5 More Celebrities Who Love Watching Motorsports
You’ve probably seen plenty of celebrities sitting courtside at a Lakers game or cheering along in the stands during the World Series. But did you know there are plenty of celebs who enjoy watching motorsports, too? Here are five more celebrities who enjoy seeing cars zoom past them on the track. Buying vs. Leasing: What’s […]
Kate Upton Hops Inside a BMW i8 During the FIA Formula E Championship in Montreal [VIDEO]
Formula E is a relatively new segment in the Motorsports world with a naturally rising popularity. Of course, it never hurts to tap into less organic sources of marketing for promotion, and Formula E is using one of the oldest tricks in the book: celebrity guest appearances. The electric-based racing circuit has hosted a number […]
Lucky Squirrel Barely Avoids Getting Hit by BMW Vehicle at Nürburgring
The Nürburgring motorsports complex is a place where the bravest racers show off their nerves of steel. Evidently, that courage and tenacity can also be found in other animals. For example, an extremely lucky squirrel managed to run out in front of a racing BMW and survive, thanks in part to the expert driving of the racer […]
Toyota May Use ‘Gazoo’ Sub-Brand to Compete with BMW M and Mercedes AMG
You may have heard of the “Gazoo” name before in the realm of motorsports, particularly in the context of the World Endurance Championship—for instance, just earlier this year, Toyota Gazoo Racing’s TS050 Hybrid LMP1 car came ever so close to winning the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans. Gazoo Racing represents Toyota in various other […]
Legendary BMW Engineer Passes Away
If you love the engineering and design behind your BMW vehicle, it’s very likely that it’s thanks to the hard work of BMW engineer Paul Rosche. Mr. Rosche served the German automaker for 42 years, from 1957-1999. From motorsports to the production line, his touch is in almost every part of the company. German Engineering […]
BMW Offers Driving School Taught By Legends
There are schools all over the world that claim they can teach you how to be the perfect driver. Whether you’re looking to be a better driver on the road, or you want to get your teen off to the right start, there is a driving school for that. BMW is throwing its hat in the […]
BMW Launches Museum Exhibit to Celebrate 100 Years
Did you miss BMW’s big celebration to commemorate its 100 years of business? Do you have financial access to a transatlantic airplane ticket? Consider booking yourself a trip to Munich and drop by The BMW Museum. Latest and Greatest: [Photos] 2018 Buick Enclave Avenir Launches Luxury Sub-Brand in United States To celebrate its birthday, BMW is launching […]
BMW Celebrates Centennial With New Race Livery
2016 is a big year for BMW, as it is celebrating its 100th birthday on March 7th. To begin the celebration, the motorsports arm of the automaker unveiled two new race liveries for this weekend’s 24 Hours of Daytona in Florida, one on car number 25 and one for car 100 (appropriately enough). Bobby Rahal and his […]
BMW’s Alex Zanardi Brings Home The Gold
BMW Works Driver Alessandro Zanardi is truly an inspiration to everyone at the automaker. He has been racing all of his life, and started his career as a Formula One driver. In 2001, a horrific accident on the track claimed both of his legs, and usually that means the end of a career as a […]
BMW and Lexus Working Together on Supercar to Beat Audi R8
The Audi R8 supercar is the taking the auto world by storm with its powerful performance and affordable price tag. Needless to say, Audi’s biggest competitors would like to take it out. BMW and Lexus have officially teamed up to build a car together to take the top spot. Lexus has experience building a supercar, […]
Epic Shell V-Power Nitro+ Commercial Features BMW 435i & Giant Monster
With summer come big blockbuster movies–and blockbuster commercials! If you’ve been watching any television this summer, especially any televised motorsports events, you’ve probably seen the 60-second commercial for Shell V-Power Nitro+. You probably also agree with us that it’s potentially the coolest thing running in between our favorite television shows. Check out the video below which […]
BMW M2 Spy Shots and Videos Have Us Hungering for More
If there’s one thing that gets our hearts a pumpin’ here at The News Wheel, it’s BMW’s lineup of track-ready M models. While the BMW M3 will always be our first love, the German automaker has plenty of other offerings that combine the luxury associated with the brand and the power that speed enthusiasts crave. […]
BMW i8 Earns 2015 Engine of the Year Award, Nobody Is Surprised
The BMW i8 supercar has been a popular model ever since it debut–even being purchased by notable celebrities–and not just for its style that breaks how we conventionally picture electric vehicles. If you’re to believe what some awards judges are saying, the BMW i8 isn’t just show–it’s a real performance machine. That includes the verdict […]
Customized 1989 BMW E30 M3 Selling On eBay For $224,500
Fans of popular automotive shows like “Top Gear” or “Street Outlaws” might find it interesting that a customized 1989 BMW E30 M3 is being auctioned on eBay for $224,500. Why the hug price tag? Because this M3 has been fitted with a 5.7-liter V10 engine that produces a reported 628 hp and 480 lb-ft of […]
[VIDEO] Bad Boy Orlando Bloom Customizes, Rides BMW S 1000 R Motorcycle
Just because you play an elf on the big screen doesn’t mean you have to drive like one! While English actor Orlando Bloom might be most-well-known as Legolas in The Lord of the Rings/The Hobbit movies, his real-life interests are a bit more…mechanical. Bloom actually has a passion for motorcycles, possessing and riding many BMW […]
Feeling Blue and Grey? BMW Releases i Look Lifestyle Collection
BMW has made a statement with its electric i vehicles–not just about renewable energy but about eco-friendly materials. As part of the brand’s push toward sustainability, 95% of the materials used to produce a BMW i3 can be recycled. To increase support of this green-conscious method of production, BMW has released a series of lifestyle […]
BMW Celebrating ALPINA Annviersary with B6 Gran Coupe at New York Auto Show
2015 is a milestone year for BMW. It’s the 40th anniversary of the founding of BMW of North America, the 40th anniversary of the company’s first major US motorsports victory at the 1975 12 Hours of Sebring, and the 50th anniversary of ALPINA Automobiles. To commemorate these monumental achievements, BMW is throwing a celebration at […]
BMW Highlights Water Injection, 1 Series, and 2 Series at Geneva Show
The 85th Geneva Motor Show is already underway, and BMW took the stage to introduce upgrades to its popular European models. BMW’s press conference took place on a stylish driving strip that functioned as a dynamic, rotating catwalk for multiple automotive models. Three Speeches by BMW Executives at the Geneva Motor Show BMW M4 MotoGP […]