Audi has been spotted test driving a prototype version of the 2020 Audi RS 7 Sportback out on the Nurburgring. And on first impressions, it looks bloody quick and produces a nice, dirty V8 soundtrack. Yes, while the new S6 and S7 have become less powerful and switch 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.
2019 Toyota RAV4 on sale in Australia from $30,640
The all-new, 2019 Toyota RAV4 has landed in Australia, with an 11-strong field set to really shake up the mid-size SUV market segment. For the first time in Australia, the RAV4 is being offered with a hybrid powertrain which should also assist with market appeal in this class. Toyota Australia […]
MS-RT Ford Ranger VR-46 limited edition kit announced
Ford aftermarket and motorsport specialist MS-RT has announced a comprehensive limited edition upgrade kit for the Ford Ranger called the VR-46 – approved by Valentino Rossi. The package includes everything from body modifications to suspension upgrades, and even a bespoke interior. The Ford Ranger is arguably the toughest-looking dual-cab ute […]
Toyota tops 2019 Trusted Brands Survey, ahead Mazda and BMW
Toyota has been ranked as the most trusted car brand in Australia, according to the results of the 20th Trusted Brand Survey published by Reader’s Digest. The carmaker edged out ahead of Mazda and BMW, who were both ranked runner-up and credited as “highly recommended” brands. The survey, conducted independently […]
BMW X3 M Competition & X4 M Competition on sale in Australia in August
Performance SUV fans, get excited. The all-new BMW X3 M Competition and X4 M Competition are arriving in Australia soon. Initial specs and prices have just been confirmed ahead of its local arrival in August. As revealed earlier this year, these are BMW’s answer to vehicles such as the Alfa […]
McLaren GT name confirmed for new model, debuts May 15
McLaren is gearing up to reveal its all-new GT supercar, confirming the big event will take place next Wednesday. It seems the company has also confirmed the car’s name, which will simply be the McLaren GT. The new model is being described as a “superlight grand tourer”, slotting alongside the […]
2020 Porsche 911 Speedster now on sale in Australia
Production of the epic new 2020 Porsche 911 Speedster has kicked off at the company’s Zuffenhausen plant in Germany, with orders around the world (including in Australia) being taken as of now. The new Speedster was revealed last month, coming in as a dedicated performance model developed by Porsche Motorsport […]
Hyundai Veloster N spotted again with DCT auto (video)
Hyundai has been spotted again testing an automatic transmission version of its Veloster N Performance hatch. More specifically, a dual-clutch auto. The company has previously confirmed, in various forms, that there is an automatic transmission option on the way for the i30 N and Veloster N. However, it hasn’t exactly […]