Old-school Mazda rotary fans will be excited about this one. It’s a Mazda RX concept, making its debut at the Tokyo show, seemingly locking in a future RX sports car. Called the RX-VISION, the concept possesses a unique two-door sports car design, with a front-engine, rear-wheel drive layout underneath […]
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.
Subaru previews future Impreza with stylish concept
Subaru is unveiling a futuristic Impreza five-door concept at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show, previewing the humble hatch’s new design direction. The company says the concept “previews the next generation Impreza”, indicating a clear and concrete insight into the next model. It showcases a completely new styling theme, aside from […]
BMW boss confirms new ‘i’ model above i3 – i5?
We’ve heard many reports and rumours about a new BMW i model, but now the company’s CEO has confirmed there is such a vehicle on the way. Speaking with Die Zeit, German publication, BMW boss Harold Krueger said soon there will be another electric i-model on the market. He confirmed […]
2016 BMW 7 Series on sale in Australia from $217,500
BMW Australia has announced local pricing and specifications for the all-new 7 Series luxury sedan, which arrives in November. Five model grades will be available in Australia, ranging from the 730d, 740i, 740iL, 750i, to the flagship 750iL. All feature a turbocharged engine, and all boast a number of impressive […]
Hyundai Santa Fe Series II facelift gets revised engines, more equipment
Hyundai Australia will launch the 2015-2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Series II very soon, bringing a range of updates to the exterior and interior, increased safety, and even more standard equipment. Three key variants grades will continue to be offered, plus the sporty SR model later down the track. These continue […]
Toyota reclaims global sales lead, VW unlikely to bounce back
Toyota overtook Volkswagen as the leader in global vehicle sales last month, reclaiming the top position it often holds. Likely prompted by the diesel scandal, Volkswagen was unable to keep its sales lead through September. VW reported 7.43 million sales around the world for the month, while Toyota reported 7.49 […]
2016 Honda NSX specifications confirmed: 427kW, 7500rpm redline
Having recently confirmed a twin-turbo V6 hybrid system for the new 2016 Honda/Acura NSX, more specific numbers have now (finally) been confirmed. At a first-drive launch in the USA, Honda – Acura, locally – confirmed the new NSX’s 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 produces 373kW and 550Nm, capable of a 7500rpm redline, […]
Maserati Levante prototype spotted on the Nurburgring (video)
Maserati has been spotted test driving a prototype version of the highly anticipated Levante SUV out on the Nurburgring in Germany. Seeing an SUV being developed at the notoriously demanding circuit usually means the carmaker is quite serious about handling and performance. As such, the Maserati Levante is set to […]