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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.

Tesla coils and wireless charging, it's a short hop to the EV world

Bringing Convenience to Electric Cars With Wireless Charging

By Nicolas Zart on May 1, 2012 - 4:04PM

Although it might seem a little funny, some people still don’t like the idea of touching a cable to cheaply and conveniently recharge their electric car. Many companies are tweaking a technology already in use for many of our electronic devices, wireless charging, also called inductive in order to charge electric cars, EVs.

Will the 25 year old BMW M3 move to a turbo-four engine

By John Goreham on May 1, 2012 - 1:10PM

The BMW M3 had modest roots and was almost an afterthought, but has become the brands defining sports car after 25 years of racing success using many different engines

Man sues BMW for giving him 20-month erection after motorcycle ride

By Anthony Faccenda on April 29, 2012 - 9:13PM

A man has filed a lawsuit against BMW North America claiming that a four-hour ride on his 1993 BMW bike has caused him to have an erection for 20 months.

Onboard information system, a win or lose appeal

The Deal Maker Or Breaker With Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid And Electric Car Info Systems

By Nicolas Zart on April 28, 2012 - 2:32PM

There’s no denying stepping into a hybrid, HEV, a plug-in hybrid, PHEV or a pure electric car, EV for the first time can be a little disconcerting at first. Then it all makes sense, if the right environment has been intelligently thought of.

The Future Of Electric Cars Points At The Beijing Auto Show

By Nicolas Zart on April 24, 2012 - 3:08PM

Is the Beijing Auto Show the event to watch out for electric cars from now? It seems to be heading that direction.

BMW driving game Auto Club Revolution hints at 1-Series M Coupe future

By John Goreham on April 24, 2012 - 1:24PM

BMW releasing a virtual driving game called Auto Club Revolution which allows users to configure their own BMW 1-Series M Coupe for on-line gaming

BMW Leasing Becomes a Little More Worry Free

By Keith Griffin on April 23, 2012 - 7:26PM

Leasing a BMW or Mini has become a little more worry free thanks to a new offering from the German automaker.

BMW i8 Spyder debuts with eDrive technology in Beijing

By Patrick Rall on April 23, 2012 - 4:47PM

The Beijing Motor Show (better known as Auto China) opened today and among the big debuts was the formal introduction of the new BMW i8 Spyder and with it - announcing the new eDrive name given to the through the road hybrid drivetrain found in these sporty European super-hybrids.

BMW releasing special edition M3 Frozen Silver Edition in UK

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on April 19, 2012 - 6:56PM

BMW is celebrating the 40th anniversary of it's M performance division with a special edition BMW M3 coupe, the M3 Frozen Silver Edition. The US has already been graced with this special edition BMW and now it is our British friend's turn to enjoy it as it's being released in the United Kingdom (UK).

Olympic Torch is put to the test in BMW's extreme weather center

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on April 18, 2012 - 8:07PM

The Olympic Torch, a symbol of the nations of the world coming together, is being put to the test in BMW Group's state-of-the-art extreme weather testing center in Munich.

BMW, Rolls Royce recall 2,900 vehicles over engine fire risk

By Patrick Rall on April 17, 2012 - 11:10AM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced a recall of select 2010, 2011 and 2012 model year BMW and Rolls Royce vehicles over a concern that circuitry under the hood could overheat and, in the worst case situations, lead to an engine bay fire in these high end luxury vehicles.

NHTSA upgrades investigation of BMW 7 Series for rollaway risks

By Patrick Rall on April 16, 2012 - 12:52PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced that they have upgraded their investigation of the BMW 7 Series to an engineering analysis – a move that could lead to a recall to address a possible safety issue if the US government agency finds some sort of engineering or mechanical defect with the range-topping BMW’s shifting system.

Using collaborative platforms is the beginning of open source

Making Sense Of When To Use Open Source For EVs

By Nicolas Zart on April 11, 2012 - 6:45PM

The debate is raging as whether to use open source for electric cars or not. The arguments are great from both sides but there is ultimately one outcome.

IBM is partnering with various carmakers for EVs

Top 10 Things You Might Not Know about Electric Vehicles

By Nicolas Zart on April 9, 2012 - 12:27PM

I met with Kal Gyimesi, Automotive Leader at IBM's Institute for Business Value, Automotive Leader at IBM's Institute for Business Value to better understand how IBM is using its resource for the automotive industry as it makes its way forward, especially when it comes to the electric drive.

The 560hp 2012 BMW M6 Convertible debuts at the NY Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on April 5, 2012 - 3:44PM

Among the world debuts at the 2012 New York Auto Show is the introduction of the 2012 BMW M6 Convertible - a high performance droptop slated to hit North American dealerships this summer with a price starting well above the $100k mark but just like the M6 Coupe, the M6 ‘vert comes with all of the high performance goodies that you would expect from BMW’s performance division.

The engine of the 2012 BMW M6 Convertible

By Patrick Rall on April 5, 2012 - 3:42PM

The interior of the 2012 BMW M6 Convertible

By Patrick Rall on April 5, 2012 - 3:42PM

The rear end of the 2012 BMW M6 Convertible

By Patrick Rall on April 5, 2012 - 3:41PM

BMW Introduces Two New MINI At The New York Auto Show

By Nicolas Zart on April 4, 2012 - 12:51PM

There is no denying, BMW is beating the iron while red hot and hailing its sales success wit a retrospective of the MINI at the New York Auto Show, two new unveiling and more products.

BMW prices the 2013 M5, M6, X6M and 6 Series Gran Coupe

By Patrick Rall on April 4, 2012 - 11:55AM

While the world is patiently waiting for all of the big debuts at today’s opening of the 2012 New York International Auto Show, the folks at BMW have quietly announced the pricing for a handful of new 2013 models, including the high performance M5, M6 Coupe, M6 Convertible and the new 6 Series Gran Coupe.

A screenshot of the 1995 BMW M5 from FM4

The Forza Motorsport 4 April Alpinestars Car Pack arrives

By Patrick Rall on April 3, 2012 - 4:32PM

This morning, the April 2012 car pack for Forza Motorsport 4 hit the Xbox Live marketplace – bringing 10 new cars to the incredible driving simulator that offer a great spread of European luxury performance road and street cars both new and old, old school and new school Japanese performance coupes, a 50s era American convertible and even a high performance Swedish station wagon.

BMW X1 coming to the US this fall, starting at $31,545

By Patrick Rall on April 3, 2012 - 3:46PM

After months of rumors and speculation, BMW has announced that the 2013 X1 will go on sale this fall in the US – marking the introduction of the compact sport utility vehicle for the North American market with a low price of just $31,545 (including destination charges of $895).

BMW 1-Series M Coupe production officially ends

By Denis Flierl on April 3, 2012 - 7:58AM

BMW has quit taking orders for the 1-Series M Coupe and production will end this summer on the least expensive M-badged model. So why did BMW decide to pull the plug on what should have been a successful model?

Introducing the BMW i8 Spyder

By Patrick Rall on April 2, 2012 - 2:08PM

The folks at BMW have released the details on the newest entry in their super efficient i lineup with the online introduction of the new BMW i8 Spyder – a high performance hybrid roadster with incredible fuel economy and pure-electric, emission-free driving.

The interior of the new BMW i8 Spyder Concept

By Patrick Rall on April 2, 2012 - 2:06PM

The new BMW i8 Spyder Concept from the rear

By Patrick Rall on April 2, 2012 - 2:05PM

The new BMW i8 Spyder Concept from the side

By Patrick Rall on April 2, 2012 - 2:04PM

BMW recalls 367,000 5, 6-series models for fire hazard

By Don Bain on March 31, 2012 - 6:12PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Association has reported BMW recalling 367,000 5 and 6-series models from 2004 to 2010 for a battery cable that can loosen causing a fire hazard and recommends parking the cars outside as a precaution.

Toyota and BMW drivers may see better mileage and power from new battery pact

By John Goreham on March 27, 2012 - 12:33PM

BMW announced today it will collaborate with Toyota to develop the next generation of lithium-ion batteries for use in hybrid vehicles

BMW 5 series subject to recall for possible fires.

Staggering Recall of 1.3 million BMWs Worldwide

By Keith Griffin on March 26, 2012 - 9:01PM

BMW has announced a major recall of 1.3 million of its previous generation 5 and 6 series models for what is potentially a serious problem: an incorrectly mounted battery cable. Recalls because of potential fires has become a major problem for BMW in the last six months.

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