Those skeptical about BMW’s new styling direction should look away now. The German marque has revealed the new M3 saloon and M4 coupe and yes, they sport that grille.
But this isn’t the only overhaul, as the performance pair also gain a heavily reworked mechanical package delivering up to 503bhp. Buy this week’s Autocar for the full details.
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Ferrari has upgraded its entry-level Portofino, introducing a more powerful, re-engineered M variant with 612 horses. We also hear from Ferrari marketing and commercial boss Enrico Galliera, who explains the thinking behind the new model.
Meanwhile, Kia’s rollout of EVs has shifted up a gear with the confirmation of seven new models to be launched by 2027, and Land Rover has updated the Range Rover Velar with novel engines. Maserati has revealed that its MC20 supercar, unveiled earlier this year, will showcase new technology that will eventually be adopted by other FCA-PSA brands.
In perhaps the most shocking news of the week, Rimac could be gearing up to buy Bugatti from the Volkswagen Group, according to reports, with VW’s refusal to confirm or deny the sale only fuelling suspicions.
Mercedes is fully committed to expanding its Maybach sub-brand, despite the broader pressures of streamlining its wider line-up and ensuring profitability in a difficult marketplace, and Suzuki has produced a hybrid estate which heavily channels the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports.
We also take a look at the future of Saab’s storied factory in Trollhättan, Sweden. Will the Sango six-seat autonomous shuttle, which is being trialled at the plant prove successful enough to keep it in business?
In this week’s Business Section, we ask when EVs will become truly mainstream and Jim Holder explores what legislators, researchers and others can do to help push the EV take-up.
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