High-end BMW tuning specialist G-Power has released a video of its latest speed record attempt in a G-Power BMW M3 SK II at Nardo. The M3 reached a whopping 333km/h (207mph). Obviously, this is not your average BMW M3. The G-Power BMW M3 SK II tuning kit consists of a […]
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.
Subaru WRX to become separate model from Impreza
Subaru has announced the next Subaru Impreza WRX will be sold as a separate model from the Subaru Impreza range, meaning it will be called the Subaru WRX only. (image of Subaru concept car) The next-generation 2012 Subaru Impreza, recently unveiled at the 2011 New York Auto Show, is expected […]
2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 to get 570hp-plus (425kW)
That’s right American muscle car lovers, the upcoming, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 will apparently come with a 570hp-plus (425kW) V8 engine. This means it’ll give its main rival, the Ford Mustang GT500, a decent run for its money. It is a bit of a rumour at this stage but according […]
Video: Mick Doohan drives Holden Racing Team V8 Supercar
Toll Holden Racing Team driver James Courtney recently offered five-time 500cc Motorcylce World Champion Mick Doohan a drive in his HRT T2 V8 Supercar at Queensland Raceway. While it’s not the first time an Aussie 500CC World Champion has driven a V8 Supercar (that’d be Wayne Gardner), Mick Doohan happily […]
New Lancia Stratos production blocked by Ferrari
Ferrari has announced it has “blocked” all possibilities of the new Lancia Stratos one-off special going into production. Yes, it would have been an expensive Stratos if it did make it into the showrooms but it’s still a sad day for all. You may remember the one-off New Lancia Stratos […]
For Sale: 1971 Datsun 240Z 3.1 stroker
Today we find this simply awesome 1971 Datsun 240Z 3.1-litre stroker up for sale. It’s on eBay right now and the only thing bad about it is it’s not in our garage. It’s also in the US, which makes the pickup a bit difficult. Even so, it’s a prime Datsun […]
Ferrari reveals customization program
At a recent private event, Ferrari has unveiled a new Ferrari customization program available to customers wanting to individualise their Fezzas. The program includes almost infinite interior options and various exterior trimmings and colours. First reported by teamspeed.com the program is said to be Ferrari’s answer to the Porsche Exclusive […]
Video: Mercedes-Benz World Silver Arrows drifting
Mercedes-Benz World has released a rather entertaining new advertising video campaign called ‘worth getting out of bed for’, using the Mercedes-Benz Silver Arrows driving team. The campaign is targeted at attracting enthusiasts to the Mercedes-Benz World at the Brooklands motor racing circuit in Surrey, UK. There’s a definite drift theme […]