When we do have a performance car on review, we’re usually lucky enough to head out to the track and see what it’s all about. Eliminating the limitations of the public road and blasting around the track is a sure-fire way to kick your adrenal glands into overdrive. Taking a […]
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2018 Holden Commodore: everything there is to know so far
While the existence of a ‘Commodore’ after 2017 has been confirmed by Holden, exactly what shape it will take is mostly a mystery. PerformanceDrive got out the magnifying glasses and fine-toothed combs in an effort to join the dots. Holden’s decision to maintain the Commodore nameplate for an imported product […]
What premium SUV should you buy; Discovery Sport, BMW X3, Lexus NX?
It’s no secret SUVs are the flavour of the month decade. All car companies offer at least one SUV, or are planning to introduce one in the near future – even Lamborghini, Bentley, and Rolls-Royce will soon cave into the fashion. We normally remain very partial here at PD, but […]
Ford’s quirky South American history
Like Australia, Ford’s South American outpost has been allowed to evolve for decades – tailoring vehicles to their own market – resulting in a strange and unique portfolio. South America’s automotive landscape is very unique and intriguing. Many of the lower-spec vehicles are spartan, with legacy platforms that are several […]
Mazda 767b Le Mans car crashes at Goodwood Festival (video)
The car world lost a good friend today, with a 1989 Mazda 767b Le Mans race car tragically crashing out of the annual Goodwood Festival of Speed hill climb event. Seniji Hoshino was behind the wheel for a timed sprint of the iconic climb, escaping the incident with only minor […]
Top 8 Aussie motoring wins
A couple of weeks ago we showed you our top 8 Aussie motoring fails. Although the fails were spectacular when they did happen, there have also been plenty of successes that have made our industry so unique and shaped our motoring culture. Here’s our top 8 Aussie motoring wins, in […]
Top 6 Cars of Infamous World Leaders
There are some world leaders who inspire happiness and devotion in their people, and then there’s the other lot. From foot-in-mouth clumsy, to oppressive, to downright evil, here is a handful of the latter and the cars that move/d them. George Bush – Cadillac Deville America’s stumbling, misanthropic former-president George […]
Top 8 Aussie motoring fails
The Australian motoring industry has seen its fair share of triumphs and fine achievements over the years, but as we enter the twilight phase, let’s have a look at some of the stinkers that have tainted an otherwise proud history. Astron-engined Mitsubishi Magna While the Magna was (rightfully) regarded as […]