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BMW 5 Series Hybrid available early 2011

At the previously mentioned BMW shareholders meeting in Munich, Dr. Norbert Reithofer, BMW’s CEO, confirmed that the BMW 5 Series ActiveHybrid has been greenlighted for production and first models will hit the market in early…

BMW's Energy and Environmental Test Center

BMW’s Energy and Environmental Test Center

A car must hold out against all climatic conditions. Whether in rain or snow, hot or cold weather, or varying air pressure, all vehicles’ systems must function at their best. Rain must not inhibit full…

BMW X1 sales exceeded expectations – 36,000 units sold

Last year, BMW introduced their latest addition to the X-family: BMW X1. The new Sports Activity Vehicle replaced the X3 as the entry-level model in the premium mid-compact SUV segment. Launched initially in Europe,, the…

BMW S 1000 RR voted “Best sports motorcycle”

Katarina Witt’s Instinct for Ice and Snow

Press Release: Sun, rain, ice and snow “at the push of a button” – all climate zones of the world in one building in northern Munich. This piques curiosity and provides for optimal conditions for…

First Drive: 2011 BMW ALPINA B7

First Drive: 2011 BMW ALPINA B7

Absolutely, this is one of the finest cars ALPINA has ever made. Based upon the new F01 7 Series sedan, ALPINA GmbH takes details into their own hands, producing a unique, focused and exclusive performance…

Preview: MINI Countryman

Press Release: With the addition of the MINI Countryman as the fourth variant in its model family, MINI is taking the inimitable MINI feeling into a new dimension. The MINI Countryman crossover bridges the gap between…

First Drive: 2011 BMW 740Li

First Drive: 2011 BMW 740Li

Inline-6 Power is Welcomed to the Continent For many years, North American’s only power option for BMW’s 7 series was indulgence. Powerful eight and 12 cylinder engines were on the menu, and if you wanted…

Editorial: What is a BMW Supercar?

Editorial: What is a BMW Supercar?

It may seem like a silly question – especially to enthusiasts – but there has only been one true BMW supercar in the entire history of the company. Yes, they’ve produced sports cars and GT…