Nico DeMattia

Nico DeMattia is a Senior Editor at BMWBLOG. He’s a bigger fan of classic cars than new ones, especially BMWs and the quirkier the better. Cars that are weird, unusual or unwanted, those are the cars Nico likes. He also enjoys covering news from across the auto industry and performing test drives aboard new and old BMW cars. Throughout the years, Nico co-hosted a podcast featuring interviews with industry icons such as designer Chris Bangle. He started writing about cars in 2015 before joining BMWBLOG in 2016. Nico is also a News Editor for The Drive. Fun Facts: Nico is a massive NFL fan and has a love/hate relationship with the New York Giants. He's also a Marvel nerd.
BMW G80 M3 gets the HRE FF21 Tarmac wheels

BMW G80 M3 gets the HRE FF21 Tarmac wheels

A good set of wheels goes a long way to making any car look better. That’s especially true for the BMW M3, which isn’t the most beloved of all BMW designs. However, funky looks aside,…

VIDEO: Is the BMW M3 Touring Better Than the ALPINA B3 Touring?

Which Non-BMW Uses the B58 Engine Best?

Which Non-BMW Uses the B58 Engine Best?

BMW’s B58 engine is easily one of the best the brand has ever made. The 3.0-liter turbocharged straight-six first began life in the F30-generation BMW 340i sedan and has since become the main engine that…

REPORT: Alfa Romeo to Debut Electric BMW iX Rival in 2028

REPORT: Alfa Romeo to Debut Electric BMW iX Rival in 2028

Alfa Romeo CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato doesn’t seem to want to stop spilling the beans on the Italian brand’s plans for future EVs. After learning about Alfa’s upcoming 1,000 horsepower electric Giulia, now Imparato is saying…

VIDEO: This 520 HP BMW 545e is Proof Hybrids Can Be Cool

VIDEO: This 520 HP BMW 545e is Proof Hybrids Can Be Cool

Who says hybrids can’t be cool? With a combination of old-school internal combustion and new-school electrification, hybrids can offer the best of both worlds to many customers. Especially when you combine the electric motors with…