Toyota Australia claims its new GR Yaris does 0-100km/h in 5.2 seconds, which is certainly very quick. Quicker than any other hot hatch in the segment, in fact. However, we’ve just tested it in just 4.8 seconds in the real world. Yep, 4.8 seconds from a puny 1.6-litre turbo three-cylinder […]
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.
Fully electric Jeep Wrangler concept to debut in March
Jeep has confirmed it will be unveiling an all-electric Wrangler concept next month, which could spawn the first hardcore fully electric 4×4 for the class in the near future. It follows the 4xe plug-in hybrid version announced last year. During a Super Bowl LV ad campaign, Jeep announced a new […]
Ferrari Purosangue prototype spied with production body? (video)
The Ferrari Purosangue has potentially been spied in prototype form in Sweden, likely as part of its winter road testing regime. We also get a taste of the seductive engine sound. Ferrari is yet to officially provide details on the upcoming SUV, but it’s understood it will be underpinned by […]
Range Rover Sport surpasses 1 million sales globally (video)
A hit with celebrities, fashion enthusiasts, and 4×4 fans alike, Land Rover is celebrating 1 million sales of its now-iconic Range Rover Sport. The luxury SUV surpassed the milestone in December. Land Rover first introduced the Range Rover Sport back in 2005. The second generation, which is significantly lighter in […]
2021 Mercedes-Benz E 350 joins Australian lineup
Mercedes-Benz is expanding the E-Class range in Australia for the 2021 model, with the introduction of the E 350. It’s available in sedan, coupe, and cabriolet form, providing a powerful new mild-electric powertrain option for buyers. The E 350 features a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder engine that produces an impressive 220kW […]
2022 Nissan Pathfinder debuts, 9-speed auto confirmed
Following earlier previews, Nissan has now pulled the covers off the all-new 2022 Pathfinder large SUV. It showcases a fresh and bold exterior design, a hugely enhanced and smarter interior than before, and a new nine-speed auto transmission and all-wheel drive system. As expected, the 2022 Pathfinder sports a bolder […]
2021 Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series spied, inside and out
It’s understood Toyota might unveil the all-new 300 Series LandCruiser in April. And now that seems fairly plausible given a production example has just been spied inside and out in Russia. Russian auto website autospot has managed to photograph a spanking new example of the highly-anticipated 300 Series beast. It’s […]
Video: Will Ferrell stars in funny GM 2021 Superbowl ad
Every year, big companies spend big bucks on advertising during the American Super Bowl. And this year, fans of funny man Will Ferrell will enjoy how GM has spent some of its budget. Titled No Way Norway, Will Ferrell finds out that Norway consumers buy more electric vehicles per capita […]