When Max Missoni quietly joined BMW in late 2024, it may not have seemed like a seismic event. Yet for those who follow automotive design closely, the move signaled one of the most consequential shifts…
If you’re a truly ingrained BMW fan, there’s a sold chance you know the name Andreas Bovensiepen. He’s the top dog at ALPINA, a BMW tuning shop that just recently became officially part of the…
I’ve always been fascinated by cars left on the proverbial cutting room floor. Whether it’s a design sketch tossed in a trash can or a model canceled at the very last minute, I want to…
ALPINA’s story has always been about doing things differently from BMW. Not louder, not harsher, but definitely quicker and more refined. In a recent interview, Andreas Bovensiepen, son of the founder and current head of…
ALPINA has always occupied a rare space in the BMW universe. The marque blends hand-finished craftsmanship, bespoke performance, and understated luxury in a way that even BMW doesn’t. Now, under BMW’s full stewardship, the brand…
There is a common misconception that ALPINA is merely a tuner. However, more than 40 years have passed since the German Federal Ministry of Transport recognized it as a car manufacturer. Each vehicle built in…
It’s been a little over three years since the BMW Group acquired the rights to the ALPINA brand. Since then, news has been relatively scarce, although we’ve heard about a plan to push the brand…
It’s been six decades since the late Burkard Bovensiepen set up shop in the Ostallgäu district of Bavaria. Originally a tuner, ALPINA was officially recognized as an automobile manufacturer by the German Federal Ministry of…
Monterey Car Week is always full of rare cars and surprises, but few drew more double-takes this year than the Bovensiepen Zagato. We had the chance to see it up close at The Quail, A…
Online car auction sites like Bring a Trailer aren’t just limited to selling the finished product. Today, you can find everything from illuminated dealership signs to racing flags and collectible artwork. Of course, you can…
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