The term ‘game changer’ gets thrown around a lot, but with the introduction of the all-new 2013 Volvo V40, there’s potential this time the term could be very valid indeed. Filled with cutting-edge technology, standard features, and all wrapped up in a striking exterior design, the V40, on the face […]
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2013 Volvo V40 on sale in Australia from $34,990
The all-new 2013 Volvo V40 has arrived in Australia. The sleek and very smart new model has been specifically designed to rival the likes of the Audi A3, BMW 1 Series, the Mercedes-Benz A-Class, and the Lexus CT 200h. This is the first time in a long while that Volvo […]
2013 Alpina B3 Bi-Turbo previewed before Geneva debut
Renowned BMW tuners over at Alpina are planning to unveil the new 2013 Alpina B3 Bi-Turbo performance 3 Series at next month’s Geneva Motor Show. The company has just released some preliminary details. Taking the already potent F30 BMW 335i, Alpina has come up with an engine tune which tweaks […]
2013 Mercedes-Benz V8 Supercar revealed
The first ever Mercedes-Benz V8 Supercars have been unveiled in Homebush in Sydney. Three E-Class-based racers will be on this grid for the 2013 season, driven by Lee Holdsworth, Tim Slade, and Maro Engel. Falling within the regulations of the series, the Mercedes-Benz racing cars are powered by an AMG […]
For Sale: ‘Winfield’ R32 Nissan GT-R 1992 Bathurst 1000 winner
This very car is the one that made a huge impact on Australian touring car racing back in the early 1990s. Piloted by Mark Skaife and Jim Richards, it annihilated the Ford and Holden V8s of the day with its 600hp all-wheel drive running gear. And now this legendary car […]
New cars coming in 2013
Welcome to PerformanceDrive‘s New Cars Calendar for 2013. Here you can take a peek and see what new vehicles are coming out in Australia throughout the year. The calendar will be updated on an ongoing basis so be sure to check back. First quarter/Early 2013 -2013 Audi S8 4.0-litre twin-turbo […]
42-wheel BMW 4219Eli concept inspired by a 4-year-old
You know how it is when you’re four years old. You come up with some outrageous ideas, especially when it comes to your ideal car. A boy named Eli dreamt up a car with 42 wheels and 19 Porsche engines recently, and told his uncle about it. Next thing you […]
2012 Holden Colorado LTZ review
Few cars in the light commercial segment look as tough as the 2012 Holden Colorado LTZ. This latest model is a complete rework from the ground up; the result of a two-billion-dollar investment by General Motors. Can it move the HiLux from its perch as the best-selling 4×4 ute? 2012 […]