Here at PerformanceDrive, we’re often asked ‘what’s the quickest car we’ve tested?’ To answer the question to a more broader audience, we’ve put together a top ten list of the quickest vehicles tested for 0-100km/h, so far. Officially, the 2013 Nissan GT-R is the quickest car on sale in Australia, without […]
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Ford to debut an all-new global concept at Shanghai show
Ford will unveil an all-new rather mysterious concept car at the 2013 Shanghai Motor Show. Very little is known about what the concept will be exactly, but it will sit along side 23 other vehicles that will be on display at the show. Other vehicles to be on display include […]
Ford Focus the best-selling car in the world in 2012
It’s official, the Ford Focus was the best-selling vehicle in the world in 2012, according to data from a recent Polk industry analysis report. It was followed by the previous year’s top seller, the Toyota Corolla, and the Ford F-Series ute/truck. In Australia, the Ford Focus only just nudged into […]
Australian vehicle sales for March 2013 – Toyota 86 storms ahead
The official VFACTS figures for Australian new vehicle registrations for March 2013 are in, and it looks like there’s more sports car fans joining the roads this month, with a big jump in Toyota 86 sales. Toyota remained as the top favourite vehicle brand in the country, making up 19.2 […]
Ford Ranger Wildtrak review
The Ford Ranger Wildtrak is quite possibly the most underrated 4×4 truck in its segment. Its off-road ability is outstanding, as is its on-road functionality and comfort levels. Think of it as a 4×4 road train with a touch of luxury, and you’re getting close. FORD RANGER WILDTRAK – PROS […]
2013 Ford Fiesta Metal review (video)
The 2013 Ford Fiesta Metal surprises for its size. Many might assume it’s just a prettied-up little four-banger, but underneath it features a host of moderate performance tweaks – including a power boost – which bring the Fiesta to a new level. 2013 FORD FIESTA METAL – PROS AND CONS […]
2013 Shelby 1000 SC now street legal with over 1000hp
Shelby has released details of the new 2013 Shelby Mustang 1000 SC, with, you guessed it, an engine with over 1000hp (746kW). Unlike the 2012 version when optioned with the 1000hp pack, the 2013 model is street legal. Featuring the 5.8-litre supercharged V8 borrowed from the more regular 2013 Shelby […]
Ford FF1 road legal racer to debut at Goodwood
A lot of manufacturers are not only planning a big presence at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed, a number of them are also planning to unveil all-new models. Ford, for instance, will debut the Ford FF1 road-legal racer. So, what is the Ford FF1? Think of it as a […]