TOYOTA GR86 SPIED FOR THE FIRST TIME AND OTHER NEWS! WEEKLY UPDATE

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This weekly update covers several significant automotive news items, with a primary focus on the highly anticipated Toyota GR86. Spy shots suggest the new GR86 will retain similar dimensions to the current model but feature a distinctively redesigned front and rear. Rumors indicate it will utilize a non-turbocharged 2.4-liter engine from the Ascent, producing an estimated 217 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque, a potential disappointment for power-hungry enthusiasts but a notable torque increase. Impressively, the next-generation model is expected to be around 20 pounds lighter, even with the inclusion of Subaru's EyeSight safety tech. The update also touches on the 2021 Mazda3 2.5 Turbo's pricing, which is deemed high given its performance and feature set compared to competitors and other Mazda models. The Gordon Murray T.50 is highlighted as a "greatest analog driver's car ever" with its naturally aspirated V12, manual transmission, and lightweight construction, albeit at a staggering $3.08 million price point. Other news includes the Cadillac Lyriq EV's reveal (production-ready version expected late 2022), an Infiniti QX55 teaser, a Mazda MX-30 mild-hybrid variant, Ford's CEO change, the end of Fusion production, Honda's trademarking of the CR-Z name, and a remarkable 1-million-mile Nissan Frontier. The GR86's potential powertrain and weight reduction are key takeaways, while the Mazda3 Turbo's value proposition is questioned.