Hyundai’s performance ‘N’ range has the competition clutching its pearls, especially with the 2022 i30 sedan N in the company’s arsenal. It is the complete performance package, fit for the track and ready to raise adrenaline levels. The South Korean brand has dug its heels in by offering a full […]
Mark Davis
Mark is a contributing road tester at PerformanceDrive. With the soul and background of an IT nerd, Mark especially appreciates technology advances, safety, and attention to detail. His first car was a rusty powder blue 1972 Volvo 144 sedan. When he's not road testing vehicles, his daily drive is still a Volvo only now it's able to steer and brake all by itself.
2022 Genesis G80 Sport 3.5T review (video)
The declining (sales down 27.9% so far this year) large premium sedan market takes another shake-up with the ambitious 2022 Genesis G80 Sport. First released in 2020, the second generation G80 has been updated for 2022 with a tweaked external design, added tech, and new trim options. German competitors like […]
2022 Audi A3 40 TFSI Sportback review (video)
Audi exerts itself as a car brand for those who only opt for the highest standards in design and quality. With a winning formula for 25 years, the fourth generation A3 continues that recipe with the addition of more tech, a fresher design and a higher price tag. Options in […]
2022 Mazda CX-30 G25 Touring SP review
You might have met the popular Mazda CX-3 and CX-5 SUVs before. If you thought the CX-3 was a little too small and the CX-5 was a little too big, Mazda has the perfect ‘Goldilocks and the three bears’ offering for you; the Mazda CX-30. First launched in 2020, the […]
2022 Hyundai Tucson Highlander vs Kia Sportage GT-Line: Comparison (video)
Hyundai has done well for itself with the Tucson. It consistently appears in the top five most popular mid-sized SUVs. And it is one of the toughest market segments. However, there has been an influx of competitive new models coming out lately, including its cousin, the Kia Sportage. According to […]
2022 Lexus ES 300h Sports Luxury review (video)
Nowadays, it’s a rare occurrence for a luxury sedan to cross our desk. With the popularity of SUVs, it’s refreshing to get the opportunity to ride in a wholesome, luxury four-door such as the 2022 Lexus ES. Sophisticated and indulgent. And it just so happens to offer class-leading fuel efficiency […]
2022 BMW X4 xDrive30i review (video)
As the SUV market flourishes, it only makes sense to create another body style within the SUV realm. In 2014, the BMW X4 joined its bigger sibling, the BMW X6, offering a sportier, coupe-like design alternative to the X3. Fast forward to 2022, and the BMW X4 now competes against […]
2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5 RWD review (video)
As electric vehicle technology continues to advance and grow in popularity, so does the EV lineup. The Hyundai IONIQ name was first launched as a hybrid and all-electric model in 2019. Now, IONIQ has turned into its own sub-brand – one that will eventually mother many EV-only models. First off […]