Production of Mazda’s stylish new CX-5 has commenced in Japan, ready for its home market introduction in February before landing in Australia during the first half of 2017. The CX-5 is currently the best-selling SUV in Australia, with one million produced globally by April in 2015. This makes it the […]
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.
2017 Ford Fiesta revealed, ‘Fiesta Active’ crossover added to range
Ford has revealed the next-gen, 2017 Fiesta, showcasing a new-look design inside and out while adding some of its latest technologies for improved on-board entertainment and functionality. Four variant lines have been revealed, spanning from the Titanium, the ST-Line, the luxury Vignale, and a all-new Fiesta Active crossover. All four […]
Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk to feature AWD with torque-vectoring
Jeep has all but officially confirmed a Grand Cherokee Trackhawk, however, CEO Mike Manley has and the company was found to have trademarked the name. Until now it was thought it would use a rear-wheel drive system but this might not be the case. According to rumours the Grand Cherokee […]
2018 Kia GT sports car spotted, could become RWD model for Australia
An image of Kia’s long-rumoured and recently-spotted rear-wheel drive sports car has surfaced online, giving us a first look at the brand’s intention for the four-door coupe segment. Set to sit above the Optima, the car is inspired by the Kia GT concept from a few years back. And as […]
BMW reveals M Performance parts for 2017 5 Series
BMW has unveiled a range of M Performance enhancements that will be available for the recently-revealed G30 5 Series next year, bringing enhanced styling and increased engine performance. Starting with the styling, BMW has added its usual M Performance carbon fibre intensive theme, with black grilles at the front, black […]
2017 Mazda CX-5 MPS turbo rendered, good idea?
Mazda revealed the new-look, second-generation CX-5 last week, showcasing a sporty new exterior and spruced up interior. But unfortunately for us performance car enthusiasts there is still no MPS-style performance variant. Digital artist X-Tomi Design has come up with a mock up of what such a variant could look like. […]
Infiniti Q60 now on sale in Australia from $62,900
The new Infiniti Q60 sport-luxury coupe has touched down in Australia in 2.0T form, with the impressively-powerful Red Sport 3.0TT arriving early next year. The Q60 is the successor of the G coupe. Infiniti has given its latest coupe a distinct design synonymous with the Japanese brand. At the front […]
McLaren announces 570S ‘Design Editions’
McLaren has revealed a range of special Design Editions based on the 570S supercar, giving potential buyers a preview of the customisation possibilities. Five special editions were created, using inspiration derived directly from the designers at McLaren, with unique colours and trimmings making the cars more exclusive than the standard […]