The first teaser image of MG’s upcoming Euro-spec GS SUV has broken the veil, which looks like it will some off some very angular and sporty lines. To be unveiled this coming May at the London Motor Show, it is expected to look almost identical to the Chinese-spec GS that […]
Alexi Falson
Alexi is an automotive road tester and news editor at PerformanceDrive. He appreciates the complexity of modern vehicle engineering and loves to keep his hands greasy working on motorbikes and cars. He prefers wagons over SUVs, vans over utes and reads more news than your Grandma.
Petrol prices set to continue to drop in Australia
On the off chance you haven’t already noticed, petrol is quite cheap at the moment compared with the recent past, and it’s set to get even cheaper. Despite being the world’s ninth largest energy producer, our population of a mere 23 million would run out of petrol in just three […]
Volkswagen to introduce 20 electric & hybrid models by 2020
Volkswagen CEO Matthias Müller has called for Europe to take the lead in future technology advances in electric-powered mobility, warning it may be left behind by Silicon Valley’s rise. Müller took to the stage at the annual Volkswagen New Year Reception in Brussels, illuminating the potential threat currently facing the […]
Ferrari FF update coming, to debut at Concorso d’Eleganza?
Ferrari is set to unveil a refreshed FF next month, having released several teaser images hinting at an update to its four door, four-wheel drive supercar. “Come discover a whole new world” – Ferrari says on atop the image, suggesting more than just minor changes are in store for the […]
Ford Fiesta RS not happening, says performance division chief engineer
A sad day for hot hatch fans today, as Ford is putting to rest rumours of an upcoming high-performance Ford Fiesta RS. Ford Performance chief engineer Tyrone Johnson spoke with Motoring and offered the following insight: “[In regards to a possible Fiesta RS]… some comments from senior Ford people that […]
2016 Suzuki Vitara RT-X review (video)
The 2016 Suzuki Vitara enters an insanely competitive market segment. Compact crossovers/SUVs have become a hit since their introduction, with vehicles like the Mazda CX-3, Honda HR-V, Nissan Juke and Mitsubishi ASX capitalising on a younger generation’s desire for adventurous aesthetics, practicality, economy, and affordability. The Vitara, now in its […]
Cadillac CT6 to debut new GM 4.2-litre twin-turbo V8 – report
General Motors is set to introduce an exciting new powertrain in the Cadillac CT6; an innovative 4.2-litre twin-turbo V8. In harmony with global automotive trends, even the Americans have signaled downsizing and turbocharging as the new norm, hence the development and production of an all-new twin-turbocharged V8 powerhouse. The engine […]
Video: Lamborghini Aventador catches fire during valet park
A valet parking attendant in the US has caused a Lamborghini Aventador to catch fire, with several minutes passing by before the flames could be extinguished. The valet, according to witnesses, took the Aventador up the street, revving the 6.5-litre V12 at low speed. It’s said that revving the large […]