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BMW is a top German brand with the initials standing for Bavarian Motor Works. This Torque News page covers all BMW models, and the latest news and stories from the Bavarian Automaker. It is located in Munich Germany, and is known as “The Ultimate Driving Machine” which comes from their sporty driving dynamics. BMW is now a top brand in the U.S. market, because of models like the BMW 1600 and 2002 introduced in the late 60s, when their popularity skyrocketed. The high performance 2.0 liter powertrain, defined what a 'sport sedan' is, and created a generation of performance enthusiasts around the globe. BMW evolved over the years into a luxury brand with models like the 320i, 528i, 630 CSI and 733i luxury 4-door sedan.

Now BMW has a wide-range of sedans, sport coupes, crossovers and SUVs. The BMW 3 Series still defines the modern sport sedan, while the '5', '6' and '7'-Series are now recognized as top models in their respective categories. The top-selling vehicles now include the entry-level X1 to top-of-the-range X6 crossover coupe. BMW is also a global leader in the all-electric revolution and now includes the BMW i3 model and i8 performance car in their lineup.

The engine of the new BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Series

The new BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Series engine

By Patrick Rall on September 30, 2011 - 10:59AM

Theunique wheels of the BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Series

By Patrick Rall on September 30, 2011 - 10:57AM

The back of the new BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Series

The new BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Series from the rear

By Patrick Rall on September 30, 2011 - 10:56AM

The front of the new BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Series

The new BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Series from the front

By Patrick Rall on September 30, 2011 - 10:54AM

Premium prices above MSRP common now for used cars in U.S.

By Hawke Fracassa on September 29, 2011 - 7:04PM

NADAguides reported today that American car buyers are paying a premium for new and preowned 2011 models that they really want. It's an unusual trend that more than 100 used 2011 models have a premium showroom value that surpasses 2011 MSRP prices – some preowned 2011s are worth almost 40% more than their original MSRPs.

BMW increases apprenticeships to ensure competitiveness in auto industry

By KC Kelly on September 29, 2011 - 9:13AM

Exciting news for the job market was released by The BMW Group. It will be offering employment to novices, to train them from the bottom up for some great career opportunities with BMW.

BMW to build X4 sport crossover in 2014, according to CEO Reithofer

By Gordon Block on September 24, 2011 - 4:27PM

BMW CEO Norbert Reithofer has told German automotive magazine Auto Motor und Sport that BMW X4 all-weather sports coupe will fill the gap between the X3 and X6 in 2014.

BMW College Graduate program helps with auto loans and leases

By KC Kelly on September 23, 2011 - 3:45PM

BMW Financial Services has a new program called the College Graduation Program. Its agenda is to target college graduates and young professionals with expanded college graduate degrees under their belts in an attempt to help them afford leases or auto loans for purchasing new BMWs.

2012 Volkswagen CC, 2012 Ford Mustang, 7 others are NADAguides 'recommended buys'

By Hawke Fracassa on September 22, 2011 - 2:02AM

The new Quarterly Car Buyers Market Report issued Wednesday by NADAguides identifies nine current "recommended buys" from Audi, BMW, Chevrolet, Ford, GMC, Hyundai, Land Rover, Toyota and Volkswagen.

BMW Announces Performance Power Kits for 135i and 335i

By Gordon Block on September 19, 2011 - 12:16PM

BMW has developed Performance Power Kits that will add up to 20 horsepower to the twin-turbocharged 6-cylinder in the BMW 135i and 335i, without any compromise in emissions, reliability, or fuel economy.

BMW i8 Concept Side View

By Armen Hareyan on September 18, 2011 - 10:43PM

BMW's environmental stewardship lauded by Carbon Disclosure Project

By Don Bain on September 15, 2011 - 4:07PM

The BMW Group achieved its best performance ever in the just published Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) ranking wherein the BMW Group was named number one automotive manufacturer, ranking in the Top 10 of all participating international companies. Scoring 96 out of a possible 100 points, the company is listed in both the Carbon Disclosure Leadership Index (CDLI) and the Carbon Performance Leadership Index (CPLI).

GM Chevy Volt propulsion technology at 2011 NAIAS

GM needs more IC engine tech than BMW rumor has to offer for Volt propulsion

By Frank Sherosky on September 14, 2011 - 9:28AM

Despite an unconfirmed rumor set off by Der Spiegel Online that General Motors and the German automaker BMW are seeking some sort of cooperative arrangement with IC engine and electric propulsion, probability seems high, logical on the surface, but less of a win-win, at least for GM.

BMW careers: Company adds 3,500 new jobs

By KC Kelly on September 12, 2011 - 11:43AM

The BMW Group is adding to the world’s workforce innovation by creating new jobs and careers. BMW has said that they are about to take on approximately 3,500 new employees for jobs at its headquarters and abroad.

BMW to reveal six world debuts at the 64th Frankfurt Auto Show

By Don Bain on September 9, 2011 - 7:53PM

BMW is bringing six world debuts plus one European and one German debut to the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show this week - in the second largest metropolitan center in Germany nestled along the Main river.

New Cadillac ATS teaser video shows a manual transmission

By Patrick Rall on September 9, 2011 - 6:17PM

We are growing ever closer to the world’s first look at the Cadillac ATS (the vehicle dubbed GM’s BMW 3-Series fighter) and GM recently published a video on the internet of GM boss Mark Reuss driving the new ATS on a closed circuit – offering us a handful of quick looks at the interior features of the new sedan including Mr. Reuss rowing his own gears with the manual transmission.

BMW Group named automotive sector leader

By Frank Sherosky on September 8, 2011 - 9:53AM

BMW Group has once again been recognized as the world’s most sustainable automotive company - Sector leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for seventh consecutive year.

BMW the Official Luxury Automobile of Big Ten Conference

By Don Bain on September 6, 2011 - 5:26PM

BMW of North America has announced a partnership with the Big Ten Conference, the oldest Division I college conference in the U.S., to become the official luxury automobile of the 2011-2012 seasons covering football, men’s and women’s basketball, baseball and Olympic sports programs.

2012 Mini Cooper Coupe to make first appearance at 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show

By Gordon Block on September 5, 2011 - 10:35AM

Mini will finally bring its much-anticipated two-seater Cooper Coupe to the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show for all the world to see in person, along with a few other Mini special editions.

BMW opens Carbon Fiber plant in Moses Lake WA with 80 jobs

By Don Bain on September 1, 2011 - 6:35PM

The BMW Group's $100 million joint venture with SGL Automotive Carbon Fibers announced the official opening of SLG’s its new state-of-the-art carbon fiber manufacturing plant in Moses Lake WA, where the manufacture of ultra light-weight carbon fiber reinforced plastics (CFRP) for new BMW i vehicles will take place.

BMW taking headlamps to the laser light level

By Don Bain on September 1, 2011 - 3:28PM

Following their introduction of LED-only headlights, BMW is now developing laser light technology as the next step in the development of vehicle headlamps, thus lengthening the brand’s lead in innovative lighting technology.

BMW recalls 241,000 3-Series models over taillight failure

By Patrick Rall on September 1, 2011 - 11:29AM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced a recall of select BMW 3-Series models from the 2002-2005 model years over a concern of the taillights failing to function as the vehicles age.

NHTSA recalls 2009 BMW X5 for fire risks

By Patrick Rall on September 1, 2011 - 10:49AM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced a recall of diesel powered 2009 BMW X5 sport utility vehicles over a concern that the fuel line heater could stick on, vastly increasing the risk of fire in the worst case scenario.

New BMW recall includes 120000 cars, company explains handling

By KC Kelly on August 31, 2011 - 5:04PM

BMW, Bayerische Motoren Werke AG has issued a worldwide recall of approximately 120,000 BMW diesel cars, including automobiles from its 1 and 5 Series. Here is what affected today's recall.

BMW Group displays Highly Automated Driving

By Frank Sherosky on August 31, 2011 - 2:43PM

The BMW is once again showing why it is the Ultimate Driving Machine, as Motorway A9 from Munich to Nuremberg shows the usual high volume of traffic, but despite the stress of the situation, the driver sits calm and relaxed behind the wheel, because the automobile is doing the driving. It's BMW's automated car.

LIQUI MOLY introduces hypoid rear axle oil for BMWs

By Hawke Fracassa on August 13, 2011 - 4:07PM

BMWs in America need a special oil for their rear axles. LIQUI MOLY has now launched its fully synthetic GL 5 SAE 75W-140 LS hypoid gear oil for use on BMWs in the U.S.

NHTSA investigating BMW 7 Series for rollaway risks

By Patrick Rall on August 10, 2011 - 12:41PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched a preliminary investigation of the BMW 7 Series over concerns that the vehicles could roll away when left parked and should the federal department find a defect in the BMW shifting system, this could require BMW to issue a recall of affected vehicles.

The 2012 MINI Coupe configurator is live

By Patrick Rall on August 9, 2011 - 5:53PM

We have been looking at spyshots and then official images of the 2012 MINI Coupe but now, you can go to the Mini USA website to build and price out your dream Cooper Coupe.

2011 BMW 535i named NADAguides' best car for August

By Hawke Fracassa on August 2, 2011 - 4:04PM

NADAguides chose the 2011 BMW 535i for its August Car of the Month, "based on exceptional overall design inside and out, smooth power, controlled and comfortable drive, responsive handling and intuitive ahead-of-the-curve technology and safety features," the online automotive analysts said in making the announcement this afternoon.

SafetyPuck a bright idea that keeps stranded drivers safe

By Hawke Fracassa on August 1, 2011 - 6:14PM

If you're unlucky enough to be stranded with a flat tire or engine trouble, the new SafetyPuck from Milwaukee-based SafetyBright will illuminate you and your vehicle so motorists up to a half-mile away can see you.

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