With the launch of the 2008 BMW 5-Series, the automaker also introduced a regenerative braking system, which is the first time such a system has been used on a non-hybrid car.
BMW’s Brake Energy Regeneration system works by harnessing the energy currently lost through engine over-run during braking. Using an intelligent alternator, which engages during braking, […]

DaimlerChrysler and BMW have announced that they are expanding their hybrid system collaboration. The two German automakers have already worked with General Motors on the development of the two-mode full hybrid system, which will debut in early 2008 on the Chevrolet Tahoe/GMC Yukon and Dodge Durango.
DaimlerChrysler and BMW will work together to develop a mild […]

We’ve posted several sets of pictures of BMW’s new mystery roadster. While many thought this was the new Z9 (or Z6) because of the car’s size and folding hardtop, others thought this was the next-generation Z4, which is expected to grow to make room for a new Z2 entry-level roadster.
These new photos — the first […]

BMW will install French-built engines in its cars for the first time, according to German publication Der Spiegel.
BMW and PSA Peugeot Citroen currently produce the 1.6L four-cylinder that is used in the BMW’s MINI Coopers and the Peugeot 207. The two companies will produce a new four-cylinder engine that is destined for BMW’s 1-Series. The […]

Earlier this week we reported that BMW was scheduled to unveil a concept version of its M3 at the Geneva Motor Show. One of the key differences between the concept and the production version will be the license plate holder on the concept will be in the lower bumper area, while the production model will […]

BMW is planning to drop its new twin-turbo 3.0L six-cylinder diesel engine into its 6-Series coupe later this year. The restyled 6-Series will be available in a new 635d model, featuring the same diesel as the 535d sedan, according to U.K.’s Car.
The twin-turbo 3.0L six-cylinder develops 272-hp and 413 lb-ft of torque — more than […]

BMW is expected to unveil a concept version of the M3 at next month’s Geneva Motor Show, according to The Car Connection. The concept will be based on the new M3 Coupe, and one of the key differences will be a license plate in the lower bumper area. The production version will have its license […]

BMW has been rumored to be working on its X6 crossover for years, but two years ago, it confirmed it would build a sportvan, based on the X5. The sportvan, possibly called the F5, is expected in 2009. Now word is that BMW is also working on a 3-Series sportvan, likely called the F3. While […]

BMW revealed a restyled 1-Series that it will unveil at the 2007 Geneva Motor Show. The facelifted compact BMW will receive a larger twin-kidney grille, new headlamps, and reshaped bumper and lower front spoiler.
Perhaps the biggest news for the 1-Series is the availability of the new three-door version to go with the current five-door model.
The […]

The last photos of this new BMW roadster sparked a debate over whether this is the next Z4 or a new roadster which will likely be called the Z9 — although it could be the Z6. There is still some confusion about this roadster’s pedigree, but for the record it is significantly larger than the […]