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40 new BMWs by 2030

The Bavarian automaker is very ambitious when it comes to its future, and the upcoming 40 new BMWs are just an indication that the manufacturer has big plans for the next few years.

BMW has officially confirmed that by 2029, it will release about 40 new models on the market, as well as refreshed existing ones. Also, the Bavarian car company emphasized that electrification will not stop the development and production of models powered by turbo gasoline and turbo diesel engines.

A few days ago, BMW and Rimac Technology have reached an agreement on a long-term partnership, and now there are a lot of rumors that the first joint project could be the next-gen electric M3. The arrival of the fourth generation SUV model X3 is expected by the end of 2024, and the new X5 will arrive on the market very soon. Everyone who had an insight into the current development of these models says that they are really attractive cars.

When it comes to refreshed models, the most frequently mentioned are the 2 Series Gran Coupé and the luxury electric BMW i7. Also, the BMW M5 and M5 Touring will still be powered by a 4.4-liter biturbo V8 engine, although it was announced that this engine will no longer be installed in the X5, X6 and X7 models (without the M designation). Its replacement was supposed to be a 3.0L inline 6 B58 engine, but that’s not going to happen.

BMW still believes in fully electric cars, but their production will depend on market demands in different regions, which at the moment excludes the end of development of internal combustion engines that will also meet the new Euro7 regulations.

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Bentley x Boodles Mulliner Edition Continental GTC

When a luxury car manufacturer and a jewellery company join forces, ultimate luxury is inevitable. The specially designed Bentley x Boodles Mulliner Edition Continental GTC is an example of such a car, created in collaboration between Bentley and Boodles. This unique car will be on display at the Jack Barclay Bentley showroom in London on April 11, after which it will be offered for sale.

The car’s exterior design has been retained, but it is now adorned with Porpoise Gray paint and lots of chrome details. The headlights, splitter, door sills, rear diffuser and rear spoiler are decorated in Powder pink color, which is a kind of trademark of the British jewellery company founded in 1798.

The peak of luxury is the cabin with a Be Boodles Bentley pendant made of diamonds and white gold, located on the center console. The dashboard and door panels are decorated with a combination of Piano Linen with 200-year-old Autumn Stone veneer and Powder Pink stitching. There’s also 24-karat gold on the air vents and a pair of linen leather cushions for better passenger comfort.

Under the hood is a twin-turbocharged 6.0-liter W12 engine with 650 hp (485 kW) and 664 lb-ft (900 Nm) of torque, mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission that sends power to all wheels.

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Bentley x Boodles Mulliner Edition Continental GTC
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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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