The BMW 2 Series range is expanding in Australia with the introduction of the 230i variant. It joins the existing 220i and M240i. It sits perfectly in the middle of the lineup, the 230i, offering fun power and performance and rear-wheel drive. Under the bonnet is a 2.0-litre turbo four-cylinder […]
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.
Hyundai i30 N Drive-N Limited Edition revealed, confirmed for Australia
Hot hatch fans will be excited to hear Hyundai Australia has secured 180 units of the just-revealed i30 N Drive-N Limited Edition, out of a global production cap of just 800 units. Yep, the name is clunky and seems like it’s mocking itself, but either way, we all love a […]
2022 Peugeot 508 GT Hybrid review (video)
The 2022 Peugeot 508 GT is already a sleek bit of gear, and quiet desirable in the shrinking world of executive fastback/sedans. Now, Peugeot offers a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version which should draw in more buyers while securing the sedan’s future. Peugeot Australia recently introduced two all-new PHEV models, based […]
2023 Ineos Grenadier lineup and full prices confirmed for Australia
Australian prices and specifications for the interesting new Ineos Grenadier have been revealed. It enters the local market as one of the most hardcore off-road SUVs you can buy. Clearly designed with inspiration from the old Land Rover Defender, three trim levels of the Grenadier are available in Australia. Including […]
2023 Ford Everest specs, towing capacity, trim levels confirmed
The all-new 2023 Ford Everest heavy-duty seven-seat SUV will launch in Australia in the second half of this year, but today all specs, variant levels, weights and capacities have been revealed. Four main grades will be available at launch, spanning from the Ambiente, Trend, Sport, and Platinum. These will be […]
2023 Toyota GR Supra debuts manual transmission, on sale in Australia Q4
Yes, it’s all of your hopes and dreams rolled into one, rear-wheel drive sports car package; the manual transmission Toyota GR Supra. It’s coming to Australia later this year. Toyota’s Gazoo Racing motorsport and sports car division has just unveiled the 2023 GR Supra update which includes a manual transmission […]
2023 Toyota RAV4 update adding safety, multimedia tech in Australia
The ever-popular Toyota RAV4 will become even more appealing later this year, with the 2023 update set to include upgraded safety systems, enhanced multimedia, and increased connectivity. Toyota Australia says the RAV4 update will include adding its latest multimedia system across the range, with USB-C connectivity and Toyota Connected Services. […]
2023 Toyota HiAce update adding rear barn door option in Australia
Toyota Australia is going to introduce a new rear barn door option for its trusty HiAce van in the second half of this year, providing customers with a new dimension of versatility. At the moment the current HiAce comes with a single, large up-swinging tailgate. Although these can be good […]