Luxury brand BMW takes aim at Lexus this year by doubling the number of hybrids it will be offering drivers. The German company will increase its lineup from two vehicles to four with new hybrid variants of the BMW 3 Series and the BMW 5 series. So far, Lexus has had a kind of monopoly on luxury-hybrid vehicles, but with this move, the automaker will be truly challenged for the first time.
True BMW enthusiasts know the M5. Since the moniker was originally introduced in 1984, the vehicle has evolved into a dynamic blend of track horse and luxurious business sedan. And, while it might seem like just yesterday when the BMW M5 first launched, the 2012 model year marks the fierce sedan's fifth generation.
Having gained immense wisdom over the past few years, BMW has infused the M5 with benchmark-setting efficiency, comfort, and efficiency-boosting technologies…
The time has finally come....BMW has successfully launched an Android-compatible variant of their My BMW Remote App. Time to rejoice? Bert Smith BMW thinks so.
BMW, as you might remember, was the first automaker to inaugurate iPod functionality within their cars and to also fully commit to iPhone integration. That said. When the Bavarian automaker first launched My BMW Remote App, it was accessible only via the iPhone, leaving a large population of Android…
A lot of automakers out there have hopped on the "green" bandwagon over the past few years. However, like anything in life, there are varying shades of "green". Those who boast green practices for the sake of coloring consumers' opinions are a paler shade of green. You know the kind...companies that make their normal, everyday practices fit into a seemingly compelling, but ultimately shallow, marketing campaign. The different between BMW and those pale "green…
Not long ago, the luxury auto market was in awe of LED headlamps, taken by their cost savings, reduced power consumption, piercing light and distinctive glow. Now, many cars in all different classes feature LEDs, making them less of a stand-out feature and more status quo. Effectively, they're losing some of their effulgence - at least in the eyes of luxury consumers who take pride in exclusivity.
If you're among the many who think…
As we approach the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, you can bet that BMW will be keeping a tight lid on just about everything that they plan to unveil at the... oh wait, never mind. As it turns out the BMW i3 is having a hard time staying away from the general public's curious eye, and an eager onlooker recently caught the highly anticipated electric vehicle cruising down Wacker Drive.
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The story of the BMW Art Car started 36 years ago. The world-renowned collection is comprised of 17 BMW cars in total from artists all around the world. The last installments was completed in 2010 to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the BMW Art Car series.
Recently, BMW decided to put the entire series on display for the first time ever at the BMW museum in Munich, Germany. And, in recognizing that not everyone…
BMW seems to be developing a perennial habit of releasing Special Edition M3 cars. Last year, it was the Frozen Gray. This year, it's a leaner, meaner Frozen Black.
As the name suggests, the BMW Frozen Black Edition M3 is finished in a don't-mess-with-me urbanite shade of matte black. Punching up its devilish good looks with a sense of panache are contrasting high-gloss kidney grilles, side-grill elements, and exhaust tail pipe, Novillo leather…
BMW has opened many doorways to the future of car technology. Now, they're throwing open another. And, it isn't for any 'Green' technology such as stop-start, a regenerative brake system, electric pumps and power steering, or 8-speed ZF transmission. BMW, an efficiency pioneer, is already using all that.
Rather BMW is reportedly working on an all-new intelligent engine control system that uses the vehicle's navigation system to more efficiently regulate pertinent functions…
We can't say all BMW drivers are the same. We can, however, say they have at least three things in common: they crave power, they enjoy standing out from the crowd, and they appreciate fine design and quality craftsmanship. As such, Bert Smith BMW thought you'd fancy a story having to do not only with BMW but also fine art.
In an effort to raise funds and create room for other exhibits, New…
