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Is BMW’s Concept XM Genius Or Madness? Two CarScoops Editors Argue It Out

“Shocked,” would be the word used to describe most people’s reactions to the BMW XM’s reveal, as it debuted what will be the first standalone “M” model for the Bavarian brand since the M1 supercar. But is it really that bad, or is it just ahead of its time? Two Carscoops editors argue it out…

Project Maybach x Virgil Abloh Concept Is A Strange Off-Road Coupe With An External Roll Cage

Mercedes has presented the Project Maybach, a concept that has had input from both Gorden Wagener and Virgil Abloh. It’s a combination of a swoopy coupe with some off-road elements, including chunky wheels and tires, and an external roll cage. The concept comes after the untimely demise of Abloh, who was an American architect, creative director, fashion designer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist.

2023 BMW i7 Teased, Dubbed The World’s First All-Electric Luxury Sedan

BMW has published a series of official pictures showing off a camouflaged prototype i7 undergoing winter testing. The shots, taken in Arjeplog, Sweden, show the EQS-competitor going sideways near the Arctic Circle, as engineers try to “raise the balance between sportiness and ride comfort.” The Bavarian firm confirmed that their electric flagship will be unveiled sometime in 2022.

Final Aston Martin V12 Vantage Confirmed For 2022, Gives Us A Taste Of Its Glorious Sound

Audible teasers may soon become a thing of the past — and the fact that the next V12 Vantage is referred to as the “Final Edition” is a painful reminder to those who love the aural pleasure of a sonorous V12. But before we get too misty-eyed, let us remember that there will be a new car debuting sometime next year, and this is what it’ll sound like.

Lincoln Aviator Gets New Jet Appearance Package To Make Brightwork Black

Black is the new black? Well, black trim themes certainly are, with the sheer number of chrome-delete packages on offer from manufacturers. Lincoln’s “Jet Appearance Package” adds high-gloss black accents to the exterior of the vehicle and builds on the success of the Monochromatic Reserve Package. You get 22-inch black-painted wheels, a blacked-out grille, skull caps, roof rails, and lower fascia, while the lower cladding and wheel lip moldings are body-colored.

Driven: The 2022 VW Jetta Gets More Power, But The GLI Is Still The One You Want

For those looking for an affordable new car, the 2022 VW Jetta is likely high on the list. It starts at a reasonable $20,195, and updates include a less forgettable design and a newly-standard 8-inch digital infotainment cluster. However, as we found out, you’ll still want to spring for the much-nicer GLI model, which will set you back $30,995.

In Australia, Mustangs Are Called Holden HSV Utes

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The HSV Maloo R8 is one of the most potent performance cars ever built in Australia. But with great power comes great responsibility and evidently, the driver of this particular example isn’t particularly responsible. This dashcam footage was recently shared to both TikTok and Reddit and shows what can go wrong if you’re a little too happy with the throttle on a Maloo.

What Else Is Making The News

Airbus A340 Lands In Antarctica For First Time 

An Airbus A340 has landed in Antarctica, reports Business Insider.  The 3,000-meter (9843-foot) glacial runway had special grooving to help the jet brake easier.  The aircraft took off from Cape Town, South Africa, and flew 2,500 nautical miles (2,877 miles) to Antarctica in five and a half hours.

Apples Releases Apps Of The Year

Apple released its annual list of the best apps of the year. The awards are for iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Watch apps. This year, “Toca Life World” won iPhone App of the Year, and Riot Games’ “League of Legends: Wild Rift” was the iPhone Game of the Year.