BMW Australia is making it easier for buyers to jump into M Performance models, announcing new Pure variants for its latest lineup. The Pure philosophy is carried over from the proper M models. Specifically, there’s now an X2 M35i Pure, M340i xDrive Pure, and X5 M50i Pure and X6 M50i […]
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.
Pre-production BMW i4 to debut at Geneva show, 390kW EV – report
BMW is reportedly preparing to unveil the i4 at the 2020 Geneva motor show this March, although, it is said to be a pre-production concept that’s not quite wearing the full production trim. According to a recent BMWBlog report, BMW will unveil an i4 concept. It’s said that it won’t […]
2021 Ford Bronco prototype spotted, with production body? (video)
Ford has been spotted test driving what is believed to be a prototype version of the all-new, 2021 Bronco. And it wears what is also believed to be the production design body. We’ve seen prototypes before, however, these were clearly based on the Ford Ranger pickup from the US. This […]
PerformanceDrive’s Top 10 Cars of 2019
Just as 2020 swings into full stride, we thought we’d take a look back over some of the highlight vehicles of 2019. Think of it as like our ‘car of the year’ awards, with no advertising dollars influencing the list. This is specifically for vehicles that we’ve driven and reviewed […]
All Subaru models to feature “electrification” by mid-2030
Subaru has set out aggressive plans to electrify all of its range, with a target of at least 40 per cent of its global sales to comprise of electrified vehicles by 2030. A fully electric crossover is also in the works, set to debut in 2025. The Japanese company is […]
Hyundai Kona Electric sets highest altitude world record in Tibet
Hyundai has set a new Guinness World Record with its Kona Electric small SUV, taking the EV higher than any other production electric vehicle in the world. It reached over 5.7km above sea level. The expedition was put together by Hyundai Motor India, taking the Kona Electric up Sawula Pass […]
2021 Land Rover Discovery update to bring hybrid tech – report
The Land Rover Discovery will go through a mid-life update soon, and according to a European report there is going to be a big advancement in powertrain technology for the iconic, seven-seat off-roader. According to a recent Auto Express report in the UK, the 2021 Land Rover Discovery is set […]
2020 Fiat 500 update now on sale in Australia
Looking to buy a new city car? You might be interested to hear Fiat Australia has just announced some updates with the launch of its 2020 Fiat 500 range, bringing in more tech and convenience for the modern Euro classic. The Fiat 500 continues on with its iconic and cute […]