The Royal Edition of the M3 is based on the standard coupe, and will be available in a choice of three princely colours: Regal Red, Bridal White and Imperial Blue. Inside, the M3 Royal Edition is trimmed in Windsor White Dakota leather and the car is adorned with a commemorative ‘Will’ emblem.
Joe Kerre, BMW junior operations Kindle executive at BMW’s Forschungs und Narren division in Munich, spoke passionately about the latest M car: (more…)
Wald International has announced their tuning package for 2011 BMW 5 Series F10. Nothing is mentioned about performance and interior upgrades, but there is no doubt that the company will surprise the fans.
The body kit includes extended wheel arches, new side skirts, a rear apron, roof spoiler and boot lid lip. The front bumper is redesigned, too. It features new apron, with large air intakes and integrated LED lights. The rear bumper is restyled a has with a set of elliptical exhaust tips. (more…)
BMW has recently released the new version of the well-known X3. The compact-SUV wasn’t the best car of the manufacturer, but it was very well sold. However, the 2011 X3 is completely different and as we hope, way better than the predecessor.
The engine line-up includes a 2.0 liter diesel in X3 xDrive2.0d with 184HP and 380Nm of torque. Top speed – 210 km/h and 8.5 seconds to 100 km/h. The top version is 3.0 liter twin-turbo charged six-cylinder in X3 xDrive35i with 306HP and 400Nm of torque. Top speed - 245 km/h and the 0 to 100 km/h takes only 5.7 seconds.
2011 BMW X3 xDrive35i is priced at 51 850 Euro and xDrive20d is priced at 39 100 Euro. (more…)
Mansory has revealed their tuning program for the flagship sedan of BMW – the 7-Series F01 and F02 (long version).
The exterior modifications include a new front bumper with integrated LED daytime running lights and a new carbon grille. Over the rear windscreen is a roof spoiler and the back end features a new apron, diffuser and integrated stainless-steel quad-pipes from the new sport exhaust system fitted by Mansory.
There are performance packages for the mighty 750i and the 760Li. The 750i with a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 consists of an ECU remap and sport air filter – the total power is 490HP (360 kW) and 720Nm (531 lb-ft). (more…)
G-POWER is proud to present one of the world’s most powerful BMW X6 M models. The X6 M modified by G-POWER boasts a TYPHOON S body kit, a titanium exhaust system and an output of 725 hp.
The TYPHOON S body kit, derived from the TYPHOON wide-body kit, enables an increase in cooling performance of up to 15% for the 4.4l V8 twin-turbo power unit in the BMW X6 M, paving the way for an increase of 170 hp in base output, taking it to a formidable 725 hp. (more…)
Prior Design has announced a special styling package for the 2012 BMW 6-series Coupe F12. There is no details about performance modifications, but the exterior is completely reworked.
It boasts includes a new front bumper with large air intakes, LED lights and carbon fiber lip spoiler. There is also a new front hood and the grille kidneys are painted in black. The package also includes new side skirts and rear bumper with black areas around the exhaust tips. Prior design has also added a small air diffuser.
The final touch is a set of enormous alloy wheels fitted with low profile tires and finished in matte black. (more…)
HAMANN-Motorsport presents the TYCOON EVO M based on the new BMW X6 M
HAMANN-Motorsport, the renowned specialist for exquisite refinements of BMW-automobiles shows its latest developments on the 80th Geneva Motor Show. The masculine show-piece on the HAMANN exhibition stand with 200 square metres is the world premiere of the 670 hp/493kW strong and 300 km/h fast TYCOON EVO M based on the BMW X6 M.
The TYCOON EVO M – powerful appearance with striking design
Already the shape of the TYCOON EVO M with its impressive broad built gives a good hint of what is to be discovered. Mainly responsible for that are the front and the rear wing extensions made of light composite materials. (more…)
The new BMW 6 Series Coupe
Captivating aesthetics, top-class performance, an exclusive interior and exceptionally innovative equipment features give the third-generation BMW 6 Series Coupe “dream car” credentials.
The ACS5 Sport S is based on BMW F10 550i. It comes with more power, the same fuel economy and nice exterior upgrades.
The ACS5 Sport S is powered by a 4.4 liter V8 with 540HP (397 kW) and 750 Nm (553 lb-ft) of torque, which is an increase of 133HP and 150Nm of torque. 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and top speed is 320 km/h (198 mph). (more…)
BMW ActiveE Electric Vehicle
The second phase of BMW Group’s electro-mobility development is ready to take to the road Woodcliff Lake, NJ – The introduction of the BMW ActiveE marks the launch of the second phase of the BMW Group’s electro-mobility development strategy. Like the MINI E before it, the BMW ActiveE will be available for lease in select markets beginning in Fall 2011. project i – research and development of tomorrow’s mobility.
The BMW ActiveE is the BMW Group’s next step towards an emission-free, mass-produced electric vehicle. Within the framework of project i, the BMW Group is carrying out research and development work on the development of electrically powered vehicles. The ultimate goal is the concept of a Megacity Vehicle (MCV) that meets the demands of a sustainable mobility solution for congested urban areas. For this reason, the drive components and battery technology that will be used in the MCV are being tested in the BMW ActiveE. (more…)
UNCOMPROMISING 1st M RS BMW with 521 HP by TUNINGWERK
The fact that the TUNINGWERK company specializes in BMW models, has geographical grounds, as Puchheim is a catchment area of Munich and probably rather the other way round. The BMW head office is situated in Munich. On the other hand, the question was only in time for the well-acknowledged BMW models that the 1st BMW M-Version would appear. TUNINGSWERK has given it no other name than the 1st M RS.
The motor, also referred to as engine, was completely modified. The transmission of the back axis was shortened up to 3.25 transmission ratios, optionally 3.45 are also possible. As a differential locking it has a suitable for the power to weight ratio Drexler lock. The cooling system was completely modified, including the second oil cooler. The model has a titanic exhaust system. The engine clutch has unconditionally optimized stability, it is well suited for the city traffic, and herewith a racing clutch is possible. (more…)
BMW will now offer an after-market upgrade for the M3 range – M Performance exhaust system.
The new sport exhaust system is made f a new heat-resistant material called Inconel, a chrome-nickel alloy. It reduces back-pressure inside the exhaust resulting in a new sound (check the video). Furthermore, the whole system is lighter than the original with 9 kg (20 lbs).
The aftermarket exhaust can be recognized by the laser-engraved M logo on those tips. (more…)