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The automotive industry was somewhat taken by surprise in March when the BMW Group announced plans to acquire the ALPINA brand. The existing agreement was extended for five years at the end of 2020, so…

Why would ALPINA ever make its own version of a Toyota? It might if that Toyota is actually a BMW. Okay, so this would actually never happen and, regardless of what you may hear, is…

In early March, the BMW Group announced plans to expand its portfolio by acquiring ALPINA after more than half a century of collaborations. The existing agreement between the two was renewed at the end of…

Wait, a diesel engine that sounds great? Yes, they exist. Pump up the volume and hear the soundtrack of a 3.0-liter inline-six running on Devil’s fuel on the Autobahn. It started out in life as…

Ever since BMW announced it’s buying ALPINA, many have been wondering where it’ll be positioned under the corporate umbrella. After all, the M division is the sportier side of the branch, so where does that…

When BMW broke the news that it was buying ALPINA, it felt like a somber day for many enthusiasts. I read countless comments on this site from readers who were convinced BMW’s acquisition spelled death…

Following a short teaser campaign, ALPINA has unveiled the first-ever B4 Gran Coupe. It joins the B3 Sedan and B3 Touring in Buchloe’s portfolio while packing an extra punch. Indeed, the future member of the…

BMW recently made it official — it bought ALPINA. After nearly six decades of partnership between the two brands, BMW has finally made the move to officially acquire ALPINA and all of its luxury know-how….

The BMW Group is officially expanding, as BMW has officially acquired ALPINA, adding the famed boutique manufacturer to its portfolio of premium brands. BMW AG and ALPINA Burkard Bovensiepen GmbH & Co. have officially reached…

Say what you will about the BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe but the ultra-luxurious model from Bavaria will attract a lot of curious looks wherever it may go. There are a few reasons why that’s…