Renault Australia is introducing two new special edition models based on the Clio hatch and Captur mini SUV. They are called the Expression+. Extending on the standard equipment of the Clio Expression EDC automatic (dual-clutch), the plus package adds unique 16-inch alloy wheels in black, auto headlights and wipers, and […]
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.
Volkswagen Golf R wagon special edition now on sale
The awesome Volkswagen Golf R wagon has touched down in Australia in the form of the Wolfsburg special edition. It is available in strictly limited numbers only. Based on the Golf wagon, the humble runabout is given the running gear of the simply excellent Golf R hatch. This includes the […]
Ford Everest gathers interest, on sale very soon
The upcoming Ford Everest has apparently gathered the interest of over 11,000 potential buyers, according to the local arm. Ford Australia says the Everest is the company’s second most popular vehicle searched on its website, behind the Ranger ute on which it is based. Over 11,000 punters have also “flagged” […]
Volkswagen Golf Alltrack on sale in Australia from $37,990
The adventurous little Volkswagen Golf Alltrack has landed in Australia, bringing 4MOTION technology to a jumped-up version of the Golf wagon. It comes in a single trim line and powertrain package, consisting of a 1.8-litre TSI turbo-petrol four-cylinder. The engine produces 132kW of power and 280Nm of torque, sending force […]
2015 Tesla Model S P85D review (video)
No other car currently on the market is able to capture the curiosity of the greater public like the Tesla Model S P85D. It is a means of transport like no other, breaking a few world records in the process. For those who don’t know what it is and who […]
2016 Subaru Forester facelift leaks online
Images that seem to show the 2016 Subaru Forester facelift have surfaced online, with an official debut expected by the end of the year. The current, fourth-gen Forester has only been on sale since 2014. However, it seems Subaru is planning a light update for the mid-size SUV. Brochure scans […]
Volkswagen CEO Martin Winterkorn resigns following emissions scandal
Volkswagen CEO Martin Winterkorn has resigned following a massive scandal which resulted in VW admitting to cheating emissions tests with around 11 million vehicles worldwide. The news broke at the weekend whereby Volkswagen was found to be using a special computer program on vehicles fitted with the 2.0 TDI turbo-diesel. […]
2015 Kia Sorento SLi V6 review (video)
It wasn’t long ago when good, reasonably-priced seven-seat SUVs were hard to come by. Now, there are a bunch to choose from. Kia’s latest attempt, the 2015 Sorento, could very well be the best value out of them all. Kia introduced the new, third-gen model locally in June. It continues […]