BMW confirms future plans to build FWD models

BMW, the Ultimate Driving Machine is all about rear wheel drive, with few models also with all-wheel drive mode. Looks like some of the future models are going to get also a front-wheel drive.

At the Annual Accounts Press Conference for 2010, Dr. Norbert Reithofer, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW said: …we will launch more MINI and BMW models and variants – also in the small car segment. This segment is expected to grow further. And we will take advantage of this opportunity. We are exploring the possibility of developing a joint architecture for the front and four-wheel drive systems of these cars.

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BMW M division introduces: BMW M Bike

The BMW M Bike is a spectacular combination of state-of-the-art technology and exclusive design. This special limited edition bike will be available in June 2010 at select BMW dealers and online at www.bmw-shop.com.

The BMW M Bike’s saddle is made from the highest quality leather with a red inlay. The built-in Shimano SLX gear system is light and sturdy. The Manitou Match suspension fork on the front wheel is incredibly durable and the disc brakes make for a clean stop.

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2011 BMW 5-Series Touring unveiled

New BMW 5-Series Touring has been unveiled ahead of its world debut at the Leipzig Motor Show. Don’t expect to see it at next month’s New York Auto Show as the touring version of the new 5-Series very likely won’t be sold in the States.

Basically it is the same car as the recently revealed 5-Series Sedan, with just tons of more space. The luggage compartment has a capacity of 560 litres. If desired, an increase in capacity to a maximum of 1,670 litres is guaranteed by 40 : 20 : 40 split folding rear seats.

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Hamann Tycoon Evo M based on BMW X6 M

HAMANN-Motorsport has unveiled details about their latest project called Tycoon Evo M, which will make its world debut next week at the Geneva Motor Show.

The Tycoon Evo M is based on the 555 hp BMW X6 M packing 670 horsepower and a very aggressive widebody kit that is made of light composite materials.

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2011 BMW M3 Competition Package available from this spring

BMW will be offering the Competition Package for the M3 Coupe and the M3 Sedan from this spring. New features for the M3 include a Engine start/stop system in standard in conjunction standard 6-speed manual transmission or with an optional dual clutch transmission.

Power comes from a 4.0 litre V8 that produces 420 bhp. The Competition Package features a suspension lowered by 10 mm and light alloy wheels in the size 9 x 19 inches at the front and Y-spoke design at the rear.

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2011 BMX X5 Facelift unveiled

Here are the first details about the facelifted X5, which will make its debut at the New York Auto Show in April.

Facelifted X5 features minor cosmetical changes like new bumpers(relocated fog lights on the front), new body-color accents, new wheels, and redesigned taillights.

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BMW announces pricing for 2011 BMW ALPINA B7 in North America

We already know that for some unknown reasons BMW won’t be building the M7, so the closest thing to an M7 from BMW is Alpina B7, which will go on sale in North America this spring.

This luxury high-performance sedan is not cheap. Pricing starts from $122,875 for the standard wheelbase model and $126,775 for the extended wheelbase model.

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625 hp G-Power Typhoon “Black Pearl” based on BMW X5(E70)

BMW tuner G-Power is turning 25 and is introducing an exclusive special model of the G-POWER X5 TYPHOON to the market called the “Black Pearl”. Based on the BMW X5(E70) it packs an impressive 625 hp and has a top speed of more than 300 km/h.

As the name already applies, this special edition is entirely black. Aggressive body kit features new rear and front skirts, side skirts, new hood with better ventilation and wider fenders.

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BMW announces refreshed 2011 3-Series Coupe and Convertible

Next generation 3-Series is expected to make its debut earliest this fall, before that BMW has released the final facelift of the current generation Coupe and Convertible.

The 2011 3 Series Coupe and Convertible models will go on sale in Spring 2010, and pricing will be announced closer to the on-sale date.

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2010 BMW 5-Series tuned by Racing Dynamics

New 2010 BMW 5-Series sales around the world will start in March. Even though first cars haven’t arrived at dealerships yet, some tuners are already introducing their packages for this new luxury sedan.

German tuner Racing Dynamics has announced two performance packages for the new 5er. First one is called R50S and is for the powerful 550i. Power on the V8 twin-turbo engine is increased from 407 horsepower to an incredible 620 horsepower. That’s more than the new M5 is expected to pack.
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Detroit preview: BMW ActiveE Concept

Next month’s Detroit Auto Show is proably the greenest one ever, with plenty of electric conceps from almost every automaker. BMW is bringing a new concept called ActiveE that is based on the 1-Series Coupe.

The BMW ActiveE Concept is the second EV to come from the company’s project i, following the all electric MINI E, which is already on the road(limited units and leased to chosen customers).

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Detroit preview: 2011 BMW Z4 sDrive35is (Video)

Next month at the Detroit International Auto Show, BMW will show the public top of the range 2011 BMW Z4 sDrive35is. This is the closest thing to a Z4 M, unfortunately for Bimmer fans there won’t be a true M version of the new Z4 as it was with the previous one, all you can do is get the M Sport Package from spring 2010.

The Z4 sDriveis packs 335 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque 1,500 rpm to 4,500 rpm. With the Overboost function torque is increased by another 37 lb-ft. This temporary torque peak of 369 lb-ft gives the car a significant increase in acceleration.

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AC Schnitzer BMW 123d police package

“Only serious, safe tuning will bring the hoped-for driving pleasure!” Under this motto, the Association of German Car Tuners (VDAT) every year launches a special concept car.

This year’s car is a BMW 123d Coupe that has been modified by AC Schnitzer. 204 horsepower twin-turbo 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel is tuned to 241 horsepower.

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2010 BMW 5-Series (Video and Photos)

New 5-Series(F10) is here in its full glory, replacing the current E60, that has been on the market since 2003. Compared to the current model it is longer and also more elegant, though still keeping part of the aggressiveness that the E60 introduced.

New 5er sedan will be offered first with one eight-cylinder and three six-cylinder petrol engines. Diesel engines are two you can choose from. Sometimes during the 2010 summer a direct injection four-cylinder turbodiesel will be offered as well.

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Video: 2010 BMW M3 GTS on the track

Last week BMW M-Divison unveiled the track oriented M3 GTS. This hardcore Bimmer has 450 horsepower from a naturally aspirated 4.4-liter V8, making it just as powerful as the Porsche 911 GT3 RS.

It is stripped to the essentials, weighing just 1490 kg (190 kg less than the stock M3 Coupe). All you can find inside is roll cage, bucket seats, emergency cut-off switch, and fire extinguisher.

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