News Releases of Note This Week (July 7 – July 13, 2024)

This week's news includes motorcycle announcements from BMW and Maeving, stuff from Goodwood, another McLaren-Lego collaboration, and more.

This is a quick roundup of what’s happened in automotive for the week of July 7 – July 13, 2024.

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure Launches
BMW Motorrad has presented its 2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure motorcycle for adventure riders and long distance touring. The new R 1300 GS Adventure has a new engine, redesigned chassis, and several new technologies. Including an automated shifting option.

Maeving RM1S Electric Motorcycle Launches in U.S.
British manufacturer Maeving has begun selling its all-electric RM1S motorcycle in the United States. The unit is available at select dealerships with a starting price of $8,995 plus delivery fees.

Subaru Motorsports Debuts 2024 WRX: Project Midnight
Subaru Motorsports revealed its Project Midnight model WRX at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Project Midnight takes lessons learned from the Airslayer Gymkhana car and puts them into a speed-focused WRX.

Nascar, ABB Reveal Prototype EV Race Car
Nascar and ABB have announced the ABB NASCAR Electrification Innovation Partnership with a new electric vehicle prototype. This makes ABB the first official partner of the Nascar Impact, which advances the racing league’s strategic sustainability ambitions.

McLaren Lego Technic McLaren P1 Set Unveiled
McLaren Automotive and Lego Group have unveiled a new collaboration. The tribute is a Lego Technic model McLaren P1 race car.

New Bentley Continental GT Speed Debuts at Goodwood
The fourth-generation Continental GT Speed has debuted at the Goodwood Festival of Speed with cars appearing on the infamous hillclimb and the FOShtank. The new GT Speed’s Ultra Performance Hybrid powertrain with 782 PS and 1,000 Nm of torque.

Polestar Concept BST Makes Global Debut at Goodwood
Polestar’s new Concept BST, which debuted at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. The concept drove up the hillclimb at the event and showcases a dynamic version of the Polestar 6.

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PRO 4Matic+ Unveiled at Goodwood Festival
The Goodwood Festival of Speed saw several debuts, including a new AMG GT from Mercedes-Benz. The Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PRO 4Matic+ is a track-ready version of the GT 63 with upgraded suspension and powertrain components.

Aaron Turpen
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