2006 BMW M3 Convertible Review
Apr 16, 2006
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2006 BMW M3 Convertible Is the BMW M3 convertible a kinder, gentler M car? Yes it is, but only relative to the serious, take-no-prisoners M3 coupe. The convertible is still an extremely capable sports car, with first-class chassis dynamics and engine performance. If its drop-top, a ... Continue reading
Japan Automakers' Target Both Economy and Luxury
Apr 14, 2006
NEW YORK, April 13 Jui Chakravorty writing for Reuters reported that Japan's automakers this week unveiled new U.S. models targeting the high demand for hybrids and luxury cars -- including an upcoming Lexus sedan that will rank as the priciest hybrid to date. Toyota's Lexus LS sedan, which will go on sale in 2007, was ... Continue reading
BMW 3 Series Voted 2006 'World Car of the Year'
Apr 13, 2006
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., April 13 -- The BMW 3 Series was voted the 2006 "World Car of the Year." The multiple-award winning 2006 BMW 3 Series received its latest kudos in an awards ceremony held in conjunction with the New York International Automobile Show. "World Car of the Year" awards are voted on by an independent p ... Continue reading
BMW Announces New Interface for iPod With Expanded Model Availability and Features
Apr 12, 2006
System will be Available for new 3 Series Sedans and Sports Wagons as well as 5, 6, and 7 Series WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., April 12 -- BMW today announced the debut of a new BMW Interface for iPod that will enable seamless integration of the iPod for the newest generation of BMW models. With the new BMW Interface for iPod ... Continue reading
Apr 10, 2006
Vehicle Design students at the Royal College of Art have produced remarkable artworks using Genuine BMW Parts. The project, fusing engineering with art, offered the students a unique take on something many admitted to taking for granted: the components themselves. BMW UK Ltd approached the College with an unusual propo ... Continue reading
BMW M Coupe and Z4 Coupe Make North American Debut In New York
Apr 9, 2006
BMW M COUPE AND Z4 COUPE MAKE NORTH AMERICAN DEBUT IN NEW YORK Prices start at $40,795 for Z4 Coupe 3.0si and $49,995 for the M Coupe Woodcliff Lake, NJ - April 6, 2006... The BMW M Coupe and Z4 Coupe 3.0si will make their North American debuts at the New York International Auto Show. The Z4 Coupe 3.0si, with its 255-h ... Continue reading
Club Revolutionizes How Car Enthusiasts Experience Driving the World's Most Desirable Automobiles
Apr 5, 2006
BOSTON--April 5, 2006--Scott Speed's Squadra Piloti is a national club that provides car enthusiasts with access to virtually any car that they want to drive. By connecting local car enthusiasts with each other, the club makes it convenient, affordable and hassle-free for its members to routinely drive a variety of exc ... Continue reading
Production of Z4 Coupe Begins at BMW Manufacturing Co.
Apr 5, 2006
SPARTANBURG, S.C.--April 4, 2006--Production of the BMW Z4 Coupe and M Series Z4 Coupe began today at BMW Manufacturing Co. The Z4 and M Coupes will be available in dealerships in early summer. As with the Z4 Roadster and X5 Sports Activity Vehicle, all Z4 and M Coupes will be built exclusively at BMW Manufacturing, th ... Continue reading
Apr 5, 2006
MINNETONKA, Minn.--April 4, 2006--Of all auto brands sold in North America, BMW is the leader at putting high-tech features, such as Advanced Driver Assist into its cars, according to Telematics Research Group (TRG). The TRG Automotive Technology Index measures the availability of key telematics, infotainment and drive ... Continue reading
2006 New York International Automobile Show: Bursting with New Models
Apr 4, 2006
NEW YORK, April 4, 2006: Many of the world's automakers have pulled out all the stops to make 2006 the most amazing year ever for new vehicle introductions. And where can you see them all under one roof? The 2006 New York International Automobile Show from April 14th to April 23rd. "There are more all-new cars and truc ... Continue reading
BMW Group Reports 11 Percent Increase in First Quarter 2006 Sales
Apr 3, 2006
BMW Brand Sales Jump 14 Percent Year-To-Date WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., April 3 -- The BMW Group (BMW and MINI brands combined) reported year-to-date sales of 72,588 vehicles, an 11 percent increase over the 65,536 sold in the first quarter of 2005. The BMW Group also reported an increase of 17 percent in March sales, for 2 ... Continue reading
BMW 2002 tii Classic Celebrates Birthday and Resurrection
Mar 31, 2006
Munich - March 31, 2006: The BMW 02 models are cult cars that uniquely embody the spirit of the 1960s and '70s. The aim was to revive this exciting era by reconstructing the 2002 tii model out of individual components. Motoring nostalgics can experience the legendary "young classic" close up from 06 - 09 April at the w ... Continue reading
BMW Branch In Munich Opens The World's Largest BMW Motorcycle Center
Mar 30, 2006
5.6 million euros invested+++Just in time for the start of the 2006 season, the BMW Branch in Munich is opening its new Motorcycle Centre at Frankfurter Ring 29, right next to the main operation.+++ Munich - March 30, 2006: Just in time for the start of the 2006 season, the BMW Branch in Munich is opening its new Motor ... Continue reading
BMW Presents New F 800 S and F 800 ST Motorcycles - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY
Mar 28, 2006
With the two models BMW aims for the middleclass sector of the motorbike market. The F 800 S features a more sportive design, whereas the F 800 ST is targeting the touring segment. ... Continue reading
For Immediate Release - LG Motorsports Pre-Race Report
Mar 28, 2006
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: John Thawley Email: johnt@c2group.com LG Motorsports Heads To St. Petersburg For 2006 SPEED World Challenge GT Upbeat Team Looks To Build On Sebring Results Detroit – March 25, 2006 LG Motorsports heads to St. Petersburg, Fla. this week for round two of the SCCA Pro Racing SPEED Wo ... Continue reading
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