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

2011 Frankfurt Auto Show

IAA 2011: AC Schnitzer BMW 6 Series Cabriolet
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In Auto Shows, on September 14th, 2011

Second model revealed today at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show by the German tuner specialists at AC Schnitzer is a 6 Series Convertible with a power and cosmetic package. AC Schnitzer’s 6 Series Convertible show car is based on the … Continue reading
IAA 2011: AC Schnitzer BMW 1M
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In Auto Shows, on September 14th, 2011

German tuner AC Schnitzer bring their own version of the BMW 1M to the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show. The complete package includes both visual and power upgrades. Under the vented bonnet, AC Schnitzer gives the 1M a significant power upgrade … Continue reading
IAA 2011: New 2012 BMW 1 Series Public Debut
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In Auto Shows, on September 14th, 2011

Another debut today at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show was the newest and second-generation BMW 1 Series. The F20 1 Series hatchback was officially unveiled to the public present in Hall 11. Styling wise, the F20 1 Series follows the … Continue reading
IAA 2011: BMW i8 Public Debut
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In Auto Shows, on September 14th, 2011

BMW i8, “the most progressive sportscar” as the Munich-based automaker labeled it, made its public debut today at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show. According to BMW, the i8 will set a benchmark in the performance segment. The 349 horsepower hybrid … Continue reading
IAA 2011: Day 1 Recap
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In Auto Shows, on September 14th, 2011

BMWBLOG team walked the floor today at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show and at the end of a long, yet exciting day, we have a quick report from one of the largest car shows in the world. The Weismann roadster … Continue reading
IAA 2011: Rowan Atkinson aka Johnny English comes to Rolls Royce display
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In Auto Shows, on September 13th, 2011

As we announced yesterday, the famous British actor and a huge car aficionado, Rowan Atkinson, made a public appearance at the Rolls Royce display in Frankfurt. His appearance is related to the special Rolls Royce Phantom with a 9.0 liter … Continue reading
IAA 2011: ALPINA B6 Bi-Turbo Cabriolet
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In Auto Shows, on September 13th, 2011

Today, at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show, Buchloe-based automaker ALPINA unveils the new 2012 ALPINA B6 Bi-Turbo Convertible which is based on the new BMW 6 Series Convertible. As expected with all the ALPINA models, the B6 Bi-Turbo Cabriolet receives … Continue reading
IAA 2011: BMW EffecientDynamics and the ‘i’ Sub-brand
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In Auto Shows, on September 13th, 2011

BMW’s EffecientDynamics have been a key to the company’s ability to deliver performance with reductions in fuel consumption and vehicle emissions. The Twin Power Turbo gas engines are a significant contributor to that achievement and manage to squeeze big power … Continue reading
IAA 2011: The New BMW M5 Presented to the Public
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In Auto Shows, Featured Posts, on September 13th, 2011

Just when you thought that there was no more hope for companies to build bahn-burners, BMW roars ahead with the new M5. It’s not easy following the phenomenal V10 powered E60 M5, but it appears that the turbo-charged V8 in … Continue reading