A prototype version of the next-gen, 2019 Chevrolet C8 Corvette has been spotted out and about in the US, showing hints of its much-rumoured mid-engined layout. The prototype, thanks to these images posted up by Autoevolution, shows a clear supercar-like body, with a much longer rear end than the current […]
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.
Gran Turismo Sport debuts in Australia, special event at Time Attack Challenge
The legendary Gran Turismo gaming series is continuing its evolution, with the next instalment, Gran Turismo Sport, hitting stores on October 18 next week. In the lead up to the debut some Australian media, including PD, were given a first go at the new game during a special presentation at […]
Aston Martin DB11 Volante revealed, gets 4.0TT V8 (video)
James Bond, your new weekend vehicle has arrived. Introducing the Aston Martin DB11 Volante, where “beauty is a world above”, according to the company. This is the drop-top version of the DB11, and it’s powered by the new 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine producing 375kW. It’s lighter and more rigid than […]
2018 Toyota Fortuner now on sale, prices cut by $5000
Some updates have been announced for the introduction of the 2018 Toyota Fortuner, with prices sashed across the range by at least $5000. Yep, five grand. Toyota Australia is obviously looking to give the off-roader a more compelling edge in the tough market segment, with prices now kicking off from […]
2017 Hyundai Kona review – Australian launch (video)
Hyundai is bouncing back into the small SUV scene with the new Kona, named after a Hawaiian coastline. And boy does it make an entrance. The design has been three years in the making. On first impressions, we think the designers have hit the bullseye. You may remember the ix35 […]
Nissan GT-R driven with PlayStation DualShock controller hits 211km/h (video)
To celebrate the release of the new Sony PlayStation game Gran Turismo Sport, Nissan has put together a neat little stunt which involves driving a GT-R via a DualShock 4 PlayStation controller at high speed. Put together by Nissan Great Britain, the team hooked up a DualShock controller to allow […]
McLaren 570S Spider debuts in Australia, priced from $435,750
The stunning new McLaren 570S Spider has made its Australian debut in Sydney today, arriving as the most affordable convertible Macca on the market. Initially unveiled in June this year, the 570S Spider is part of the Sports Series family. In fact, it is the upper-most variant of the Sports […]
Volvo 240 GL LS1 V8 conversion project: Part 13 – engine in
Yes, we’re still building our crazy Volvo 240 GL with an LS1 Chevrolet V8 engine conversion. You might have thought we forgot about it but don’t worry, it is just around the corner now. In the past few months George from Pro Flow Fab & Dyno has been busy. Very busy, actually, […]