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Manhart MH2 GTR II 01 OF 01 based on the BMW M2 G87

Manhart is a wizard when it comes to tuning BMW cars, and their latest work is the MH2 GTR II 01 OF 01. It is based on the BMW M2 G87, the last generation of this model powered by an ICE.

At the beginning of February Manhart has introduced its first project based on this model, the MANHART MH2 560, finished the car in a traditional black color with a decal set in matte gray/blue that goes from the front mask over the hood and roof to the rear spoiler . However, this time Manhart offers more carbon components such as accessories on the hood, kidney grille, front bumper inserts and front spoiler, as well as a champagne-colored MANHART decal set.

Manhart also offers a new diffuser (made by Alpha-N), spoiler lip and a large fixed rear wing, side skirts, mirror caps from the M Performance parts program, and Manhart Variant 4 coilover suspension by KW Suspensions, which improves handling on the track. There’s also a sports downpipe, HJS catalytic converters, a stainless steel system with valve control and four 100mm matte black tailpipes. Inside, the rear seats were removed and a champagne-colored roll bar, Schroth seat belts and floor mats were added.

When it comes to the powertrain, the MH2 GTR II 01 OF 01 is far more powerful than previous projects. Under the bonnet is still the 3.0-liter S58 inline-six engine with 715 hp (533 kW) and 627 lb-ft (850 Nm) of torque. As a reminder, the standard M2 has 453 hp (333 kW) and the MH2 560 has 560 hp (418 kW). The increase in power was achieved with a new high-performance carbon intake and exhaust system and remapping of the ECU unit. It’s mounted on a set of 20″ Raffa Wheels RFS-02 Forged Series wheels wrapped in 285/30 and 305/25 tires.

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Manhart MH2 GTR II 01 OF 01 based on the BMW M2 G87
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Lamborghini Huracan STJ Limited Edition

This year, Lamborghini will premiere the successor to the Huracan model, and this is its last version powered by a V10 engine, the Lamborghini Huracan STJ. It is a limited edition inspired by the Super Trofeo racing car, and only 10 examples will be produced.

At first glance, the Huracan STJ is identical to the STO model, but there are still some differences. It is equipped with adjustable shock absorbers, an improved chassis and a unique aerodynamic package developed by the Lamborghini Squadra Corse department, which includes new aerodynamic parts and a three-degree increase in the angle of the rear wing, resulting in a 10 percent increase in aerodynamic load without negatively affecting the car’s balance. It’s mounted on a set of specially developed 20″ wheels wrapped in Bridgestone Potenza Race tires.

Lamborghini offers two different design themes for 10 customers, designed by the Lamborghini Centro Stilo department. The first option is a combination of Grigio Telesto, Nero Noctis, Rosso Mars and Bianco Isi. Second option is Eliadi blue body, roof in Nero Noctis, while Rosso Mars and Bianco Isi were chosen for details. Inside, the seats are upholstered in Nero Cosmic black Alcantara with leather accents, contrasted by Rosso Alala red stitching. Each car comes with a numbered carbon plate, and buyers can get an additional plate located on the passenger side.

When it comes to the powertrain, under the bonnet is a 5.2-liter V10 engine with 640 hp (477 kW) and 417 lb-ft (565 Nm) of torque, mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission that sends power to the rear wheels.

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Lamborghini Huracan STJ Limited Edition
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Tesla settles lawsuit over 2018 accident

For years, Tesla has been facing accusations that their cars have caused a large number of accidents, sometimes with fatal outcomes. One of the lawsuits filed over the 2018 crash that killed Apple engineer Walter Huang has been closed by settlement with Huang’s family.

Huang was killed when his Tesla Model X, on Autopilot, crashed into a highway guardrail. His family filed suit, and a trial was set to begin in California this week. However, this will not happen due to the settlement, but if it did, Autopilot and Tesla’s Full Self-Driving technology would again come under fire and scrutiny.

For years, Tesla claimed that the driver was to blame for the accident, because he was playing a video game before the accident happened. Similarly, in other lawsuits, they have tried to dispute the guilt of their autonomous driving system by shifting the blame to the drivers, claiming that the drivers did not follow instructions to maintain attention when using the system.

The settlement comes at a time when the company is experiencing poor sales results. Since the beginning of 2024, the number of orders and deliveries has dropped, while at the same time the company is fighting with growing competition, primarily from Chinese manufacturers.

Source: The Guardian