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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.

Mini Cooper Police Cruiser Will Fight Texting and Driving
By Keith Griffin on March 18, 2011 - 7:47AM
At first blush, a Mini Cooper as a police cruiser is a ridiculous idea, unless of course it's being used as a public relations tool in the fight against texting and driving. Then, it becomes a ridiculous idea for a serious cause.
German automakers evacuate employees from Japan over nuclear risks
By Patrick Rall on March 16, 2011 - 1:30PM
BMW And Volkswagen Auto Group both urged European citizens living in Japan and working for the automakers’ Japanese operations to head back to Germany with the looming danger of nuclear explosions.
New Detailed Information Released for BMW 650i Coupe
By Keith Griffin on March 14, 2011 - 6:27AM
The new BMW 650i coupe boldly goes where no 6 Series has gone before – it's actually a good looking car whose design matches its performance, according to new detailed information.
BMW 1-Series M Coupe configurator is live
By Patrick Rall on March 10, 2011 - 12:54PM
While it isn’t the fastest vehicle in the BMW M series lineup of high performance vehicles, the new 1-Series M Coupe is one of the most eagerly anticipated cars to come from BMW in years and you can now build your own dream M Coupe on the BMWUSA.com website.
BMW teases next M5 in new video
By Patrick Rall on March 4, 2011 - 3:36PM
The folks from BMW have released a video of the new BMW M5, giving us our best look at the upcoming super-sedan and while the M5 shown throughout the video is wearing the all-too-familiar swirly camouflage, this gives us a good taste of what is coming from the German automaker.
Gas at $4 a Gallon Will Change Car Buying Habits
By Keith Griffin on March 3, 2011 - 11:00AM
The CEO of LeaseTrader.com says gas will have to hit $4 a gallon before car buying habits change.
BMW bringing the Alpina B5 BiTurbo Touring to Geneva
By Patrick Rall on February 28, 2011 - 9:55AM
Alpina has a long history of making high performance versions of the newest BMW non-performance models along with adding even more luxurious interior amenities and when the 2011 Geneva Motor Show opens, show-goers will be introduced to the new Alpina B5 BiTurbo Touring – based on the BMW 5-Series wagon.
The rear end of the Alpina B5 BiTurbo Touring
By Patrick Rall on February 28, 2011 - 9:50AM
The front end of the new Alpina B5 BiTurbo Touring
By Patrick Rall on February 28, 2011 - 9:48AM
The Mini Rocketman Concept unveiled in images ahead of Geneva
By Patrick Rall on February 22, 2011 - 6:46PM
Behold the latest chapter in the modern Mini lineup – the Rocketman Concept – which is set to make its full debut at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show but thanks to these images, we have an early look the new compact.
The Mini Rocketman Concept from the rear - all opened up.
By Patrick Rall on February 22, 2011 - 6:43PM
The rear corner of the Mini Rocketman Concept
By Patrick Rall on February 22, 2011 - 6:42PM
The Mini Rocketman Concept with the twin hinged doors open
By Patrick Rall on February 22, 2011 - 6:41PM
The Mini Rocketman Concept front the driver's side
By Patrick Rall on February 22, 2011 - 6:40PM
The front end of the Mini Rocketman Concept with the doors open
By Patrick Rall on February 22, 2011 - 6:39PM
The new Mini Rocketman Concept from the front end
By Patrick Rall on February 22, 2011 - 6:37PM
When BMW says "mobility services" they're talking new technology
By Don Bain on February 22, 2011 - 1:51PM
We told you yesterday about BMW’s new sub-brand and the new cars coming next year. The same think tank in Munich responsible for the new line is developing a wide array of new interactive automotive technology including touch screens galore and games that improve the fuel efficiency of your driving.
Geneva Show will feature smart forspeed concept electric vehicle
By Keith Griffin on February 22, 2011 - 7:03AM
A lot of the concept vehicles being presented at the Geneva Motor Show are just steps away from production but common sense indicates the smart forspeed electric vehicle may never get the green light.
BMW enters The Age of Electric Autos with BMW i
By Don Bain on February 21, 2011 - 6:39PM
BMW is testing the Electric Mini and the ActiveE BMW as a prelude to their new sub-brand BMW i. The lower case “i” is a portent of the decade of unprecendented “innovation” we are now entering as well as BMW's “intention” to be among the leaders of this evolution.
BMW Top Exporter in United States
By Keith Griffin on February 18, 2011 - 9:44AM
According to U.S. Department of Commerce figures, BMW is the top exporter of automobiles in the United States.
Now you have seen it all: an Electric BMW
By Don Bain on February 15, 2011 - 3:37PM
BMW makes Mini Coopers, so technically it’s not the first electric “BMW.” Nevertheless, just take a look at the other electric cars on the market. Chevy’s Volt, Nissan’s Leaf, the coming electric Focus, the planned Volvo entry - they are all small cars! Though this is no mid-size sedan, it is based on the BMW 1-series coupe and carries a truckload of technological advances we would’ve thought still a few furlongs down the road to the future.
Grand Cherokee Selected Official Winter Vehicle of New England
By Keith Griffin on February 15, 2011 - 2:09PM
The New England Motor Press Association has overwhelmingly selected the Jeep Grand Cherokee as its Official Winter Vehicle of New England.
BMW Subsidiary Working on Subway of the Future
By Keith Griffin on February 2, 2011 - 2:22PM
BMW Group subsidiary DesignworksUSA is working with Siemens to develop the design of the new Metro Inspiro, which has us inspired if this what the subway of the future is going to look like.
Semi-Finalists for World Car and World Green Car of the Year Announced
By Keith Griffin on February 2, 2011 - 10:09AM
The 10 semi-finalists for the World Car of the Year and six semi-finalists for World Green Car of the Year have been announced.
Global markets still lacking a global automotive ETF
By Frank Sherosky on January 31, 2011 - 8:27PM
Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) cover just about every industry and sector except the one that is growing by leaps and bounds in emerging markets - the global auto industry.
Kiplinger Announces Best in Class Vehicles for 2011
By Keith Griffin on January 31, 2011 - 3:05PM
Kiplinger has announced its Best in Class new vehicles for 2011 and only one domestic vehicle is in the mix.
Carl Benz invented automobile this day 125 years ago
By Frank Sherosky on January 29, 2011 - 12:15AM
It was 125 years ago today, Carl Benz taught the world to play, as he filed an application in Berlin for a patent on his three-wheeled motor car.
BMW announces information on their new turbocharged 4-cylinder
By Patrick Rall on January 28, 2011 - 6:36PM
We have known for some time that BMW would be introducing a turbocharged 4-cylinder in the US market and today, the automaker has revealed some official specs on the new turbo 4.
The 2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe hits the scales
By Patrick Rall on January 27, 2011 - 5:50PM
When the new BMW 1-Series M Coupe was unveiled at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show earlier this month, the performance world was introduced to the latest and greatest M vehicle and thanks to the folks at Axis of Oversteer, we know have an official real world curb weight for the new BMW M Coupe.
The passenger side rear of the 2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe
By Patrick Rall on January 27, 2011 - 5:44PM
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