I’m on the way back from Monterey, California, fresh off testing the all new F30 3 Series in both N20-powered 328i and N55-powered 335i guise. Only I don’t want to leave. I went into the F30 test, in a way, … 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





I’m on the way back from Monterey, California, fresh off testing the all new F30 3 Series in both N20-powered 328i and N55-powered 335i guise. Only I don’t want to leave. I went into the F30 test, in a way, … Continue reading
You have to respect an underdog. That skinny man at the bar who stands up to the Schwarzenegger-looking ‘roid-popping dude hitting on his girlfriend. The Jamaican bobsled team in “Cool Runnings.” The Cadillac ATS. BMW have long set the bar … Continue reading
The TV ad of the new BMW 3 Series is now online. In February, first delivery of the F30 3 Series will begin in Europe and United States with the first American customers taking possession of their 328i or 335i … Continue reading
2011 has been quite a busy year for Bavarian Motor Works! If anything, it was easy for us to tell given how busy the BMWBLOG staff have been. Hugo attended the US launch of the 1M Coupe at Monticello Motor … Continue reading
The 2012 BMW 3 Series was spotted at the Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam. The prototype belongs to the Modern Line and features a black metallic paint. The three lines also include Sport and Luxury, with the M Sport models following … Continue reading
BMW of North America issued a bulletin to all the US dealerships containing the ordering guide for the new 2012 BMW 3 Series. All the details can be seen below. The all-new BMW 3 Series Sedan was revealed in October … Continue reading
A trend started by BMWBLOG years ago continues today with a new episode. With the launch of a new BMW, we take the time to compare it against the outgoing model. Today, we are giving you a photo comparison between … Continue reading
With the announcement of the sixth generation BMW 3 Series Sedan, the benchmark by which all sport sedans are measured just got raised. The pioneering history of the 3 Series serves as inspiration for the new sports sedan, whose powerful … Continue reading
BMW believes we’re getting bigger – or at least it seems that way because their cars keep getting bigger. The new F30 3er sedan is dimensionally longer, has a wider track (front & rear) and a longer wheelbase. The one … Continue reading