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BMW 8 Series (E31)

30 years since its appearance on the market, the BMW 8 Series (E31) continues to enjoy a special status. One interesting example of this model caught attention last month on the SEMA show.

The 850ci, which began its life like any other but underwent radical changes during the three-month period to be ready for the event. Now, it looks more modern but also more aggressive than before.

The body is wrapped in foil with BMW M paint. It is equipped with a Pandem body kit that includes a larger front lip spoiler, wider front and rear wheel arches, extended sills, a rear spoiler and an air suspension that allows lowering closer to the ground. It is mounted on BC Forged North America 19 inch wheels with Toyo R888R tires. For safe stopping and braking there are Brembo brakes.

Speaking of powertrain, the 850ci was offered with several engine types:

  • 4.0-liter naturally aspirated V8 engine with 282 hp (207 kW) and 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) of torque,
  • 4.4-liter V8 engine with 282 hp (207 kW) and 309 lb-ft (420 Nm) of torque,
  • 5.0-liter V12 engine with 296 hp (218 kW) and 332 lb-ft (450 Nm) of torque,
  • 5.4-liter V12 engine with 322 hp (237 kW) and 361 lb-ft (490 Nm) of torque.

Some may not like the changes, but many will say it still fits the 8 Series.

Source: BMW

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BMW M4 GT4

BMW M Design has released a teaser that hints at the look of the new M4 GT4. Different from its predecessor, based on the G82 generation of the BMW M4, it is a direct successor to the F82 generation of the M4 GT4 model that appeared in 2017.

There is a large spoiler at the back, the wheel arches are more massive, and there are four exhaust pipe ends. The diffuser is more pronounced, the sills have been widened, and the front grille has been redesigned. There is a new front splitter and carbon wings.

The interior is bare and will be equipped with a protective cage, two racing seats and all the necessary safety and prescribed equipment, which is different from the standard M4.

The M4 GT4 will be powered by a 3.0-liter twin-turbo engine with power adapted to race cars, different from the 503 hp that the M4 Competition has.

For now, there are no more details about the performance of this model, whose arrival has been announced for next year. The price is not known either, but it is expected to be around $ 210k in the US (€ 170k in Europe).

Source: BMW

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IONITY is increasing the number of charging stations in Europe

The increase in sales of electric vehicles affects the increase in the number of charging stations. Thus, in the next three years, IONITY (the largest European network of charging stations) is expected to increase its capacity to over a thousand charging stations.

Porsche AG Executive Board Chairman Oliver Blume said: “We are seeing a clear increase in electromobility and the associated high-performance charging infrastructure. At Porsche, 50 per cent of the cars delivered worldwide by 2025 are expected to be partially or fully electric – more than 80 per cent by the end of the decade. By investing in the IONITY joint venture, we are sending an important signal to customers that elevates the comfort and convenience of traveling in an electric vehicle even further. ”

Currently, IONITY has 1,500 charging points, and the intention is to increase that number to 7,000 charging points. They will be built next to larger cities, not just on European highways, and each station will have 12 charging points.

This will have a special significance for owners of Porsche EV models (such as the Porsche Taycan). Through 800-volt technology, they will be able to charge their cars with full potential up to 270 kW. Currently, Porsche through its Porsche Charging Service offers its customers 200,000 charging points of which 6,500 are with a charging capacity of more than 50 kW DC.

IONITY is owned by several major global car manufacturers such as Volkswagen Group, Hyundai Motors, Mercedes-Benz AG, BMW Group and Ford Motor Company.

Source: Porsche