Just as the eighth generation defines the Corvette formula, so does its steering wheel with its leather-wrapped, squared-off shape to enhance visibility and comfort.Chevrolet Chevrolet confirmed July 15 that the 2020 next-gen Corvette will continue to wear the Stingray badge first reintroduced on the C7, and also showed off the upcoming cars new two-spoke steering wheel.The C8-generation Corvette bows in just three more days, on July 18, and with anticipation running high, the automaker has been teasing some final bits and pieces of the cars to build hype to a crescendo.Besides its own efforts, a handful of leaked images of the new car have been stoking conversations, too. As was expected, the C8 Corvette seems to have inspired some divisiveness among enthusiasts, even just from those blurry photos and subtle teasers.Some fans, for example, took to criticizing the functionality and design of the new steering wheel as soon as Chevrolet showed it off last week and implied itd already soured them on the rest of the car. Others pushed back, noting two-spoke wheels are not uncommon in motorsports.At least the cars use of the Stingray name shouldnt prove too controversial. Sting Ray first showed up on the second-gen C2 Corvette, in 1963, then became one word Stingray when stuck to the fenders of the C3 in 1968. The badge was dropped in 1976, before the C3 generation saw its end in 1982.Chevrolet said July 8 the Corvette C8s full reveal on July 18 in Orange County, California will be livestreamed online, at 10:30 EDT (7:30 PDT). Following the reveal and through to early 2020, the new Corvette will go on a tour of some 125 U.S. dealerships on the East and West
Origin: 2020 Corvette confirmed to wear ‘Stingray’ badge, steering wheel teased
2020
Rapid EV chargers should have card payment by 2020 says OLEV
Rapid EV chargers should have card payment by 2020 says OLEV Rapid units should have easier access from next year By Spring 2020, all new rapid EV charge points should offer card payment access for pay-as-you-go usage, as part of the UK Government’s Road to Zero strategy. As part of a roaming solution to allow easier access to EV chargers, the Office for Low Emission Vehicles is encouraging the use of bank card compatibility, to enable EV drivers to use the units without first needing to register with a card or app. The majority of charge points are likely to offer contactless bank card access, allowing drivers to ues and pay for the charge point as they would pay for shopping at a supermarket for example. It brings the process in line with how drivers fill up at a petrol station, with no need for them to sign up with oil companies first. It is a common complaint amongst both those that drive electric vehicles, and those that have looked into buying one, that access to UK charging infrastructure is a limiting factor in EV uptake. Future of Mobility Minister, Michael Ellis, said: “The government’s vision is for the UK to have one of the best electric vehicle charging networks in the world, but we know the variety of payment methods at the moment is a source of frustration for drivers. “It is crucial there are easy payment methods available to improve electric vehicle drivers’ experiences and give drivers choice. This will help even more people enjoy the benefits electric vehicles bring and speed up our journey to a zero-emission future. Business and Industry Minister Andrew Stephenson said: “Initiatives like this are essential as we move towards a net zero economy, making it easier than ever for people to own and use electric vehicles. “Investing in batteries, technology and infrastructure through our modern Industrial Strategy and Faraday battery challenge will ensure the UK leads the world in the global transition away from fossil fuels while supporting the future of our automotive industry.” The announcement comes on the same day as Polar revealed it is adding contactless bank card payment to all new rapid and ultra-rapid chargers going forward, plus retro-fitting existing rapids with the technology. Some networks, including InstaVolt and Engenie, already offer contactless bank card payment on all their rapid charge points.
Origin: Rapid EV chargers should have card payment by 2020 says OLEV
Electric vehicle chargepoints should offer card payment by 2020
All new public charging points should offer contactless payment via credit or debit card by spring next year, the Government has stipulated, as it seeks to address a key issue surrounding electric-vehicle usage. While the requirement is not mandatory, the Government announced today that it “expects industry to develop a roaming solution across the charging network, allowing electric vehicle drivers to use any public chargepoint through a single payment method without needing multiple smartphone apps or membership cards”. It added that if the market is too slow to deliver improvements across the (charging point) network, it is “prepared to intervene to ensure a good deal for consumers by using powers in the Automated and Electric Vehicles Act”. With more than 50 charging point providers in the UK, the variety of payment methods required to be able to use a range of charging points has become a major source of frustration for EV drivers. The announcement comes as BP Chargemaster, operator of one of the UK’s largest public charging networks, published plans to introduce contactless card payment to all new 50kW and 150kW chargers. It will also retrofit existing rapid chargers over the next 12 months. However, the firm stated that contactless payment would be for “occasional users” to its charging points, and added that it will “continue to lead with its Polar Plus subscription” service. A BP Chargemaster spokesman told Autocar: “The benefit of contactless payment will mostly be realised by those charging infrequently, who may not have used our network before. Today, the majority of usage on our network is from subscribers, and that market will grow with higher utilisation from fleets and businesses, particularly with the introduction of the BP Fuel Charge card – the UK’s first combined fuel card for liquid fuels and EV charging.” When asked about the comparative costs of contactless payment versus a subscription, he said: “The Polar Plus subscription costs £7.85 per month (with three months free for new users), with the benefits being a usage tariff that is half the price of using contactless, as well as RFID card access, which remains the quickest way to activate a charge point on our network.” The Government’s announcement did not mention pricing or its expectations regarding contactless payments costing the same as existing offerings. Future of Mobility Minister, Michael Ellis, commented: “It is crucial there are easy payment methods available to improve electric vehicle drivers’ experiences and give drivers choice. This will help even more people enjoy the benefits electric vehicles bring and speed up our journey to a zero-emission
Origin: Electric vehicle chargepoints should offer card payment by 2020
GM trashes the Equinox and Terrain diesel engines for 2020
2018 Chevrolet Equinox Premier Diesel AWD Thanks to the misdeeds of a few automakers, diesel-powered engines are currently enjoying the popularity of toothpaste-flavoured ice cream.This excepts large-and-in-charge pickup trucks, of course, as prodigious oil-burning torque remains the choice for getting work done. In the mainstream, however, its definitely fading from public consciousness.Chalk up another cancellation to market demand, then, as Chevy will not be renewing the diesel engine option in the Equinox crossover for the 2020 model year.Gearheads over at The Car Connection were told by Chevy spox earlier this week that the engine wont return thanks to poor demand.A quick check of the Canadian fleet order guide for General Motors confirms this decision will carry over to this country as well. In addition to binning the 1.6-litre turbo-diesel for 2020, the trim levels of 3LT and 3LZ will also vanish.The usual colour-naming dance is also being performed, with some shades like Orange Burst being swapped out for the likes of Cayenne Orange. A fresh Midnight Edition murders out all the chrome, while content that was once part of a Driver Confidence Plus package is now standard equipment.In case youre wondering, the GMC sales staff across the showroom also have one less diesel engine in their catalog. The 2020 fleet guide spells out deletions for the GMC Terrain, erasures which include the turbo-diesel. Minor trim and equipment changes are also on tap for the upcoming model year. These changes are reflected on the American fleet guide as well.The diesel was available in these crossovers for a couple of years, producing only 137 horsepower but a healthy 240 lb.-ft. of torque. It was paired with a six-speed automatic, a box which possibly explains its relatively meh real-world fuel economy, even though Chevy advertises an efficiency of 6.0 L/100 km on its Canadian
Origin: GM trashes the Equinox and Terrain diesel engines for 2020
The 2020 Polestar 2 will get a performance version
The Polestar 2 features a 440-kilometre full-charge range and a price of $69,000 for a fully loaded model.Polestar Volvo spin-off Polestar is just getting started when it comes to super-performance EVs; with the Polestar 1 making big waves in the industry, many cant wait to see more models birthed from the new EV brand.Like the Polestar 2, a raised-up sedan more suited to everyday driving. Nonplussed by this Polestar sequel? Well, weve just found out the cars going to get a little more exciting thanks to the introduction of a performance package.Autoblog first learned of the performance package when Ohlins, the suspension parts supplier, announced it would be supplying adjustable shocks for the so-called Polestar 2 Performance Package.Upgraded shocks werent the only thing that would be in the package though; along with it will come Brembo brakes, sticky tires, forged wheels, and fancy trim pieces like yellow seatbelts and other goodies like youd find in the Volvo S60 Polestar Engineered.We still dont know how big the brakes or the tires will be, or the make of the tires. We also dont know what the price of the performance pack will be, but a representative said it would be about US$5,000 more than the launch edition price, some $69,000 Canadian. After the launch edition, there will be a base model with less range, and were assuming down a few other options as well.The standard Polestar 2 already produces 408 horsepower and 660 lb.-ft. of torque from its electric powerplant; the power goes to all four wheels as well, which helps it get to 100 km/h in less than 5.0 seconds. The 79-kWh battery pack will take you 440 kilometres per charge.The Polestar 2 will arrive sometime in the summer of
Origin: The 2020 Polestar 2 will get a performance version
News Roundup: Boat on highway causes waves of puns, 2020 Shelby GT500 gets priced, and Rivian keeps on poaching
Welcome to our weekly round-up of the biggest breaking stories on Driving.ca from this past week. Get caught up and ready to get on with the weekend, because it’s hard keeping pace in a digital traffic jam.Here’s what you missed while you were away.A police photo of a boat blocking a Toronto highway has turned into a national caption contestCaption? This boat ended up on #Hwy407 at Dixie Rd tonight. No one hurt. #HappyCanadaDay pic.twitter.com/rDU3sePzJ7 Sgt Kerry Schmidt (@OPP_HSD) July 2, 2019When Ontario police got a call about a boat blocking a lane-and-a-half of traffic on the GTA’s 407 ETR Highway on Canada Day, they knew just what to do: Snap a photo and post it to Twitter, obviously. The OPP’s official Twitter account shipped out a photo of the mid-size motorboat beached in the left lane, calling for the public to caption it. And the public, Driving.ca’s commenters included, did not disappoint. There were a ship-ton of boat puns, some fun Photoshop work, and a few solid references to Gilligan’s Island, which it turns out is still the most relevant piece of nautically-themed pop culture. The 2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500’s price tag nears six digitsFord has released pricing for the upcoming Mustang Shelby GT500, the most powerful Mustang ever made. The 2020 Shelby GT500 will go for $94,675 in Canada, which isn’t what the kids would call ‘el cheapo’. However, it’s a lot of car, with “the most torque-dense V8 ever,” according to the brand, good for 625 lb.-ft. of torque alongside 760 horses. Should you care to spend even more on mechanized muscle, Ford is happy to accommodate. There’s the Carbon Fibre Track Package that adds bare carbon-fibre 20-inch wheels and racing tires, a GT4 adjustable wing and more; or, for a little less, the Handling Package with a Gurney flap rear spoiler and front splitters. A hearse driver with a corpse in back argues right to use HOV laneA headline out of Nevada is serving as a reminder to funeral employees that if you’re going to use the HOV lane, your passenger has to have a pulse. When Nevada highway patrol pulled over a Dodge Grand Caravan traveling in the HOV lane with what appeared to be a sole occupant in the vehicle, they were met with an interesting argument by its driver. There was a passenger, the local funeral home employee told the officer—they just weren’t in a seat, rather in a casket in the back. Clever, but not technically legal. The driver was let off with a warning.What do truck nuts really say about a driver? There are many offensive and unnecessary ways to decorate your car, from the classic bumper sticker to gawd-awful accessories like headlight eyelashes, but king among them in terms of outrageousness are the truck testicles, a.k.a. TruckNutz. Now, columnist Lorraine Sommerfeld isn’t a fan of most car decorations, believing decor should be saved for the home, but she’s especially turned off by the dropping sacks that adorn the rear hitch of some of the world’s least discerning driver’s vehicles. So, if you own a set of TruckNutz and have an actual good reason why you feel the need to set them swinging from your F-150 – other than “balls, tee hee” – she wants to hear from you. We all do. Rivian can’t stop, won’t stop poaching employeesThe race to the world’s first long-range electric pickup truck is a hungry one. In an attempt to fight to the top of the pile, EV startup Rivian has been steadily leeching employees from automotive and tech competitors like Tesla, Ford, McLaren and especially Faraday Future. Since last spring, the Michigan-based company has doubled its number of staff, with nearly 50 engineers and other staff coming over from the struggling EV brand Faraday Future, many of whom had been furloughed by the company. The latest big hire made by Rivian, however, was of an Apple employee. Mike Bell, who helped bring the first-gen iPhone to market, will serve as Rivian’s first CTO. The 2019 Mazda MX-5 is the same old Miata we love, only now with more powerFun. That’s the Mazda MX-5 Miata’s modus operandi. Always has been. That’s why, when the previous-gen MX-5 (aka the NC) hit roads with a bigger body and a less powerful engine, some fans were… we won’t say disappointed, but confused. This year, though, Mazda has decided to clear things up with a return to the nimble nature and a boost of 26 horsepower. The 2019 MX-5 Miata once again plays to its strengths with a spirited four-cylinder engine, spot-on chassis and a host of other performance upgrades that make this generation one of the G.O.A.T.s. As reviewer Nick Tragianis notes, “On a tight, serpentine road, the Miata is more of the same, but better.”The 2019 Ford Ranger narrowly misses Top Safety Pick award at IIHS crash testsIt was the darned headlights. Thanks to a “marginal” rating given to the lamps, the 2019 Ford Ranger just missed the Top Safety Pick at this year’s IIHS safety tests. But it still did pretty well, earning a “superior” for front crash prevention, “good” for five
Origin: News Roundup: Boat on highway causes waves of puns, 2020 Shelby GT500 gets priced, and Rivian keeps on poaching
New 2020 Toyota Yaris seen testing with mini-Corolla design
Toyota will renew its ageing Yaris next year to bring the supermini into line with the rest of its range, and new Nürburgring spy shots give a revealing glimpse of the final design. Sporting a similar attention-drawing ‘disguise’ as the recently launched Supra, the 2020 Yaris can be seen to adopt the wider, squatter stance of the latest Corolla. Swollen wheel arches seem to give it much more visual aggression than the eight-year-old outgoing car, and the profile looks to be less top-heavy, too. That’s a clear indication of the car’s TNGA platform architecture – modular underpinnings that are also shared with the Corolla, Camry and C-HR. Another prototype with a different camo and wheel design was spotted at the ‘Ring at the same time, suggesting the Japanese firm is trialling two different chassis set-ups. It is likely that the one in the red camo is a GR Sport variant, Toyota’s new trim designation for models with a sportier tune to bridge the gap between mainstream variants and the full-fat GRMN flagship. Also on test was a hybrid variant, determined because of the legally mandated yellow sticker that must be installed on all electrified test vehicles. Toyota’s UK sales are overwhelmingly biased towards hybrid models, so a petrol-electric variant should continue to be the volume seller. It’s possible that the 2020 Yaris will also come with a straight petrol version, however, more suited to sporting variants. If the brand’s latest range additions are anything to go by, expect significant dynamic improvements afforded by the TNGA platform, plus a big improvement in interior quality and technology. Reports suggest this year’s Tokyo motor show in October will be the location for a new Yaris’s unveiling, although the Japanese domestic market version is expected to be different. The full European debut should be in early 2020, with sales to follow soon
Origin: New 2020 Toyota Yaris seen testing with mini-Corolla design
The 2020 BMW X6 debuts with more tech and more power
Everybodys favourite SUV-coupe is all-new for 2020: yes, the BMW X6 just debuted with tons of technology and more power.And, as if having a massive kidney grille wasnt enough for this generation of BMWs, the X6s also lights up.The X6 now rides on BMWs new Cluster Architecture, borrowed from the X5.The base model sDrive40i and xDrive40i receive BMWs trusty twin-scroll turbocharged 3.0-litre inline-six, which produces 335 horsepower and 330 lb.-ft. of torque, sent to either the rear wheels only or all four depending on the trim.For added performance, there is also the X6 M50i, which uses BMWs 4.4-litre V8, this time with two turbochargers spinning it up to 523 hp and 554 lb.-ft. of torque. Those ponies help the X6 get to 96 km/h from zero in just 4.1 seconds.Theres a new off-road package available for the xDrive40i as well, which includes air suspension for both axles, an electronically-controlled rear differential and four off-road driving modes: snow, sand, gravel or rocks. Inside, the X6 is as comfortable as you would expect, and its loaded with tech. A 12.3-inch touch screen and 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster feature BMWs updated seventh generation of Live Cockpit with iDrive. This means the Hey, BMW voice assist, gesture control, wi-fi, wireless charging and Apple CarPlay are all available.Safety features are also huge on the X6: BMW Active Assistant, blind-spot detection, forward collision warning and park distance control are all standard. Lane-keep assist, automatic lane-change assist and side-collision avoidance are all available as extras.In the U.S., the BMW X6 starts at US$64,300; Canadian pricing and availability have not been
Origin: The 2020 BMW X6 debuts with more tech and more power
Reader Review: 2020 Kia Telluride SX
Paul Hughes with the 2020 Kia Telluride in Calgary.Azin Ghaffari/Postmedia Thanks to large-and-in-charge chrome letters that spell out TELLURIDE across the hood and the tailgate, theres no mistaking this new three-row Kia SUV for any other vehicle. However, a friend of Calgary reviewer Paul Hughes said he thought the brand-new 2020 Telluride looked like a smaller version of Cadillacs Escalade.I think thats something of a compliment, Hughes says, and adds, I think the Telluride is really stylish, and a very cool looking vehicle. Walking up to it, its not as tall as Id expected; it was more car like than truck like.Kia first showed off its Telluride as a concept vehicle in 2016 and then introduced the production version earlier this year at the North American International Auto Show. Its a big, family hauler set to compete with the likes of the Ford Explorer, Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander and Nissan Pathfinder.The Telluride shares its platform with the also-new Hyundai Pallisade, and in Canada, the vehicle is available in three trims EX, SX and SX Limited. The base EX is well-equipped, and SX adds features including 20-inch alloy wheels, dual sunroof, Harmon/Kardon premium sound system and leather seats. Depending on how its trimmed out, the Telluride is capable of carrying either seven or eight passengers. Every model is equipped with all-wheel drive and power comes from a normally aspirated 3.8-litre V6 engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. There are four selectable drive modes, including Comfort, Eco, Sport and Smart. And, the AWD system can be configured for Snow, Mud or Sand. Getting into the Ebony black-on-black leather SX model Hughes was testing, he says he was most impressed with the quality of the hides covering the seats, including the 10-way power adjustable drivers chair. The rest of the cockpit was well laid out, in his opinion, and he liked the size of the infotainment screen and the gauge cluster.The cockpit portion of the dash had the tach and speedometer on opposite sides of the centre display which contained loads of information, he says. There was no obstruction of the speedometer no matter where I set the telescoping steering wheel.The centre storage console featured a shelf and was not just a big milk crate stuck in the vehicle. It offered plenty of storage space, and there were nooks and cubbies throughout the Telluride. It sounds simple, but Hughes was also impressed with the cupholders that were spring loaded to accommodate the smallest to the largest cups.There were really nice accents on the dash, almost like a dark grey, weathered barn wood, Hughes says. It made the inside very stylish, and very sophisticated.That 3.8L V6 engine was no slouch. Hughes says he drove the Telluride to Banff and back, claiming the powerplant wasnt noisy. The engine always got the vehicle smartly up to speed (and sometimes easily beyond the limit), and it ran very smoothly.On that Banff journey, the engine returned 10.1L/100km. During the week-long test drive, Hughes drove the Telluride mostly in Comfort mode. The eight-speed transmission shifted smoothly, with near imperceptible shift points. Incredibly quiet, with very little wind or road noise, is how Hughes describes the overall cabin experience. He also feels the Telluride is packed with innovative features, including the Talk Now function.He says, Touch the screen where indicated and the music from the very impressive Harmon/Kardon sound system was suppressed. A microphone then picks up your voice and transmits it through the speakers in the vehicle which allows you to speak at a normal level to passengers in the second and third rows without having to raise your voice.One feature he didnt like was the auto stop/start system.Maybe Im old school, he says, but I dont like it when a car shuts off at a stop sign or a red light. Its the lurch that happens when you take your foot off the brake, I just dont like it.In all driving conditions, Hughes says the Telluride cornered well with very little body lean. In parking lots, he says the large SUV handled more like a sedan with a tight turning radius than a big truck.The Telluride was well suspended and offered a smooth, comfortable ride.As a dog owner, Hughes is always transporting his Labrador Retriever in a large kennel. If the 915mm deep by 635mm wide by 711mm tall kennel wont fit in the cargo area, its a deal breaker. In the Telluride, with 1,304L of cargo capacity behind the second-row seats, it fit with room to spare. Speaking of capacities, Kia rates the Telluride as capable of towing up to 5,000lbs.Itd be great for anyone who needed the cargo space, or for a large family, Hughes says of the Telluride. It really could be construed to be the cool vehicle to drive as opposed to a minivan.He concludes, Anyone shopping in this large SUV category would be remiss if they didnt look at the Kia. I loved everything about it, its very functional and I wouldnt be
Origin: Reader Review: 2020 Kia Telluride SX
Car Review: 2020 BMW Z4 M40i
OVERVIEW Rear-wheel-drive, performance-oriented compact roadster PROSPowerful, handles well, well contented CONSHeavier than it needs to be, no manual transmission VALUE FOR MONEYFair WHAT TO CHANGE?Take 100 kg out of the car’s weight HOW TO SPEC IT?As is but with no options Its bad enough that Canadas prime months for enjoyable top-down driving are so short, making the purchase of any convertible rather self-indulgent (not that theres anything wrong with that), but to be forced to keep said top in place thanks to uncooperative weather a steady, all-day rain, to be specific is Mother Natures cruel joke.However, it does tend to refocus ones attention. Instead of the brain going into full chill mode, blood pressure dropping 20 points as one basks in the sun and takes in the sights, sounds and smells that come with al-fresco motoring, one accompanied by the drumbeat of precipitation on the soft-top and the swish-swish of the wipers must concentrate on the task at hand, the banality of actually having to assess the merits of BMWs new soft-top Z4. Bummer, yes, but not without its upsides.Key is the fact that, in these strange days where all manner of crossovers have overwhelmed the automotive landscape, that this two-seat, rear-wheel-drive Z4 has actually come to fruition. Even stranger is its a result of collaboration between BMW and Toyota, this partnership also producing the hardtop Supra, previously missing-in-action for more than 20 years.Without dissecting every nut and bolt in the car, it appears the Z4 is pure BMW; it has the typically overstyled look, the heavy yet tight and balanced feel, the angry sound, and eager performance youd expect. Is it a convertible first, sports car second? Or vice-versa? Considering its the muscular 2020 Z4 M40i on test and not the milder sDrive30i, Id go with the latter not that it greatly matters, but its an experience. Equally moot is whether the M40i is better than a Porsche 718 Boxster GTS the pundits choice for a match-up or a Mercedes-AMG SLC 43, a Jaguar F-Type, or any other high-end, sporty European droptop. None of these are race cars and this is about open-road motoring on a grand scale, not setting lap times at the track. Still, opting for the M40i ($76,100 to start) gets you a turbocharged 3.0-litre inline six-cylinder instead of the sDrive 30is turbo-four, which means a solid 382 horsepower at your disposal. Yes, purists will bemoan the lack of a manual, but the eight-speed automatic transmission (with paddle shifters) knocks off shifts jiffy quick, the shorter ratios for the transmissions lower gears greatly aiding acceleration. It also features launch control for accelerating hard from a standing start with maximum traction. BMW claims 4.1 seconds for the M40i to hit 100 km/h from a standstill, which, considering the Roadster weighs a hefty 1,643 kg, is plenty speedy.And the engine makes the music to match its power, especially in Sport+ mode, where the exhaust snaps, crackles and pops with each upshift or downshift. Nailing the throttle elicits a bellow that, when heard it for the first time, is startling. Oh, just to be clear, the Z4 in Comfort mode can be chill, allowing one to enjoy a more relaxed drive, but its not the M40is forte it really wants to be let off the leash.The Z4s ride and handling is a mostly positive blend of comfort and sporty handling, the caveat being the cars weight (a balanced 50/50 front to rear, by the way), which is felt in higher-speed cornering or when making abrupt transitions. Additionally, variable power-assist steering feels artificially heavy at speed, notably in the Sport modes (there are three) and a bit slow to respond. That said, the M40i goes where its pointed, and the M Sport suspension does yeoman work soaking up tarmac thumps and bumps.Other than the adaptive M Sport suspension, the M40i comes standard with M Sport brakes and M Sport differential. Lowering ride height by 10 millimetres, the suspension includes electronically controlled dampers. Meanwhile, the rear differential boasts an electric motor that generates a locking effect to equalize torque distribution between the inside and outside rear wheels when cornering, making it easier to power out of bends. The active differential lock is also effective in reducing both understeer and oversteer. Whats the uptake from all these systems? Simply this: the Z4 is not a car that will beat you up and spit you out after an extended drive as long as said drive isnt the result of multiple hours spent trying to better your lap times. I suppose it would be too much to ask BMW to build a pure analogue sports car, a lighter weight, manual-equipped version stripped of all but the essentials needed for a spirited drive. So, in addition to the power and handling mods that make the M40i a sports car, theres a boatload of state-of-the-art features to spoil both driver and passenger.Plunk your butt into the drivers seat and survey
Origin: Car Review: 2020 BMW Z4 M40i
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