Two world debuts of BMW’s flagship model will be launched in September 2009. The BMW 760Li will be power-driven by an all fresh 5,972cc twin-turbocharged V12 engine. This model will be the first BMW production car to attribute the marque’s new eight-speed automatic transmission and it will offer exceptional levels of performance and modification in the premium section.
The new all-aluminum V12 engine renders 544hp at 5,250rpm and 750Nm of torsion from just 1,500rpm through to 5,000rpm and it will deliver more than 100hp and 150Nm of torsion which is slightly higher than the previous model. This corresponds to a zero-62mph time of 4.6 seconds and an electronic-controlled top speed of 155mph. This performance will eclipse many sports cars, and still delivering with effortless serenity. Continue Reading

Wheeltronix told us the news before with their Big Scoop. But the latest news of the 2010 Z4 of the BMW has been launched in the UK. This new model features quite a lot of innovations which has never before been seen on a BMW of this type. The new brand which is the BMW Z4 is the first which is fitted with a two-piece, electro-hydraulically operated Retractable Hard-Top roof. This roof is such that it can be elevated or let down in 20 seconds.
The new BMW Z4 is also the first of its kind which extends Adaptive M Sport Suspension. This technique is fitted with a ride height 10mm lesser than the normal car for a more active drive.

A standard six-speed manual gearbox transmits the power to the road in all 3 BMW Z4s. The selection of a seven-speed Double Clutch Transmission, with the gear shift paddles situated on the steering wheel depends on the requirements of the buyer.

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BMW UK has assured that it will take part in the scrappage scheme of the government. The announcement of this scheme was declared immediately after the Budget proclamation. The government will contribute to the tune of £1,000 and this contribution will be matched by BMW to reach a total saving of £2,000 off a new BMW or MINI.

A consumer now can get a brand new BMW 116i Sport for just £242 a month, with zero deposit. The actual discount available on a BMW 116i Sport now amounts to a total of £3,260. This is because of the government scrappage payment, the corresponding BMW offer and a further dealer contribution. This BMW 116i model has class which tops the economy and low CO2 expelling. A zero to 62mph time of 9.8 seconds and turnout of 122hp ensues in a car that is also enjoyable to drive.

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It is not sure that a ‘double diffuser’ solution will be equipped to be contributed to the 2009 BMW-Sauber package for this weekend’s Spanish grand prix. Mario Theissen the team boss stated that “Whether it will be there or not is not yet definite.”
Sport Bild says that architects had devised a double diffuser for the single seater, but simulations from the computer brought up doubts about its effectivity.

The drivers’ teams which includes Robert Kubica, and who has not yet scored a single point, are not hopeful.
The Pole informed the publication that: “We will make a step forward in Barcelona, but whether it will be big enough is improbable.”
Teammate Nick Heidfeld added: “We did the first four races without big changes on the car, while the other teams constantly had new parts and went further ahead than us.”

BMW is facing very hard days and it is not able to make much money on the 1-series. This particular brand is capped in its higher price range due to competition with the 3-series. It has the same features and technology and is almost the same size as its larger brother. To solve this problem BMW is planning to reduce its production costs but at the same time having extra features in its next 1-series which is due in 2011 or 2012.

Engines and fuel efficiency will also play a vital role in the next-gen 1-series. The  Europeans will get an all-new 3 cylinder turbo petrol unit which is rated at an approximated 110hp (82kW). The new engine plus its new technology which can be applied to the 116d’s diesel engine, will allow more models for lesser CO2 emissions under 100g/km.

Tuning firm G-Power has unconfined a new Typhoon piece package for the BMW X5 which boasts an insistent exterior style kit as well as the accumulation of a supercharger.

G-power changes the 4.8-liter V8 engine’s function software, sets up new high flow fuel gadgets, and contributes a belt driven ASA T1-521 hd compressor which promotes the engine’s output from 355 hp and 475 Nm to 525 hp (386 kW) and 600 Nm of torque. The Typhoon dashes from 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds and has a top speed of 275 km/h (171 mph).
G-Power lends an all-embracing body kit which has an aggressive front apron with huge air inhalations and extremely stylized fender flares which renders additional headroom for the Silverstone Forged Edition forged wheels which are 11Jx23 front and 12Jx23 rear. The Typhoon features a diffuser, new rear apron, and two huge center-put on tailpipes which measure 114 mm in diameter.

Picture shows the face lifted 2010 BMW X5 undergoing final testing.

The present model dates back to 2007, BMW has determined to give the face lifted X5 a more insistent appearance by taking on the X6′s front bumper. Other changes in style are anticipated to include a vaguely tailored rear bumper, minor interior updates, and a possibles witch to LED taillights.

Engine alternatives will mirror that of the present X5, but the fresh twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 engine with 400 hp and 450 lb-ft of torque will substitute the old 4.8-liter V8 that gives 350 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque. Should probable owners fail to be overwhelmed by a sport-ute that can run from 0-60 mph in nearly six seconds flat, BMW will reveal a new X5 M which will show off a twin-turbo V8 that churls out a grotesque 550 hp.

It has been confirmed that BMW will be using a smaller turbo engine for the 2013 M3. It has been confirmed the upcoming ditching of the current V8 format. The naturally-drew out 4.0-litre V8 produces 309kW (420hp) and 400Nm of torque. Previous generation M3s used four and six-cylinder motors.
A report confirms that a new six-cylinder will be fitted but it will not be the same 3.0-litre twin turbo that is used in the 135i and 335i models. BMW is fiddling with the idea of a V6 for the M3. The new engine may not be more powerful than the V8 but the car would be light to counter this power handicap.
Finally assumption is that the M5 will get its cylinders cut to meet severe emissions laws and fuel economy standards. The M5 and M6 will have a double turbo V8 motor dismissing less than 5.0-litres.

Hamann declared that they at present have a body kit along with their tuning programme for the 2009 BMW 7 Series. Details are not being revealed for the moment with the exception of tyres run on 22-inch rims. Component parts which can be spotted are a rear boot spoiler, a rear roof spoiler, four tailpipes and new side skirts. The inner has sporty pedals, and black leather seats and carpets stitched with the Hamann logo.
The previous-generation Hamann 7 (HM 7.1) was declared in 2005 and was founded on the 760i/L. Hamman augmented the factory V12 engine power from 6.0-litres to 7.1-litres and contended to discharge 510hp (375kW) and 728Nm of torque. The 0 – 100km/h time enhanced to 5 seconds while its maximum speed went up to 312km/h (194mph).
Other models in the 7 Series are the 745i and the 745iL. These received a 5.2-litre V8 with augmented power to 412hp (303kW).

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BMW’s main single shareholder is the legendary Quandt family. The family holds 46% share of the Bavarian company. It could be debated that this bulk stake makes BMW a family business rather than a public company.

Recently BMW AG and traditional arch rival Daimler AG who are owners of Mercedes-Benz are going to buy stakes worth 7% in each other’s businesses. This was reported in Germany’s Der Spiegel newspaper. Now it is reported that the Quandt family will oppose such a deal.
Presently the two companies have agreed to buy in bulk parts that are common for both of them. BMW has the same kind of agreement with PSA Group where the Germans develop 1.6-litre petrol engines and the French use their monolithic buying power to bring down the total production costs for both entities. The deal is for 1 million engines where PSA takes 800,000 and BMW keeps 200,000.