As you approach the glass and metal complex sparkling in the sun and twisting up into the sky, BMW’s Welt is truly a sight to behold. But what about the view from within? BMWBLOG has gained exclusive access to the … 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





As you approach the glass and metal complex sparkling in the sun and twisting up into the sky, BMW’s Welt is truly a sight to behold. But what about the view from within? BMWBLOG has gained exclusive access to the … Continue reading
Welcome to the Welt. It’s been quite a journey for most of you; how was your flight? Time to lose the jet lag and get rested for a very big day ahead. You are allowed to be excited. This is … Continue reading
It’s day three of our European Delivery experience, and we finally had a chance to sleep in. I know what you’re thinking: how could one possibly sleep in with the key to a lightly used 1M lying on your bedside … Continue reading
Day two began much the way day 1 ended: with a proper spanking over gloriously twisty mountain roads in the Austrian Alps. Like two baby sharks devouring a tasty bit of asphalt, both BMW 1Ms impressed with their grip, power … Continue reading
And oh what a day. Our alarm was set for 07:00 and like a small child waking up for a trip to Disney Land, we weren’t bothered much by the obnoxious buzzing. It was time for my first trip to … Continue reading
Press Release: The reopening of the Junior Campus at BMW Welt was celebrated with a function yesterday morning. Willi Weitzel, “guest educator” and moderator of the event, joined a class of elementary school children in exploring the redesigned Campus Portal … Continue reading
Word came down the pipe that starting Thursday, July 22nd, BMW will bring the Gran Coupe Concept in display at the BMW Welt in Munich. The concept will be placed in a special location on the ground floor and everyone … Continue reading
An interesting report by Autoweek mentions that BMW is trying to convince its U.S. customers that they should start special orderings the second generation X3 with the options they crave rather than settling for whatever models are available on the dealership’s … Continue reading
Our friend Jonathan Spira over at ExecutiveRoadWarrior started a series of articles about Munich that covers museums and music, and of course, the Munich-based, Bayerische Motoren Werke. The virtual tours include both the newly reopened BMW Museum and one of … Continue reading