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BMW introduces its NEW 6 SERIES COUPÉ
The New BMW 6 series coupé is on sale on 15th October. The BMW’s latest Gran Tourer blends elegant design in a luxurious and dynamic package. Now in its third generation, the new BMW 6 Series Coupé takes the luxury 2+2 concept a step further by matching enhanced comfort and elegant design with sporting performance on a even higher level. The BMW 6 Series Coupé features a sweeping coupé roofline while the long bonnet, short over-hangs, set-back... [more]
BMW THE FIRST WITH NEW JAM-BUSTING TECHNOLOGY: REAL TIME TRAFFIC INFORMATION (RTTI)
Advanced traffic information system giving fast, accurate and reliable data about road conditions on their journeys are available to BMW drivers, the first in the world to benefit from these advantages. Real Time Traffic Information (RTTI) is an enhanced BMW ConnectedDrive feature designed to increase the comfort and peace of mind of BMW owners. The system is available on all new BMW models and comes at no additional cost when customers ord... [more]
Car manufacturers may have to cap sales to avoid CO2 fines
Many manufacturers are now closing in on both the overall industry target of 130g/km of CO2 and their own individual targets. However, some are still miles away and may have to cap sales to avoid unaffordable fines There are now seven manufacturers below the overall target figure of 130 g/km of CO2. However, each manufacturer has an individual target based on the average weight of its models. Hence the variance from its own target is far more ... [more]
BMW introduces two new Performance Edition models
Chosen by London 2012 as the Official Automotive Partner, BMW’s sustainability credentials will help London 2012 deliver a sustainable Games. As part of the partnership, BMW will supply a range of Efficient Dynamic diesel cars, hybrids and electric vehicles, achieving average CO2 emissions below the LOCOG target of 120g/km, as well as bicycles and motorcycles. The BMW London 2012 Performance Team will also benefit by being provided with vehicles ... [more]
BMW's new range sets a new benchmark for efficiency and driving pleasure
The new BMW 520d EfficientDynamics Saloon is approximately 10 per cent more fuel-efficient than the best its rivals can muster, without reducing the 184hp or 380Nm of torque developed by the 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine. This equates to fuel economy of 62.8mpg and CO2 emissions of 119g/km, which means a company car benefit-in-kind taxation band of only 13 per cent. In addition to the standard Auto Start-Stop, Optimum Gearshift Indicator, Brake... [more]
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BMW Group Sales Rise 6.6% In January Amid Strong China Growth - Update
BMW Group Sales Rise 6.6% In January Amid Strong China Growth - Update
BMW Group Reveals Winning Design For Olympic Pavilion
LONDON – Feb 8, 2012: BMW Group, Official Automotive Partner to the London 2012 Olympic & Paralympic Games, today revealed the winning design for its pavilion at the Olympic Park.
BMW M range to expand? Don't bet on it
BMW specialises in fettling some of the fastest cars on the market, but there are limits to how far it will stretch its highly regarded M performance brand.
Modern day BMW M1 supercar still a dream
BMW says it is considering its option regarding the revival of a supercar program.
BMW Group U.S. January Sales Increase 5.8%
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Feb. 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported January sales of 19,739 vehicles, an increase of 5.8 percent from the 18,656 vehicles sold ...
BMW Group Canada reports best-ever January with 34 per cent increase in year-over-year sales.
BMW, MINI and Motorrad brands each report new records.RICHMOND HILL, ON, Feb. 1, 2012 /CNW/ - BMW Group Canada (BMW and MINI brands combined) achieved a record January with 1,845 retails, an increase of ...
BMW X3 outpoints Range Rover Evoque in tests
The BMW X3, which originated the compact luxury SUV market, handily outpointed its European rival, the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, in Consumer Reports ’ recent head-to-head matchup.
Take a tour of BMW's new Mog online music system
BMW is the first automaker to integrate an online music selection service into a production car. (Credit: James Martin/CNET) My iPhone, with 8GB of memory, can hold about 1,700 tracks. A BMW's internal hard drive has room for almost 3,000 tracks. Now, BMW's new Mog integration puts 14 million tracks at a driver's fingertips. I sat in the driver's seat of a 2012 BMW 650i, with Robert Passaro, the ...
Avis Rolls Out the BMW 5 Series to Delight U.S. Travelers
PARSIPPANY, N.J. -- Avis today announced that it is adding BMW 5 Series sedans to its car rental fleet. These BMWs will be available for rent at select rental locations across the United States beginning ...
Can BMW iVentures fix parking?
BMW iVentures is tackling one of the biggest remaining driving challenges: finding a parking spot. (Credit: BMW) BMW iVentures officially opened the doors to its New York office this week, and inaugurated its new space with a panel discussion on digital technology and mobility. The $100 million fund has already seeded U.K.-based Parkatmyhouse.com and MyCityWay, which will lease space in BMW's ...
