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The Drive
3 days ago
- Automotive
- The Drive
BMW Has Too Much on Its Plate to Worry About a Supercar Right Now
The latest car news, reviews, and features. Just one month ago, a BMW executive kept the flame of hope for a new halo supercar alive, telling the world that we could trust that the company was working in the background to realize such a car—we'd just have to wait for 'the right time.' It was one of those bare-minimum corporate responses in a way, because the company makes no commitments and keeps fans relatively satisfied by simply saying that it wants the same thing they do. Unfortunately, it also left the door open for someone like M CEO Frank van Meel to come in and burst some bubbles, which is what happened last weekend at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este, where the new Concept Speedtop debuted. 'We don't want to lose focus on our high-performance cars because we do a super sports car,' van Meel was quoted during a panel organized by BMW Blog . 'I must be honest; we are always dreaming about it. And maybe some day we find the right window of opportunity where we have the capacity to work on a car like that. And also, the company, BMW Group, says: 'Ok, go for it.' We never give up, I can promise you that, but actually, it's not here yet.' These comments are interesting because, on the face of it, van Meel is kind of just reiterating M's known position on the matter, which is that he'd love to introduce a true, standalone supercar one day. But the point about losing 'focus' on existing high-performance models, and finding the 'right window of opportunity,' arguably puts that dream further out of reach. The limited-production BMW Concept Skytop and Speedtop. BMW BMW has its hands full right now, trying to reinvent its entire lineup with a new design ethos and the versatility to build new cars with every degree of electrification. And M, specifically, has the arduous task of keeping enthusiasts interested in battery-electric takes on their favorite models, like the M3. Consider the backlash Mercedes-AMG received when it started putting four-cylinders in cars that used to have V8s. The electric M3 probably won't be quite as surprising a turn—BMW has been teasing it for quite a while now, slowly peeling back the curtain shrouding the car's development—but it's still going to face adversity, regardless of whether it's accompanied by a version with an internal-combustion engine. Factor in the same headwinds in China that every once-beloved German luxury marque is managing in that region, leading to a 37% dive in net profit over last year and, you know, everything happening with tariffs on this side of the world, and one thing appears to be clear: Now is definitely not the 'window of opportunity' van Meel has been waiting for. These are all problems BMW will have to address before that eventual halo supercar begins to make the transition from dream to reality. And if we're talking about M's responsibilities alone, it's got to concentrate on establishing itself in the post-Neue Klasse era, with the diversity of powertrains it's likely to offer. That very well should be the priority, as much as I'd love to see a modern take on the M1. So, the next big standalone M car sounds like it's a ways off. If it's any consolation to the purists out there, I'd at least expect that it won't be anything like the XM. That proved an expensive mistake you just can't see a company as big and old as BMW making more than once. Got tips? Send 'em to tips@
Hypebeast
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Hypebeast
BMW 正式發表全新概念設計車款「Concept Speedtop」
本文看點 BMW在 2025 年義大利古董車展Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este上正式揭曉最新設計力作「Concept Speedtop」，這款大膽的三門 Touring 轎跑車延續了去年備受讚譽的Skytop 概念車。 Concept Speedtop 融合了 Shooting Brake 的肌肉線條與精緻手工內飾，並搭載 V 形鯊魚鼻車頭，以及從 Floating Sunstone Maroon 漸變至 Floating Sundown Silver 的流線型車頂。車內採用雙座布局，內飾以 Sundown Maroon 和 Moonstone White 雙色調皮革打造，飾有細膩的布洛克雕花細節，同時配備客製化 Schedoni 行李箱，巧妙收納於專屬隔間。 BMW Concept Speedtop 僅限量生產 70 輛，採用 BMW 最強大的 V8 引擎，確保性能與美學完美匹配，BMW 將其譽為「我們整個產品陣容的驚嘆號」。目前已開放訂購，有興趣的讀者不妨多加留意。
NDTV
7 days ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
BMW 8-Series Based Shooting Brake Speedtop Concept Unveiled- Limited To 70 Units
BMW has unveiled the Concept Speedtop at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este in Italy. This special model is based on the high-performance M8 Competition and has a unique design accompanied by an extensive list of features. With production limited to 70 units, each unit is expected to cost around 430,000 Euros (approximately Rs 4.96 crore). Let's explore the design, features, and powertrain of the BMW Concept Speedtop. BMW Concept Speedtop: Design The Speedtop features a distinctive shooting brake design with an elongated front and sloping roof. It has an illuminated kidney grille, sleek LED headlights, and frameless doors with small winglets instead of traditional door handles for a clean look. To add to its unique persona, the vehicle is equipped with bespoke dual-tone 14 spoke wheels. Also Read: Mahindra Thar Roxx Waiting Period Reduced- Check Updated Timeline A central spine runs from the front to the rear, enhancing its sporty vibe. To top it off, the car has a sloping roofline which by the end merges with a spoiler. Along with this, the car gets a raked glass windshield complemented by the presence of slim LED tail lights and dual exhausts. BMW Concept Speedtop: Interior, Features Inside, the two-seat luxurious cabin boasts brown and white leather, with crystal accents on the gear selector, steering wheel, and bucket seat headrests. Digital displays for the driver and infotainment system resemble those in the M8 Competition. A light strip runs along the roof, and there's storage behind the seats for small bags, complemented by custom luggage from BMW matching the dual-tone upholstery. The boot area is lined with leather featuring ambient lighting. BMW Concept Speedtop: Powertrain BMW has not disclosed all the engine details yet, but the Speedtop is expected to feature its most powerful V8 engine. It may utilize the same 625 hp 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 engine found in the M8 Competition. This might be paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and an all-wheel-drive system.
TimesLIVE
7 days ago
- Automotive
- TimesLIVE
BMW Concept Speedtop debuts at Villa d'Este concours
While the new M2 CS made headlines at the 2025 Villa d'Este concours, it was the Concept Speedtop that arguably stole the BMW spotlight. Elevating the Touring (station wagon) format to new heights, the sleek two-door shooting brake, like last year's Concept Skytop, is underpinned by M8 Competition architecture and powered by BMW's formidable 4.4l twin-turbocharged V8 engine. A V-shaped front end, featuring slim headlamps and an illuminated kidney grille, leads into an elongated bonnet marked by a tapering central spine. The design element flows over the roof and ends at a spoiler perched above a sharply raked rear windscreen. With sculpted shoulders, wide rear haunches, bespoke 14-spoke alloy wheels and a roof painted in a shifting gradient from Floating Sunstone Maroon to Floating Sundown Silver, the two-seater Concept Speedtop is visually striking and undeniably distinctive. Inside, the cabin is rich in unique design details, including brogue-style accents on leather-trimmed surfaces. A two-tone colour scheme links exterior and interior themes, pairing Sundown Maroon with light Moonstone White upholstery. The contrast also helps to differentiate functional components from aesthetic ones. The roof spine motif continues inside as a light strip embedded in the leather headliner, offering subtle ambient lighting. The leather-lined trunk features brogue-style perforations and a built-in light beam to emphasise its two-part layout, allowing for the storage of bulkier items. The Concept Speedtop's interior and exterior were crafted with assistance from the BMW Group's Manufactory workshop in Dingolfing, while Italian leather specialist Schedoni supplied custom luggage tailored to match the car's materials and colours. Two dedicated compartments behind the seats house fitted Schedoni bags, with a matching weekend bag stowed in the trunk. BMW has confirmed a limited production run of only 70 units, with pricing expected to start at about R10.4m.
TimesLIVE
7 days ago
- Automotive
- TimesLIVE
Concept Speedtop debuts at Villa d'Este concours
While the new M2 CS made headlines at the 2025 Villa d'Este concours, it was the Concept Speedtop that arguably stole the BMW spotlight. Elevating the Touring (station wagon) format to new heights, the sleek two-door shooting brake, like last year's Concept Skytop, is underpinned by M8 Competition architecture and powered by BMW's formidable 4.4l twin-turbocharged V8 engine. A V-shaped front end, featuring slim headlamps and an illuminated kidney grille, leads into an elongated bonnet marked by a tapering central spine. The design element flows over the roof and ends at a spoiler perched above a sharply raked rear windscreen. With sculpted shoulders, wide rear haunches, bespoke 14-spoke alloy wheels and a roof painted in a shifting gradient from Floating Sunstone Maroon to Floating Sundown Silver, the two-seater Concept Speedtop is visually striking and undeniably distinctive. Inside, the cabin is rich in unique design details, including brogue-style accents on leather-trimmed surfaces. A two-tone colour scheme links exterior and interior themes, pairing Sundown Maroon with light Moonstone White upholstery. The contrast also helps to differentiate functional components from aesthetic ones. The roof spine motif continues inside as a light strip embedded in the leather headliner, offering subtle ambient lighting. The leather-lined trunk features brogue-style perforations and a built-in light beam to emphasise its two-part layout, allowing for the storage of bulkier items. The Concept Speedtop's interior and exterior were crafted with assistance from the BMW Group's Manufactory workshop in Dingolfing, while Italian leather specialist Schedoni supplied custom luggage tailored to match the car's materials and colours. Two dedicated compartments behind the seats house fitted Schedoni bags, with a matching weekend bag stowed in the trunk. BMW has confirmed a limited production run of only 70 units, with pricing expected to start at about R10.4m.
