BMW is swimming against the tide by refusing to go all-in on EVs. Last month, Head of Development Frank Weber told us the plan is to continue investments in cars equipped with combustion engines. With…
The specter of the diesel scandal, which has haunted several major automakers, now appears to be looming over BMW. As reported by Germany’s Bild newspaper, the Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) has initiated a hearing…
It’s unfortunate for us Yanks that Americans don’t like diesel engines. Europe has so many great diesel engine options, providing customers with affordable, efficient models that we don’t get. For the European market, both the…
Sales figures published by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association for 2022 showed demand for diesel dropped by 19.7% to 1.5 million units. According to the same ACEA, the market share for diesel-fueled vehicles went down…
Electric vehicle critics often cite the efficiency and long-distance capabilities of diesel-powered cars as reasons to stay away from EVs, especially in Europe. And there’s a lot of evidence to backup such claims, as diesel-powered…
A proposal made last year by the European Commission to ban sales of new combustion cars from 2035 came as a shock for the automotive industry and car enthusiasts alike. It technically referred to a…
Paul Rosche’s naturally-aspirated V12 that powered the McLaren F1 was, and still is, a masterpiece. In fact, it may be the greatest road car engine ever made (until Cosworth’s new V12 in Gordon Murray’s follow…
As people continue to rave about electric and hybrid cars, some other enthusiasts might feel left out. These old-school fanatics, who don’t love the idea of switching to electric, have the money and the know-how…
Most BMW 3 Series customers in Europe opt for diesel model variants, for their low-down torque and increased fuel efficiency. That way, they have a car that still feels quick but is also a bit…
It’s always fun to see performance cars go head-to-head; it’s literally why we read car magazines; but most customers don’t actually buy those sports cars. Instead, most customers buy less expensive, more sensible versions of…
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