BMW Selects MOST Multimedia Networking Technology
Aug 29, 2005
HAUPPAUGE, N.Y.--Aug. 29, 2005--SMSC today announced that its MOST(R) multimedia networking technology has been selected for the new BMW 3-Series infotainment system, successfully introduced in early 2005. The BMW 3-Series is the largest selling vehicle for BMW. With the launch of the 3-Series, MOST is now the standard ... Continue reading
BMW Group DesignworksUSA Opens New Asian Studio In Singapore
Aug 25, 2005
SINGAPORE and NEWBURY PARK, Calif., Aug. 25 -- Anticipating the region's future influence on design, BMW Group DesignworksUSA, the California-based strategic design consultancy will open a studio in Asia's rapidly expanding market early next year. The plans were announced by Dr. Helmut Panke, Chairman of the Board of M ... Continue reading
BMW Narrows Ad Agency Search to Only Eight Semi-Finalists
Aug 24, 2005
Woodcliff Lake, NJ - August 23, 2005... BMW announced today the selection of eight agencies bidding for its U.S. Lead Brand Agency account. The agencies were selected from initial RFP responses and are: Anomaly Communications, NYC; Berlin Cameron/Red Cell, NYC; GSD&M, Austin, TX; kirshenbaum bond + partners, NYC; Publi ... Continue reading
Consumer Report Says Quality Not Incentives Most Important For Auto Buyers
Aug 16, 2005
Incentives Are a Short-Term Fix for Automakers, Study Says DETROIT August 16, 2005; Dee-Ann Durbin writing for the AP reported that a new survey of U.S. vehicle owners released Tuesday indicates that while this summer's employee discounts may give automakers short-term sales gains, improving quality is more important i ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Vehicle Smart Key System Evaluation for the BMW 7-series
Aug 12, 2005
DUBLIN, Ireland--Aug. 12, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c22522) has announced the addition of Vehicle Smart Key System Evaluation: BMW 7-series to their offering. As part of the 2004/2005 research program a series of detailed technical reports are being released based on a benchm ... Continue reading
New York City's Fine Motor Auction & Luxury Lifestyle Expo
Aug 10, 2005
NEW YORK--Aug. 10, 2005--Beginning on September 9th car enthusiasts will have the first-ever opportunity to view and purchase luxury automobiles and motorcycles from the largest and most distinctive collection of rare vehicles ever assembled for auction in Manhattan. The inaugural Rand/Workman Fine Motor Auction & Luxu ... Continue reading
Honda Comments About "Honda, GM and BMW Form Alliance for Fuel Cell Vehicles"
Aug 3, 2005
Tokyo, Japan, Aug 4, 2005: (JCN Newswire) Honda is participating in the LH Consortium (Liquid Hydrogen Consortium), whose objective is to develop a standard for the coupling mechanisms of liquid hydrogen tanks. This is merely a part of our comprehensive research into possible future hydrogen supply mechanisms and does ... Continue reading
Aug 2, 2005
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Aug. 2, 2005: The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI brands combined) reported July sales of 26,840, an increase of 11 percent over the 24,086 vehicles sold the same month last year. The BMW Group also reported year-to-date sales of 171,683 vehicles, up 2.4 percent over the 167,732 vehicles sold ... Continue reading
NHTSA Model Year 2005 Complete Rollover Ratings
Aug 2, 2005
Model Year 2005 Rollover Ratings NHTSA has released rollover ratings for model year 2005 vehicles. Comparative results can be viewed by class (SUVs, Pickups, Vans or Passenger Cars). The white bar in the Rollover Rating graphic represents the range of percentages for all vehicles tested in a given vehicle class (passen ... Continue reading
Aug 1, 2005
Rob Bunker proved the value of his targetted testing and coaching program with two strong results in Formula BMW USA races on July 30 and 31. The Bridgewater, N.J., driver is patiently climbing the ranks as he completes his rookie season with the series. Bunker, his Speed Secrets coaches and the AIM Autosport team have ... Continue reading
Jul 28, 2005
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2006 BMW 330i It's good to be the king, but when you're the king, someone is always out to get you. And when you're the benchmark in the compact sports-luxury class, it's no different. The BMW 3-Series has held that enviable position since the advent of the 320i in 1978, when it ad ... Continue reading
New Vice President Named at BMW Manufacturing Co.
Jul 28, 2005
SPARTANBURG, S.C., July 28 -- Dr. Thomas Arlt has been named Vice President of Logistics and Information Technology at BMW Manufacturing Co. He replaces Manfred Stoeger, who has assumed responsibility for after sales technical services and market development in Munich. Arlt has most recently been manager of Logistics P ... Continue reading
Jul 23, 2005
BMW PRICING CHANGES FOR 2006 Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) For All BMW Models Are Announced Woodcliff Lake, NJ, July 20, 2005... BMW of North America, LLC announces its new pricing for the 2006 model year. Effective September 1, 2005, the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) for all 2006 BMW vehicles and ... Continue reading
BMW Night Vision and High-Beam Assist Introduced
Jul 23, 2005
<![if !vml]><![endif]>BMW Night Vision and High-Beam Assist. Driving better in the dark. Contents. BMW Night Vision and High-Beam Assist. Improved driving in the dark. ... Continue reading
The New Re-Designed BMW 325 Dethrones Infiniti G35 on LeaseCompare.com's Top 10 List
Jul 19, 2005
CINCINNATI--July 19, 2005--Automobile Consumer Services, Inc. (ACS), the leader in online direct-to-consumer auto leasing, released a list of the top 10 most requested vehicles from its popular auto leasing website www.LeaseCompare.com for the second quarter of 2005. The Infiniti G35 has finally relinquished its two ye ... Continue reading
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