The all-new 2015 Mazda2 has been launched in Australia, bringing a fresh new design to the popular compact, with more advanced technology and increased engine power. Three variant grades are on offer, including the Neo, the Maxx, and the Genki. Each are available with either a six-speed manual or six-speed […]
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.
Porsche Cayman GT4 confirmed via website blunder
Porsche has accidentally (or purposely) confirmed a new Cayman GT4 is coming and will sit as the model’s flagship and most serious variant. The model was listed on the company’s North American website, briefly, before being pulled down. It was mentioned in the American Driving Experiences section and placed above […]
Mazda CX-3 confirmed as new junior SUV, LA debut
After lots of speculation and rumours, Mazda has finally confirmed it is planning a small crossover to sit below the CX-5, called the CX-3. It will make its official debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show next month. The new model is expected to be like a jumped up crossover […]
Holden boss Gerry Dorizas resigns after 7 months
Holden chairman and managing director Gerry Dorizas has resigned after just seven months on the job. Dorizas took over the helm just after Holden announced it was closing down local manufacturing in 2017. Despite the setback in Holden’s future plans, General Motors is predictably staying confident in the local brand […]
2015 Volvo S60 & V60 Polestar review – Australian launch
The evolution of the performance Polestar brand continues with the launch of the 2015 Volvo S60 and V60 Polestar. Handling has been fine-tuned, technology is updated, and the styling has been tweaked. German performance cars, step aside, the Swedes are on the way to setting new benchmarks. Australia was the […]
2015 Volvo S60 & V60 Polestar on sale from $99,990
Volvo Australia has launched the updated 2015 S60 and V60 Polestar high-performance range, bringing updates to technology, safety, styling, and of course, performance. The V60 wagon variant joins the lineup for the first time. This is now the third generation of the S60-based Polestar after initially being introduced to the […]
Subaru Forester STI previewed, new performance SUV
Subaru is planning to unveil the 2015 Forester STI high-performance SUV next month, inspired by the Forester STI tS concept from earlier in the year. Think of it as like a WRX STI that’s more prepared for rugged terrain. Although Subaru is yet to confirm anything the Forester STI is […]
Ford Troller T4 concept to debut at Sau Paulo show
How’s this for a rugged little concept SUV. It’s called the Ford Troller T4. It shows how a real sports utility vehicle (SUV) is done, offering proper off-road performance and capability. The concept is built by Ford Brazil and it will be showcased at the Sao Paulo Motor Show in […]