If someone tried to tell us 20 or 30 years ago that SUVs would not only become one of the most popular vehicle types but also highly desirable propositions in the performance and sports car arena, we’d have thought they were nuts. But, as it turns out, that’s exactly what […]
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.
2023 Audi SQ8 TFSI review (video)
Audi’s answer to the large coupe-style SUV category comes with some serious credentials, as it is underpinned by the same platform that lays the foundations for heavy-hitters such as the Bentley Bentayga, Lamborghini Urus, and Porsche Cayenne. Does this mean the SQ8 is the smaller, inferior sibling or is it […]
Lamborghini: Synthetic fuels a “way out” for keeping combustion alive
Lamborghini is heavily relying on synthetic fuels and is hoping the technology can prolong the destiny of its internal combustion engines. As laws and restrictions tighten, especially in popular and important markets around the world for Lamborghini, such as America and Europe, the focus for many car brands is full […]
Bentley Continental GT S Bathurst Edition lands Australia, just 2 made
The ultra-rare Bentley Continental GT S Bathurst Edition has touched down in Australia and, likely, sold out already. Just two examples are made, paying tribute to Bentley’s success at the Bathurst 12 Hour event. Initially revealed in January, the Continental Bathurst Edition is a project between Bentley Sydney and the […]
2023 Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo GTS review – Euro trip (video)
When we thought of doing a European trip across Germany, through the Italian Alps and over to Lake Como, the first car that sprung to mind was the Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo. It is literally built for this kind of grand touring adventure. So that’s exactly what we booked. The […]
Aston Martin DB12 makes Australian debut in Sydney
Aston Martin has showcased the new DB12 in Australia for the first time, ahead of global deliveries kicking off later this year. The is Aston Martin’s latest grand tourer. Except, the company doesn’t want to call it just a grand tourer, but a ‘super tourer’. It’s more powerful, quicker, and […]
Lamborghini Sterrato makes Asia Pacific debut in Bali, all sold out
The segment-making Lamborghini Sterrato made its official Asia Pacific debut in Bali last night, showcasing an all-new direction for the legendary Italian marque. Yes, what is the purpose of a supercar that can drive off road? Our initial thoughts, as well. But, if you were handed the keys to one […]
’75th Anniversary’ exhibition opens at Porsche Museum in Stuttgart
Porsche is celebrating the 75th anniversary of its first-ever production car and is putting on a special exhibit at the Porsche Museum in Stuttgart for fans to enjoy. The first ever vehicle to wear a Porsche badge was the 356 ‘No. 1’ Roadster. It was officially given its general operating […]