Porsche has revealed the all-new 2012 Porsche 911 Cabriolet. This is the convertible version of the new 991 Porsche 911 Coupe, and is set on go on sale internationally in March 2012. Featuring the same trim level range as the 2012 Porsche 911 Coupe, there’s both a Carrera Cabriolet and […]
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.
Volkswagen Golf R to take on new diesel direction?
The future of Volkswagen R division is headed towards developing more performance diesel-engined, all-wheel drive models. Volkswagen R executive director Ulrich Riestenpatt gt. Richter spoke about the company’s future in a recent interview. Speaking with Autoblog in the US, Richter said the company doesn’t believe in hybrids saying that the […]
For Sale: Ruf CTR 3 in original condition with 552kW
If you’re after something exciting, rare and extremely fast, and have over half a million dollars, this 2010 Ruf CTR 3 up for sale should certainly suffice. Ruf Automobile is the manufacturer responsible for some of the finest tuned Porsche vehicles around. The company not only tunes them though, it […]
Sergio Scaglietti dies aged 91
It’s been a sad day for all Ferrari and automotive fans alike, as yesterday Sergio Scaglietti passed away, aged 91. Scaglietti and his Carrozzeria Scaglietti body shop are responsible for some of the most glorious Ferrari models ever made. The name may sound instantly familiar to some, as the Ferrari […]
Video: 913hp BMW M5 turbo overcomes tyres in any gear
Ever wondered what happens when 681kW (913hp) is put through to the rear wheels all at once? This 913hp BMW M5 turbo shows what can happen when lots and lots of power meets nowhere near enough tyre traction. Translated from a dutch website as best as we and Google Translate […]
Toyota FT-86 teased again in new promo video
Another day and another piece of the Toyota FT-86 is revealed. This time Toyota has released a video promo featuring the all-new sports coupe. Images of what purport to be the Toyota FT-86 production car have already been leaked, both showing off new Modellista accessories and the normal production model. […]
Video: 2013 Nissan GT-R does 0-100km/h in 2.84 seconds – UPDATE
A new video has been released showing a 2013 Nissan GT-R doing 0-100km/h in just 2.84 seconds. This is around 0.2 seconds quicker than the current 2011 model year (MY) GT-R. With the new model update comes more power, and more aero, so one would expect quicker acceleration times. Up […]
Jaguar E-Type wins ‘Restoration of the Year’ award
A classic Jaguar E-Type has been crowned the ‘Restoration of the Year’ winner after being completely rebuilt by Classic Motor Cars in the UK (CMC). A panel of judges, including Jay Leno, Derek Bell, and Lady Susie Moss, ranked the mint Jag the best after it was put through a […]