http://bmw-vehicles.net/ Site news Fri, 02 Oct 2009 22:49:50 GMT uCoz Web-Service AC Schnitzer and Hartge are two of the most famous car tuners and they need no introduction. Over the years, each one of these companies focused part of their efforts on the BMW brand and several “tuned-up” bimmers were released by the two of them.
Hartge was the first one to open doors with their own version of the BMW X6 xDrive35d. First changes were made to the powerplant, the twin-turbo 3.0 liter diesel engine received an upgrade to 328 horsepower and 675 Nm of torque. To handle all that weight and power, Hartge X6 xDrive35d was placed on ultra-wide tires, 295 / 30 ZR 22 at the front and 335 / 25 ZR 22 at the rear.
Suspensions have been lowered as well by 30 mm. The Hartge X6 runs from 0-62 mph in 6.8 seconds and has a top speed of 159 mph.

 

http://bmw-vehicles.net/news/2009-10-03-58 Lviv http://bmw-vehicles.net/news/2009-10-03-58 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 22:49:50 GMT Well, we’re not sure how we missed the free BMW rides at the Frankfurt Auto Show, but it seems like other people managed to spend some driving time on the inside track built by BMW in Hall 11. If you ignore the “cheesy” song playing inside the car, the video is actually quite fun, but we’re still a bit disappointed that we the driver didn’t turn off the music so we can hear that engine roar…..
But before you jump into the four minutes long video, here is a quick history on the BMW ActiveHybrid 7. It uses a different electric drive setup from the X6 Hybrid and it’s being considered a mild hybrid. The system was developed in collaboration with Mercedes Benz. The upgraded V8 twin-turbo with High Precision Direct Injection runs together, at the same time, with a 3-phase synchronous electric motor ...]]> http://bmw-vehicles.net/news/2009-10-03-57 Lviv http://bmw-vehicles.net/news/2009-10-03-57 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 22:48:16 GMT The next generation BMW M5 continues its testing sessions at the Nurburgring track. The fellows over at the SpyShots.nl managed to capture the test mule on video this time. Judging by the video, it seems that the F10 M5 will not disappoint.
According to sources close to Edmunds, next generation BMW M5, due in 2011-2012, will have a turbocharged V8 engine. The twin-scroll 4.4 liter engine which debuted in the BMW X5 M and X6 M earlier this yea develops 555 horsepower and 500 lb-ft of torque and it’s unclear if BMW will decide to up these numbers.
The drivetrain of the F10 BMW M5 will feature a similar KERS system as the one found in the Formula 1 monoposts which will offer fuel savings technologies. The KERS will also feature a boost button imported from the F1 cars that will allow the driver to unleash all the energy stored up...]]> http://bmw-vehicles.net/news/2009-10-03-56 Lviv http://bmw-vehicles.net/news/2009-10-03-56 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 22:46:04 GMT North American car shows season is just around the corner and journalists across the country are gathering to rank the top automobiles in 2010.
2010 North American Car of the Year top starts with an extensive list of vehicles, but as time progresses, some are being eliminated. On the initial list, BMW was represented by the BMW Z4, X5 xDrive35d, 335d and the new 5 Series GT. After the initial round, three out of four have been eliminated, but the 3 Series sedan diesel continues the race.
BMW has been out of the American diesel market for around 20 years now and they marked their return last  year with the  twin-sequential-turbocharged 3.0L diesel engine for the newly refreshed 335. BMW’s first 50-state-legal diesel delivers 265 hp at 4220 rpm, and an all too fun 425 lb-ft of torque between 1750 and 2250 rpm. D...]]> http://bmw-vehicles.net/news/2009-10-03-55 Lviv http://bmw-vehicles.net/news/2009-10-03-55 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 22:43:28 GMT BMW X1 reviews continue to pop up in our RSS reader. This time, our friends over at Edmunds.com, spent some time behind the wheels of a new BMW X1 at the Leipzig plant in Germany. All the X1 reviews we have seen recently are targeting the European automobile market and consumers; and the official launch date was set for October 24th.
Those of us living in the U.S. will have to wait a little longer than a year before we would see the entry level SAV. So far reviews have been on the positive side, with the main focus being placed on efficiency and performance. There are still voices that disagree with the interior design quality, but that’s another story we’ll get into in the near future.
Hidden deep into their review, there is a small piece of information that will make some of the BMW fans happy: “But then the BMW peop...]]> http://bmw-vehicles.net/news/2009-10-03-54 Lviv http://bmw-vehicles.net/news/2009-10-03-54 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 22:41:58 GMT It goes without saying that 2010 is announcing to be an eventful year for BMW. Several BMW models will emerge out of the Munich gates, the BMW 5 Series, BMW X3, BMW ActiveHybrid7 and possible the new 6 Series. BMW recently announced that fifteen new vehicles will be available next year, including the life cycle impulse models.
One of them is the 2010 BMW 3 Series Convertible and Coupe which will be receiving a minor facelift. Both the Coupe and Convertible versions will receive LED rear lights, revised front/rear bumpers, and new side skirts.The headlights will get a different “eyebrow”, similar to what we have seen in the E90 LCI.
New side mirrors will also be available in the LCI models.
Inside, the BMW 3 Series Convertible will receive the ConnectedDrive system which allows for in-car internet access. ...]]> http://bmw-vehicles.net/news/2009-10-03-53 Lviv http://bmw-vehicles.net/news/2009-10-03-53 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 22:01:29 GMT The new BMW 5 Series has not launched yet nor any official photos made their way into to the hands of the anxious BMW fans, but the automobile manufacturing company based in Buchloe, Alpina, is already testing its own version of the 5 Series, codename B5.
Some of you might be surprised to see the Alpina B5 being so far into the testing process, but truth is that BMW’s ties with Alpina are very strong and their close collaboration has been known for years.
Sporting the same funky camouflage seen on the BMW test mules, Alpina B5 is already showing a more aggressive rear-end with wider side skirts. Now many of you might wonder how one can distinguish between this test mule and the BMW ones, and is it truly an Alpina car?

 

Motorsport presented several of their models at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Earlier today, we saw their own version of the popular BMW 7 Series and now, we are going to take a look at the BMW X6 Tycoon EVO, the widebody Sports Activity Coupe.
The revolutionary difference to its predecessor is the newly designed fender extensions and the striking rear. The visual and sonorous highlights of the rear part are the earthy sports exhaust system with the remarkable center double end pipes.
The masculine appearance of the TYCOON EVO is mainly emphasized by its new front wings and back wing extensions made of light composite material. They broaden the body by striking 60 millimeters. The perfectly designed side skirts render the optical connection while the front apron is an outstanding eye-catcher with its large air inlets and the LE...]]> http://bmw-vehicles.net/news/2009-09-22-51 Lviv http://bmw-vehicles.net/news/2009-09-22-51 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:53:58 GMT The beauty of attending an European car show is the opportunity to see the work of many famous tuning companies. Companies like Hamann, Brabus and others have a constant presence at these auto shows displaying their latest models.
The German based tuner Hamann brought out a variety of vehicles, from a Ferrari California and BMW 7 or X6, to Fiat 500. The Hamann 7 Series was introduced earlier this year and followed through with several small upgrades.
The exterior has been obviously received the most upgrades, starting with a new front skirt and continued with a roof and rear spoiler. LED daytime running lights which are integrated in the new front skirt, render a sporty-dynamic look.

 

The dual twin...]]> http://bmw-vehicles.net/news/2009-09-22-50 Lviv http://bmw-vehicles.net/news/2009-09-22-50 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:52:59 GMT BMW 7 ActiveHybrid made its debut also at the Frankfurt Auto Show. Along with the X6 Hybrid vehicle, the 7 ActiveHybrid plays an important role in BMW’s EfficientDynamics program. Despite the fact that the two hybrids share a common branding name, the ActiveHybrid 7 uses a different electric drive setup from the X6 Hybrid and it’s being considered a mild hybrid. The system was developed in collaboration with Mercedes Benz.
The upgraded V8 twin-turbo with High Precision Direct Injection runs together, at the same time, with a 3-phase synchronous electric motor which is positioned between the engine and the torque converter. The electric motor generates approximately 20 hp and peak torque of 155 lb-ft.
The “pumped up” V8 twin-turbo engine produces 40 horsepower more than the engine found in the 750i/Li models to a total o...]]> http://bmw-vehicles.net/news/2009-09-22-49 Lviv http://bmw-vehicles.net/news/2009-09-22-49 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:52:07 GMT