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BMW M1 Successor May Bow in 2016
Almost becoming a yearly event, rumors of a successor to the BMW M1 have surfaced yet again, this time with reports that the German automaker plans to revive the model in 2016. As we learned in the past, the supercar would be built with a lightweight body featuring plenty of aluminum, magnesium, titanium, and plastic….
11 Future Hybrids Heading to Dealers Soon
Even though they’ve been around for well over a decade now, hybrids still have that ‘new technology’ feel. Consumers continue to be apprehensive to hybrid technology and there’s plenty of misinformation surrounding it.
BMW i Pedelec Electric Bicycle Revealed to Compliment i3
BMW opened its first store for its i sub-brand recently on Park Lane in London, perhaps proving the project lives on despite the automaker mulling a contingency plan since EVs haven’t quite taken off in the market place as they had hoped by now.
2013 Hyundai Equus Base Model Exceeds $60,000
Hyundai’s more-for-less policy has generally been a hit with consumers, especially since it recently introduced the new “fluidic design language,” but the flagship Equus sedan slotted to compete with cars like the BMW 7 Series hasn’t seen the same success.
BMW Courting Bloggers to Reach New Buyers
The instant results offered by blogging posts and accessibility of the web, provides good feedback to automakers, which are using comments generated by social media feeds to influence aspects of vehicle design and engineering, when concepts are revealed.
Didit Hediprasetyo BMW Individual 7-Series Announced
Fashion designer Didit Hediprasetyo has teamed up with BMW to create a unique Individual 7-Series model that will be limited to just five bespoke units tailored to the customer’s personality.
Front-Drive BMW 1-Series to Debut at Paris Motor Show with 3-Cylinder Power
Rumor has it that a front-wheel drive BMW 1-Series GT model will be heading to this year’s Paris Auto Show, giving BMW enthusiasts a new entry-level model.
BMW Z1 25th Anniversary Celebration to be Held at BMW Museum
The BMW Z1 enjoyed a limited production of about 8,000 units from 1989-1991, but was originally built as a concept by BMW Technik GmbH.
BMW 7-Speed Manual Transmission Might be Coming
Patent images surfacing online suggest BMW might be exploring the idea of a seven-speed manual transmission, which is believable considering Porsche already offers one in its 911.
BMW 7 Series Diesel Not Headed to US: Brand Confirms
Reports started hitting the internet this week of a BMW 7 Series diesel heading for the U.S. market, something that got notoriously diesel-enthusiastic auto journalists excited. But those reports are little more than hot air according to a company spokesman.
2013 BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe Commercials Released
The 2013 BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe was revealed at the 2012 Geneva Auto Show, and the first commercials for the luxury cruiser have hit the internet today.
BMW Trademark Filings Reveal M7, M10, X2 and More
It looks like the BMW M7 won’t be the only model appearing in the German automaker’s bright future. Recent trademark filings reveal that BMW might have a few more models in the works.
BMW Store in Paris Marks New Direction for Brand
Earlier this week, BMW celebrated the grand opening of a new dealership on Avenue George-V, in Paris. The new location is a bit different than a traditional dealership in many ways, and marks a new direction for the brand.
Top 10 Most Fuel Efficient AWD Cars and Crossovers
Fuel efficiency is quickly becoming one of the most sought after elements in a new car. However finding a car with good fuel efficiency usually means you have to make a few compromises.
BMW Touchpad iDrive Controller Previewed – Video
The company responsible for manufacturing climate controls, driver controls, sensor systems, ECUs, and instrument panels for various German automakers has released a video previewing its newest technology, a BMW iDrive knob with an integrated touchpad.
Six-Speed Stick for M6 Confirmed
Back by popular demand, the 2013 BMW M6 will sport an optional 6-speed manual transmission.
2013 Alpina B7 Caught Testing in Malibu – Spy Photos
BMW certainly is brazen, or perhaps they just don’t have much to hide. Just a day after the recent 6 Series Gran Coupe media drives in Santa Barbara we snapped these spy photos as part of a convoy heading north on the Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu.
BMW Zagato Coupe Detailed in Videos
BMW unveiled its one-off Zagato Coupe at the Concorso d’Eleganza, and now the German automaker has released several videos spotlighting the bespoke model.
BMW Mulls Contingency Plans for i3, i8 as EV Demand Faulters
It’s only been a few months since we last saw spy shots of the BMW i3 getting tested in the snow, so it would seem that the German automaker’s Project i is well on schedule.
BMW Zagato Coupe Unveiled
The 2012 Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este is playing host to the world premiere of the BMW Zagato Coupe, a stunning creation built by BMW and Milanese coachbuilder Zagato.
BMW M7 Might Appear in Future: Brand Boss Says
Fans of BMW‘s high-performance M Division (and who isn’t) have something big to look forward to: brand expansion far and beyond what we already know in the lineup according to BMW American CEO Ludwig Willisch.
2013 BMW 7 Series Gets Mid-Cycle Refresh
The 2013 model year BMW 7-Series gets an update, with some minimal exterior changes, new and upgraded engine variants, a multifunctional instrument display, a new Rear Seat Entertainment package, and a possible 25 percent increase in fuel efficiency.
Polestar Volvo S60 to Rival BMW M3 – Spy Photo
Volvo is out to prove that even at the performance level it can compete with Germany’s luxury brands and is going about doing so with the Polestar S60.
2013 BMW M5 Six-Speed Manual Revealed
BMW just revealed that there will be a no-cost optional six-speed manual for its 2013 M5 sports sedan, giving old-guard driving fans something smoking hot to dream of and hopefully drive.
