There’s no doubt the Jaguar F-Type is one of the best-sounding production cars currently on the market. The V8 version in particular sounds seriously angry. Jaguar has released a video showing us all how it created the distinct exhaust note.
MINI apprentices create one-off Paceman Adventure ute
There’s the MINI hatch, Countryman SUV, the two-door Paceman SUV, Clubman panel van, Coupe and Roadster, and cabriolet. The only thing missing is a ute. Until now. Introducing the Paceman Adventure concept. It is only a concept but it shows what MINI could do to further expand its showroom range. […]
New entry-level Porsche Macan uses VW four cylinder
The first four-cylinder Porsche in around 20 years has been revealed, becoming the new entry-level variant of the Porsche Macan SUV. Porsche has previously confirmed it is working on a new four-cylinder for the next Boxster and Cayman, however, the Macan gets a different unit. The engine is a 2.0-litre […]
Cool demo of Mercedes-Benz A 45 AMG launch control
The Mercedes-Benz A 45 AMG is currently equipped with the most powerful factory 2.0-litre engine in the world, with 265kW. With all-wheel drive, this is one of the most serious hot hatches on the market. So, how does it go? Check out the video below and you’ll see.
Ferrari 458 crashes in famous Monte Carlo tunnel
The driver of a Ferrari 458 Italia has failed to keep control while going through the famous tunnel featured in the Monte Carlo F1 circuit in Monaco. An image of the incident has surfaced online showing the extent of the crash. PerformanceDrive was only at the Monte Carlo circuit last […]
Ken Block plays ‘soccer’ with Neymar Junior
YouTube sensation and rally star Ken Block has teamed up with Neymar Junior to produce a new video, called Footkhana. It involves the two having a bit of a play around, with Block ‘kicking’ with his famous Ford Fiesta rally car. It’s all part of the lead-up to the 2014 […]
Porsche offers refund after (Nick Murray) complaint goes viral
After a long series of issues and subsequent complaints, Nick Murray, a New Zealander Porsche 911 Carrera S owner, has been offered a refund or a brand new replacement 911 from Porsche. Nick Murray bought a 991 Carrera S last year and soon after, according to Murray, the car started […]
Video: 2015 Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG prototype looks quick
Mercedes-Benz has been spotted test driving a prototype version of the next-gen 2015 C 63 AMG high-performance sedan. The popular model is set to come with a turbocharged engine for the very first time. Spotted doing some testing at the Nurburgring in Germany, the prototype seems relatively undisguised with only […]