2019 BMW i8 Coupe and Roadster The very first BMW i8 made its debut at the 2013 International Motor Show Germany, wowing guests with its efficient powertrain and impeccable style. Once the vehicle went on sale in 2014 and the butterfly doors of the plug-in hybrid opened up, there was no stopping this innovative vehicle….
Photo:Nina Puri and BMW Television commercials have remained a sort of hobby for famous Hollywood directors. The challenge of marrying consumer product sales with worthwhile art, being constrained to 15-30 second spots, can be enticing. Some directors actually began their careers producing advertisements, while others see it as a chance to flex their muscles. Each director’s approach to making a…
The very first BMW i8 made its debut at the 2013 International Motor Show Germany, wowing guests with its efficient powertrain and impeccable style. Once the vehicle went on sale in 2014 and the butterfly doors of the plug-in hybrid opened up, there was no stopping this innovative vehicle. Move ahead four years and we’ve…
Back in 2013, BMW released this BMW i8 Spyder concept design. With all the buzz the past couple months about the hot BMW i8 electric vehicle coming out, some of us have been wondering… what about that BMW i8 Spyder you’ve been teasing us with for years? At long last, BMW has released word on…
If you’re not pumped about FIA Formula E Championship yet, let me explain why it’s a big deal. Intended to generate buzz about new electric cars, the FIA Formula E Championship will function as the counterpart to the Formula 1 series but will feature single-seat, electric race cars. The global event will take place in multiple cities around…
2014 BMW i8 Exterior The 2014 BMW i8 is an all-new model and it looks like a futuristic concept that you would see on the floor of an Auto Show, but luckily for us, it is already in production. The sleek styling of the BMW i8 is unlike anything to come before it, and standard…
When you’re the most popular male fighter in the UFC, you can drop more than $450,000 on a couple of luxury cars in a day because big time fights equal big time paychecks. UFC interim featherweight champion Conor McGregor is no stranger to expensive luxury vehicles, as he just showed off his 2016 Cadillac Escalade last…
BMW i8 key fob Just a few days ago, an insider with BMW leaked some all-new BMW i8 key fob photos that have left all of our heads reeling. We all expected the i8 to be groundbreaking, revolutionary, something we’ve never seen before—but its key fob? Who woulda thunk? Reportedly, the BMW i8 key fob…
It looks like popular hip-hop star Fetty Wap is the latest celebrity that’s jumped on the BMW i8 bandwagon as the “My Way” crooner recently shared a picture on Instagram, which shows him and his son standing next to the exotic hybrid sports car. Helpful Hints: These useful tips can help you pick the right…
Raise your door if you think the 2014 BMW i8 Concours d’Elegance Edition is stunning If the recently-unveiled BMW i8 wasn’t exceptional enough for you, take a look at the one-of-a-kind 2014 BMW i8 Concours d’Elegance Edition (French for “elegance contest”). Not only is the i8 revolutionary in its own right as a leap forward…
The very first BMW i8 made its debut at the 2013 International… BMW’s mission to expand its electric lineup is certainly no secret. The… It’s been rumored for quite some time, and has been on people’s…
BMW i8 innovations like this HUD will be available in other models. Source: BMW YouTube Unless you have $135,000 to spare (or more, based on how inflated the prices for BMW’s revolutionary plug-in i8 hybrid are becoming), you probably will never get to use the fancy features of the technological glory that is the BMW…
The gorgeous BMW i8 charges beneath the solar carport concept The first BMW i3 in the United States has been delivered at last, and Americans everywhere are hotly anticipating the impending launch of the highly futuristic/powerful/desirable i8 plug-in hybrid sports car. For an official event to be held in Los Angeles in order to properly…
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BMW is converting wishes into realities with the latest i8 model It’s been rumored for quite some time, and has been on people’s wishlist for even longer. Today, the BMW i8 Roadster finally became a reality. BMW just revealed that the 2019 i8 Roadster would be released in spring of 2018. The new i8 variation was unveiled publicly…
An M version of the 5 Series will benefit from all-wheel drive Pictured: 2015 BMW X5 If BMW wants to continue increasing its performance on its “top-level” M-model vehicles, it’s going to need to embrace all-wheel drive instead of clinging to rear-wheel drive. The brand has been considering all-wheel drive for its M division as…
Pictured: BMW 5 Series GT Hybrid with Power eDrive… Could the future i5 look like this? Remember last month in March when AutoNews Europe interviewed BMW Group research and development chief Klaus Froehlich, who confirmed the next BMW i Series model wouldn’t be released until at least 2020? German publication Auto Bild has reported that…
As can be expected from such a self-assured and conservative brand, BMW didn’t stage the same spectacles that other automakers did this week at the Chicago Auto Show. Instead, BMW arranged its newest models in a simple, accessible display and invited visitors to walk up, poke around, and ask questions–much like the automaker did at the LA Auto Show. Just…
Pictured: The 2014 BMW i8 at the Chicago Auto Show If you’re a fan of the heavily-praised all-electric BMW i3 and i8, you’re probably already anticipating the announcement of the next revolutionary i model. Don’t hold your breath. The German automaker is nowhere near releasing a third vehicle with an i badge. As its designers…
Clive Owen’s “Driver” may return in a new slate of BMW Films this year What do directors John Frankenheimer, Ang Lee, and John Woo; actors Gary Oldman, Mickey Rourke, and Don Cheadle; and musicians Madonna, Marilyn Manson, and James Brown all have in common? They all had significant roles to play in BMW Films’ 8-short…
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,…
BMW has already been busy in 2013 with the release of the i8 hybrid, i3 EV, and the revamped 3 series. The reveal of the highly-sought-after performance brand prior to the New Year would prove as something of a fitting cap on an undeniably successful year for the German automaker. The bad news: this teaser…
Nestled between Lincoln and INFINITI in the South Hall of McCormick Place, BMW had practically every car in its lineup on display at the 2018 Chicago Auto Show. Classic BMWs like the various numbered Series vehicles were there, but most visitors were excited about the presence of the 2019 BMW i8 Roadster. The plug-in vehicle—placed…
Tesla brought a luxury sedan to North America that was also an electric vehicle, and despite its critics, the Tesla Model S has experienced notable sales success. Like any venture that proves profitable, others will try to do the same. BMW is planning to release an i5 EV to compete with the Tesla Model S….
An enigmatic new BMW i Division vehicle is reportedly on its way It seems that every few months, there’s a fresh rumor about BMW adding a new vehicle to its electric i Division. For an extended period of time, all signs pointed toward a model called the BMW i5. Eventually, BMW shelved that particular project….
The new BMW i3 is on a quest to not be boring Ever since the BMW i3 arrived on the automotive scene back in 2014, it has garnered a healthy amount of praise. With that said, the BMW i3 is not without criticism, most of which is due to its looks and lack of performance….
When BMW first launched the i Division brand, it was comprised of… Are you irritated yet? If you’re not, then you haven’t been keeping… Remember last month in March when AutoNews Europe interviewed BMW Group research…
The BMW i3 Photo: The News Wheel Leading premium carmaker BMW is strongly holding onto the luxury crown by unveiling its plans to launch an extensive lineup of futuristic concept cars and electric vehicles, as well as a trendsetting makeover of its existing sport utility vehicles. At its NEXTGen event held in Munich on June 25, the…
BMW X3 Image: BMW If you’re shopping for a compact crossover, take a look at the BMW X3. It’s compact, so it’s perfect for city driving, but there is still ample room for cargo and passengers. The upscale finishes take your driving experience to the next level. Related: Actor Shad Moss Receives First-Ever BMW i8 as…
Here’s hoping that Tom sets his “Cruise” control The Mission: Impossible series of films are among the most exciting in the movie industry. With Tom Cruise’s affinity for over-the-top stunts, it feels like each entry for the series tries to one up the previous movie with the amount of action set pieces it offers. At…
Gullible gearheads looking to go green might be excited by this BMW… Most automotive analysts speak of the “electric revolution” as something that is… BMW has extensively discussed its fleet of conceptual NEXT 100 vision vehicles.… If you are either a BMW fan or an electric vehicle fan,… Hello and welcome once again to In…
BMW’s mission to expand its electric lineup is certainly no secret. The automaker seems to be right on track for this goal, delivering more than 100,000 electric vehicles during 2017. By 2021, BMW plans to introduce the i4 and iNext EVs to its lineup. Yet, the introduction of these two EVs leaves the future of the…
BMW’s i3 and i8 vehicles stand out in the automotive industry due… It seems that every few months, there’s a fresh rumor about BMW… BMW’s current plans have the automaker introducing 25 new electrified models by… BMW has extensively discussed its fleet of conceptual NEXT 100 vision vehicles.…
It seems that every few months, there’s a fresh rumor about BMW… When BMW first launched the i Division brand, it was comprised of… Are you irritated yet? If you’re not, then you haven’t been keeping… Remember last month in March when AutoNews Europe interviewed BMW Group research… Having successfully conquered the electric vehicle (EV)…
BMW’s i3 and i8 vehicles stand out in the automotive industry due… It seems that every few months, there’s a fresh rumor about BMW… If you’re shopping for a used hybrid or electric car and find… BMW’s mission to expand its electric lineup is certainly no secret. The… Plug-in vehicles have continued their rising trend,…
Throughout 2018, BMW focused on its utility models, or Sports Activity Vehicles… Most automakers have experienced sales declines throughout the majority of the year… Although the beginning of 2018 was rather kind to automakers in terms… When BMW acquired the MINI brand back in 2000, the German automaker… At the beginning of the year, many…
When you first look at a BMW, you might not think that it would make a good canvas—that is, until you see the first BMW Art Car ever created, painted by none other than Alexander Calder. As the first artist commissioned to create an art car in 1975, Calder’s rendition has been the first of…
Deserving of “The Ultimate Driving Machine” title BMW vehicles are known as “The Ultimate Driving Machine.” Still, after a string of SUV and crossover vehicle introductions for the BMW brand, Bimmer fans have started to become concerned about whether BMW has abandoned its performance vehicle roots. Given BMW’s latest set of concept vehicles, that couldn’t…
BMW’s mission to expand its electric lineup is certainly no secret. The automaker seems to be right on track for this goal, delivering more than 100,000 electric vehicles during 2017. By 2021, BMW plans to introduce the i4 and iNext EVs to its lineup. Yet, the introduction of these two EVs leaves the future of the…
A while back, I read a little bit about the Chevy Volt,… Television commercials have remained a sort of hobby for famous Hollywood directors. The challenge… With all the buzz the past couple months about the hot BMW… Unless you have $135,000 to spare (or more, based on how inflated… AM radio, the oldest broadcasting service in…
2014 BMW X6 BMW Group sales in July for the United States were up 7.4 percent with 32,220 vehicles sold. 26,409 of those vehicles belonged to the BMW brand, which was up 9.8 percent year-over-year in what was its best July ever. MINI was down 2.3 percent from its July 2013 sales figures with 5,811…
While BMW’s sales were up, sales for the 5 Series were way up When BMW’s sedans managed to outperform the brand’s SUVs in terms of sales growth in August, it could have easily been considered an anomaly. However, with the same result two months in a row, it’s certainly a trend to start considering. Furthermore,…
The stylish BMW i3 has already enjoyed a stellar first year. Despite taking some heat for its hefty price tag (it is a BMW, after all) and a lackluster range-per-charge distance, the electric vehicle (EV) manages to continue garnering plenty of attention. The latest accolade won by the revolutionary hatchback EV is the 2015 Yahoo Green Car of…
Dashboard radios might start leaving AM on the side of the road, thanks to BMW. Photo: jiulliano AM radio, the oldest broadcasting service in the country, has seen better days. What had been a milestone in communication technology has become an oft-overlooked resource in America’s entertainment choices. The old-fashioned, low-quality signals of AM broadcasting has become…
If Edison knew the chargers used AC, he might blow a fuse Photo: Binksternet In recent months, BMW has diligently worked to increase the spread and influence of electric vehicles, both within its lineup and beyond it. BMW chose to launch its latest project at a location that makes sense on the surface, but becomes quite…
Although UFC fighter Conor McGregor came up short in his recent fight against Nate Diaz, that doesn’t make his collection of exotic cars any less impressive. Already known to own a Cadillac Escalade and BMW i8, McGregor recently shared new pictures of a Lamborghini Aventador convertible and Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead coupe. To buy both of these vehicles new,…
Recent EV models look very sharp, from the latest Chevrolet Volt to the sporty BMW i8. Charging them, however, requires special cables and plugs for the fastest possible charge, and some drivers might see those as unsightly additions to their garage. Nissan has decided to eliminate the cords and work toward a charging method that only…
The LEGO® Company has released many official replicas of popular vehicles, like the MINI Cooper and VW Beetle. For every one of these collector’s sets that gets released, however, there are a dozen other models that likely won’t ever make it to shelves. That’s why the LEGO Ideas forums are filled with gearheads’ interpretations of their favorite…
Hey, guess what? It looks like Ford is scouting for a Rear Wheel Drive Hybrid Systems Engineer, according to a posting on LinkedIn. While it’s not necessarily all news—Ford stated in July 2013 that they were developing a RWD hybrid system for trucks and SUVs—it begs an important question nonetheless: could it mean that we’ll…
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