Hyundai has unveiled the “all-new” 2017 Elantra at the Los Angeles Auto Show. It showcases a sharp new exterior design, instantly recognisable by the company’s new signature hexagonal grille layout. Overall, the 2017 Elantra is 203mm longer and 25mm wider than the model it replaces. This means there is more […]
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.
Infiniti QX30 production model unveiled at LA show
It might seem like you’ve already seen this vehicle, but in fact this is the first time Infiniti has shown the new QX30 small luxury crossover. It has just made its debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show. There have been various concepts and of course the Q30 hatch, but […]
BMW i3 Shadow Sport special edition revealed
Following a preview yesterday, BMW has now gone ahead and unveiled the i3 Shadow Sport special edition at the LA Auto Show. As predicted, the special edition is merely a range of sporty cosmetic highlights, including some blue trimmings and an optional Deka World grey interior. It’s based on the […]
2016 Fiat 124 Spider revealed, gets 1.4 turbo engine
Fiat has finally revealed the hugely anticipated new Fiat 124 Spider at the 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show. This is the sister car to the new Mazda MX-5. Looking a little bit Dodge-like from some angles, the new Fiat 124 Spider shares only the underpinnings and the interior with the […]
Lamborghini Huracan LP 580-2 unveiled, gets RWD drivetrain
Burnout and drifting enthusiasts will be excited to hear Lamborghini has unveiled the new Huracan LP 580-2 rear-wheel drive V10 supercar. As previously suspected, Lamborghini was indeed planning a rear-drive version of its newest model. Lamborghini says it has been designed for “driving fun”, allowing drivers to interpret the feedback […]
2015 Tesla Model S P90D review (video)
This is it, the grand daddy of all Tesla models. Introducing the Model S P90D, featuring the now-famous “Ludicrous” speed pack and the revolutionary Autopilot cruise control system. If you haven’t heard of or seen a Model S by now all you need to know is it’s a fully electric […]
2016 Mazda CX-9 revealed in leaked e-brochure
Images depicting the new 2016 Mazda CX-9 large SUV have surfaced online, believed to be taken from an official in-house brochure of some kind. Mazda is planning to unveil the new CX-9 at the Los Angeles Auto Show this week, showcasing an all-new design borrowing from the company’s “Kodo” styling […]
Alfa Romeo Giulia spec sheet leaked online; 2.0T & 2.2 diesel confirmed
We’re all looking forward to the hot new Alfa Romeo Giulia QV, however, the Italian marque will also launch a range of regular petrol and diesel options as well. Details and images of such versions are yet to be officially revealed. An apparent official spec sheet has now leaked online […]