It’s finally here, the four-cylinder Falcon. Will it be a game changer? Will it save the Aussie Falcon? The 2012 Ford Falcon G6 EcoBoost is one of three variants to feature the new engine, so let’s see how it all goes. (Obviously the key focus on this review is how […]
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.
For Sale: 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS backdate and mint 912
At the upcoming Shannons Melbourne Winter Classic Auction in a couple of weeks, two rare Porsches will go under the hammer; a 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS ‘backdate’, and a 1965 Porsche 912. Starting with the 911, the 1973 911 2.7 is one of the coolests of the retro models, […]
BSR Tuning Saab 9-3 TTID upgrade boosts power to 159kW
Even though Saab as a company is dead, the tuning spirit for the Swedish marque is still alive and kicking. One such example comes in the form of the BSR Tuning Saab 9-3 TTID performance upgrade. In standard form, various Saab 9-3 models from 2010 to 2012 feature a 1.9-litre […]
BMW Zagato Coupe Z4 is one sexy concept
In the lead up to the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este event in Italy, BMW has revealed the BMW Zagato Coupe concept creation. It’s based on the regular Z4, only it wears a stunning Zagato-formed body. Designed and built as a co-development project, the Italian coachbuilder formed the body and design […]
2013 Audi S3 to be faster and lighter, packing 206kW – report
Audi’s all-new 2013 Audi S3 will be built on Volkswagen Group’s new MQB platform. It’s set to be faster and lighter than the current model, ready to take on the upcoming Mercedes-Benz A25 AMG and the BMW M135i hatch. (Regular 2013 A3 pictured) According to an Autocar report in the […]
2015 BMW 1 series four-door sedan to rekindle E30 spirit?
BMW could be set to expand its 1 Series lineup by 2015 with the introduction of a BMW 1 Series four-door sedan. The sedan would join the current hatch, convertible and coupe layouts. At the moment, it is pure speculation. Reports predict BMW will be looking to take on its […]
2012 Honda Civic hatch Australian prices start at $22,650
The new 2012 Honda Civic hatch will go on sale in Australia next month, and prices will start from $22,650. This presents a huge saving of around $7000 over the predecessor. The sporty new Civic hatch will be available in three trim levels; the VTi-S manual, VTi-S automatic, and the […]
Renault Alpine A110-50 Concept officially unveiled
Renault has pulled the wraps of the crazy Renault Alpine A110-50 Concept, including full specifications. The concept has been created to celebrate the 50th birthday of the Alpine Berlinette. As previously revealed, the concept is based on the Renault Megane and features a 3.5-litre mid-mounted engine producing 294kW. A surprise […]