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Can an air filter really make a difference? When it comes to enhancing a car’s performance, an air filter might not seem like the most exciting upgrade, but it can make a noticeable difference. I’ve replaced air filter panels and even complete air intake systems before, such as the Eventuri on my Mini Clubman JCW. In my experience, swapping the OEM panel filter for a performance one often delivers tangible improvements, though results can vary from car to car. When I purchased the BMW i8, I knew it wasn’t a traditional sports car. It has the looks, some performance, and…

A little over three weeks into owning the BMW i8, I thought it would be a good time to share my early impressions of this unique hybrid supercar. Spoiler alert: it’s been an exciting ride so far. First Impressions: The Looks Let’s start with the obvious—the BMW i8 is absolutely stunning. Its futuristic design, with its sleek lines and iconic scissor doors, makes it look like it’s been plucked straight out of a sci-fi movie. Wherever I go, it turns heads and sparks conversations. Kids point and stare, adults whisper in awe, and car enthusiasts come over to ask a…

When it comes to ticking boxes off a car enthusiast’s bucket list, this one’s a biggie. I’ve just bought myself what many would call an affordable supercar. Yes, I recently said goodbye to another dream car of mine—my Tesla Model 3 Performance—and you can read all about that journey here. But as one chapter ends, another begins. Allow me to introduce its stunning replacement: the BMW i8. Is It Really a Supercar? Now, is the BMW i8 strictly a supercar? That depends on who you ask. On one hand, its performance figures don’t quite reach the dizzying heights of traditional…