The first image of the Fiat Toro pickup has been released, giving us a preview to the upcoming Italian workhorse. Although it looks like a big heavy-duty ute, the Toro (bull, in Italian), is set to be based on the small Jeep Renegade SUV. Fiat has confirmed it will come […]
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.
Hardcore Pagani Huayra prototype spotted, LaFerrari rival? (video)
Pagani has been spotted test driving a prototype Huayra at San Martino del Lago circuit in Italy, featuring a number of serious aero enhancements. There’s the LaFerrari, the McLaren P1, the Lamborghini Aventador SV, and the Porsche 918 Spyder. However, Pagani doesn’t currently offer a stripped out, track-ready version of […]
Jeep Renegade now on sale in Australia from $29,500
The Jeep Renegade has been officially launched in Australia, ready to compete in the increasingly popular compact SUV market segment. Four main models lines are being introduced locally, spanning from the Sport, Longitude, Limited, to the range-topping Trailhawk. These are divided up by three different engine options, with most featuring […]
2015 Renault Clio R.S. 200 Cup review (video)
It carries such a reputable nameplate, but can the 2015 Renault Clio R.S. 200 Cup still be the best compact driver’s hot hatch with such fierce rivals fighting for the lead? The Clio R.S., or Renault Sport, is one of the veterans of the compact hot hatch segment. It blends […]
Video: 2016 Volvo XC90 T6 review (POV) on PDriveTV
Welcome to Volvo’s most advanced production car yet, the new XC90. We’re testing the 2016 Volvo XC90 T6 Inscription version, and to give you some insight before the main review we’ve put together some point-of-view (POV) footage of our test drive for your viewing pleasure. The 2016 Volvo XC90 is […]
Video: Ferrari F12tdf V12 engine detailed
Following the unveiling of the epic Ferrari F12tdf earlier this week, the company has now released a video detailing the insane V12 engine that lies within. The F12tdf is a more hardcore version of the F12, featuring a tuned version of the 6.3-litre V12 engine. Power now tops out at […]
Audi A5 DTM selection 3.0 TDI special edition announced
A new special edition Audi A5 has been announced, called the DTM selection. Just 50 examples will be made. It leads into the introduction of the all-new model coming next year. Based on the 3.0 TDI A5, the DTM selection uses a 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 engine. Power remains at 180kW […]
Volvo XC40 SUV coming in 2018, all-new V40 in 2019 – report
Volvo is reportedly working on a new compact SUV dubbed the XC40, which will be followed by the next-generation V40 hatch. Both are set to use an all-new ‘Compact Modular Architecture’ (CMA) platform. The XC40 – name not yet officially confirmed – will be underpinned by a fresh platform called […]