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For over a decade, sim racing has been on my radar, but it truly took hold during December 2019 when I attended a BMW eSports event at BMW Welt in Munich. That was the moment the racing bug bit me deeply, and ever since, I’ve been yearning for my own sim racing rig. Why I […]

Justifying the full M over the (sometimes) only slightly less high-performing M Performance model, or even a base model, isn’t easy. But one reason some will spring for the M3 over the 3 Series, for example, is a persistent rumor that claims M vehicles hold their value better. Using data gleaned by the researches over

The glory days of the Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft are long gone. Nevertheless, it’s always worth taking a moment to reminisce. This M3 hails from the golden era of the E30 in DTM, complete with a gurney flap. It made a spectacular appearance over the weekend at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed. Free from emissions

Ask most enthusiasts about the origins of German all-wheel drive, and the answer is nearly always the same: Audi Quattro. But while Ingolstadt’s rally weapon hogged the spotlight in the early 1980s, BMW was quietly preparing its own take on all-weather traction—one that would arrive without fanfare, but ultimately shape the trajectory of the brand

BMW M is known for its legendary performance cars, but some models never quite got their moment in the spotlight. From the forgotten M540i to the misunderstood X3 M, these are the most underrated M cars worth a second look. Established in 1972, BMW M has arguably become the most popular performance brand among major

BMW is celebrating the 3 Series’ golden jubilee this weekend at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed. To properly mark 50 years since the E21 debuted, the luxury automaker has brought all seven generations of its quintessential sports sedan. Naturally, the lineup tackled the famous hill in West Sussex. As a bonus, some of the

The M3 CS Touring is not the only Competition Sport model BMW is displaying this weekend at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Bavaria’s super wagon is sharing the spotlight with the new M2 CS, dressed to impress in Individual Velvet Blue. The company’s UK branch is taking us on a tour of the meanest G87

The Goodwood Festival of Speed is an eclectic event, as it brings together a diverse range of cars from all eras. Representing the super wagon niche this year is BMW’s hardcore M3 Touring. It’s the first time M has applied the Competition Sport badge to a long-roof car. Hopefully, it won’t be the last; we’re

The BMW 5 Series debuted in 1972 and has been a mainstay of the brand ever since. But BMW has made plenty of changes through the car’s eight generations. As a result, the BMW 5 Series ownership experience — and driving experience — varies wildly. Of course, that’s usual for the rare nameplate with 50

At 2,890 kilograms (6,371 pounds), the Spectre is one of the heaviest production cars money can buy. Does that mean it’s slow? Absolutely not. Even without a V12 under its imposingly long hood, the electric coupe can move. The most powerful Rolls-Royce ever made was filmed tackling the famous hill climb at the 2025 Goodwood