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BMW M4 CS Edition VR46

Valentino Rossi (The Doctor) is a nine-time Grand Prix motorcycle racing World Champion and a legend of motorcycling. He is currently competing in the World Endurance Championship as a driver of the BMW M division, and in his honor the Bavarian manufacturer has presented two limited-edition versions of the road model BMW M4 CS, Edition VR46 Sport and Edition VR46 Style.

The BMW M4 CS Edition VR46 Sport is finished in Marina Bay Metallic, with the number 46 in Tanzanite Metallic on the sides. The Edition VR46 Style is finished in Matte Frozen Tanzanite Metallic with the number 46 in Frozen Marina Bay Metallic on the sides. They are equipped with adjusted shock absorbers, springs, stabilizers, and modified adaptive M suspension.

Both versions feature yellow details on the edges of the radiator grille, boot lid, brake calipers and rims, while the VR46 Sport has yellow details on both sides of the roof. There is also a VR/46 logo with Rossi’s signature on the roof.

Inside, the M Carbon bucket seats are covered in black/blue Merino leather with San Paolo yellow Alcantara on the sides and yellow VR46 logos on the headrests. Yellow accents can be seen on the Alcantara-wrapped M steering wheel, while the center console features a 1/46 badge. The VR/46 sign is located in several places in the cabin such as door sills, armrests, etc.

When it comes to the powertrain, both versions are powered by the same turbocharged 3.0-L 6-cylinder engine with 550 hp, which is enough for an acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds.

Each version will be produced in 46 units, and BMW has not released a price.

Source: BMW

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Renault Megane GrandCoupe also available with a diesel engine

The new generation Renault Megane GrandCoupe will now be available with a diesel engine, but only in some European markets.

The French manufacturer says it has decided to continue production of the Megane sedan at its Turkish factory despite the new GSR2 safety regulations, as demand for the model is above expectations.

The diesel version is no different from the other versions, except for the equipment that includes a speed warning system, a safe distance control system, AEBS active braking system and a lane keeping system, as well as dual-zone automatic air conditioning, a 7-inch TFT color screen, an automatic parking brake, an Easy Link multimedia system (DAB) with a 7-inch screen and navigation, Bluetooth, two USB ports and two rear USB ports in the center console.

Customers can now choose a 1.5-L 4-cylinder diesel engine with 115 hp and paired with a 7-speed EDC automatic transmission. This engine delivers an average fuel consumption of 4.6-4.7 l/100 km on the WLTP cycle, 1 litre less than the version with the 1.3-litre TCe petrol engine. It is equipped with a 50-liter fuel tank that provides a range of 1,060 kilometers.

Source: Renault

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Toyota announced a mysterious electric pickup

At a recent event in Belgium, Toyota released a teaser announcing the arrival of a mysterious electric pickup truck. It is one of several upcoming Toyota models, among which will be an electric SUV that will arrive in 2026.

Some information suggests that the new electric pickup will not be related to the Hilux model that Toyota is developing for the Australian and Thai markets. It will have a double cabin like the Hilux prototype that the Japanese manufacturer is testing in Australia.

There are many rumors about the car. Some believe that Toyota will use one of its existing platforms in this case, and that it will share the improved electric motors that power the improved bZ4X and the new C-HR+. One option is that Toyota will develop an electric Tacoma model, inspired by the concept announced in 2021. However, given the fact that this name is not used in Europe, many believe that it could be a production version of the EPU concept that was revealed two years ago, and whose arrival on the market is expected in 2027.

Source: Toyota

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