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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.

Concept Active Tourer reveals the future of BMW premium compacts

By Denis Flierl on September 14, 2012 - 8:11AM

BMW has revealed the future of their premium compacts in the Concept Active Tourer just ahead of the 2012 Paris Auto Show.

BMW Turns On The Infrared Heating

By Nicolas Zart on September 13, 2012 - 7:22PM

If traditional heating systems work fine with a hot running internal combustion engine, electric vehicles need a work around. BMW is developing an infrared heating system.

2013 BMW M5 packs more horsepower than advertised

By Patrick Rall on September 10, 2012 - 10:42AM

Even though the horsepower war raging across the global automotive industry is all about having a few more ponies than your nearest competitor, the act of underrating your big dogs is as popular now as it was in the 1970s – with the most recent news of a production car making more power than advertised being the 2013 BMW M5 sedan.

The use of lightweight and affordable material is crucial to EVs

How Electric Cars Challenge Bloated Conventions

By Nicolas Zart on September 8, 2012 - 2:20PM

It had to happen after decades of ever increasing car weight and trying to tweak engine efficiency, it had to come to a stalemate. At least, electric cars challenged conventional notions.

Interior shot of the 2013 V-12 25 Years Edition BMW 760Li. Photo courtesy of BMW

2013 BMW 760 Li special edition marks 25th anniversary of the V12

By Don Bain on September 8, 2012 - 12:35AM

BMW has just launched a special limited edition of the 2013 760Li V-12, marking the 25th anniversary of the V-12 engine, first utilized in the trailblazing BMW 750iL in 1987 – and just for the record they are all sold already.

The new 2013 BMW 114d. Photo from BMWblog site.

BMW adding diesel model to entry level 1-Series

By Don Bain on September 3, 2012 - 9:06PM

BMW announced just today the coming addition of the BMW 144d, a diesel powered addition to the brand’s entry-level sedans, hatchbacks, coupes and convertibles.

All-new 2013 BMW M5 Sedan and M6 Coupe are back

By Denis Flierl on September 1, 2012 - 10:42AM

After a two-year hiatus, the ultra-high-performance 2013 BMW M5 Sedan and M6 Coupe are back on U.S. shores.

DriveNow becomes ParkNow and offers more cars from BMW

BMW Expands Its DriveNow Program With ParkNow

By Nicolas Zart on August 25, 2012 - 1:12PM

There probably isn’t a week that goes by without some BMW related news and in our case, part of their upcoming i3 and i8 production strategy. The company has expanded its San Francisco DriveNow program with 70 other “luxurious” cars, called the ParkNow program.

BMW i3 Spy Shot Video

By Nicolas Zart on August 22, 2012 - 4:31AM

BMW has leaked “spy shots” of its all-electric i3. The German car manufacturer is resolutely serious about bringing the electric car and its plug-in hybrid sister, the i8 into the US, ahead of its local German competitors.

San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee and BMW Group board member Dr. Ian Robertson at a new

BMW launches all electric car sharing, DriveNow, in San Francisco

By David Herron on August 21, 2012 - 1:05PM

BMW's DriveNow premium car sharing service has launched in the U.S. starting in San Francisco with 70 BMW ActiveE electric cars available for short-term rental.

Wateman's German bought 2011 BMW M3 convertible. Photo © 2012 Don Bain

Five ways buying a BMW in Germany may work for you

By Don Bain on August 20, 2012 - 1:13AM

European delivery programs have been around a long time and are available from most Euro automakers with mixed records of the experience. We recently talked with one man who shared five ways buying your BMW in Germany may work for you as well as it did for him.

BMW Zagato Roadster makes its world premier

By Denis Flierl on August 18, 2012 - 8:17AM

The collaboration between BMW and Zagato has produced the BMW Zagato Roadster which has finally been unveiled at Pebble Beach.

First BMW Zagato image is released ahead of Pebble Beach debut

By Denis Flierl on August 15, 2012 - 9:08PM

BMW has released a teaser image of the highly anticipated BMW Zagato concept ahead of making its world debut at Pebble Beach.

AC Schintzer tunes BMW's M Carbon Bike Racer

Let AC Schnitzer Tune Your Electric BMW M Bike Carbon Racer

By Nicolas Zart on August 9, 2012 - 4:36AM

AC Schnitzer, the famous BMW tuner is now turning its attention to the future by making its magic and sorcerer’s touch available on BMW’s M Bike Carbon Racer electric bicycle.

Specially made electric MINI for the Olympic Paralympic Games

BMW Electric Cars Flirts With Olympic Teams

By Nicolas Zart on August 5, 2012 - 2:59AM

BMW has taken a serious PR and marketing offensive in order to take the electric drive lead and show its German competition it has put money where its mouth is with the Olympic use of its ActiveE, Mini E and future i3 and i8.

The pool image from BMW's Motion Capture software. Photo courtesy of BMW.

BMW supporting US Olympic Swim Team with technology

By Don Bain on August 2, 2012 - 2:54PM

BMW sensors and software developed for automotive functions are now helping the US Olympic Swim Team by analyzing their startup and turning underwater, a critical aspect of the competition measured in hundredths of a second.

BMW Takes The Electric Vehicle Lead In Germany

By Nicolas Zart on July 30, 2012 - 2:48PM

Just when we thought BMW was content to have made a spectacular splash with its all electric i3 and its gorgeous plug-in hybrid i8, here comes the C Evolution electric scooter.

BMW Invests In Coulomb Technologies And Offers Online i8 Price

By Nicolas Zart on July 27, 2012 - 12:22PM

BMW is seriously taking the lead when it comes to the electric drive in Germany with an investment in Coulomb Technologies and the online price for the i8 and i3.

Best Of 2012 Electric Car Awards

By Nicolas Zart on July 20, 2012 - 12:05PM

The year is barely mid way that accolades and awards are pouring in for the budding electric car market. Some will surprise you, others are obvious choices.

BMW bringing two new diesels to U.S. in 2013

By Denis Flierl on July 15, 2012 - 7:15PM

BMW will be offering two new diesel options in the U.S. beginning in the 2013 model year.

A detail of the ConnectedDrive High Guiding and 3D City modeling. © BMW USA

BMW ConnectedDrive's other features include handwriting recognition

By Don Bain on July 15, 2012 - 6:54PM

Of course, that’s in addition to more music storage, extended radio features and high speed Internet, among other aspects.

The 2012 BMW M5 from the Denver Auto Show. Photo © 2012 by Don Bain

BMW introduces the onboard automotive stenographer within ConnectedDrive

By Don Bain on July 14, 2012 - 9:09PM

BMW has long been a leader in automotive connectivity and now their updated navigation and telematics system can record short texts, emails and notes to self, behind the wheel safely via voice command.

The BMW ActiveHybrid 3. Photo courtesy of BMW USA.

BMW leaps full force into hybrid competition with the ActiveHybrid 3

By Don Bain on July 7, 2012 - 2:43AM

Hybrid vehicles are the not the long suit of the company known for the Ultimate Driving Machine, but with the all-new ActiveHyrbrid 3 following on the heels of the ActiveHybrid 5 a new dimension has been entered by Bavarian Motor Works and the world will never be the same again.

2013 BMW M3 Coupe Lime Rock Park Edition revealed

By Denis Flierl on July 6, 2012 - 4:14PM

BMW announced the arrival of the 2013 M3 Coupe Lime Rock Park Edition that will celebrate the longstanding relationship with the Lime Rock Park racing circuit.

2013 BMW 3-Series Sports Wagon powertrain details revealed

By Denis Flierl on July 5, 2012 - 10:00PM

BMW has announced exciting powertrain details on the 2013 3-Series Sports Wagon that will make its U.S. launch early next year.

2012 REFUEL electric car and motorcycle race bigger and badder than ever

By David Herron on July 2, 2012 - 10:44PM

In what may be the biggest yet assemblage of high powered electric vehicles, the 2012 REFUEL races, in its fourth year, is turning into a powerhouse of an informal electric racing event.

A screenshot of the 2013 BMW X1 build page

The 2013 BMW X1 build page is live, prices start at $31,545

By Patrick Rall on June 25, 2012 - 1:05PM

The build page for the 2013 BMW X1 is now live on BMWUSA.com and prospective buyers can now price out their ideal compact luxury sport ute with a price starting at just $31,545 for the rear wheel drive models and an entry price of $33,245 for all wheel drive models.

2013 BMW M5 is faster than a speeding bullet [Video]

By Denis Flierl on June 23, 2012 - 9:00AM

The 2013 BMW M5 “Bullet” is a must-see video from BMW depicting the car doing its impression of a speeding bullet.

Next generation BMW M5 will not offer a manual transmission

By Patrick Rall on June 22, 2012 - 2:53PM

The BMW M5 is one of the highest performance 4-door sedans in the world, with a twin turbo V8 sending 560 horsepower to the rear wheels by means of a 6-speed manual transmission but when the next generation M5 rolls out in the no-so-distant future, the only transmission available with be a dual clutch unit.

BMW i Born Electric Tour Distances German EV Competition

By Nicolas Zart on June 22, 2012 - 2:14PM

BMW is opening its i Born Electric Tour with a bang, waving the local competition a friendly goodbye and thumbing its nose at the Italian sleepy EV movement.

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