Kia is planning to unveil a new SUV at the Chicago Auto Show in February, called the Niro HUV. It’s a new hybrid utility vehicle. Some teaser renderings have been released to build anticipation. The Niro HUV will showcase a dedicated hybrid powertrain system which aims to “add a fresh […]
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.
Lamborghini posts record sales in 2015, best year ever
Lamborghini has released its global sales figures for 2015, with another successful and record-breaking result for the Italian supercar maker. Sales of the supercar brand rose 28 per cent in 2015, to 3245 units. This is the highest annual figure ever achieved by the company, easily surpassing the 3000 mark […]
Infiniti Q60 revealed as company’s new sports coupe, up to 298kW
Infiniti has unveiled the new Q60 sports coupe which replaces the old G37 coupe. It joins the refreshed Infiniti range, showing off the company’s latest design language. You could describe the Q60 as the coupe version of the Q50 sedan. It features a front-engine, rear-wheel drive layout underneath (all-wheel drive […]
Buick Avista concept unveiled at Detroit auto show
Buick has unveiled an interesting new concept car at the Detroit auto show, called the Avista concept. It’s designed as grand touring coupe of the future. Starting with the styling, the Avista takes on a bold and curvaceous theme, with a big open front grille, contoured bonnet, front guard vents […]
Lexus LC 500 unveiled with 10spd auto, confirmed for Australia
As predicted, Lexus was indeed planning to unveil the all-new Lexus LC 500 super sports car at the Detroit auto show. Excitingly, the new model has already been confirmed for Australia. Clearly inspired by the LF-LC concept car, the new LC is built on a brand new platform called the […]
Caterham Seven 620S announced, more sane version of 620R
Track car fans will be excited to hear Caterham has launched a new option pack, called the Seven 620S. It’s designed to be a slightly more liveable version of the 620R – the fastest production car the company has ever made. Caterham is giving the option to 620 buyers that […]
Volkswagen Tiguan GTE Active concept revealed
Volkswagen has jumped straight out of the gate with its plans for the Detroit auto show, starting tomorrow, unveiling its new Tiguan GTE Active concept. Based on the all-new Tiguan revealed last year, the GTE Active goes for a more rugged, and rough and ready personality. It features big balloony […]
Lotus Exclusive announced, offers unique personalisation options
Like Ferrari’s tailor-made program, Jaguar Land Rover’s special vehicle operations, and McLaren’s MSO special operations, Lotus has now opened up its new Lotus Exclusive program. Devised under the Lotus Design team, the British company is now offering buyers a wide range of special options and personalisation services. Options span from […]