Thursday, June 26, 2025

2027 iM3 EV Prototype Reveals Its Vehicle Weight


Here is the newest sighting of the 2027 iM3 EV, with a view of the interior and part of the seats.

The VIN plate with gross vehicle weight, front axle weight and rear axle weight has also been revealed.

The rear tire size shows 295/35 ZR20.

2027 iM3 EV prototype reveals vehicle weight



Mercedes Recalls Most AMG One Hypercars Over Fire Risk

Nearly all of the 275 cars could catch fire.

Stellantis Boss Tells Employees to Stop Describing Themselves as Former FCA or PSA Workers

"We are Stellantis."

BMW: 'The Combustion Engine Is Our Foundation'

It argues that if the future is electric, it must be funded by today's gas engines.

Wednesday, June 25, 2025

This Is Koenigsegg's Most Radical Hypercar Ever

The track-focused Jesko is still road legal.

Walkaround – M2 CS and the BMW M CS Family With Frank van Meel

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Join Frank van Meel, CEO of BMW M and Oliver Heilmer, the new Head of Design BMW Compact Class, Neue Klasse and BMW M and as they walk through every detail of the entire BMW M CS family, complete with the stunning backdrop of Concorso dEleganza Villa dEste 2025.

Tesla Free Falls in Europe as Sales Drop for Fifth Straight Month

Through May, Tesla sales are down by more than a third.

Volkswagen Swears Buttons And Knobs Are Coming Back

Finally, some common sense.

Monday, June 23, 2025

Saturday, June 21, 2025

2027 BMW iM3 and i3 Configuration and Production Schedule Details Revealed!


Configuration and production schedule details for i3 and iM3 just added to the Future BMW Models Thread.

ZA0 iM3

  • In production 03/27-10/34, only one version for the time being.
  • Do not expect powertrain specs here until just a few months before start of production (EV specs are not as discoverable as legacy powertrains were)
  • Powertrain aside, seems to be trying to provide a familiar M experience. Inside, expect higher quality interior with regular M seats standard and buckets (built with that newly announced "natural fiber") available as an option, M design trims and seatbelts, HUD as standard; outside you will see more of that "natural fiber" as trim pieces, M specific 20" wheels (options include forged 20" or staggered 20"/21" wheels), optional carbon brakes and M headlights. Purists will be disappointed to know that the panoramic sunroof of the regular i3 will remain with no lighter weight option (though the battery down low should make center of gravity concerns irrelevant)

NA0/NA1 i3

  • In production 07/26-10/34
  • Model range: 20, 40, 40 xDrive, 50, 50 xDrive, M60 xDrive
  • Will be made in Germany and SLP (SLP starts with one year delay).
  • 07/26: starts with a single European model
  • 11/26: adds another European model and two US models
  • 07/23: adds M60 xDrive for all markets
  • No major news on the packaging front, your typical 3 series car, the notable things are the availability of multifunction seats you previously could only get in a 5er or higher, more Iconic Glow exterior, standard panoramic glass sunroof, optional driver assistance at Highway and Highway/City levels (see the April 2025 update below), optional Security Assistant, panoramic vision with optional HUD, regular audio or optional HK. The wheels range from 19" (standard) to 21". Specific to M60: adaptive M suspension, M brakes, M steering wheel, multifunction seats, HUD, and HK audio become standard, the wheels start at 20", sport tire option unlocks higher top speed, M colored headlights available as an option, adds the usual M exterior bits.

Friday, June 20, 2025

The 20 Most American-Made Cars of 2025

Tesla tops the annual American-made index list, but companies like Honda, Kia, and Toyota aren’t far behind.

The VW Golf GTI Edition 50 Is The Most Powerful GTI Ever

For the first time, Wolfsburg pushes its front-wheel-drive hot hatch into 300-hp territory.

Yes, Lexus Really Calls This V-8 Sedan the Climax Edition

It's as if they asked Durex to come up with a name.

Sunday, June 15, 2025

The Jetsons Promised Us Jet-Propelled Cars of the Future. Here's Why That'll Never Happened

Steam can create tremendous power, but it doesn’t last long.

‘I Was Like Bait:' Woman Drives a ‘Fishbowl’ Car. Then She Reveals Why You Shouldn’t

‘This Is Why I Have 5%.'

M5 Touring vs Panamera Turbo vs RS6 Perf – Drag Race [Carwow]

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It’s time for an almighty estate showdown!

We’ve got Mat in the RS6 Performance, and he’s going up against a Porsche Panamera Turbo S e-Hybrid and a BMW M5 Touring! The question is, which will come out on top? Let’s take a closer look at the stats.

Starting with the Audi, it’s powered by a 4-litre twin-turbo V8 that creates 630hp and 850Nm. Power is sent to all four wheels via an 8-speed auto, and the car weighs 2,075kg. As new, it cost £120,000.

Then we come to the Porsche. It’s also packing a 4-litre twin-turbo V8, as well as an electric motor. Combined it creates 782hp and 1,000Nm, and it tips the scales at 2,365kg. It costs from £175,000, but the car we have here comes in at an eye-watering £195,000!

Then, finally, we have the BMW. It’s packing a 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 under the bonnet, as well as an electric motor. They combine to create 727hp and 1,000Nm of torque, and power is sent to all four wheels via an 8-speed auto. It’s the heaviest car here, at 2,475kg, but it’s also the cheapest, with prices starting at £117,000.

So will the more powerful Porsche snatch it? Or could the lighter Audi claim the win? There’s only one way to find out… LET’S RACE!

Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Took My M3 CS to the Track… GT3s and a Z06 Got a Taste


Finally got the M3 CS out to NJMP Lightning for the first trackday of the year and WOW. This thing is an animal and impresses me ever time!

Car is on OEM Cup 2s, and it spent the day hunting down some serious hardware: a couple 991/992 GT3s and a C8 Z06.

Not saying it’s faster in every situation, but let’s just say… they weren’t pulling away. In fact, a few ended up getting reeled in lap after lap. 👀

Temps held solid, brakes stayed strong, and the balance on this chassis is unreal for a sedan with A/C and a backseat.
This car just works on track! Confident, composed, and seriously fast.

I dropped a video on YouTube showing some of the action. GT3s in the crosshairs and the Z06 trying to hang on.

Check it out and let me know what you think!
👉 GT3s, Z06s, Whatever… M3 CS Doesn’t Care 💨

Car Shipments to the US Have Fallen Off a Cliff. Guess Why

Automakers have begun playing the "wait and see" game, hoping tariffs will be reversed.

First-Time Shopper Buys Her ‘Dream Car.’ Then the Salesman ‘Scams’ Her out of Her Audi

'Imagine ordering a Maybach and getting a… Lamborghini.'

The New Nissan Leaf Is Torquier. But That's Not The Biggest Upgrade

It should be more fun to drive thanks to a key improvement.

Sunday, June 8, 2025

Ram Is Returning to NASCAR. Could Dodge Be Next?

We could see a Ram racing at Daytona next February.

Enterprise Customer Skips Protection Fee on 2025 Toyota Corolla Rental. Then She Gets the Bill

'Mind-blowing and heartbreaking.'

Alpina: 60 Years of Excellence Exhibit at BMW CCA foundation (video tour)


A great video here showcasing the grand opening of the Alpina – 60 Years of excellence exhibit at the BMW CCA foundation museum in South Carolina.

Absolutely amazing collection on show including Alpina bringing over some of their collection to the USA. And of course, lots of lovely machines in the car park too.

The exhibit is open until January 2026. Hopefully I will try and make it out myself this year.

Video courtesy – Youtube – M3nameisjosh.

‘Do People Not Read the Owner's Manual Anymore?': Woman Buys New Honda. Then She Tries Filling It Up With Gas

If you've never used this kind of gas nozzle before, you may be in for a surprise.

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

Carlos Tavares: I Could've Done 'Tons of Things' Differently

The former Stellantis supremo says he wasn't fired.

Amazon's In-Car Technology Deal With Stellantis Is Dead

The SmartCockpit software was supposed to launch last year.

2027 M3 EV (ZA0) Prototype Drops Heavy Camo in Most Revealing Look Yet


The 2027 BMW M3 EV (ZA0) test prototype has been spotted without heavy body cladding for the first time!

Along with the more revealing body and fender flares, a rear diffuser can also now be seen.

Larger brakes are now installed and 275/35/20 tires are fitted at the front, with 295/35/20 tires at the rear.

The new iDrive X infotainment system is visible through the window.

2027 BMW M3 EV (ZA0) test mule



Sunday, June 1, 2025

You Can Own This Ultra-Rare Italian Viper

The Alfa Romeo TZ3 Stradale had a Dodge Viper V-10 and a gorgeous Zagato-designed body. This one's for sale.

Here's What Can Happen When You Drive Over a Loose Manhole Cover

New fear unlocked.

Bimmerfest 2025 – Netherlands Edition


Saturday

It has been a couple of years since i was last at Bimmerfest in the Netherlands. As usual, i made a weekend out of it with the BMW Performance Car Club

For the first time in over 16 years we took the Dover <-> Calais ferry. Bimmerfest weekend was a Bank Holiday in the UK and the start of the school half term! To say it was gonna be busy was an understatement. Booked on the 7.15am ferry, we left early, really early!

Roads were quiet until we approached Dover port and then we proceeded to crawl to checkin; just over an hour to drive a few hundred metres.

We checked in with only 20 minutes until the ferry departed. We were pretty much the last car on the ferry.

Absolutely packed.

Saw a few other cars that may have been heading to Bimmerfest?

On the ferry, there was a queue for everything, but after a full English breakfast and a nap, it was time to leave Calais, fill up and head towards the meeting point in Germany.

We catch up with Joao, Matthias, Anthony, Vlad and head over to the karting arena! Yes, go karting. Yes, outdoor karting. Yes, on slick tyres. Yes, without overalls!

I cant remember how many laps (i think 10 qualifying and 30 race laps) we did, but jeez! We were all soaking wet.

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After we dried off a little, it was time to drive over to our hotel and checkin. Yes, some of us still looked like drowned rats. Some of the stares i got!

After a couple of hot showers, it was time for a well deserved beer (or two) and go for food.