The Latest Breaking News from BMW

From one driver contesting NINE races at one event, to another who had a slightly unusual reason for missing one of his, here are some of the more offbeat stories from the world of national motorsport this week

The couple were linking arms when they were hit by a black BMW

No injuries have been reported at this stage. Police are now appealing for information as they trace those responsible for the vandalism and late-night car blaze.

The finalists will be announced in November.

Morgan Tillbrook and Marcus Clutton remain in contention for the British GT title after taking victory at Brands Hatch following late drama, while Ian Loggie leads the standings ahead of the Donington Park finale. Luke Browning also heads the GB3 leaderboard having overturned his deficit to title rival Joel Granfors

William MacDowell, of Penrith, is on trial at the High Court in Inverness accused of murdering a mother and their son in 1976.

BMW France introduced the R 1250 GS Edition Spirit of GS in the Alpes Aventures Moto Festival, and will only be producing 1,250 examples of this machine.

You can hear the engine rev in the video.

BMW will use the material for interior and exterior trim pieces.