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supercar hybrid technology found in porsche 918 and bmw i8 to be available to mass market

Supercar Hybrid Technology found in Porsche 918 and BMW i8 to be Available to Mass Market

GKN Driveline will be responsible for bringing the hybrid technology from cars such like the Porsche 918 Spyder and BMW i8 into affordable compact vehicles, and this announcement fires up an excitement in us. The reason for this important and future changing step is that the company has developed an eAxle module, which will help C-segment cars to be produced as plug-in hybrids, thus offering improved performance and CO2 reduction. And this of mor

bmw showcases the unique vision next 100 vehicle

BMW Showcases the Unique VISION NEXT 100 Vehicle

2016 season year meets BMW Group as the team celebrates its centenary under the motto THE NEXT 100 YEARS. Throughout brand's history, BMW has shown the world incredible technologies, striking innovations and passionate team that committed itself for bringing refined vehicles and outstanding design. Three are the qualities of BMW Group employees that drove the brand to such heights: the capability of learning and adapting, responsibility and of course, the undying desire for further innovations. In fact, part

luxurious and agile: bmw m770li xdrive at the geneva show. what does it offer?

Luxurious and Agile: BMW M770Li xDrive at the Geneva Show. What Does it Offer?

With the introduction of the new BMW M760Li xDrive, the BMW 7 series regains its good positions in the luxury segment. With exceptional power and refined driving capabilities, the new sweetie has a lot to offer. So, let's check it out! In terms of performance the new xDrive vehicle offers the titanic power of a M Performance TwinPower Turbo 12-cylinder petrol unit. this 6.6-liter V12 monster develops a total of 610hp (448kW) and has a peak tor

bmw x6 falcon by ac schnitzer is another “oscar-winner” debuting in geneva

BMW X6 FALCON by AC Schnitzer is Another “Oscar-Winner” Debuting in Geneva

As we have told you last week, AC Schnitzer will be present at the Geneva Motor Show. There they will not only exhibit and premiere the BMW M235i ACL2 we spoke about, but also this X6 called the FALCON. The SUV has been improved with an aero kit, but also includes power uprating, depending on the engine the X6 is equipped with, which makes it perfectly practical. There are also other tweaks that are worth mentioning, that make the FALCON a true s

bmw competition package: brand's tribute to m3 and m4 models

BMW Competition Package: Brand's Tribute to M3 and M4 Models

BMW M3 Saloon, M4 Coupe and M4 Convertible will be available with special Competition Package that improves dynamics and significantly boost performance rates. For example, BMW M3 Saloon and BMW M4 Coupe with 7-speed M Double Clutch gearbox will finish the 0-100km/h (62mph) in 4.0 seconds, while M4 Convertible will reach the same speed in 4.3 seconds. Impressive, right? Competition Pack will grant buyers with fine-tuned Adaptive M Suspensio

what happens when you change bmw m3’s v8 with m5’s v10? here’s the answer!

What Happens When You Change BMW M3’s V8 with M5’s V10? Here’s the Answer!

Alpha-N Performance has delivered the second tuning we are showing you today. This time under the spotlight is the adorable and favorited BMW M3. The tuners engaged in the development of carbon-fibre styling package and performance upgrade here, thus making the car with better visual characteristics and more motorsport oriented. The BT92 Aero Kit and More Starting with the carbon-fiber aero pack, it contributes for M3’s new and more muscular

g-power unusually boosts the mercedes-amg s63

G-Power Unusually Boosts the Mercedes-AMG S63

G-Power is mainly responsible for the transformation of BMW cars. So this is the reason why this project is rather unusual, because it involves a Mercedes-AMG S63. Besides the new styling feats it has been equipped with, it has also received performance boost and Vmax extender. Dressed in beautiful matt-pearl grey color, this car exudes masculinity and prominence. And here are the details: The Wheels This S63 AMG runs on special in-house created Hurricane RR forged alloys, which are ultra weight and come in 20- a

“less is more” is true in case you are driving ac schnitzer bmw m235i acl2 [w/video]

“Less is More” is True in Case You Are Driving AC Schnitzer BMW M235i ACL2 [w/video]

“Less is more” is a motto valid in not so many cases, isn’t it? However, this particular BMW Concept delivered by AC Schnitzer is one of those rare examples. Based on the BMW M 235i the project can show-off with 2.54 kg per hp. The car has another name, ACL2, with L standing for lightweight. In addition, it is so much more powerful, that it produces 570 hp with an ease. The additional power is due to a radical engine substitution, where

bmw showcases a 600hp alpina monster at the geneva show

BMW Showcases a 600hp ALPINA Monster at the Geneva Show

So, what is required for an Alpina supersaloon vehicle to become the most powerful yet? I'll tell you. All you need is an ALPINA-optimized 4.4-liter V8 power unit, capable of producing 600hp (441kW) and 800Nm of torque.  Still not impressed? What is also special about this unit is that it is further upgraded and fi

vorsteiner releases one-off aero program for bmw m4 f8x

Vorsteiner Releases One-Off Aero Program for BMW M4 F8X

This Frozen Gray BMW M4 F8X is a very special edition of the model and this is due to the additional treatment it has received from the California-based customization company called Vorsteiner. The tuners have released aero program, which has been specifically developed for the M4, being one of BMW model range’s most

bmw m2 coupe gets equipped with m performance parts

BMW M2 Coupe Gets Equipped with M Performance Parts

BMW M2 Coupe is finally getting its pack of M Performance Parts which enhance its aerodynamics, engine, cockpit and suspension. The new M2 is one of the top performance cars in its segment. In addition, its typical and charming extrovert design further underscores car’s dynamic character. Now, BMW is offering outstan

bmw to produce limited series of i8 protonic red edition

BMW to Produce Limited Series of i8 Protonic Red Edition

BMW i8 has been already sold in over 5,400 units this year. The big interest demands variety of trims for the customers and for this reason, the company is entering a special Protonic Red Edition that will be limited for only a period of time. Having a clever hybrid drivetrain, the i8 produces 362 hp (266 kW) and cover