IIHS tests advanced driver-assist tech, gets mixed results
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) tested adaptive cruise control and active lane-keep systems from BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Tesla, and Volvo. Testers found them to be unreliable in the real world, and noted that drivers must remain attentive behind the wheel.
Pilot program makes driving a BMW as easy as choosing a Netflix movie
For a fixed monthly rate, Access by BMW members can swap cars as often as they want and have cars delivered straight to their door. BMW offers three tiers called Icon, Legend, and M, respectively through a pilot program in Nashville, Tennessee. Pricing starts at $1,099 and tops out at $2,699 for the most expensive tier.
BMW M joins the hybrid gas-electric movement with its future cars
It seems everyone’s catching on to electrifying performance models with hybrid technology. Word on the street is that BMW’s renowned M Division will be hopping on the hybrid electrification bandwagon with its performance cars. That means that cars like the M3 and M5 will get gas-electric propulsion.
BMW’s flagship luxury coupe returns after a 20-year hiatus
After years of teasing and many rumors, BMW’s all-new, second-generation 8-Series is here. BMW just emailed us a huge photo dump of the final design. Just as we anticipated, the look hasn’t changed much from the near-production-ready BMW Concept 8-Series -- and that’s a good thing.
The 2019 BMW X5 is here to replace that aging family SUV
Hot on the heels of the reveal of Audi's new Q8 flagship crossover SUV, BMW one-upped its rivals by revealing the 2019 BMW X5 crossover SUV. The new X5 enters its fourth generation, growing in size slightly while gaining a list of new features with BMW's latest connected and digital services.
BMW balances (and sometimes blends) tech, performance, and electrification
BMW must keep its reputation for building the ultimate driving machine intact as it incorporates growing levels of connectivity, electrification, and autonomy into its cars. That's a tall order to fill. Ralph Mahler, the brand's director of product planning, talked to Digital Trends about his strategy.
BMW calls the idea of a convertible SUV a ‘really interesting topic’
Like most of its competitors, BMW is making big investments in crossovers and SUVs to keep growing. The company told Digital Trends it finds the idea of a convertible SUV "a really interesting topic," and a separate report claims it will round out its lineup with an ultra-luxurious range-topping model named X8.
BMW racing to patch 14 security vulnerabilities found in its cars
BMW is offering security patches through over-the-air and in-dealer updates after researchers discovered 14 vulnerabilities affecting car models dating as far back as 2012. Some of these vulnerabilities are critical and could allow hackers to remotely gain root access to the car's ConnectedDrive computer.
BMW to bring smartphone-like wireless charging to cars
Electric cars would be a lot more convenient if you didn't have to think about charging them every time you parked up. BMW, for one, has been working on a wireless charging system that starts working the moment you park the vehicle over one of its charging pads. And the system goes into production this summer.
Some details slip of a new BMW M5 Competition with more power
It seems some details about a new, harder-edged version of the already ridiculously fast BMW M5 (F90), dubbed the M5 Competition, surfaced somewhere down under in Australia, via some leaked dealer ordering information.
BMW’s self-driving cars of the future will have 3D vision
BMW Group will use Magna and Innoviz Technologies solid-state lidar in future autonomous vehicles.The Magna/Innoviz solid-state lidar allows self-driving vehicles to navigate in all conditions. The announcement doesn't restrict lidar use only to cars -- noteworthy for a company that also makes motorcycles.
BMW’s Digital Day showcases automaker’s innovations in A.I. and 5G technology
BMW Group’s Digital Day, a sort of tech fair and outing held at its headquarters in Munich, gives the automaker an opportunity to showcase some of its latest developments and innovations in automotive technology. The focus at this year’s exhibition was increased intelligent vehicle connectivity.
2019 BMW M2 Competition coming this summer with more horses and torque
The 2019 BMW M2 Competition is coming to showrooms this summer. BMW says the new car adds an updated 405 horsepower BMW M TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder engine. The new M2's wide 406-pound-foot torque power band can rush the coupe to 60 mph in 4.0 seconds with DCT and 4.2 seconds with a manual shifter.
Check out BMW’s new autonomous R&D center
BMW Group announced the official opening of its latest R&D facility in Unterschleißheim just north of Munich specifically for researching and developing autonomous driving tech, showcasing the automaker's transition into a “tech company.”
BMW Group and Daimler AG join forces for expanded transportation services
Two of Germany’s major automotive stalwarts, BMW Group and Daimler AG, appear to be breaking competitive traditions in order to join forces together to offer customers a single source for sustainable mobility services. both Daimler and BMW hope to help reduce traffic congestion, fatalities, and curb pollution issues.
BMW headquarters raided by police, company denies diesel emissions cheating
German prosecutors raided BMW's Munich headquarters Tuesday in connection with a fraud investigation. BMW denies an illegal emissions cheating.
BMW’s Munich-brewed answer to the Porsche Panamera takes shape
Scheduled to arrive by the end of 2019, BMW's M8 Gran Coupe looks like the company's answer to the Porsche Panamera.
BMW mistakenly installs the wrong emissions software on nearly 12,000 cars
BMW is recalling nearly 12,000 cars after the company "discovered that the wrong programming had been installed."
BMW explains how the first-ever X2 will become king of the urban jungle
BMW's crossover and SUV line-up will soon grow again. We went behind the scenes to find out what went into developing and designing the first-ever X2.
How six new cars will set the course BMW’s design language will follow
Have you ever wondered what a 3 Series will look like in 100 years? Adrian van Hooydonk, BMW's design boss, has. Here is how he’ll get the brand there.
Once you go EV, you don’t go back. And BMW intends to keep it that way
BMW's electric car whiz talks about why motorists love electrified models, the future of solid-state batteries, hydrogen, and 800-volt charging.
BMW quietly reintroduces diesel-powered 5-Series to lineup
BMW will quietly reintroduce the diesel-powered 5-Series to its lineup as the 2018 540d xDrive sedan. It joins the 328d and the X5d as the only diesel BMWs available in the United States.
With its acquisition of Parkmobile, BMW looks to help you find a parking spot
BMW Group announced the acquisition of Parkmobile, an app that helps folks in North Anerica look for parking space.
The 2018 BMW X2 takes its official worldly bow in Detroit
The 2018 BMW X2 takes its official worldly bow in Detroit as a sportier, low-slung variant to the entry-level X1 crossover.
BMW sets two Guinness World Records, drifting sideways for 232.5 miles
BMW recently set two Guinness World Records drifting sideways for 232.5 miles in the all-new, 2018 M5 sedan.
Solid Power partners with BMW to bring solid-state batteries to EVs
Solid Power specializes in solid-state rechargeable batteries, and has just announced a partnership with the BMW Group.
BMW makes good on its promise to deliver over 100,000 EVs in 2017
BMW announced the successful delivery of more than 100,000 electrified vehicles to customers across the globe in 2017
BMW is investing in the future with a new test track for self-driving cars
This test track in the Czech Republic is made specifically for the testing of self-driving and electric cars from automaker BMW.
Manhat’s $465,000 BMW X6 concept is part dune buggy and part hot rod
Manhart turned the BMW X6 into an off-roader with a 900-hp V8, a full suite of off-road-focused equipment, and even an in-car fridge.
6 stunning rides we couldn’t take our eyes off at the LA Auto Show
The 2017 LA Auto Show press days have come and gone, and with all the reveals done, we're counting down our six favorites.
Fashionably late, the 2019 BMW i8 Roadster strolls into the Los Angeles show
On sale next year, the BMW i8 Roadster ushers in an updated plug-in hybrid powertrain that sends 369 horsepower to all four wheels.
Snapchat and BMW team up to bring augmented reality ads to life
Snapchat and BMW have teamed up to bring the first of Snapchat's augmented reality ads to life. This new ad will feature the BMW X2.
BMW imagines elevated tubes for speedy, comfortable ebike commutes
BMW is proposing a modern take on the bike path, putting them inside tubes with climate control, and with solar panels providing power.
The 453-hp 2018 BMW M3 sports sedan will satisfy your family’s need for speed
The 2018 BMW M3 CS is a special edition that applies the modifications from the BMW M4 CS coupe to the M3 sedan.