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BMW to recall another 116,000 older 3 Series models for faulty airbags

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BMW to recall another 116,000 older 3 Series models for faulty airbags It seems like the Takata airbag scandal won’t come to an end anytime soon. Millions of cars have already been recalled around the world to have their airbags changed over the last several years and yet it looks like a new case is discovered every other month. This week BMW announced plans to recall over 116,000 older 3 Series models to have their airbags replaced, as they could potentially be dangerous in case they are deployed. The announcement came on Wednesday and says E46 3 Series models built between 1999 and 2001 are the ones that will have to come in. At least, the ones that are still running and on public roads in the US, that is. According to the Germans, about 8,000 of them definitely have faulty inflators ...

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SPIED: BMW 6 Series GT Facelift will keep normal sized grille

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SPIED: BMW 6 Series GT Facelift will keep normal sized grille A couple of years ago, I tested the then-new BMW 6 Series GT. It was a car that, objectively speaking, perfectly fit the needs of its clientele. I found it to be comfortable, incredibly quiet and effortlessly smooth, while also having surprising practicality. Subjectively, I didn’t like it at all but that’s only because it doesn’t fit my personal taste and not because it’s a bad car. To be honest, most of my dislike came from the way it looked. Hopefully, that changes a bit with the new facelift that was seen testing in camouflage. (We don’t own the spy photos but see them at the clicky-link) A facelift won’t fix all of the visual issues with the 6 Series GT, such as its frumpy hunchback. However, it will get a new face, whic...

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BMW M135i vs Mercedes-AMG A45 S — Car Mag Hot Hatch Battle

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BMW M135i vs Mercedes-AMG A45 S — Car Mag Hot Hatch Battle It might come as a shock to a lot of BMW enthusiasts but the new M135i is actually a good driver’s car. It might not be the purist’s first choice but it’s a much better driving car than most BMW enthusiasts will ever give it credit for. However, is it a good enough first attempt to take on the might Mercedes-AMG A45 S? In this new comparison test from Car Magazine, we see what happens when these two cars take each other on. The BMW M135i is actually a surprisingly great driving car, according to Car Mag. Its steering is said to be razor sharp, its chassis is unflappable and its performance is far more than potent enough. Sure, it’s not the classic BMW recipe of pure steering and tail-happy goodness but if you can’t appreciate a ...

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2020 Porsche Taycan – CRASH TEST

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http://youtu.be/2hofHSVX7UY Euro NCAP performs a series of crash and safety tests on car models: - a frontal impact test, the car impacts a rigid barrier - an offset frontal impact test, 40% of the width of the car is striking a deformable barrier - a pole test, the tested car is propelled sideways into a rigid pole - a side impact test, a mobile deformable barrier impacts the driver's door. A series of pedestrian tests are conducted with different impactors, adult and child head form, lower and upper leg form and whiplash tests are performed on a sled. Active safety is tested based on the car’s equipment: autonomous emergency braking systems (car to car, with a pedestrian and a cyclist target), lane support and speed assist technologies and seatbelt reminders. ADULT OCCUPANT CommentsThe...

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Dahler X3 M and X4 M Models unveiled with 610 HP

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Dahler X3 M and X4 M Models unveiled with 610 HP Swiss tuner Dahler is the latest big name in the industry to sign off on a tuning kit for the new BMW X3 M and X4 M models. The company announced quite an extensive setup for the two new SUVs and the end results show the traditional look for a Dahler-tuned product. The biggest change comes in the performance department and takes the power output of the 3-liter S58 engine under the hood to new heights. Unveiled under the ‘Dahler Competition Line’ motto, the BMW X3 M and the mechanically identical BMW X4 M are now capable of delivering 610 HP to the wheels along with 760 Nm (575 lb-ft) of torque. This is just Stage 1 according to the tuner, which is apparently working on a Stage 2 upgrade as well. The best part about this power bump is that...

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BMW i8 Roadster LimeLight Edition – Stunning Custom Work

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BMW i8 Roadster LimeLight Edition – Stunning Custom Work BMW Italia and Alcantara S.p.A are bringing to life a flashy and edgy BMW i8 Roadster under the LimeLight Edition badge. The one-off model stands out not only with its bright color but also with a custom interior design. The seats, dashboard, door panels and steering wheel are all upholstered in Alcantara, in black combined with accents in the glowing exterior color. The seats are without a doubt our favorite. They feature yellow contrast stitching as well as a yellow inner section with patterns immortalized by laser in the material are reminiscent of the BMW logo. Of course, the BMW i8 Roadster LimeLight Edition comes with a carbon fiber trim as well, paired with blue ambient lighting and i8 LimeLight Edition inscriptions. Of co...

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BMWBLOG Podcast Episode 8 — 3 Series vs Alfa Romeo Guilia and the Tesla Cybertruck

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BMWBLOG Podcast Episode 8 — 3 Series vs Alfa Romeo Guilia and the Tesla Cybertruck It’s that time again, folks. Episode 8 of our BMWBLOG Podcast is now live and it’s an interesting one. While we don’t have any guests for you this week, we do have some interesting topics. In this latest episode, I tackle two different topics that polarized our readers almost all of last week. For starters, I talk about the BMW 3 Series versus the Alfa Romeo Giulia and I finish it up with some talk about the Tesla Cybertruck. As for the former, I talk about the fact that Alfa Romeo recently gave its Giulia a facelift, which includes mostly new interior bits. However, those interior bits seem to really elevate the cabin of the Giulia and fix the biggest of its issues. So I talk about how that could really ...

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BMW M Product Manager claims Batteries are too Heavy for EV M cars

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BMW M Product Manager claims Batteries are too Heavy for EV M cars We’ve talked to several BMW M execs about EV performance cars over the years and the answer always seems to be the same: they’ll make one when the tech is ready. However, rarely to they ever give specifics. Sure, we can figure out what they mean on our own, as it’s not that hard to understand the range, weight and cost limitations of EVs. It is nice to get a specific, concrete answer, through. In this new interview with Australian publication CarsGuide, BMW M Product Manager Carsten Pries said that weight is the specific reason why the M Division has yet to jump into the electrified pool. “Today, BEVs carry a lot of weight with them, therefore the technology would be more appropriate if the weight of the batteries came d...

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Video: Behind the scenes of the BMW M Dream Team in Japan

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Video: Behind the scenes of the BMW M Dream Team in Japan A couple of weeks ago BMW Motorsport traveled to Japan to take part in a race in the DTM x SUPER GT series. The team going over to Fuji included some iconic names, making sure the BMW M4 DTM was on good hands. This roster of amazing drivers was given the ‘Dream Team’ moniker, a rather fitting description. The guys also delivered, finishing second on a track they never raced on before. Today we’re going behind the scenes, to see how everything was made possible by the incredible team that supported the drivers in their endeavors. BMW Team Schnitzer had to take care of everything and after finishing up in Japan they had to fly to South Africa to take part in yet another amazing event, this time with the BMW M6 GT3. As for the Fuji ...

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EXCLUSIVE: BMW USA to offer Apple CarPlay at no-cost

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EXCLUSIVE: BMW USA to offer Apple CarPlay at no-cost After careful consideration and much thought, BMW of North America has decided to not charge a subscription for Apple Car. Therefore, the Apple CarPlay is now free for BMW owners. CarPlay takes the things that you want to do with your iPhone while driving and puts them on your car’s built-in display. When you connect your iPhone to CarPlay, you can get turn-by-turn directions, make calls, send and receive messages, listen to music, and more. How did this strategic change of direction come about? “BMW is always looking to satisfy our customers’ needs and this policy change is intended to provide BMW owners with a better ownership experience,” a BMW of North America spokesperson said in an email. A few months ago, BMW announced that sta...

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Could this BMW E46 M3 be the one for you at $28,000?

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Could this BMW E46 M3 be the one for you at $28,000? As you might very well know prices for older BMW M3 models are going through the roof right now. The first one to start this madness was the BMW E30 M3 which can’t really be found in good condition today without a six-figure price tag. Then came the turn of the E36 M3, which might not be six-figure money but still more expensive than it should be nowadays, and now it seems like prices for mint BMW E46 M3 models are starting to swell up. That’s why I think this particular car, which is currently on sale, might be of interest. Available on Classic Cars, the car seems to be in really good condition and well looked after. The odometer has only 34,000 miles on it which is great if you’re buying this car to actually enjoy it, not as an inve...

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Photo Gallery: Rolls-Royce Phantom gets SPOFEC treatment

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Photo Gallery: Rolls-Royce Phantom gets SPOFEC treatment Even though we’d like to think Rolls-Royce models don’t get tuned all that often – and I think they shouldn’t be – the cold facts say otherwise. Just check the Instagram pages of various artists and you’ll soon learn a lot about what can be done on a Rolls-Royce and how you can ‘make it your own’. At this point, I may be alone in thinking that a Phantom, for example, should be customized by Rolls-Royce before it leaves Goodwood. In case you want to buy a Phantom and think the customization options from Rolls-Royce are simply not enough for your peculiar taste, there are choices on the market out there. The newest was launched by SPOFEC, a company known for catering to the taste of the richest people on the planet. The Germans unve...

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Part-Sharing between the BMW Z4 and Supra isn’t a bad thing… for BMW

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Part-Sharing between the BMW Z4 and Supra isn’t a bad thing… for BMW A lot of automotive journalists and enthusiasts have been making a big fuss about the part-sharing between the BMW Z4 and Toyota Supra. By now, you likely know that both cars are almost identical underneath the skin. Most of their parts are shared between the two cars, with really only tuning being different. While many enthusiasts find that to be a bad thing, and many journalists have been quite vocal about that, there are a few who are okay with it (myself included). In this new piece from Top Gear, we actually get to hear from the staffer that’s tasked with driving their long-term BMW Z4. According to the Z4’s keeper, its part-sharing with the Supra is of no concern. In fact, the new Z4 is probably the best-driving ...

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BMW ALPINA B7 Turbo/3 of the E28 series: A rare automotive gem

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BMW ALPINA B7 Turbo/3 of the E28 series: A rare automotive gem ALPINA, the long-standing partner of BMW, is widely popular for some of the most refined motoring masterpieces. Among them is the ALPINA B7 Turbo/3 model of the E28 5 Series generation. There were several ALPINA derived from the E28 5 Series. Amongst them, the B7 Turbo/3 variant occupies a special place. The B7 was the very last ALPINA model underpinned by the second generation of the 5 Series. It was produced between July 1985 and December 1987. It was also the most powerful of all four iterations that existed. The birth model used for the ALPINA B7 Turbo/3 was the 535i version. The engineers based in Buchloe fitted the B7/3 engine type (which also justifies the name of the car) on this special E28. So, don’t be fooled by ...

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Car Magazine speculates on the pricing of 2021 BMW M3

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Car Magazine speculates on the pricing of 2021 BMW M3 We are still more than a year away from the premiere of the new 2021 BMW M3 (G80), but important details are starting to come out. The high-performance sedan will be a revolution in all aspects. Styling wise, the new M3 will be a mix between the 3 Series and 4 Series, yet more aggressive than we’ve ever seen before. The signature front fascia will be derived from that of the G22 4 Series, which is bound for official premiere next summer. The front-end of the G80 M3 will feature the gargantuan nostrils seen on the BMW Concept 4 and a pair of slim and elongated headlights. The huge kidney grille will mark a complete shift in the BMW styling philosophy, aimed at making the new models more controversial and highly unique. As an exclusiv...

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VIDEO: How to efficiently drive your BMW plug-in hybrid vehicle

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VIDEO: How to efficiently drive your BMW plug-in hybrid vehicle Driving your BMW plug-in hybrid vehicle in an efficient manner means maximizing your traffic opportunities and getting the most out of the plug-in hybrid powertrain. BMW is currently expanding its portfolio of electrified models and by 2023, it will have 25 such cars in its lineup. Owning a BMW PHEV also means adapting to a more efficient driving style, if you plan to maximize the opportunity of the acquisition. If you have decided to buy a BMW plug-in hybrid, then you will need to stick to some golden rules after the purchase. In order to optimize your daily drive, make sure to pre-condition your car before you drive off, either in summer or winter. Tick the precondition option in the Climate menu of your BMW plug-in hybri...

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November 2019: BMW USA sales show strength – An increase of 10.2 percent

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November 2019: BMW USA sales show strength – An increase of 10.2 percent BMW sales totaled 31,213 vehicles in November 2019, an increase of 10.2 percent over the 28,330 vehicles sold in November 2018. Year-to-date, BMW sales in the U.S. are up 4.5 percent. November highlights include the seventh generation BMW 3 Series sedan (6,283 units), as well as the BMW X3 (5,948 units) and X5 (5,359 units) Sports Activity Vehicles. The BMW X7 Sports Activity Vehicle, which represents the pinnacle of BMW’s X model lineup and features range topping luxury with seating for up to seven, enjoyed its best month since its launch in March (2,614 units). “We enter the final month of 2019 in the midst of our annual ‘Road Home’ sales event with optimism for a strong year-end and a prosperous year ahead,” sai...

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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe Pricing announced for US Market

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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe Pricing announced for US Market While the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe might not be the most enthusiast-friendly car in the Bavarian lineup, it’s a car that’s important for the brand. Firstly, it’s better to drive than you might expect. Secondly, it’s a car that’s going to sell very well for BMW, thus making the brand a lot of money. Pricing for the US Market has just been released for both 2 Series Gran Coupe variants; the BMW 228i Gran Coupe and the BMW M235i Gran Coupe. For the entry-level model in the US, the 228i,pricing starts at $37,500, before $995 destination. As for the high-performance BMW M235i Gran Coupe, it starts life at $45,500 before a $995 destination fee. That pricing puts the 2 Series Gran Coupe right in line with cars like the Audi A3 and Mercedes...

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Video: BMW X7 M50d reviewed on Fifth Gear, divides team

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Video: BMW X7 M50d reviewed on Fifth Gear, divides team Reviews of the BMW X7 have been pretty positive so far. You’ll struggle to find one that’s as critical as the team test performed not long ago by the guys from Fifth Gear. Admittedly, even in their case this car was as polarizing as it gets, with one member of the team almost loving it and one simply hating it. Rarely have we have seen automotive journalists so divided, let alone ones that have been working together for decades now. In their review, the Fifth Gear team took the BMW X7 in M50d guise out for one of their usual “Team Test”. The format is simple: the entire team hops along and discusses the pros and cons of the car. From the get go, there was one team member who simply couldn’t stand the car: Johnny. From the looks to ...

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BMW X5 might be getting some company from the Genesis GV80

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BMW X5 might be getting some company from the Genesis GV80 It’s not a secret that Hyundai’s luxury sub-brand Genesis is working on a premium SUV to compete with the BMW X5. It’s been well-known for awhile now and it isn’t particularly surprising. Genesis has been on a role, lately, pumping out genuinely excellent cars that can compete with the best from Germany. In fact, some of its cars actually outperform some of Zee Germans, such as the Genesis G70, which is a superb premium sport sedan. Its upcoming Genesis GV80 will be a BMW X5 competitor when it debuts and some new spy photos have surfaced, showing off a handsome SUV with a nice interior. (We don’t own the photos but you can see them here) While many BMW fans are too snobbish to acknowledge Genesis a real competitor to BMW, it is....

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What’s the best non-M BMW 3 Series of all time?

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What’s the best non-M BMW 3 Series of all time? This new generation of 3 Series is an interesting one. More specifically, the BMW M340i is a very interesting in the history of the famous model line. The M340i is the fastest non-M 3er ever made and it’s even faster than most M3s of the past. In fact only a couple of exception M3s are faster, such as the F80 BMW M3 CS. So that got me thinking; is the BMW M340i the best non-m 3 Series of all time? If not, what is? Let’s take a look back at some of the best non-M 3 Series ever made, because there are actually quite a few excellent ones. So it’s hard to choose. E30 3 Series Let’s start with the E30-generation. The E30 is the darling of 3 Series history and it’s not just because of the M3. Each iteration of the E30 was fantastic but there we...

Dec32019 by adminNo Comments

BMW Motorrad unveils its most powerful boxer engine ever

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BMW Motorrad unveils its most powerful boxer engine ever BMW Motorrad has been threatening us with a new boxer engine for the better part of the year. But it seems like it was worth the wait. The Germans finally showed their latest creation last week and it doesn’t just look great, it also has pretty amazing specs. The Big Boxer, as BMW Motorrad calls it, is now out in full and the first pics make it look like it came straight from the Star Wars set. The first time the world caught a glimpse of it was at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, earlier this year, on the BMW Motorrad Concept R 18 model. After that, the same engine was used on two private builds, both of them unique in their own way. This time though, we are actually getting to see what hides beneath the metal. According to...

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Video: BMW M135i drag races Mercedes-AMG A35, shows consistent runs

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Video: BMW M135i drag races Mercedes-AMG A35, shows consistent runs It wasn’t long after the BMW M135i was launched that people published all sorts of comparisons against its main rivals. It’s understandable as this new 1 Series brings a serious host of changes to the brand’s approach to the hatchback segment. The 1 Series is now a more direct competitor for the likes of Mercedes-Benz’s A-Class and the Audi A3. Is that a good thing? Well, it depends. What’s pretty obvious though is that the BMW M135i is a bit faster than the Mercedes-AMG A35, its direct competitor from Stuttgart. We’ve seen the two cars go at it in a previous video as well and at that time, the result was the same. The two start with similar power outputs. The BMW M135i xDrive has a 2-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged engi...

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Have a look inside the BMW M340i xDrive First Edition

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Have a look inside the BMW M340i xDrive First Edition As for every new model, BMW has prepared a special edition for its M340i xDrive as well. The limited-run model bears the title BMW M340i xDrive First Edition and now, for the first time, we get to see what it looks like. The new M340i xDrive First Edition comes exclusively as an all-wheel drive variant as its badge signals. What’s more, it will be available in both Sedan and Touring guise. Each of the body versions will be produced in exactly 340 units. The M340i First Edition models is already available to order since November 2019. The styling composition of the new special edition M340i comprises an array of BMW Individual and M Sport customization options. For the exterior, you get the BMW Individual Frozen Dark Grey metallic pa...

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VIDEO: 2020 BMW X6 M looks pretty amazing with some chrome parts

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VIDEO: 2020 BMW X6 M looks pretty amazing with some chrome parts The new BMW X6 M is yet to hit dealerships, but the Internet has already been flooded by videos and photos featuring the high-performance SAC. The following video showcases an X6 M model destined for the US market (given the orange reflectors positioned on the front wheels arches). While the press photos and most of concerning launch information was centered around the BMW X6 M Competition model, thanks to this video we get to see more details of the standard X6M variant with 600 PS (592 hp). Compared to the Competition version, the pure X6 M is not an all high-gloss black affair, but still exudes muscularity and brute power. The big M grille has its frame finished in chrome as standard. Moreso, the side air vents feature...

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SPIED: Next-Gen BMW 2 Series Active Tourer Interior seen in new photos

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SPIED: Next-Gen BMW 2 Series Active Tourer Interior seen in new photos Learning about the new BMW 2 Series Active Tourer might not be the most exciting way to spend an evening. However, the fact that some new spy photos have surfaced, showing off the upcoming next-gen BMW 2 Series Active Tourer might actually be more interesting than you might think. That’s because thees photos show off its new interior, which might show an interesting new trend for BMW. (We don’t own the spy photos but see them here) First, though, let’s get the exterior out of the way. The current 2 Series Active Tourer isn’t exactly a beauty, so its not likely fans care too much about the way this new car looks. Still, there are some changes worth noting. For instance, front end gets slanty new headlights and some ma...

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BMW Abu Dhabi: New M340i xDrive with a BMW Individual touch

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BMW Abu Dhabi: New M340i xDrive with a BMW Individual touch The BMW Abu Dhabi dealer is widely known for its bossy and extravagant vehicle configurations. Today’s star of the show is the new BMW M340i xDrive featured in an eye-catching outfit. The Bavarian mid-sized sports sedan is pictured in the traditional, yet highly luxurious Sapphire Black metallic color. The car is sitting on the BMW Individual 19-inch alloy wheels with double-spoke style and high-gloss Silver reflex shade (code 771). The BMW Laser headlights, the blue M brake calipers and the Cerium Gray accents signal this is not just an “ordinary” 3 Series. Going inside, we find a special full-leather upholstery: the BMW Individual Merino Fjord Blue/Black. Thus, the black and blue theme of the exterior is evenly translated in...

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VIDEO: Becky Evans takes delivery of a Speed Yellow F80 BMW M3

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VIDEO: Becky Evans takes delivery of a Speed Yellow F80 BMW M3 There are countless videos on the dot-com-machine of social media influencers and YouTubers taking delivery of high-priced exotics. Usually, said influencers and YouTubers are barely old enough to legally drink in most countries, yet they take deliveries of McLarens and Aston Martins on a near-monthly basis. It’s become exhausting and it’s ruined the specialness of taking delivery of even a modestly cool car. So it’s nice to see when one of these videos actually features a special car that real people can actually aspire to afford. Such as the case in this video from Becky Evans (aka Queen B) who recently took delivery of a Speed Yellow F80 BMW M3. If you haven’t heard of Evans, she has quite the career. She a bit of a socia...

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Plant Dingolfing gets 400 million euros for BMW iNEXT

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Plant Dingolfing gets 400 million euros for BMW iNEXT BMW is accelerating its electrification pace. Come 2021, the BMW iNEXT will kick off in production at Dingolfing, on an all new assembly line that is worth EUR 400 million. Dingolfing plant, located in Lower Bavaria, will become a competence production center for electrified and autonomous vehicles starting with 2021. Through an investment estimated at 400 millions euros, the German constructor aims to completely modernize and upgrade the assembly line and process at the largest European production location. With this giant leap, BMW will be able to produce the right mix of battery electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid and internal combustion engine cars on a single assembly lines in a seamless and flexible process. Milan Nedeljkovic, m...

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Marco Wittmann gets a new company car – The BMW M8 Coupe

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Marco Wittmann gets a new company car – The BMW M8 Coupe BMW Motorsport driver Marco Wittmann can look forward to a new company car. The DTM Champion was invited by the BMW Welt in Munich to take ownership of a new BMW. This time, the champ decided to swap his Java Green BMW M4 Coupe for the all-new and more powerful BMW M8 Coupe. The M8 in question is painted in Alpine White and comes in the Competition guise which brings a series of upgrades over the standard car. For starters, there are a series of M Performance parts in carbon fiber which further enhance the sporty looks of the M8. There is a front splitter and side gills made of carbon fiber, along with the lip on the trunk and the diffuser. Other elements specific to the BMW M8 Competition are the high-gloss black accents seen th...