Just as the ute segment in Australia keeps getting hotter, Isuzu has announced it will be introducing a 2023 model refresh for its popular D-Max range later this year to tantalise customers even more. The MY2023 version showcases an updated exterior design with a new front grille, new alloy wheels, […]
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.
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe ‘MX5’ prototype spotted; bigger, Defender-like design?
The 2024, fifth-generation Hyundai Santa Fe, codenamed MX5, has been spotted in prototype form, revealing evidence of a larger body structure than before and some new-look H-themed headlights. The new model is set to showcase a fresh design language, not only for the nameplate but also for the Hyundai brand. […]
BMW iX1 on sale in Australia from $82,900, arrives Q1 2023
BMW Australia is getting ready to launch the all-new third-generation X1 small SUV in November, as well as the first ever iX1 fully electric model and has today confirmed initial specs and prices. Three main models will be available in Australia, including the X1 sDrive18i, xDrive20i (previously announced), and the […]
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N spotted at Nurburgring, could have 600hp? (video)
Hyundai has been spotted testing a prototype version of the exciting IONIQ 5 N at the Nurburgring, which shows huge promise for track-car fans as we shift into the electric era. This will be one of the first mainstream EVs to hit the market to offer proper track-driving capability. A […]
Volvo C40 Recharge electric SUV scores 5-star ANCAP safety rating
The new Volvo C40 Recharge fully electric SUV has surpassed the ANCAP five-star safety rating credentials, as expected, with high scores recently awarded in various areas. ANCAP analysed crash test data conducted by Euro NCAP recently, and found the C40 to perform well in almost all areas. A score of […]
2023 Hyundai IONIQ 5 announced for Australia, added power & range
Hyundai Australia is announcing the 2023 update for the IONIQ 5 range, which now includes three variants including a new range-topping EPIQ grade as well as improvements to range and power output. The updated range now spans from the DYNAMIQ, TECHNIQ to the new EPIQ. All feature a 77.4kWh battery, […]
2022 Porsche 911 GT3 review (video)
When anybody mentions the words ‘ultimate track car’, most of us immediately think of the Porsche 911 GT3. It revs to 9000rpm. It’s available with a manual transmission. And it even comes with a roll cage and fire extinguisher, if you want it to. Named after the official FIA racing […]
2023 Porsche 911 GT3 RS laps Nurburgring in 6:49.328 (video)
The new Porsche 911 GT3 RS has clocked a lap time of 6:49.328 around the Nurburgring, making it one of the quickest production vehicles to ever lap the full circuit, and 10.6 seconds quicker than the regular GT3. Porsche ambassador Jorg Bergmeister piloted the 992 GT3 RS around the notoriously […]