BMW Australia is announcing some updates for the X1 and X2 SUV range, with some price cuts for some models, and boosted value and equipment levels across the board. These come in as the 2019 update. Four variants of the X1 make up the range, spanning from the sDrive18i, sDrive18d, […]
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Dahler develops upgrades for BMW X4 M40i & M40d
Swiss tuning company Dahler Design & Technik has come up with a neat upgrade package for the new BMW X4 M40i and M40d, including power boosts for the engines. Starting with the motors. Dahler has devised a tune-up for the M40i’s 3.0-litre turbo-petrol inline six engine. In standard form the engine develops […]
2019 BMW 8 Series Convertible officially unveiled
The covers are off the all-new BMW 8 Series convertible, showcasing the same elegant design as the new coupe but with the added appeal of being able to take its top off. Two main variants are being unveiled today, including the 840d xDrive convertible and the M850i xDrive convertible. Both […]
2018 Mazda BT-50 GT review (video)
Welcome to the top-of-the-range Mazda BT-50 GT. When it comes to diesel dual-cab utes, the BT-50 is one of the strongest competitors in terms of engine size and power. You’re looking at the likes of the Toyota HiLux SR5, Nissan Navara ST-X, and the Mitsubishi Triton as direct rivals. All […]
2018 Isuzu MU-X LS-U review
If you’re after a practical, go-anywhere 7-seat SUV, the 2018 Isuzu MU-X is definitely a product that should be on your shortlist. We’ve just spent a week with the mid-level LS-U variant, and we can’t figure out why more of them aren’t on our roads. Isuzu Australia announced a mild […]
2019 Ford Ranger deliveries delayed, potential weld defect
Ford Australia is having to postpone the delivery of some 2019 Ford Ranger and Everest vehicles due to a potential build defect to do with the driveline. PerformanceDrive understands some dealers are withholding delivery of some models, and some orders are being cancelled and replaced with other, later-built vehicles. We […]
2019 BMW X7 unveiled as new flagship SUV
Welcome to the biggest, most luxurious SUV BMW has ever conceived. It’s called the BMW X7, and it has just been unveiled as the company’s new flagship X series. Starting with the power sources, buyers (subject to specific market availability) will be able to select between four main engine options. […]
Audi fined $1.3 billion for V6, V8 diesel emissions violations
In another big blow to Volkswagen Group and its finances, Audi has just been slapped with a whopping 800-million-euro fine (about AU$1.3 billion). It was handed out by German prosecutors for emissions-related issues with its V6 and V8 diesel engines. More specifically, the huge fine is due to “deviations from […]