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That's one possible story reflected in a go-faster Mini lapping at the Nurburgring with the usual JCW upgrades to the body, engine and suspension.

Carparazzi believes it could be a Challenge Edition, based on the lowered suspension, changes to the nose and the centre-mounted dual exhaust system.

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6. The electric car we've been waiting for: 2025 Kia EV3 revealed with long driving range and high-tech features to take on the BYD Atto 3 and MG ZS EV

7. 'They won't survive': Australia now has vehicle emissions laws and this is the truth behind the New Vehicle Efficiency Standards that has divided the car industry

8. There has to be brands that don't survive: Chery not afraid of increased competition from Chinese rivals in 2025 but warns not all will make it

9. "You want to crash it and make a profit": Tesla owners fume as Model 3 and Model Y values plummet in Australia

10. Elon not so keen on tariffs after all? Tesla boss backflips on his support for EV tariffs as they may make the entry-level Model 3 significantly more expensive

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