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2023 BMW Series 5

The new generation BMW Series 5 has arrived. Better than the previous one. More mobile, but also for the first time, fully electric. Elegant design with sporty performance and comfort that are recognizable for BMW.

It all started in the early 70s, when the first generation of the sporty and elegant limousine was presented. Since then, its worldwide popularity has grown steadily. It’s performance and high level of comfort on long journeys made it the epitome of a business sedan, and more than ten million copies of this model have been produced to date.

With an elegant design and larger than the previous generation, it is offered in one standard and nine metallic colors, as well as three special BMW Individual colors, including two expressive Frozen colors. The front brings new double headlights and a new grille, LED headlights with a traditional look with four lights in a modern, minimalist form. There are also two vertical LED elements placed outwards that function as daytime running lights and direction indicators.

Inside, a high level of comfort that provides driving pleasure, especially on long journeys. Spacious, modern, functional, equipped with high-quality materials of fine workmanship and advanced digital technology that optimize travel comfort, emphasize the character of the car, but also provide a special interior atmosphere for passengers. There is also the digital curved display, which represents the heart of the interior design, the BMW Interaction Bar with ambient lighting in the dashboard and door area (standard on i5 models, optional on 530i and 530i xDrive), My Modes for a customizable driving and interior experience, and the new gear selector switch in the middle of the console control panel.

When it comes to the drivetrain, the BMW i5 eDrive40 is powered by an electric motor with 335 hp (246 kW), with Sport Boost or Launch Control. It reaches 62 mph (100 km/h) in just 5.7 seconds. It is equipped with an 84.3 kWh battery pack. The offer also includes a 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder engine with TwinPower Turbo technology, which delivers 255 hp (187 kW) in the BMW 530i and 530i xDrive. That’s enough to push the BMW 530i to 62 mph (100 km/h) in just 5.9 seconds, and the BMW 530i xDrive in 5.8 seconds.

The most powerful version is powered by a 3.0-liter engine with 375 hp (276 kW), which is 40 hp more than the previous generation. That’s more than enough to push the car to 62 mph (100 km/h) in just 4.5 seconds.

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2023 BMW Series 5

Source: BMW

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Tesla Model S Plaid with new Track Pack

For all Tesla owners, good news comes from the company. According to information published on Tesla’s Twitter profile, the Model S Plaid track pack is coming soon.

The Model S Plaid track pack includes forged aluminum Zero-G wheels, Goodyear Supercar 3R track tires and brake fluid, new carbon-silicon carbide discs, and one-piece brake calipers with high-performance pads. The package will cost between $15,000 and $20,000, depending on the list of components the customer chooses, and will be available from June 2023.

Tesla says that the ceramic brakes are compatible with the 20-inch Zero-G and 21-inch Arachnid set, which means that all those with 19-inch Tempest rims will have to replace them.

Tesla Model S Plaid is powered by three electric motors with a total power of 1,020 hp (750 kW) and 1,050 lb-ft (1,424 Nm) of torque, with a range of 396 miles. It reaches 60 mph in 1.99 seconds with a top speed of 200 mph (322 km / h).

There is also a track package for the Model 3 Performance that costs $5,500. These include 20-inch Zero-G wheels with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires, high-performance brake pads and Bluetooth tire pressure sensors.

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Tesla Model S Plaid with new Track Pack

Source: Tesla via Twitter

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Radford Pikes Peak Edition Type 62-2

The annual Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is approaching, and one of the cars that will be participating is the Radford Pikes Peak Edition Type 62-2. It is a specially designed car for this race that is completely different from the road legal model.

Ant Anstead and Jenson Button have revived the classic Radford brand, producing something special, a racing prototype designed for high speed and mountain racing. “I know this car is going to be a beast. It has virtually nothing in common with the road car except for a few design features and certain components, but everything else is either modified or adapted from what the road car uses,” Tanner Foust said in an interview with Top Gear. He’s been tasked with keeping this lightweight car on the ground so it doesn’t take off when it races down the famous Colorado circuit in June this year.

The Radford Pikes Peak Edition Type 62-2 is powered by a turbocharged 3.5L V6 engine with 700 hp (515 kW), which is 95 hp (70 kW) more than the road model. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a sequential paddle shift gearbox. The top speed that the car can reach is 268 km/h (166 mph).

The Type 62-2 has an aluminum chassis and a 230 mm wider composite monocoque. The front and rear sub-frames are also new, as is the suspension geometry. The new car features an all-new chassis, front and rear aerodynamic carbon fiber add-ons that make it look like a battle-ready Transformer. Everything is drilled to ensure superior cooling, power and aero performance, while there is a hatch on the roof and a large spoiler at the back.

In the interior, there is only one seat that is placed centrally and meets FIA regulations, and weighs only 3.7 kg. The Pikes Peak Edition weighs only 861 kg, i.e. 200 kg less than the road model. About 70 parts were made using a 3D printer, so check and a light battery.

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Radford Pikes Peak Edition Type 62-2

Source: Top Gear