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BMW M Performance Parts For New 5 Series Sedan And i5

For both the brand-new 5 Series and i5 models, BMW has developed a variety of M Performance Parts, addressing the needs of consumers who want to improve the appearance of their executive cars.

The external options include a front spoiler lip, side skirts, a three-part rear diffuser, and a rear boot lid spoiler for cars with the M Sport or M Sport Pro package. These parts are made of carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP), which makes them both light and strong. Also, available in CFRP material are optional extras like side mirror covers and an Aramid antenna cover.

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Mini Cooper Bulldog Racing Edition: The Ultimate Licence To Race

Mini is always known to create special/limited editions of its models. This time, Mini is commemorating the success of the Bulldog Racing team, a private racing team situated in Nürburg, Germany. The team secured a second-place finish in the 24 Hours of Nürburgring event for this year. Their achievement was in the category for production-based cars with an engine displacement ranging from 1,600 to 2,000cc and equipped with a turbocharger.

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Demand For Pre-Owned Cars Expected To Stabilise

The sales of second-hand cars are predicted to slow down for the remainder of the year, primarily due to the conclusion of the sales tax exemption on March 31. According to Datuk Tony Khor, the President of the Federation of Motor and Credit Companies Association of Malaysia, the sales of used cars during the first quarter of the year were comparable to the same period in the previous year. However, sales began to decline starting from the second quarter.

As reported by TheStar, Khor explained that the strong sales of used cars in the first quarter were influenced by the deadline of March 31, which was set for car manufacturers to deliver models ordered by customers to take advantage of the sales tax exemption under the National Economic Recovery Plan (Penjana). As more individuals purchased new cars, the necessity to trade in their old cars increased.

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2024 Mercedes-AMG GT Debuts With Two V8 Options

Mercedes has taken the wraps off the second generation of the AMG GT, the rival to the Porsche 911 from Affalterbach, Germany.

The new GT incorporates the most recent advancements in performance and chassis technology from AMG, which encompasses a standard adaptable all-wheel-drive system.

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Rolls-Royce La Rose Noire: A Two Seat Roadster Droptail – RM139.5 Million!

Rolls-Royce has introduced a beautiful two-door, two-seater roadster known as the Droptail, demonstrating its steadfast adherence to a modern approach to coachbuilding. The Droptail continues the fashion started by the Sweptail in 2017 and the Boat Tail in 2021. Like its predecessors, the Droptail is a custom Rolls-Royce design created in collaboration with “the marque’s most ambitious clients.”

While it is understandable that the identity of these customers remains a secret, we do know that they fit the description of “significant collectors, patrons of the arts, and business leaders.” It’s important to note that the project will involve the development of four unique Droptail models, each tailored to the tastes and requirements of four different clients.

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Limited Edition Kia EV6 Makes Official Debut

Kia has unveiled a special limited edition variant of the EV6, designed to celebrate the model’s achievement of being named the North American Utility Vehicle of the Year.

A total of 1000 units are set to be manufactured exclusively for the U.S. market,. This unique edition features a captivating paint colour named deep forest green, a hue specifically reserved for this commemorative model. The striking green shade creates a beautiful contrast when paired with the desert beige leather interior.

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