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The New BMW M4 CS Reportedly Debuts in May

There’s a brand new BMW M4 CS on the best way, in keeping with a brand new report from BMW Blog, citing unnamed sources. The high-powered coupe that’ll be primarily based on the just lately up to date M4 will allegedly debut someday in May.

All the proof factors to BMW utilizing its twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six engine within the coupe. It’ll supposedly produce the identical energy because the M4 CSL—543 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque—and pack the model’s eight-speed computerized transmission. Unlike its predecessor, the brand new CS may have xDrive all-wheel drive.

If the M4 CS follows the identical growth path as its M3 equivalent, we count on BMW to shave a number of kilos from the coupe’s curb weight. The firm used carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic for the roof, hood, rear diffuser, and different bits to chop 75 kilos from the sedan. We hope the coupe sees an analogous weight discount.

Previous spy photographs captured the warmer coupe out testing in public, including at the Nürburgring. BMW has hidden the up to date fascias, which included a distinguished entrance splitter and a small trunk-lid spoiler. According to BMW Blog, it’ll be primarily based on the up to date M4 that the corporate revealed earlier this yr, gaining a bunch of mid-cycle updates resembling upgraded headlights, a flat-bottom steering wheel, and new screens.

The most costly new M4 coupe, the M4 Competition xDrive, begins at $89,295, whereas the M3 CS prices practically $120,000. We count on the M4 CS to be as costly as its four-door singling. BMW will kick off manufacturing of the brand new variant in July, limiting manufacturing of the automobile to only a few thousand items.

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Audi removes hot S4 and S5 diesels from sale in UK

Audi has temporarily removed the S4 and S5 models from sale in the UK due to high demand and the need to fulfill existing orders. The models can still be purchased from stock, but they are no longer available on Audi’s website. It is unclear when they will be back on sale. The current A4 and A5 models are set to be replaced next year, and it is uncertain if the S4 and S5 will return before the new models are introduced. However, customers can still order the RS4 Avant, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S6, and S7 saloons. Between January and June 2023, Audi sold a total of 198 S4 and S4 Avant models, as well as 178 S5 Coupes and S5 Sportbacks in the UK. It is uncertain if the 2024 models will use the same 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine. Currently, BMW has also axed all diesel variants of the 4 Series. As part of Audi’s new naming strategy, the next-generation A4 will carry the A5 name into production, and an electric equivalent called the A4 E-tron will also be available. The fate of the successor to the current A5 model is unclear. The S4 Avant and S5 were initially launched in 2017 with a 3.0-litre petrol V6 engine and later facelifted in 2019 to include a twin-scroll turbocharged diesel engine option.

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Volvo S60, V60, V90 Discontinued in UK Due to Declining Interest in Sedans and Wagons

Volvo has made changes to its lineup in the UK by removing the S60, V60, and V90 models. The automaker cites the decreasing demand for sedans and wagons, while noting the increasing interest in its SUVs.

According to Autocar, the absence of these models was discovered on Volvo’s online configurator. Volvo confirmed the removal and explained that customers have shown strong interest in the upcoming EX30 and EX90 models. Volvo stated in a response to Autocar that it will continue to transform its product offerings, focusing on electrification, new platforms, and the transition towards manufacturing fully electric vehicles.


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2024 Buick Regal Receives Second Facelift in China

In 2020, Buick discontinued the Regal model in the US due to the growing preference for crossovers among consumers. The Australian equivalent, the Holden Commodore, met the same fate. Meanwhile, the Opel/Vauxhall Insignia, its European counterpart, continued production but was also discontinued in 2022. However, in July 2023, China’s Auto Home magazine released official images of an updated Regal, hinting at an imminent local debut.

The 2024 Regal features the updated tri-shield logo, which was unveiled just over a year ago. Its second facelift includes a bold, trapezoidal front grille that resembles the shape of a catfish. This distinctive grille is enhanced by metallic trim pieces shaped like boomerangs, visually connecting with the revised headlights’ daytime running lights. The rest of the car maintains its side profile from the previous model introduced in early 2017, with the only noticeable change being the revised badge at the rear.