BMW Vision Connected Drive Concept

BMW says the design and technology of its two-seat Vision ConnectedDrive concept roadster are aimed at making the vehicle an integral part of a networked world. It is, perhaps, the ultimate social networking machine.
With the long hood of a classic sports car and a competition-style windscreen, the Vision ConnectedDrive looks muscular. BMW, however, makes no mention of the vehicle’s powertrain; the high-performance equipment featured here is electronic. Some of that electronic equipment is, in BMW parlance, layered, meaning that components perform more than one task. In that spirit, the headlights and taillights are integrated with sensors that monitor traffic and, rather archly, “the environment.”

The cabin is subdivided into three distinct areas by fiber-optic lighting. A heads-up display is said to fuse the actual view of the road ahead with virtual content. The co-pilot — that would be the front-seat passenger — can review a stream of data that, if deemed worthy of the driver’s attention, can be forwarded to the instrument panel.

BMW Vision

BMW Z4 Design at Geneva

That is actually what they call this car! BMW Z4 with new Equipment Package Pure Design Balance is on display at the Geneva Motor Show as we speak, as a further interpretation of the successful sporty roadster.


You might be struggling to realize what’s new on this car, and we can’t blame you. But it comes with Mineral White metallic, which is offered for the first time with the Z4 as part of the Design Pure Balance package. Alternatively you can go for other non-metallic and metallic exterior paint finishes.

This package is more about the interior. It’s been fitted with fitted with leather in the attractive new colour Cohiba Brown, with contrasting seams in Lotus White. The package is rounded off with additional black leather features featuring seams in Umbra, Fineline Anthracite wood and sports seats as standard.

You can order the new equipment package for the BMW Z4 form summer 2011. Pricing is TBA.

BMW Z4

2011 BMW M3 Review | Pictures | Specification

2011 BMW M3

The coupe is a 3-series that has undergone tuning by BMW M, the car maker's motorsport division. The latest model now equipped with a Competition Package as standard that improves on the current driving dynamics but more on that later.

2011 BMW M3

The 2011 BMW M3 is huge. Once you're settled inside, you feel as if your human presence is overshadowed, intimidated, especially with that innocuous M button staring at you. Still, the 2011 BMW M3 surprises because it is actually very easy to drive at city speeds and therefore, easy to live with on a daily basis.
I had no trouble cruising around tight HDB carparks, sometimes attracting a stare or two with the deep, rumbling V8 engine. A lightened steering wheel at low speed helped. The 2011 BMW M3 has a smooth, if somewhat rumbly, city drive even in Normal driving mode. I did without the Comfort mode, the third leg in the electronic damper control for the M3. The sports seats in front were cushy and yet provided ample lateral support, a reminder that these vehicles are still track cars.

2011 BMW M3

We liked the weighted steering that added a sharpness to the driving dynamics. Despite its track intentions, the suspension will be easy on your bones as it levels out road bumps that our engineers have forgotten about. A Comfort driving mode exists should there be a need to soften the handling further. Gear shifts were silky-smooth with the seven-speed dual-clutch transmission but when required, a touch of the accelerator will bring you up to speed.

Tuning 2010 BMW 1-Series Coupe

Tuning 2010 BMW 1-Series Coupe

Ever a mouth guard were placed before a BMW1 Series Coupe model it sure would be called the extreme tuning turnout ever. The particular item in context is one where the tuners have done a job that would be classified not only as one ready to take a punch but deliver one in return as well, given the external modifications that have been carried out upon the unit as well as the upgrade to engine that has been undertaken.
The tuning company Senkyr Motorsports have taken the E82 1-Series Coupe chassis and added to it the styling of the package that had been made for the E92 Me GRTR. The front bumper is indeed super aggressive having quad canards, wide front fenders, and a front mount intercooler. The headlamps are also new as are the exterior mirrors. The wheels are BBS Motorsport Race wheels measuring 18 × 10 in the front and 18 × 12 in the rear. The rear bumper has a huge wing and yet it does not match in size with the front one.

2012 BMW 1-Series Coupe and Convertible Updates

2012 BMW 1-Series Coupe

The regular 2012 model year 1-Series Coupe and Convertible models have finally being unveiled following the presentation of BMW 1-Series M Coupe recently. The models which have been updated have received no major mechanical makeovers. The 135i received the N55 twin-scroll turbo engine in spring 2010. BMW has given more importance to subtle design and improved aerodynamics of the car including refinements to various controls of the car. A new set of exterior paint colors, and upgraded upholstery and interior trim are also on offer from BMW.
They have kept the new exterior design short and crisp. The headlights have been modified and rear lights have been equipped with LED strips. A new set of design has been introduced to the 17-inch alloy and 18-inch alloy wheels and two new paint finishes has been introduced, namely Vermilion Red and Marrakesh Brown.

BMW 335d Review

2010 BMW 335d

2010 BMW 335d. Here is an excerpt from their review:

“Having now spent 12 months behind the wheel, I have found the 335d to be a unique offering, one that combines certain traits that typically aren’t found all in the same vehicle. These are sports car-like acceleration and handling, superb fuel economy, excellent ergonomics and passenger comfort, and Teutonic attention to detail.

The 425 pound-feet of torque propel the car forward like a rocket ship; indeed, there’s simply no other way to describe the feeling of the raw power this car has. It handles as if it’s on rails, whether at 250 km/h (155 mph) on the Autobahn or at a slower tempo on a winding mountain road.

Fuel economy has been exemplary. For highway driving, the car has consistently averaged 6.2 l/100 km (37.9 mpg). As contributing editor Paul Riegler noted on an 800 km (498 mile) drive from New York to Washington and back, “No need to stop for refueling.”

BMW Remote – Talk to your car

BMW Remote

Ah, heated car seats, I would be lying if I said I didn’t find them an incredible luxury, okay, a necessity. Dual climate control has prevented many an argument. DVD players, satellite radio, lets face it, in some cases your car can be even more entertaining, comfortable and inviting than your living room.
Enter My BMW Remote, available this year for new 5 and 7 series BMW vehicles. It is just the thing you want to have just in case you ever wanted to preset the interior temperature of your car, while you were say, having your creme brulee and coffee, or maybe in your haste to get to Nordstrom’s half yearly sale, you forgot where you parked? Now, with your iPhone and this free app, you can preheat or cool your car, track it down via GPS, or just activate your car’s horn and headlights and let it signal you to come on over.

2012 BMW 6 Series Convertible

2012 BMW 6 Series Convertible

The 2012 BMW 650i Convertible is smoother and less polarizing than the car it replaces. BMW is no doubt hoping the new design will help renew interest in the car, as the present 6 Series coupe and convertible have sold just 2348 units through November of this year, down from 3346 cars during the same period in 2009. You can draw your own conclusions about what’s caused the car’s low sales but if you think styling might be to blame, let’s compare the two cars.

Still an imposing car, the 2012 BMW 6 Series has pulled-back headlights without the thick “headlight eyelashes” of the 2010 car. The trademark BMW grille is large and vertically positioned, lending the car more of an executive look.

2011 BMW 5-Series - Photo Gallery

2011 BMW 5-Series

2011 BMW 5-Series

2011 BMW 5-Series

The new 2011 BMW 5-Series competes most directly with the Jaguar XF and Infiniti M.

Both models are all-new for 2011.

The new M—offered in M37 and M56 models—has improved handling and real backseat room this time around, plus a gorgeous interior.

The Jaguar XF remains one of our editors' favorites, offering a great blend of capable handling and performance, combined with a smart, classy feel and excellent interior comfort.

Meanwhile, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class was redesigned for 2010, with a thoroughly upgraded interior and quicker steering; it is still offered in a hot E63 AMG version.

Additionally, the new Audi A6 that's on the way for 2011 promises to be more of a performance car, along the lines of the latest A4, and it will pose a more direct threat to the 5-Series.

2011 BMW X3 Pricing Released

• 2011 BMW X3

BMW has disclosed that its newly introduced X3, which marked the second generation of the vehicle since it was introduced in 2004, has been enhanced with new technology capable of establishing new benchmarks for agility, efficiency and comfort in its segment.

BMW said the design of the new X3 conveys elegance, agility and ruggedness, noting that the forward-slanting BMW kidney grille and large headlight assembly combine with a powerful-looking front apron and hood boasting six contour lines sweeping down to meet at the kidney grill, giving the X3 a bold presence, while the twin round headlights combined with the round fog lamps form the triangular light pattern that is characteristic of BMW SAV design.

The automaker said the upper edge of the headlight assembly sports an accentuating chrome trim, creating the focused design typical of BMW vehicles, while its signature ‘Corona Rings’ are again illuminated to function as the daytime running lights, adding that when equipped with the optional Xenon headlights, the Corona Rings and daytime running lights are illuminated by bright white LEDs.

“The profile of the new X3 is also characterised by a unique interpretation of typical BMW X design features. Powerfully flared wheel arches and the short front and rear overhangs emphasize the robust character of a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle. The dynamic appearance of the silhouette is accentuated by three characteristic lines. The new BMW X3’s brand-typical upper contour line at door handle level rises steeply at first within the front wheel arch area, then flows gently to the rear. Two additional subtle lines follow this contour line above the wheel arches.

1980 BMW M1 Supercar: Yours For $250,000

BMW, a brand that prides itself on building the ultimate driving machine, doesn’t have a genuine supercar in its lineup. But this was not always the case because back in 1978 BMW launched its very own supercar. It was the mid-engined M1 homologation special, a car that made its debut more than 30 years ago at the 64th Paris Auto Show and went on to sell in several different variants until it was discontinued just three years later.

The M1’s body was based on a 1972 BMW concept car but was penned by Italian design house Giugiaro Italdesign and developed by BMW Motorsport with the help of Lamborghini. At the time of its launch, it was one of the fastest and most dynamic cars on the market. It featured a 277 horsepower 3.5-liter straight-six engine and could reach speeds in excess of 160 mph. The car's smooth six-cylinder revved freely to a 7,000 rpm cut-off and was capable of accelerating the M1 from 0-62 mph in 5.6 seconds.

BMW M5 N635S 5.8 Hans Nowack Edition

2010 MWDesign BMW Z4 E89 Slingshot Official Revealed

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Inspiration for car themes often comes from random thoughts or from influences in our daily lives. These themes can be developed from something as basic as a single color or from something as complex as an abstract feeling provoked by an image or words but in this case was developed from a sport we are also passionate about; golf.

Like vehicle tuning and customization, golf is a highly technical sport, which requires top tier engineering and design of its precision equipment to enhance performance.

2011 BMW 5-Series pictures

2011 BMW 5-Series

2011 BMW 5-Series Sold Out Worldwide

2011 BMW 5-Series
the BMW brand new 5 Series sedan and its sold out in both Europe and in the US market. This is barely a month after its sales started in Europe and it was even faster in US where it went in a week, that the F10 were all sold. There is a waiting period of three to four months now for further deliveries.

BMW’s sales head, Ian Robertson mentioned at a conference in Bilbao , Spain that they had anticipated this sort of sales due to the fact that the 5 series has been BMW’s core object always. He also added that they expected by the end of the entire sales business they would be able to lap up about 15 to 17 percent of the market share.

Analysts attribute this massive crave for this 5 series models from BMW to its less divisive styling. This was stated by Georg Stuerze from Unicredit in Munich. He felt that the car held a stark resemblance to the extent of 70 percent with the flagship of BNMW the 7 series.

BMW M3 Frozen Gray Coupe

BMW has announced a special edition of its all-conquering M3 coupe, specifically for the American market. Called the Frozen Gray edition, the special M3 features a unique Space Gray matte finish with special clear coat, Novillo red leather interior and comes equipped with the Competition Package as standard. The 414-horsepower, 4-liter V8 carries over from the "base" M3, coupled to either a six-speed manual or dual-clutch transmission. Only 30 examples will be on offer, each fetching a $77,600 list price.

BMW's Next-Generation M6 Gets Snapped

2010 has been the development of the upcoming 2012(?) BMW M5.
From spy photos to information, it seems as though there is a story about the M5 every waking moment.

But now it looks like it is going to have some competition by way of the upcoming M6.

The heavily camouflaged mule was spotted roaming about sporting the obvious M signs: massive brakes and quad exhaust.

Although the writer of this post seems to imply we could be getting a look at the first shots of the 6-Series hard-top convertible, don't be fooled. Take a look at the B-pillars closely. You can see that they are quite large and even have an interior lining. Sorry to burst the bubble, ladies and gentlemen.

And, before you run to look at the shots I think it would be wise to advise any enthusiasts expecting upwards of 600-horsepower to pump the brakes. BMW has put out products with less power than the competition and I would not be surprised to see them do it again.

For example, the E92 M3 was said to have upwards of 450-horsepower yet look what we wound up getting. But knowing BMW, the sky's the limit...


We bring you the world's first peek at the upcoming F12 M6 coupe (or perhaps hardtop convertible)! The telltale sign here are the quad exhausts, huge brakes, and cross-drilled rotors. This prototype wears camoflage body panels and the front bumper is that from the standard F12/F13 6-series that we've seen. However, the wheels appear to be upgraded 19" versions with some beautiful high concavity.

2011 BMW 5-Series xDrive Pricing Announced

BMW released the xDrive all-wheel-drive version of the 2011 5-series sedan based on the six-cylinder 535i and eight-cylinder 550i models. The 2011 535i and 550i xDrive Sedans start from $52,775 and $62,875, respectively which is $2300 more than what you pay for the RWD equivalent. So unless you live somewhere with frozen lakes for roads you better save the $2300 and get a normal 5er!

2011 BMW 335i Coupe Sleek and powerful, the 3 series keeps justifying its price

Crimson red with a cream beige interior, the subject of this weekend's road test turned heads and induced smiles.

"Now that is one that I would spend my own money for," said our younger-generation parking garage attendant/car buff as he broke into a wide smile. That was not an insignificant comment since he sees virtually all of the test vehicles.

"That is one pretty car," said the man fueling up his SUV next to the BMW here in Damascus.

And so it was throughout the week. Somewhat amazing actually, in that the basic design of the 3-series BMW hasn't changed much in recent times.

In fact the major change in the 2011 model is not visible until you open the hood and see the new turbocharged 3.0 liter six. It develops 300 horsepower at 5,800 rpm with peak torque of 300 lb-ft from 1,200 to 5,000 rpm with a 7,000 rpm red line. Our test car was EPA rated at 19-25 mpg of premium petrol. I got 22 mpg.

BMW claims that the new engine burns cleaner, and produces better gas mileage than the previous turbo six. And it is about 150 pounds lighter; no bad thing since reducing automobile weight is the top goal of designers these days in order to improve gas mileage while enhancing performance.

The maker quotes a zero to 60 time with the 6-speed manual of 5.3 seconds and I have no quibble. There is no real "get acquainted" time needed with this smooth gearbox and lightweight clutch. You become just about instant friends.

Top speed is 130 miles per hour, and that increases to 150 if you check the optional sport package.

2011 BMW Frozen Gray M3 Coupe Limited Edition

To celebrate the 25th year of the ultra-popular M3, BMW just announced a new limited edition version of the race-bred sports car for the United States. The 2011 Frozen Gray M3 Coupe is very limited, actually, with only 30 of them being made. So what’s so special about this edition?

Well, the “Frozen Gray” in the name probably gave away that it’s an exclusive color. Come on BMW, you get free reign on any color in the palette and you choose gray for the special edition? According to them it’s no ordinary gray; Frozen Gray is a “special matte-gray paint with a deep metallic luster to further accentuate the athletic lines of the legendary M3. To achieve this luster, a special BMW ColorSystem silk matte clear coat is applied over the Space Gray Metallic base coat.” Sounds fancy. But still…gray? Inside, lucky buyers of limited M3 get a unique Fox Red / Black bi-color Novillo leather interior with carbon leather trim.