If you thought the new BMW X5 M Competition and X6 M Competition couldn’t get any hotter, the German company has just announced special First Edition examples of the mental SUVs, and limited units have been secured for the Australian market. The X5 and X6 M Competition are among the […]
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 Hyundai Sonata N Line spotted testing in Australia
What looks to be a later-stage, pre-production example of the 2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line has been spotted in Australia, about a month ahead of its official on-sale date. It’s understood the pre-production model is in Australia undergoing local evaluation and testing, including accessory development and suspension tuning, before it […]
Toyota testing hardcore ‘Yaris GRMN’ on Nurburgring? (video)
It’s rumoured that Toyota is preparing an even hotter version of the already-piping GR Yaris. It’s set to adopt the GRMN name. A spy video has just surfaced showing what could be the makings of such model. The GR Yaris is one of the most hotly-anticipated hot hatches of the […]
2021 Hyundai i30 hatch now on sale in Australia
Details of the 2021 Hyundai i30 hatch have been announced for Australia. The new model, which is on sale now, showcases updated styling, more advanced safety tech, and a boost in equipment and overall value. Four main variants are being pitched, from the i30, i30 Active, Elite, to the top […]
Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series announced for Australia
The mighty Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series has muscled its way to the top of the mega-power charts in Australia. Today the local arm has confirmed it is on sale now, entering the market as one of the most powerful production cars ever offered here. Firstly, the power. Obviously. It comes […]
2021 Toyota HiLux SR Hi-Rider 4×2 review (video)
It seems to be the year of the utes this year. And perhaps one of the biggest to launch is the 2021 Toyota HiLux. Here we’re taking a look at the SR Hi-Rider extra-cab, in 4×2 form, as a first taste. The HiLux is the best-selling new vehicle in Australia, […]
Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series not heading to USA market – rumour
It’s probably one of the most anticipated vehicles of the next 18 months or so, the 300 Series Toyota LandCruiser. Even though Toyota is yet to announce any official details. However, a report claims the new model won’t be offered in the USA. According to a recent Motor Authority report, […]
Bentley introduces 2021 Flying Spur V8, 100kg lighter than W12
Bentley has announced a less powerful, V8 version of its otherwise W12-powered 2021 Flying Spur flagship sedan. Why? Well, it offers reduced fuel consumption over the existing W12, and emits fewer emissions. It also promises a “characteristic and unmistakable” V8 soundtrack. It ain’t no slouch, though. The Flying Spur entry […]