BMW continues its sales growth in China. In June 2011, BMW said that sales in China rose 41 percent, or 21, 158 vehicles. BMW also said the company sold 121,614 cars in China in the first half of the year, … Continue reading
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In well-worn M philosophy, the chassis must always be faster than the engine. For decades this has been an engineering challenge for M, because they’ve always fitted stonking engines under the hood. To go the wayward American route of fitting … Continue reading
The iconic M6 returns from a two year hiatus more powerful, more athletic, more focused, more luxurious and more efficient than ever before. Since the “M6” badge was first placed on a BMW back in 1987, this iconic model has … Continue reading
The new 2013 BMW M6 Convertible makes its world debut today with the first photos and official information. As expected, the new M6 shares the same engine with the recently unveiled M5. Internally designated as the S63Tü this new engine … Continue reading
See update below with official BMW statement BMW of North America has agreed to pay a $3 million fine to settle U.S. government allegations that it failed to promptly notify regulators about potential safety defects. NTHSA says that BMW agreed … Continue reading
Some fragment of an article flashed by, probably on an iPad, that got me thinking about all of the small-scale manufacturers of automobiles and their need for drivetrain components. More than one genius has gone to financial ruin thinking they … Continue reading





BMW continues its sales growth in China. In June 2011, BMW said that sales in China rose 41 percent, or 21, 158 vehicles. BMW also said the company sold 121,614 cars in China in the first half of the year, … Continue reading
The BMW Group is planning further expansion of its activities in China in the future. “BMW Group vehicles are very popular in China. We anticipate that this growth will continue in the future. Therefore, together with our Joint Venture partner … Continue reading
BMW and Mercedes continue their impressive growth in China. A report by Bloomberg states that the sales growth are rapidly increasing at more than nine times the pace of wider industry. The two premium automakers sold combined 102,497 vehicles during … Continue reading
According to Automotive News, BMW ranks first among 100 desired brands in China. BMW’s closest competitors, Mercedes and Audi rank eighth and 12th, respectively. The survey coming from Clear Asia used a sample of 2,500 consumers in China. The survey … Continue reading
Automotive News publishes a report on China’s car luxury market and the dominance from the three major German premium automaker, BMW, Mercedes and Audi. According to the magazine, the three automakers control nearly 76 percent of China’s luxury car sales, … Continue reading
Following the major recall in the US, the Chinese market also sees a similar recall with more than 21,000 luxury sedans from China to fix the faulty brake system. BMW’s vehicles which have been recalled include 21,383 imported BMW 5, … Continue reading
Another day, and another insightful BMW-related report coming from Bloomberg: BMW is considering expanding the range of products offered in China, as well as introducing a leasing-vehicle business, in order to enhance its presence on the Chinese market, currently the … Continue reading
In November 2009, BMW and its Chinese partner Brilliance announced their plans to build a second production plant at the Shenyang site. The investment volume for the new plant amounts to 560 million euros and the construction work was scheduled … Continue reading
The BMW Group will also produce its X1 Sports Activity Vehicle in China in the future. “The BMW X1 could be one of the first products for our new plant in Tiexi in the Shenyang region. We are currently exploring … Continue reading