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Could KIA’s new Clutch-by-Wire Technology Buy Manual Transmissions Time?

Could KIA’s new Clutch-by-Wire Technology Buy Manual Transmissions Time?

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Could KIA’s new Clutch-by-Wire Technology Buy Manual Transmissions Time? It’s no secret that the manual transmission is dying. Fewer and fewer automakers are putting three-pedal ‘boxes in cars and it’s upsetting the enthusiast fanbase. Even BMW is slowing getting rid of manual transmissions. Hell,... The article Could KIA’s new Clutch-by-Wire Technology Buy Manual Transmissions Time? appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
7.9% of total BMW Group car sales in 2020 were electrified vehicles

7.9% of total BMW Group car sales in 2020 were electrified vehicles

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7.9% of total BMW Group car sales in 2020 were electrified vehicles BMW’s electric offensive continues in 2020. According to a press release issued today, 7.9% of total BMW Group cars sold in 2020 were plug-in hybrids and electric vehicles. The car registration data for the first... The article 7.9% of total BMW Group car sales in 2020 were electrified vehicles appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
2020 U.S. JD Power Vehicle Dependability – 8th place for BMW

2020 U.S. JD Power Vehicle Dependability – 8th place for BMW

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2020 U.S. JD Power Vehicle Dependability – 8th place for BMW According to the J.D. Power 2020 U.S. Vehicle Dependability StudySM, released today, overall vehicle dependability improves 1.5% from 2019. BMW places eight this year in the new reliability ranking. The study, now in its 31st... The article 2020 U.S. JD Power Vehicle Dependability – 8th place for BMW appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
Frank van Meel Moves from BMW over to Rolls-Royce

Frank van Meel Moves from BMW over to Rolls-Royce

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Frank van Meel Moves from BMW over to Rolls-Royce For years, Frank Van Meel has been a performance-minded enthusiast, helping to develop some of the most incredible go-fast cars on the market. Years ago, van Meel was the head of Audi’s Quattro GmbH (now... The article Frank van Meel Moves from BMW over to Rolls-Royce appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
Video: Listen to the AC Schnitzer exhaust for the BMW M135i

Video: Listen to the AC Schnitzer exhaust for the BMW M135i

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Video: Listen to the AC Schnitzer exhaust for the BMW M135i Germany-based tuning shop AC Schnitzer launched a series of aftermarket products for the new BMW 1 Series range earlier this year. The model of choice was the M135i model since that’s the one most likely... The article Video: Listen to the AC Schnitzer exhaust for the BMW M135i appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
VIDEO: Is the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe Good Enough to Deserve the Badge?

VIDEO: Is the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe Good Enough to Deserve the Badge?

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VIDEO: Is the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe Good Enough to Deserve the Badge? The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is an odd car. It’s sort of only a BMW by name, as there’s really not much else about it that feels like a BMW. And that’s really it’s... The article VIDEO: Is the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe Good Enough to Deserve the Badge? appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
VIDEO: BMW M2 CS – Top 10 Things To Know

VIDEO: BMW M2 CS – Top 10 Things To Know

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VIDEO: BMW M2 CS – Top 10 Things To Know The upcoming BMW M2 CS is one of the most exciting cars to launch in 2020. The top model of the M2 family will arrive in limited numbers – around 2,200 units – aiming to... The article VIDEO: BMW M2 CS – Top 10 Things To Know appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
TEST DRIVE: 2021 BMW 330e Plug-In Hybrid – Use it wisely

TEST DRIVE: 2021 BMW 330e Plug-In Hybrid – Use it wisely

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TEST DRIVE: 2021 BMW 330e Plug-In Hybrid – Use it wisely Plug-in hybrid cars are certainly on the rise in 2020. As a matter of fact, all sorts of electrified cars are on the rise, which is something you might’ve noticed as well. Looking back at... The article TEST DRIVE: 2021 BMW 330e Plug-In Hybrid – Use it wisely appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
VIDEO: Could This be an Upcoming BMW M140i Hot Hatch?

VIDEO: Could This be an Upcoming BMW M140i Hot Hatch?

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VIDEO: Could This be an Upcoming BMW M140i Hot Hatch? At the moment, the hottest 1 Series hatch you can buy is the BMW M135i xDrive. However, when compared to its predecesor, the BMW M140i, it doesn’t actually seem so hot. It’s especially un-hot (cool?)... The article VIDEO: Could This be an Upcoming BMW M140i Hot Hatch? appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
Watches & Cars: Paul Newman Rolex 6241 (“couch Daytona”) sold for $191,000

Watches & Cars: Paul Newman Rolex 6241 (“couch Daytona”) sold for $191,000

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Watches & Cars: Paul Newman Rolex 6241 (“couch Daytona”) sold for $191,000 Paul Newman was part of a special group of guys, including Steve McQueen, James Garner and James Dean, celebrities and actors that were also racing drivers. As most car enthusiasts do, Paul Newman also loved... The article Watches & Cars: Paul Newman Rolex 6241 (“couch Daytona”) sold for $191,000 appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
How I Would Modify My BMW M3 – What Mods To Pick

How I Would Modify My BMW M3 – What Mods To Pick

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How I Would Modify My BMW M3 – What Mods To Pick The F80-generation BMW M3 is still one of the most hotly modified cars on the planet. Not only is it just an incredibly popular sports car but it’s also shockingly easy to modify. Whether you’re... The article How I Would Modify My BMW M3 – What Mods To Pick appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
The BMW M2 CS is Likely the Best Driving BMW on Sale

The BMW M2 CS is Likely the Best Driving BMW on Sale

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The BMW M2 CS is Likely the Best Driving BMW on Sale That title is equal parts obvious and shocking. It’s obvious in the sense that the M2 is always regarded as the best BMW, so the best version of the M2 is obviously the best driving... The article The BMW M2 CS is Likely the Best Driving BMW on Sale appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
BMW iDrive Controller On its Way Out — Time to go Full Touchscreen?

BMW iDrive Controller On its Way Out — Time to go Full Touchscreen?

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BMW iDrive Controller On its Way Out — Time to go Full Touchscreen? Just yesterday, we saw some spy photos of the upcoming BMW 2 Series Active Tourer, a car that most BMW fans are quick to dismiss. However, those spy photos gave us some interesting new information... The article BMW iDrive Controller On its Way Out — Time to go Full Touchscreen? appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
Video: MINI Cooper SE undergoes the dreaded Moose test

Video: MINI Cooper SE undergoes the dreaded Moose test

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Video: MINI Cooper SE undergoes the dreaded Moose test If there’s something we’ve established about the new MINI Cooper SE is its fun factor. The addition of the electric powertrain to that compact car turned it into a zippy model, despite the added weight.... The article Video: MINI Cooper SE undergoes the dreaded Moose test appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
1988 BMW E30 M3 EVO II going under the hammer with no reserve

1988 BMW E30 M3 EVO II going under the hammer with no reserve

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1988 BMW E30 M3 EVO II going under the hammer with no reserve Auctions might seem like one of the trickiest venues to organize during these troubling times, mainly because they usually involve several people sitting in a room, trying to outbid each other. Well, thanks to the... The article 1988 BMW E30 M3 EVO II going under the hammer with no reserve appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
BMW and Ford compatible EV chargers will be included in Apple Maps

BMW and Ford compatible EV chargers will be included in Apple Maps

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BMW and Ford compatible EV chargers will be included in Apple Maps Yesterday was a big day for Apple fans. The company held its yearly developer conference and made some very interesting announcements. Apart from the fact that you’ll be able to use your iPhone as a... The article BMW and Ford compatible EV chargers will be included in Apple Maps appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
2021 BMW M5 Facelift in Aventurine Red – Real Life Photos

2021 BMW M5 Facelift in Aventurine Red – Real Life Photos

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2021 BMW M5 Facelift in Aventurine Red – Real Life Photos Courtesy of our sister-magazine Bimmertoday we bring you the first real life photos of the recently unveiled 2021 BMW M5 Facelift. In the paddock parking lot of the Sachsenring race track we see the BMW... The article 2021 BMW M5 Facelift in Aventurine Red – Real Life Photos appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
LEAKED: The upcoming BMW M5 CS with 650 horsepower

LEAKED: The upcoming BMW M5 CS with 650 horsepower

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LEAKED: The upcoming BMW M5 CS with 650 horsepower A new leak started to make its rounds on Instagram a few days ago. This time, it was the unreleased BMW M5 CS which is supposedly coming later this year. The video footage seemed to... The article LEAKED: The upcoming BMW M5 CS with 650 horsepower appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
URBAN-X by MINI Accelerates Urban Tech Startups for City Life Solutions

URBAN-X by MINI Accelerates Urban Tech Startups for City Life Solutions

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URBAN-X by MINI Accelerates Urban Tech Startups for City Life Solutions As we progress forward into these extremely fascinating times, the automotive industry must adapt to survive. Personal mobility isn’t exactly what it used to be and it’s becoming far more reaching than simply owning cars.... The article URBAN-X by MINI Accelerates Urban Tech Startups for City Life Solutions appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
Apple announces CarKey, coming to BMW cars

Apple announces CarKey, coming to BMW cars

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Apple announces CarKey, coming to BMW cars Apple today announced CarKey, a way to wirelessly unlock your car with your iPhone. The 2021 BMW 5 Series Facelift is the first car to get the Apple CarKey. The process is quite simple, as... The article Apple announces CarKey, coming to BMW cars appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
New photos of the 2021 BMW M2 CS in Misano Blue

New photos of the 2021 BMW M2 CS in Misano Blue

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New photos of the 2021 BMW M2 CS in Misano Blue Fresh from Sachsenring we bring you some new photos of the BMW M2 CS. The limited edition sportscar is the new crown jewel at the M Division and according to the early driving impressions, it’s... The article New photos of the 2021 BMW M2 CS in Misano Blue appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
BMW 8 Series Golden Thunder Edition comes in September 2020

BMW 8 Series Golden Thunder Edition comes in September 2020

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BMW 8 Series Golden Thunder Edition comes in September 2020 BMW announces a new special edition BMW 8 Series coming September 2020. The BMW 8 Series Golden Thunder Edition will be available in all three body variants, from the BMW 840i and the BMW 840d... The article BMW 8 Series Golden Thunder Edition comes in September 2020 appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
BMW X3 M Competition vs Alfa Romo Stelvio Quadrifoglio

BMW X3 M Competition vs Alfa Romo Stelvio Quadrifoglio

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BMW X3 M Competition vs Alfa Romo Stelvio Quadrifoglio When the BMW X3 M Competition first debuted, our main question was whether or not it could take on the Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio. The Alfa is the most fun, thrilling and absurd (in the... The article BMW X3 M Competition vs Alfa Romo Stelvio Quadrifoglio appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source
BMW M2 CS – Top 10 Things To Know

BMW M2 CS – Top 10 Things To Know

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BMW M2 CS – Top 10 Things To Know The world of the BMW M2 has been one of the great BMW M success stories over the last decennium. Since we saw the first M2 Coupe dressed in Long Beach Blue at the Detroit... The article BMW M2 CS – Top 10 Things To Know appeared first on BMW BLOG Go to Source