Newly reformed Datsun brand, still owned by Nissan, has unveiled a funky new SUV concept called the GO-cross at the Auto Expo event in India. The iconic brand now builds vehicles for emerging markets, and so what better place to unveil the GO-cross than at Auto Expo. It’s seen as […]
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.
Last 40 Peugeot RCZ models on sale, $49,990 drive-away
Peugeot’s local distributor, Sime Darby Motors, has announced it is offering buyers the last 40 examples of the RCZ to go on sale in Australia from just $49,990 drive away. The deal doesn’t include the performance-oriented RCZ-R. Instead, buyers have the choice of a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine producing 147kW […]
1957 Ferrari 335 S Scaglietti sells for record US$35.7 million
An exquisite 1957 Ferrari 335 Sport Scaglietti has sold at auction for a record 32 million euros (US$35.7m), making it, allegedly, the most expensive car ever sold in Europe. The current world record, as far as we know, was set by a Ferrari 250 GTO that sold for US$38 million […]
2016 Ford Falcon XR6 Turbo Sprint 325kW, XR8 Sprint 345kW – rumour
Rumours are ablaze at the moment surrounding specifications and details regarding the upcoming 2016 Ford Falcon XR6 Turbo Sprint and XR8 Sprint. According to rumours, the XR6 Turbo Sprint will indeed receive the high-output version of the 4.0-litre turbocharged inline six. However, instead of producing 310kW like in the previous […]
Porsche Exclusive reveals new options with 911 Carrera S cabriolet
Porsche’s personalisation division, Porsche Exclusive, has announced a luxury-focused option package for the iconic 911 sports car. Specifically, it has used the new 911 Carrera S cabriolet to showcase a range of options that are now available to customers. Options include a Jet Black Metallic exterior, 20-inch light grey alloy […]
2017 Volvo V90 wagon to be revealed on February 18
Volvo will unveil the new V90 large luxury wagon later this month, ready to take on the likes of the Audi A6 and BMW 5 Series wagon variants. Despite the recent boom in SUVs, Volvo is remaining committed to its extensive station wagon pedigree. The V90 will be looking to […]
Suzuki Baleno RS concept debuts at Auto Expo
Suzuki Australia confirmed the new Baleno will go on sale locally later this year. And now we get a taste of its sporty potential with the unveiling of the Baleno RS concept. Suzuki unveiled the Baleno RS concept and a new Ignis concept at the Auto Expo event in India, […]
Sporty fastback version of Bentley Bentayga confirmed by CEO
It seems Bentley isn’t going to launch only one new SUV, it’s already planning at least a second version that will take on the fashionable four-door coupe shape. Speaking with media, Bentley CEO Wolfgang Duerheimer said the design team have begun work on a performance-themed fastback version of the upcoming […]