Is this the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class? An image has just surfaced on a Spanish website called Autofacil.es showing what appears to be the next-gen model in full factory guise, without any sort of camouflaging. The image was taken out the front of a hotel in Madrid, Spain, by photographer Víctor Gutiérrez […]
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.
Toyota tops 2012 Consumer Reports’ reliability survey
In the US, one of the most highly regarded vehicle evaluation and reliability surveys are carried out by a magazine called Consumer Reports. Toyota has once again come through on top in the latest results, with its vehicles being rated as the most reliable. This year 28 carmakers were included […]
Subaru Impreza WRX and WRX STI Special Editions at SEMA
Subaru has unveiled a pair of orange 2013 Subaru Impreza WRX Special Editions at the 2012 SEMA Show. These could be the last unique versions of the WRX before the all-new model arrives later next year. Standing out with a distinctive black and orange colour scheme, the WRX and WRX […]
Jaguar Concept Speedboat embraces company DNA
What better way to utilise your nice new Jaguar XF Sportbrake than by towing a special Jaguar Speedboat with it. Yes, the British marque has come up with a prestigious Concept Speedboat blending in with the company’s quintessentially suave British character. The stunning 20-foot rig (6.1 metres) features a gel […]
Toyota Camry Atara R on sale in Australia from $31,820
As a way of spicing up the Camry range, Toyota Australia has introduced a new special edition model called the Toyota Camry Atara R. The limited edition gets various sporty enhancements and a 2kW power boost. Although it’s not a full-blown, bespoke performance model, the Atara R does provide a […]
Nissan Altima V8 Supercar revealed
Nissan and Kelly Racing – joining forces to form Nissan Motorsport team – have unveiled the all-new Nissan Altima V8 Supercar. The rear-drive V8 sedan will compete in the 2013 season of V8 Supercars up against Ford, Holden, and a Mercedes-Benz entry. Four Nissan Altima race cars will make up […]
Bugatti ‘SuperVeyron’ with 1600hp under development – report
Yes, you read correctly. Bugatti is reportedly working on another version of its only model, the Veyron, that could produce more power than any production car ever made. A ‘SuperVeyron’, of sorts. Currently, the fastest and most powerful production car in the world is the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport. It […]
Video: Jaguar F-Type V6 vs V8 sound battle
Jaguar has released a neat little video showcasing the sound differences between the new Jaguar F-Type V6 and the flagship V8 S. Both give off an almighty scream. The Jaguar F-Type is the company’s latest sports car. It goes up against vehicles such as the Porsche 911, and it will […]