TOYOTA DROPS SUPRA 2.0, BMW DROPS X4, DEFENDER OCTA + MORE! WEEKLY UPDATE

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This weekly update covers several significant automotive news items. The most notable is Toyota's decision to discontinue the 2.0L GR Supra for 2025, a move attributed to shifting consumer demand towards the more powerful 3.0L variants, especially following the manual transmission's introduction. The reviewer expresses fondness for the 2.0L, noting its fun-to-drive nature and value proposition for those not needing the top-tier power, but acknowledges the discontinuation makes sense given sales trends and potential rumors of the Supra's overall end of life in 2026. Another key announcement is the discontinuation of the BMW X4, with BMW citing its own X2's growth and the lack of customer appreciation for the X4's rear-wheel-drive-based platform. The Land Rover Defender Octa is also detailed, highlighting its new BMW-sourced V8 engine, enhanced off-road capabilities with unique suspension and tires, and limited production. Other news includes the Pagani Huayra Epitome's unique manual transmission, Koenigsegg Jesko's speed records, the Genesis G80 Electrified refresh, a Supreme Court ruling impacting EPA power, and Mercedes-Benz increasing investment in hybrid powertrains.