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After the E34 M5 Touring from the late 1980s/early 1990s and the E60 M5 Touring from the 2000s, BMW has revealed that a third M5 Touring is being developed.

Currently, test drives for the brand-new high-performance sedan from BMW M GmbH are being completed on public roads, BMW Group proving grounds, and racetracks all over the world.

The Touring model will include a completely new, largely electrified drive system, just like the upcoming BMW M5 Sedan. It will also feature a M-typical performance characteristics and finely tuned chassis technology enhanced by cutting-edge systems.

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The new Ford Ranger Raptor 2.0L Bi-Turbo Diesel will embark on a national tour with the Ford Experience Hub at the end of this month thanks to Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC), the sole distributor for Ford in Malaysia.

Ipoh Parade Mall’s Ground Floor Atrium will host the Ford Experience Hub’s first stop from June 27 to July 2, 2023.

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Toyota has been making the C-HR, a subcompact crossover SUV, since 2016. Hiroyuki Koba, Toyota’s head engineer, started the project’s initial stages of development in 2013 as a model that will slot between the Corolla Cross and the Yaris Cross.

With cutting-edge design, technologies, and a variety of electrified hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains with increased power, and extended all-electric driving capabilities, the all-new, next-generation Toyota C-HR raises the bar for the exceptional quality and status of its predecessor.

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The eye-catching design of the new Toyota C-HR is consistent with the aesthetic shown by the prologue model unveiled in late 2022. It has the appearance of “a concept car on the road” thanks to its unusual bodywork.

With its coupe-like lines, the original Toyota C-HR broke the norm for SUV design. The new model’s “super-coupe” profile gives these a sharper rendering. The all-electric bZ4X is also seen with the same frontal treatment, which shows the new face of Toyota SUVs.

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The first official glimpse at the brand-new 2024 Nissan Z Nismo has been eagerly anticipated by fans of the famous Nissan Z sports car. A 45-second teaser video of the jacked-up Z burning some serious rubber was revealed by the Japanese automaker.

Its updated bodywork and interior were clearly visible. The teaser video’s lack of a clutch pedal and shifter would have alerted observant viewers. This is due to the fact that the Nismo looks like it will be automatic only.

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With the top two fastest qualifying speeds and victories in Race 1 at the Sepang International Circuit, Laser Motor Racing dominated the first day of the GR Vios Sprint Cup weekend.

Teammates Eddie Lew and Amer Harris came in second, while Putera Adam and Jwan Hii took the lead with the fastest time of 2 minutes, 52.302 seconds. Hayden Haikal and Timothy Yeo of Axle Sports completed the top three positions.

The GR Vios Sprint Cup has two 1-hour races on Saturday and Sunday, 2-driver teams, a required pit stop, and a driver switch. Toyota’s presence in motor racing has expanded thanks to this move, which has also given Toyota dealers and privateers the chance to compete in saloon car racing at lower costs and, more importantly, the chance to succeed as a racing team and actively take part in the development of young talent.

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