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BMW Alpina's first production model under BMW Group ownership has been filmed exceeding 300km/h at Italy's Nardo test track. Despite the camouflage, it's clearly based on the BMW 7 Series, albeit with Alpina's trademark 20-spoke wheels and four oval exhaust outlets.

A twin-turbo V8 engine provides the power. Bespoke suspension, aerodynamic changes and specially developed, foam-lined tyres aim to combine high-speed stability with limousine-like comfort. Alpina refers to it as a “distance-shrinking” car. Watch the video to see it in action.

Pagani unveiled the Huayra 70 Anima at the Concours at Wynn in the States, completing its trio of bespoke Huayra ‘70’ hypercars. The one-off uses a Mercedes-AMG twin-turbo 6.0-litre V12 driving the rear wheels through a seven-speed manual gearbox with exposed shift linkage. Pagani has not confirmed its power output. Its dramatic aero package includes a roof intake, fixed rear wing and large diffuser, while the six-pipe exhaust has a white ceramic coating. Exposed carbon fibre, diamond-dust blue paint, hand-applied platinum leaf and milled aluminium complete the extravagant specification.

Shane spoke with Paul Moriarty this morning on Limerick's Live 95 radio station, explaining the new rules that came into effect on 1 November about learner permits and taking the driving test. It's a hot subject right now, and we're delighted that the ridiculous loophole, which allowed drivers to keep renewing their learner permit indefinitely without ever sitting a driving test, has been closed. More in our news story.

The Leapmotor B03X is the latest new model from the Chinese brand to launch in Ireland and, following our first drive of the electric crossover at its European launch earlier this year, we've now added confirmed Irish pricing to the detailed review. It costs from €24,995, there are two different trim levels and two battery sizes to consider. Make sure you check out our full test drive, in written and video formats.

The embargo lifted on Matt's driving impressions on the new VW T-Roc Hybrid this morning, so we added those - and more - to our definitive review of the Volkswagen crossover. Does a new hybrid powertrain transform the driving experience, or significantly enhance efficiency? Em... kinda. Best go read it for yourself.