Dynamic ability, comfort, efficiency, aesthetic allure and a profusion of innovations designed to enhance driving pleasure – the BMW 5 Series contains all the signature ingredients of a best-selling model at the premium end of the executive segment. Indeed, consistently rising … Continue reading

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Yet Another Rendering: 2014 BMW M4
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In Rumors, on October 19th, 2012

Moving away from the M3 badging, the coupe version of the popular M model will be sold under the M4 naming convention. The F82 M4 Coupe is based on the new 4 Series Coupe and it will differentiate itself from … Continue reading
Rumor: Next generation BMW X1 to go front-wheel drive
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In Rumors, on October 13th, 2012

The rumor of a future BMW X1 with front-wheel drive surfaced back in June, but it returns today with a new iteration from the usual insider Scott27. In a post on the Germancarforum discussion board, the BMW source talks about … Continue reading
More rumors on BMW 2 Series design
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In Rumors, on October 8th, 2012

BMW insider Scott27 is back again with some new rumors, this time around the upcoming BMW 2 Series. In 2013, BMW will launch a new family, the 2 Series. A spin-off from the new 1 Series, the 2 Series family … Continue reading
BMW 4 Series: What To Expect
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In Rumors, on October 8th, 2012

For the first time since 1975, the BMW 3 Series family will split in two. In order to reposition its highest-seller family of bimmers, the Munich-based automaker will create a new model designation: 4 Series. The rebadged models will include … Continue reading
Toyota’s partnership with BMW could spawn a successor to the legendary Supra
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In Rumors, on October 5th, 2012

Back in July, Toyota and BMW announced a new partnership to expand their existing cooperation on EV battery R&D. They will work on fuel cells, powertrain electrification, CFRP production, and future vehicle architecture. The two automakers also announced a collaboration … Continue reading
New Rumors: FWD 1 Series Sedan, 2 Series Gran Coupe and 2 Series Gran Sport Tourer
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In Rumors, on October 3rd, 2012

BMW insider Scott27 returns with a new set of rumors. Continuing on the FWD subject that kicked off last week in Paris, the usual insider shares more details on a potential 1 Series Sedan. The upcoming 2 Series family is … Continue reading
Rumor: BMW M750i and 728i launching March 2013
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In Rumors, on September 24th, 2012

The BMW 7 Series just received its mid-cycle facelift which includes visual and power upgrades, but a rumor is pointing to additional engines in early 2013. According to our sister-magazine BimmerToday, the Munich-based automaker plans to launch two additional 7 … Continue reading
Updated: BMW stops delivery on new M5 and M6 models due to oil pump issue
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In Featured Posts, Rumors, on September 21st, 2012

BMWBLOG has just learned that deliveries of the 2013 BMW M5, M6 Coupe and M6 Convertible have been put on hold by BMW due to a potential issue with the engine oil pump in the S63TU powerplant. The models affected … Continue reading
Rumor: BMW in talks to buy De Tomaso sports car brand
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In Rumors, on September 17th, 2012

According to Automotive News, quoting Italy’s Industry Ministry, BMW is in talks to purchase the Italian sports car brand De Tomaso. The ministry aims to start a sale process by mid-October. “We had confirmation that talks with possible Italian partners … Continue reading