Swank Gets Behind the Wheel of BMW's Hydrogen-Powered Luxury Sedan
Oct 31, 2008
Hilary Swank, two times Academy Award-winning Best Actress for Boys Don't Cry and Million Dollar Baby, has received the keys to a BMW Hydrogen 7, the world's first hydrogen-powered luxury sedan. The BMW Hydrogen 7 technology melds the luxury of BMW's largest sedan with the virtually emission-free power of a hydrogen co ... Continue reading
Driving Change, A New Consumer Report From BMW
Oct 27, 2008
Drivers are ready to buy more energy efficient cars but only if they can still deliver the highest levels of driving dynamics. And while modern-day motorists are opting for lower emission cars, it's not to save the planet, it's because the cars will be kinder to their wallets. ... Continue reading
BMW Introduces The New X5 M Sport Package
Oct 24, 2008
For the first time in its nine-year history, BMW is to offer the X5 Sports Activity Vehicle with an M Sport Package that enhances the already fine suspension settings and adds a further dash of sporting individualism to the exterior and interior. ... Continue reading
Active And Passive Safety At The BMW Group
Oct 22, 2008
"Supreme safety of the highest standard is a natural asset for the premium manufacturer. What makes our cars so unique is the overall approach we take in our safety concept" - states Klaus Kompass, BMW Group Director of Vehicle Safety, in describing the safety philosophy of the BMW Group. ... Continue reading
WSJ: Luxury Auto Makers Gird for Sales Slump
Oct 20, 2008
Washibngton DC October 20, 2008; The AIADA newsletter reported that since about 2002, BMW, Mercedes, Lexus, Acura, Audi, Infiniti and a rejuvenated Cadillac boomed as they lured upper middle class consumers into their showrooms with lease deals and financing that made their cars and sport utility vehicles affordable to ... Continue reading
A NEW EXPERIENCE - DRIVING PLEASURE WITHOUT EMISSIONS: THE MINI E
Oct 20, 2008
Woodcliff Lake, NJ - October 18, 2008; The BMW Group will be the world's first manufacturer of premium automobiles to deploy a fleet of some 500 all-electric vehicles for private use in daily traffic. The MINI E will be powered by a 150 kW (204 hp) electric motor fed by a high-performance rechargeable lithium-ion batte ... Continue reading
The MINI E: A New Experience - Driving Pleasure Without Emissions
Oct 18, 2008
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Oct. 18 -- The BMW Group will be the world's first manufacturer of premium automobiles to deploy a fleet of some 500 all-electric vehicles for private use in daily traffic. The MINI E will be powered by a 150 kW (204 hp) electric motor fed by a high-performance rechargeable lithium-ion battery, tr ... Continue reading
BMW WELT Celebrates its First Birthday
Oct 17, 2008
Already Well Over Two Million Visitors. Munich. On 17 October 2008 the BMW Welt is celebrating its first anniversary. And even after such a short time, this unique building presenting equally unique highlights ranks No 2 on the list of the most popular sights in Munich, more than 2.2 million people visiting the BMW Wel ... Continue reading
EPA Releases 2009 Most and Least Fuel Efficient Cars, SUVs, Vans and Trucks
Oct 16, 2008
Washington DC October 15, 2008; The EPA and U.S. Energy Department yesterday issued the 2009 fuel economy guide which is dominated by international makes. The overall fuel economy leader is still the Toyota Prius, rated at 48 mpg in the city and 45 on the highway. The smart car, which arrived in the United States last ... Continue reading
Diesel Sales Continue Their Rise in the Luxury Segment
Oct 13, 2008
The growing trend towards diesel-powered luxury vehicles has intensified according to the latest BMW sales figures and the trend could continue as a result of recent tax changes. ... Continue reading
Fourth Year of BMW Support For Frieze Art Fair
Oct 13, 2008
BMW will for the fourth consecutive year be supporting the Frieze Art Fair by providing its VIP courtesy car service. The fleet of luxury BMWs will be available throughout the duration of the Frieze Art Fair and available to artists, gallery owners, art critics and buyers amongst the guests at the sixth annual fair. ... Continue reading
BMW Group Reports Sales Increase For Year To September
Oct 8, 2008
The BMW Group was able to increase its sales volume for the year to the end of September 2008 by 1.7% compared to the previous year. Global deliveries reached a total of 1,113,972 automobiles (prev.yr. 1,094,849). ... Continue reading
BMW Financial Services Ranks Highest in All Four Dealer Financing Satisfaction Awards
Oct 8, 2008
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Oct. 7 -- BMW Financial Services of North America, LLC (BMW FS) has swept all awards categories, ranking highest in dealer satisfaction in the J.D. Power and Associates 2008 Dealer Financing Satisfaction StudySM released September 30. BMW Financial Services has earned the top ranking in the follow ... Continue reading
BMW Creates Limited-Edition 2009 BMW Individual 7 Series for 2008 Neiman Marcus Christmas Book
Oct 7, 2008
Unique delivery experience at BMW Welt in Munich and breathtaking drive in South of France included in Fantasy Package WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Oct. 7 -- BMW today announced that it will offer -- exclusively through the renowned Neiman Marcus Christmas Book -- a limited edition of its all-new 2009 BMW 7 Series, designed b ... Continue reading
Oct 7, 2008
In recent years, Continental, one of the world's leading suppliers of driver assistance systems, has been working towards a solution which would be suitable for different types of roads and road markings and which would operate in the most varied weather conditions in different parts of the world. ... Continue reading
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