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.
The new Porsche Panamera is less ugly

The new Porsche Panamera is less ugly

When Porsche first unveiled its first four-door sedan, the Panamera, the world seemed shocked. Shocked for a few reasons. The first reason is that it was a massive departure from what Porsche has been known for…

Roadshow drives the MINI John Cooper Works Challenge

Roadshow drives the MINI John Cooper Works Challenge

MINI John Cooper Works cars have always been exciting, hardcore and hilarious good fun. They’re hot hatches for folks who value fun and excitement over things like comfort and luxury. Typically, a John Cooper Works…

BMW workers get ‘Iron Man’ suits to reduce strain

I can completely admit that I’m a bit of a nerd and love superhero movies, with Iron Man being my personal favorite. The witty sense of humor, the billionaire playboy lifestyle and, of course, the…

VIDEO: Which is the best BMW ever – BMW M1 or E30 BMW M3?

VIDEO: BMW M235i vs Audi TTS vs Ford Mustang

VIDEO: BMW M235i vs Audi TTS vs Ford Mustang

Now that BMW’s M2 has debuted, some fans may find it difficult to look at the BMW M235i, considering the massive value advantage of the M2. However, we’re still very big fans of the M2’s…

Is the Chevy SS really as good as the BMW 5 Series?

Is the Chevy SS really as good as the BMW 5 Series?

BMW has been selling its 5 Series for decades, with the first generation debuting in the ’70s. The idea was to make a car that’s both comfortable, practical and well-built but also very fun. So it’s safe…

A Day in Goodwood: We visit the Rolls Royce factory

A Day in Goodwood: We visit the Rolls Royce factory

You’ve probably already seen the Rolls-Royce Vision NEXT 100 concept car, a car that looks like a 1930’s designer’s vision of the future. It’s easily one of the most fascinating and polarizing concept cars in…

E46 BMW M3 owner loves the BMW M2

E46 BMW M3 owner loves the BMW M2

If you’re familiar with the automotive section of The Detroit News then you’re familiar with Henry Payne who’s been writing a column there for some time now. If you’re familiar with Payne, you might know…

Auto Express drives BMW 440i M Sport

Following the BMW 340i’s replacement of the BMW 335i, the Bavarian brand has just launched its 440i in Europe. The BMW 440i replaces the outgoing 340i and brings about the same changes as in that…