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BMW is a top German brand with the initials standing for Bavarian Motor Works. This Torque News page covers all BMW models, and the latest news and stories from the Bavarian Automaker. It is located in Munich Germany, and is known as “The Ultimate Driving Machine” which comes from their sporty driving dynamics. BMW is now a top brand in the U.S. market, because of models like the BMW 1600 and 2002 introduced in the late 60s, when their popularity skyrocketed. The high performance 2.0 liter powertrain, defined what a 'sport sedan' is, and created a generation of performance enthusiasts around the globe. BMW evolved over the years into a luxury brand with models like the 320i, 528i, 630 CSI and 733i luxury 4-door sedan.

Now BMW has a wide-range of sedans, sport coupes, crossovers and SUVs. The BMW 3 Series still defines the modern sport sedan, while the '5', '6' and '7'-Series are now recognized as top models in their respective categories. The top-selling vehicles now include the entry-level X1 to top-of-the-range X6 crossover coupe. BMW is also a global leader in the all-electric revolution and now includes the BMW i3 model and i8 performance car in their lineup.

By Denis Flierl on August 26, 2015 - 8:36AM
Check out how a supercharged BMW M3 runs a super fast 7:30 Nurburgring lap time. How many cars did he have to maneuver around?
By Denis Flierl on August 25, 2015 - 8:10AM
The new 2016 BMW 3 Series is the sixth-generation car and it’s better than ever. What are 3 things that will keep it at the top of its game?
By Denis Flierl on August 24, 2015 - 8:17AM
Take the high-torque 691hp Tesla Model S P85D vs. the 425hp BMW M4 Coupe in a rolling-start drag race. Who wins?
By Denis Flierl on August 24, 2015 - 7:25AM
Japan will be getting a special 40th Anniversary Edition 2016 BMW 3 Series Sedan. What sets it apart and how many of the special editions will make it to Japan?
By Denis Flierl on August 20, 2015 - 8:23AM
BMW will launch a limited run 2 Series, 3 Series and 4 Series M Performance Edition cars in Canada. What special M Performance upgrades will be offered?
By Denis Flierl on August 19, 2015 - 7:25AM
There are rumors circulating that BMW’s M Division is working on a hybrid powertrain for the next-gen BMW M3 and M4. When could we see it?
By Denis Flierl on August 18, 2015 - 8:17AM
The new 2016 BMW 3 Series is the top seller for the brand around the globe. What did BMW start building 100 years ago?
By Denis Flierl on August 14, 2015 - 7:01AM
The BMW M4 GTS Concept breaks cover at Pebble Beach and is ready for high-performance enthusiasts. Is this car street legal?
By Denis Flierl on August 10, 2015 - 10:53AM
Freiberg and Hindman finish third in the Grand Sport class this weekend in the BMW M3. Did they push the M3 too hard at the end?
By Douglas Stansfield on August 4, 2015 - 8:07AM
Imagine someone offering you money to charge your BMW i3. Well some local San Francisco bay area i3 owners, got some welcomed news about a new program for the car owners from PG&E that does just that.
By Denis Flierl on August 4, 2015 - 6:10AM
BMW is a luxury performance brand that is designed for European roads which offer lots of curves and bumps. What changes did BMW make to the new 2016 3 Series?
By Denis Flierl on August 3, 2015 - 6:17AM
BMW isn’t just about performance on the track, the German automaker is also about efficiency performance. Why does KBB give the nod to 3 BMWs?
By Denis Flierl on July 31, 2015 - 5:49AM
There are two BMW vehicles from the movie MI Rogue Nation being exhibited at the BMW Welt. What other BMW vehicles will you see in the new movie?
By Denis Flierl on July 30, 2015 - 6:50AM
The new 2016 BMW M3 and M4 will get big price cuts in Australia. Why do the performance models get their prices slashed?
By Denis Flierl on July 29, 2015 - 7:56AM
The 2016 BMW M3 was on the red carpet in Vienna. Why did the performance sedan thrill the fans?
By Denis Flierl on July 23, 2015 - 6:57AM
BMW at the 2015 Monterey Car Week will feature two BMW concept cars. Will the hot BMW M4 GTS be unveiled at Pebble Beach?
By Denis Flierl on July 21, 2015 - 8:21AM
According to Auto Trader, the BMW 3 Series is in hot demand in the UK. Why do buyers want the older 2011-2012 3 Series?
By Denis Flierl on July 20, 2015 - 7:55AM
The BMW M4 Marco Wittmann special edition gets tuned by TVW Car Design. What did the German tuner do to the special M4?
By Denis Flierl on July 14, 2015 - 9:08AM
The 2015 BMW M4 beats the Cadillac ATS-V and Lexus RC F in Cars.com luxury performance coupe challenge. Why did they pick the M4?
By John Goreham on July 13, 2015 - 9:23AM
We will let you in on a secret right away. The BMW i8 is a bit better in all but one way.
By Denis Flierl on July 13, 2015 - 8:11AM
The 2015 BMW M3 could steal the show in the new Mission Impossible “Rogue Nation” movie starring Tom Cruise. How many M3s get destroyed in the movie?
By Denis Flierl on July 12, 2015 - 6:56AM
BMW Motorsport made history in the seventh race of the DTM season, claiming all of the top seven positions.
By Denis Flierl on July 9, 2015 - 8:40AM
According to recent reports, you won’t be able to get a manual gearbox in the new BMW M3 or BMW M4. Why is BMW likely dropping the manual?
By Denis Flierl on July 8, 2015 - 7:36AM
BMW brings out a new i8 prototype that is sinister looking. What kind of new power source does it have?
By Denis Flierl on July 7, 2015 - 8:25AM
BMW will charge more for the new 2016 M3 and 2016 M4 here in the U.S. What will performance fans get for the increase?
By Denis Flierl on July 3, 2015 - 8:12AM
According to Consumer Reports, the BMW 5 Series V8 engines are 27 times more likely to burn excessive oil. What other models from BMW top the list?
By Denis Flierl on June 25, 2015 - 7:52AM
As unique as the customer who requested this 2015 BMW M4 Individual 25th Anniversary model, so is the car itself. What makes this M4 unique?
By Denis Flierl on June 22, 2015 - 8:05AM
Three BMW models are the top ranked vehicles in their categories according to the J.D. Power 2015 U.S. Initial Quality Study. What are the top 3 BMW’s?
By Denis Flierl on June 19, 2015 - 8:46AM
One feature stood out on the new BMW M3/M4 to experts so much, it wins the brand a big accolade. Why did BMW drop V8 power and go with an inline 6?
By Denis Flierl on June 18, 2015 - 7:40AM
When it comes to proving why BMW is the best engine builder in the world, The 2015 Engine of the Year awards tell the story. Why is BMW i8 the best?