BMW M3 builds 67 CRT

The BMW M GmbH, will build in a small edition of the M3 CRT (Carbon Racing Technology). For the first time it is a novel and in the automotive industry globally unique process for the production of components made of carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) are used. The lightweight design helps the high-performance sedan at a weight ratio of 3.5 kilograms per hp.

The V8 engine with an output of 331 kW/450 hp accelerates the BMW M3 CRT h in 4.4 seconds from zero to 100 km / The speed of the BMW M3 CRT is limited by the electronic engine control to 290 km/h. The BMW M3 CRT is produced in a limited edition of 67 units. After a number of pieces of 135 vehicles built BMW M3, this is the second series of a small designed for racing and street legal with a high performance sports car bearing the M-Factory.

The new BMW 1 Series: bigger, sportier and more efficient

In the second generation BMW 1 Series still remains with the rear wheel drive. It therefore remains the only model in its class, which is driven by the rear wheels. But it is larger, more comfortable, sporty and efficient. With its sporty straight lines, the typical ambiance of the interior and many exclusive equipment features, the Munich see him as individualists in its segment.

The proportions of the new BMW 1 Series BMW's line to follow sports with a long hood. The areas were re-modeled strong: concave surfaces are separated by clean, curved edges of the convex. This leads to a youthful, vibrant look overall, indicating the premium status of the small BMW. In the future, BMW offers two trim lines: the BMW and BMW Sport Line Urban Line with exclusive design and features in the exterior and interior.

BMW 328 Homage: the iconic sports car of the 1930s a new interpretation

The BMW 328 is the most successful and most beautiful sports cars of the 1930s. His success lay in the sum of its structural parameters: light weight, good aerodynamics, excellent engine and excellent chassis. With these qualities, the BMW 328 at that time already embodied the core values of the BMW brand of today: dynamics, aesthetics and innovation.

This year marks the dream sports car BMW 328 75th Birthday. To bring his anniversary of the Munich the BMW 328 homage. "With the BMW 328 tribute we would like to us from the passion and the spirit bow-inventor of the fathers of the BMW 328," says Karl Baumer, Director of BMW Group Classic.

Shanghai 2011: BMW Concept M5 shows

bBMW shows at the Shanghai Auto Show (21 to 28 April) with the world premiere of the Concept M5 a business in the premium sedan segment with the dynamics of a high-performance sports car. The study shows, can be combined as the racing-inspired character of a BMW M-car with the aesthetic and functional characteristics of a sedan in the upper middle class.

/ B Under the hood, thereby a high-revving V8 engine is fitted with M-Power twin-turbo technology.

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Shanghai 2011: BMW 6 Series Coupé shows

bBMW shows at the Shanghai Auto Show as a world premiere of its 6 Series Coupe. Characteristic of the 2 +2- seater is an exclusive of flowing waves inspired bodywork and interior. / B accents are for the model with adaptive LED headlamps, the new generation of the BMW head-up displays and a high end surround sound system are set by bang olufsen.

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Auto Shanghai 2011: BMW unveils the new M5

The management of the M GmbH says today: A business sedan in the premium segment with the dynamic qualities of a high-performance sports car. This traditional concept is reinterpreted with the world premiere of the BMW Concept M5. At Auto Shanghai (21 to 28 April 2011), the sporty BMW-daughter shows initially as a study "camouflaged" the new M5 will be launched in autumn on the market.

And the makers of the fast "M" drumming strong, they want to show how the athletic design and race-inspired character of a BMW M car with the aesthetic and functional characteristics of a sedan can be combined upper-middle class. "Allows the BMW Concept M5 offers expressive and distinctive design elements to derive the exceptional dynamic driving potential of the sedan." Under the hood will the first time a high-revving V8 engine with twin-power turbo technology for superior performance performance .

Not a bad April Fool's joke: A furious pick of the M GmbH

Under strictest secrecy was at the Development Centre of the BMW M GmbH and in the press department of the world's first high-performance pickup. The unique vehicle has now completed extensive testing and tuning drives on the Nordschleife of the Nürburgring and on 1 April 2011 presented to the world public.

Such an April Fool could arouse desire. Therefore, it would be possible for the marketing of the Munich 1st wants to use April for a covert investigation of the pickup market in Germany, when it introduced the now undisputed most dynamic members of this type of vehicle. Because the photos inspire even the imagination of all drivers with a love of excellence and a practical sense.

Mansory with complete tuning program for the BMW 7 Series

The Mansory Switzerland AG has made the current 7 Series BMW, for now have a complete tuning program. The four-door to an even sportier and more individual note gives significantly with visual changes, more power and an individual interior design. This brings Aerodynamikset front bumper with LED daytime running lights and fitted a carbon grille.

Also made of carbon to the roof spoiler, rear lip and rear spoiler are manufactured in diffuser look. To complete the sporty appearance of side skirts. For an impressive sound, the Mansory exhaust system is responsible. But Mansory is not only a powerful sound. And to the power screw is rotated.

BMW introduces safety car for MotoGP.

BMW is the safety car for the road starting tomorrow Motorcycle World Championship (MotoGP). There is a 1 Series M Coupe, the first end of April comes onto the market. The vehicle is unique and has been the BMW M GmbH developed specifically for the racing series has. Only the 250 kW/340 hp six-cylinder engine with twin power M Turbo and the entire drivetrain are still unchanged from the standard model.

BMW 6 Series Coupé: Luxury sports and dream cars

After the spectacular performance of the convertible version of the 6 Series BMW, the Munich-based premium carmaker is now stretching to the coupe. The Munich call their new luxury sports car as a dream for aesthetes with pleasure of luxury and innovative technology. Even the Convertible increased compared to the previous driving dynamics combined with a higher comfort level was noticeable.

The new BMW 6 Series Coupe is longer (75 mm), wider (39 mm) and flat (five millimeters) than its predecessor. combines the only vehicle in the competitive environment it sportiness with exclusive travel comfort and a 460 liters of luggage space. Also contribute to the driving experience, driver assistance systems and infotainment features of BMW ConnectedDrive.

BMW X1 xDrive28i takes

BMW has with the X1 xDrive28i announced the first model of the brand, from a four-cylinder gasoline engine with Twin-Power-turbo technology, consisting of High Precision Injection, charging after the twin-scroll principle, variable camshaft control Double VANOS and Valvetronic variable valve timing is driven.

From mid-March 2011, the X1 xDrive28i be purchased at prices from 40 400 euros. The average consumption in the EU test cycle is 7.9 liters per 100 kilometers (down 1.5 liters), the CO2 level is 183 grams per kilometer. The new model accelerates in 6.1 seconds (manual transmission) and 6.5, seconds from zero to 100 km / In addition, the M Sport package as a new option for all model variants of the BMW X1 is available.