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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.

If You Think the BMW i8 is for the Rich and Famous, a Pricier M i8 Has Been Confirmed

By Denis Flierl on December 13, 2016 - 9:20AM

Get ready for a new BMW M i8 sports car. It’s been confirmed by BMW M

Here’s What Makes the BMW M2 an Emotional Pick

By Denis Flierl on December 10, 2016 - 8:25AM

In Japan’s Car of the Year 2017 award, the BMW loses to the new Subaru Impreza compact. Why did it get the “Emotional Award”?

BMW M2, Porsche 911 Carrera 4S, Mercedes AMG C63 S Coupe

BMW M2 Beats Expensive Sports Cars to Take “Best New Premium Sports/Performance Car” Award

By Denis Flierl on December 8, 2016 - 9:19AM

The new BMW M2 beats much more expensive sports cars to take home the “Best New Premium Sports / Performance Car” award. Which sports cars does it beat?

BMW M2 Coupe, BMW M240i, Car and Driver 10Best

BMW M2/M240i Win Car and Driver’s 10Best Compact Sport Sedans

By Denis Flierl on December 7, 2016 - 7:42AM

The BMW M2 and the BMW M240i make the annual Car and Driver’s 10Best list of the best automobiles for sale in the U.S. It’s nothing new for the M240i.

VW Will Join Other Automakers In An Ambitious Electric Vehicle Charge Network Plan

Will Euro EV Charging Plan Become A Blueprint For The U.S.?

By Marc Stern on November 29, 2016 - 11:25PM

Volkswagen and three other automakers have announced ambitious plans to grow a network of thousands of high-capacity charging stations across Europe so that driving an electric will be like driving a gasoline-powered vehicle.

Electrification Defines 2017 ‘Green Car of the Year’

By Parks McCants on November 8, 2016 - 12:00PM

With public acceptance and subsequent production momentum finally taking hold in the North America Hybrid, EV car and light truck segment, “electrification” dominates this year’s Green Car of the Year. A sign of the times? Perhaps.

2017 MINI Plug-in-Hybrid, MINI Countryman, Hybrid

BMW Announces First-Ever Plug-In Hybrid MINI; Here’s Why it Will Be More Fun-to-Drive Than the Standard Model

By Denis Flierl on October 18, 2016 - 8:39AM

BMW announces a new plug-In hybrid MINI; Here’s why it will be more fun to drive than the standard model.

BMW M4, M4 DTM Championship Edition 2016, M4

BMW Announces New M4 DTM Championship Edition; Why You Need to Act Fast to Get One

By Denis Flierl on October 17, 2016 - 8:08AM

BMW has Announced a new M4 DTM Championship Edition model. You will need to act fast to get one.

BMW M2 Coupe, BMW M235i Coupe, M235i Convertible, BMW M3, BMW 340i

New M2 Scores Sportiest Car Award; BMW Wins Remarkable 5 Best-in-Class Victories

By Denis Flierl on October 14, 2016 - 7:40AM

The BMW M2 Coupe wins “the Sportiest Cars of 2016” award. BMW M picks up an impressive 5 class wins.

The Country that Brings You the BMW M2 Wants to Ban All Gas-Powered Cars by 2030

By Denis Flierl on October 12, 2016 - 1:04PM

The country that brings you the BMW M2 is calling for all gas-powered vehicles to be banned by 2030.

BMW Owner Parks His Mint-Condition M3 in Living Room to Protect it From Hurricane Matthew, This is True Love

By Denis Flierl on October 10, 2016 - 7:34AM

One BMW Owner protects his mint BMW M3 from hurricane Matthew and parks it in his living room. This is true love.

2016 BMW M3, 30th anniversary of the M3 performance sedan

4 Strange BMW M3 Prototypes You Didn’t Know Existed, Thankfully they Never Made it to Production

By Denis Flierl on September 27, 2016 - 10:12AM

Check out these 4 BMW M3 prototype models built by BMW M GmbH you probably didn’t know existed. Thankfully, they never made it to production.

BMW Issues M2, M3, M4 Recall for Loose Sub-Frame Bolts Increasing the Risk of a Crash

By Denis Flierl on September 24, 2016 - 8:31AM

Certain BMW M2 Coupes, M3 Sedans, M4 Coupes and M4 Convertibles are being recalled for not replacing the rear sub-frame bolts.

BMW 3 series, Autobot, Transformers, Letrons

Watch Jaw-Dropping BMW Quickly Transform itself into an Autobot, it Will Make You Want One [Video]

By Denis Flierl on September 23, 2016 - 11:36AM

Watch as a Cool BMW 3 Series transform itself into an Autobot. It Will Make You Want One.

BMW 3 Series, next-generation BMW 3 Series, 2018 BMW 3 Series

How One Woman’s BMW 3 Series Dream Car Turned into Her Worst Nightmare

By Denis Flierl on September 20, 2016 - 8:18AM

How can a BMW 3 Series dream car become one woman’s worst nightmare?

2016 BMW 3 Series, Acura ILX, Audi A4, Cadillac ATS, Lexus IS250

Don’t Buy a New BMW 3 Series if You Want a Car That Holds its Value

By Denis Flierl on September 9, 2016 - 10:50AM

Are you thinking of buying a BMW 3 Series? It’s the Bavarian automaker’s top selling car, but it depreciates faster than any other car segment.

Rumored: Is BMW Getting Ready to Chop the Top on the M2 Coupe?

By Denis Flierl on September 7, 2016 - 8:42AM

Will BMW chop the top on the M2 performance coupe? According to reports, they are.

2016 BMW M2 Coupe, Jeremy Clarkson, Star Car

3 Reasons Why BMW M2 is Jeremy Clarkson’s Favorite M Car

By Denis Flierl on August 18, 2016 - 8:29AM

The BMW M2 Coupe is now Jeremy Clarkson’s favorite BMW M machine. Why does the M2 get him so exited?

Why is the BMW M2 Missing From Monterey Car Week?

By Denis Flierl on August 9, 2016 - 10:06AM

You won't see the BMW M2 at Monterey Car Week 2016. Why is it missing?

Elvis’ Rare BMW 507 Surfaces in Pebble Beach

By Denis Flierl on August 5, 2016 - 10:34AM

The ultra-rare BMW 507 was once owned by Elvis. It’s been restored and will surface in Pebble Beach.

Why BMW 2 Series Beats Mercedes CLA-Class, Audi A3 and Lexus CT

By Denis Flierl on July 29, 2016 - 8:31AM

BMW’s 2 Series wins the Small Premium Car category of the J.D. Power APEAL Study. How does it beat Mercedes, Audi and Lexus?

BMW Issues Stop Delivery for M2 Rear Differential Replacement

By Denis Flierl on July 23, 2016 - 8:36AM

BMW has issued a Stop Delivery on some BMW M2 Coupes. What is the issue?

Simple Reason Why All-Alectric BMW 3 Series Will Be a Hard Sell Against Tesla Model 3

By Armen Hareyan on July 14, 2016 - 10:21AM

Tesla Model 3 so far had the Chevy Bolt as its real competitor, but now we have the all-electric BMW 3 Series coming up and code-named G20 and here is why it will be very hard to sell, especially against Tesla Model 3.