2021 BMW M3 AND M4 REVEALED AND OTHER NEWS! WEEKLY UPDATE

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This weekly update covers several significant automotive news items, with a primary focus on the reveal of the 2021 BMW M3 and M4. The reviewer highlights the divisive styling, particularly the larger grilles, while praising other design elements. Mechanically, the M3 and M4 will feature the S58 twin-turbo straight-six engine, offering 473 horsepower for the base model and 503 for the competition version. A key takeaway is the base model's manual-only transmission, a rarity in its segment, and the availability of AWD on the competition model starting next summer. The review also touches on the BMW i4 potentially receiving an M version and Rolls-Royce's plans for its first EV. California's ban on new gas car sales by 2035 is discussed, along with the Volkswagen ID.4's pricing and specifications, Tesla's Model S Plaid performance claims, and updates on the Subaru WRX, Hyundai Sonata N-Line, and Kia Sorento. Special editions from Acura, Nissan, Mercedes-AMG, and Audi are also mentioned, alongside Ford's decision to make the Bronco Sasquatch package available with a manual transmission. Finally, the Detroit Auto Show's date change is noted.