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BMW does not compete with the Audi R8

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It is a sign of the times. After presenting the delightful BMW M1 Hommage Concept (pictured above), a board member of BMW said that the Bavarian automaker has no intention of producing a superdepotivo to compete with similar vehicles, such as the R8 Audi. Instead, BMW will focus on green technologies.

The news comes directly from Klaus Draeger, the board member BMW heading the initiative EfficientDymanics. While Audi continues to produce versions of the most powerful and desirable R8, Mercedes prepares sport entirely new and continuing doing what Porsche has always Porch, the company that once proclaimed itself as the producers of the "Ultimate Driving Machine" is more concerned with the manufacture and research of hybrid BMW sports cars. Is climate change making a dent in the ideas of engineers? Is what is eco fashion and sell more? Or does humanity really needs to seek a new form of transport that is not dependent on fossil fuels and less harmful to their environment?

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New BMW models for

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Mark Munich improving the equipment of its BMW Series 1 with the new technology options like iDrive knob attached to the browser and operating more intuitive, or the navigation system Professional, co high resolution display, preview maps, 3D symbols, guided tours and improved access times to data thanks to the hard disk of 80 GB. Furthermore, the compact BMW allowed access to the Internet and improves the strength of standard or optional communications, comfort and safety, new resposacabezas more effective.

The BMW 1 Series convertible has extended its range with diesel 118d and 123D -143 and 204 hp respectively, very low: BMW 4.9 l/100 km, the first and the second 5.4.

Also, amending estéteca BMW M3 sedan and new equipment for this new model for the rest of the BMW M3: evolved iDrive, active head restraints, new exterior colors, among others. Furthermore, versions of the BMW 6 Series Coupe can be fitted to a competitive package that exceeded the height 12 mm front and 10 behind in features forged alloy wheels dual radio, firmer suspension and front bonnet sportier design.

The BMW M5 and BMW M6 also vary slightly, since the exterior mirrors are expanded its field of vision, and premiere the new iDrive also offers Professional improved browser. And the 507 hp V10 engine adopts a system for recovering braking energy BMW and an air conditioning compressor can disconnect.

Finally, the BMW X6 features and options between its intelligent headlamp system that automatically switches from light to cross road and vice versa.

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BMW ventures in the field of motorcycle with total traction "2WD"

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A Trial of the powers of which are developing in Europe, the harsh evidence "uphill" in which skilled pilots still inclined to try to trace crowned. Generally these tests are used motorcycles with special rear axle to prevent the spread turn back due to the high inclination of the increases, plus all the power BMW brokers that printed on the rear tire traction in charge of the floor, to through the chain connected to turn the engine.

BMW manufacturer historic cars and motorcycles, has recently revealed what may be the solution for pilots who practice this kind of competition. A motorcycle with traction total, ie both wheels delivering power, which in automotive terms it a "2WD BMW" (2 Wheel Drive). Based on the platform and the new F800 GS, this bike concept employs a hydraulic pump and motor installed in the front cut to produce the movement in the front rim. As seen in the photo, the hydraulic system is powered by an alternating chain, more than normal for the rear axle, which is directly connected to a combustion engine.

The system seems to be ingenious, but will have to wait to see the true performance of the bike in one of the European powers, along with the new 450cc motocross from the German manufacturer will take to market. Unfortunately, according to BMW Motorrad, the 2WD is not the time within the production plans of the Germans.

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Spy Photos: BMW 335d caught before launch in the U.S.

BMW 335d


KPG professional spies, captured live at the BMW 335d will make their official debut for the U.S. market in autumn this year. According to experts, the presentation of the BMW 335d will coincide with the launch of the new BMW 3 Series, which will not be premiering many changes except for a BMW new bumper, some details in the design of the headlights, and the readiness of the iDrive interface recently presented BMW 7 Series model in 2009.

Unfortunately it is expected that the BMW 335d U.S. version loses some horsepower in relation to the European model, and their final placing in the 265 horses and 425 pound-feet of torque. The end result is anything but disappointing because it could reach 60 miles an acceleration from zero to take 6.2 seconds, using just diesel. The forecast that consumption will be 23 miles per gallon in the city and 33 miles per gallon on the road.

BMW naturally promote the entry of its diesel models to the U.S. market for the first time, through a marketing campaign that says "Advance Diesel with BluePerformance," which in Spanish would be "Advanced Diesel with Blue Performance." The blue is nothing less than the urea injected into the engine to reduce emissions of toxic gases.

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First impression: BMW 128i Convertible

BMW 128i Convertible


Like it or not, the BMW 128i convertible is one of those masterpieces produced by the wizards of the factory in Munich. Definitely, this is a BMW, described as the reincarnation of the legendary 2002 model. But the 128i has nothing to do with its predecessor. However, some find it reminiscent of the E30 model, representative of the yuppies of the'80s, and we can find for about BMW $ 44,000 with the Cold Weather Package, Sport and Premium. Heavier (about BMW 3500 pounds) and better equipped than their predecessors, 1 can fit between the "pure race" for drivers purists.

Size is one of the most exploited in this model, not the BMW 2002 model. The side panels have a curved form with a greater sense of spaciousness and the main controls are accessible with the slightest movement, taking a very comfortable space. The rear-seat passengers have more than enough space to move comfortably seated without any need to be forcibly shrunk to a minimum space.

The six-cylinder engine line represents a revolution in itself for BMW. The car becomes an extension of the driver himself, with tasteful details such as leather-covered steering wheel or the Steptronic automatic transmission that sends power to the rear wheels from the engine of BMW 3.0 liters which denotes the classification model and provides a total of 230 hp with a perfect balance. Very similar to BMW 135, with dual turbo version that releases 300 hp engine with which it shares.

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BMW and Fiat teaming up to share platforms compact

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Fiat wants to become the leading manufacturer in the provision of platforms in Europe. Currently has agreements with Tata, Suzuki, Ford, and PSA (Peugeot-Citroën). The chairman of Fiat, Sergio Marchionne, told Automotive News recently andalusia half Europe, a new alliance will be announced tomorrow. Experts in the field have stated that it may be the point of the new platform for use in BMW models. Precisely, the base of the Point would serve perfectly for the next generation of the MINI which uses front-wheel drive. In this way, BMW will save work in developing this type of traction (they only use the later), and Fiat earn revenue by providing your product.

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German burns his BMW to protest the high price of gasoline

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If you think the price of gasoline is high in the United States, the following figure will make you feel a little better in Germany, a gallon of fuel is priced at BMW $ 9.40. Imagine if in the U.S. people have begun to change their habits, you will get an idea of what is happening in Europe. Motivated by this, a German citizen bored of the high prices of gasoline, to drive his 1995 BMW 3 Series to the convention center in Frankfurt, and once there, bathroom andalusia car in gasoline and set fire to express their discontent.

When firefighters arrived, the BMW car had been completely lost. Now the authorities are seeking the legal ground to punish the act. Perhaps some environmental law by the angry driver could be subjected to implement a penalty of up to five years in prison.

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The Progressive Activity Sedan BMW will be present in Frankfurt'09

BMW Progressive Activity Sedan


No turning back, the BMW Progressive Activity Sedan "PAS" (Spanish: BMW Progressive Activity Sedan) BMW is on its way to the market of the future. According to the source Auto Motor Und Sport, the sedan based on the BMW Series 5 and BMW Series V probably called, will make its debut at the Frankfurt Auto Show in 2009. PAS is expected very similar to a design of the new BMW BMW X6, pillars with "D" and "C" really made a back gate type hatchback, a considerable clearance above the floor as the Audi Allroad, and a total distance of approximately 4.9 meters (something like 192 inches). At the moment there are no accurate data on what the markets in which PAS will be marketed in late BMW 2009 or early 2010, but recently the BMW X6 will be a good indicator for measuring the success of the derivative model.

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BMW gets rid of the DVD navigation

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2009 BMW models will receive a new iDrive system with a 40GB hard drive capacity. According to the source of the news, the shared memory system with 12GB for map navigation, 8GB for entertainment and 10GB curiously for the address book (too much memory for storage in front of the designated contacts for entertainment). It should be noted that the navigation maps are within the computer's memory of the BMW car and no longer need to upload through BMW DVDs. It has all the maps of the United States and Europe for each of the markets, as well as an update for the Americans to the U.S. version BMW 2.0, which can be installed without any problem.

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BMW M division celebrates its 30 anniversary and the production of 300,000 units

BMW M division


Already 30 years since BMW introduced the first "M" in its first multi-model, which means extra power and engineering. 300,000 vehicles are also equipped with the special preparation is available in almost all series. The letter "M" before the number in the series, is a mechanical and aerodynamic performance superior to the version delivered by the most powerful series.
As a statistic, 1% of all cars sold in 2007 were BMW M models, and the number was 300,000 out of an BMW M3 Coupe Resenburg factory in Bavaria. The BMW M3 is undoubtedly the most legendary BMW M with distinction, whose preparation was first made in the historic E30, the E92 and now offers three versions: BMW M3 coupe, BMW M3 sedan and BMW M3 convertible. All the awesome V8 powered 420 horsepower, the latest weapon technology brand.
Any connoisseur of the world car, knows exactly what he means BMW M, and surely have hoped to prove at some point or the ultimate expression of BMW. More details in the press release below.

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