Lang Rover has announced interesting new mild hybrid tech for the MY2020 Range Rover, featuring JLR’s new inline-six engine and a 48V electric system. Jaguar Land Rover announced the new straight six engine with the Range Rover Sport HST a few months ago. It’s a 3.0-litre unit featuring an electric […]
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.
HSV SportsCat RS special edition announced
A new HSV SportsCat RS limited edition has been announced, giving the Holden Colorado-based off-roader a unique appearance and some added accessories over the regular version. There’s no denying the SportsCat RS definitely looks tough. You might notice the big bonnet bulge at the front, in black, with matching black […]
Renault Megane RS Cup now available with EDC auto
Renault Australia has now added an EDC automatic transmission option for the hot new Megane RS Cup. It joins the Megane RS Sport which has been available with both the manual and dual-clutch auto. Offering the EDC dual-clutch auto for the RS Cup opens up its market reach, but it […]
Aston Martin Vantage AMR revealed, 200 being made
Following up from yesterday’s teaser, Aston Martin has now unveiled the new Vantage AMR. It joins the showroom as a limited edition model, and comes exclusively with a seven-speed manual transmission. First thing’s first, the engine. It isn’t a V12 or even a higher-output version of the existing V8. Instead, […]
2019 Isuzu D-Max & MU-X now on sale, 6-year warranty
The ute and 7-seat SUV segments are about to get even fizzier with the Australia arrival of the 2019 Isuzu D-Max and MU-X. These make their official debut this week. So, what’s new? Well, the 2019 D-Max comes in for a new front bumper bar with redesigned grille areas. New […]
2019 Isuzu D-Max & MU-X review – Australian launch
Isuzu Ute has launched the MY2019 Isuzu D-Max and MU-X range in Australia. While there aren’t any big changes, loyal customers will appreciate the fact the tried, tested, and very trusted formula carries on. The D-Max and MU-X continue to share the same running gear, with a 3.0-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder […]
Aston Martin Vantage AMR coming with manual transmission
Yep, Aston Martin is kicking on with the manual transmission, releasing this teaser image ahead of the new option that will soon be available in the form of the Vantage AMR. The teaser image is pretty blunt but also very clear. It simply shows three pedals in the traditional format, […]
2020 Honda Civic Type R facelift spotted (video)
Honda has been spotted testing the potential 2020 facelift for the multi-record-breaking Honda Civic Type R out on the Nurburgring. Some believe Honda could be fine-tuning either a more hardcore version of the Type R, or a more relaxed and luxurious version. Both options are apparently on the cards. Honda […]