We are no strangers to BMW engine transplants here at PD, whether that be an M2 with an M3’s beefier six, a 1970s BMW CS receiving an E39 M5 V8, a Hartge H50 3 Series with M5 V10… even a 1 Series with a triple-turbo diesel. More recently though, we […]
Mitchell Jones
Mitchell is a contributing journalist at PerformanceDrive. He has been a passionate petrol-head from a very young age. He is excited by the future of the industry, and considers himself as a bit of a fanatic when it comes to the technical aspects of cars. He is also fascinated by new cars that are popping up in developing markets.
THX concept envisaged as future EV sports car
A freelance Ukranian designer has created what he describes as the “next-generation” EV; a racy sports car for 2030. Yevheniy Bratchyk’s THX is clearly inspired by the success of Tesla and other electric vehicle manufacturers. But unlike those, “it is created by people that are crazy about science-fiction movies”. Targeted […]
Opel Karl Rocks revealed, baby crossover based on Spark
Opel is bringing a crossover version of its Karl micro car to the Paris Motor Show, called the Karl Rocks. It’s name after company founder Adam Opel’s oldest son, Carl. It also follows a similar name theme to the Opel Adam Rocks. With an 18mm increase in ride height over […]
Jeep Compass/Patriot replacement to debut at LA show
At November’s LA Auto Show, Jeep will reveal the Compass and Patriot successor, where both products are set to merge to one small mid-size SUV. The new model will be based on the Fiat Chrysler ‘Compact Wide’ platform, which is a lengthened and widened adaptation of Fiat’s Compact platform used […]
SsangYong LIV-2 SUV concept previewed before Paris
Korean car manufacturer SsangYong has shown, in digital form, its LIV-2 SUV concept ahead of its real-life unveiling at the end of this month at the Paris Motor Show. Said to preview the next-generation Rexton, the LIV-2 ushers in a new design language from the brand, and evolves from the […]
Haval H6 now on sale in Australia from $29,990
Haval’s fourth model line has arrived in Australia with an introductory drive-away price of $29,990 until the end of the year. The Chinese SUV maker hopes the H6 will take the company to a new level, with Range Rover Evoque-esque styling including the floating D-pillar treatment. Two variants are available; […]
Is this the new look for the 2018 Toyota Camry?
The front end design of the all-new 2018 Toyota Camry may have been revealed at some level, thanks to a leaked photo of the brand’s NASCAR entry for next year. The photo popped up on Instagram, and shows a more aggressive and Lexus-esque front end with elements of the new […]
New Hyundai i30 1.6T ‘hot hatch’ debuts in South Korea (video)
A “hot hatch” version of Hyundai’s new, third-generation i30 is getting ready to launch in South Korea, previewed by a forthcoming commercial for the car in its home land. To slot in between the hi-po i30 N (which should have around 200kW) and 124kW 2.0L SR warm hatch, the new […]