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BMW G80 M3

German tuner AC Schnitzer has improved the performance of the BMW 3 Series. It is a G80 M3 model based on the BMW M3 Competition.

The upgraded G80 received an AC Schnitzer equipment kit that includes a front splitter, front side wings, rear roof spoiler, carbon “Racing” rear wing, rear spoiler and carbon rear diffuser.

Inside, there is a specially designed steering wheel made of fine black Nappa leather and black Alcantara, and aluminum pedals. The sporty look is complemented by accessories such as footrest, gear shift paddles, “Black Line” cover for iDrive system controller and key holder, all made of aluminum.

The car has an adjustable suspension and spring kit that allow front lowering of 10 – 20 mm, stainless steel sports exhaust system with two pairs of 110 mm “Carbon Sport” tailpipes. It rides on 20-inch light-alloy wheels with 285/30 R 20 (front) and 295/30 R 20 (rear) tires.

The G80 is powered by a twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six engine with 590 hp (434 kW) and 553 lb-ft (750 Nm) of torque. For comparison, the standard M3 Competition has 510 hp (370 kW) and 479 lb-ft (650 Nm) of torque.

Source: AC Schnitzer

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Geneva International Motor Show postponed again

The organizing committee of the Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS) has decided to postpone the salon. The salon will not be organized, as previously announced, from 19 to 27 February 2022, but will be postponed to 2023.

According to the official announcement, the decision is in the interest of the producers, exhibitors, but also the audience itself, which leaves no room for alternatives. Travel restrictions on the one hand, but also indirect reasons such as the crisis caused by the shortage of chips, are creating some new priorities for car manufacturers.

The President of the Permanent Committee of the Salon International de l’automobile, Maurice Turrettini said: “Despite all our efforts, we have to face the facts and the reality: the pandemic situation is not under control and presents itself as a big threat for a large indoor event like GIMS. But we see this decision as a postponement, rather than a cancellation. I am confident that the GIMS will come back stronger than ever in 2023. “

Source: Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS)

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Škoda Slavia

Following the recently unveiled Kushaq, Škoda has prepared another model, the Škoda Slavia. Spy shots of this model have recently appeared, but they do not reveal much data.

The Škoda Slavia will be built on the MQB-A0-IN platform as well as the Kushaq, and comes as a successor to the Škoda Rapid model. With slightly larger dimensions (length 4,480 mm), it will have more advanced technological solutions. It will offer plenty of space, but also a bit more personality.

When it comes to powertrain, the Škoda Slavia will use the same engine as the Kushaq. It will be powered by a 1.0-liter TSI petrol engine with 115 hp (85 kW). The engine is paired with a six-speed manual transmission, while an automatic transmission is offered as an option. The more powerful version will be powered by a 1.5-liter TSI petrol engine with 150 hp (111 kW). The engine is paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, while a manual transmission is available as an option.

As the second model within VW Group’s India 2.0 project, Slavija will hit the Indian market later this year.

Source: Škoda