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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 Nicolas Zart on
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.
By Nicolas Zart on
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.
By Denis Flierl on
BMW will be offering two new diesel options in the U.S. beginning in the 2013 model year.
By Don Bain on
Of course, that’s in addition to more music storage, extended radio features and high speed Internet, among other aspects.
By Don Bain on
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.
By Don Bain on
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.
By Denis Flierl on
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.
By Denis Flierl on
BMW has announced exciting powertrain details on the 2013 3-Series Sports Wagon that will make its U.S. launch early next year.
By David Herron on
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.
By Patrick Rall on
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.
By Denis Flierl on
The 2013 BMW M5 “Bullet” is a must-see video from BMW depicting the car doing its impression of a speeding bullet.
By Patrick Rall on
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.
By Nicolas Zart on
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.
By Denis Flierl on
The 2013 BMW M6 Coupe and Convertible combine luxury, performance and technology in an alluring package.
By Aaron Turpen on
Mercedes-Benz USA is recalling 2007-2009 E350 4MATIC wagons for rear suspension issues. BMW is recalling 2012 and 2013 X5 and X6 SUVs for power steering leaks.
By John Goreham on
BMW will introduce the new 2013 B7 ALPINA super-high performance flagship designed for discerning customers looking for ultra-exclusivity at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance in August.
By Nicolas Zart on
BMW is opening its first BMW i Store in London, much like the Apple store in order to continue its global sustainability experience.
By Denis Flierl on
Earl Duque of Los Angeles, CA sits behind the wheel a 2012 BMW 3 Series sedan he won for creating the winning entry in BMW's "0 to Desir3 in 5.9 Seconds" contest.
By Patrick Rall on
While it has not been made official, rumors indicate that the new BMW 7 Series diesel could be headed for the United States and they could be here as early as the summer of 2014.
By Don Bain on
Mercedes car insurance is 25 percent cheaper than what BMW drivers pay, but there’s a way BMW drivers can lower auto insurance premiums.
By Denis Flierl on
BMW is looking to expand their high-performance M brand and a senior BMW executive has said an M7 is a good possibility.
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By Keith Griffin on
Milan coachbuilder Zagato and BMW are teaming up to introduce the BMW Zagato Coupe this weekend at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este.
By Nicolas Zart on
The choice of electric cars, EVs is growing exponentially bringing you enough to satisfy almost all your daily driving needs with more coming on the horizon.
By David Herron on
The BMW i3 electric and i8 plug-in hybrid cars are heading off for a year-long world tour, starting in Rome, leading up to the launch of production versions of the car.
By John Goreham on
BMW has refreshed its flagship sedan and the 2013 7 Series sets a high bar.
By Denis Flierl on
BMW is back on top as the world’s most valuable car brand after being ousted by Toyota last year.
By Patrick Rall on
The modern BMW M3 raised some eyebrows when it was introduced with a naturally aspirated V8 engine but BMW purists should be appeased when the next generation of the BMW M3 arrives with an inline 6 cylinder engine – likely featuring forced induction.
By Patrick Rall on
The 2013 BMW M5 is one of the highest performance sedans in the world and while a price starting at $90,785 will prevent most people from buying this incredible piece of German machinery, we can all dream as we build our dream M5 on the new online configurator.
By John Goreham on
BMW 2012 3 Series named Top Safety Pick for crash test and has 5 unusual technologies to keep passengers safe.