Tesla could be looking to have a go at taking the electric sedan Nurburgring lap record from Porsche, with company boss Elon Musk recently sending out Tweets that suggest an attempt is just around the corner. At least two Model S vehicles have recently been spotted at the German circuit […]
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.
2019 Audi TT & TTS now on sale in Australia
Audi Australia has launched the new 2019 Audi TT and TTS range, bringing in a sharper design, more tech, and increased value over the predecessor. The 2019 Audi TT was originally unveiled back in July last year, but now it’s finally arrived in Australia. It’s easy to spot the new-look […]
2020 Mazda2 to arrive in Australia soon, GT drops manual option
The 2020 Mazda2 is set to arrive in Australia by around November, PerformanceDrive has learned, bringing in boosted safety across the range and an updated design inside and out. Mazda unveiled the new-look 2020 Mazda2 in July this year, for the Japanese market (pictured). However, connections with our dealer network […]
Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series spotted, looks extremely fast (video)
An even more hardcore version of Mercedes-AMG GT R has been spotted at the Nurburgring in prototype form, likely previewing the new Black Series model. The monster coupe has all the telltale signs of a Black Series, including a big double-decker rear wing, massive front canards extending from the corners, […]
2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Upland announced for Australia
Yep, the old girl is still kicking on. The 2019Jeep Grand Cherokee Upland special edition has been announced for Australia to help reinvigorate the ageing model line. The limited edition is based on the Laredo and features a 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 engine. This unit produces a strong 184kW and 570Nm, […]
2019 Frankfurt Motor Show highlights – mega gallery
The 2019 Frankfurt motor show is well and truly underway, with a number of big world debuts giving the public a first chance to see the latest and greatest. We’ve put together a mega gallery for you so you can check out the highlights. These days, many carmakers reveal their […]
Hyundai Veloster N ETCR revealed, ready for electric racing
Hyundai has revealed a crazy electric racing car at the Frankfurt motor show, called the Veloster N ETCR. This is the company’s first ever electric car designed for motorsport. The N ETCR is based on the Veloster road car only it has been completely re-engineered at Hyundai Motorsport’s headquarters in […]
Lamborghini Sian debuts at Frankfurt, adopts FKP 37 name
Following its online reveal last week, Lamborghini has used the Frankfurt motor show this week to give a proper unveiling for its new Sian hybrid supercar. In doing so, Lamborghini confirms the new model will be called the Sian FKP 37, in honour of Ferdinand K Piech. Piech passed away […]