The first-generation BMW X3 was a 3-series–based crossover that attempted to combine the dynamic brilliance of a 10Best champion with SUV cargo capacity and aggressive styling. But alas, a 3-series it was not: Its goofy proportions, lofty price, and the deal-killing ride harshness of early models—which was corrected in later years—earned the small ute as much criticism as praise. Bigger, Better Looking . . . and Lighter? Now making...

What do you think of the new 2012 M5 spy shots? I’m liking the wheels. Latest spy photos of the 2012 BMW M5 reveal one of the most attractive M models to date. Slowly losing more and more of its funky camouflage, the BMW M5 begins to show its “real face”, an attractive one we might add. The aggressive front-end stands out, despite the camo that covers the latest fine details. The front-end shows the M treatment with the usual...

The German Automakers continue to buck recessionary trends with bold outlooks and forecasts.  Full story follows….. Munich. Improved business conditions on the international automobile markets mean that the BMW Group now expects to report much better second-quarter and full-year earnings than previously forecast. 13.1% more cars were sold during the first half of the year compared to the same period last year. For the full year, the...

The BMW Group The BMW Group is one of the most successful manufacturers of automobiles and motorcycles in the world with its BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce brands. As a global company, the BMW Group operates 24 production facilities in 13 countries and has a global sales network in more than 140 countries. The BMW Group achieved a global sales volume of approximately 1.29 million automobiles and over 87,000 motorcycles for the 2009 financial...

Filed under: Motorsports, Coupe, BMW Racing What you see above is a BMW 6 Series – but only just. Since leaving Munich, has been transformed by the Alpina B6, then the B6 GT3 race-spec, and is now in the process of being converted to the specifications GT1 top level by another company, Aurora Racing Designs. The concern is motoring in. .. Read the full article Technorati Tags: Aurora, B6, fiat, GT1-spec, preps,...

Originally launched for model year 2000 to late 1999, helped change the BMW X5 SUV segment, demonstrate that the driving dynamic, responsive handling and a car can be compatible with the utility, off-road capability and versatility of an SUV. BMW has achieved a major milestone this week at its plant in Spartanburg, South … Read the full article Technorati Tags: at, Carolina, Millionth, Plant,...