Steven Paul

Steven is a Senior Writer for BMWBLOG. A lifelong BMW enthusiast, he's owned everything from the most abused E36 to a brand-new M2 Competition and almost everything in between. He joined the team in 2020, bringing years of experience as a manager at a BMW dealership. Now he writes full-time with Cox Automotive and BMWBLOG (among others), bringing a unique voice and perspective on what he believes is the most compelling automotive landscape in history. He enjoys all cars, particularly BMW, Toyota/Lexus, and Porsche products.
Photo Comparison: F66 MINI Cooper vs. F56 MINI Cooper

Photo Comparison: F66 MINI Cooper vs. F56 MINI Cooper

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…

2025 BMW 4 Series Live on German Configurator

2025 BMW 4 Series Live on German Configurator

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…

Photo Comparison: 2025 BMW M4 Facelift vs M4 Pre-Facelift

2024 BMW X2 vs. 2023 BMW X2: What Has Changed?

2024 BMW X2 vs. 2023 BMW X2: What Has Changed?

While the first generation of the BMW X2 received a somewhat lukewarm reception, the all-new 2024 BMW X2 offers some exciting changes. Changes happen throughout the small SUV, from the curvaceous new exterior to a…

2024 BMW Z4 Buyers Guide

2024 BMW Z4 Buyers Guide

Technically in its sixth generation, the BMW Z models represent some of the very best in open-top cruising that money can buy. Though in production since 2019, the Z4 doesn’t feel – or look –…

2024 BMW XM Buyers Guide

2024 BMW XM Buyers Guide

The 2024 BMW XM SUV goes big: big V8 engine, big horsepower, and a truly enormous price tag. Now offered in two flavors – standard trim and the limited-production BMW XM Label (formerly “Label Red”)…