BMW has been spotted testing the proper M version of the latest G01 BMW X3 in prototype form. And it looks quick, and even kicks sideways on a few corners. The X3 M is set to come in above the M40i. The new M model will be the first to […]
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.
Koenigsegg officially launches in Australia in June
Looking to buy a new hypercar in Australia? You’ll be interested to hear Koenigsegg is coming Down Under very soon, bringing the crazy Swedish supercars to local shores for the first time. Prodigy Automotive is teaming up with Lorbek Luxury Cars to open the first official, factory-backed Koenigsegg showroom in […]
2019 Ford Everest revealed for Australia, on sale fourth quarter
Following yesterday’s announcement of the 2019 Ford Ranger, details of the 2019 Ford Everest have been released. And yes, as you may have guessed, the model update will include the new engine and 10-speed automatic. The MY19 Ford Everest will launch with a new 2.0-litre twin-turbo four-cylinder diesel engine producing […]
2018 VW Polo recalled in Australia, potentially dodgy seat belt
Volkswagen Australia has announced a safety-related recall for the 2018 Polo, involving the rear seat belt for the centre seat which could unintentionally release without warning. What could be seen as a sign of poor build quality, affected vehicles could feature a dodgy rear centre seat belt lock which could […]
Lexus LQ trademark found, for production LF-1 Limitless?
Remember the stunning Lexus LF-1 Limitless concept from earlier in the year? It seems the production version might have a name; the Lexus LQ. Production of the large luxury crossover hasn’t been officially confirmed just yet, but like with most concepts that Lexus makes, a showroom version is highly likely. […]
Hyundai Kona N under development, awaiting green light – report
Hyundai launched its first N Performance car this year, the cracking little i30 N. And while the company says it is waiting to see the response from consumers and the public before it decides on additional models, a Kona N Performance model could be next on the agenda. The small SUV […]
2019 Volvo S60 will cut diesel option, debuts soon
Volvo has confirmed it will be introducing the all-new 2019 Volvo S60 sedan during this second quarter very soon, and it will be the first Volvo not offering a diesel engine option. As many overseas countries propose bans for diesel engines, Volvo is jumping onto the trend nice and early […]
New Honda NSX Type R to arrive by 2020 – rumour
Honda is rumoured to be working on a hotted-up version of the latest NSX. Yep, a new Honda NSX Type R could be on the way. The news stems from a Japanese report by Spyder7, which seems to suggest Honda has given the go-ahead for a Type R version. Specific […]