We went to Munich to test drive BMW’s new three-cylinder engine. To showcase its capability, the Bavarians fitted the “baby-six” in a 1 Series Hatchback. The new family of three-cylinder engines was introduced this week…
Date: September 16, 2012
Regrettably, Laguna Seca’s back straight is about as straight as Richard Simmons, runs uphill, and is far too short. There was no top-speed run to be had – this is not Monza, nor is it…
Date: August 30, 2012
In BMW’s family hierarchy, bigger means better. That is to say, a higher number denotes a superior car. Of course, how you define automotive superiority will dictate which car you favor, and we all love…
Date: August 25, 2012
When was the last time you saw an M6 on the street? Unless your neighbor owns one or you have one in your driveway, it’s likely been some time – if you’ve ever seen one. …
Date: August 24, 2012
4:15 AM and the alarm goes off. I don’t have this right-hand drive 2012 BMW X6 M50d long and “Man, do I want to go back to sleep.” My aim is to get as far…
Date: August 21, 2012
With the launch of an all new 2013 Porsche Boxster S, BMWBLOG figured it would be a good time to compare its natural rival: the BMW Z4 sDrive35is. An unfair comparison you say? Both two…
Date: July 12, 2012
Small cars with big engines have always been fascinating to consumers around the world, and particularly to young people that embrace fast, compact vehicles. English-speaking countries label this type of vehicle as a “Hot Hatch.”…
Date: July 9, 2012
At first glance, the 2013 BMW 328i Touring looks like an evolution of the E91, but after a prolonged drive, the improvements over the previous generation begin to surface. Overall, the new F31 surpasses its…
Date: July 7, 2012
By VroomGirls – a new car website for women that helps her make an intelligent car-buying decision. Petrina Gentile tells us why the 2012 BMW X5 is “perfect for any busy, stylish mom who works…
Date: June 29, 2012
In looking back at BMW’s history in the United States, I honestly could not remember when a U.S.-spec 5 Series came with a four-cylinder engine. Was 2012 really the first instance in which the quintessential…
Date: June 25, 2012
BMW is not the first premium car manufacturer to design a four door coupe, but the Bavarians’ response to the Mercedes-Benz CLS and Audi A7 is here now and ready to make a statement. The…
Date: June 13, 2012
