Volvo has unveiled a fresh update for introduction of the 2020 Volvo XC90 large SUV, debuting brand new electrified engine options including a new naming structure with B-badged variants. New badges will be introduced for a number of Volvo models in the future, with the badge B5 to be used […]
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.
2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA production commences
Production of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA has commenced at the Kecskemét facility in Hungary, ahead of its showroom arrival penned in for later this year. The new model was originally unveiled just last month, at the 2019 Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas. Just knowing the debut took place at […]
Hyundai Tucson N Line package coming soon
We’ve heard plenty of rumours and reports that the next Hyundai N model will be based on the Tucson SUV. But before that (potentially) arrives, it looks like there’s a Tucson N Line package coming. The company has sent out a preview confirming a slightly raced-up version of the Tucson. […]
2019 Audi SQ5 TDI revealed, gets electric turbo
After switching to petrol power for the latest-generation Audi SQ5, the company is now reintroducing a TDI diesel version for the 2019 model. It brings in a powerful new 48V mild hybrid system and an electronic turbo. Starting with the engine, it’s a 3.0-litre single-turbo V6 diesel. However, it receives […]
2019 Mazda3 Australian prices, specs announced
The all-new 2019 Mazda3 is getting ready to hit showrooms in Australia, with full pricing and specs confirmed this morning. Mazda promises the new model sets a new benchmark in the class. First unveiled in November last year, the 2019 Mazda3 showcases a “mature” expression of its Kodo: Soul of […]
508 Peugeot Sport concept looks mean, packs 500hp hybrid
You might remember the story from yesterday about Peugeot getting ready to unveil a new electrified model at the Geneva show. Well, this is it. The 508 Peugeot Sport Engineered Concept. It might only be a concept, but it looks awesome. You could even think of it as a modern […]
Peugeot emblem gets refresh for ‘MOTION & e-MOTION’ mantra
Peugeot will unveil a new-look version of its traditional Peugeot Lion emblem at the Geneva motor show next month, coinciding with the launch of a fresh brand signature that is being set up to mark its transition to electrification. Called ‘MOTION & e-MOTION’, which is an evolution of its ‘MOTION […]
Subaru VIZIV Adrenaline concept previewed ahead Geneva debut
A new concept from Subaru will be unveiled at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show next month, potentially previewing the next-gen XV small SUV. The concept is called the VIZIV Adrenaline. Following on from a range of other ‘VIZIV’ concepts, most of which inspired eventual production models, the Adrenaline version looks […]