BMW has been spotted once again test driving a prototype version of the upcoming ‘F97’ X3 mid-size SUV. And this time we get some pretty convincing evidence there is going to be a proper M performance version. As spotted by YouTuber Automotive Mike, the prototype gives off a distinct exhaust […]
Brett Davis
Brett is the editor and founder of PerformanceDrive. He's obsessed with driving, having played with Matchbox cars until he was tall enough to drive a real one. After initially working as a mechanic, Brett earned a degree in journalism and entered media as an editorial assistant at Top Gear Australia magazine. He then worked at CarAdvice. His dream is to live next door to the Nurburgring in Germany.
McLaren opens third showroom in Australia; Gold Coast
McLaren has opened a brand new dealership at the Gold Coast in Queensland, coming in as the third showroom for Australia. The British company has said it plans to expand its presence in the world, opening up more and more showrooms over the past few years. McLaren Gold Coast joins […]
Hyundai previews i30 N hot hatch, sounds potent (video)
The highly anticipated Hyundai N performance sub-brand is getting close to releasing it first production car, based on i30. It will come in as Hyundai’s first proper hot hatch. Set to feature a number of completely bespoke components, including a range of serious chassis and suspension upgrades, eye-popping brakes, and […]
2017 Mazda3 officially revealed, arrives August 1
Following brochure leaks earlier this week, Mazda has now officially revealed the facelifted 2017 Mazda3 hatch and sedan. Aside from the slightly tweaked styling with new headlights and grille, and a revised rear end and bumper bar, the updated Mazda3 will debut a range of advanced technologies. One such technology […]
New Lamborghini Huracan ‘Superleggera’ spotted (video)
Lamborghini has been spotted hooning around a prototype version of the highly anticipated Superleggera; lightweight version of the Huracan. We haven’t heard much about the next-gen Superleggera, otherwise known as the successor to the old Gallardo Superleggera. This will be the lighter weight, stripped out, and more hardcore version. The […]
2017 Holden Colorado unveiled, goes on sale September 1
Holden has pulled the covers off the new-look 2017 Colorado ute, which will go on sale in Australia in a couple of months. For the 2017 model, the popular ute has been redesigned to align with GM’s global theme. There’s a twin-split front grille supported by chrome trimmings, more sophisticated […]
2016 Nissan Patrol Ti V8 ‘Y62’ review (video)
If size does matter to you then this could be the answer to all of your car-related stature problems. It’s the 2016 Nissan Patrol Ti V8, and it is, physically, one of the biggest passenger vehicles available in Australia right now. This shape Patrol, known as the Y62, hasn’t been […]
2016 Toyota Prius review – first impressions (POV)
The 2016 Toyota Prius, that went on sale in Australia in March, isn’t only more economical than the predecessor, and more striking to look at, it also debuts Toyota’s all-new “New Generation Architecture”. Called TNGA, for short, the new platform will soon be adopted by many of the company’s upcoming […]