Toyota and BMW announced a co-development deal last year which will see the two companies work together on an all-new vehicle. There’s some indication coming through that the car could be based on the Toyota 86. With BMW handling and Toyota hybrid economy, the new model is set to be […]
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.
Volvo XC60 six-wheeler camera car used by Volvo HQ
Unlike the monstrous Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG 6×6, this six-wheeled Volvo XC60 isn’t set for production any time soon. It was recently spotted outside the company’s headquarters assisting with photography. Word has it Volvo has just put the special creation onto its fleet of help vehicles in Gothenburg, and that […]
Gemballa McLaren MP4-12C Spider styling kit announced
German tuning specialist Gemballa has finalised its new styling kit for the McLaren MP4-12C Spider, first previewed at the Geneva Motor Show in March. With thanks to some further development, the kit is now complete. It comes with a set of spanking new front and rear bumper bars incorporating their […]
Video: 2014 Porsche 911 GT3 – 4-wheel steering explained
Porsche has released another video showcasing the technical highlights of the awesome new 2014 Porsche 911 GT3. In the latest clip, Porsche goes over the advanced four-wheel steering program and active engine mounts featured on the new GT3. For the first time in Porsche’s showroom history, the GT3 will come […]
Porsche Panamera hits 100,000 production milestone
The 100,000th Porsche Panamera performance sedan has just rolled off the production line, marking a significant milestone for the company. The sedan first went into production in 2009. In Australia, the Panamera comes in seven different engine trim levels, including everything from a 3.6-litre V6 with 184kW, to a V6 […]
2013 Opel Insignia OPC review (video)
Despite ‘downsizing’ trends, the good old stately-sedan-on-steroids segment is still going strong, with a number of delectable options on offer at the moment. A newcomer, that’s actually a bit of a veteran overseas, is the 2013 Opel Insignia OPC. Think of it as a bit like a European HSV Senator. […]
Aston Martin CC100 Speedster Concept commemorates 100th birthday
The gorgeous new Aston Martin CC100 Speedster Concept has been unveiled at the Nurburgring 24 Hour race in Germany, showcasing a classic body style inspired by the AM DBR1 from the 1950s. The concept has been made to celebrate Aston’s 100th anniversary. Although it isn’t likely to go into mainstream […]
2014 BMW M5 and M6 revealed, with optional Competition Package
Following the unveiling of the regular 2014 BMW 5 Series range, BMW has also unveiled the 2014 BMW M5 and M6 facelift. The high performance models will come with an optional Competition Package for the very first time. As previously reported, the Competition Pack is designed to boost overall performance. […]