B Dasher/Sprinter Returning in Mario Kart 8

In addition to adding several new characters and colors for existing characters, Nintendo has shared an image of one new vehicle will be added in the first of two Mario Kart 8 DLC packs.

The B Dasher, also known in the U.S. release as the Sprinter, is returning from Mario Kart Wii. The sporty cart with the ridiculous exhaust pipes was a fan favorite, and it looks better than ever in its Wii U incarnation. It was confirmed earlier that the Blue Falcon from Mario Kart Wii is making a comeback in the first pack.

There will be two Mario Kart 8 DLC packs. The first, coming November, adds Tanooki Mario, Cat Peach and Link. The second, coming in May 2015, adds Villager, Isabelle and Dry Bowser. The packs also add new tracks, carts, and some new color schemes for Yoshi and Shyguy that can be obtained before the DLC launches through pre-ordering. The DLC is $7.99 per pack or $11.99 for both.