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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.

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The 2016 BMW M2 and BMW M4 are all about more performance parts at SEMA. What’s new for the BMW M2?
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Manhart Racing is getting ready to present their newest project called the Mh2 450. What will they do to the new 2016 BMW M2?
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The new 2016 BMW 340i launches in South Africa. They also get a special 40 Year Edition. How many will BMW build?
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The all-new 2016 BMW M4 GTS will make its North American debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show 2015. When will it launch in the U.S.?
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Get a 360 degree view of the all-new 2016 BMW M2 as it gets tested on the Salzburgring. Who is the driver Augusto Farfus who’s behind the wheel?
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Do you want to get the BMW M2 feeling before the performance car makes its official launch? BMW will reveal the new 2016 M2 Coupe experience ahead of market launch in Need for Speed.
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The all-new 2016 BMW M2 Coupe is fast and light. How did BMW M reduce the weight in the new M2?
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The first 2016 BMW M2 Coupe has rolled off the assembly line at the BMW plant in Leipzig. What other BMWs does it share the line with?
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It took a large team of BMW M engineers to bring the new 2016 BMW M2 to life. Check out the behind the scenes video as they describe its development.
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The new 2016 BMW M2 is here and it’s track-ready. How did BMW M GmbH development engineers do it?
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BMW pumps up the performance in the new 2016 M2 Coupe. How did they use the M3/M4 technology to do it?
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BMW introduces the all-new 2016 M2 Coupe. How much power will the high-performance coupe be producing?
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The 2016 BMW M4 GTS makes its Asian debut at the Tokyo Motor Show. How does BMW celebrate the 30th anniversary of the M3?
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BMW has four eDrive plug-in hybrid models in their lineup. What new groups are they targeting?
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BMW has announced the new 2016 BMW M4 GTS is now available worldwide and in the U.S. What’s the advantage of its new water injection system?
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See how not to drive a BMW M3 or any performance vehicle on the Nurburgring. Video
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Data released today show that the September sales of the BMW I3 were 1710 compared to the Nissan Leaf that sold only 1247 cars during the same period. This is the first month this year that the BMW I3 bested the all-electric Nissan Leaf.
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Is your BMW M4 rear-drive performance car ready for winter driving?
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The new 2016 BMW 3208d diesel Sedan is sold globally and BMW makes a statement regarding their diesel engines. What does BMW say about the allegations?
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The 10 millionth BMW 3 Series Sedan has been delivered to its new owner. Who bought the landmark 10 millionth 2016 BMW 3 Series?
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One by one they are starting to fall. Clean Diesel is really not clean. The thorns are showing up on the rose and now the emissions chaos is striking BMW as well. Since BMW is the manufacturer of the I3 and has been investing in electric vehicle technology much more so than VW.
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The new 2016 BMW 3 Series is getting Parking Assistant for parallel and transverse parking. When will it be available?
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The new 2016 BMW 3 Series is getting more recognition. What new top ten list did the 3 Series make?
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Oktoberfest started in Munich and BMW designed a 2016 M3 with a special livery for the occasion. Watch race driver Martin Tomczyk push it hard. [video]
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BMW M GmbH will unveil a one-off 2016 BMW M3 “Munchner Wirte” to help celebrate Oktoberfest in Germany. How is this car tied to motorsport?
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BMW has come out with the new 2016 3 Series 318i in Europe. Would the 3 cylinder ever catch on in the U.S.?
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BMW is recalling 2012-2015 3 Series models for a exterior lighting issue. Is your 3 Series on the list?
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BMW will feature new models at the 2015 International Motor Show in Frankfurt. How will 2016 BMW 3 Series continue the success?
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Today, as National Electric Drive Week (NEDW) kicked off, many electric car Events where held across the USA and one interesting debut was a new fast EV charger.