Steven Paul

The 2024 BMW X1 is part of the third generation BMW X1 – internally designated U11 – and represents a huge step up from the outgoing generation in terms of styling, interior refinement, and tech….

The BMW X2 enters its second generation in 2024, getting a complete redesign inside and out compared to its predecessor. Standard equipment, performance, and overall aesthetics drastically improve compared to the awkward first-gen model that…

Four days in Florida, ten iconic BMW vehicles, one racetrack; it’s Targa 66. Started in 1991 by Brian Redman (British F1 racer, Le Mans racer 1967-1989, current historic racer), it’s designed as a chance for…

Volkswagen bills its just-debuted iD.7 Tourer as the “electric all-rounder of a new era.” The same press release acknowledges that, strangely, the electric estate car segment is somehow burgeoning. The new VW product joins the…

Up until a few weeks ago, manual transmission enthusiasts were limited to serious M models if they wanted a row-your-own adventure. That changed with the introduction of the manual Z4 M40i “Handschalter” (German for “hand…

The Neue Klasse is BMW’s designation for a series of all-electric models set to debut in the next half of this decade. The name, reminiscent of the original Neue Klasse sedans produced from 1962 until…

The new BMW 5 Series Touring is finally here, bringing extensive exterior and interior changes to the luxury wagon. Wagons offer plenty of the advantages of an SUV – while eschewing many of the downsides…

The 2025 BMW 5 Series Touring is here, joining a surprisingly competitive segment. The luxury estate market is still alive worldwide, and the Audi A6 Avant (and hotter RS6) represents one of the biggest competitors…

The fifth generation of the MINI Cooper – the F66 chassis – is finally here. Despite being heavily based on the outgoing F56 generation, there are some remarkable changes. Most notably in key areas like…

Despite debuting just a couple days ago, the new BMW 4 Series Coupe is already up on the German Build Your Own tool. While we’re certain there will be some differences between the North American…