Electric Federal gives us a look back at the history of the M3 from the E30 to the present day E90/92. Well worth a view for anyone with a pulse …
BMW 228i Prototype Crash Causes Autobahn Closure
Not that long ago on the A72 near Zwickau (closer to Leipzig than Munich) an engineer testing a 228i prototype reportedly lost control at high speed hitting the guard rail.
Motorrad on TV: Neale Bayly Rides Peru on BMWs
Motorcycle journalist, Neale Bayly has explored much of the world on two wheels, visiting 45 countries in 35 years, many of them at the helm of adventure-seeking expeditions. But this …
Breaking: BMW’s Carbon Fiber Suspension Revealed
A year ago here at BF we had revealed that BMW M was working on CF suspension components. More specifically they were to be used in the M3 and M4 as the goal for the M engineers was to get the power to weight ratio of the F80 generation better than that of the E90 CRT. To do that they were exploring every option they had to shave weight, much like a hardcore mountain biker using titanium bolts the guys and gals at M were focussed on the scale.
2013 ConnectedDrive Updated for the US Market
Earlier this week we brought you news of BMW’s ConnectedDrive being substantially updated for 2014 models. As is usually the case the US will be getting a specific set of …
BMWNA Launches the 3 Series Diesel Configurator
While it may be a bit premature BMWUSA.com is now featuring the 328d sedan and 328xd wagon configurator online. How do you know things are unfinished? Pricing is listed as …
BF Preview: The BMW M Track App for iOS
This is a game-changer. That was our first thoughts after playing with a preview version of the app yesterday at the Circuit of the Americas while on the launch of …
The Ultimate Gallery: The BMW M6 Gran Coupe at the Circuit of the Americas
With my ears still ringing from the rasp of the twin-turbo V8, we’re now back and the BF HQ preparing various reviews of the new BMW M6 Gran Coupe. But …
Video: BMW HP4 vs. BMW R 1200 GS
There’s an old adage in performance: it’s not how much power you have, it’s how much power you can use. For all its off road and world exploring street cred, the BMW R 1200 GS is still a 1.2L, finely tuned motorcycle with a top notch suspension. In the right hands, the big GS can be ridden to extraordinary limits. Take for example this video, pitting the 125 hp BMW R 1200 GS against what ought to be no contest: the track-bred, fire-breathing, 194 hp HP4 variant of the BMW S 1000 RR.
BMW Updates Connected Drive with SIM Card Slots, App Store & Improved Speech Recongnition
BMW is updating it’s ConnectedDrive platform with a number of key updates for 2013. Most production after July of this year should include these enhancements. Here are some highlights: The …
Spied! 2014 BMW 4 Series Loses More Swirls
The 4 Series continues to lose its swirls in preparation for its internet debut in a just a few short weeks.
Video: BMW M5- Power and Speed in an Unassuming Frame
In 1989, Randy Balingit-Hartmann bought the first BMW M5 brought to San Diego and has owned it ever since. As someone on the shy side, Randy wanted a car that fit his personality—one that was fast and powerful yet unassuming. In all its unassuming four-door glory the E28 M5 is often overlooked, but this sedan packs the same amount of power as Ferrari 308 GT and if not respected will surprise you in the turns of your favorite road.
Video Preview: The BMW M6 Gran Coupe at the Circuit of the Americas
We’re just back from the world’s new F1 track, the Circuit of the America’s, in the world’s new M car, the M6 Gran Coupe. But before we get to our …
BMW USA Motorrad Sales up 61.1% for May 2013
Incredible news from BMW USA this week, where motorcycle sales are up a whopping 61.1% for May 2013. Year-to-date sales are also up by 23.4% as compared to 2012. Significant growth came in F, R and K-series motorcycle ranges.
