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Not long to go until the new BMW i3 breaks cover. With series production starting in the second half of the year, we can realistically expect to see the NA0 either late this spring or early summer. Pre-series production at the Munich plant kicked off last week, so the wait is nearly over. Until then, […]

18%. That was the share electric vehicles had in BMW Group sales last year. Although an all-time high, it still leaves 82% of cars powered by combustion engines. Pure ICE models continue to make up the vast majority of demand. Consequently, engine factories remain a core activity for the automotive conglomerate. In 2026, Plant Hams

Alcohol and driving certainly don’t mix, but BMW had a good reason to bring the M2 CS to Mexico’s Nation of Wines. The hardcore sports coupe is locally produced, so the marketing team couldn’t pass up the opportunity to showcase the G87 in Competition Sport form. While the M2 CS wasn’t used to shuttle people

Article Summary BMW is recalling 87,394 U.S. vehicles across multiple model lines (including 2021–2023 Toyota Supra, plus 3 Series, X3, X4, 4 Series, 5 Series, Z4, and 2 Series Coupé). What’s wrong: The engine starter can wear internally, which may cause it to overheat—and in an extreme case, spark a thermal event/fire. What happens next:

BMW’s new U.S.-spec iX3 made an early public appearance at the 2026 Chicago Auto Show, and the display car answered a few market-specific questions before BMW has even published U.S. ordering guides. Finished in Ocean Wave Blue, the iX3 stood out under McCormick Place lighting with a color that shows the modern and clean lines

Bolt’s fleet in the Czech Republic has just added 10 BMWs that ditch gas engines altogether. Already available to book through the ride-hailing app, these iX1s are all eDrive20 models. The electric SUVs come in an identical configuration: Black Sapphire paint, M Sport Package, and 18-inch wheels (838 M style). Inside, the seats are trimmed

We can’t realistically expect automakers to host world premieres at every car show they attend. With interest in traditional events waning and brands pulling out of certain venues altogether, we should be thankful BMW has committed to another Chicago Auto Show. The 2026 edition marks the event’s 118th. Having first been organized back in 1901,

Article Summary In an SUV-dominated world, the i3’s classic sedan proportions honor the BMW models that built the brand: the 1500, 2002, and E30. Built on the Neue Klasse architecture with 800V charging (400kW+), Gen6 batteries, and optimized packaging, the i3 makes no compromises for internal combustion. With a lower center of gravity than the

BMW South Korea is doubling down on special editions that buyers can order exclusively through the company’s website. The Bestseller Edition lineup is based on the 5 Series in 550e plug-in hybrid form, along with the X5 and X6 as xDrive40i models. All three pair the M Sport Pro Package with special colors and will

In This Article The S14 occupies a unique place in BMW history. It’s the engine that defined the original M3 in the 1980s and 1990s, and it remains one of the most iconic four-cylinder engines ever produced. But behind the legendary status sits a complicated powerplant that demands respect and proper maintenance. Understanding what makes