Nico DeMattia

Nico DeMattia is a Senior Editor at BMWBLOG. He’s a bigger fan of classic cars than new ones, especially BMWs and the quirkier the better. Cars that are weird, unusual or unwanted, those are the cars Nico likes. He also enjoys covering news from across the auto industry and performing test drives aboard new and old BMW cars. Throughout the years, Nico co-hosted a podcast featuring interviews with industry icons such as designer Chris Bangle. He started writing about cars in 2015 before joining BMWBLOG in 2016. Nico is also a News Editor for The Drive. Fun Facts: Nico is a massive NFL fan and has a love/hate relationship with the New York Giants. He's also a Marvel nerd.
France to Tax SUVs and Other Heavy Vehicles

France to Tax SUVs and Other Heavy Vehicles

Weight has long been an issue in the automotive industry. With safety and technology features becoming more and more necessary, cars are heavier than ever before. Exacerbating the industry’s weight problem is the rising popularity…

VIDEO: The BMW i3 actually isn’t too bad in the snow

BMW M8 Gran Coupe vs Polestar 1 -- Top Gear Test

BMW M8 Gran Coupe vs Polestar 1 — Top Gear Test

The BMW M8 Gran Coupe is an interesting car. On one hand, it’s a road-going ballistic missile, capable of acceleration so instantaneous it feels like teleportation. On the other hand, it’s a quiet, comfortable and…

SPIED: BMW M3 Touring Seen Testing in New Photos

SPIED: BMW M3 Touring Seen Testing in New Photos

Among BMW enthusiasts, the M3 Touring is likely the most exciting car in the brand’s near future. BMW enthusiasts have been begging the Bavarian brand to develop a long-roof version of the 3 Series for…

VIDEO: Joe Achilles is Ordering a G80 BMW M3

VIDEO: Joe Achilles is Ordering a G80 BMW M3

The opinions on the new BMW M3’s design are probably more divided than those of any other M3 in history. Since its debut, Joe Achilles has stated that it’s likely going to look better in…