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Volkswagen is prepping its new ID.3 electric vehicle for a production debut at the Frankfurt motor show in September, but it has another new EV up its sleeve. According to reports out of Europe, VW's sales boss, Jurgen Stackmann, confirmed a smaller ID. model – unofficially dubbed the ID.1 at this stage – will be previewed in concept form.

BMW has offered a teaser of its upcoming M8 Coupe and Convertible, revealing details about its highly customisable M Mode. Modern performance cars will let you tweak essentially every facet of their driving experience. Throttle response, engine noise, steering weight – they're all changeable, depending on the driver's mood. REVIEW: BMW 8 Series tested in Australia

Ferrari's CEO has confirmed the Prancing Horse will reveal its first series production hybrid later this month, during the company's first-quarter financial call. First reported by Motor1, Louis Camilleri said: "It will be a top-of-the-line hybrid with supercar performance and a true beauty". The hybrid supercar is set to slot above the current 812 Superfast, serving as the brand's new flagship of the core range – excluding halo products like the LaFerrari and hardcore track specials.

Bentley has revealed yet another special edition in collaboration with its Mulliner bespoke coach building division, this time based on the new Continental GT Convertible. Dubbed the *gasp* Bentley Continental GT Convertible Bavaria Edition by Mulliner, the limited-run model "pays tribute to the Bavarian region" and features a Bavarian-inspired colour scheme.

Volvo has recalled the petrol 2016 XC90 SUV, over concerns about a short bleeder hose in the engine bay. According to the company, the hose could degrade and crack, causing coolant leakage. If coolant accumulates on the catalytic converter, there's a risk the catalytic converter's heat insulation could act like a wick, potentially resulting in a fire. A total of 571 units are included – a VIN list is attached here.