With a new range-topping Turbo S, more economical hybrid iterations in both twin-turbo V6 and V8 forms, and a smartened-up lineup, the 2021 Porsche Panamera reminds us how appealing a luxury sedan layout can be. Well, this is actually a four-door coupe due to its hatch tailgate at the back. […]
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.
Facelifted 2021 Toyota Camry now on sale in Australia
Toyota Australia has officially launched the facelifted 2021 Camry range, which includes more hybrid options and a new, more powerful petrol option. The new range spans from the Ascent, Ascent Sport, SX, and to the top SL. The top three feature flared side fins and a lower spoiler, providing some […]
2022 Nissan GT-R Nismo update debuts with special edition
Yep, the Nissan GT-R R35 lives on for yet another year. The company has just unveiled a 2022 Nismo GT-R update, which will launch in Japan in October. Coinciding with the introduction of the new model, Nissan is also launching a special edition version which is coated in a Nismo-exclusive […]
2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo & Turbo S review – Australian launch (video)
Welcome to Porsche’s first series production electric vehicle and the quickest vehicle we’ve ever tested. It’s called the Taycan, and what we’re focusing on here are the flagship Turbo and Turbo S variants. There is no turbocharger, despite what the badge might suggest. The name is simply following tradition and […]
300 Series Toyota LandCruiser 3.3L diesel V6 outputs leaked – report
More details of the highly-anticipated 300 Series Toyota LandCruiser have potentially been confirmed, with outputs leaked for the 3.3-litre V6 turbo-diesel and 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 petrol. We’ve heard about these two engines in the recent past. They’re expected to be the main offerings, while a petrol V6 and hybrid are […]
Hyundai confirms new 8-speed DCT for Kona N, 280PS 2.0T
Hyundai has confirmed some more details of its upcoming Kona N high performance small SUV, including locking in the company’s latest 8-speed wet-type dual-clutch transmission (DCT). It was always a given that the eight-speed would be used since the facelifted i30 N gets it. The transmission will offer a range […]
BMW global sales up 33.5% in Q1, up 11% in Australia
It looks like the auto industry around the world is starting to show good signs of recovery. BMW Group has just announced its first quarter sales are up 33.5 per cent, with growth reported in all major markets around the world. BMW Group, which includes MINI and Rolls-Royce, sold 636,606 […]
2021 Porsche 911 Turbo review – Australian launch (video)
The new king has arrived. It’s bigger, more powerful, and more intelligent than ever. But can the fresh 992 generation Porsche 911 Turbo reset not only the class benchmarks, but also its own benchmark? We’re at The Bend Motorsport Park in South Australia to find out. Porsche unveiled the 992 […]