend at the Knysna Simola Hillclimb with all its cars finishing in podium positions. Veteran Graeme Nathan pedalled his Volkswagen Polo SupaCup racer to yet another class B2 victory, while Rory Atkinson and Matt Merton delivered a splendid Volkswagen Golf GTI 8.5 one-two in the standard class A1.…

May 06, 2026 Motorsport

Valkyrie returns to high-speed Spa as FIA World Endurance Championship warms up for Le Mans

Aston Martin THOR Team seeks to build momentum with Valkyrie Hypercar after points-scoring start to WEC season at Imola High-speed Spa-Francorchamps offers perfect preparation for 24 Hours of Le Mans next month British duo Harry Tincknell and Tom Gamble aiming for back-to-back points with the #007 Aston Martin Valkyrie Alex Riberas and Marco Sørensen return to #009 Aston Martin Valkyrie focussed…

May 06, 2026 Motorsport

Century Property Developments: Century Racing Outeniqua 600 postponed

Round one of the SA Rally-Raid Championship, the Century Property Developments / Century Racing Outeniqua 600, due to have taken place in the Herold area between George and Uniondale in the Upper Langkloof has had to take a back seat, as the area is placed at a level 8 warning by the Soth African Weather Service, with severe weather forecast for the period 6 to 8 May 2026. “As a premier SA…

May 06, 2026 Motorsport

Audi Revolut F1 Team shows resilience during demanding Miami Grand Prix

Gabriel Bortoleto climbs from back of grid to secure a solid 12th place finish Nico Hülkenberg forced into early retirement following turbulent opening lap and subsequent technical complication, ending a promising run Despite a challenging weekend, the team highlighted the car’s point-scoring potential ahead of the upcoming Canadian Grand Prix The Audi Revolut F1 Team leaves the Miami…

May 05, 2026 Motorsport

Aston Martin Vantage achieves fourth IMSA podium of 2026 to extend championship lead

Vantage takes IMSA GTD class podium finish as North America’s leading series visits Laguna Seca for StubHub Monterey Sportscar Championship Dudu Barrichello achieves third podium of debut IMSA season alongside works driver Tom Gamble in the Heart of Racing Team Vantage GT3 Barrichello increases IMSA GTD Drivers’ Championship advantage while the Heart of Racing Team extends GTD Teams’ points lead…

May 05, 2026 Motorsport

Team Investchem dominates Simola

Team Investchem once again made the Simola hillclimb its own over the weekend. Ian Schofield dominated Friday’s Classic Conqueror before Robert Wolk emerged overall King of the Hill with the fastest time of the weekend in Sunday’s finale. Wolk drove the team’s Investchem Gould GR55 hillclimb special to an incredible 35.024 second 195.295 km/h winning run. Schofield’s faultless climb in his…

May 05, 2026 Motorsport

Red-Lined stuns Simola

Red-Lined rally raiders thrill, score podiums in Knysna Red-Lined Motorsport enjoyed a thrilling Simola Hillclimb debut when the team came home from Knysna with a pair of unexpected podiums over the weekend. The South African international race car manufacturer entered five of its FIA Dakar off-road racers in the prestigious hill climb, where two of them found their way onto their class podium.…

May 04, 2026 Motorsport

Red-Lined primed for Karoo season opener

Red-Lined racers head to Outeniqua SA Rally-Raid opener Red-Lined Motorsport is quite literally champing at the bit to finally get down to racing in the delayed 2026 South African Rally-Raid Championship at the Century Outeniqua 600 near Uniondale in the Western Cape this weekend. The South African international race car maker has three cars entered in the Little Karoo race from 8 to 10 May.…

May 04, 2026 Motorsport

Habig takes a national hat trick

Benjamin unbeaten in 2026. Except by Cape local Dippenaar Rapid regional crew Wilro Dippenaar and Carolyn Swan may have stolen the battles with a double overall victory at a fast and treacherous King Price Swartland Rally over the past weekend. Reigning national champions and 2026 leaders Benjamin Habig and Barry White however won the Dunlop shod National Championship war as they continue…

Apr 30, 2026 Motorsport

Quality field to take on SA Rally-Raid championship season opener with challenging Century Group Outeniqua 600 Endurance Race that will test man and machine in Garden…

A quality field of local and international teams have entered for the upcoming Century Property Developments/Century Racing Outeniqua 600, the opening round of the 2026 SA Rally-Raid Championship that will take place over three days on 8, 9 and 10 May from Louvain Guest Farm nestled between George and Uniondale in the Upper Langkloof in the Western Cape’s scenic Garden Route. With the year…

Apr 28, 2026 Motorsport

Like fishes out of water, Red-Lined will entertain in Knysna

Having rallied and raided across the four corners of the earth, from the Kalahari to the Arabian Desert, the Iberian Peninsula to the Andes Mountains, Moroccan fesh-fesh to the Gobi Desert and beyond, Red-Lined Motorsport is preparing for something completely different for the weekend of 1-3 May. The proudly South African international rally-raid car manufacturer is taking no less than five of…

Apr 24, 2026 Motorsport

Behind the Helmet: Puck Klaassen - From local roots to Dakar stage winner

From the vineyards of Stellenbosch to the dunes of Dakar, 23-year-old Puck Klaassen’s rise in rally-raid has been anything but conventional. In just a few short years, she has gone from local motorsport enthusiast to one of the sport’s most exciting young talents – and now, a Dakar stage winner. Away from the cockpit, Klaassen is grounded, driven and constantly in motion. Raised on a small wine…

Apr 23, 2026 Motorsport

Performance vs advantage: The strategic trade-off behind F1’s ADUO system

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Right now, as the Formula One teams head to the Miami Grand Prix, the focus inside several factories is not purely on extracting outright performance. Instead, many engineers are engaged in a more surprising exercise: shaping - and in some cases subtly tempering - engine performance characteristics to align with the parameters of the ADUO concession system.…

Apr 13, 2026 Motorsport

Aston Martin Vantage claims first victory of the GT World Challenge Europe season

Vantage wins the opening round of the world’s largest GT-only endurance championship with partner team Comtoyou Racing at Paul Ricard First overall victory for Aston Martin in the GT World Challenge Europe since Comtoyou Racing triumphed in the 2024 CrowdStrike Spa 24 Hours Works drivers Mattia Drudi, Marco Sørensen and Nicki Thiim take lead of the GT World Challenge Europe Endurance Cup with…

Apr 10, 2026 Motorsport

Late, but exciting start to 2026 SA Rally-Raid Championship with Outeniqua 600 opening the season over three days in scenic Garden Route

The 2026 South African Rally-Raid Championship is set to get off to a stimulating start with the upcoming Outeniqua 600 that will take place over three days on 8, 9 and 10 May from Louvain Guest Farm in the picturesque Garden Route in the southern Cape. This event will now form the first round of the season after the initial season opener that was scheduled for the Stella area in the North-West…

Apr 09, 2026 Motorsport

Alfa Romeo returns to Simola Hillclimb with iconic performance vehicles & Electric ambitions

Alfa Romeo will return to the Simola Hillclimb as Stellantis South Africa enters three factory-backed Alfa Romeo models into the event taking place in Knysna from 30 April to 3 May 2026. Part of the Knysna Speed Festival, the Simola Hillclimb sees competitors tackle the revered Simola hill course in one of South Africa’s most recognised motorsport gatherings. The entry places both combustion and…

Apr 09, 2026 Motorsport

F1 rule changes: It’s decision day

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Today Formula One teams’ technical chiefs as well as representatives from the engine manufacturers are to gather with heads of the FIA and F1 management for a pivotal discussion on immediate rule changes as well as the future direction of the sport. There are a number of suggestions on the table. One of the most important is a reduction in “lift-and-coast” energy…

Apr 02, 2026 Motorsport

Truck racing champion Lacko makes off-road rallying debut with Buggyra ZM Racing

Adam Lacko, the 2017 FIA European truck racing champion, will make his off-road rallying debut this season, competing in the FIA European Baja series with Buggyra ZM Racing. The 41-year-old Czech racer, who has spent over three decades competing in karts, cars, and trucks, joins team CEO Martin Koloc and his daughter Aliyyah Koloc in what will be a three-car program by the second half of the…

Apr 01, 2026 Motorsport

Audi Revolut F1 Team completes first two-car race finish of the season in Japan

Audi Revolut F1 Team secures its first two-car race finish of the 2026 season at Suzuka Nico Hülkenberg finishes 11th and Gabriel Bortoleto 13th The team leaves Japan with valuable race mileage, data and another step forward in its development Audi South Africa marks another step forward in the Audi Revolut F1 Team’s Formula 1 journey following a challenging but constructive weekend at Suzuka,…

Mar 30, 2026 Motorsport

bp powers into 2nd year as Official Fuel Partner of Simola Hillclimb

The 2026 Simola Hillclimb will be bp Southern Africa’s second edition as the Official Fuel Partner, following the commencement of a four-year sponsorship that began last year. This unique event blends elite motorsport with a lifestyle experience unlike anything else in South Africa. It brings together classic icons, modern performance machines and top-tier drivers on a course that demands power,…

Mar 27, 2026 Motorsport

Jonathan Mogotsi qualifies to race 24-hour Nürburgring

Mogotsi earns Nürburgring Permit A Ring Licence Former Driver Search winner, SupaCup champion qualifies to race 24 Hour Nürburgring in May Mogotsi will race a Max Kruse Racing Volkswagen Golf 8 TCR Volkswagen Motorsport driver Jonathan Mogotsi has earned his Nürburgring Permit A ‘Ring Licence’ to qualify to race in the legendary circuit’s 24-Hour from 18 – 19 May 2026. After the NLS1 4-Hour was…

Mar 26, 2026 Motorsport

Suzuka’s shift: Is energy harvesting set to redefine a classic challenge?

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Formula One returns to one of its purest tests this weekend as the paddock arrives at the legendary Suzuka circuit for the Japanese Grand Prix. A favourite among drivers and fans alike, Suzuka’s flowing, technical layout has long rewarded precision driving. This year, however, things may feel different. Energy management and harvesting demands are again expected to…

Mar 20, 2026 Motorsport

Extreme Dunlop success at Killarney

Dunlop's National racing season blasts off in the Cape Dunlop’s 2026 National Championship season kicked off in top gear at Killarney’s Cape Town Extreme Festival on Saturday. With all seven car categories exclusively racing Dunlop tyres, the Dunlop Extreme Supercars, South African Touring Cars and SupaCup, Astron Energy Polo Cup and Investchem MSA4, as well as Volkswagen Rookie and Gazoo Toyota…

Mar 18, 2026 Motorsport

Toyota Gazoo Racing South Africa reaffirm their commitment to the SA Rally-Raid Championship

Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) via its motorsport brand Toyota Gazoo Racing South Africa (TGRSA), endorsed their commitment to the SA Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC) marking the continuation of this esteemed partnership, which has spanned over many years, and elevated Cross Country and Rally-Raid racing in South Africa to international status. Toyota has played a significant role in the sport…

Mar 18, 2026 Motorsport

SA Champion van Staden steps up to Red-Lined REVO

Johan and Sean van Staden to race a REVO T1+ South African Rally Raid T1 class champion Johan van Staden and son Sean have gone ahead and acquired a brand-new Red-Lined REVO T1+ to complete their step up to the South African Rally-Raid Championship premier class for 2026. The move further aligns with the van Staden’s international strategy of making a return to the Dakar Rally in the not too…

Mar 17, 2026 Motorsport

Audi Revolut F1 Team completes full race distance in China as Hülkenberg finishes P11

Nico Hülkenberg finishes 11th at the Chinese Grand Prix, completing his first full race distance of the season. Gabriel Bortoleto forced to withdraw before the race start after a technical issue on the way to the grid. Audi South Africa reflects on a challenging but valuable weekend for the Audi Revolut F1 Team at the Chinese Grand Prix, where Nico Hülkenberg finished 11th after completing the…

Mar 17, 2026 Motorsport

Katsuta is King of Kenya with Maiden win for TGR-WRT

Takamoto Katsuta and co-driver Aaron Johnston have achieved their first FIA World Rally Championship victory at Safari Rally Kenya, continuing TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team’s unbeaten run on the epic African event. Katsuta becomes the second Japanese driver to win a WRC round after Kenjiro Shinozuka’s victories on African soil at Rallye Cote d’Ivoire in 1991 and 1992. He is also the second…

Mar 17, 2026 Motorsport

Chemical Logistics Racing on top at Killarney

Pole position and double race wins for van der Watt, Ensor-Smith Chemical Logistics Racing enjoyed a splendid start to its 2026 South African Touring Cars season when Julian van der Watt and rookie KC Ensor-Smith’s Investchem WCT Volkswagen Golf GTIs shared out pole position and the two race wins. Andrew Schofield meantime delivered among his best weekends yet aboard his FlySafair Chemical…

Mar 17, 2026 Motorsport

Abdool and Scott set the benchmark as 2026 GR Cup season opens at Killarney

The 2026 GR Cup season got off to an emphatic start at Killarney International Raceway in Cape Town this weekend, as the opening round of the championship delivered thrilling racing across all three categories during the National Extreme Festival. With practice sessions taking place on Friday, competitors returned to the circuit on Saturday for qualifying and two eight-lap sprint races in mild…

Mar 14, 2026 Motorsport

Astron Energy extends partnership with Volkswagen for the Polo Cup

Astron Energy extends its sponsorship for Volkswagen Polo Cup Polo Cup marks its 30th year of competition in 2026 The Polo Cup will showcase performance of Astron Energy’s Quartech fuel while continuing its legacy of discovering the next racing champion Astron Energy and Volkswagen Motorsport have strengthened their relationship by partnering on the Volkswagen Polo Cup for another year. The…

Mar 13, 2026 Motorsport

Motorsport South Africa enters agreement with African Motorsport Events to promote National Rally Championship

Motorsport South Africa (MSA) has entered into an agreement with African Motorsport Events to become the official promoter of the National Rally Championship, marking an exciting new chapter for rallying in South Africa. African Motorsport Events is owned by well-known industry figures Archie Rutherford, Sandra Labuscagne and Evan Hutchison, whose experience in organising and promoting major…

Mar 11, 2026 Motorsport

Debate begins: Drivers question Formula One’s new 2026 era

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Following the season-opening Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne last weekend, debate around Formula One’s new 2026 technical regulations has intensified, with several drivers questioning whether the new formula has improved the sport. Reigning world champion Lando Norris describes the new generation of cars as a step backwards for the series. The regulations have…

Mar 09, 2026 Motorsport

Young guns star in ATE VW Challenge

Moore, Nathan, and Pillay win as Challenge enters thrilling new era Traditionally a series that saw stalwart drivers showing the younger set how it’s done, the ATE VW Challenge has exploded into a thrilling new era following a year of consolidation in 2025. Young drivers emerged a dominant force as thrilling racing across the board saw Josh Moore, Keegan Nathan and Bryce Pillay open their seasons…

Mar 09, 2026 Motorsport

South African Touring Cars 2026: Blastoff!

Wolk back to take on van Rooyen in a field of champions The South African Touring Cars are primed and ready for action at Killarney’s national Extreme Festival season opener in Cape Town on Saturday 14 March. With multiple champion Robert Wolk back to take on reigning champion Michael van Rooyen in a field of champions up front, it’s also all to play for in the SATC SupaCup that is certain to…

Mar 09, 2026 Motorsport

Astron Energy Polo Cup celebrates 30 years in 2026

Astron Energy’s 30th Polo Cup season starts at Killarney Saturday The Astron Energy Polo Cup will celebrate a glorious 30 years of racing when the new season kicks off at the first round of the National Extreme Festival at Cape Town’s Killarney International Raceway on Saturday 14 March. “Volkswagen Motorsport is absolutely delighted to celebrate 30 years of competition with the 2026 Astron…

Mar 09, 2026 Motorsport

Chemical Logistics Racing all set for Touring Cars 2026

Chemical Logistics Racing is locked and loaded with a thrilling five-car team ready to race the 2026 South African Touring Car Championship. Big news is the return of multiple champion Robert Wolk to lead a 3-car Chemical Logistics Volkswagen Golf GTI attack alongside Julian van der Watt and MSA4 champion KC Ensor-Smith. Andrew Schofield is also back in his familiar BMW, with the driver of the…

Mar 09, 2026 Motorsport

New look for 2026 Volkswagen Rookie Cup

Fourth Volkswagen Rookie Cup season starts at Killarney 14 March The Volkswagen Rookie Cup is ready to race its fourth season with an all-new cast of young drivers set for action. It starts at Cape Town Killarney International Raceway’s first round of the National Extreme Festival on Saturday 14 March. Reigning champion Christopher Tait has opted to take the Volkswagen Motorsport seat in the…

Mar 06, 2026 Motorsport

MasterDrive Driver Search

If you have ever wanted to compete in one of the world’s most prestigious motorsport events, your window is closing quickly. The MasterDrive Driver Search 2026 closes entries on 6 March, leaving motoring enthusiasts from previously disadvantaged backgrounds just days to enter to experience a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Free entry One of the most compelling aspects of the Driver Search is that…

Mar 06, 2026 Motorsport

Buggyra ZM Racing sets course for a transitional 2026 season

Aliyyah Koloc fully commits to rally raids as the team’s Dakar plans are put on hold. Buggyra ZM Racing enters the 2026 season with a clear strategic shift. After several years combining GT circuit racing and off-road competition, 21-year-old Aliyyah Koloc will now focus exclusively on rally raids. At the same time, the team will take a measured approach to long-distance rally raids for their T1+…

Mar 05, 2026 Motorsport

Defender Rally builds on historic Dakar victory with three-car entry in bp Ultimate Rally-Raid Portugal

Defender Rally will return to FIA World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC) action in the bp Ultimate Rally-Raid Portugal on 17 March. Following its Dakar Rally success, the Defender crews of Rokas Baciuška/Oriol Vidal, Sara Price/Sean Berriman and Stéphane Peterhansel/Mika Metge will return to competition in Portugal in the Defender Dakar D7X-R. In the team’s debut at the 2026 Dakar Rally, drivers…

Mar 02, 2026 Motorsport

A new era of inclusion on the Hill

In its fourth year, the MasterDrive Driver Search has become a pragmatic and easily accessible launchpad for young, previously disadvantaged motorsport enthusiasts who would otherwise never get the opportunity. This year brings a landmark advancement: for the first time, two winners will be selected - one male and one female. MasterDrive Driver Search was built on a clear and purposeful mission:…

Mar 02, 2026 Motorsport

Digital roadbooks mark new era for SA Rally Raid

SA Rally Raid will host its first compulsory Electronic Roadbook (RBR Roadbook Reader) training session for the 2026 season this week, following the official announcement that digital roadbooks will be mandatory from Round One. The move brings the championship into direct alignment with leading international rally raid events, including the Dakar Rally, where digital navigation has become the…

Feb 21, 2026 Motorsport

Point S renews partnership with Peugeot Sport for the 2026 FIA WEC season

Point S, the world’s leading independent tyre dealer and car maintenance network, has announced the renewal of its partnership with Team Peugeot TotalEnergies for the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC). The partnership represents another milestone collaboration for Point S, solidifying its presence in the motorsport industry alongside historic endurance racing organisation, Peugeot…

Feb 20, 2026 Motorsport

Anatomy of the world-class Simola Hillclimb

From its humble beginnings in 2009 to making its mark on the international stage, the Simola Hillclimb has always had one overriding mission. That has been to draw more visitors to the scenic and welcoming Garden Route town of Knysna to enjoy an unmatched blend of motorsport, entertainment and natural beauty – all while boosting the local economy and supporting the community. It has achieved all…

Feb 19, 2026 Motorsport

Nissan Formula E Team scores third podium of Season 12 in Jeddah

Nissan Formula E Team's Oliver Rowland clinched his third podium of the season in Round 5 of the 2025/26 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship in Jeddah, as the squad bounced back strongly from a tough first race of the double-header the day before. In the opening race of the weekend on Friday, Norman Nato qualified well, reaching the semi-final stage, while teammate Rowland missed out on the…

Feb 18, 2026 Motorsport

MasterDrive Driver Search Competition | Entries are now open for Young Women and Men!

We are uncovering raw talent from previously disadvantaged communities and taking them to the legendary Simola Hillclimb—with every single winner standing on the podium. If you know of this person, please share these details for their shot at victory! 6 SIMPLE STEPS TO RACING AT SIMOLA HILLCLIMB Think you've got what it takes to compete at South Africa's premier Hillclimb event? Here's how to…

Feb 17, 2026 Motorsport

Snow master Evans leads 1-2-3-4 finish for TGR-WRT

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team has locked out the podium places for the second time in as many rounds of the 2026 FIA World Rally Championship, with Elfyn Evans claiming another victory on the snow of Rally Sweden to lead a 1-2-3-4 finish. Following a 1-2-3 finish at last month’s Rallye Monte-Carlo, this is the first time that a manufacturer has filled the podium places on consecutive…

Feb 16, 2026 Motorsport

Jaguar TCS Racing becomes most successful team in Formula E history after António Félix da Costa wins in Jeddah

Jaguar TCS Racing capped off a remarkable weekend in Jeddah with an historic victory from António Félix da Costa and a strong P7 finish for Mitch Evans, showcasing sharp race craft, flawless strategy and exceptional energy management. Starting from third on the grid, da Costa immediately established himself in the lead fight, engaging in clean, hard racing with the front group as he carefully…

Feb 12, 2026 Motorsport

Champion Lubricants expands technical partnership with BMW Motorrad Motorsport to WorldSBK

Champion Lubricants is proud to announce the extension of its successful technical partnership with BMW Motorrad Motorsport, marking a new chapter in a collaboration built on trust, shared ambition and a relentless pursuit of performance. BMW Motorrad’s passion for performance, engineering excellence and the thrill of the road aligns seamlessly with Champion’s brand DNA, making racing the natural…

Feb 12, 2026 Motorsport

F1 testing in Bahrain: More questions than answers?

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Formula One testing continues in Bahrain today with all 11 teams in attendance. The most often-asked question is: How much meaningful performance information will emerge? The early phases of testing are typically devoted to systems checks, reliability runs and correlation work to ensure that the new-generation cars function as intended. Only once these fundamentals…

Feb 11, 2026 Motorsport

Africa’s grassroots motorsport revolution starts at home

Africa’s next generation of racing talent no longer needs to leave the continent to be taken seriously on the global motorsport stage. A growing network of local academies and circuits is redefining how young African drivers progress, challenging the long-held assumption that international validation must come from Europe. According to Bino Tladi, Chief Projects Officer of Worr Motorsport, the…

Feb 10, 2026 Motorsport

Nissan Formula E Team ready to battle it out under the lights in Jeddah

Nissan Formula E Team is looking to bounce back this weekend as Jeddah hosts Rounds 4 and 5 of the 2025/26 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. Following a successful maiden trip to Jeddah Corniche Circuit in 2025, which saw Oliver Rowland take a dominant victory in the second race, the championship returns to Saudi Arabia for more action. The Japanese outfit has shown solid pace in the early…

Feb 10, 2026 Motorsport

Pre-race advisory: 2025/26 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship R4/5 Jeddah, 13/14 January

Jaguar TCS Racing returns to action on Friday, 13 February as the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship heads to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, for its first double‑header of the 2025/26 season. Rounds 4 and 5 will unfold under the lights at the iconic 3.001km Jeddah Corniche Circuit, marking Formula E’s second night race at the venue following last year’s hugely successful debut. Jaguar TCS Racing arrives…

Feb 10, 2026 Motorsport

Iconic motorsport memorabilia from Schumacher, Senna, Verstappen and more to go under the hammer this february

More than 370 pieces of memorabilia will be sold online and at no reserve, including the personal collection of former Formula One team owner Rob Walker. More than 370 pieces of automotive memorabilia will be sold online and at no reserve in The February Memorabilia Sale: Featuring the Rob Walker Collection, which runs from 17-24/25 February Ranging from the race-worn suits of former Formula One…

Feb 06, 2026 Motorsport

Jonathan Mogotsi for Nürburgring 24-Hour

Max Verstappen is not the only champion hot-stepping his way to the epic Nürburgring 24-Hour. 2024 South African Touring Cars SupaCup champion Jonathan Mogotsi will follow a similar route to earn his Grade A ‘Ring Licence’ through the NLS1 and NLS2 4 Hour races at the legendary circuit, to qualify to race in the 24-Hour in May. Volkswagen Motorsport South Africa veteran, Mogotsi will be part of…

Feb 05, 2026 Motorsport

Nissan and NMC announces motorsports programs for 2026

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. and Nissan Motorsports & Customizing Co., Ltd. (NMC) today announced their 2026 motorsports activities. From optimizing power management in the Formula E series to the precision machines of Super GT, Nissan and NMC continue to tap into motorsports to push technologies to the limits for customers, fans and those that compete. Works programs 2025/26 ABB FIA Formula E World…

Feb 05, 2026 Motorsport

Twelve finalists selected to compete in Defender Trophy national finals in South Africa

Twelve finalists have been selected to participate in the South African national finals of the Defender Trophy, which will take place in March. They were selected from a group of 48 contestants who took part in the first round of the selection stage at the end of 2025. The twelve finalists, consisting of three females alongside nine male contestants, are Lance Kime, Gerrit Pieterse, Robert le…

Feb 02, 2026 Motorsport

Mitch Evans takes record-breaking victory for Jaguar TCS Racing at the Miami E-Prix

Jaguar TCS Racing’s Mitch Evans took his first win of the 2025/26 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship at the Miami E-Prix, climbing from ninth on the grid on a damp track to take a memorable victory. It marked the Kiwi’s 15th career win in Formula E, all with Jaguar, meaning he’s now taken the most victories in the championship’s 11-year history. The Jaguar TCS Racing #9 driver also took the…

Feb 02, 2026 Motorsport

Difficult race for Nissan Formula E Team in Miami

Nissan Formula E Team had a frustrating Miami E-Prix in Round 3 of the 2025/26 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, with neither Oliver Rowland nor Norman Nato managing to break into the top-10 in the race. Nato was able to show strong pace on a dry track in qualifying, setting the fastest time in his group to move into the Duels, while teammate Rowland narrowly missed out on the top-four. Rain…

Jan 31, 2026 Motorsport

MasterDrive Driver Search launches - bigger than ever

The MasterDrive Driver Search returns for the fourth time in 2026 and is already shaping up to be the most exciting year yet. With fresh developments and even bigger opportunities, the 2026 Driver Search is not just a competition - it is a once-in-a-lifetime launchpad. For the first time in the initiative’s history, the Driver Search will select two winners - one male and one female – from a…

Jan 31, 2026 Motorsport

Nissan Formula E Team looks to build on early-season momentum in Miami

Nissan Formula E Team is aiming to build on its strong start to the 2025/26 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship as it heads to Miami for Round 3. Following last year's return to the city for the first time since 2015, the series moves to a new venue for this weekend's event, tackling the Miami International Autodrome. Season 11 Drivers' World Champion Oliver Rowland has enjoyed a great start to…

Jan 29, 2026 Motorsport

Secrecy breeds curiosity: F1’s closed-door test in the spotlight

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Formula One’s secret, closed-door test at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya this week was designed to be just that - secret. Teams arrived under strict confidentiality agreements, controlled access and with no media presence. The arguments in favour were clear: The all-encompassing nature of the regulation changes for 2026, means that every facet of the cars is…

Jan 26, 2026 Motorsport

Hino scores record 34th consecutive finish in Dakar Rally

Hino notched up an amazing record of 34 consecutive finishes in the gruelling Dakar Rally, the toughest motorsport event in the world, when the 2026 rally-raid finished in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, on 17 January. Hino was, once again, the only truck from Asia to contest the 14-day event with the rest of the field coming from European truck makers. The route this year was a loop from Yanbu to Yanbu, a…

Jan 26, 2026 Motorsport

Solberg scores epic Monte-Carlo win in TGR-WRT 1-2-3

Oliver Solberg has secured a stunning victory on Rallye Monte-Carlo, leading Elfyn Evans and Sébastien Ogier in a TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team 1-2-3 on a hugely challenging edition of the legendary event. Beginning their first season in the TGR-WRT Rally1 line-up in the most spectacular style, Solberg and co-driver Elliott Edmondson have now claimed two wins from their first two starts in…

Jan 21, 2026 Motorsport

Toyota Gazoo Racing South Africa returns home after gruelling Dakar 2026 campaign

Toyota Gazoo Racing South Africa returned home on Tuesday morning (20 January, 2026) to a warm reception at OR Tambo International Airport, bringing to a close a demanding and emotionally charged Dakar Rally campaign that once again tested the limits of both man and machine. After more than 7,000 kilometres of racing across Saudi Arabia, Dakar 2026 proved to be one of the toughest editions in…

Jan 19, 2026 Motorsport

South African competitors among top teams after gruelling Dakar Rally

The 2026 Dakar Rally, the 48th edition of the toughest motorsport event in the world that took place over two weeks from 3 to 17 January in Saudi Arabia, will not only be remembered as one of the most gruelling, testing, challenging and puncture fraught in recent history, but it also produced extremely close results. And from a South African point of view, the records will show SA competitors…

Jan 19, 2026 Motorsport

Defender Rally makes history with debut Dakar victory

Defender Rally has won the 2026 Dakar Rally, the toughest off-road challenge in the world, in its debut year, as drivers Rokas Baciuška and Oriol Vidal win the Stock class in the Defender Dakar D7X-R. After two weeks of racing over relentlessly tough terrain, fellow teammates Sara Price and Sean Berriman finished in second place, whilst ‘Mr Dakar’ Stéphane Peterhansel and co-driver Mika Metge…

Jan 19, 2026 Motorsport

TTGE upgrades its flagship Esports Tournament: GT Cup

TSAM Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM), through The Toyota Gaming Engine (TTGE), is pleased to announce the launch of the 2026 GT Cup, one of its flagship esports tournaments. The GT Cup remains a key pillar of TTGE’s commitment to expanding accessible, structured, and high-quality competitive gaming opportunities in South Africa. The tournament features officially licensed Toyota vehicles within…

Jan 19, 2026 Motorsport

Al Attiyah takes sixth Dakar car win

Victorious Nasser, Lurquin survive final sprint scare Qatari Nasser Al Attiyah and Belgian Fabian Lurquin survived a late scare to take their Dacia Sandrider to victory as Nasser scored his sixth Car victory. The pair opened the road on Saturday’s final 105 km dash around Yanbu, Saudi Arabia Saturday morning after Attiyah scored his record 50th Dakar day win Friday, but lost 8 minutes in the…

Jan 19, 2026 Motorsport

Dakar Rally 2026 concludes in Yanbu as Toyota Gazoo Racing SA delivers endurance and front-running pace

The 2026 Dakar Rally drew to a close on Saturday in the coastal town of Yanbu, bringing an end to more than 7,000 kilometres of competition across Saudi Arabia. For TOYOTA GAZOO RACING SA, this year’s event proved to be one of the most demanding in recent memory, with crews contending with relentless rocky terrain, deep dune systems, complex navigation and two gruelling Marathon stages. All three…

Jan 17, 2026 Motorsport

Let’s celebrate our Dakar team

From endless dunes to unforgettable moments, our team has taken on the toughest terrain on earth and now it’s time to welcome them home. Join us as we celebrate the 2026 Toyota Gazoo Racing SA Dakar Rally Team for flying the GR flag high and leaving their mark across the sands of Dakar. Please note the following important information for the Dakar 2026 programme on 20 January: RSVP: Please…

Jan 17, 2026 Motorsport

Benavides steals a 2 second Dakar bike win!

Leader Brabec loses way in final 20 km, Benavides wins Argentine Luciano Benavides has sensationally stolen a two-second overall 2026 Dakar Bike victory for KTM off the leader at the final checkpoint, Ricky Brabec and his Honda at literally the final turn of the final stage of the race. It was also a very good day for South African Rally 2 privateer Michael Docherty, who scored his ninth of…

Jan 16, 2026 Motorsport

Dakar bikes: championship point for Brabec?

Epic ride puts Honda rider on verge of third Dakar victory 34-year-old Californian Ricky Brabec is on the verge of adding a third Dakar victory in eleven starts to his 2020 and 2024 wins for Honda after a decisive day in the saddle in Friday’s penultimate stage. Brabec started the day second behind Argentine Luciano Benacvides’ KTM but soon whittled his 23 second deficit down and powered on to a…

Jan 16, 2026 Motorsport

Entry applications deadline looms for 2026 Simola Hillclimb

It’s just two weeks to go until the window for entry applications for the 16thedition of the Simola Hillclimb closes, and there’s already been fantastic interest from aspiring drivers and teams to compete in this year’s event. As South Africa’s premier hillclimb and the leading motoring and motorsport lifestyle event, it’s no surprise that the Simola Hillclimb attracts the top competitors from…

Jan 16, 2026 Motorsport

Red Bull and Ford - Formula One’s new powerful partnership

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Today marks a symbolic milestone for Formula One’s next era as Red Bull Racing and Racing Bulls unveil their 2026 liveries in Detroit, Michigan, alongside new power unit partner Ford. Staged at the US automotive giant’s home base, the event underlines the growing importance of the American market to F1, while signalling the seriousness of Ford’s return to the sport…

Jan 16, 2026 Motorsport

TGRSA crews push hard as Dakar heads towards the finish

Stage 11 of the 2026 Dakar Rally delivered another long, fast and physically demanding day, with the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa crews once again required to balance outright speed with endurance as the rally entered its final stretch. Joao Ferreira (240) and Filipe Palmeiro produced one of their strongest performances of the event, finishing fourth on the stage after a clean and controlled…

Jan 16, 2026 Motorsport

Ford 1-2-3, Dakar disaster for Toyota

l Attiyah tightens grip on Number 6, trouble for Lategan Nasser Al Attiyah appears on course to his sixth Dakar Rally victory following a dominant day for Ford and disastrous one for Toyota. Ford trio, Mattias Ekstrom, Romain Dumas and Carlos Sainz sped to a Factory Raptor 1-2-3 as Attiyah made best of the disadvantage of running up front in his Dacia. It was however a tough day for South…

Jan 15, 2026 Motorsport

Dakar bikes going down to the wire

Benavides reclaims lead from Brabec, Rally 2, original tight The Dakar 2026 Bike lead has changed twice in two days to see just 26 seconds between Luciano Benavides’ KTM and Ricky Brabec’s Honda with just over 400 of the race’s 5000 kilometres left to run. On a day where Skyler Howes dominated for Honda, the Rally 2 lead also changed, while its also close in Original, And the Southern African…

Jan 15, 2026 Motorsport

Benavides grabs Dakar bike lead

Argentinian Luciano Benavides benefited KTM teammate Daniel Sanders crashing to jump into a slender Dakar 2025 Bike lead over Honda rider Ricky Brabec on Stage 10 Wednesday. French Honda rider Adrien van Beveren sped to victory while South African Michael Docherty romped to a sixth Rally 2 win. Sanders dropped to fourth overall after limping home. SA riders Ross Branch and Bradley Cox also…

Jan 15, 2026 Motorsport

Serradori, Century dominate dramatic Dakar day

Al Attiyah back ahead of Lategan on another mad day to Bisha Frenchmen Mathieu Serradori and Loïc Minaudier utterly dominated the tenth stage of Dakar 2026 aboard their South African built Century Factory CR-7. On another day that saw the leaderboard chop and change, Nasser Al Attiyah enjoyed a relatively untroubled day to second to return to the overall lead from South African Henk Lategan,…

Jan 15, 2026 Motorsport

TGRSA completes second marathon stage as Dakar heads into final phase

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) brought the second Marathon Stage of Dakar Rally 2026 to a close on Stage 10, as crews emerged from two days without full service and made their way to the bivouac in Bisha. The stage rewarded a clean approach through dunes and fast sandy tracks, while fatigue and car management continued to shape the outcome. Guy Botterill and Oriol Mena (218) produced…

Jan 14, 2026 Motorsport

Day 9 turns Dakar on its head

Goczals, Price beat Baragwanath, Roma leads Ford 1-2 Tuesday’s ninth day of Dakar action turned the 2026 race on its head. Polish Goczal brothers Eryk and Michal historically led Aussie Bike refugee Toby Price to a Toyota Hilux 1-2-3 from South African Century Factory driver Brian Baragwanath on a day where all the leaders hit trouble. That leaves Spanish factory Ford Raptor drivers Nani Roma…

Jan 14, 2026 Motorsport

Dakar bike drama, intrigue on Tuesday

Sanders comes from behind to retake lead, Schareina wins Dakar’s ninth Bike day proved a day of drama and intrigue as leading riders had to fight for their lunch on Tuesday. On another cruel day for early leaders Edgar Canet and Ross Branch, Daniel Sanders fought back from 34th earlier in the day to end up second behind Spanish Honda rider Tosha Schareina and move back into the overall lead for…

Jan 14, 2026 Motorsport

Lategan, Cummings fight back at Dakar

Toyota duo beat Ekstrom’s Ford and Sandrider Attiyah on Monday South Africans Saood Variawa and French Navigator Francois Cazalet, and Henk Lategan and Brett Cummings fought back to a Toyota 1-2 on Monday’s eighth stage of Dakar 2026. Latgan and Cummings also clawed back to third overall. Their rivals, German Mattias Ekström and Emil Bergkvist’s Ford Raptor in second overall, and leaders, Nasser…

Jan 14, 2026 Motorsport

Benavides sneaks into Dakar bike lead

Luciano’s brilliant day of navigation up front pays off Luciano Benavides delivered a brilliant day of navigation to rack up over seven minutes of road-opening bonus to win Monday’s eighth stage. His victory moved the Argentine into a ten second overall Dakar 2026 Bike lead over Factory KTM teammate Daniel Sanders. Monday’s longest 483 km lap around Wadi al Dawisir in Saudi Arabia started fast…

Jan 14, 2026 Motorsport

TGRSA crews dig deep on opening day of second marathon stage at Dakar 2026

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) faced one of the toughest tests of Dakar Rally 2026 on Stage 9, the opening leg of the second Marathon Stage. With crews heading deep into remote terrain and spending the night without external assistance at the Marathon Refuge, accuracy, tyre management and endurance once again proved critical. Guy Botterill and Oriol Mena (218) showed strong pace for…

Jan 13, 2026 Motorsport

Variawa claims Stage 8 victory as TGRSA heads into second marathon at Dakar 2026

Stage 8 of the 2026 Dakar Rally delivered one of the toughest tests of the second week so far, with a long, fast loop around Wadi Ad Dawasir combining extensive dune sections, rocky canyons and riverbeds. For TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa, it proved to be a day of persistence and reward, highlighted by a superb stage win and solid progress across all three crews. Saood Variawa and Francois…

Jan 12, 2026 Motorsport

Nissan Formula E Team again on the podium in Mexico City

Rowland clinches third, while Nato claims top-10 finish Nissan Formula E Team’s Oliver Rowland put in a fantastic drive at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, recovering strongly from a mid-race setback to clinch third in Round 2 of the 2025/26 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. Meanwhile, teammate Norman Nato fought hard in a dramatic midfield battle, finishing 10th and scoring a point for the…

Jan 12, 2026 Motorsport

Formula E R2, Mexico City E-Prix, 10 January 2026

Jaguar TCS Racing showed promise and pace in Mexico City but was unable to convert performance into points after a turbulent race for both drivers. Mitch Evans started Round 2 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship in fourth position after qualifying strongly. Evans slipped into the midfield after early ATTACK MODE deployments from elsewhere on the grid, defending hard in the opening phases.…

Jan 12, 2026 Motorsport

Dakar day 7: Ekstrom benefits late Lategan drama

Off the hook Attiyah leads Ekstrom, Roma, Lategan after seven days German Factory Ford Raptor duo, Mattias Ekström and Emil Bergkvist benefited last sector dramas for South Africans Henk Lategan and Brett Cummings’ Overdrive Toyota Hilux to win the seventh stage of the 2026 Dakar Rally. Lategan and Cummings’ had dominated the day to move ahead of Nasser Al-Attiyah and Fabian Lurquin in to the…

Jan 12, 2026 Motorsport

Dakar bikes day 7: Chucky in charge

KTM in control as Benavides wins, Sanders leads KTM tightened its grip on the Dakar 2026 Bike race when Argentine Luciano Benavides dominated Sundays' seventh stage and the first day of the second week. Defending champion and Benavides’ teammate, Daniel ‘Chucky’ Sanders put in an epic ride to come in third and treble his overall lead margin. South African Michael Docherty may be out of the…

Jan 12, 2026 Motorsport

South Africa in the Dakar Rally spotlight during first week filled with drama

The first week of the 2026 Dakar Rally that started on Saturday, 3 January in Yanbu in Saudi Arabia, has seen various South African competitors flying the flag high in the Car Category. The Dakar Rally, regarded as the toughest motorsport event in the world and takes place for the 48th time – the seventh time in Saudi Arabia – stretches over two weeks and almost 8 000 kilometres and reached the…

Jan 12, 2026 Motorsport

The Koloc family and Buggyra ZM Racing keep fighting through a challenging Dakar

Rest days at the Dakar Rally are never truly restful. They are a moment to breathe and pause, a moment where determination and machines are rebuilt. For Aliyyah and Martin Koloc and the entire Buggyra ZM Racing Team, today is also the moment to reset and carry on, despite a very challenging first Dakar week. The opening stages have tested the team in every possible way. Mechanical issues and…

Jan 12, 2026 Motorsport

Ferreira shines as TGRSA tackles tough start to week two at Dakar 2026

The second week of the 2026 Dakar Rally got underway with a demanding Stage 7, and it proved to be a mixed but telling day for TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa as the rally headed deeper into the southern dunes. João Ferreira and Filipe Palmeiro (#240) delivered an excellent performance, finishing second on the stage at +4:27 from the winner. It was a fast, flowing test that rewarded commitment…

Jan 11, 2026 Motorsport

TGRSA regroups in Riyadh after demanding opening week at Dakar 2026

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) arrived at the Rest Day of the 2026 Dakar Rally with all three crews still firmly in the fight after a punishing opening week that tested both endurance and resilience. After six stages, Saood Variawa and Francois Cazalet hold 11th overall, João Ferreira and Filipe Palmeiro sit 12th, while Guy Botterill and Oriol Mena occupy 17th position as the rally…

Jan 10, 2026 Motorsport

TGRSA crews reach rest day after demanding stage 6 at Dakar 2026

The opening week of the 2026 Dakar Rally came to a close on Friday with Stage 6, taking competitors from Ha’il to Riyadh over a demanding route dominated by technical dunes and complex navigation. For TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa, the focus was firmly on consolidating positions, managing the cars through a tough stage, and reaching the Rest Day in strong shape after an intense opening six…

Jan 09, 2026 Motorsport

Dakar ping pong on the road to H'ail

Car swings & roundabouts continue with Ford back to the fore Dakar’s 2026 game of ping pong continued apace as Thursday’s later starters, who finished well back on Wednesday, once again trounced the cars that dominated on the previous day. Although the field was far tighter, Spanish Ford Raptor crew Nani Roma and Álex Haro started 15th and shadowed Tuesday winners US crew Mitch Guthrie and Kellon…

Jan 09, 2026 Motorsport

TGRSA completes demanding marathon stage with solid recovery on stage 5

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) successfully brought all three GR Hilux IMT Evo cars back to the bivouac on Thursday, as Stage 5 concluded the first Marathon stage of the 2026 Dakar Rally with a demanding run from the Marathon Refuge to Ha’il. The second leg of the Marathon featured a 371 km special stage within a total distance of 427 km and rewarded crews who balanced pace with tyre…

Jan 08, 2026 Motorsport

ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, Round 2 Mexico, 10 January 2025/26

Jaguar TCS Racing will return to action on Saturday 10 January as the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship heads to Mexico City for Round 2 of the 2025/26 season. The race – one of the most popular on the calendar - will take place at the iconic 2.63km Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez circuit, renowned for its vibrant atmosphere. Driving the Jaguar I-TYPE 7, António Félix da Costa and Mitch Evans…

Jan 08, 2026 Motorsport

Punctures and penalties define tough marathon opening for TGRSA on stage 4

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) faced one of the toughest days of the 2026 Dakar Rally so far on Wednesday, as Stage 4 marked the opening leg of the first Marathon stage, running from AlUla to the Marathon Refuge. The 452 km special stage formed part of a 530 km total day and placed a heavy emphasis on rock-strewn tracks, tyre management and mechanical sympathy. With no external…

Jan 08, 2026 Motorsport

Dakar bikes closer than ever

14 seconds cover Wednesday top four, overall lead tied Dakar’s 2026 Bike day proved absolutely sensational with the top four split by less than fifteen seconds to leave Honda duo and top two on the day, Tosha Schareina and Ricky Brabec tied in the overall lead. Motswana hero Ross branch enjoyed another consistent day to stay in the hunt overall, but South African Rally 2 star, Michael Dochery’s…

Jan 07, 2026 Motorsport

Dakar: Klaassen makes history, Ford bites back

All change as Ford dominates. SA lass Puck wins Challenger While Toyota dominated on Monday, it was all change at Dakar 2026 on Tuesday as Ford fought back to control on Tuesday’s Day 3. On the day when Stellenbosch T3 Challenger lass Puck Klaassen made history to become the fifth woman ever to win a Dakar stage, American Mitch Guthrie and Kellon Walch and their factory Raptor led Czech duo…

Jan 07, 2026 Motorsport

Honda strikes back on Dakar bike day 3

Schareina & Brabec 1-2 as SA’s Docherty stays unbeaten in Rally 2 Honda riders Tosha Schareina and Ricky Brabec fought back against dominant KTM to take a memorable red 1-3 on a tough third Dakar bike day around Al’Ula in Saudi Arabia on Saturday. It was not enough to wrest KTM rider Daniel Sanders’ overall lead away on a day where Botswana rider Ross Branch was consistent, and South African…

Jan 07, 2026 Motorsport

Botterill and Mena claim podium as TGRSA endures tough, puncture-strewn stage 3

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) delivered a mix of standout performance and hard-earned resilience on Tuesday, as Stage 3 of the 2026 Dakar Rally unfolded over a long and demanding loop around AlUla. The 421 km special stage, forming part of a 736 km total day, placed sustained pressure on crews with constantly changing terrain, tricky navigation and limited margins for error. With no…

Jan 07, 2026 Motorsport

Nissan Formula E Team seeks to replicate Mexico City success

Nissan Formula E Team is ready for Round 2 of the 2025/26 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship this weekend at the Mexico City E-Prix, as the Japanese outfit aims to replicate its stunning victory from Season 11 where Oliver Rowland won from fourth on the grid. Both Rowland and teammate Norman Nato head to Mexico for Round 2 having shown strong pace in the season opener in São Paulo in December.…

Jan 06, 2026 Motorsport

Defender kicks off debut in Dakar Rally as 2026 World Rally-Raid Championship begins

Defender Rally kicked off its competitive debut at the 2026 Dakar Rally on 03 January, the first round of the 2026 World-Rally Raid Championship (W2RC). The all-new Defender Dakar D7X-R takes on the world’s most challenging rally-raid with a world-class driver and co-driver line-up including Dakar-legend Stéphane Peterhansel alongside Mika Metge; determined Rokas Baciuška and Oriol Vidal; and…

Jan 05, 2026 Motorsport

Toyota dominates Dakar day 2

Gazoo Hiluxes fill the top 5, 8 Toyotas in the top 12 Toyota Gazoo Racing Hiluxes utterly dominated Monday’s second day of the 2026 Dakar Rally. American Seth Quintero and Andrew Short led an Overdrive Racing 1-2-3 over South Africans Henk Lategan and Brett Cummings and Australian former bike winner Toby Price and Armand Monleon. For good measure, 2025 winners, home hero Yazeed Al-Rajhi and Timo…

Jan 05, 2026 Motorsport

Dakar bikes day 2: Daniel doubles up

Sanders’ KTM into the lead as SA trio continue to impress Twenty-time winners in Dakar’s 46-year history, and with an incredible eighteen of those on the trot. Austria’s orange KTMs once again seem to have it all under control among the bikes in Saudi Arabia. 2025 winner, Aussie Daniel Sanders took control of the race with victory on Tuesday’s 400 kilometre Day 2. Sanders relieved rookie teammate…

Jan 05, 2026 Motorsport

Branch, Docherty star in Dakar day 1 bikes

Docherty leads Rally 2, Branch loses bike win to a penalty Motswana 2024 World Champion and former multiple South African Cross Country Champion, Tork Craft rider, Ross Branch has dominated the first official Bike stage of Dakar 2026 aboard his Hero Moto 450 Rally, only to be docked six minutes for speeding and drop to seventh. South African Michael Docherty however made no mistakes to win the…

Jan 05, 2026 Motorsport

Cat & mouse in Dakar bike prologue

South Africans impress as Dakar 2026 seesaw commences While Édgar Canet, Daniel Sanders and Ricky Brabec were on fire to capture the Dakar 2026 Prologue top three over the 22 kilometre pipe-opener around Yanbu, Saudi Arabia on Saturday, several other top riders played the tomorrow game as they chased perhaps better starting positions further down the grid for Sunday’s first official stage. Not…

Jan 05, 2026 Motorsport

TGRSA delivers strong opening stage performance on demanding Yanbu loop

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) completed a solid and encouraging first full day of racing at the 2026 Dakar Rally on Sunday, as Stage 1 delivered a tough and varied opening test around Yanbu. The 305 km special stage, combined with 213 km of liaison, offered a true Dakar challenge from the outset. Crews were faced with a demanding mix of fast sandy canyons, rocky plateaus, winding wadis…

Jan 02, 2026 Motorsport

Dakar 2026: all roads lead to Yanbu

South Africans ready with another epic Dakar Car race loading South African cars and drivers are once again set to star when Dakar 2026 blasts off on Saturday 3 January. With eleven Southern African drivers and navigators, and countless locally developed, built, and prepared machines ready to race, local fans can, as ever look forward to the thrill of the chase through the quiet of early January.…

Dec 19, 2025 Motorsport

Baltic, Africa Eco Race's new timekeeper

For this 17th edition, the Africa Eco Race is proud to announce an exceptional partnership: Baltic, an independent French watchmaking house, becomes the Official Timekeeper of the rally. Born from the passion of Étienne Malec, inspired by his father's watches, Baltic pays tribute to the timepieces of the 1940s and 1950s while combining them with modern precision and innovation. Its DNA rests on…

Dec 17, 2025 Motorsport

PRI featured products showcase award winners announced

The awards recognize the most innovative products powering the racing industry Performance Racing Industry presented 22 manufacturers with a Featured Products Showcase Award during the 2025 PRI Show, recognizing the most innovative and cutting-edge advancements powering the racing industry. The Featured Products Showcase is the PRI Show’s premier destination for media, buyers, and professionals…

Dec 17, 2025 Motorsport

South Africa well represented at 2026 Dakar Rally

The 48th edition of the Dakar Rally, which starts on 3 January 2026 from the Port of Yanbu on the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia and finishes on 17 January, featuring a loop of 8 000 kilometres including timed stages and a rest day in Riyadh, will not only see various South African competitors participating, but a multitude of locally designed, built and prepared vehicles will also be on the start line.…

Dec 11, 2025 Motorsport

South Africans ready with another epic Dakar Car race loading

South African cars and drivers are once again set to star when Dakar 2026 blasts off on Saturday 3 January. With eleven Southern African drivers and navigators, and countless locally developed, built, and prepared machines ready to race, local fans can, as ever look forward to the thrill of the chase through the quiet of early January. In an interesting twist, South Africans Henk Lategan and…

Dec 11, 2025 Motorsport

Five South Africans among a star-studded Dakar '26 field

Dakar 2026 is loading fast and as usual, the great race promises epic two wheel action between a star-studded line-up throughout the great two-week adventure. Southern Africa is once again well represented among the Dakar Bikes with Ross Branch and Bradley Cox in the top Rally GP Elite class and Michael Docherty, Anthony Raynard and Ronald Venter riding in Rally 2. Botswana hero, 2024 W2RC Moto…

Dec 11, 2025 Motorsport

Title won, future unwritten: 2026’s secret test sparks F1 anticipation

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Congratulations to Lando Norris on securing the 2025 Formula One World Drivers’ Championship - a landmark achievement. But in F1, the spotlight never rests for long. Even as Norris and McLaren celebrate, the sport pivots toward 2026, a year set to usher in some of the most radical rule changes in modern Grand Prix history. The upcoming season will see a sweeping…

Dec 10, 2025 Motorsport

Hoonigan's "Aussie Shred" takes Gymkhana to the land down under for Travis Pastrana's most unhinged film yet

Hoonigan and Subaru Motorsports USA have premiered the latest entry in the internet-breaking Gymkhana film franchise, “Aussie Shred.” Set Down Under in the land that coined the term “hoon,” Travis Pastrana’s third Gymkhana film is the wildest in franchise history, featuring the biggest jumps, closest calls and craziest tricks in a Gymkhana film to date. Pastrana takes on the Outback, Sydney’s…

Dec 09, 2025 Motorsport

Dunlop wins 55 racing championships!

South Africa’s racing tyre of choice dominates in 2025 Dunlop South Africa Racing is celebrating no less than 55 champions crowned in South African motor racing on four wheels in 2025. From the national Extreme Festival, through regional racing to hot rods, rallying and even lemons racing, from supercars to touring cars, V8s, rally cars and rods, the country’s leading championships all depended…

Dec 09, 2025 Motorsport

Moto3 Rider Ruche Moodley Recounts Rookie Season and Raring to go in 2026

South African rider Ruche Moodley made history when he joined the FIM Moto3 World Championship in 2025. The Gqeberha-born lad was the very first rider of colour from Africa to compete in the series. Moodley followed in the footsteps of fellow countrymen, and brothers, Brad and Darryn Binder. Competing on the world stage is the culmination of years of preparation, and the first major step to…

Dec 08, 2025 Motorsport

Nissan Formula E Team secures podium in dramatic Season 12 opener

Nissan Formula E Team's Oliver Rowland produced a remarkable comeback drive to stand on the podium during Round 1 of the 2025/26 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship in São Paulo, as Norman Nato showed promising speed throughout the event. This morning saw an extended FP2 session with both Nissan Formula E Team drivers finishing in the top ten, after FP1 was cancelled on Friday due to technical…

Dec 08, 2025 Motorsport

Four-crew TGRSA team set for Dakar 2026 action in Saudi Arabia

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) is primed for another monumental campaign at the Dakar Rally, with four exceptionally capable crews preparing to take on the 2026 edition of the world’s most demanding motorsport event. This year’s rally, which runs from 3–17 January, presents a route of formidable length and variety, nearly matching the record for special stage kilometres seen since the…

Dec 08, 2025 Motorsport

South Africans star in mad Rotax Grand Finals

Koen, Boyd, de Wet, Pieterse, Coetzee & Dowling fly flag in Bahrain South Africa’s seven 25th Rotax Max ‘Olympics of Karting’ Grand Finalists may have found the going tough in the Bahraini desert on Saturday, but the team can be proud of their results after a hard year of karting. DD2 men Sebastian Boyd and Jason Coetzee and Masters man Jonathan Pieterse all found several positions in their…

Dec 05, 2025 Motorsport

Team South Africa giving its all at Rotax 'Olympics of Karting'

Thursday was a mixed day for Team South Africa through the Qualifying Heats for the 25th Rotax Max ‘Olympics of Karting’ Grand Finals in Bahrain. Competing among 400 top karters from over sixty countries around the world to crown a global champion in each of the Rotax Max karting classes, it was crunch time with most of the heats going down through the day to set the grid, and the fields for…

Dec 05, 2025 Motorsport

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Unveils GR GT & GR GT3

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) has lifted the covers on two highly anticipated prototypes – the GR GT and GR GT3 – marking a major leap forward for the brand’s performance and motorsport ambitions. Revealed to the public for the first time, the pair represent Toyota’s most advanced interpretation yet of its “driver-first” development philosophy and showcase technologies never before used in a Toyota…

Dec 05, 2025 Motorsport

Philip Morris International Expands its Partnership with Scuderia Ferrari HP, Launching a Bold New Chapter in Their Long-Standing Relationship 

ZYN Branding to be present in selected races, starting with the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2025 Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE: PM) today announced an expanded partnership with Scuderia Ferrari HP and with Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli—the single-marque motorsport championship created in 1993—for the 2026 season and beyond. This next chapter introduces one major…

Dec 05, 2025 Motorsport

Jaguar TCS Racing ready for its milestone tenth ABB FIA Formula E World Championship season

Jaguar TCS Racing will return to competition this weekend (Saturday, 6 December) in Brazil, as the 2025/26 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship begins with the 2025 São Paulo E-Prix. The race marks the start of Jaguar TCS Racing’s milestone tenth season in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. During that time, the British team has a record to date of 22 wins, a further 31 podiums and 1,638…

Dec 05, 2025 Motorsport

PRI Paddock takes center stage at 2025 PRI Show 

Live interviews, iconic vehicles and fan interaction highlight the grand entrance experience Performance Racing Industry (PRI) announced a major enhancement to the 2025 PRI Show with the debut of the PRI Paddock, a new activation at the grand entrance of the Indiana Convention Center. A centerpiece of the experience is the Show’s iconic hanging car, this year represented by the Matco Tools Top…

Dec 04, 2025 Motorsport

Hino will again be only truck from Asia to contest Dakar Rally

Hino, one of Japan’s leading truck manufacturers, will again be the only entry from a truck maker based in Asia to contest the Dakar Rally. Hino, which will be competing this famous endurance rally-raid for the 35th consecutive time. On each occasion Hino has been an official finisher, which is an unprecedented record for reliability. This year it will be part of a strong field of 46 trucks…

Dec 01, 2025 Motorsport

Team SA ready and waiting for Bahrain Grand Finals

South Africa’s karting champions have descended on the Bahrain International Karting Circuit where they’re preparing to take on the best in the world when the 25th annual ‘Rotax Max Olympics of Karting’ Grand Final goes down from 29 November to 6 December. Comprising South African and African champions, the twelve-man Southern African Rotax Grand Finals Team be among 400 karters from more than…

Nov 27, 2025 Motorsport

After Vegas DSQ drama, Norris heads to Qatar with lead under threat

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux With the Las Vegas dust having settled, Lando Norris finds his championship lead under pressure - not only from Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri, now tied in joint second place - but from the fallout of McLaren’s double disqualification last weekend. The team’s exclusion for a technical infringement wiped valuable points from both drivers, turning what should have…

Nov 25, 2025 Motorsport

Volkswagen slays giants at Top of the Hill

Motorsport ends season with fun weekend at Zwartkops Volkswagen Motorsport starred at the season ending Zwartkops Top of the Hill climb over the weekend. Jonathan Mogotsi and Bradley Liebenberg delivered a giant-killing act to end up third and fourth in the Modified Class against far more powerful and exotic machinery, while the Volkswagen Rookie Cup Media Challenge thrilled to deliver an…

Nov 25, 2025 Motorsport

Defender Dakar D7X-R revealed in all-new competition livery ahead of January 2026 Dakar Rally debut

Defender Rally has unveiled the all-new Defender Dakar D7X-R, the team’s official entry for the 2026 World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC), ahead of its competitive debut at the Dakar Rally in January – the world’s most extreme rally-raid. A talented team of drivers and co-drivers will take on the epic adventure in the Defender Dakar D7X-R, where three crews will endure more than 80-hours of…

Nov 25, 2025 Motorsport

Heartbreak in the Bushveld but Many Positives for Castrol NWM Ford in a Season of Speed, Strength and Growth

Motorsport can be cruel and unpredictable, where even the most meticulous preparation and unwavering dedication can’t always guarantee the desired result. The Castrol NWM Ford Rally-Raid Team experienced exactly that in the final round of the 2025 SA Rally-Raid Championship, as the title hopes of championship leaders Gareth Woolridge and Boyd Dreyer were undone by an unexpected setback at the…

Nov 25, 2025 Motorsport

TGRSA sweep the podium as Saood Variawa clinches 2025 SA Rally-Raid Championship title at the Bushveld 400

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) ended the 2025 SA Rally-Raid Championship in spectacular fashion by taking all three podium positions at the Northam Zondereinde Bushveld 400, while 20-year-old Saood Variawa and his French navigator, Francois Cazalet, clinched both the Overall and Ultimate FIA T1+ Championships after a dramatic and fiercely contested final round. This makes Saood not only…

Nov 21, 2025 Motorsport

A true racer at heart – Piet Potgieter

The Simola Hillclimb always delivers an enthralling and eclectic mix of cars and characters. From charming classic machines of all ages, shapes and sizes to attainable hot hatchbacks, rapid super saloons to exotic supercars, as well as sleek single-seater race cars to outrageously powerful modified saloon cars purpose-built for a sub-40 second run up the 1.9 km Simola Hill – there’s truly…

Nov 20, 2025 Motorsport

Nissan Formula E Team confirms Sam Bird as reserve and development driver

Nissan Formula E Team is delighted to announce that Sam Bird will be the squad’s reserve and development driver for the 2025/26 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. Bird has been ever-present on the Formula E grid since its maiden race in 2014 and has taken wins across all three generations of car in the championship. A title contender in several Formula E seasons, Bird claimed victory in the…

Nov 19, 2025 Motorsport

Hyundai’s Johan Nel Wins 2025 Modified FWD Championship Title in Thrilling Finale of the Vilaca Racing Time Attack Series

The Vilaca Racing Time Attack Series capped off its electrifying sixth season this past weekend in a spectacle of South African motorsport. The series runs over six events at different race tracks throughout the year and each event consists of six to eight sessions where you try and achieve the quickest lap time. The three fastest drivers of the day per class go into a shoot-out. During this…

Nov 19, 2025 Motorsport

Thirteen Red-Lined built racers ready to tackle Rally Raid National final

It’s another monster weekend for Red-Lined Motorsport as the team heads to the sixth and final round 2025 SA Rally-Raid Championship, the Northam Zondereinde Bushveld 400 on the 21-22 November. With no less than thirteen entries for this weekend’s race, it’s a record for the team for a single event, with seven cars in the T1 Adventure class, five in Ultimate SA T1+ and one in the top Ultimate FIA…

Nov 18, 2025 Motorsport

Castrol NWM Ford are Fully Prepared for Nail-Biting Championship Decider

With just one round remaining in the 2025 South African Rally-Raid Championship, the Castrol NWM Ford Rally-Raid Team heads into the Northam Zondereinde Bushveld 400 (21–22 November) with determination, resilience and unbreakable teamwork. The championship is within sight but it will require perfect execution from the drivers, navigators and pit crew to bring it home. Two days of racing stand…

Nov 18, 2025 Motorsport

TGRSA ready for four-car final assault at the Northam Zondereinde Bushveld 400

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) is gearing up for a decisive weekend as the 2025 South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC) reaches its finale at the Northam Zondereinde Bushveld 400 on 21–22 November. With the title battle going right down to the wire, the team will field a powerful four-car GR Hilux IMT EVO line-up, marking its final South African outing before Dakar 2026…

Nov 14, 2025 Motorsport

Final clash of the SA Rally-Raid titans at Northam Zondereinde Bushveld 400 with adrenalin pumping action expected before champions can celebrate

The Northam Zondereinde Bushveld 400, the sixth and final round of the 2025 SA Rally-Raid Championship that takes place on 21 and 22 November from the Koedoeskop Primary School close to Thabazimbi, will be the final roll of the dice for teams who aim for the titles as well as those who hope to round the season off on a high note and bag maximum points. Two days of action-packed racing are on the…

Nov 13, 2025 Motorsport

What if Max had stayed out? The strategy debate after Interlagos

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Amazing drive by Max Verstappen to third in last weekend’s Brazilian Grand Prix. The race was a strategic thriller, with Red Bull’s decision to pit Verstappen for a final, soft-tyre charge to the flag dividing opinion among fans and analysts alike. Many wondered if staying out on his worn mediums might have yielded a different outcome. According to team data, had…

Nov 06, 2025 Motorsport

Habig & White take 2025 SA Rally Championships

Benjamin Habig is a second generation champion Benjamin Habig and Barry White are South Africa’s Dunlop-shod 2025 Rally Champions after a win and a second over the weekend at the Dullstroom TracN4 National Rally final rounds 7 and 8. Habig and White shadowed title rivals Jono van Wyk and Nico Swartz’s NRC1 Mazda2 through Friday, before the Mazda went out early Saturday leaving the new champions…

Nov 04, 2025 Motorsport

South Africans star at Walter Hayes Festival

Rackstraw, Ensor-Smith second & third, all five drivers in Final Team South Africa starred in the weekend’s 25th running of the prestigious Walter Hayes Formula Ford Trophy at Silverstone in England. All five drivers qualified for the Grand Final run in cool, dry conditions on Sunday evening before pole man Andrew Rackstraw and Ensor-Smith repeated last year’s feat of an ultra-close second and…

Nov 04, 2025 Motorsport

A win, 4 podiums and a 90% finishing rate for Red-Lined

Red-Lined Motorsport came home from the South African National Rally-Raid VAPS HCV Vryheid 400 with a class win, four podiums, three cars in the top ten and an impressive 90% finishing rate in what was regarded as one of the toughest and most challenging events to date. With inclement weather surrounding the event for much of the weekend, the race was cut short during the final stage when a major…

Nov 04, 2025 Motorsport

Victory in Vryheid 400 Gives Castrol NWM Ford Rally-Raid Team the Championship Lead Heading to Final Race

The penultimate round of the 2025 South African Rally-Raid Championship, the Vryheid 400, proved to be one of the toughest events on the calendar with a demanding test of endurance, teamwork and precision driving for the Castrol NWM Ford Rally-Raid Team. To add to the drama, heavy rainfall in the area resulted in long grass covering the tracks and making the ground slippery. GPS signals were…

Nov 03, 2025 Motorsport

Variawa second in Vryheid as TGRSA fights through brutal conditions

The penultimate round of the 2025 South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC), the VAPS HCV Vryheid 400, delivered two days of punishing rally-raid action in northern KwaZulu-Natal — and a strong result for TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA). Despite treacherous conditions, torrential rain, and a route that tested both crews and machinery to the absolute limit, Saood Variawa and Francois…

Oct 31, 2025 Motorsport

Team South Africa set for Walter Hayes Festival

Rackstraw, Ensor-Smith, Wolk, van der Watt & Schofield ready South Africa once again has a crack five-man team at Silverstone in England over the coming 1-2 November weekend to compete in the 25th running of the prestigious Walter Hayes Formula Ford Trophy. The team simply has only one objective. And that’s to win! “After Andrew Rackstraw and KC Ensor-Smith ended second and third last year, the…

Oct 30, 2025 Motorsport

Title charge on: Norris finds winning formula in Mexico

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Last weekend’s Mexico City Grand Prix proved to be the perfect showcase for Lando Norris’s growing maturity and confidence behind the wheel. Starting from pole position, he delivered a composed and commanding drive. His getaway was clean, his race management exemplary, and his pace never wavered leading to a significant, 30 second margin over Ferrari’s Charles…

Oct 29, 2025 Motorsport

TGRSA heads to Kwa-Zulu Natal for the penultimate round of the 2025 SARRC

The 2025 South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC) returns to KwaZulu-Natal this weekend, as the long-awaited VAPS HCV Vryheid 400 takes place on 31 October and 1 November. After months of anticipation following the event’s earlier postponement due to flooding, competitors, crews, and fans alike are eager for racing to resume in one of the most scenic and challenging regions on the calendar.…

Oct 28, 2025 Motorsport

Toyota Gazoo Racing SA wraps up dominant 2025 SATC campaign at Zwartkops

The curtain came down on the 2025 South African Touring Car (SATC) Championship this past weekend at the Zwartkops Raceway near Pretoria, as TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) signed off on an extremely successful season. While Michael van Rooyen had all but secured the title ahead of the final round, the team arrived at Zwartkops with a clear objective: finish the year strong and maintain…

Oct 23, 2025 Motorsport

Dust and glory – intense chase for the SA Rally-Raid titles expected at VAPS HCV Vryheid 400

The title chase in the SA Rally-Raid Championship is expected to reach unprecedented heights at the VAPS HCV Vryheid 400, the fifth and penultimate round of the 2025 season, which takes place on 31 October and 1 November in the Vryheid area in KwaZulu-Natal. And as this event was scheduled as the season opener in March this year but postponed due to heavy rains and flooding in the area, it will…

Oct 23, 2025 Motorsport

Bridgestone Launches RACING BATTLAX V03 Slick Motorcycle Tyre

Bridgestone Corporation (Bridgestone) will launch its track-only premium motorcycle tyre, the RACING BATTLAX V03, to the European and North American markets in 2026. The new Bridgestone RACING BATTLAX V03 is designed for both professional and amateur riders who pursue speed and the highest levels of grip. The latest addition to Bridgestone's motorcycle tyre range incorporates technologies refined…

Oct 23, 2025 Motorsport

New leadership, new line-up, new look: Jaguar TCS Racing unveils 2025/26 livery as team begins new era

Jaguar TCS Racing has today revealed its Jaguar I-TYPE 7 in a striking livery for the 2025/26 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the team. With new leadership and a refreshed driver line-up, the unveiling marks a bold statement of intent for the season ahead, as Jaguar TCS Racing prepares to take to the track for official pre-season testing in…

Oct 23, 2025 Motorsport

Thin air, high stakes at Mexico City GP

Peculiarly, the high-altitude Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, venue for this weekend’s Mexico City Grand Prix, demands Monaco-level downforce settings despite its long, 1.2 kilometre main straight, where almost 10 seconds are spent at full throttle and speeds reach nearly 350Km/h. At over 2,200 metres above sea level, the thin air drastically reduces aerodynamic efficiency as well as engine…

Oct 22, 2025 Motorsport

GR Cup gears up for thrilling season finale at Zwartkops

The 2025 GR Cup season will come to a spectacular close this weekend, 24 and 25 October, as South Africa’s premier one-make racing series heads to the legendary Zwartkops Raceway in Gauteng for its seventh and final round of the year. The tight and technical 2.4 km circuit near Pretoria has long been a favourite among drivers and fans alike, and promises an adrenaline-filled finale to a standout…

Oct 21, 2025 Motorsport

TGRSA ready to wrap up 2025 SATC campaign in style

The final round of the 2025 South African Touring Car (SATC) Championship is set to take place this coming weekend (24 and 25 October) at the Zwartkops Raceway near Pretoria in Gauteng. The event marks the culmination of a highly competitive season, and TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) is aiming to end the year on a high. The team will again be fielding three SATC-spec Toyota Corollas,…

Oct 21, 2025 Motorsport

Tricky weather conditions mark final round for Toyota Gazoo Racing Junior Academy

The Toyota Gazoo Racing Junior Academy (TGRJA) concluded its 2025 Northern Regions Rotax Kart Championship campaign at Zwartkops Kart Raceway under challenging conditions, with heavy rain at times making the circuit unpredictable throughout the day. Despite the adverse weather, the team’s young drivers showcased determination and composure to bring the season to a strong close. Regular…

Oct 21, 2025 Motorsport

Citroën unveils the single-seater that will carry its colours in Formula E!

"We are very proud to be officially joining the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. We bring with us the same determination to learn, progress and perform that has enabled Citroën to succeed every time it has entered a new championship, such as Rally Raid, WRC or WTCC. . Motorsport is a field that has shaped Citroën's history and legend for more than 60 years. It is the beating heart of…

Oct 20, 2025 Motorsport

Rotax Kart thrills as Gauteng crowns champions

Brilliant Rotax Max kart racing at both Zwartkops and Killarney Rotax Max Challenge karting was on regional double duty on Saturday. The sixth and final Gauteng round crowned the 2025 Northern Regions champions at a wet and slippery and Zwartkops in Pretoria, while the Cape Rotax crowd caught up with a rain date for their cancelled August round 6 in splendid spring conditions in its penultimate…

Oct 15, 2025 Motorsport

TGR Junior Academy eyes strong finish to northern regions Rotax season

As the curtain falls on the 2025 Northern Regions Rotax Karting Championship, the Toyota Gazoo Racing Junior Academy (TGRJA) prepares for an exciting finale at Zwartkops Kart Raceway this Saturday, marking the sixth and final round of an action-packed regional season. For the academy, this event represents not only the end of another successful regional campaign but also a key milestone in the…

Oct 15, 2025 Motorsport

Mopar joins the grid with Team Peugeot TotalEnergies from 2026

Mopar, the reference brand for original parts and accessories across Stellantis brands, announces its official partnership with Team Peugeot TotalEnergies starting with the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season. This collaboration highlights Mopar’s mission: to be “the best solution to keep Stellantis vehicles in their original condition”. In a world where performance and reliability…

Oct 15, 2025 Motorsport

South Africa's Multi-Discipline Motorsport Star Anthony Raynard Eyes 2026 Dakar Rally

"From Local Tracks to the World's Toughest Rally: Support Anthony Raynard's Dakar 2026 Journey" The Dakar Rally's bike section is widely regarded as the ultimate test of skill and endurance. South African motorsport talent Anthony Raynard is now gearing up for the 2026 challenge, offering brands a unique sponsorship opportunity to join him on this extraordinary journey. Anthony Raynard, one of…

Oct 13, 2025 Motorsport

Title race wide open as SA Rally-Raid heads to Vryheid

See-saw battle sets stage for penultimate SA Rally-Raid showdown Vryheid, KwaZulu-Natal – The South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC) heads into its penultimate round in Vryheid on 31 October and 1 November, and the stakes could not be higher at the VAPS HCV Vryheid 400. With just a handful of points separating the frontrunners across the classes and a dynamic new title sponsor joining the…

Oct 09, 2025 Motorsport

McLaren’s papaya rules coming under strain?

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Congratulations to McLaren- clinching the Formula One Constructors’ Championship in Singapore is a significant achievement. But the celebrations were overshadowed somewhat by tension between the team’s drivers. On lap one, Oscar Piastri was visibly upset after being nudged by teammate Lando Norris, costing him track position. Piastri, in heated radio messages, asked…

Oct 06, 2025 Motorsport

Penultimate Regional Extreme Festival delivers in Delmas

It may have been grey at Red Star Raceway on Saturday morning, but the Northern Regions Extreme Festival presented by Coca-Cola certainly lit things up through the day. The National Investchem MSA4s joined regular Gauteng classes, the Dunlop V8 Supercars, ATE VW Challenge. BMW M Performance Parts Series, the DOE Formula Vees and ACD Welkom 111s to deliver great racing across the board. It was…

Oct 06, 2025 Motorsport

ATE VW Challenge battles rage on

Top three keep on fighting at Red Star Raceway It may have been gloomy at the Red Star Raceway but the penultimate ATE VW Challenge races certainly brightened up the Gauteng Extreme Festival presented by Coca-Cola on Saturday. While Jayden Goosen had to work for it, the Class A log leader ultimately took a double win and Stuart Mack had a little less work to do in Class B, but Class C delivered…

Oct 01, 2025 Motorsport

Toyota Gazoo Racing Junior Academy battles hard at Formula-K Raceway

The Toyota Gazoo Racing Junior Academy (TGRJA) returned to Benoni’s Formula-K Raceway this past weekend for the penultimate round of the Northern Regions Rotax Kart Championship. With the season fast approaching its conclusion, every result carried weight, and the academy’s drivers rose to the challenge despite fierce competition and tricky conditions. Notably, Junior MAX competitor Emma-Rose…

Oct 01, 2025 Motorsport

Entry applications open for 16th edition of Simola Hillclimb in 2026

The Simola Hillclimb celebrated a significant milestone in 2025 with the hosting of its immensely successful 15th edition. Although it’s still a recent memory, the wheels keep on turning, and the window has now opened for aspiring competitors to submit their entry applications for the 2026 event, which takes place from 30 April to 3 May 2026. The Simola Hillclimb is a strictly invitational event,…

Oct 01, 2025 Motorsport

Defender Rally completes gruelling Saharan test of first competition-spec Defender Dakar D7X-R as team principal appointed

Defender Rally has accelerated preparations for its debut entry to the 2026 Dakar Rally and FIA World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC) after completing a gruelling test of the Defender Dakar D7X-R in Morocco. Attending this milestone test was new Team Principal of Defender Rally, Ian James – also recently announced as Managing Director, JLR Motorsport. Ian will lead the Defender Rally team into…

Sep 30, 2025 Motorsport

Investchem MSA4 title fight heads to Red-Star

It's KC versus Mikel as Investchem MSA4 joins Regional Festival Investchem MSA4 breaks away from the National circus to join the Regional Extreme Festival powered by Coca-Cola at Red Star this Saturday 4 October. This weekend makes up for a round lost earlier in the year and it’s a crucial one, as the championship heads towards a straight fight between the top two. KC Ensor-Smith dominated the…

Sep 29, 2025 Motorsport

Maserati triumphs in GT2 European Series powered by Pirelli: the Trident dominates in Valencia with Philippe Prette celebrating two overall victories, confirming himself…

Philippe Prette in the number 1 Maserati GT2 has been crowned 2025 champion in the Am Class in the GT2 European Series powered by Pirelli, confirming the title he won in 2024. The Monegasque LP Racing driver celebrated his triumph at the Circuit Ricardo Tormo in Valencia, Spain, in round 5 of the season, with a double overall victory. Prette dominated, with the title being awarded as early as…

Sep 29, 2025 Motorsport

ATE VW Challenge on the knife's edge

Two points between top three headed to Red Star With just two championship points between the ATE VW Challenge top three, and two rounds left to race, all eyes will be on the Red Star Raceway for the penultimate sixth round of the Gauteng Extreme Festival presented by Coca-Cola on Saturday 4 October. The greatest action will be in Class C, where young gun Adriaan de Beer’s Ukwazi Engineering car…

Sep 29, 2025 Motorsport

Championship angst at Red Star

Penultimate Regional Festival off to Delmas The stakes are high, the nerves fraught and all be will on the line when the Gauteng Northern Regions Extreme Festival presented by Coca-Cola reports to the Red Star Raceway for its penultimate round 6 on Saturday 4 October. Why? Well most classes seem set to deliver grandstand finishes, if the championship logs are anything to go by. It's a game of cat…

Sep 25, 2025 Motorsport

Back to Benoni: TGRJA drivers gear up for Formula-K showdown

With the curtain closed on the national championship season, attention now turns to the regional stage as the Northern Regions Rotax Kart Championship enters its decisive phase. Round 5 returns to Formula-K Raceway in Benoni this weekend, the same circuit that staged the season opener back in March. For the Toyota Gazoo Racing Junior Academy (TGRJA), the regional campaign remains crucial, with…

Sep 25, 2025 Motorsport

100% Finish for Red-Lined at gruelling Outeniqua 400

A class win and four podiums as all six Red-Lined cars finish All six Red-Lined Motorsport race cars that started the most demanding round of the 2025 South African National Rally-Raid Championship so far, finished the Outeniqua 400 over the weekend. And to top this, Philip Botha and Stompie Mynhardt took their maiden class win as they led a Red-Lined clean sweep in the South African T1+ class,…

Sep 23, 2025 Motorsport

Castrol NWM Ford Secures Double Podium in Gruelling Outeniqua 400

The Castrol NWM Ford Rally-Raid Team overcame brutal terrain and relentless challenges to secure a double podium at the Outeniqua 400, the fourth round of the 2025 South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC). This event marked a milestone return for the championship, with the Western Cape hosting a round of the SARRC for the first time in 14 years. Based near Louvain Guest Farm, the race…

Sep 23, 2025 Motorsport

An ideal Cape Town’s day delivers epic Max action

The Western Cape Rotax Max karting community finally got down to serious racing once again after the past two rain-affected rounds were stopped early. A perfect Cape’s day however delivered some superb regional karting action on Saturday. A splendid day of premier Rotax DD2 racing topped the bill with three different winners on the day. Sebastian Boyd took advantage of better results in the other…

Sep 23, 2025 Motorsport

Classic Zwartkops delights again

A full day of historic racing in perfect Pretoria springtime Zwartkops Raceway’s third Historic and Inland Tour of the season thrilled the Pretoria cognoscenti with a full roster of classic fields on a great day of racing in fine spring weather on Saturday. Seef Fourie Junior took victory in the opening Le Mans Prototype, Sports, GT and Trans-Am race with Jonathan du Toit‘s Chevron B8 and Larry…

Sep 22, 2025 Motorsport

Points salvaged after tough Outeniqua 400 outing for TGRSA

Round 4 of the 2025 South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC) proved to be a tough event for TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA), despite an impressive performance in the race prologue. Saood Variawa and Francois Cazalet set the fastest time of all over the 38km prologue, just 1sec ahead of teammates Guy Botterill and Oriol Mena, in an identical GR Hilux IMT Evo. This set the two works…

Sep 19, 2025 Motorsport

Dunlop crowns first champions of 2025

Four champions crowned, the rest go down to the wire. Killarney’s National Extreme Festival presented by Coca-Cola crowned South Africa’s first National racing champions of 2025 on Saturday. Local heroes, Tate Bishop tied up the SATC SupaCup title and Jason Coetzee the GR 86 Rookie Cup, while upcountry men Nabil Abdool is the 2025 Gazoo Racing Yaris Media champion and veteran Mario da Souza the…

Sep 18, 2025 Motorsport

Rospa International Racing Team Gears Up for New Challenge

Rospa International has made a name for itself among local enthusiasts by importing some of the most desirable sportscars and JDM machines into South Africa. The company is also walking-the-walk as it has its own race team. Company founder Himal Chris Paul said: "Rospa imports these incredible cars for our clients and I am lucky to own my JDM dream car as well. We are so confident in the quality…

Sep 17, 2025 Motorsport

Piastri, Norris and Verstappen set for Azerbaijan GP showdown

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux This weekend’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix promises to reignite the simmering battle between McLaren teammates Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris. The pair have been locked in a season-long contest with each looking to assert themselves as the team’s clear leader – despite McLaren’s egalitarian approach. Baku, with its blend of long straights and tight, technical corners, is…

Sep 16, 2025 Motorsport

Citroën joins Formula E with two exceptional drivers

Citroën is delighted to welcome Jean Eric Vergne and Nick Cassidy on board for its Formula E adventure! These two talented drivers, who have extensive experience in Formula E, will fly the brand's colours high as it enters the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. Jean-Éric Vergne, a 35-year-old French driver, has established himself as a leading figure in modern motorsport. After a brilliant…

Sep 16, 2025 Motorsport

Chemical Logistics Racing: mama warned us!

Win or bust weekend brings race wins, title frustration. Chemical Logistics Racing endured a successful yet most frustrating day of South African Touring Cars competition at the Killarney International Raceway on Saturday. While its cars indeed set the pace with pole position and two race wins, the penultimate Extreme Festival presented by Coca-Cola for 2025 proved a win or bust outing as all…

Sep 16, 2025 Motorsport

Botterill ready to tackle unforgiving George terrain at Outeniqua 400

With just days to go before the highly anticipated Outeniqua 400, leading South African Rally-Raid competitor Guy Botterill has shared his excitement – and caution – ahead of what promises to be one of the toughest rounds on the calendar. “The George terrain is going to be fantastic. It’s very mountainous, with forests and fast forestry roads, but at the same time it’s unforgiving with no margin…

Sep 16, 2025 Motorsport

Toyota Gazoo Racing breaks win record as Ogier leads another 1-2

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team has scored a record-breaking victory at Rally Chile with Sébastien Ogier leading Elfyn Evans in another amazing one-two finish. The win is the 103rd victory by Toyota in the FIA World Rally Championship, the most achieved by any manufacturer in the history of the series, as well as a record-equalling 30th one-two finish. In his 200th WRC event, Ogier claimed…

Sep 16, 2025 Motorsport

TGRSA heads to the Garden Route for brand-new Outeniqua 400

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) will return to action this weekend as the 2025 South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC) reaches its halfway mark with a brand-new addition to the calendar: the Outeniqua 400, set in the breathtaking Langkloof Valley of the Western Cape. Taking place on 19 and 20 September, this event will be based at Louvain Guest Farm near Uniondale, offering…

Sep 16, 2025 Motorsport

TGRSA locks out overall SATC podium in Cape Town

Round 6 of the 2025 South African Touring Car Championship (SATC) brought the country’s top circuit racers to the iconic Killarney International Raceway in Cape Town this past weekend, 12 and 13 September. The fast, flowing circuit is famed for its high-speed sweeps, technical sections, and stunning views over Table Mountain – making it a firm favourite on the national motorsport calendar. TOYOTA…

Sep 16, 2025 Motorsport

Maiden win for Kock in GR Cup round 6 at Killarney

Round 6 of the 2025 GR Cup took place at the iconic Killarney International Raceway in Cape Town this past weekend (12–13 September), and the action on track did not disappoint. Known for its high-speed layout, Killarney brought drama, intensity and razor-thin margins — particularly in the GR Cup Media Challenge and Dealer Challenge, where the smallest missteps proved costly. Despite earlier…

Sep 15, 2025 Motorsport

Championship Battle Intensifies as Castrol NWM Ford Team Gears Up for Outeniqua 400

The 2025 South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC) reaches its halfway point as teams gear up for the Outeniqua 400, the pivotal fourth round of the season. Taking place from 19-20 September at the brand-new Louvain Guest Farm, located between George and Uniondale in the scenic Western Cape, the new venue promises demanding mountainous terrain and fresh challenges. The Castrol NWM Ford Team…

Sep 15, 2025 Motorsport

Epic National Extreme Festival thrills Cape Town

The Killarney International Raceway crowned South Africa’s first National circuit racing champions of 2025 at an epic Cape Town Extreme Festival powered by Coca-Cola on Saturday. Home hero Tate Bishop clinched the SATC SupaCup title with third on the day, while Jason Coetzee, Nabil Abdool and Mario da Souza wrapped up the three GR Corolla titles. ZX10 Masters champion Clinton Seller meantime…

Sep 15, 2025 Motorsport

New territory for Red-Lined Motorsport

Six-car Red-Lined team heads for Western Cape Karoo Red-Lined Motorsport heads to new terrain for round 4 of the South African Rally-Raid Championship based at the Louvain Guest Farm in the Western Cape on the edge of the Little Karoo 19-20 September. Three Red-Lined team entries will be backed by three privateer entries on the Championship’s return to the Cape for the first time in over a…

Sep 10, 2025 Motorsport

High-speed stakes as GR Cup heads to Killarney for Round 6

The battle lines are drawn as Round 6 of the 2025 GR Cup descends on Killarney International Raceway in Cape Town this weekend, 12 and 13 September. With just two rounds left in the season, tension is rising across all three GR Cup categories, and the tight complexes and fast straights of Killarney — known for its changeable grip levels and unpredictable weather — promises a full-throttle test of…

Sep 10, 2025 Motorsport

Toyota Gazoo Racing SA set for penultimate SATC clash in Cape Town

The 2025 South African Touring Car (SATC) Championship is rapidly approaching its conclusion, and this weekend’s penultimate round at the Killarney International Raceway in Cape Town promises to be a pivotal one. TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) will once again field three SATC entries, with Michael van Rooyen and Nathi Msimanga joined by Sa’aad Variawa, who continues to substitute for…

Sep 05, 2025 Motorsport

Simola Hillclimb gearing up for 16th edition in 2026

The 15th edition of the annual Simola Hillclimb in 2025 firmly cemented its status as South Africa’s premier motoring and motorsport lifestyle event. A record attendance of 20 244 spectators over the three days, comprising Classic Car Friday and two-day King of the Hill, reinforced the Simola Hillclimb as the must-attend event of the year. Next year will see the 16th edition take place in Knysna…

Sep 04, 2025 Motorsport

Brand-new Outeniqua 400 will test SA Rally-Raid competitors in spectacular Langkloof in Western Cape

A brand-new event on the SA Rally-Raid Championship calendar, the Outeniqua 400, that takes place on 19 and 20 September in the Upper Langkloof area between George and Uniondale in the Garden Route in the Western Cape, will form the fourth round of the series and this event promises to test competitors in a breathtaking part of the country. With the SARRC season now at the halfway mark, the new…

Sep 04, 2025 Motorsport

Can Piastri maintain his advantage?

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Oscar Piastri arrives at Monza for the Italian Grand Prix with a commanding lead in the 2025 Formula One championship, but the challenge is far from over. The Australian has been a model of consistency this season, and McLaren’s superior performance has made the team the benchmark on most circuits. We can expect Monza’s long straights and fast corners to be perfectly…

Sep 02, 2025 Motorsport

Building tomorrow’s champions: Toyota Gazoo Racing Junior Academy reflects on stellar 2025 campaign

The Toyota Gazoo Racing Junior Academy (TGRJA) wrapped up its 2025 South African Rotax MAX Challenge (SARMC) campaign in emphatic style at Zwartkops Kart Raceway this past weekend. With national titles and tickets to the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals (RMCGF) on the line, the academy's drivers delivered performances that underlined their growth and strength throughout the season. DD2: Double…

Sep 01, 2025 Motorsport

Ogier leads Toyota Gazoo Racing 1-2 in WRC’s newest challenge

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team has achieved a one-two finish in a demanding new challenge at the Rally del Paraguay, with Sébastien Ogier fighting back to claim victory and Elfyn Evans taking second place in a dramatic final stage. The FIA World Rally Championship’s first ever visit to the central South American country was a voyage into the unknown for the teams and drivers. As well as a…

Sep 01, 2025 Motorsport

Positive progress for TGRSA at Ermelo Rally

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) emerged from a demanding weekend at the TGRSA Ermelo Rally—Rounds 5 and 6 of the 2025 South African National Rally Championship—with valuable data, encouraging pace, and a third-place result on Saturday’s final leg. With regular driver Mandla Mdakane sitting out the event, Team Manager Guy Botterill stepped back into the driver’s seat of the Toyota…

Sep 01, 2025 Motorsport

Rotax crowns National Karting Champions at Zwartkops

Coetzee, Morgado, Visser, Moss, Dowling, de Wet & de Oliveira take titles The South African Rotax Max Kart Challenge Nationals came to a head when South Africa’s leading racers delivered a scintillating display at the Zwartkops International Kart Raceway on Saturday. Jason Coetzee, Cristiano Morgado, Charl Visser, Caleb Moss and Brody Dowling walked away as South African champions to claim their…

Sep 01, 2025 Motorsport

Habig & White do the double on Dunlop in Mpumalanga

Benjamin Habig and Barry White’s NRC1 Volkswagen Polo turned the South African Rally Championship run on Dunlop Tyres on its head with a splendid double victory at the Toyota Gazoo Racing SA Ermelo Rally over the weekend. They may have benefited Jono van Wyk and Nico Swartz’s NRC 1 Mazda 2 blowing its engine to go undefeated over Friday’s six Round 5 stages, but Saturday was another matter when…

Aug 27, 2025 Motorsport

Botterill returns to driver seat for TGRSA Ermelo Rally

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) is gearing up for a special weekend of rallying, as the team prepares to contest Rounds 5 and 6 of the 2025 South African National Rally Championship (NRC) at the TGRSA Ermelo Rally, set to take place on 29 and 30 August in Mpumalanga province. This event, proudly sponsored by TGRSA, will see a change in the driving lineup for the weekend. Team Manager Guy…

Aug 21, 2025 Motorsport

Cultural shock or growing pains?

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur has offered an insight into Lewis Hamilton’s challenging first season in red, attributing the seven-time world champion’s struggles to the “huge cultural differences” between Mercedes and Ferrari. After 12 years embedded in Mercedes’ uniquely-structured environment, Hamilton’s move to Maranello has evidently demanded major…

Aug 18, 2025 Motorsport

Tricky Ingco Parys 400 produced new winners after see-saw race with Blignaut Brothers winning their first race of the 2025 SA Rally-Raid season

A fast, but tricky Ingco Parys 400, the second round of the SA Rally-Raid Championship that took place on Friday, 15 August on the outskirts of Parys in the Free State, produced new race winners this season with the Blignaut brothers, Fouché and Bertus (#TeamHilux Rally-Raid Toyota DKR Hilux T1+) emerging as the overall victors after an action-packed race day that included a short qualifying…

Aug 18, 2025 Motorsport

First SA Rally-Raid victory for young Saood Variawa who claimed Ingco Vaal 400 honours with French navigator, Francois Cazalet

One would have thought that it could not be more of a see-saw event than the previous day, but the Ingco Vaal 400, the third round of the SA Rally-Raid Championship that followed the day after the second round (the Ingco Parys 400 on Friday, 15 August) produced its fair share of action that included lots of drama, disappointment, plus glory and maiden victories. After finishing just off the…

Aug 18, 2025 Motorsport

Three NWM Ford Evos in the Top 10 as South African Rally Raid Championship Heats Up

The Castrol NWM Ford Team rose to the occasion at the Ingco Parys 400 and Ingco Vaal 400, the double-header of the 2025 South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC), held on 15-16 August in the Free State. Despite facing tough challenges along the way, the championship leaders, Gareth Woolridge and Boyd Dreyer, staged a strong comeback which earned them a hard-fought second place while adding…

Aug 13, 2025 Motorsport

TGRSA gears up for high-stakes double-header at Parys

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) is braced for two days of flat-out rally-raid action as the South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC) heads to Parys in the Free State for a season-defining double-header. The Ingco Parys 400 (Round 2) and Ingco Vaal 400 (Round 3) take place on 15–16 August, serving up nearly 800 kilometres of competitive racing and two full sets of championship points…

Aug 12, 2025 Motorsport

Ladies first at historic Zwartkops

Ladies race leads the way at entertaining meeting Huge grids of cars in most of the ten categories racing on the day, splendid late winter sunshine and something a little bit different made for the perfect way to celebrate Woman’s Day at Zwartkops Raceway’s Historic and Inland Tour on Saturday. The regular Historics-rich Inland Tour action would entertain as always, but it was the PABAR Pink…

Aug 12, 2025 Motorsport

Castrol Neil Woolridge Motorsport (NWM) Ford Team Target Further Success at Ingco Parys & Vaal 400 After Dominant Season Start

Following a spectacular opening round, the Castrol NWM Ford Team is poised to continue its formidable performance at the upcoming Ingco Parys 400 and Ingco Vaal 400, rounds two and three of the 2025 South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC). Scheduled for 15-16 August 2025 in the challenging Free State terrain, the team aims to build on their exceptional early lead in the championship…

Aug 07, 2025 Motorsport

Zwartkops set for an historic Woman's Day

Always a fan favourite, the ladies add extra sparkle With thirteen categories featuring over two-hundred entries poised to take to the track and an all-girls race to top it off, Zwartkops Raceway is the place to be for its second Historic and Inland Tour meeting of the season on Woman’s Day Saturday 9 August. This Historics-rich meeting features all the regular Tour fixtures, as well as the PABAR…

Aug 07, 2025 Motorsport

Bridgestone dominates Suzuka 8 Hours: Top 8 finishes on Bridgestone tyres

In one of the most demanding and iconic events in motorcycle endurance racing, Bridgestone tyres proved once again why they are the premier choice for performance, consistency and endurance. At the legendary Suzuka 8 Hours, all of the top 8 finishing teams crossed the line on Bridgestone tyres. All Eyes on Suzuka: A Race Like No Other The Suzuka 8 Hours is a cornerstone of the FIM Endurance World…

Aug 07, 2025 Motorsport

The summer break – time to reflect on the evolving fortunes of F1 teams

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux As Formula One heads into its traditional summer break, teams are taking stock of their performances over the first half of the season. While McLaren continues to comfortably lead both the drivers’ and constructors’ championships, and Mercedes, Ferrari and Red Bull fight to stay in touch, another intriguing story is emerging just behind them: the apparent resurgence…

Aug 05, 2025 Motorsport

Perfect five-star finish at home for Toyota Gazoo Racing

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team is celebrating a perfect result on home roads at Rally Finland after local hero Kalle Rovanperä led a historic top five lockout for the GR YARIS Rally1. Rovanperä and co-driver Jonne Halttunen secured a long-awaited first win on their home event with a superb attacking drive, one year on from the heartbreak of crashing out of the lead on the penultimate stage…

Jul 29, 2025 Motorsport

Rico Barlow Racing weathers the perfect storm to claim Four Hours of Kyalami honours

RACE REPORT: SA Endurance Championship Connected by Vodacom 4U: Rd Four Nick Adcock, Michael Jensen and Charl Michael Visser powered their Adjust for Sleep/Rico Barlow Racing Nova Proto NP02 to a 12.6 second victory in the fourth round of the SA Endurance Championship Connected by Vodacom 4U. The Four Hours of Kyalami produced a thrilling fight between Xolile Letlaka, Stuart White and Axcil…

Jul 29, 2025 Motorsport

Algoa Rally: cowboys don't cry

Van Wyk & Swartz take control on Dunlop in Gqeberha It seemed like the old days when a mix of some thrilling new top class entries and a strong local and Cape contingent saw no less than 44 crews come under starter’s orders for the third round of the South African National Rally Championship run on Dunlop Tyres in Gqeberha on Friday. With two days of rallying leading into round 4 on Saturday,…

Jul 29, 2025 Motorsport

Tough Algoa Rally tests TGRSA’s resolve

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) endured a challenging weekend at the 2025 Algoa Rally, held in and around Uitenhage and the Longmore Forest on 26 and 27 July. The event formed Rounds 3 and 4 of the South African National Rally Championship (SANRC), with the team fielding their Toyota Starlet in the hands of Mandla Mdakane and returning co-driver Simon Vacy-Lyle. Friday’s opening leg…

Jul 29, 2025 Motorsport

Jaguar TCS Racing secures second place in the Drivers’, Teams’ and Manufacturers’ FIA ABB Formula E World Championships following a dominant win from Nick Cassidy

Jaguar TCS Racing made it two wins from two on home soil, and took its fourth victory in a row, as Nick Cassidy led from start to finish in his last race for the team in the 2024/25 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship season finale in London. Cassidy took his third win in as many races to snatch second place in the Drivers’ World Championship in the final round of the campaign, with his victory…

Jul 25, 2025 Motorsport

Official Time Attack returns to Killarney

Killarney Raceway is pleased to announce the return of the Time Attack powered by MasterDrive on Saturday 20 September. It is Cape Town's exclusive official Time Attack event, delivering heart-stopping motorsport action. The non-championship social event welcomes an impressive array of vehicles to the 1.9km course. From drivers of street cars, historic vehicles, modified race cars, single…

Jul 25, 2025 Motorsport

TGRSA ready for tough test at Algoa Rally

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) is set to continue its 2025 South African National Rally Championship (NRC) campaign this weekend, as the championship moves to the Eastern Cape for the highly anticipated Algoa Rally. The event will be based at the VW Autopavilion in Uitenhage and will feature Rounds 3 and 4 of the season. TGRSA’s Toyota Starlet will again be piloted by Mandla Mdakane,…

Jul 25, 2025 Motorsport

Jaguar TCS Racing focuses on success in London season-finale as it bids farewell to both James Barclay and Nick Cassidy

Jaguar TCS Racing heads into the season-finale weekend of the 2024/2025 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship determined to end on a high following a win each for drivers Mitch Evans and Nick Cassidy in Berlin last time out. The Kiwi duo is now on two victories apiece for Formula E Season 11, with Jaguar TCS Racing still the only team with both drivers to win a race in this campaign. For Cassidy…

Jul 24, 2025 Motorsport

SA Endurance Four-Hours of Kyalami promises to be a battle royale

Preview: SA Endurance Series connected by Vodacom 4U - Round 4 Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit – 25 and 26 July 2025 The hotly contested South African Endurance Championship Connected by Vodacom 4U is set to blow away the winter chill when battle resumes at the iconic Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit on 25 and 26 July, the first of three Gauteng-based events. Race fans can look forward to an action-packed…

Jul 24, 2025 Motorsport

Mega support class entry for SA Endurance Four-Hours of Kyalami

Preview: Support Races: SA Endurance Series connected by Vodacom 4U - Round 4 Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit – 25 and 26 July 2025 The Southern African Endurance Series Connected by Vodacom 4U has lined up a plethora of varied racing machinery for the support programme that will keep race fans on the edge of their seats when the championship descends on Kyalami this weekend. There are three races…

Jul 24, 2025 Motorsport

Storm clouds and a Sprint weekend: Spa is set to test the best

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux The Formula One circus rolls into the second half of the 2025 season with a stop at one of its most iconic venues: Spa-Francorchamps, home of the Belgian Grand Prix. Nestled in the Ardennes forest, Spa is famous for its sweeping corners, high-speed straights, and – crucially – its wildly unpredictable weather. Rain is once again in the forecast, and that could throw…

Jul 23, 2025 Motorsport

Sensational Solberg debut secures 100th WRC triumph for Toyota

Oliver Solberg has secured a sensational victory on debut for TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team at Rally Estonia, claiming both his first win as well as the 100th for TOYOTA in the history of the FIA World Rally Championship. As part of TGR’s commitment to provide a path for young talent to reach rallying’s top level, Solberg was handed the opportunity to step up for the high-speed gravel…

Jul 22, 2025 Motorsport

Comeback kid Liebenberg wins on Polo Cup return

Former champion Bradly Liebenberg made a triumphant return to the Astron Energy Polo Cup when he won the only race at a dramatic Extreme Festival powered by Coca Cola off pole position on Saturday. It was also a good day for championship leader Mo Karodia, who consolidated his advantage with second from VW Rookie Judd Bertholdt. He bounced back to third on a day he will not soon forget. Astron…

Jul 22, 2025 Motorsport

Mogotsi bounces back with an East London double

Volkswagen Motorsport bounced back from a week to forget as Jonathan Mogotsi scored a memorable double victory at the iconic East London Grand Prix Circuit on Saturday. \ Volkswagen Motorsport SATC SupaCup teammate Jason Loosemore enjoyed another positive weekend, while team Rookie Judd Bertholdt showed great determination to deliver a great third place in the Astron Energy Polo Cup race he at a…

Jul 22, 2025 Motorsport

Van Rooyen victorious for TGRSA in East London

Round 5 of the 2025 South African Touring Car Championship (SATC) and SupaCup season unfolded this past weekend at the legendary East London Grand Prix Circuit in the Eastern Cape. The circuit is famous for its flat-out sweepers — Potter’s Pass and Rifle Bend — and its high-speed nature is tempered by a technical infield that includes part of a public road section along the main straight. This…

Jul 22, 2025 Motorsport

One-race GR Cup thriller in East London for round 5

The fifth round of the 2025 GR Cup, part of Toyota South Africa’s popular one-make racing series, unfolded at the legendary East London Grand Prix Circuit this past weekend. With its combination of sweeping high-speed corners—like Potter’s Pass and Rifle Bend—and the technical, abrasive infield section known as “the Complex,” the Eastern Cape circuit proved a true test of commitment and…

Jul 21, 2025 Motorsport

Hyundai Motorsport is Celebrating its Third Double Podium of the Year at Rally Estonia

Hyundai Shell Mobis World Rally Team’s Ott Tänak and Martin Järveoja and Thierry Neuville and Martijn Wydaeghe have excelled in Estonia to secure another double podium finish for the team at the notoriously demanding Rally Estonia, the third of the 2025 FIA World Rally Championship season for the Korean manufacturer. 3 Team-mates Adrien Fourmaux and Alexandre Coria’s consistency saw them fend off…

Jul 17, 2025 Motorsport

Craig Czank and the defining attributes of the Simola Hillclimb: spirit, camaraderie, atmosphere and great rivalries

Motorsport is typically a highly competitive environment where pushing the limits and gaining any advantage over your rivals is all that matters. But there are some events where that is only one part of the story, and the spirit, camaraderie and atmosphere count just as much as times being set, or who makes it onto the podium. The annual Simola Hillclimb is one such event, where the appeal goes…

Jul 17, 2025 Motorsport

Dynamic debut: Latest Defender Dakar D7X-R prototype presented at Goodwood Festival of Speed

The Defender Dakar D7X-R prototype made its global public debut on the iconic Goodwood Festival of Speed Hillclimb last weekend, in the midst of testing activity ahead of entry into the 2026 Dakar Rally and World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC). The rally car was showcased on the famous Hillclimb across all four days of the festival in addition to appearances in the Off-Road Arena with more…

Jul 15, 2025 Motorsport

Nick Cassidy charges through the field to secure back-to-back Berlin wins for Jaguar TCS racing

An incredible drive from Nick Cassidy saw the Jaguar TCS Racing #37 take victory in Round 14 of the 2024/25 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, despite starting from the tenth row of the grid. In a race where energy management and team strategy was critical, Cassidy and Jaguar TCS Racing delivered a masterclass to climb from 20th on the grid to take a remarkable victory - Cassidy’s ninth in…

Jul 15, 2025 Motorsport

GR Cup gears up for high-speed challenge at East London Grand Prix Circuit

The 2025 GR Cup heads to one of South Africa’s most iconic motorsport venues this weekend, as the East London Grand Prix Circuit plays host to Round 5 of the national series. Known for its high-speed layout, flowing corners and storied past, the Eastern Cape circuit promises a stern test for competitors across all three GR Cup categories. Set alongside the Indian Ocean, the circuit features a…

Jul 14, 2025 Motorsport

Team in title fights across SA Touring Cars field

Chemical Logistics Racing heads to the iconic East London Grand Prix Circuit’s Extreme Festival presented by Coca-Cola for the fifth of seven South African Touring Cars championship rounds on Saturday 19 July. With its five cars fighting battles throughout the field, the team is chasing best results to enhance those standings across the board. Touring Cars rookie and 2024 SATC SupaCup runner up…

Jul 14, 2025 Motorsport

Investchem MSA4 heads to the Grand Prix Circuit for round 2

The all-new Investchem MSA4 makes the trip to the spiritual home of South African single seater racing when it visits the spectacular East London Grand Prix Circuit at the Extreme Festival powered by Coca-Cola on Saturday 19 July. While the new series is only entering its second-ever round, East London has played host to top level single-seater racing since the first South African Grand Prix…

Jul 14, 2025 Motorsport

Can Karodia stave off Atkinson's Polo Cup charge?

The Astron Energy Polo Cup title chase was thrown on its head last time out at Zwartkops, leaving the championship wide open heading into the coming weekend’s East London Grand Prix Circuit Extreme Festival presented by Coca-Cola. Johannesburg driver Rory Atkinson absolutely dominated in Pretoria, while Mohammed Karodia retired from a heat to see Industry Petroleum lad Atkinson slash Fast 5…

Jul 14, 2025 Motorsport

East London set for an epic SA Touring Cars encounter

The South African Touring Cars and SupaCup head to the classic East London Grand Prix circuit for what promises to be an epic weekend of racing highlighted by tight championship chases as much as it will be by angst and perhaps even a slice of vengeance at the fifth round Extreme Festival powered by Coca-Cola, Saturday 19 July. The battle up front is between an experienced veteran and rapid…

Jul 14, 2025 Motorsport

TGRSA tackles superfast East London circuit in SATC round 5

This weekend, Round 5 of the 2025 South African Touring Car Championship (SATC) and SupaCup heads to the fearsome East London Grand Prix Circuit. Known for its sweeping high-speed corners like Potter's Pass and Rifle Bend, the layout also features a technically demanding complex with abrasive surfacing—posing a test of both driver precision and tyre endurance. TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa…

Jul 14, 2025 Motorsport

Hino already preparing for 2026 Dakar Rally

Hino Team Sugawara has made an early announcement confirming its entry in the 2026 Dakar Rally, which will be held in Saudia Arabia for the seventh time. The event will take place from January 3-17. Hino has a proud history for reliability in the Dakara Rally, having contested the past 34 Dakar Rallies, first in Africa, then in South America and now in Saudi Arabia. It has been an official…

Jul 10, 2025 Motorsport

British Grand Prix: A study in strategy, sentiment and the unpredictable

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Last Sunday’s British Grand Prix at Silverstone was far more than just a motor race. Amid the chaos caused by British summer weather, a sold-out crowd watched Lando Norris, a local hero to many, claim victory in a contest that blurred the lines between luck, judgement, and control. Norris’s win – his first on home soil – was both timely and symbolic. In a season…

Jul 08, 2025 Motorsport

African Open glory for TGRJA’s Coetzee

The Toyota Gazoo Racing Junior Academy (TGRJA) produced a strong showing at the 2025 Rotax African Open at Zwartkops Kart Raceway, with standout drives across DD2, Senior MAX, and Junior MAX. While the weekend saw mixed fortunes for some, it culminated in a dominant win by Jason Coetzee in DD2, earning him a coveted place at the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals (RMCGF) in Bahrain. DD2 Jason…

Jul 08, 2025 Motorsport

Germany is a great chance to score strongly for Jaguar TCS Racing

Jaguar TCS Racing heads to Berlin this weekend having previously enjoyed plenty of success in the German capital. Nick Cassidy took victory and a second place around the 2.47km Tempelhof Airport Street Circuit last season for Jaguar TCS Racing, adding to his Season 9 Berlin race one win for Jaguar customer team, Envision Racing. Jaguar TCS Racing #9 Mitch Evans also took Berlin victory in Season…

Jul 07, 2025 Motorsport

Jaguar TCS Racing confirms Jamie Chadwick and announces Leonardo Fornaroli for rookie driver test in Berlin

Jaguar TCS Racing has announced Jamie Chadwick and Leonardo Fornaroli as its driver pairing for the upcoming 2024/25 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship rookie test in Berlin, Germany. The official Formula E rookie test will be held on Monday 14 July after the Berlin E-Prix (12-13 July). Three-time W Series champion Chadwick has enjoyed a successful 2025 racing in sportscars. In addition to…

Jul 07, 2025 Motorsport

African Open crowns Rotax kart champions

Huge grids, epic racing as winners claim ‘Olympic’ seats The Rotax Max African karting Open delivered hot racing in fresh conditions as it crowned Africa’s 2025 karting champions at Zwartkops on Saturday 5 July. Winners, Jason Coetzee,, Muhammed Wally, Caleb Odendaal and Renaldo Koen, all took the opportunity to claim their seats on the South African team for the Rotax Max ‘Olympics of Karting’…

Jul 03, 2025 Motorsport

Maserati GT2, conquering the world. Now in other 20 championships globally

Maserati GT2 expands its scope of conquest. The racing super sports car – which has brought the Trident back to competing and winning in closed--wheel championships and is racking up wins in the GT2 European Series powered by Pirelli – is now eligible for a wide range of series on all five continents. The car is suitable to take part in championships around the world, thus expanding the choice…

Jul 01, 2025 Motorsport

Fighting spirit from TGRSA at 2025 NRC season opener

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) kicked off their 2025 South African National Rally Championship (NRC) campaign with a display of characteristic tenacity at the NTT Tzaneen National Rally, held in Limpopo on 27 and 28 June. The rally formed Rounds 1 and 2 of the season and featured twelve challenging gravel stages totalling 173 competitive kilometres. Mandla Mdakane returned to action in…

Jul 01, 2025 Motorsport

Maserati shines at Spa: Class victory and double podium placing in the GT2 European Series

In Race 1, Prette of LP Racing won the Am Cup category, whereas Calamia and Pampanini of Dinamic Motorsport came in as runners-up overall and in the Pro-Am class. In Race 2, Calamia and Pampanini mounted the podium once more, with third place overall and in the Pro-Am Cup Maserati achieved an outstanding overall result at the legendary Spa circuit, in round 3 of the 2025 GT2 European Series…

Jun 30, 2025 Motorsport

Variawa claims P2 as TGRSA opens 2025 SARRC campaign

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) kicked off its 2025 South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC) campaign this weekend with a determined performance at the Renault KEC 400, held at the Legends Adventure Farm near Bronkhorstspruit. The season opener featured changing conditions, technical terrain and tight competition, with TGRSA’s Saood Variawa and co-driver Francois Cazalet securing an…

Jun 30, 2025 Motorsport

Dunlop Championship excitement builds

Zwartkops had a most interesting affect on championship logs With Dunlop the tyre of choice at the National Extreme Festival presented by Coca-Cola, the Zwartkops Raceway’s midwinter fourth-round races served to inject a healthy dose of excitement to the various championship chases over the past weekend. “Looked at from a championship point of view in our various Dunlop-shod series, it may have…

Jun 30, 2025 Motorsport

Tzaneen Rally delivers double winners, drama

van Wyk, Habig share day wins. Dunlop returns in rallying style A dusty, tough and testing route and a rally of attrition with two crews battling all the way to share the days honours. What better way for Dunlop to return as the official tyre supplier to the National Championship at the thrilling season-opening NTT Tzaneen Rally over the weekend? In a dramatic couple of days, the Swazi Cowboy…

Jun 30, 2025 Motorsport

Old man Wayne shows ATE VW kids how it's done

The ATE VW Challenge delivered another compelling display of racing at the Red Star Raceway’s Northern Regions Extreme Festival over the weekend. Wayne Masters bounced back from a qualifying issue to take a double victory over his young Class A rivals. Stuart Mack continued unbeaten in Class B, and Bryce Pillay fought off two separate rivals en route to his Class C double. Young gun Jayden Goosen…

Jun 30, 2025 Motorsport

Hyundai Motorsport is Celebrating its First Victory and Second Double Podium of the Year

Hyundai Shell Mobis World Rally Team’s Ott Tänak and Martin Järveoja have claimed their long-awaited first victory of the 2025 FIA World Rally Championship season in spectacular fashion at Acropolis Rally. Team-mates Adrien Fourmaux and Alexandre Coria confirmed a well-earned third place to bring home the team’s second double podium of the year so far. Sunday’s itinerary forced crews into…

Jun 30, 2025 Motorsport

Castrol NWM Ford Team Secure Dominant Victory and Strong Finishes at Bronkhorstspruit

The Castrol NWM Ford Team kicked off the 2025 South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC) season with a dream start, delivering a dominant performance at the Bronkhorstspruit opener. Backed by title sponsor Castrol, the team showcased the advanced capabilities and reliability of their NWM Evo Plus against fierce competition. The formidable three-car lineup demonstrated outstanding speed and…

Jun 27, 2025 Motorsport

Maserati MCXtrema revives MC12 legend at CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa

The MCXtrema celebrates the 20th anniversary of the MC12's first victory at the 24 Hours of Spa. Another crucial step towards Maserati's centenary in racing. The triumphant arrival of Maserati at the CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa 2025. The beginning of the week leading up to round 3 of the GT2 European Series by Pirelli is in the name of the Trident, now marking another spectacular stage in the…

Jun 27, 2025 Motorsport

Dunlop tyre deal heralds change as season starts in Tzaneen

It’s the beginning of a new era as the 2025 South African Rally Championship finally kicks off in TRAC Tzaneen today, 27 June. The switch to Dunlop tyres is one of many changes sweeping through the local stage sport as the championship seeks to return to its halcyon glory in the days of Sarel van der Merwe and Jan Hettema, Serge Damseaux and Jannie Habig. “The arrival of Dunlop as the official…

Jun 26, 2025 Motorsport

TGRSA kicks off 2025 off-circuit season with double header in SARRC and NRC

With the 2025 South African National Circuit Championship already four rounds in, TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) is now preparing to launch its off-circuit campaign with a full weekend of racing in two different disciplines. The team will contest both the opening round of the South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC) and the National Rally Championship (NRC) this coming weekend,…

Jun 24, 2025 Motorsport

Abdool, Scott and Coetzee command the field at Zwartkops

Round 4 of the 2025 GR Cup unfolded at the iconic Zwartkops Raceway, west of Pretoria. The mid-winter weather delivered ideal conditions for a packed programme of single-make racing, and the GR Cup once again delivered tight battles and standout performances. With the GR Cup Media Challenge, GR Cup Dealer Challenge, and GR86 Development Academy sharing the circuit, the weekend offered fans…

Jun 24, 2025 Motorsport

Tait, Moore share Zwartkops Volkswagen Rookie Cup honours

The Volkswagen Rookie Cup continued to thrill race fans as first season star Christopher Tait and Josh Moore once again split the wins in one of the most competitive outings of the season at Zwartkops Racetrack on Saturday. Racing began with fierce determination when previous round winners, VW Challenge Brat Pack Class C champion Tait put his Sportex-backed Volkswagen Polo Vivo GT onto pole…

Jun 24, 2025 Motorsport

Atkinson turns Astron Energy Polo Cup on its head

Gauteng driver Rory Atkinson dominated the Astron Energy Polo Cup at Zwartkop Raceway, winning all three races from pole with the fastest lap in each at the midseason Extreme Festival. That, combined with runaway log leader Mo Karodia capitulating in the final heat, sees Atkinson jump up to second in the chase just a handful of points behind Karodia in the chase. Volkswagen Motorsport rookie Judd…

Jun 23, 2025 Motorsport

Top-five finish for Jaguar TCS Racing’s Nick Cassidy in an incident-packed Jakarta E-Prix

Jaguar TCS Racing secured a top-five finish in Indonesia, with Nick Cassidy finishing Round 12 of the 2024/25 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship in fifth place. The Jaguar TCS Racing #37 was unfortunate not to finish higher up the order in the Jakarta E-Prix, with safety car and full course yellow periods during both Attack Mode deployments restricting the Kiwi’s progress up the order.…

Jun 23, 2025 Motorsport

TGRSA extends SATC championship lead with strong results at Zwartkops

Round 4 of the 2025 South African Touring Car Championship (SATC) and SupaCup season took place this past weekend at Zwartkops Raceway, near Pretoria. TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) once again fielded a full complement of three GR Corolla entries in the SATC championship, and the GR SupaStarlet in SupaCup. With sunny and mild conditions across both days, the team continued its…

Jun 23, 2025 Motorsport

Regional racing heads to Red Star Extreme Festival

The stubbled mielie fields of Delmas may well be lying in midwinter fallow, but that will certainly not detract the Regional Extreme Festival presented by Coca-Cola from rocking the Red Star Raceway, come Saturday 28 June. A full day of racing lies in wait and ready to warm the winter hearts of any Gauteng race fan. The program includes all the regular Northern Regions highlights including the…

Jun 23, 2025 Motorsport

Big team effort as VAPS Red-Lined T1 Cup kicks off

It’s taken a while, but Red-Lined Motorsport is ready and champing at the bit for albeit a very late season-opening South African Rally-Raid Championship opener at Bronkhorspruit on Friday 27 June and Saturday 28 June. The racing year started with a bang with the World Championship Safari Rally in May, but now the national events commence with no less than eight Red-Lined teams lining up, half of…

Jun 23, 2025 Motorsport

Star-studded entry list for the Renault KEC 400 the SA Rally-Raid Championship season opener

The entry list for The Renault KEC 400, the opening round of the SA Rally-Raid Championship that takes place on 27 and 28 June from Legends Adventure Farm Rhino Park between Pretoria and Bronkhorstspruit, brims with the names of teams that will no doubt produce high octane racing from start to finish. With the season starting a few months later than usual, an action-packed second half of the year…

Jun 19, 2025 Motorsport

Mercedes shines in Canada

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux The Canadian Grand Prix turned out to be a dream weekend for Mercedes, with George Russell delivering a commanding drive to claim victory and young rookie Kimi Antonelli securing his first-ever Formula One podium. It was a result that not only lifted team morale but also suggested that Mercedes may finally be on the right path after a challenging start to the season.…

Jun 19, 2025 Motorsport

Tight battles and clear leaders as GR Cup action moves to Zwartkops for Round 4

Round 4 of the 2025 GR Cup is set to unfold this weekend (21 June) at the renowned Zwartkops Raceway, just outside Pretoria. As one of the most technically demanding circuits on the calendar, Zwartkops always delivers close, high-speed racing — and with championship momentum building across all three GR Cup categories, the stage is perfectly set. Drivers in the GR Cup Media Challenge, GR Cup…

Jun 19, 2025 Motorsport

TGRSA heads to Zwartkops for round 4 of 2025 SATC and SupaCup season

Round 4 of the 2025 South African Touring Car Championship (SATC) and SupaCup season takes place this weekend at the legendary Zwartkops Raceway near Pretoria. With the championship entering its midpoint, TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) will once again field three GR Corolla entries in the SATC championship, alongside the ever-competitive SupaStarlet in the SupaCup championship. The team…

Jun 18, 2025 Motorsport

Heat, hills and hard racing: TGRJA delivers grit and growth

The Toyota Gazoo Racing Junior Academy (TGRJA) showcased its resilience and racecraft at iDube Raceway this past weekend, battling the undulating terrain and technical challenge of the KZN circuit for Round 3 of the 2025 South African Rotax MAX Challenge (SARMC). With national titles and Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals (RMCGF) tickets edging closer, every driver in the academy brought their…

Jun 11, 2025 Motorsport

Into Africa Racing snatches victory from the jaws of defeat

SOUTHERN AFRICAN ENDURANCE SERIES CONNECTED BY VODACOM 4U RACE REPORT SA ENDURANCE SIX-HOURS OF KILLARNEY THRILLER Round Three: SA Endurance National Championship, Killarney International Raceway, 7th June The third round of the SA Endurance Championship connected by Vodacom 4U delivered a nail-biting finish in an electrifying battle packed with drama from the very first lap until the final…

Jun 11, 2025 Motorsport

Monsoon conditions test drivers and riders to the limit at Killarney Raceway

Round Three: SA Endurance National Championship, Killarney International Raceway, 7th June SOUTHERN AFRICAN ENDURANCE SERIES CONNECTED BY VODACOM 4U RACE REPORT SUPPORT RACES A full house of SA Endurance support races for the Porsche-based GT Cup SA, Sports & GT cars and MRSSA Motorcycles kept the hardy spectators who braved the Cape rains entertained ahead of the Six Hours of Killarney feature…

Jun 09, 2025 Motorsport

TGRJA’s future stars ready to shine on Idube’s slopes

The 2025 South African Rotax MAX Challenge (SARMC) enters a critical stage as the championship heads to KwaZulu-Natal for Round 3, the penultimate stop in the national title fight. For the first time this season, the iDube Raceway will host the country's best Rotax competitors, marking a long-awaited return to the undulating and unforgiving short circuit just outside of Pietermaritzburg after its…

Jun 09, 2025 Motorsport

Ogier and TOYOTA GAZOO Racing clinch dramatic Sardinia triumph

Sébastien Ogier and TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team have secured victory at Rally Italia Sardegna after a close battle until the very last stage. This year’s edition of the Italian island event lived up to its reputation, with ambient temperatures exceeding 30 degrees centigrade combining with rough and rocky roads to test the drivers, their cars and their tyres to the limit. TGR-WRT faced a…

Jun 09, 2025 Motorsport

Hyundai Shell Mobis World Rally Team’s Ott Tänak and Martin Järveoja finish second overall at Rally Italia Sardegna

Hyundai Shell Mobis World Rally Team’s Ott Tänak and Martin Järveoja have taken their third podium of the 2025 FIA World Rally Championship season at Rally Italia Sardegna, where the crew finished second overall. Sunday’s itinerary featured brand-new stages to bring a gruelling edition of Rally Italia Sardegna to its conclusion: San Giacomo-Plebi (SS13/15, 25.19km) and Porto San Paolo (SS14/16,…

Jun 05, 2025 Motorsport

Unfortunate strategy lesson from the Spanish GP

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Formula One teams rely heavily on strategy – not only on performance and speed – to win races. Nowhere was this more evident than at last weekend’s Spanish Grand Prix, where a strategy failure lead to Max Verstappen's late-race pit-stop which, in turn, resulted in frustration, anger and significant penalties. With only a handful of racing laps remaining, Red Bull…

Jun 03, 2025 Motorsport

The Southern African Endurance Series Connected by Vodacom 4U Returns to Cape Town for the Six-Hours of Killarney: A Celebration of Motorsport Excellence

The Southern African Endurance Series (SAES) is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated return of the Six-Hours of Killarney race in Cape Town on the 7th of June 2025, after a two-year hiatus. Set against the iconic backdrop of Table Mountain at the historic Killarney International Raceway, this event promises high-octane action, family-friendly entertainment, and a celebration of South African…

Jun 03, 2025 Motorsport

Huge field of support race cars and motorcycles set to entertain race fans at SAES Six Hours of Killarney

Round 3: Killarney Raceway, Cape Town, 7th June 2025 Western Cape race fans are in for a treat when the Southern African Endurance Series connected by Vodacom rolls into Killarney Raceway with a sixty-seven strong entry for the SAES Support Races which will keep fans entertained throughout the weekend. Three races for the all-Porsche GT Cup SA are scheduled, along with a trio of races for the SA…

Jun 02, 2025 Motorsport

Hennie’s Vryburg voyage of discovery

TreasuryONE racing ready for a test of strength TreasuryONE Motorsport returns to the Off Road North Cross Country Championship fray on something of a voyage of discovery at the Vryburg 300 in the Northwest Province on Saturday 7 June. Driver Hennie de Klerk was injured in a race accident late last year, but he’s now recovered and ready to race, the TreasuryONE Hilux is fresh off a complete…

Jun 02, 2025 Motorsport

Nick Cassidy, Jaguar TCS Racing driver #37, wins Round 11 of the 2024/25 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship in Shanghai

Nick Cassidy was peerless in Round 11 of the 2024/25 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship in Shanghai, taking both pole position and the race win. After severe wet weather conditions forced a race start behind the safety car following a 90-minute delay, Cassidy’s pace in the Jaguar I-TYPE 7 #37 when racing began properly on lap eight – backed up by perfect team strategy – meant he was never…

May 30, 2025 Motorsport

Hyundai Motorsport Preview: Round 6 – Rally Italia Sardegna

Hyundai Shell Mobis World Rally Team is in pursuit of a win as it returns to one of its most successful events, Rally Italia Sardegna (June 5-8), the sixth round of the 2025 FIA World Rally Championship (WRC). Sardinia plays host to one of the sport's most exciting spectacles, with fans lining the rough gravel roads across the Italian island. The terrain poses myriad risks that can end crews’…

May 30, 2025 Motorsport

2025 NTT Tzaneen Rally Roars Back to Life in June

After a challenging start to the year, the highly anticipated NTT Tzaneen Rally is set to rev up on June 27-28. The event, a staple in the South African National Rally Championship, was initially postponed in May due to unprecedented rainfall, which made the stages too wet to proceed. This follows last year's cancellation due to extreme veld fires that posed a significant fire risk to the…

May 26, 2025 Motorsport

Brilliant racing, record grids at Zwartkops, Killarney

South African Rotax Max Challenge karting was on double duty once again with regional action in both Gauteng and the Cape on Saturday. Zwartkops hosted third round Gauteng Northern Regions championship races in Pretoria, while the fourth round of the Western Province championships went down at Killarney in Cape Town. It was a day of dominance in DD2, where KC Ensor-Smith trumped his upcountry…

May 26, 2025 Motorsport

TGRSA crews complete South African Safari Rally with strong final push

The 2025 South African Safari Rally, brought to you by TOYOTA GAZOO Racing, concluded with a demanding fifth stage, wrapping up six days of racing (including the Prologue) through some of the country’s most punishing terrain. TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) crews Guy Botterill and Dennis Murphy; and Saood Variawa and Francois Cazalet capped the event with determined performances on the…

May 23, 2025 Motorsport

Dunlop regional racing titles all shaken up

Big changes after Zwartkops Regional Extreme Festival action New leaders and championship shake-ups were the order of the day in the various Dunlop-shod Gauteng Northern Regions Extreme Festival presented by Coca-Cola championships, following action-packed third round races at Zwartkops on Saturday. “We’re enjoying a great regional racing season and all Zwartkops did over the past weekend, was to…

May 23, 2025 Motorsport

Dacia Sandriders take charge in cars, Sanders extends lead in bikes after Stage 3

Riders and crews endured a freezing night and icy morning at their remote bushveld bivouac yesterday, before starting Stage 3 – the second part of the tough marathon stage of the South African Safari Rally, brought to you by Toyota Gazoo Racing. With the marathon stage bivouac located at more than 1000 m of elevation and South Africa at the start of its winter season, the World Rally-Raid…

May 23, 2025 Motorsport

TGRSA crews battle hard as marathon stage wraps up at South African Safari Rally

Stage 3 of the 2025 South African Safari Rally, brought to you by TOYOTA GAZOO Racing, saw the Marathon Stage come to a close, as crews returned to the rally headquarters at Sun City following two days of intense rally-raid racing without technical assistance. For TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA), the day presented another demanding test of navigation and endurance, with both crews…

May 22, 2025 Motorsport

Double podium for TGRSA crews on marathon opener at South African Safari Rally

Stage 2 of the 2025 South African Safari Rally brought a major uplift in form for TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA), as both GR Hilux EVO crews delivered exceptional performances in the opening leg of the Marathon Stage. Guy Botterill and Dennis Murphy (#211) claimed a commanding stage win, while teammates Saood Variawa and Francois Cazalet (#212) followed closely behind in second place —…

May 22, 2025 Motorsport

2025 Monaco Grand Prix: All eyes on Saturday

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Overtaking in Monaco is notoriously difficult, which means the weekend’s most critical moments may arrive long before this Sunday’s chequered flag. The real drama could peak in qualifying on Saturday, where every millisecond matters and track position is king. The fight for the front row promises to be intense - will it be a McLaren, Mercedes, Red Bull or Ferrari on…

May 21, 2025 Motorsport

Tough start for TGRSA crews at South African Safari Rally opener

Stage 1 of the 2025 South African Safari Rally - brought to you by TOYOTA GAZOO Racing - delivered a demanding test for TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA), with both of the team’s GR Hilux EVO crews encountering challenges during the 557-kilometre route around Sun City, in South Africa’s North West Province. The day followed a strong showing in the 9-kilometre TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Prologue…

May 20, 2025 Motorsport

Maserati triumphs at Zandvoort: two overall victories and a GT2 European Series weekend to remember

Emotions, adrenaline and triumphs: in the second race-weekend of the 2025 GT2 European Series Powered by Pirelli season, Maserati was the star of the show on the legendary Dutch track at Zandvoort, with the Maserati GT2s taking overall and class victories. In Race 1, starting from pole position, the number 1 car from the LP Racing team – driven by Philippe Prette - saw the reigning Am Class…

May 19, 2025 Motorsport

Dunlop salutes Aldo Scibante winners

Intriguing developments in national championship chases. As it always is, Dunlop was the tyre of choice at the Aldo Scribante Extreme Festival presented by Coca-Cola at Nelson Mandela Bay over the past weekend. All of which brought some interesting changes to the various national racing championships. “The chase remains on in the South African Touring Cars championship, while we have two drivers…

May 19, 2025 Motorsport

First-ever W2RC South African Safari Rally primed for action!

After months of demanding preparation and intense logistics, the world's best rally-raid teams are on-site in Sun City, South Africa, having completed three busy days of build-up and pre-event testing before the start of Round 3 of the World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC). With its proud off-road racing legacy, having produced several Dakar winners and hosted the last phase of the 1992 Dakar,…

May 19, 2025 Motorsport

A marathon weekend at Rally de Portugal

The fifth round of the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) season, concluded with Hyundai Motorsport's Ott Tänak and Martin Järveoja securing a redemptive second place after a brilliant weekend drive. The lengthy 24-stage round came to an end on Sunday with six final tests: crews faced two loops of Paredes (SS19/22, 16.09km), Felgueiras (SS20/23, 8.81km) and the iconic Fafe (SS21/24, 11.18km) with…

May 19, 2025 Motorsport

Toyota Gazoo Racing South Africa primed for home round at South African Safari Rally

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) will return to international competition next week as the team takes on Round 3 of the 2025 World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC): the South African Safari Rally, which is brought to you by TOYOTA GAZOO Racing, and is based at Sun City in South Africa’s North West Province. The event marks the first African round of the 2025 W2RC season, and also the first…

May 13, 2025 Motorsport

TGRSA shines in the Eastern Cape as SATC heads to Aldo Scribante

Round 3 of the 2025 South African Touring Car Championship (SATC) took place this past weekend at the tight and twisty Aldo Scribante Circuit in Gqeberha, with TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) delivering a composed and competitive showing across both categories. The team again fielded three GR Corollas in the SATC class and the lone SupaStarlet in SupaCup, all under warm, mild conditions…

May 13, 2025 Motorsport

TotalEnergies 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps: Disappointing but Encouraging for Team Peugeot TotalEnergies

Both PEUGEOT 9X8s, having qualified in the top 10, swapped positions during the first hour of the race after intense on-track battles and skillful driving by Paul di Resta (#93) and Loïc Duval (#94) in traffic. The Team TotalEnergies strategists took advantage of a Virtual Safety Car (VSC) to bring forward the second pit stop, fitting two new medium tires on the #93 and four on the #94. With…

May 12, 2025 Motorsport

W2RC heads to the heart of Africa for landmark round in South Africa

With its rich history in rally-raid development and competitive success, South Africa will soon be hosting the world championship it helped shape, and the entry list for the first World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC) event to be held in Southern Africa reflects the occasion. The South African Safari Rally, brought to you by Toyota Gazoo Racing, forms Round 3 of this year’s W2RC calendar, and…

May 12, 2025 Motorsport

Zwartkops set for thrilling ATE VW Challenge

It’s set to be a battle of the generations, wits, and talents when the ATE Brakes VW Challenge returns to action at Zwartkops Raceway’s Regional Extreme Festival presented by Coca-Cola on Saturday 17 May. Class B man Stuart Mack may be leading the championship chase from Class C duo Adriaan de Beer and Mitch Coetzee, but the big needle match is between fourth and fifth drivers, Class A entries…

May 12, 2025 Motorsport

Rookie Judd Bertholdt the star of the show in Astron Energy Polo Cup

Volkswagen Motorsport enjoyed a positive outing at its home race at Aldo Scribante Racetrack, just down the road from Volkswagen Plant Kariega on Saturday. Volkswagen Rookie Cup champion Judd Bertholdt took a second Astron Energy Polo Cup pole position in two races, led the race and ended second en route to third for the day. SATC SupaCup Champion Jonathan Mogotsi scored two podiums to remain in…

May 08, 2025 Motorsport

GR Cup gears up for round 3 at Gqeberha's Aldo Scribante Circuit

The third round of the 2025 GR Cup, Toyota South Africa’s premier one-make racing series, is set to take place at the Aldo Scribante Circuit in Gqeberha on Saturday, 10 May. This marks the Eastern Cape’s turn to host the high-intensity series, with Friday reserved for practice and setup, followed by Qualifying and two heats of racing on Saturday. The big news ahead of Round 3 is the arrival of…

May 08, 2025 Motorsport

Doohan, Oakes out at Alpine

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Jack Doohan’s tough start to his Formula One career continued after the Australian crashed out of last weekend’s Miami Grand Prix on the opening lap. The controversial accident with Racing Bull’s Liam Lawson immediately sparked rumours that Doohan would be replaced at the Alpine F1 team within days. Yesterday, these rumours became fact as the team officially…

May 07, 2025 Motorsport

Neil Woolridge Motorsport unveils all-new, competitor-rivalling NWM Evo Plus

Neil Woolridge Motorsport (NWM) today unveiled its all-new NWM Evo Plus, to compete in the premier FIA Ultimate class of rally-raid around the world. Using its close to 30 years of competition and design experience in the rally-raid world, coupled with cutting-edge technology and a fresh new look, NWM is pleased to bring its new vehicle to the market, for sale and rental worldwide. Technological…

May 07, 2025 Motorsport

Defender completes first Rally-Raid prototype test and signs Dakar Rally legend

Original British adventure brand Defender has accelerated its preparations for entering the World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC) by completing prototype test activity in Morocco with the Defender Dakar D7X-R, in addition to signing two stellar drivers. Fourteen-time Dakar Rally winner Stéphane Peterhansel will join the Defender Rally team for the ultimate epic adventure, alongside emerging talent…

May 06, 2025 Motorsport

Podium in the Principality for Nick Cassidy and Jaguar TCS Racing after a superb recovery drive in Monaco

Nick Cassidy and Jaguar TCS Racing returned to the podium in stunning style, climbing up from fourteenth on the grid to third in the second E-Prix of what was an historic Monaco double-header weekend. It was a masterful recovery drive from the Kiwi, who expertly negotiated the tricky conditions, as well as a brief safety car period, to move up the order from the seventh row and claim a…

Apr 30, 2025 Motorsport

Toyota Gazoo Racing Junior Academy shines at midway point of national Rotax campaign

The Toyota Gazoo Racing Junior Academy (TGRJA) continued to impress as the 2025 MSA South African Rotax MAX Challenge (SARMC) reached its halfway mark at Vereeniging Kart Circuit this past weekend. With national titles and Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals (RMCGF) tickets up for grabs, the team's talented lineup once again delivered strong results across the classes. Coetzee Extends DD2…

Apr 25, 2025 Motorsport

Castrol, NWM, Ford and bp Join Forces for 2025 South African Rally-Raid Championship

The highly anticipated 2025 South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC) is set to deliver a mighty battle for glory in what is renowned as one of the most competitive series of its kind in the world. It will also see three leading brands united once again as Castrol returns as the title sponsor of the Neil Woolridge Motorsport (NWM) rally-raid team, in partnership with Ford Motor Company of…

Apr 23, 2025 Motorsport

Toyota Gazoo Racing Junior Academy eyes more glory at Rotax National round 2

The TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Junior Academy (TGRJA) returns to action this weekend as the 2025 MSA South African Rotax MAX Challenge (SARMC) continues with Round 2 at the Vereeniging Kart Circuit. After a dramatic and weather-affected season opener in Cape Town, the academy’s young stars are ready to turn up the heat on Gauteng soil. Now in its fourth year, the academy is fast becoming a national…

Apr 15, 2025 Motorsport

Spectacular weekend for Chemical Logistics Racing

Keegan, Jagger and Jason top South African Touring Cars Chemical Logistics Racing enjoyed a spectacular weekend of racing in the South African Touring Cars at Saturday’s Kyalami’s blockbuster Extreme Festival presented by Coca-Cola. BMW squad driver Keegan Campos led Volkswagen duo Jagger Robertson and Julian van der Watt to a team clean sweep. Debutant Campos arrived in South African Touring…

Apr 15, 2025 Motorsport

GR Cup heats up at Kyalami with standout performances in all three categories

Round 2 of the 2025 TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa GR Cup brought another thrilling instalment of action to the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit this past weekend. Under clear skies and with track conditions improving throughout the weekend, the country's top motoring journalists, Toyota dealer representatives, and emerging racing talent went head-to-head across two competitive heats. With the series…

Apr 14, 2025 Motorsport

Volkswagen’s Jonathan Mogotsi dominates at Kyalami

Volkswagen Motorsport’s Jonathan Mogotsi delivered a dominant performance to win the SATC SupaCup day at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit’s Blockbuster Extreme Festival by Coca-Cola on Saturday. Rookie Cup champion and Volkswagen Motorsport driver Judd Bertholdt meantime scored his maiden Astron Energy Polo Cup pole position in a sparkling effort on the day. “Jonathan Mogotsi was the star of the…

Apr 14, 2025 Motorsport

ABB FIA Formula E World Championship: R5, Miami, 12 April

Jaguar TCS Racing finished the Miami E-Prix outside of the points, after a difficult race that saw Nick Cassidy finish in P15 and Mitch Evans in P16. Nick and Mitch lined up in P13 and P14 respectively at the start the Miami E-Prix, held at the Homestead-Miami Speedway circuit. After staying out of trouble at the race start, both drivers were able to navigate their way through the field and into…

Apr 14, 2025 Motorsport

Tyler, Mo, Ethan, star in Kyalami Astron Energy Polo Cup

The Astron Energy Polo Cup delivered another day of multiple winners, thrills and drama at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit’s Blockbuster Extreme Festival presented by Coca-Cola on Saturday. Young lady racer Tyler Robinson stood up to deliver a spectacular performance with pole position and the opening race win. Title rivals, Mohammed Karodia then took the second race win, while Ethan Coetzee the…

Apr 10, 2025 Motorsport

GR Cup and SATC return to Kyalami for round 2 of the 2025 Extreme Festival

The iconic Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit will host the second round of the 2025 Extreme Festival this weekend, with TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) preparing for another thrilling display of high-performance action across multiple categories. The forecast for the weekend is mild and dry—ideal conditions for what is set to be a fast and competitive outing on one of the country’s most…

Apr 09, 2025 Motorsport

Xolile Letlaka and Stuart White win SA Endurance Five-Hours of Aldo Scribante

The second round of the Southern African Endurance Series connected by Vodacom 4U was an unpredictable three-way thriller from lights out until the chequered flag fell at 21h00 after five hours of spectacular racing at the 2.5km Aldo Scribante Raceway in Gqeberha. Through all the drama that unfolded, Xolile Letlaka and Stuart White powered their Into Africa Lamborghini Huracan GT3 Evo to an…

Apr 09, 2025 Motorsport

SA Endurance support races deliver action-packed spectacle

The Southern African National Endurance Series connected by Vodacom 4U delivered seven action-packed two and four-wheel races for the large crowd in attendance at the Aldo Scribante Raceway in Gqeberha on Saturday. In another first for SAES, the opening SA GT Cup – Sports and GT race was held after sunset marking the first night race for the category. GT Cup SA – Sports and GT: Damian Hammond won…

Apr 07, 2025 Motorsport

Second round South African Championships at Blockbuster Festival

The 2024 South African National Championship Extreme Festival presented by Coca-Cola moves on to its second appointment at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit 12 April Blockbuster weekend. With a full complement of National car racing classes backed by top Gauteng Regional Festival races, fans are in for a huge treat at the iconic Johannesburg racetrack. Focussing on the National action, perhaps the…

Apr 04, 2025 Motorsport

Mighty single-seater King of the Hill battle on the cards for 15th Simola Hillclimb

The Single-Seater, Sports Car and Sports Prototype category at the Simola Hillclimb has the enviable status of being home to the fastest cars on the tight and twisty 1.9 km course – and rightly so, as these thoroughbred machines are specifically designed for agility, speed and racing at the absolute limit. They may not have the outrageous power and straight-line performance of the radical…

Mar 13, 2025 Motorsport

Lewis Hamilton debuts for Ferrari: A new era begins

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux One of the big stories for the upcoming season is Lewis Hamilton’s debut with Ferrari. Following a tough 2024 season with Mercedes, Hamilton has made the switch to “the red team,” looking to clinch that record-breaking eighth F1 World Drivers’ Championship title. He kicks off his journey at the Australian GP this weekend, and fans are buzzing with excitement to see…

Mar 11, 2025 Motorsport

Brooklyn Peltz Beckham impresses reigning Teams’ World Champions Jaguar TCS Racing in ‘Formula E Evo Sessions’

Brooklyn Peltz Beckham drove the GEN3 Evo specification Jaguar I-TYPE 7 – the world’s fastest accelerating single-seat race car – in the Formula E Evo Sessions at Miami International Autodrome on 5-6 March. Having completed two days of intense training in the UK with Jaguar TCS Racing – the reigning Formula E Teams’ World Champions – Brooklyn drove in two 20-minute sessions around the challenging…

Mar 11, 2025 Motorsport

2025 GR Cup season gets under way in the Mother City

The 2025 South African national circuit racing season got under way with Round 1 of the Extreme Festival, which was hosted by the Killarney International Raceway in the Mother City on 7 and 8 March. This was also the first outing for the 2025 GR Cup, consisting of the GR Cup Media Challenge, GR Cup Dealer Challenge, and GR86 Development Academy. Killarney is known as a short but challenging…

Feb 26, 2025 Motorsport

The return of V10 engines in F1?

By Graham Duxbury @TheRealDux Formula One’s Livery Launch at The O2 arena in London – featuring all 10 teams - clearly underlined the sport’s intention to appeal to a broader audience with an expertly presented “glitz-and-glamour” event. Ever since F1 permitted sponsor logos to adorn the cars (at the 1968 South African Grand Prix) the commercial aspect of the sport has been important. For F1 fans…

Feb 24, 2025 Motorsport

New classes, broader racing involvement for Dunlop

Dunlop Racing has even further extended its South African circuit racing involvement into 2025. The all new wings and slicks national MSA4 single seater championship, Formula Super Vee, national oval track racing and the Cape BMW Series will join Dunlop’s regular racing categories in a fuller, even more action packed 2025 season. “We’re delighted to welcome national oval track racing, Investchem…

Feb 24, 2025 Motorsport

New look, new rules and a new season starts Saturday

The Gauteng ATE Brakes VW Challenge is ready to roll with a new series sponsor, new technical regulations and back to the regular three class structure for the 2025 season opener at Zwartkops on Saturday 01 March. Following an interim season where Class A and Class X were split between normally aspirated and latest turbocharged 2-litre engines, both types will race together in a new equalised…

Feb 24, 2025 Motorsport

Edge-of-the seat support class racing at SA Endurance Samlin Racing Four-Hours of Zwartkops

RACE REPORT: SUPPORT CLASSES AT SAMLIN RACING FOUR-HOURS OF ZWARTKOPS 21 – 22 FEBRUARY The SA Endurance Samlin Racing Four Hours of Zwartkops got the new season off on a high note at Zwartkops Raceway, offering three GT Cup SA races, two Sports and GT events and a full house of Motorcycle Racing Series South Africa (MRSSA) to keep spectators and TV audiences entertained. GT Cup SA The maiden GT…

Feb 24, 2025 Motorsport

SA Rally-Raid Championship returns to Vryheid for the second year as PS Laser Vryheid 400 promises exciting opening of the 2025 season

The 2025 South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC) season will start on a high note when it returns to the Vryheid area in northern KwaZulu-Natal for the second year and the flag for the PS Laser Vryheid 400, the first round of the series, will drop on 14 and 15 March. The PS Laser Vryheid 400 will form the first of seven rounds of the 2025 SARRC season and if the climax at the end of the…

Feb 19, 2025 Motorsport

High Calibre of Car Entries Already Confirmed for South African Safari Rally

With three months to go before the FIA World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC) hosts its first event in South Africa, the highly anticipated South African Safari Rally has already attracted an exceptionally high calibre of entries in the car category. The South African Safari Rally, brought to you by Toyota Gazoo Racing, takes place from 18 to 24 May 2025, and forms round three of this year’s…

Feb 18, 2025 Motorsport

SA Endurance hosts mouth-watering array of support classes at Samlin Racing Four Hours of Zwartkops

Zwartkops Raceway, Pretoria - 21st – 22nd February 2025 Southern African Endurance Series (SAES), the promotors of the SA Endurance National Championship has a mouth-watering line-up of support races for the opening round of the championship which takes place at Zwartkops Raceway on 21st and 22nd February. Last September, SAES introduced a new SA GT Super Trophy class for Sports and GT cars. Such…

Feb 17, 2025 Motorsport

Thrilling TOYOTA GAZOO Racing one-two on Swedish snow

Elfyn Evans and Takamoto Katsuta delivered a thrilling finish and another maximum score for TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team as they achieved a one-two result on a spectacular Rally Sweden. The FIA World Rally Championship’s only pure winter event on snow and ice was one of the most exciting for many years. Evans and co-driver Scott Martin did an excellent job to lead after opening the road…

Feb 17, 2025 Motorsport

2025 GR Cup season set to kick off with new challenges and competitors

The 2025 TOYOTA GAZOO Racing SA GR Cup is set to kick off with an exciting new season, featuring changes to both the GR Cup Media Challenge and GR Cup Dealer Challenge. As the premier platform for competitive racing in near-production Toyota performance vehicles, the GR Cup will once again push drivers to their limits across some of South Africa’s most iconic circuits. This year, the GR Cup Media…

Feb 17, 2025 Motorsport

Talented South African Rider Ruche Moodley Steps onto World Stage

Ruche Moodley writes his name into the history books as he is set to compete in the 2025 Moto3 championship. The Gqeberha-born teenager takes a giant step towards achieving his ultimate goal by competing in the world championship series. His ambition in motorcycle racing has been clear since day one: “I want to be MotoGP World Champion,” said the youngster even before stepping onto the world…

Feb 14, 2025 Motorsport

MasterDrive Driver Search breaks barriers

The MasterDrive Driver Search is well underway as the Simola Hillclimb draws ever nearer. This year saw a record number of aspiring racers entering the initiative. As many as 195 completed the initial entry which was then whittled down to 15. Now these drivers will be shortlisted to five before the ultimate winner is revealed. An objective of the MasterDrive Driver Search is to ensure that…

Feb 13, 2025 Motorsport

Renault Group, Eni and BWT Alpine Formula One Team come together in new strategic partnership

BWT Alpine Formula One Team and Eni are delighted to announce the return of Eni to the FIA Formula 1 World Championship, as the Italian company becomes the team’s Official Energy and Fuel Partner on a multi-year agreement. The announcement marks a return of Eni to an Enstone-affiliated team since the brand’s last involvement with a team in Formula One with Benetton in 2000. The team will…