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2026 BMW M2 Racing

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In November 2023, BMW began development of a racing car, the M2 Racing, which M boss Frank van Meel said would offer a lot of performance and enjoyment for less money. Sales will start in June and the car will cost 98,000 euros.

The BMW M2 Racing is powered by a 2.0-L turbo 4-cylinder engine (B48), instead of the 3.0-L inline 6-cylinder, which develops 313 hp and 420 Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a 7-speed ZF automatic transmission with a mechanical differential lock, which sends power to the rear wheels. It can reach a top speed of 270 km/h.

The car is equipped with LED headlights, rear fog lights, a traction control system, a speed limiter when entering the pits, KW shock absorbers, adjustable stabilizers, and air conditioning. Optionally, the car comes with a rear spoiler, brake pads optimized for multi-hour races, night lights, a data transfer/processing system, a jack, and an illuminated number plate. It sits on lightweight and reinforced 18-inch wheels wrapped in 265/660 Good Year Eagle tires.

The cabin features GT-AM seats, seat belts, a fire extinguisher, and a roll cage that meet current FIA standards.

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2026 Ferrari 296 Speciale

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The Ferrari 296 Speciale is the new supercar in the Italian brand’s fleet. It is the most powerful version of the 296 GTB model, which brings the best aerodynamic solutions of the Maranello-based company.

The 296 Speciale is equipped with lightweight carbon fiber components, modified suspension, reduced ground clearance, improved brakes, and a revised aerodynamic package that improves downforce by 20 percent. The interior is equipped with new seats and a variety of carbon accessories that further reduce the weight of the car by 5 kg.

When it comes to the powertrain, the Speciale is powered by a 3.0-L V6 engine combined with an electric motor for a total of 868 hp, which is more than the 296 GTB. Power is sent to the rear wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission. It reaches 100 km/h in just 2.8 seconds with a top speed of 330 km/h. The company also claims that the Speciale has better and more precise handling.

Ferrari marketing chief Enrico Galliera said that the 296 Speciale will be very exclusive, and that the car will be offered to customers who have purchased a new or improved used car from authorized dealers in the last five years. It will be available in Coupe and Spider variants, and the price will range from 407,000 euros (Coupe) to 462,000 euros (Spider).

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First photos of the new Jeep Compass

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In March, Stellantis announced the arrival of the third generation Jeep Compass, which should arrive on the market by the end of the year. It will be produced in Italy, at the Melfi factory, and now we have the first photos of the car.

Jeep recently released a teaser showing that the new Compass will retain the seven-slat front grille, but will also get new headlights like those on the Recon model, and new taillights with LED graphics. It will also be equipped with plastic protective elements, which give it a little more robustness.

The car will be built on the STLA Medium platform, which will be shared with several models from the group such as the Peugeot 3008 and 5008, Opel Grandland, DS 7 and the new Citroen C5 Aircross. The interior brings a large multimedia system, several physical buttons, plenty of storage space, a panoramic roof and an electrically operated sunroof, a Head-up display and leather upholstery with contrasting stitching.

When it comes to the powertrain, the new Compass will be offered as a hybrid, plug-in hybrid and all-electric. Stellantis claims that this car will have best-in-class performance and cutting-edge technology. Whether that’s true remains to be seen after the car makes its debut.

Source: Stellantis

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