Before the new M5 came along BMW offered the M550i xDrive, available in overseas markets. It’s an intermediate performance sedan that almost offers the same acceleration as the new M5. Renowned BMW tuner AC Schnitzer has come up with a package that helps give the model are more sporting look. […]
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.
Tesla share price drop on the mend, increased focus on Model 3 production
Tesla’s share price appears to be recovering thanks to increased production of the new Model 3 mid-sizer, following a recent nosedive. Production topped 2020 units in the last week alone but it is still far behind its targets. The Tesla Model 3 is a highly-anticipated vehicle. But the problem is, […]
Rolls-Royce Cullinan development to be broadcast by National Geographic
The Rolls-Royce Cullinan SUV is undergoing its final stages of development and testing, and National Geographic has decided to work with the luxury carmaker to document the journey. If you haven’t heard of the Cullinan – named after the largest diamond ever found and recorded – it is the first […]
Ferrari caught testing 488-based hybrid prototype (video)
Ferrari has been caught testing an interesting prototype on its own Fiorano test track in Italy. Why so interesting? It appears to be based on the 488 GTB, but it sounds… well the sound is non-existence. The LaFerrari hypercar features a hybrid powertrain comprising of a monster V12 engine with […]
For Sale: BMW E30 3 Series with Honda F20C engine conversion
An interesting car has popped up on eBay. It’s a BMW E30 3 Series featuring a Honda F20C (S2000) engine conversion, with a supercharger thrown in for good measure. It seems like the perfect combination. The BMW E30 M3 is known for being a lightweight, raw, high-revving driver’s car. But […]
McLaren announces Track Pack for 570S Spider
Not happy with the track presence of your McLaren 570S Spider? The British company has just announced a pack that may be of interest to you. Enter, the Track Pack. Developed specifically for the 570S Spider, which sits at the top of the Sports Series range, the Track Pack garnishes […]
2019 Ford Focus previewed, debuts April 10 (video)
Ford is preparing to unveil the all-new Ford Focus next week, and has sent out a teaser video to get the excitement started. The video was posted up onto Ford’s Romanian Facebook page. The teaser shows some glimpses of various details, including the new-look, Volvo-like LED headlights, freshly-styled alloy wheels, […]
2019 Kia Carnival facelift revealed, V6 gets 8-speed auto
The facelifted Kia Carnival has been revealed at the New York auto show, in the form of the 2019 Kia Sedona. It features more safety technology, a revised look, and added convenience. Badged as the Sedona overseas, the 2019 Carnival comes in for a facelift rather than a complete overhaul. […]