2025 BMW M2 AND VW GOLF R GET FASTER, 2025 BMW X3 LEAKED + MORE! WEEKLY UPDATE

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This weekly update covers significant news from BMW, Volkswagen, and other manufacturers. BMW's M2 receives a notable power bump for 2025, with the manual version now producing 473 horsepower and the automatic reaching 443 pound-feet of torque, improving acceleration times. The regular 2 Series also gets a refresh with updated styling and interior features, including iDrive 8.5. Leaked images of the 2025 BMW X3 reveal a new grille design, which the reviewer finds appealing despite some polarizing opinions. Volkswagen's Golf R will also see a power increase to 329 horsepower in the US market, matching last year's special edition. The Jetta and Taos are slated for 2025 refreshes. The video also touches on the upcoming Alpine A290 electric hot hatch, Jeep's future EV plans including a $25,000 Renegade EV, and the refreshed 2025 Rivian R1S and R1T, highlighting their improved efficiency, new powertrain options, and continued lack of Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. The Mustang GTD's interior and package options are detailed, and Ferrari confirms its commitment to naturally aspirated V12 engines. McLaren is developing a lightweight electric supercar and a plug-in hybrid "shared performance vehicle" potentially with BMW. Finally, the Aspark Owl SP600 prototype set a new EV top speed record.