With the new 1-series, BMW is offering a new dimension in dynamics and lifestyle. And with the 1-series F20 (5-doors) and F21 (3-doors), Aachen-based tuning experts AC Schnitzer are also offering even more individuality and driving pleasure. For the M 135i by AC Schnitzer the company has several tuning elements up its sleeve.

In its standard configuration, the six-cylinder 3.0-liter engine produces 320 HP (235 kW) and 332 lb-ft (450 Nm) of torque, but after AC Schnitzer works its magic power is increased to 360 HP (265 kW) without increasing CO2 emissions. (more…)

Alpha-N has revealed their tuning variant for BMW 1M coupe is next in line. The vehicle dubbed by Alpha-N as the 1M RS features a ventilated carbon hood, front fascia add-on carbon lower spoilers, carbon roof, carbon luggage lid spoiler and a carbon rear fascia diffuser.

For engine performance, Alpha-N offers basic upgrades which consist of a remapped ECU, new air intake and exhaust system, all of which provide an addition 70 HP (51 kW) over the serial 340 HP (250 kW) for a total of 410 HP (302 kW).

Other upgrades include a MAC high-performance braking system which include 6-piston calipers, 380 mm disks and braided stainless steel lines. Lastly, lightweight OZ Superforgiata rims measuring 8.5×19-inches in the front and 10×19-inches in the rear are fitted with a Michelin Cup tires in 245 and 265 width. (more…)

6331 BMW 1 Series M Coupe (E82) were built, but many has missed the opportunity to order the highly anticipated compact sports and annoyed now immeasurably. Fortunately, there are also a solution for these cases, because TJ vehicle design from the Taunus turns any ordinary 1 Series Coupe with the best ingredients a vehicle must not hide behind the lines from Garching.

While G-Power has been shown recently that in the engine compartment the BMW 1-series to accommodate a supercharged V8, can go TJ an even higher step: The by his fans still beloved high-revving V10 with the internal code S85 known from the last generation of BMW M5 and BMW M6, can also be accommodated in the 1er. (more…)

BMW’s award-winning and cleanest car currently on sale in the UK now has another accolade. A BMW 116d EfficientDynamics five-door Hatchback entered into the RAC Future Car Challenge 2012 achieved an outstanding103mpg over the 64-mile Brighton to London route, winning the Best Internal Combustion Engine class in the process. (more…)

Although the new BMW has established 1er Series F20 long in the streets, is based on the “old” 1st-generation E82 1 Series M Coupe but still the uncontested and undisputed star of the 1 Series model range – especially in the tuning industry. With an innovative high-tech solutions and high-end stainless Parts individualized and optimized 1 Series M Coupe-interpretation rolls now the ATT-TEC GmbH Rastatt limelight. (more…)