Although Volkswagen has been getting some bad press lately, that certainly isn’t due to bad product. In fact, as we can see with the 2016 Passat Alltrack, VW are kicking goals when it comes to sophisticated, well-presented cars. Volkswagen has underpinned the latest Passat with the same MQB structure as […]
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2016 Kia Sportage Platinum diesel review (video)
Kia’s latest strike on the ever-popular and ever-growing mid-size SUV segment has the potential to be one to throw straight up onto your shortlist. This is the new 2016 Kia Sportage. The Sportage underwent a major update earlier this year, taking on a more sophisticated and more modern attire, while […]
MINI Seven special edition revealed, 3-door & 5-door
Yet another MINI variant has been released, this time it’s a special edition called the MINI Seven. It’s designed as a tribute to the original Austin Seven. Available in either three-door or five-door form, the new MINI Seven is described as offering a “distinctive character” linking to its British origins, […]
Volkswagen nearing fix for 3.0TDI engines fitted to VW, Audi, Porsche
Volkswagen is said to be nearing a fix for the 3.0-litre turbo-diesel powertrains affected by the emissions scandal in the US, according to reports. Anonymous sources close to the manufacturer say it is finalising a fix, reviewing the test results and ensuring the software is reliable before it is released […]
Prior Design creates wicked wide-body Audi A6 Avant, tunes 3.0 TDI & 4.0 TFSI
If you’re in the market to get some more excitement from your Audi A6/RS 6 Avant, you might want to check out Prior Design’s latest wide-body kit and powertrain upgrades. The current C7 generation A6 has been around for half a decade, and Prior’s kit is sure to have some […]
2016 Nissan Navara ST King Cab 2.3DTT review (video)
The 2016 Nissan Navara NP300 definitely stands out as one of the most attractive entrants in a viciously overcrowded 4×4 ute segment. Like Triton, HiLux, Ranger, and Mazda B-series, the Navara is a veteran of the utility sector. These cars also have to deal with the VW Amarok youngster, a […]
2016 Mitsubishi Triton GLX+ special edition on sale in Australia
Mitsubishi Australia is jumping onto the special edition ute bandwagon, announcing the release of the new Triton GLX+ double cab. It, like the others, brings added equipment and boosted value to the tradies’ favourite. Based on the new Triton GLX dual cab, the GLX+ comes with 16-inch alloy wheels (replacing […]
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport update coming in July, adds seven seats
Mitsubishi Australia will soon launch an update for the Pajero Sport (new Challenger), PerformanceDrive has learned, bringing seven seats to the heavy-duty off-roader for the first time. According to our sources, Mitsubishi is planning to introduce the update, likely wearing a MY2017 built plate, in July this year bringing a […]