BMW is launching a special M6 ‘Celebration Edition’ in Japan as part of BMW’s 100th anniversary celebrations. Just 13 examples are being made. Under the bonnet the M6 gets the high-boost version of the 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8, churning out 441kW of power (up from 412kW). This is the same tune […]
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.
Video: Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 spotted, most potent SUV in the class
Mercedes-Benz has been spotted test driving a prototype version of the upcoming GLC 63 AMG performance SUV, belting out some nice V8 noises. The GLC is Mercedes’s latest C-Class-sized SUV. With the AMG version, it’s set to become the first proper performance SUV in the segment – the only rival […]
BMW M3 30 Jahre edition celebrates M3 30th birthday
Remember the BMW M5 30 Jahre limited edition? BMW M has just announced a similar limited-run version of the M3 to celebrate its 30th anniversary. BMW M’s first production passenger car was the M5 based on the 5 Series, launched back in 1984. It was soon followed up by the […]
Subaru Levorg STI Sport revealed as new hotted up wagon
Remember the Subaru Levorg STI development promo from a few weeks ago? Subaru has now revealed the new beast in all its glory. The Subaru Levorg essentially brings back the idea of the WRX wagon. It’s based on the same platform and features a similar interior. So then, as you […]
2017 Nissan GT-R Nismo unveiled
Following the debut of the 2017 model year update for Nissan’s epic GT-R supercar, Nismo has unveiled its updated package for the twin-turbo monster. Nismo revealed the new model at the famous Nurburgring circuit in Germany, where the car has spent most of its time in testing and development. As […]
2016 Honda Accord update on sale in Australia from $32,990
Looking to buy a mid-size premium sedan without breaking the bank? Honda Australia has just announced the 2016 update for its Accord range. It showcases a refreshed design, an additional variant, and increased technology. Buyers can select between three variants of the new model, with the VTi back in the […]
2017 Subaru BRZ revealed; more power, updated design
Subaru of America has revealed the 2017 model year update for the sporty BRZ, bringing improvements to handling and performance, and some design tweaks. First up, what are the enhancements in handling and performance? No, it doesn’t get a turbocharger. Instead, the 2.0-litre naturally aspirated flat-four is tweaked to produce […]
Nissan planning Navara-based SUV to compete with Fortuner, Pajero Sport?
Nissan seems to be planning a new heavy-duty SUV based on the Navara ute, potentially offering seven seats. Prototypes have been spotted doing the rounds. Spy shots from other media (example: autoevolution) show an SUV wagon body design that is clearly based on the latest Navara NP300 double-cab ute body. […]