BMW Group has announced the BMW Concept ActiveE, an all-electric study vehicle developed to provide great driving experience with minimum environmental impacts. The world debut of the BMW Concept ActiveE will be held at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) 2010 in Detroit. Based on the sporty 1 Series Coupe, the emissions-free concept represents another milestone in BMW’s path for achieving CO2-free mobility. Just like in the electric vehicle test program for MINI E, the new BMW ActiveE will be delivered to interested customers which will have the opportunity to test it in real, everyday traffic. The ActiveE’s distinctive exterior can be easily recognized from the production BMW 1 Series Coupe by the Liquid White metallic paint finished with Electric Blue graphic elements, rear end with completely closed apron and the aerodynamically optimized, two-tone 18-inch light ...

A catalyst is a chemical reaction accelerant and can be found in every modern car. But where to find a biochemical emotion accelerant? In the incredible cabrios by AC Schnitzer. Open the top as soon as the weather turns fine, and enjoy a daily dose of endorphins. The tuning house has refined the 1-, 3- and 6-series for the senses, and provides a special feeling for spring. Unfiltered by panels and glass, the crescendo of the AC Schnitzer exhaust system hits the ear directly, and creates goose-pimples with every acceleration. With a performance upgrade from Aachen on board too, you’ll be in raptures – every press on the pedal is rewarded with a perceptible increase in wind speed. Up to 265 kW / 360 HP from the 3.0 litre turbo petrol engine in the 1- and 3-series cabrios unleashes a real hurricane. ...

BMW Group Research and Technology are developing an Emergency Stop Assistant, which enhances road safety in the event of a medical emergency. The Emergency Stop Assistant is part from research project titled “SmartSenior – intelligent services for senior citizens” launched from The Federal Ministry of Education and Research in Germany. Safety in an emergency Older people with intermittent cardiovascular problems frequently no longer trust their abilities at the wheel. This doubt stems from the fear of suffering heart or circulation-related problems while driving which might cause them to lose control of their vehicle and trigger a serious accident. It leads to a loss of personal mobility and, by consequence, a considerable drop in independence and quality of life – especially for those living in rural areas. These issues also affect people suffering certain health-related limitations such as diabetes. As Ralf Decke, project manager for SmartSenior ...

Entering the 2010 model year, the BMW 1 Series as the guarantee for the broad-scale impact of BMW EfficientDynamics and as the epitome of Sheer Driving Pleasure in the compact segment is gaining even greater significance. Two additional, extra-economical low-emission engine variants are enhancing the model range of the BMW 1 Series Coupé as of September 2009: In the guise of the BMW 120i Coupé and the BMW 118d Coupé there will then be two further models with the EU5 emission rating. Following the successful launch of the new entry-level three-door and five-door models, the BMW 116i and the BMW 116d, in spring 2009, the BMW 1 Series is once again proving its value as the pacemaker for efficient mobility combined with outstanding driving pleasure in the compact class. Other new models as of September 2009 are the Lifestyle and Sport Editions of the ...

As well as BMW, the winner here was automotive innovation. The top six engines in this category included two twin-turbos (one petrol, one diesel), a V10 with 580bhp, the world’s first diesel boxer engine, and a fresh version of Volkswagen’s TSI. The Bavarian auto manufacturer triumphed with what it claims ...

The 1 Series convertible (E88) officially debuted on September 29, 2007. The new 1-Series Cabriolet offers four petrol models ranging from the 118i's 143 hp 2.0-litre unit to the 306 hp 3.0-litre six-cylinder 135i, while a 177 hp (132 kW) four-cylinder turbodiesel will also be available. The convertible will be available with a fabric top, to differentiate it further from the now steel-roofed 3-series convertible E93. It is now in size and spirit very close to the original 3-series convertible. The fourth variant of the 1-Series, and the fourth open-top car from BMW, the 1-Series Convertible arrives in the nick of time. Compact exec convertibles with the right badge are thin on the ground, but as soon as the 1-Series Convertible debuts, Audi will roll out its A3 convertible. Like the Audi, ...

BMW launched the latest addition to the 1 Series line-up, the 1 Series Coupé (E82), at the Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung (IAA) 2007. The car went on sale on 24 November 2007. The flagship of the range will be the 135i with a 3-litre twin-turbo petrol engine, generating 225 kW/306 hp (DIN) with its six cylinders. This model also comes with a modified M sports package as standard. The 123d (150 kW/204 hp(DIN)) heads up the range of diesels and is the first ever 4-cylinder diesel engine to come with variable twin-turbo technology. In terms of fuel consumption, the 123d and 120d rate between 4.8 L/100 km (59 mpg imp/49 mpg US) and 5.2 L/100 km (54 mpg imp/45 mpg US). On June 27, 2007, BMW released official information about the new upcoming 1-series Coupé. In Europe, the Coupé would be available fall 2007 in 3 engine specifications: the known 120d and the new 204 hp 123d ...

The 1 Series was first offered to the market in 2004 as a five-door hatchback and is the only rear-wheel drive in its class. It replaced the BMW 3 Series Compact range and is currently the smallest and most affordable vehicle (depending on the engine model) in the BMW range. Unlike its predecessor, the new vehicle is built on its own platform (E87); however, it shares many components with the E90 3 Series. Shared parts include MacPherson struts in the front of the car and a trapezoidal-link rear axle. BMW has stated that it shares over 60% of components with the current E90 BMW 3 Series.[1] The 1 Series is built in Regensburg and Leipzig, Germany, with the 4 cylinder petrol/gas engines coming ...