A test mule for BMW’s next-generation 5-Series has been spotted at the Nürburgring and on some of the German race track’s surrounding roads. The overall shape of the new 5-Series isn’t expected to change much but there’ll be radical changes taking place beneath the skin.

Latvia’s Dartz has announced a new model for its Prombrom brand, the Mercedes GL-based Black Shark. The company is promising up to 1,500 horsepower for the Black Shark and enough gadgets to make James Bond blush.

Anyone buying a Lotus can now choose to pick up the car at the Lotus factory in Hethel, U.K. Lotus has its own test track located next to the factory, meaning owners will also be able to get some performance driving tips while visiting.

You’ll find all of this and more in today’s car news right here at Motor Authority.

2017 BMW 5-Series Spy Shots

Dartz Teases Mercedes GL-Based Prombron Black Shark, Promises 1,500 HP

Lotus Offers Customers Factory Tour And Track Time

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Marchionne Promises Not To “Screw Up” Ferrari DNA Despite Increasing Production

Volkswagen: Plug-In Hybrids A 'Bridge' To Pure Electric Cars In Future

Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series Confirmed

27 Deaths Linked To Ignition Switch Flaw In GM Vehicles, Count May Rise Before December 31 Cutoff

Porsche Exec Confirms Macan S Diesel For U.S.

Toyota Racks Up 7 Million Hybrids Sold Since 1997

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