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BMW and Pininfarina are two of the most tradition-swathed names in the motoring world. Each is a byword for cutting-edge technology, style, dynamics and aesthetics. With the BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupé, the two time-honoured companies are unveiling the outcome … Continue reading
The good old days of the German sport sedan were much simpler times. Your carmaker of choice – be it Audi, BMW or Mercedes – would bolt together a supremely competent family sedan that blended high-class comfort and luxury with … Continue reading
Tesla has had quite a good run lately. Their stock has nearly tripled in the past six months; the Model S has been showered with accolades including Motor Trends 2013 Car of The Year, Automobile Magazines 2013 Automobile of The … Continue reading
BMW attempts to lure in new customers across the United States with a drive and compare event they call the BMW Ultimate Driving Experience. They trot out representative examples of their model line (with the glaring exception of M product … Continue reading
The new BMW M5 Facelift made its world debut this past weekend at the annual M Festival. The M Division chose to introduce their most iconic model in front of tens of thousands of fans attending the 3-day long event. … Continue reading
BMW M unveiled today the BMW M5 Facelift at the 2013 M Festival. Albert Biermann, Head of Engineering at M, and Thomas Schemera, Marketing Director for BMW M, introduced visual and power upgrades to the popular sporty sedan. Along with … Continue reading
The first ever Rolls-Royce Motor Cars exhibition at the BMW Museum in Munich officially opens tomorrow. The unique exhibition, entitled ‘Strive for Perfection’, celebrates the tenth year of the renaissance of the Rolls‑Royce marque under BMW Group ownership. The exhibition … Continue reading
BMW Performance Center instructor Johan Schwartz will attempt to beat the world record for drifting. On May 11th, the M School driver will go behind the wheel of the new F10 M5 and onto the skidpad. The current drifting world … Continue reading
They share the same genes, but dance to different tunes; the already successful MINI Countryman is joined by the MINI Paceman in satisfying the desire of compact premium car customers for more driving fun. The move sees the brand pressing … Continue reading
Despite stereotypical assumptions, the richest car guy on the planet is not even a guy, but rather a woman. According to Forbes Billionaires List, BMW heir Susanne Klatten is the richest person in the auto industry. The 50-year-old German is … Continue reading
Consumer Reports give their take on the 2013 BMW X1 and as they described it, “you either hate it or love it”, no middle ground. Consumer Reports team was split in two: Camp #1 views the X1 as basically a … Continue reading
Not the most comprehensive review every published by Car and Driver, but U.S. magazine shares with us their thoughts on BMW’s newest gimmick: the 3 Series Gran Turismo. So far the journalists’ opinions seem to be split, some gave the … Continue reading
In 2009 BMW introduced the Cruise bike, a touring bicycle with a 9-speed hub system. Fast forward four years later and an updated version of the Cruise bike is now released. BMW says that the 20kg (44lb) bike with pedal … Continue reading
BMW says its i3 electric city car will debut in production form at the 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show. The car will go on sale by the end of the year in Europe, China and the United States. In a press … Continue reading
While the BMW X4 didn’t make its debut in January at Detroit Auto Show, the small Sports Activity Coupe will finally arrive in dealerships next year. In a statement today during Annual Accounts Press Conference, Dr. Norbert Reithofer, Chairman of … Continue reading
One Week With BMW’s M5 – Test Drive
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I submit to you that I cannot afford a brand new 2013 BMW M5. Regrettably so. Of course, I aspire to own one – now more than ever, after spending seven blissful days at the helm of the world’s favorite … Continue reading
My BMW 330i Wagon and the Infamous Three Stage Intake Manifold
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The day started at about 3AM with a quick trip to the gas station, the ATM and, of course, a pit stop at the 24-hour Starbucks located off of SR-210. My destination was clear: south Miami but getting there would … Continue reading
