Honda’s Malaysian arm has confirmed the death of a driver following the rupture of what could prove to be a faulty Takata airbag. Following investigations by the Royal Malaysian Police, Honda Malaysia confirmed the Takata single stage (SDI) driver airbag was a contributor to the death of a driver in […]
Month: September 2016
Tesla Model S racing car revealed for Electric GT championship
A new Electric GT series commencing next year will feature a racing version of the Tesla Model S, as showcased in a video that has popped up on YouTube. Electric GT is open to several manufacturers, but presently the only car which fits the profile is the Tesla Model S. […]
Volkswagen I.D. concept revealed, previews EV future
After days, weeks and months of teasers, Volkswagen has officially unveiled its electric-powered I.D. concept at the 2016 Paris Motor Show, with a road-going version confirmed to hit the road in 2020. Volkswagen chairman Herbert Diess said at the reveal that the company has started the “greatest change process in […]
2017 Land Rover Discovery unveiled, on sale in Australia in July
Following last night’s website slip-up (Australian time), Land Rover has now officially revealed the all-new 2017 Discovery 5. It’s up to 480kg lighter, more efficient, and cleverer than ever. The new model is a full-size SUV offering seating for seven adults, along with a large cargo area measuring 1231 litres […]
BMW M3 30th anniversary looks back at unique projects
The BMW M3 turns 30 this year. To celebrate, BMW’s M skunkworks are rolling out some of the more unique and different prototype variants it has created over the years. These include an E30 ute, an E36 compact with the M3’s 3.2-litre six-cylinder, an E30 M3 ute, an E46 M3 […]
2017 Land Rover Discovery revealed, accidentally
Images of the 2017 Land Rover Discovery have appeared on the Australian Land Rover website, revealing the new model’s exterior for the first time. Land Rover will unveil the all-new Discovery in around 24 hours, at the Paris motor show. However, it appears the Aussie website developers were a little […]
MY2017 Kia Optima getting engine sound enhancer
Kia Australia will soon launch the MY2017 Optima bringing a number of subtle updates, PerformanceDrive has learnt. According to leaked documents, the MY17 Optima will be offered with more premium interior features including optional sports bucket seats in leather, in a tubular pattern, in either black or red. Some other […]
Mercedes-Benz previews EV concept before Paris debut (video)
Mercedes-Benz has given us the best look yet of its Paris Motor Show-bound electric SUV concept, expected to become part of its electric MEQ brand. We can see the car’s shape is similar to the company’s recent concepts such as the Vision Tokyo and F105 Luxury in Motion concept, but […]