It’s a well-established fact that for some time now, Australians have been opting for automatic-equipped cars, favouring them over manual versions. So much so that manuals typically account for around 5-10 per cent of sales. It is now at the stage where automakers are deleting the choice altogether for Australians. […]
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.
New TVR previewed again, weight & performance details emerge
More details and a teaser of the upcoming TVR revival – spearheaded by a new sports car – have hit the web following the new car’s September unveiling. Thanks to previous teasers, we’ve seen a silhouette picture of the front end, revealing headlamp profile and grille shape. We’ve also seen […]
2018 Buick Regal RS revealed, previews next Commodore ‘SS’?
The first of what appear to be official pictures of the 2018 Buick Regal GS have hit the web, giving a strong indication of how a sporty 2018 Holden Commodore may look. The Buick Regal GS is a sports variant of the USA and China-bound variant of the Opel Insignia. […]
2018 Honda Accord debuts with new 10spd auto, turbo engines
The 2018 Honda Accord sedan has broken cover in Detroit, a month after the automaker detailed the new powertrains that will be on offer. Utilising the same platform as the new Civic and CR-V, the tenth-generation Accord eschews the conventional three-box sedan style in favour of a more flowing, fastback […]
Fully electric Lucid Air hits 378km/h in latest top speed run (video)
If in the world of cars the Tesla Model S is a disruptor, then the Lucid Air is the disruptor of the disruptors, having just achieved a top speed record of 378km/h. Currently under development, the Lucid Air will be built at a factory in Casa Grande, Arizona, in 2019. […]
Funny video takes stab at YouTuber car reviews with fake Enzo
Ever since the advent of YouTube, many people have become famous who never had an outlet before, including quite a large array of supercar focussed channels and personalities. YouTube channel CARBROS takes a delightful stab at this culture. BlazinWRX_420 complete with fluoro singlet and plastic, mirror-lens sunnies takes an interesting […]
Holden VN Commodore with LSA V8 conversion runs 9s (video)
What happens when you combine one of the most powerful motors ever fitted to a Holden Commodore-based production car with one of the most notoriously light bodyshells? The VN Commodore of 1988 might not be renowned for its roadholding or safety, but thanks to being as light as 1311kg in […]
First bespoke Polestar model to be a performance coupe – report
Last month, Volvo’s performance subsidiary Polestar announced its intention to create standalone electric vehicles. A new report gives some insight into what shape these cars will take. According to Autocar, the first standalone Polestar model will be a 448kW (600hp) coupe. It’s understood there will be architecture and electronics shared […]