Hyundai has been spotted test driving what is believed to be the makings of the upcoming IONIQ 5 fully electric mid-size crossover, otherwise known as the production version of the 45 concept unveiled in 2019. It seems engineers are putting the new EV through its paces at the notoriously-punishing Nurburgring […]
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.
McLaren unveils all-new platform for its future electrified supercars
This is McLaren’s all-new lightweight vehicle platform which will underpin a range of next-generation electrified supercars, the company has just confirmed. It’s set to replace the current MonoCell layout which debuted with the MP4-12C back in 2009. The company says the new architecture, constructed of carbon fibre, has been developed […]
2021 Jeep Wagoneer officially previewed, production starts Q2 2021 (video)
Well, it’s definitely coming. The return of the iconic Jeep Wagoneer is near. The company has just sent out a teaser video on social media previewing the new grand SUV which will go into production in 2021. View this post on Instagram The return of a vehicle that […]
Tesla hatchback under consideration based on Model 3, Model 2? – report
Tesla is reportedly planning a new hatchback model to take on the premium European offerings, based on the Model 3 mid-size sedan. This is set to be part of efforts for Tesla to offer a more affordable model. The news seems to have stemmed from a recent Autocar report, which […]
2021 Toyota Prado update gets more power, improved tech
As expected, the 2021 Toyota LandCruiser Prado has been given the updated 2.8-litre turbo-diesel from the new HiLux and Fortuner. Toyota has also taken this opportunity to make some other updates to the very popular SUV. Firstly, yes, the 2.8-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine receives a new ball-bearing turbocharger with larger […]
Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series updated for 2020, adds touchscreen
The iconic and simply legendary Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series is receiving a mild refresh for 2020, introducing a new multimedia system and even satellite navigation. A string of updates have also been announced for the C-HR and RAV4 SUVs. Firstly, the 70 Series – one of our favourite vehicles of […]
Volvo tops 2020 JD Power Tech Experience Index Study
Results from the recent 2020 JD Power Tech Experience Index Study in the US have revealed which car manufacturers are doing best in the field of technology, and the brands that could need some improvement, from a user experience perspective. The study took responses from 82,527 motorists in relation to […]
Mazda CX-30 getting 2.5 turbo option, most powerful in class – report
We saw the latest Mazda3 receive turbo power earlier this year, although it is not confirmed for Australia. But now it seems the Mazda CX-30 is set to gain the boost of a turbocharger as well. According to a recent finding by Cars Direct, citing an “early order guide”, Mazda […]