BMW has been spotted test driving a prototype version of its all-new convertible sports car, dubbed the Z5. This will be the replacement to the Z4 which has been on the market since 2002. It’s set to be BMW’s first model co-developed with Toyota under the partnership agreement that was […]
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ADV.1 Datsun 280Z gets mean 2JZ engine conversion (video)
Here at PerformanceDrive we are unashamed fans of the Datsun Z car range. So, if you’re a Zed head like us, this little number from ADV.1 will leave you weak at the knees. Starting out as an L28 2.8-litre Nissan straight-six-equipped iteration of the cult classic, this particular version now […]
Top 10 cars to look forward to before 2020
Between now and 2020, the automotive landscape is set to change dramatically. This decade has already seen a few trends emerge, with downsized and turbocharged engines as well as infotainment widely adopted across the industry. Other potential areas to watch might include 3D printing and crowd sourcing, both of which […]
Next BMW 4 Series convertible; carbon architecture, fabric roof – rumour
BMW’s 4 Series convertible has barely been on the market for two years, yet already word is circulating about its replacement. Expected to bear the G23 codename, the next 4 Series is due around 2021 and could benefit from BMW’s carbon fibre intensive ‘35up’ architecture. Of most importance is the […]
Honda planning new ‘S2000’ sports car, to rival Porsche Cayman
Excited by the new Honda NSX and Civic Type R? There could be more to come as Honda looks to turn around its brand image and offer more sports cars, a report has revealed. The next in the pipeline is a mid-engine sports car to sit below the NSX, Auto […]
Video: 2JZ-powered Toyota 86 runs 9.1sec, world’s fastest?
Have you ever wondered what is the fastest Toyota 86 in the world? Wonder no more. This is it. Apparently. It features a monster 2JZ engine conversion. Clearly the project car is off to a great start by going for the famed 2JZ 3.0-litre straight-six Toyota engine, lifted from the […]
BMW and Toyota working on new MINI ‘Minor’ project – rumour
BMW and Toyota may be expanding their working relationship in the future, with rumors suggesting a possible collaboration on a new MINI Minor. According to reports, BMW is planning a new MINI model codenamed the ‘Minor’ in a respectful nod to Mini’s former glory. The partnership could see a Toyota […]
Toyota-BMW sports car project now in concept stage
Some more details are starting to come through on what is turning out to be one of the most anticipated new models of the decade. We’re talking about the Toyota-BMW sports car project, of course. BMW has confirmed via a statement that the project is now in concept stage and […]