LUMMA CLR X 650 M

CLR X 650 M – that is the name of the BMW X6 M after it underwent a rejuvenation by LUMMA Design. Instead of the serial 555 hp (408 kW), the V8-engine now renders powerful 650 hp (478 kW). Also, LUMMA Design increases the maximum torque from 680 to breathtaking 830 Newton metres. Thereby, the top speed rises to 312 kph.

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M SPORTS PACKAGE FOR THE NEW BMW X5

Munich. The new BMW X5 – set for launch in spring 2010 – now cuts an even more commanding figure with new, even more powerful engines and an extended selection of innovative driver assistance systems. All of which takes the characteristic driving pleasure of the Sports Activity Vehicle into a new dimension.

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BMW PHYSICS LESSON COMMERCIAL

New commercial from BMW: Is Efficiency and Dynamic really a contradiction? Well…sometimes it’s not.

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IT’S OFFICIAL: BMW CONCEPT 5 SERIES ACTIVEHYBRID

Parallel to the world debut of the new BMW 5 Series Sedan at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show, BMW is also presenting the concept of a future-oriented full-hybrid model in the upper midrange segment: The BMW Concept 5 Series ActiveHybrid for the first time offers the combination of a BMW straight-six with electric drive, setting new standards for sporting pleasure at the wheel and superior sustainability in this segment.

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INITIAL BMW Z4 GT3 IMAGES & STATS SURFACE

As part of its customer racing programme, BMW Motorsport is offering private teams another attractive car from 2010: the BMW Z4 GT3. This sports car is an impressive addition to the BMW product range and offers drivers and teams the opportunity to compete in international and national championships in accordance with GT3 regulations – such as the FIA GT3 European Championship, International GT Open and the ADAC GT Masters – as well as in 24-hour endurance races.

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G-POWER 760i STORM REVEALED

After the large success of the two world record cars G-POWER M5 HURRICANE RS and G-POWER M6 HURRICANE CS which with their 750 hp strong 5,0l V10 bi-compressor engine can be only obtained as a complete vehicle via the G-POWER manufactory, the so-called “G-POWER Supercars” will become an inherent part of the future G-POWER programme.

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BMW RAHAL LETTERMAN RACING TEAM UNVEILS LIVERY FOR 2010 ALMS SEASON

Today, the BMW Rahal Letterman Racing Team began the 2010 American Le Mans season with a new livery on both BMW M3 racing cars, helping to tell BMW’s worldwide Story of Joy. The 2010 BMW M3 GT debuted at the traditional pre-season ALMS Winter Test in Sebring, Florida. The new livery features words and phrases emblematic of the spirit of the campaign, which was launched in North America on February 12th during coverage of the Opening Ceremony of the XXI Winter Olympic Games.

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TYCOON EVO M BASED ON THE BMW X6 M

HAMANN-Motorsport, the renowned specialist for exquisite refinements of BMW automobiles shows its latest developments on the 80th Geneva Motor Show. The masculine show-piece on the HAMANN exhibition stand with 200 square metres is the world premiere of the 670 hp/493kW strong and 300 km/h fast TYCOON EVO M based on the BMW X6 M.

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BMW AT THE GENEVA MOTOR SHOW

A thoroughly updated and upgraded range of models combining unique driving pleasure with outstanding efficiency – this is what premium car
maker BMW is proudly presenting at the 80th Geneva Motor Show 2010. New models in numerous segments, an even wider range of power units combining outstanding performance with enhanced efficiency, plus fascinating concepts for the powertrain of the future clearly prove the unique innovative power of the brand.

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PERFORMANCE POWER KIT AND AERO ACCESSORIES FROM BMW FOR THE X6

The BMW X6 stands out in particular through its unique sporting looks and performance, unmistakable design adding a most exclusive touch. And now the truly discerning driver is able to make the driving experience and looks of the world’s first Sports Activity Coupé even more outstanding, tailoring all the car’s features to his individual, sporting preferences.

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655 HP PACKAGE BMW M3 FROM MANHART

What Paul Rosche was for BMW in formula 1 in the 1980s, that’s what Günter Manhart is for the BMW tuning scene now, namely the undisputed motor pope. For decades he developed the BMW power trains for many renowned tuners, but remained completely incognito. But that has come to an end because for a few months now, Manhart is storming the tuning charts with sensational compressor and V10 reconstructions and even successfully competed in the high speed circuit at Nardo, Italy, with his M3 E91 Touring with V10 motor (an absolute unique).

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AVUS PERFORMANCE BMW M3

The BMW M3 has always been one of the sportiest cars around. To make an M3 even sportier Avus Performance in Berlin put their hands on the M3. A modified suspension, exhaust system and carbon exterior and interior parts are only half of the beautiful looking M3.

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AC SCHNITZER BMW X1

The BMW X1 is the latest welcome addition to the compact vehicles segment, and brings the characteristic BMW “Driving Pleasure” to this class. With an extensive range for the BMW X1, the AC Schnitzer version now celebrates its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show 2010.

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BMW 335d SEDAN WINS AJAC’S 2010 BEST NEW DESIGN AWARD

The BMW 335d Sedan won the “Best New Design” award for 2010 as
presented by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC). The award was handed out as part of the 2010 Canadian Car of the Year (CCOTY) awards that opened the Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto.

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BMW M GMBH ANNOUNCES SPRING 2010 PRODUCT RANGE. M3 COMPETITION PACKAGE

Munich. More driving pleasure, reduced emissions: this principle of the development strategy BMW EfficientDynamics applies equally at the very highest level of performance. As of spring 2010, the high-performance model BMW M3 consistently combines its outstanding driving performance figures with further reduced fuel consumption and exhaust emission levels.

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