Category: BMW

BMW X6 promises to be among the most controversial of new vehicles introduced this year.

Tech savvy consumers made up approximately 5% of the new car buying population in 2007, up from just 2% in 2006. As Gen Y matures and enters the new vehicle market in greater numbers, AutoPacific expects these numbers to continue their growth.

BMW Joins the Effort to Spread the Diesel Gospel
If there’s one company out there whose powertrain reputation is beyond reproach, it’s easily BMW. Some underwhelming 4-cylinders from the 80s and 90s aside, it’s hard to point out any BMW motors that weren’t powerful, engaging, soulful, and indestructible. Except for the indestructible part, those descriptors certainly don’t describe diesel, at least in the minds of North American drivers.
In case you hadn’t heard, the Europeans are firing their first volleys in their attempted diesel revolution in the US. They’ve actually tried for years to sell Americans on diesels, touting their economy and longevity as advantages. But thanks to some really notably awful diesels from the 70s and 80s (and consumers’ long memories), the only takers have been automotive eccentrics. Today though, in the days of rising fuel prices and international instability, there is a significant increase in interest in fuel-saving technologies.

The Clubman is 9.45 inches longer than a standard MINI, and rides on a 3.15-inch longer wheelbase.

BMW adds soft-top convertible to the 1-Series lineup

BMW will bring us only the second M3 sedan ever and a droptop 1-Series convertible in spring 2008, complementing the M3 coupe and 1-Series coupe that already promised a good summer for BMW.

In Frankfurt, BMW introduced their next new SUV, in concept form. The X6 is due at BMW dealers in 2008.

First images and information: BMW's 3.0L I6 moves a small coupe into dealerships next spring. Here's your first look at the top model, using the same 300HP engine as the 335i, the 135i.

First images and information: BMW's 3.0L I6 moves a small coupe into dealerships next spring. Here's your first look at the top model, using the same 300HP engine as the 335i, the 135i.

Lexus LS460 and BMW 7-Series win AutoPacific 2007 Vehicle Satisfaction Award for Premium Luxury Cars