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.
Is Black Sapphire Metallic the Best Color for the BMW XM?

Is Black Sapphire Metallic the Best Color for the BMW XM?

The BMW XM is probably the most controversial looking Bimmer since the E65 7 Series and potentially even more controversial looking than that. It’s an incredibly unique looking car in the BMW lineup, without any…

Here's How Expensive the BMW M3 CS Can Get

Here’s How Expensive the BMW M3 CS Can Get

It’s no surprise that the BMW M3 CS is expensive. All ‘CS’ models have had eyebrow-raising price tags. The only one that seemed sensible was the BMW M5 CS, whose sticker price was not only…

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2024 BMW M2 Showcased in Brooklyn Grey

This new-generation of BMW M2 is going to be an exciting car to drive. With big power, M3-derived suspension bits, and a manual transmission option, the M2 is likely going to be a riot. However,…

Why Don't BMW Electric Vehicles Have Frunks Anymore?

Why Don’t BMW Electric Vehicles Have Frunks Anymore?

There’s really nothing new about frunks. The idea of have a ‘front trunk’ began as soon as automakers started putting engines in the rear. Then, when engines moved to the middle—in mid-engine supercars like the…