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Exclusive sportiness for each event: BMW M Performance Parts for the brand new BMW 5 Series Touring and the brand new BMW i5 Touring.

May 7, 2024 Prafful Singh Leave a comment

Munich. Hallmark BMW driving pleasure, a sporty look and fashionable performance have at all times helped the BMW 5 Series Touring to occupy a particular place within the premium phase of the higher mid-range automobile phase. The totally electrical drive of the BMW i5 Touring within the sixth mannequin era makes this mixture much more engaging. BMW M Performance Parts will even be obtainable for all mannequin variants from market launch in May 2024, underlining the dynamic character of the brand new BMW 5 Series Touring and the brand new BMW i5 Touring in on a regular basis use and on journeys.

The model-specific aerodynamic, inside and suspension retrofit merchandise provide best alternatives to individually optimise the dynamic potential and athletic look of the brand new BMW 5 Series Touring and the brand new BMW i5 Touring. Products from the Original BMW Accessories programme are already homologated with the entire automobile, so no separate registration with the registration authorities is required.

Individual look, optimised aerodynamics and clever light-weight design with high-quality M Performance exterior components.

The BMW M Performance Parts for the outside set particular person accents in look and on the similar time fulfil useful necessities when it comes to light-weight development and aerodynamics. They have been specifically developed for the brand new BMW 5 Series Touring and the brand new BMW i5 Touring with M Sport Package or M Sport Package Pro and are completely matched to the geometry and design of the automobile. All Carbon parts are manufactured from carbon fibre bolstered plastic (CFRP), sealed with clear lacquer to attain a high-quality end, and provides the automotive a pointy and sporty look from all angles.

The three-part M Performance Carbon entrance splitter makes a assured assertion of unique sportiness and enhances the dynamic driving potential of the brand new BMW 5 Series Touring and the brand new BMW i5 Touring. Handcrafted to perfection, it gives performance-oriented downforce in addition to a placing look. For an much more unique look, the M Performance entrance splitter can be obtainable in high-gloss black on the left and proper.

In addition to the M Performance Carbon facet sill attachments, which give the automobile’s profile much more visible size and depth, the brand new M Performance accent stripes in Frozen Black emphasise the dynamically flowing strains of the brand new BMW 5 Series Touring and the brand new BMW i5 Touring. The digitally printed accent stripes are in matt anthracite and have the M Performance lettering. The M Performance facet sill decals, which include a placing curved line in matt gray, spotlight the automobile’s profile even additional. The decals are positioned beneath the doorways and supply a sublime color accent, particularly on the black facet sills. The unique M Performance Frozen Black accent stripes emphasise the sporty magnificence and intensify the shoulder space alongside the complete size of the automobile. The high-quality movie set is highway wash resistant and optimised for the automobile geometry of the BMW 5 Series Touring and the BMW i5 Touring.

The placing M Carbon exterior mirror caps and the M Performance Aramid aerial cowl present additional accents for the person and sporty profile of the brand new BMW 5 Series Touring and the brand new BMW i5 Touring. Aramid-reinforced plastic is similar to CFRP, however has a excessive electromagnetic permeability.

The three-piece M Performance rear diffuser can be constructed from aramid. It emphasises the powerfully designed rear of the automobile much more impressively and in addition allows the baggage compartment lid to be opened and closed with out touching it. The M Performance high-gloss black roof spoiler and M Performance Carbon rear fins add a contact of sportiness and magnificence.

High-quality inside choices carry racing aptitude to the cockpit.

The M Performance Carbon door sill trims are an unmistakable signal of the dynamic orientation of the brand new BMW 5 Series Touring and the brand new BMW i5 Touring. With their M Performance lettering, they’re an eye catching function when the doorways are open. For a very elegant first impression, M aluminium door sill trims are additionally obtainable. The M Performance door projector slides complement the present BMW LED door projector with three interchangeable M Performance graphics and supply a very attribute entry and exit expertise even at nightfall.

The M Performance flooring mats with leather-look edging, contrasting stitching and a seam in BMW M colors add a sporty contact to the inside. The purist design and exact workmanship of the M Performance stainless-steel pedal pads with uneven rubber profiles give the motive force’s footwell an unmistakably dynamic, high-tech look.

The M Performance key case additionally makes a transparent efficiency assertion on any event. Made from Alcantara and top quality leather-based in a carbon fibre look, the perfectly-fitting protecting cowl protects the automobile key from scratches and is an ideal addition to the vary of BMW M Performance Parts. The M Performance Carbon gasoline filler cap can be obtainable for the combustion engine and plug-in hybrid variants of the brand new BMW 5 Series Touring. It is especially straightforward to suit and options M Performance lettering on brushed aluminium.

Light alloy wheels and sport brake system for optimised efficiency.

The M Performance gentle alloy wheels obtainable for the brand new BMW 5 Series Touring and the all-electric BMW i5 Touring are ideally suited to a sporty driving fashion and make for a extremely distinctive look. Both summer season wheel with tyre units and winter wheel with tyre units within the dimensions 19, 20 and 21 inches can be found.

The summer season wheel with tyre set with 21-inch M Performance Cross Spoke gentle alloy wheels is accessible for all drive varieties in both M Bicolor Jet Black gloss end or M Frozen Midnight Grey. For all mannequin variants the 19-inch M Performance gentle alloy wheels in Y-Spoke design in Matt Black are additionally obtainable as a summer season wheel with tyre set. The corresponding winter wheel with tyre set, which can be appropriate for snow chains aside from the biggest rim width, are additionally obtainable with an additional tender tyre compound or studded tyres.

Also obtainable for the chilly season: 20-inch M aerodynamic wheel with tyre set in burnished Bicolour Midnight Grey end. They give all variants of the brand new BMW 5 Series Touring and the brand new BMW i5 Touring a very unique contact, even in winter. Additional wheel units are ideally stowed within the M Performance tyre luggage. A bolstered deal with makes it straightforward to move the wheels and protects each the motive force and the automobile from filth.

The M Performance 20-inch brake system ensures a deceleration efficiency worthy of the identify and brief braking distances. Its red-painted brake calipers that includes the four-colour M brand look significantly distinctive along with the open rim design of the 21-inch gentle alloy wheels. The sport brake system is fitted with six-piston aluminium mounted calipers on the entrance and single-piston floating calipers on the rear to supply deceleration. The large-format, internally ventilated and perforated M Performance light-weight brake discs present improved thermal load-bearing capability and thus ship even greater breaking energy beneath excessive situations.

BMW i5 M60 xDrive Touring*: Power consumption mixed in WLTP cycle: 20.8 – 18.3 kWh/100 km, Electric vary in WLTP cycle: 445 – 506 km

*preliminary knowledge

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Struff triumphs on the 2024 BMW Open and wins an all-electric BMW i5 M60.

April 22, 2024 Prafful Singh Leave a comment

Munich. A strong smash, after which it was finished. In the fourth remaining of his profession and his thirteenth look on the BMW Open, Jan-Lennard Struff was in a position to have fun his first title on the ATP Tour in Munich on Sunday. The 33-year-old took 1:19 hours to defeat Taylor Fritz 7-5, 6-3 in Sunday’s remaining. As a reward for profitable his first title on the ATP tour, the German receives €88,125 in prize cash, the normal champion’s Lederhosen, and an all-electric Winner’s Car: the BMW i5 M60(Combined energy consumption: 21.2–18.2 kWh/100 km. Combined CO2 emissions: 0 g/km. Electric vary: 439–516 kilometers. All information based on WLTP). BMW additionally introduced on Sunday that the title partnership, which started again in 1987, will proceed sooner or later. As such, the event will proceed to be known as the BMW Open when it enters a brand new period as an ATP 500 occasion subsequent 12 months.

“It was once again a fantastic tournament week,” stated Bernhard Kuhnt, Head of BMW Region Europe, handing over the keys to the automobile on the presentation ceremony. “The BMW Group is proud to have been title sponsor of this magnificent sporting event in our home city for the 37^th time – and that we will continue to be the title sponsor. On behalf of the BMW Group, I would like to congratulate our champion Jan-Lennard Struff on an outstanding performance, his first title at the BMW Open, and winning the all-electric BMW i5 M60. I am sure that he you will have a lot of fun with this innovative 5 Series. Game, set, match, joy. We now look forward to shaping the future of the BMW Open in the ATP 500 category, along with our long-term partners.”

The BMW Open additionally loved a primary within the grandstands this 12 months. For the primary time, all 9 days of the long-lasting event at MTTC Iphitos in Munich had been bought out. Over the course of the week, a file crowd of greater than 50,000 guests defied the unsettled climate, created the distinctive environment on the BMW Open and loved additionally world-class tennis from a top-drawer area: amongst these with their sights set on profitable the title at Aumeisterweg had been Olympic gold medalist Alexander Zverev (GER), final 12 months’s winner Holger Rune (NOR), former US Open champion Dominic Thiem (AUT) and Félix Auger-Aliassime (CAN).

In the top, Struff, who had already reached the ultimate of the BMW Open in 2021 (dropping 4-6, 6-7 to Georgian Nikoloz Basilashvili), deservedly triumphed. Fritz could not face up to the strain of the German’s highly effective recreation all through the ultimate. Similar was the destiny of Rune within the semifinal towards Struff. The world quantity twelve, who had received the BMW Open twice in a row and had not misplaced a match in Munich till then, needed to settle for defeat with a rating of 2-6, 0-6.

“I’m thrilled that I finally made it, and it means a lot to me that I’ve won my first title in Germany. I can hardly wait for the next BMW Open, it’s an incredible tournament,” stated Struff, who obtained the trophy from Markus Söder, Minister President of Bavaria. The Winner’s Car BMW i5 M60 was introduced from Bernhard Kuhnt on the Center Court. “That’s a fantastic car,” stated the visibly impressed champion. “I’m just happy.”

The champion can look ahead to a strong motor and sporty driving dynamics. The BMW i5 M60 affords the efficiency typical of a BMW M automobile – however in all-electric type. The new 5 Series saloon additionally underlines its refined character with revolutionary digital providers, together with for in-car gaming, audio and video streaming, and significantly high-quality driver help programs.

Tournament Director Patrik Hühnen had checked out and picked up the Winner’s Car himself on the manufacturing website – the BMW Group Plant Dingolfing – on behalf of the 2024 BMW Open champion.

Like the Winner’s Car, the shuttle fleet, which BMW operated in the course of the event, was additionally all-electric. It comprised the fully-electric BMW i7, BMW i5 and BMW i5 Touring, BMW iX, BMW iX1 and BMW iX2 fashions.

Struff narrowly missed out on the BMW Open double. The doubles competitors was received by Yuki Bhambri (IND) and Albano Olivetti (FRA) after an thrilling remaining, with a rating of 7-6; 7-6 towards Struff and Andreas Mies (GER). The Allianz Para Trophy, which was held as a part of the BMW Open and featured a top-class area, was received by Martín de la Puente. The 24-year-old Spaniard defeated Gordon Reid (SCO) 2:6; 7:5; 7:6 within the remaining. Frederic Cattaneo/Stephane Houdet (FRA) received the doubles, defeating Anthony Dittmar/Christoph Wilke (GER) 4:0; 4:2 within the remaining.

BMW i5 M60 xDrive:
Power consumption mixed in WLTP cycle: 21.2 – 18.2 kWh/100 km
Electric vary in WLTP cycle: 439 – 516 km

Featured

Leaked: Hyundai Creta Facelift Exterior Design Ahead Of Launch

January 8, 2024 Prafful Singh

The new Creta has a stronger look and can go on sale on January 16

Bookings for the brand new Creta are open for Rs 25,000 each on-line and at dealerships.
Exterior revisions embrace new LED lighting, contemporary alloy wheels and a redesigned grille.
Revised entrance and rear profiles make it look extra butch than earlier than.
New options on board are a 360-degree digicam, digital driver show and ADAS.
To be offered with three engine and 4 gearbox choices, together with the brand new Verna’s 1.5-litre turbo unit.
Could be priced from Rs 11 lakh (ex-showroom).

The upcoming facelifted Hyundai Creta’s uncamouflaged photos have surfaced on-line, thereby exhibiting the up to date SUV in its entirety forward of the launch on January 16. Prior to this leak, the Korean producer had offered glimpses of the brand new exterior design by way of teasers, whereas additionally absolutely revealing the inside. Hyundai is at present taking bookings each on its official web site and at authorised dealerships.

A Fresh Face

Most of the modifications have been made to the SUV’s entrance fascia. The up to date design brings with it a outstanding rectangular grille (akin to the brand new Venue), accompanied by a full-width LED DRL that includes an inverted ‘L’-shaped signature. The LED headlights have been redesigned to suit right into a squarish housing as an alternative of the cut up format of the outgoing SUV. Lower down, you get a chunkier bumper housing an enormous silver-finished skid plate.

In profile, nothing’s been altered a lot aside from the trendy new alloy wheels. Moving to the rear, there are newly linked LED back lights, which mimic the identical signature because the DRL on the entrance, and a giant skid plate housed within the tweaked bumper. Overall, the brand new Creta appears butch than earlier than, giving it a stronger highway presence.

What About Its Cabin?

On the within, the brand new Hyundai Creta will even include a dual-tone theme choice. The dashboard has undergone a complete redesign, providing a extra refined really feel by incorporating twin digital screens as seen on the Kia Seltos facelift. A piano black panel now occupies the higher a part of the passenger facet dashboard, accommodating the facet AC vent, whereas beneath it, there is a new open space for storing with ambient lighting. Additionally, the up to date SUV introduces smooth central AC vents and an up to date, probably touch-enabled local weather management panel.

The decrease centre console continues to be linked to the local weather management panel however appears to have undergone a slight revision when it comes to design. It consists of the wi-fi cellphone charging dock, accompanied by ambient lighting, together with the gear shifter and entrance cupholders.

Also Check Out: 2024 Hyundai Creta: Should You Wait For It Or Pick One Of Its Rivals?

More Tech To Play With

New options to hitch the Creta’s gear set, due to the midlife refresh, embrace a ten.25-inch digital driver’s show, dual-zone local weather management, a 360-degree digicam, and superior driver help programs (ADAS).

Other consolation, comfort and security options that might be carried ahead from the outgoing model comprise the panoramic sunroof, wi-fi cellphone charging, ventilated entrance seats, six airbags, and a tyre strain monitoring system (TPMS).

What’s Under The Hood?

With the facelift, the brand new Hyundai Creta might be provided with each the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated (N.A.) petrol and diesel engines from the outgoing mannequin whereas additionally including the Verna’s 1.5-litre turbo unit to the combo. Here are all of the detailed specs:

Specifications	1.5-litre N.A. Petrol	1.5-litre Turbo-petrol	1.5-litre Diesel



















Power	115 PS	160 PS	116 PS



















Torque	144 Nm	253 Nm	250 Nm



















Transmission	6-speed MT, CVT	7-speed DCT	6-speed MT, 6-speed AT

There’s just one main distinction from the Verna’s turbo powertrain right here: whereas the sedan is supplied with each 6-speed MT and 7-speed DCT choices, the Creta will solely get the 7-speed computerized.

Expected Price And Competitors

We anticipate the facelifted Hyundai Creta to have a beginning value of Rs 11 lakh (ex-showroom). It will tackle the Maruti Grand Vitara, Kia Seltos, Honda Elevate, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun, MG Astor, and Citroen C3 Aircross.

Ferrari’s New Hypercar Probably Won’t Look Like This, Hopefully

November 28, 2023 Prafful Singh

It’s always best not to judge a car’s appearance based on spy photos. Prototypes usually don’t use all the production parts until the end of the testing phase. This Ferrari hypercar prototype, for example, has provisional components, including quad taillights from the SF90.

The camouflage and tape can’t fully conceal the hypercar’s wild aerodynamic package, including the giant rear wing. There are massive air intakes front and rear, as well as generously sized side air vents to improve airflow. Even though there are no visible badges on this prototype, the “Ferrari” script is easily visible on the brake calipers at both axles.

The rounded exhaust tips sticking out from the center of the bumper are fake, with the actual exhaust tucked away behind the mesh. The rearview camera positioned above the third brake light may not make it to production. However, the massive rear diffuser gives the hypercar an intimidating look, as does the chunky front splitter.

Cutouts in the roof reveal that the Ferrari codenamed “F250” will have butterfly doors. It’s unclear whether it’ll still have a rear window, as there is camo over the entire rear section. Even if there is one, rearward visibility will likely be greatly hampered by the large wing.

The stickers on the prototype indicate Bosch was testing certain hardware, while the yellow triangle with a black lightning logo suggests the LaFerrari replacement will be a hybrid. For the first time since the F40 era, the Ferrari flagship is widely believed to do away with the V12 engine.

Ferrari could potentially halve the cylinder count by using a V6 instead, which might seem drastic. However, the mid-mounted 3.0-liter unit with a pair of turbochargers, derived from the 296 GTB and its GT3 race car companion, traces its roots in the 499P endurance race car, which also has six cylinders. It’s unclear whether the powertrain will have plug-in capabilities or be a self-charging hybrid setup, like the LaFerrari.

Given Ferrari’s modus operandi, it wouldn’t be surprising if the entire production run has already been spoken for. The hypercar is expected to be unveiled in 2024, with plans for 599 coupes and 199 convertibles, followed by a meaner XX variant limited to 30 units.

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Tata Safari Facelift Detailed In 13 Pics

October 11, 2023 Prafful Singh

The Tata Safari has undergone its first major refresh, giving it a sharper appearance inside and out, with an even more expansive features set

Tata’s flagship 3-row SUV, the Tata Safari, has just received its first major makeover. The carmaker has unveiled the updated SUV and while we await its prices, here’s how the Tata Safari facelift looks inside and out.

Front

The Safari’s front end has been redesigned, featuring a revised grille with chrome studs, vertically stacked LED projector headlights, a connected DRL strip, and a chunky skid plate. The ‘Safari’ moniker can be found between the headlight and fog lamp housings.

Side

The side profile of the Safari facelift remains largely the same, with the addition of the ‘Safari’ moniker on the lower portions of the front doors and black roof rails.

The facelifted Safari now comes with the option of 19-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, a first for this model.

Rear

The rear of the Safari facelift features an upright tailgate, a redone bumper with a new skid plate, and a connected wraparound LED taillight setup. The ‘Safari’ badging on the tailgate has also been updated.

Also See: Tata Safari Facelift Base Smart Variant Detailed In Images

Cabin And Features

The interior of the Safari facelift features a layered dashboard design, revised central AC vents, and a new 4-spoke steering wheel with a backlit Tata logo. The SUV also offers exterior-colour-coordinated interior themes depending on the chosen variant.

Another new feature is the touch-based climate control panel, which now has voice-enabled dual-zone AC and gloss black finish.

The Safari facelift stands out with its dual display setup, consisting of a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment unit and a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster. It offers wireless smartphone connectivity, connected car tech, and a 10-speaker JBL sound system. Alexa connectivity and Harman AudioworX advanced with JBL audio modes are also included.

The seating configuration remains unchanged, with both 6- and 7-seat options available. The 6-seater variants offer front ventilated seats and seat cooling in the second row.

Boot Space

The Safari facelift offers a boot space of 420 litres with the third row folded down, which can be expanded to 827 litres by folding down the second row as well.

Powertrain

The powertrain remains unchanged, with a 2-litre diesel engine rated at 170PS and 350Nm, paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic gearbox. The Safari facelift is even more fuel efficient than before.

Expected Price And Rivals

The Tata Safari facelift is expected to be launched in the coming weeks, with prices starting from around Rs 16 lakh (ex-showroom). Its main competitors will be the MG Hector Plus, Hyundai Alcazar, and Mahindra XUV700.

Motorsport

Goodyear Introduces New Wrangler Boulder MT Tire for Off-Roading

September 22, 2023 Prafful Singh

Goodyear has added a new tire to its Wrangler all-terrain lineup, and it certainly looks aggressive. The new Wrangler Boulder MT features an aggressive tread pattern and three-ply Duraply Technology to protect the sidewalls when navigating rocky or muddy terrains.

The exact details of Duraply Technology are not provided by Goodyear, but it is said to add protection to both the sidewalls and the tread. The large blocks and deep grooves in the tread help in challenging conditions like mud and sand, while also preventing the accumulation of stones.

The Wrangler Boulder MT is designed for off-road enthusiasts seeking to conquer extreme terrains. According to Michiel Kramer, Goodyear’s Director of Product Marketing, the tire is engineered to offer long-lasting performance and versatility without compromising handling or performance.

The Boulder MT is positioned as Goodyear’s flagship tire, surpassing the aggressive Wrangler DuraTrac and Territory MT models. The tire comes in 17 sizes, suitable for rims ranging from 15 to 22 inches. The outside diameter starts at 31 inches and goes up to 37 inches.

It is not specified whether the Boulder MT will be offered as original equipment for particular vehicles. However, Goodyear mentions that it fits well on popular models such as the Ford Bronco, Jeep Wrangler, Chevrolet Silverado, and Toyota Tacoma. In the past, Ford requested Goodyear to remove the Wrangler branding from the Bronco’s factory tires due to its association with Jeep. But given the aggressive appearance of these new tires, Bronco owners might not mind having visible “Wrangler” lettering while tackling rugged terrains.

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2024 Mini Countryman EV Arrives in North America, Deliveries to Commence Late Next Year

September 20, 2023 Prafful Singh

The electric version of the 2024 Mini Countryman crossover made its debut in North America recently, and it is expected to be available for delivery in the US starting in the autumn of the following year.

Initially unveiled in Europe earlier this month at the IAA Mobility event in Munich, Germany, the third-generation Countryman, now fully electrified, made an appearance at a special panel called “Driving Forward: The Transforming of Future Mobility.” The event was hosted by Mini’s Urban-X technology startup platform at Newlab in the Brooklyn Navy Yard, coinciding with Climate Week NYC.

Although the official press release did not specify which versions of the vehicle will be offered in the United States, we do know from the European reveal that there will be two options manufactured in Germany: the base Countryman E, with a WLTP-rated range of 287 miles, and the more powerful Countryman SE ALL4, which can travel up to 269 miles on a single charge.

Volkswagen

Volkswagen presents the concept car ID.X Performance in Locarno

September 9, 2023 Prafful Singh

All-wheel-drive vision of an all-electric sports limousine with 411 kW (558 PS)
Dynamic overall appearance thanks to countless sporty features in the interior and exterior
Premiere at ID. Treffen (meet-up) organised by fans in Ticino

Volkswagen is showcasing an all-electric sports limousine in the upper mid-sized class at the ID. Treffen in Locarno. The ID.X Performance concept car offers powerful all-wheel drive, performance-oriented suspension, and a striking appearance.

According to Maria Soni Reissfelder, Head of Marketing & Sales at Volkswagen ID. Family, the ID.X Performance allows them to meet members of the ID. Drivers Club in person and showcase the potential of the MEB (modular electric drive platform) in terms of combining performance and elegance. The show car is based on the new ID.7, and Andreas Reckewerth, Head of Technology Office MEB, and his team have enhanced its performance capabilities. The MEB platform offers great possibilities for creative vehicle development.

Powerful with an expressive look. The ID.X Performance concept car showcases its athleticism through its dynamic appearance. Its exterior features numerous sporty elements, including carbon front splitter and rear diffuser. The sporty suspension has been modified with increased toe and lowered ride height, resulting in enhanced performance and agility. The vehicle is equipped with 20-inch sports alloy wheels, carbon wing at the rear, and tinted tail light clusters. Inside, carbon bucket seats provide excellent support, with red accents adding to the sporty vibe.

Powerful dual-motor drive with 411 kW (558 PS) and boost function. The ID.X Performance boasts all-wheel drive with a rear synchronous motor and a front asynchronous motor. This configuration allows for short-term overload capability and low drag losses. The drive torque is controlled by a Vehicle Dynamics Manager, which also manages the rear axle differential lock. The vehicle is powered by a high-capacity drive battery that enables high power output and fast charging.

An electric fan community. The ID.X Performance is being presented at the ID. Treffen, an international meet-up for electric vehicle enthusiasts. The event is organized by members of the ID. Drivers Club, and it brings together passionate individuals to discuss electric mobility and participate in shared activities. In addition to the ID.X Performance, Volkswagen is showcasing other models from the ID. family at the event.

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