A pair of 2018 BMW M5 prototypes have been spotted testing around the Nurburgring, as engineers further hone and perfect the legendary sports sedan before its debut later this year. BMW has already released plenty of details regarding the new M5, including confirming it will come with a selectable xDrive […]
Year: 2017
2018 Subaru Levorg now on sale, 1.6T debuts in Australia
The Subaru Levorg has been updated for MY2018 in Australia, with the local debut of the otherwise overseas-only 1.6 turbo headlining the update. Based on the WRX, the Levorg is essentially a more practical wagon version. It’s powered by the same 2.0-litre turbo producing 197kW and 350Nm, connected to a […]
2018 Renault Clio R.S. on sale in Australia from $30,990
Looking to buy a hot hatch? Renault Australia has just introduced the new Clio R.S., showcasing a freshened up design, revised suspension, and some new options and interior features. Initially revealed back in July last year, the 2018 Clio R.S. is distinguished by the R.S. Vision LED lights with chequered […]
2018 Nissan LEAF spotted during promo shoot, design revealed
The next-gen, 2018 Nissan LEAF has been spotted during what looks to be an official photo shoot or promo video just ahead of its debut early in September. This is the first time the new design has been revealed. Nissan is set to reset the goalposts with the next LEAF, […]
BMW roadster concept confirmed for Pebble Beach, previews ‘Z5’
BMW is planning to unveil the concept version of its next-gen roadster soon, dubbed the Z5. And to get the juices flowing BMW has released a little sneak preview. The debut will take place at the 2017 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance event, which is usually home to a number of […]
Bentley Flying Spur V8 S Black Edition purrs onto the scene
Another Black Edition has been launched by Bentley, and this time it’s the Flying Spur V8 S’s turn at the sinister street style. Bentley says the Black Edition is for customers seeking a more “dynamic” aesthetic. We’re not sure dynamic is the right word – mischievous, perhaps? It showcases, you […]
Exclusive: Plans for Australian-built electric cars pushing ahead
Although Toyota and Holden are only two months away from closing their Australian manufacturing operations, one company in South Australia is determined to bring a new Australian electric vehicle to market. PerformanceDrive spoke with Paul van de Loo, the director of South Australian engineering consultancy firm Applidyne and Red Automotive […]
Video: 2000 Ford AU Falcon LPG 0-100km/h & engine sound
Well you guys asked for an AU Falcon and here it is. It’s a rough old thing, inexcusably so if it were anything other than an AU Falcon. Introduced in 1998, the AU was not well received due to its polarising and ovoid styling. The more conventional VT Commodore gained […]