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2025 BMW M5

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After the recently introduced BMW X3 (G45), the Bavarian manufacturer has now revealed a new generation of high-performance sedans, the BMW M5. It is the most powerful M5 ever, but also much heavier than its predecessor.

The new M5 has retained its distinctive design, but is slightly wider than its predecessor. Buyers can now choose between 20 and 21-inch wheels with 410mm front and 400mm rear disc brakes, while optional carbon-ceramic brakes come with 420mm front discs and six-piston calipers.

Most of the changes were under the bonnet, which is a 4.4-L biturbo V8 engine combined with an electric motor with a total output of 727 hp (542 kW) and 737 lb-ft (1,000 Nm) of torque. The engine is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. That’s enough power for the car (500 kg heavier than its predecessor) to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.5 seconds with a top speed of 305 km/h (190 mph). It is equipped with a 14.8 kWh battery that enables an electric range of up to 40 kilometers.

In addition to the three standard modes (Comfort, Sport and Sport Plus), drivers will now be able to choose two optional work programs (Dynamic and Dynamic Plus) with which the hybrid M5 shows all its capabilities. By activating them, the driver can choose to transfer all the power to the rear axle only, with the assistance of an electronically controlled limited differential lock. There is also the possibility of individual adjustment of the suspension, brakes, steering system, gearbox and drivetrain.

When it comes to price, the new BMW M5 starts at 144,000 euros in Germany.

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Ferrari F8 Spider upgraded by Mansory

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After last year’s F8XX Tempesta Turchese, German tuner Mansory presented another project based on the Ferrari F8 Spider with a lot of aerodynamic carbon components.

This time, Mansory used the same aerodynamic solution as in the previous project, such as a mask with a forged carbon splitter, new air intakes, aerodynamic wings, carbon openings on the front fenders, new sills, as well as a new rear diffuser with two small wings and new four ends exhaust pipes.

The interior is upholstered in turquoise leather that covers almost every surface in the cockpit, including the seats, dashboard, door panels, floor mats and steering wheel. A lot of carbon details and a few black components complete the luxurious look of the car.

When it comes to the powertrain, Mansory has upgraded the 3.9-liter twin-turbo V8 engine that now delivers 880 hp (656 kW) and 708 lb-ft (960 Nm) of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a 7-speed automatic transmission. The car is mounted on a set of 21″ front and 22″ rear wheels with forged carbon details.

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BMW canceled the contract with Northvolt worth 2 billion euros

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Four years ago, BMW signed a contract with Northvolt, but the contract was recently cancelled. Northvolt is a Swedish company that produces lithium-ion batteries, and the contract was worth 2 billion euros.

In 2016, two former Tesla executives founded Northwolt, and in January they raised $5 million to expand a battery recycling facility in Sweden. In March, the company began building a new gigafactory for battery production in Heide, Germany, and is considering a new facility in Borlange, Sweden.

The reason for the termination of the contract between BMW and Northvolt is that the Swedish manufacturer did not fulfill its obligations due to problems with serial production, a delay of two years behind the original plan, but also that it produces too much waste. Battery cells would be produced from wind and hydropower.

BMW still has a contract with Northvolt to supply next-generation battery cells for Neue Klasse electric vehicles. The first next-generation car to hit the market is the iX3, which has been announced for the end of next year. After this model, an electric sedan the size of the current Series 3 will arrive, and then the iX4 sedan and station wagon are expected in 2027. The successor to the current iX2 model will also be part of the Neue Klasse family.

BMW has already started talks with Samsung SDI about the supply of batteries needed for their current electric cars.

Source: BMW