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BMW 320d Diesel Confirmed for US
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With the introduction of the all-new 2012 3 Series BMW quietly axed the low-selling 335d diesel model, but now the an ultra-efficient oil-burner is set to return to our shores.
BMW Debuts New iDrive Controller
Towards the end of May, we got a sneak preview of the new iDrive Controller BMW was working on, featuring a touchpad that would ideally make navigating the infotainment system’s menus a lot easier.
Audi CEO Says Brand Will be No.1 Luxury Automaker by 2020
When asked about the future of Audi, the brands CEO sighted plans to push the company to the number one spot by 2020.
BMW M235i Coupe Heading to America in Early 2014
While the rest of the world has been enjoying BMW’s M Performance models, America will finally be treated to its first of the new performance machines in 2014 with the debut of the M235i coupe.
BMW ActiveHybrid 3 Packs 335-HP, Eight Speed Transmission
BMW has announced its all-new ActiveHybrid 3 model, featuring a 3.0-liter TwinPower Turbo inline-six mated to an eight-speed Steptronic automatic transmission, combined with an electric motor to deliver 335-hp and 332 lb-ft of torque.
BMW M3 Lime Rock Park Edition Announced
BMW has announced a new special edition for the outgoing M3, called the Lime Rock Park edition.
BMW Z4 and ActiveE Recalled for Loss of Power Steering
BMW is recalling 162 Z4’s and ActiveE vehicles over problems with the power steering.
Next Generation BMW X1 Going Front Wheel Drive
In hopes of lowering production costs while increasing value, the German automaker will be utilizing a shared, front-wheel drive platform for the second-generation BMW X1.
BMW 1M Coupe Stolen in Minutes: Key Fob to Blame
Anyone using a near field communications (NFC) key should take notice: tech savvy thieves can swipe your car without the key.
Toyota Supra Successor Rumored on BMW 6 Series Chassis
It didn’t take long for rumors surrounding the future BMW–Toyota sports car to start flying.
BMW-Toyota Sports Car New Information Revealed
New information on the plans for a jointly-developed sports car BMW and Toyota announced last Friday surfaced thanks to a BMW spokeswoman.
2013 Kia Optima SX Limited Pricing Starts at $36,050
Blowing well past the entry-level luxury sedan market in terms of price, Kia just announced the sticker for its 2013 Optima SX Limited sedan.
Mercedes-Benz B-Class E-Cell Sourced from Tesla
The third cooperative effort between American EV manufacturer Tesla and Daimler, one of its major shareholders, will most likely come in the form of a plug-in Mercedes-Benz B-Class.
2012 BMW ActiveE Project Announced by Turner Motorsport – Video
One of the world’s best-known BMW specialists, Turner Motorsport has announced its latest undertaking: an ActiveE project car.
AutoGuide Week-In-Reverse: Pikes Peak Hill Climb Delayed, Toyota and BMW Announce Sports Car
The automotive industry is a global business that is constantly evolving and growing, and we here at AutoGuide know it can be hard to keep up sometimes. So here is a summary of the top stories you may have missed this week:
BMW, Toyota Announce Plans for Co-Developed Sports Car
Industry giants Toyota and BMW held a press conference in Munich today to discuss plans for its partnership initially announced last December, unveiling plans for a co-developed sports car.
Ten Turbo Cars We Can’t Wait to Get Our Hands On
Turbocharged vehicles are quickly becoming the answer to having a fuel-efficient vehicle, with exciting performance. They seem to all be geared towards the sensible enthusiast, offering sporty dynamics, while still getting solid fuel efficiency. Here’s some of the upcoming turbo-charged vehicles you can expect in the next few years. We’ve got some spy-pictures, and concept…
Toyota Expands BMW Partnership to Develop Hydrogen Fuel-Cells
Toyota is deepening its partnership with BMW by agreeing to supply the German automaker with hybrid and hydrogen fuel cell technology. The companies first partnered in December of last year with BMW supplying Toyota with small diesel engines for the European market in exchange for Toyota’s lithium-ion hybrid systems and research.
2013 BMW 650i, 550i Getting 45HP Boost
Power in the BMW 5 and 6 Series will increase in 2013 thanks to a little technology sharing between the two models’ flagship big brother, the 7 Series.
BMW M6 Mega Gallery, European Fuel Economy Released
BMW released a massive photo gallery of its M6 coupe and roadster today along with a little bit of new information.
BMW M5 Recreates Slow-Motion Bullet in Video
The latest video released from BMW looks to recreate super slow-motion bullet footage, but rather than a bullet, the German company uses its M5 sedan.
BMW M5 to Lose Manual Transmission Next Time Around
One of the “Ultimate Driving Machines” just got a little less ultimate, as a BMW official has confirmed that the next-generation M5 will be offered with an automatic transmission only.
TMG to Act as Performance Sub Brand for Lexus?
Lexus might be getting its own competitor to Mercedes’ AMG or the BMW M Division: the former F1 facility in Cologne, Germany.
BMW X5 and X6 Recalled For Leaking Power Steering Fluid
A machining error in 2012-2013 BMW X6 and X5 diesel vehicles is causing a power steering fluid leak, which has spurred NHTSA to commence a recall.
