BMW is set to further expand its Chinese range by offering a long wheelbase version of the 3 Series, according to new reports. It seems that when the new plant that BMW and its local partner, Brilliance, will be built in the Shengyang, new products are set to be manufactured. Besides the X1, which was confirmed some time ago, sources indicate that... ...read the full post
The BMW M3 is already a pretty capable sportscar, with its 4.0-liter V8 managing to output 414 HP in its stock form. For the guys at Emotion Wheels though, that wasn’t nearly enough. As such, they swapped the engine with the beefier 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 found on the X5 M and X6 M, where it produces around 547 HP. While most tuners would call... ...read the full post
Customers looking for a more special BMW in the UK have more reasons to celebrate as the 3 Series-based Alpina B3S has just been revealed by the German coachbuilder. The model, which you can see above in Convertible form, uses the 3.0-liter straight-six engine but manages to squeeze a very impressive 400 HP and around 400 lb-ft of torque. This doesn’t... ...read the full post
BMW’s ActiveHybrid range is going to receive a smaller model soon in the form of the best selling 3 Series. The model, according to BMW head honcho Norbert Reithofer, will join the 7 Series, X6 and the recent 2011 5 Series concept. The Bavarian executive revealed this fact in a recent shareholder meeting where he highlighted that hybrids are... ...read the full post
BMW is busy hyping up the new 5 Series sedan these days, but the guys at Automobile have got their hands on some juicy rumors about the next generation 3 Series model. It seems that the car (codenamed F30), which will debut in sedan form around 2012, will receive a multitude of body styles, including the aforementioned four-door, a touring wagon one,... ...read the full post
Give anyone a rear-wheel drive car, and sooner or later you will see them attempt a burnout, a donut or anything in between. Depending on their skills, some might achieve, while others will fail. Guess in which category this BMW 3 Series owner goes into? A reminder for anyone attempting such things: keep the doors locked, keep your extremities inside... ...read the full post
The recent facelift made by BMW to the 3 Series Coupe and Cabriolet models was eagerly expected by many fans, not only for the slightly revised looks or upgraded engine range, but for the addition of the new 335is model, which promises increased performance, for those of you not willing to go all out on a M3. The model outputs 320 HP and 332 lb-ft... ...read the full post
Last week BMW revealed the 2011 facelift for the 3 Series Coupe and Cabriolet editions, which included not only a restyled exterior, but also some new engines for the whole lineup. But by far the biggest news arriving with this facelift was the rumored appearance of the 335is in both coupe and cabriolet flavors. This new performance edition will be... ...read the full post
As we revealed a few weeks ago, BMW has prepared a new facelift for the Coupe and Cabriolet (convertible) editions of its 3 Series model, or for true fans, the E92 and E93 editions. We heard a few leaked details about the improvements that the Bavarian company will implement, but now the official announcement has been made. So, what’s new? Well... ...read the full post
The upcoming Detroit Auto Show will be host to several big announcements, from all the major carmakers. It seems that according to a recent report, the 2011 facelifts of the BMW 3 Series Coupe and Convertible have been leaked ahead of time, and they include quite a lot of interesting things. It seems that the two body styles will be receiving a revamped... ...read the full post
You can’t deny that the current generation BMW 3 Series cabriolet version is quite attractive, but looks alone can’t satisfy a true BMW fan, so the team at ATT Autotechnik decided to modify the Bavarian convertible model and give it an increase in power. Starting with the 335i model, the team took the 3-liter twin turbo engine and, for... ...read the full post
You’ve most certainly seen the new BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo (GT) version, which aims at delivering an unconventional design aimed at luxury customers who want the supreme comfort of a grand tourer in their BMW. It has definitely sparked a lot of controversy in terms of design, but it seems that BMW will stay true to the new philosophy. The company... ...read the full post
Jaguar is definitely trying out some new things, thanks to its new Indian ownership, and according to its engineering boss, Mick Mohan, it seems that it wants to get involved in the hot coupe market, specifically the under £30,000 segment, where the Audi A5 and the two-door BMW 3 Series reign supreme. He also touched on the often-rumored XE sports... ...read the full post
I almost forgot to mention that last week I posted about the promised test drive with the 2009 BMW 330d xDrive, in our Test Drive Section. I really liked the car which, except for some minor flaws, is brilliant. Expensive car, but brilliant. You can read the full review by clicking HERE. And right now I’m working on the review (hope it will be... ...read the full post
It looks like the summer is one of the most crowded seasons with test drives, because we had and will have the chance to have a lot of fun in all kind of cars. So here’s what we did and will do soon: - We have really, really great news, because we reached an important milestone in our history: our first long-term test. We’re really excited... ...read the full post
