Why BMW’s Hood Shut Line Keeps Annoying Enthusiasts
Why BMW’s hood shut line sparks debate. Is it clever engineering or a cost-cutting design compromise?
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What If BMW “Remastered” Cars Like Porsche’s Sonderwunsch 996?
What if BMW reimagined classics like Porsche’s Sonderwunsch 996? Here’s how an E46 remaster could look, built by BMW Classic, M, and Individual.
How the BMW E36 Redefined the 3 Series:
The BMW E36 marked a major shift in the 3 Series’ design, moving from the boxy aesthetics of the E30 to a sleeker, more aerodynamic look. Designed by Claus Luthe, Pinky Lai, and Boyke Boyer, the E36 introduced modern styling cues that defined BMW in the 1990s.
BMW E30: The Design Story Behind an Automotive Classic
Explore the design story behind the BMW E30 3 Series, an automotive icon that redefined simplicity and elegance in the 1980s. Learn how Claus Luthe and his team evolved the E21 into a timeless classic while balancing practicality and innovation.
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Driver First: The Story Behind BMW’s Angled Dashboard
Discover how the E21 BMW 3 Series introduced a revolutionary driver-oriented dashboard, redefining the interior design philosophy for decades.
The Next Chapter in BMW Design: A Deep Dive with Adrian Van Hooydonk
BMW’s Head of Design, Adrian Van Hooydonk, shares an exclusive look at the future of BMW design and technology
BMW and Fighter Jets: The Story Behind Orange Dashboard Lights
Discover the fascinating history and science behind BMW’s iconic orange-lit dashboard gauges. Learn how this design choice, inspired by fighter jets, preserves night vision while enhancing clarity.
What Is BMW’s Monolithic Design Philosophy? A Deep Dive Into Bold Simplicity
Discover BMW’s bold shift to monolithic design, a philosophy blending minimalist surfaces with striking proportions. From the iX to the Neue Klasse platform.
First BMWs Influenced By New Design Team Coming After 2029
BMW Group's Head of Design Adrian van Hooydonk tells us when we'll see the first cars penned by the newly appointed design leaders.
Grilled To Perfection – Part 2
Explore the evolution of the iconic BMW grille, from post-war designs to modern marvels like the BMW Turbo concept
How Drilling Holes in a Wiper Arm Gave Us a Better Looking BMW i8
Discover the surprising secret behind the BMW i8's sleek design transformation. Click now to uncover the ingenious solution!
