BMW and M division are reportedly considering a new BMW M1 supercar which could hit the market in 2016. The high-performance coupe would reignite the original M1 spirit, and become the company’s fastest model. BMW doesn’t currently offer a supercar per se, it offers super cars in the form of […]
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.
New Aston Martin Vanquish revealed, orders taken late June
After a number of spy shots and rumours, Aston Martin has revealed the new Aston Martin Vanquish – inspired by the AM 310 concept. The new model replaces the high-performance DBS. Although it may look fairly similar to the DBS, the ‘AM 310’ Vanquish sits on a new VH platform. […]
2013 Skoda Rapid revealed, new company design language
Skoda has pulled the wraps off the production version of the Skoda MissionL concept car, called the 2013 Skoda Rapid. The handsome sedan is the first Skoda to show off the brand’s new design language. Set to go on sale in various markets around the world, the new sedan does […]
Renault to introduce new upmarket brands; Alpine and Initial Paris
Renault is considering introducing two new upmarket brands, Alpine and Initial Paris, to assist with its plans to reduce dependence on European sales – a market that is dwindling. The French company is also looking to expand its operations in emerging markets to further boost sales. In parts of Europe, […]
2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser review
When it comes to off-road performance, you can almost always count on Toyota being up there with the best of them. The 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is no different. It manages to blend that renowned 4×4 pedigree, with fun, quirky styling and innovative functionality.
Skoda Fabia RS now on sale in Australia from $27,990
Skoda Australia has announced the new Skoda Fabia RS and Skoda Fabia RS Wagon. Both feature Volkswagen’s 1.4 TSI turbo and supercharged engine, as well as various performance highlights. This is the first time Skoda has launched a small hot hatch in Australia. The Fabia – based on the previous […]
Video: Ken Block Gymkhana Five on the way
Ken Block is working on another installment of his famous Gymkhana series. Now up to Gymkhana Five, the new video will be set in San Francisco. An early preview video has surfaced online showing the drift star circling around one of San Francisco’s infamous trams. The new video is expected […]
Dany Bahar to sue Lotus over sacking – report
Dany Bahar was fired from his position as CEO at Lotus earlier this month. Now Bahar has apparently decided to fire back at the British sports car maker, and is filing a lawsuit to sue Lotus. According to reports, Bahar is filing a suit at London’s High Court for wrongful […]