Subaru is reportedly working on its next-generation of engines, and, apparently, there’s a new 1.5-litre and 1.8-litre direct-injected turbo set to replace the existing 2.0L engine and 2.5L units. This is very exciting news, especially as Subaru’s current engine lineup is starting to get on a bit. According to 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.
Goodwood Speedweek to replace Festival and Revival events this year
In place of the cancelled Goodwood Festival of Speed this year, due to coronavirus, event organisers have come up with Goodwood Speedweek. It’ll be a ‘behind closed doors’ event, broadcast around the world. Organisers say the event will bring in all of the greatest elements of the Festival of Speed […]
2020 Ariel Nomad R debuts as crazy tarmac rally road car
A double espresso not really doing it for you in the morning anymore? Maybe you need one of these. It’s called the Ariel Nomad R. And as you’ll probably know, anything with ‘R’ in it usually means serious business. The Ariel Atom is known as one of the purest yet […]
For Sale: Original 1972 Porsche 911E 2.4, owned by 99yo enthusiast
A handful of classic Porsche sports cars is going up for sale next month as part of the Shannons 2020 Winter auction event, and included in the mix is an immaculate, second-owner 1972 Porsche 911E 2.4. It’s been in the hands of a 99 year-old owner since 1975, having bought […]
2021 Range Rover Sport revealed, debuts SVR Carbon Edition
Coinciding with the unveiling of the 2021 Range Rover this week, Land Rover has also introduced an MY2021 update for its Range Rover Sport lineup. The updated includes a new range-topping SVR Carbon Edition. Only mild changes have been made to the exterior, with a new SV Premium Palette paint […]
Hyundai Kona Electric surpasses 100,000 global sales milestone
Hyundai’s first fully electric SUV, the Kona Electric, has just surpassed 100,000 global sales since debuting on the market around two years ago. This makes it one of the most popular small fully electric SUVs on sale. The Kona Electric is one of the more affordable fully electric SUVs on […]
‘Stellantis’ announced as corporate name for FCA-PSA merger
You may remember Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) and Groupe PSA are intending to merge, pending final approval from European regulators and shareholders. However, when they merge they will be known as the Stellantis group. Yep, it doesn’t sound anything like the name of an automotive giant. However, FCA and PSA […]
2021 Porsche 911 Turbo revealed, sub-3 sec 0-100km/h
Following the debut of the 992 Porsche 911 Turbo S a few months ago, the legendary company is now introducing the regular 911 Turbo variant. If you’re after a genuine everyday supercar, this is it. Both coupe and cabriolet are available, featuring an evolved 3.8-litre (actually 3745cc) twin-turbo flat-six engine. […]