Oct 23, 2024 | Cars, MSA Releases, Obituary
It is with deep sadness that Motorsport South Africa announces the passing of Willie Hepburn, a true legend of South African motorsport, who passed away yesterday. Willie Hepburn, affectionately known as “Hepcat” and “Oom Willie,” had a...
Oct 21, 2024 | Cars, Obituary
FAREWELL TO A LEGEND! On 2 August 2024 South African motorsport pioneer Ewold Leonard van Bergen celebrated his 95th birthday in fine style and this morning, 18 October 2024, dawned with the news that the internationally respected legend had passed away peacefully...
Jun 18, 2024 | Cars, Obituary
Jean Prieur du Plessis, husband to Adele, father to Danielle (13), Prieur (9) and Naudé (6) retired to the final Parc Fermé on Thursday 13 January 2024. The Du Plessis brothers need no introduction in Western Cape Rallying, where they have proven themselves to be...
May 7, 2024 | Cars, Obituary
Former Western Province Argus Modified Production Car Champion driver, Leon Harmse, could be considered one of the original Renault R8 Gordini aces and the number 4C Joubert Motors Renault R8 on three wheels is a visual that will live on forever. Matriculating in 1965...
Feb 29, 2024 | Cars, Obituary
William Frederick “Billy” Daniels born 2 December 1943 – 28 February 2024 (80). Billy was a service crew member for Nick Mauerberger 35-38 years ago and we met whilst they were competing in the WBMK Ceres Rally. Always larger than life with a personality that made him...
