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The BMW M2 CS set a new record as the fastest compact car on the Nurburgring Nordschleife with a time of 7:25.5, driven by engineer Jörg Weidinger, thanks to its 523 hp twin-turbo inline-six engine, lightweight carbon fiber components, and upgraded suspension. The car will be available this summer starting at $98,600.
The new 2025 Audi RS3 has set a new Nurburgring record for the fastest production car in the compact class, completing the lap in 7 minutes and 33.12 seconds, surpassing the previous record held by BMW. The RS3, driven by Frank Stippler, featured Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R tires, ceramic brakes, and a retuned chassis. Despite having slightly less power in its European version, the RS3's performance enhancements contributed to its record-breaking run.
Acura is bringing back the compact Integra for 2023, featuring a sleek hatchback design and good cargo space. Sharing parts with the Honda Civic, the Integra has its own unique features such as a floating Pentagon-shaped grill. The top A-Spec trim level offers a flashy red interior with suede insets in the seats. Acura hopes the Integra will jump-start the premium small car market.
Tesla has teased three new vehicles, including a compact car with a 53-kWh LFP battery pack, a commercial/passenger van with a 100-kWh High Nickel battery pack, and a bus with a 300-kWh LFP battery pack. The compact car has potential for 42 million sales, while the commercial/passenger van has potential for 10 million sales. Tesla also revealed battery capacity and chemistry details for each of its current and future vehicles, including the Cybertruck with a 100-kWh High Nickel battery pack.