A few months back, Polestar unveiled the O2 concept, a gorgeous EV roadster. It was the talk of the town for several days, as car enthusiasts were in love with its modern, sleek, top-down design. At the time, Polestar didn’t confirm whether or not it would build the stunning convertible but now, it’s been confirmed.…
The only thing a true enthusiast does after selling his BMW is to buy another one. That’s what happened here as the previous owner a 2021 M2 Coupe decided to purchase a more practical car while remaining faithful to the Bavarian brand. He opted for an M3 Sedan, which for the 2023 model year makes…
In a previous article we provided tips on maximising fuel economy in Toyota’s range of self-charging hybrids. This article offers advice on how RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid fuel efficiency might be improved with some careful and considered driving.First, let’s look at how the SUV’s plug-in hybrid powertrain works, and how it differs from those found in…
After a long wait, the V12 LMR is finally getting a spiritual successor as BMW is returning to top-class motorsport with the M Hybrid V8. The Le Mans Daytona hybrid prototype was revealed earlier this year and now it’s making an appearance in Munich, Germany at BMW Welt. Visitors can discover the electrified endurance racer…
BMW USA’s X lineup of SUVs has transitioned to the 2023 model year and a new promotional video puts the spotlight on the models built locally at the factory in Spartanburg, South Carolina. While the X1 and X2 are sold in North America, only the X3 through X7 models are manufactured domestically, together with their…
At 1,920 kilograms (4,232 pounds), the M4 Convertible with xDrive is the heaviest car you can buy from the 3 Series / 4 Series family with a combustion engine. Mind you, that’s after shaving off 40% of weight from the previous-generation model’s hardtop. It carries around an extra 55 kg (121 lbs) compared to the…
It isn’t often that you learn new details about a car that debuted 30 years ago but, back in the early ’90s, there weren’t in-depth YouTube reviews, podcasts, or even widespread internet. So many details about cars like the McLaren F1 simply slipped through the cracks and went unknown to many enthusiasts over the decades.…
The 2023 BMW X7 LCI is arriving at more dealers across North America and one of the most affordable specifications would have to be this. The fullsize SUV started off as the base xDrive40i and only one of the boxes on the options list was ticked while the vehicle was being configured. We’re talking about…
It shouldn’t come as much of a surprise that the next-generation of M3 will be electrified. That doesn’t make it any less exciting news, though. When the BMW M3 goes electric, it’s going to cause quite the stir among the fanbase. Thankfully, that stir should mostly be positive, according to what BMW M CEO Frank…
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